Drink
Raise a glass to Cape Town’s vibrant beverage scene. From exclusive Winelands tastings and Cap Classique festivals to the latest craft cocktails, spirit brand launches, and non-alcoholic alternatives, discover Bianca Coleman’s guide to sipping in style across the Mother City.
Stellenbosch Wine Routes launches Sommelier Bootcamp
TO remain competitive, renowned wine regions must not only produce quality wines, but tell engaging stories about themselves. While the quality track record of Stellenbosch is undeniable, the wine route… →
Do the can-can with eye-catching new Polka by Stellenbosch Hills
STEPPING out with wine just became a whole lot easier thanks to Polka, the snappy new cousin of the easy-drinking, fun-loving Polkadraai range by Stellenbosch Hills. Polka is itself a… →
The top floor Old Bailey Whiskey Bar now open
THE Old Bailey Whiskey Bar has opened on the top floor of Cape Town’s new three-level dining hot spot, The Bailey, at 91 Bree Street. Evocative of top-end members’ clubs… →
TOOR, a new whisky from Redford Beverages and Doña Distillery
WITH a distinctly warm, amber hue, TOOR, a new entrant onto the South African whisky scene, is the first of a collective of whiskies set to challenge the whisky category.… →
New trophy to celebrate decade of Shiraz SA Challenge
SHIRAZ SA revealed the winners of the 10th annual Shiraz SA Challenge on 17 August 2022 in Paarl. In honour of the competition’s 10th anniversary, a new trophy and a… →
New: hot chocolate and wine tasting at Durbanville Hills
IN a first for the Cape winelands, Durbanville Hills has combined its love for wine and chocolate in creating a light-hearted treat: a hot chocolate and wine tasting. From now until the… →
Classic high tea now served at Cafe Bailey in Bree Street
THE latest addition to Cape Town’s high tea offerings is the new inner-city option of a continental-style afternoon tea served at Cafe Bailey, Liam Tomlin’s new culinary destination in buzzy… →
Taste the best – Cab Franc Carnival at Vrede en Lust on August 27
THE fourth Cab Franc Carnival will take place at the beautiful Vrede en Lust Estate in the centre of the Cape Winelands between Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhoek on Saturday 27… →
Fabulous fare, rest and relaxation at Avondale and Faber in Paarl
AVONDALE is well-known for its range of extraordinary award-winning organic and biodynamic slow natural wines as well as being home to the award-winning Faber restaurant, where a series of events… →
Free milk – Truth offers non-dairy alternatives at no extra cost
TRUTH COFFEE, one of Cape Town’s most iconic roasteries, has decided to do away with additional charges for dairy alternatives. Oat, macadamia and almond milk will now be available at… →
Indulge in Shiraz and venison at Anthonij Rupert Estate
NATIONAL Shiraz Day is celebrated annually on the 21st of August, which represents the pinnacle of Shiraz celebrations in South Africa with producers and restaurants alike creating delicious venison dishes… →
