Is This The Best Bunny Chow?

28/04/2026

Order your feast from Mr D and use the promo code HAMMY30 to get stuck into some of the most authentic Durban Indian food in Johannesburg πŸ”₯πŸ›πŸž

In this episode of Hammy Eats, Nick Hamman heads to Fourways, Johannesburg, to answer a seriously important question: Can you get a REAL Durban-style bunny chow outside of Durban? πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦πŸ”₯

Tucked away in a hidden garden oasis, this local gem is serving up authentic Durban Indian cuisine that tastes just like home. From generational family recipes to rich, slow-cooked curries made with passion and zero shortcuts.

This isn’t just a meal… this is heritage, culture, and comfort food brought to life in Joburg.

πŸ› In this episode, Nick dives into:

πŸ”₯ The iconic bunny chow – packed with tender, flavourful lamb curry and fresh bread

πŸ— Generational chicken curry recipes passed down through family traditions

🍀 Juicy prawns in a rich, spicy Durban-style sauce

🍚 Fluffy rice, sugar beans, dhal, and perfectly balanced sides

πŸ₯– Fresh homemade roti made daily

🌢️ Mild to spicy flavour profiles that highlight depth over heat

Nick also explores:

β€’ The history of bunny chow and its roots in Durban’s Indian community

β€’ How traditional recipes are kept alive outside of KZN

β€’ The power of food to create family, community, and connection

β€’ Cooking with passion, faith, and no shortcuts

β€’ Why Durban Indian food is some of the best comfort food in South Africa

From massive pots of curry made fresh every day to a story filled with heart, resilience, and heritage, this spot proves that authentic Durban Indian food can thrive anywhere.

πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Is this the best bunny chow in Johannesburg?

πŸ› Can Joburg really compete with Durban’s curry scene?

πŸ”₯ Is this the ultimate hidden gem for Indian food lovers?

Watch now to see why this Fourways spot is winning hearts (and appetites) across Gauteng.