Durban – The city’s upmarket and highly ranked fine-dining jazz destination, Bean Bag Jazz Lounge, will host a three-day, jazz-led Valentine’s Weekend experience from 13–15 February 2026, headlined by Idols SA Season 11 winner Karabo, Lia Butler, and Linda Gcwensa.
Titled “Invite Me To Dinner Frank”, the programme presents a carefully curated series of live performances that merge vocal excellence, live instrumentation, and refined dining within an intimate supper-club format.
The weekend will also feature performances by Idols S13 Top 6 finalists Lindo, Zee Yanda, Buyie Gold, and Nhlanhla Ndaba, with hosting duties led by Miss Zai.
Bean Bag has positioned itself as more than a jazz venue — it is a cultural hub where music, cuisine, and aesthetic storytelling converge.
The venue has previously hosted acclaimed artists, including The Soil, Manana, and Nduduzo Makhathini, among others, reinforcing its reputation as a premier live performance space in Durban.
“This lineup showcases the future of music with a distinct sound — a seamless fusion of Afropop, indie, and jazz,” said David Hwangwa, Restaurateur and Chef & General Manager.
“We also want to demonstrate that Bean Bag is more than just a jazz venue; it is a space where diverse genres come together to create an exquisite and immersive musical experience.”
Bean Bag forms part of an expanding hospitality precinct alongside its award-winning flagship restaurant, Zai, and the newly opened Pizzeria, further solidifying its presence within Durban’s premium lifestyle and entertainment landscape.
Designed with intention and heritage in mind, Bean Bag’s aesthetic draws inspiration from both the vibrancy of Vilakazi Street in Johannesburg and the golden era of Sophiatown jazz.
The space features Black-owned artwork of iconic jazz musicians, customised leather couches, and velvet curtains that evoke a nostalgic, old-school jazz ambience while maintaining a contemporary, refined finish.
Beyond the music, Bean Bag is celebrated for its elevated traditional African cuisine.
Signature dishes include amanqina (chicken feet), isigwaqane, inyama yangaphakathi (tripe), inyama yenhloko (cow head), and other culturally rooted offerings, carefully curated to complement the musical experience.
“At Bean Bag, we are committed to delivering a musical and culinary experience that is truly unmatched,” said Hwangwa.
“This Valentine’s weekend, we are spreading love through exceptional music and thoughtfully curated cuisine, promising an unforgettable experience for everyone who joins us.”
Each performance will run from 15:00 to 22:00 and includes a three-course dining experience, with limited seating to maintain an intimate atmosphere.
Venue: Bean Bag Jazz Lounge, 18 Lilian Ngoyi Avenue, Morningside, Durban.
Reservations: 071 385 9673
