Laura Craig’s favourite places and things to do

It winds behind the suburb and it’s green and beautiful by the riverside. It’s also a popular place to walk the dog.

Jukskei River

It is well situated in Randburg and accessible from all directions. It’s great for family entertainment and kids’ fun. Cnr Northumberland Road and Olievenhout Avenue, North Riding, Randburg. 011 794 1687

Northgate Shopping Centre Bel Air Shopping Centre

They have a mix of nice restaurants and retail shops. It’s also closer to home. Bellairs Drive, North Riding. 084 665 0920

A lively Italian restaurant with a magical atmosphere that

Café del Sol Classico

prides itself on using the freshest of ingredients. Cnr President Fouche Drive and Olive Road, Olivedale Corner Shopping Centre, Olivedale. 011 704 6493

Serving quality pizzas since 1993. Shop 22, All Saints Centre, Windsor Way, Olivedale. 011 704 5580

Luigi’s Pizzeria

Relaxed, child-friendly Italian restaurant. Stepping Stones Shopping Centre, 283 Honeydew Road West, North Riding. 073 184 6409

Olive ‘n Twist