Author: BigEyeUg1
By Our Reporter Gordon’s Gin turned up the fun at the Acacia brunch last weekend with expertly made bottomless cocktails and picture-esque backdrops that turned Acacia Inn into a perfect canvas for this month’s celebration. Dressed to impress, guests were welcomed with complimentary Gordon’s London Dry and Pink cocktails, setting the tone for the afternoon delights to follow. The venue was filled with energy, fueled by the DJ’s deck work and Daily Bundle star, Elijah Kitaka who drew the crowd to their feet with live performances to some of his hits. A major highlight was the popular Gordon’s “Ginspiration Station”…
By Our Reporter On Sunday night, Chop Life returned to Aura Lounge, but the weekend’s edition had a tangy twist to it, as the world’s most celebrated luxury tequila—Don Julio partnered with Sheilah Gashumba and Aura Lounge to offer party lovers an elevated experience. At this edition of the Chop Life Sundays, guests were immersed into unprecedented heights of enjoyment. As usual, the Lil Stunner brought her confidence, energy, and connection, while Aura offered the setting with intimate lighting, plush textures, and an easy rhythm that encourages both conversation and celebration. Don Julio completed the picture with its world-class tequilas-…
By Our Reporter Wearing a Clifton black top, a black skirt with matching black heels, Winfred Phiona Adong walked into Hotel Africana’s Sezibwa Hall with a quiet confidence. When she spoke, she was calm and articulate. She had the ease of someone accustomed to boardrooms and negotiation tables. Adong was one of the few invited customers during Equity Bank’s Customer Service Week Stakeholder breakfast held at Hotel Africana on 7th October 2025. The engagement was titled Listening to the Sound of the River, a focused group discussion designed to strengthen trust and relationships but also to ensure that the bank…
By Our Reporter On Sunday, the glass walls of Silo 15 filled with laughter and satisfaction as the Daycation brunch faithful settled in for the October edition. The Silo Daycation, which has been running for over a year now, is a unique brunch affair that brings together rhythm, flavour, and refinement. Just like the past months, Don Julio tequila was at the center of the October edition, and it brought together the familiar trio of fine dining, smooth beats, and handcrafted tequila experiences that have redefined Kampala’s luxury leisure culture. From the moment guests walked in on the blue carpet…
By Our Reporter The highly anticipated Africa Laughs Season 7, presented by comedian Patrick “Salvado” Idringi, lit up Kingdom Kampala parking lot with a cocktail of comedy and music on Saturday. The event, sponsored by I&M Bank, was a celebration of Salvado’s 15 years of comedy. Moustey DJ kicked off the event spinning urban classics, both old and new, setting a vibrant mood as guests streamed in. Janzi Band then took over the stage, serenading the audience with nostalgic live renditions, before the band leader and multi-instrumentalist, Ssewa Ssewa, added a distinctly Ugandan flair as he strummed his innovation- the…
By Our Reporter Over the weekend, Tanqueray hosted the inaugural ShowTime culinary and lifestyle experience at the Zara Gardens Hotel in Muyenga on Saturday. The exclusive multifaceted experience offered guests an immersive journey through taste, sound, and design, setting a new benchmark for premium lifestyle experiences in the city. The indulgence began right on arrival with guests being handed a special Tanqueray welcome cocktail, setting a tone for the day’s refined refreshments. In true showtime fashion, the guests had their red carpet moments and an interactive photobooth, all leading to the 360 Zara rooftop oasis. Against a backdrop of panoramic…
By Our Reporter The Uganda Breweries advocacy team last week hosted a Tanqueray Gin Masterclass that equipped 40 of the city’s most promising bartenders from leading hotels, restaurants, and cocktail bars with skills focused on the art of infusion in cocktail mixology. The day-long masterclass was a progressive journey into flavor elevation, designed to hone the skills of Uganda’s next generation of mixologists. The hands-on sessions went deep into the versatility of Tanqueray and other spirits, challenging apprentices to look beyond the ordinary and explore complex flavor pairings. The bartenders in attendance explored the core art of infusion, learning how…
By Our Reporter As is the norm with Thrones Lounge, every last Sunday of the month is an opportunity to toast to the month at one-of-a-kind gathering—The Big Meeting. This month’s edition of The Big Meeting took place on Sunday. It’s the kind of event that brings people to celebrate and catch up, with food and a cocktail, but at the heart of it all, is participation. Guests won’t simply be served cocktails; they’ll craft their own, guided by expert mixologists and inspired by The Singleton’s rich, smooth single malt. Of course, there’s always that one person who loves their…
By Our Reporter On Saturday at Motiv, DJ Bugy, real name Pius Fortune Buguzi, staged another edition of his fast-rising DJ Bugy Show—an experience that’s part performance, part live recording, and entirely electric. In a city once dominated by star performers, Bugy represents the new era: a DJ who doesn’t just spin records but curates culture. It’s a path paved by pioneers. DJ Shiru lit the early spark, turning deejaying from background craft to mainstage performance. Suuna Ben blurred the lines between DJ, entertainer, and influencer, bringing turntables to the heart of TV and radio. Then came the likes of…
By Our Reporter It was all joy and jubilation at Nabumali Boarding Primary School in Mbale on Thursday as Equity bank Uganda delivered to the school its very first bus. Everything was set, to welcome the officials of the Bank, local leaders who included the District Education Officer Mr. Paddy Khaukha, area Mayor Mr. Moses Kutoi and Reverend Eridad Milton Shissa, the Diocesan Secretary, Mbale Diocese among others. The function kicked off as early as 9:00m at the Equity Bank Mbale Branch offices with a flag off of the bus and then later headed to the school, where guests were…