IT’S not an overstatement to call Carole King a musical legend. Just go have a look at her Wikipedia page, which is what I did after seeing Up On The Roof – The Carole King Songbook at Theatre On The Bay last week. Whether you’re a lifetime fan, don’t know her music at all, or […]
FANS of Deon Meyer’s books will have, over the years, conjured their own mental images of his characters, most beloved of which is Benny Griessel – all the more so for his deep flaws. I am one of those fans, and I have had several books to formulate my pictures. So I’m rather skittish about […]
ACCORDING to the website Days Of The Year, this coming Sunday, October 15, is National Mushroom Day. Originating in Australia (and probably mostly recognised in the US where they have national days for everything you can imagine; however, there is no reason not to celebrate here in South Africa), National Mushroom Day is particularly meant […]
THE countdown to find South Africa’s favourite pizzeria is almost complete, with voting in the Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge 2023 having closed on Saturday, September 30. Once all the votes have been tallied, the winner of this year’s coveted title of South Africa’s Favourite Pizzeria will be revealed on Friday, November 10. In the three […]
FOR an adventure reality series like Die Brug (The Bridge), where 12 strangers must work together to build a bridge in a remote, rugged and pristine location, with one hoping to walk away with prize money of R1 million, you need a narrator’s voice with gravitas – a voice that can capture, colour in and […]
CAFÉ Fleur, located in the lush gardens of picturesque Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West, has launched its eagerly anticipated spring menu with a special offer. Guests can enjoy a free glass of Vergelegen bubbly or Sauvignon Blanc to accompany a main course, valid until Sunday, 29 October. Ushering in the new season, chef Michelle […]
NUY Winery, in the picturesque Nuy Valley along the Breede River, is delighted to introduce its new cellar master, Christo Basson. With an accomplished background in winemaking, Basson brings a wealth of experience and expertise to Nuy’s team. Basson’s journey in the industry began in 2002 at DTK Wines in Rawsonville. In 2008, he joined […]
PAWS-A-WHILE, an enthusiastic and dynamic animal welfare organisation, takes pride in hosting a series of remarkable pet adoption events. These gatherings guarantee attendees a day filled with compassion and joy. They go beyond being a mere treat for pet enthusiasts; instead, they provide a haven for individuals of all ages. These events offer a delightful […]
OCTOBER is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and the South African Mushroom Farmers’ Association along with Pick n Pay and Reach For Recovery step up to support this. Read more here, get your mushrooms, and make some delicious dishes all while helping survivors feel whole again. VEGAN CAULIFLOWER SOUP WITH TURMERIC ROASTED MUSHROOMS Serves 6-8 Ingredients […]
THE Yellowstone prequel 1923 stars Oscar winner Helen Mirren (The Queen) and Oscar nominee Harrison Ford (aka Indiana Jones) as Cara and Jacob Dutton, who head a new generation of the Dutton family in Montana during the time of western expansion, Prohibition, and the Great Depression. Watch from October 16. Continuing the saga from Oscar […]