Drink

IS there anything more quintessentially South African than a braai? Those in the know will tell you that it’s a way of life here in SA. It’s certainly not just about throwing some meat on the fire and hoping for the best, but rather a special ritual that centres around the joyful preparation and…
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WITH spring in the air and the weather warming up, Constantia Glen is pulling out all the stops for Heritage Day with live music and an all South African braai platter available on the menu on Friday, September 24. Indulge in a generous platter for two of tasty lamb spit braai, boerewors,…
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THE Cellars-Hohenort is joining forces with Eagles’ Nest to present a gastronomic event to showcase the bounty of the Constantia Valley. The food and wine pairing dinner will take place on October 1, 2021 in The Conservatory restaurant, and will feature a delicious five-course menu presented by…
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IT'S been a frigid winter, but spring is around the corner. Here are some fireside destinations in an around Cape Town to get you through the last of the chilly days and nights. With its mountains and beaches, it’s a city many think best suited to summer but winter can be just as magnificent a time…
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WITH the myriad of hard seltzers on the market, it takes a lot to stand out. A hard seltzer is a drink made from lightly-flavoured carbonated water but spiked with alcohol. Its rise in the global beverage industry has been nothing short of phenomenal and, while initial uptake was slow, South Africa…
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DISCOVER the beauty of the Bottelary region near Stellenbosch from October 1 – 3, when the Bottelary Hills Renosterveld Conservancy (BHRC) is hosting its first MTB & Eco-weekend. Bike, hike, sip and taste your way through this off-the-beaten track destination in the heart of the Cape Winelands.…
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THE movers and the shakers, the go-getters and the trendsetters, are getting a wine that sees the lighter side of life and chooses to live for today. Enter Big Mouth Wines. Big Mouth Wines is bold in flavour, volume and packaging. Available in striking 3L boxes, Big Mouth Wines is different, and…
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SOUTH AFRICA offers an abundance of juicy citrus fruits, perfect to enjoy in citrus-forward classic cocktails like the Blinker and the Daiquiri. By adding fresh in-season local citrus juices, cocktail lovers can serve up a taste sensation on a sunny day. The Distilled Spirits Council of the…
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NEDERBURG in Paarl is steeped in history that stretches back to 1791, with stories honoured and immortalised in the Heritage Heroes range of wines. You can read further on the website and learn more at the Visitors' Centre; today I'll be sharing my visit from a couple of weeks back. The wines,…
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DE KRANS Wines is not only known for its award-winning port-style wines, but also its innovative approach to developing and producing new wines, typically in celebration of its unique Klein Karoo terroir. Apart from the popular Premium Moscato range, De Krans has also shifted focus to producing…
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