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PAUL René MCC's Cap Classique wines, crafted with passion and tradition, capture the essence of joy, togetherness, and the enduring spirit of family. Produced on the verdant outskirts of the picturesque town of Robertson, Paul René MCC is a family-owned winery dedicated to producing exceptional…
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ALTHOUGH the echoes of festive cheer have faded, and the familiar hum of work and school days has resumed, our summer is still in full swing, and we are living for those long lazy weekend evenings that come alive with the clink of ice cubes and the laughter of friends. It’s time to unwind and savour…
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STELLENBOSCH explodes with colour and festivity on Saturday, January 27 when the harvest parade hits town. An annual highlight on the wine calendar, the event sees marching bands, minstrels, farmers, winemakers, and workers take to the streets on brightly adorned floats, trucks and tractors, and…
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SUMMER, great wines, and live entertainment make for the perfect night out at Le Grand Domaine Enoteca on Thursday, 1 February (6.30 pm arrival). The popular winemaker evenings are back, and the venue begins 2024 with its summer-inspired wines - bubblies, rosés, and whites, perfectly chilled to be…
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RENOWNED for both its love of wine and unique wine-related experiences, One&Only Cape Town in partnership with Wesgro, is preparing to host an extraordinary event on February 2, 2024, paying homage to the story of South African wine and celebrating its role in the country’s heritage. Cape…
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WHAT are you going to do in Moorreesburg for the weekend?" my friend asked, when I said I was heading up to the Swartland the following day. I thought for a moment, and answered: "Bake and eat bread and drink wine." Even the Catholics would be pleased. It was a very simple answer which captured…
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HOME gin bars are all the rage with more people getting interested in curating their home bar setups, exploring different gin brands, and experimenting with unique cocktail recipes. So how does one get started? Jazz Adams, Western Cape sales manager for Whitley Neill Gin shares his top tips.…
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PHEW, it's been a year...and yes, there's a lot to get through in today's bumper newsletter, the last one for 2023. I'll be taking a break from now until some time in January yet to be determined (although I already have a few things in my diary). Let's see how it goes with the Netflix, Showmax,…
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HONEY & DORA was love at first sight for me - the gorgeous decor, the lovely staff, the scrumptious food, the friendly, inclusive vibe. As owner JP van Huyssteen says, they want everyone to feel comfortable and at home. I was thrilled to be invited to the new menu launch a little while back -…
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LEGEND has it he was conceived on a hillside vineyard at dawn on the first day of bud break. Touched by the goddess Demeter. Born on the damp floor of a cool cellar under a full moon on a sweltering autumn equinox at perfect phenolic ripeness. Raised on nothing but bread, wine, and hopeful…
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