Take your kids to these Durban eateries for an after school treat

While the craziness of extramural activities, homework and school projects may be taking over our lives again, there really is no reason to give up on a good treat. Here are our top five spots in Durban to treat your enthusiastic learner to something tasty after school

1. CIRCUS CIRCUS BEACH CAFE

Head to North Beach on a summer afternoon and cool off with a dip in the sea and refreshing bubble-gum milkshake or white chocolate smoothie at Circus Circus Beach Cafe. Homework will always be easier to get through after this treat! Call 031-337-7700.

2. SO WHIPPED

Need to pick up some groceries after school? Head to Gateway Theatre of Shopping, but, before you pick a trolley, settle down at So Whipped for a bit. This eco-conscious yet utterly indulgent spot serves up sublime shakes to go with your chosen cupcake or treat. Try a coffee milkshake for that extra kick to get you going. Call 083-716-3706.

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3. UNION SQUARE 

Hungry kids will be satisfied after a stop-in at Union Square. Order some cheesy fries to go with the Ferrero Rocher milkshake and you’ll probably order the same for yourself. Big appetites can go the whole hog with a customised burger, but don’t worry about dessert – try the Oreo shake instead. Call 031-563-0923.

4. ST CLEMENT'S 

Settle in for a quiet and light lunch surrounded by luscious greenery at St Clement’s. Pair your Cyprus sandwich with a Horlicks milkshake and relax a little before heading home to tackle that school project. 031-202-2511.

5. ROCOMAMAS

This is the burger joint to end all burger joints. You’ll be back at Rocomamas again and again for its smashburgers, fries and incredible shakes. Put a treat spin on it, with Nutella and Milkybar flapjacks and end off with a lime milkshake that’ll hit the spot. There’s a Rocomamas on Mackeurtan Avenue in Durban North, or pop in to the Gateway store at Shop G353. Call 031-563-0925.

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