Master Class with Sandra Prinsloo at Theatre On The Bay

FROM 20 February to 11 March 2023, Pieter Toerien in association with Cape Town Opera will present Master Class at Theatre On The Bay, a riveting play about Maria Callas written by the late American playwright, librettist and five-time Tony Award winner Terrence McNally. Directed by CTO’s artistic director Magdalene Minnaar, with musical direction by José Dias, the two-act play stars […]

The new Sunset Bliss cocktail at Latitude Café     

THE new cocktail will make its official debut on Valentine’s Day at Latitude Café in Sea Point. This ruby-hued tipple is the must-drink for golden moments and pink sunsets.  Developed by Latitude Café’s Mixology team, using a delicious combination of local spirits and wine, the well-balanced watermelon cocktail is served in a stylish glass and […]

Pretty in pink – Brookdale’s Mason Road Serendipity rosé 

HONOUR the month of love with Brookdale’s Mason Road Serendipity Rosé. Named after a moment where chance and opportunity came together, the wine is exactly that, as it was never planned to happen. A single block of Grenache Noir had been planted at Brookdale in the Paarl winelands, to create a notable red wine blend. […]

What wine pairs best with romance?

CHOOSING a wine to pair with your romantic occasion is important. Are you wanting to portray the confidence and depth of a full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon or the spicy playfulness of a Shiraz? The gorgeous pink of rosé has a close association with love, which is wonderful when trying to woo your date over a daytime […]

Romantic sunset picnics at Spier this Valentine’s Day

CELEBRATE Valentine’s Day at Spier with a romantic picnic next to the Eerste River. Collect your basket filled with delicious farm-fresh food and settle down for a feast while you enjoy the sounds of romantic live music played from across the bank. Local singer/songwriter Luh’ra, with her golden guitar, will provide tranquil melodies during the […]

Magical Midsummer Night’s Dream revives Maynardville’s tradition 

WHAT a joy it is to return to Maynardville open air theatre for a performance of a Shakespeare play, and possibly my favourite too: A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The playful comedy was the second play to be performed in the venue’s history in 1957 and (including that debut) has been performed there six times between then […]

Discover the joys of harvest time at Steenberg Vineyards

DISCOVER Steenberg’s harvest of quality with taste experiences of the day’s pickings at the tasting room, restaurants and hotel this February. With the pressing of the new season’s grapes in full swing, visitors to the tasting room can sample the freshly harvested grapes and unfermented pressed juice straight from the tank from the morning’s pickings. At […]

Oscar nominee Top Gun: Maverick streaming on Showmax

NOMINATED for six Oscars: Motion Picture of the Year, Adapted Screenplay, Editing, Visual Effects, and Sound, as well as Best Song for Hold My Hand by Lady Gaga and BloodPop, Top Gun: Maverick is now streaming on Showmax. It was also named Best Movie, Best Wide Release Movie and Best Action & Adventure Movie at Rotten […]

New episodes of Graham Norton – and the BAFTAs – on BritBox

BRITBOX INTERNATIONAL is expanding its long-running relationship with BAFTA to become the exclusive home of the EE BAFTA Film Awards in eight countries, streaming the awards live from London on Sunday, February 19 across the US, Canada, Australia, Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden, as well as SA. The awards, the biggest night in British film, celebrates the best of […]

Romantic movie night at Vergelegen wine estate on February 14

IF you’re wondering how to spoil your special person this Valentine’s Day, then idyllic Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West is planning the ultimate movie date under the stars. Sip award-winning wine in comfort, and nibble on delectable snacks, in a  garden setting considered to be one of  the most beautiful in South Africa. The […]