IT’S hard to resist when a log fire beckons, signalling all the warmth of welcoming country hospitality. That’s why, come cold winter days, the hearth is always glowing in the Nederburg manor house (aka The Manor). Walk into the gracious homestead, smell the earthy notes of the thatched roof, the spice of the wood as […]
RENOWNED the world over as “black gold”, the culinary delicacy of fresh truffles is often a hot topic for conversation – not only for their fetching price and scarcity, but mostly for the captivating way in which they add unmistakable dimension to a dining experience. Anthonij Rupert Wyne in Franschhoek is proudly the first wine […]
ABALOBI has unveiled a new convenience range of deli products, including Cape Bream, Yellowtail, Carpenter and Southern Mullet (Harder). This new range of filleted or portioned ‘Fish With A Story’ is delivered vacuum-packed and blast-frozen for guaranteed freshness – available for order via the ABALOBI Marketplace app, and soon through partners. ABALOBI is a South […]
IT’S National Wine Day somewhere in the world but every day is wine day here at Eat Play Drink HQ. The succulent ripe fruit flavours of Saronsberg Life is Fine Shiraz work perfectly to balance the richness of this creamy stroganoff. The wine has a deep, dark purple colour with scents of violets and delicate spice. […]
WWF South Africa is delighted to announce that five more wine farms have been welcomed into its prestigious Conservation Champion programme, bringing to 55 the total number of WWF Conservation Champions in the Cape Winelands, which overlaps two major global biodiversity hotspots – the Cape Floral Kingdom and the Succulent Karoo. Biodiversity loss is among […]
NO additives. No preservatives. No mess, but plenty of fuss. Truth Coffee’s resident baker Kelly Mukendi has committed to baking bread the hard way – and the results of this effort are fast becoming a city favourite. Kelly’s culinary journey began in 2018 as an apprentice to the Michelin star pastry chef Kamal Hamzoui, and […]
AS you will have read – I hope – the preceding post about Nederburg’s new Double Barrel Reserve, you will know how it was made, and what to expect in the bottle. Utter deliciousness. To celebrate its debut, Nederburg hosted a long table lunch in front of its Manor House, emceed by Guy McDonald (pictured […]
NEVER underestimate the power of a simple detail. It can transform even the excellent into the exceptional,” says Niël Groenewald, MD of Nederburg. “Ask anyone who treasures their craft, who works fully with their hands, heart and mind, and they will tell you the same.” He is referring to Nederburg’s exciting new Double Barrel Reserve, […]
A homespun tale of good versus evil, the eight-episode series begins on 2 June at 8.30pm. When Eben Greyling, the young son of an absent father refuses a request from the family’s benefactor Van As to go fishing, it breaks the shackles of a long-time agreement – but the debt will not disappear. Someone has to […]
PEARLY BAY, the stylish range of easy drinking wines that resonate carefree living and happy moments, is now available in generous 3-litre box wines, ideal for everyday enjoyment. Big on taste, convenience and value the packs come in three delicious wines for all tastes and occasions. The crisp and refreshing Dry White bursts with tropical […]