Drink

CONTRARY to what we might believe - or want to believe - woman cannot live by wine alone. Or champagne, for that matter. Sad, but true. However, there is a time and a place for a non-alcoholic beverage. When Manon and Mark Jones got in touch with me about their new kombucha drink called Happy…
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COL’CACCHIO, the popular Italian-inspired franchise known for its gourmet thin-base wood-fired pizzas, hearty pastas, and crisp fresh salads, is celebrating its 25th birthday with a crazy pizza and cocktail special. Col’Cacchio is turning back the clock to its foundation year of 1992, when its…
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FIVE winemakers have been shortlisted to compete for the prestigious 2017 Diners Club Winemaker of the Year award, while four will vie for the Young Winemaker of the Year title. Diners Club introduced the Winemaker of the Year award in 1981 to encourage local winemakers to raise the standard of…
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GABRIËLSKLOOF, a wine and olive jewel of the Overberg, will don a festive halo this season with a host of indulgent moments to savour with family and friends, including a Celebration Braai on Sunday, December 17. This family braai feast offers a marvellous excuse to swap the crazy shopping malls and…
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HAUTE CABRIÈRE boasts one of the most unique views in Franschhoek, making it a popular winelands destination year round. The farm is nestled at the foot of a majestic mountain, and serenades the sunset daily. The Tasting Room has extended its hours until 6pm to celebrate the golden hour. The…
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AN exquisitely showcased, exceptional special edition cuvée, Bollinger Rosé 2006 is a blend of Pinot Noir (72%) and Chardonnay (28%), with more than 10 years ageing for this wine to express the true character of the vintage. An exceptional cuvée deserves exceptional presentation. Labelled…
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SPECIALTY Scotch whisky producer Bunnahabhain has been awarded the coveted Cask Strength Scotch Whisky Trophy for its 18-year-old single malt at the 2017 International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC) in the United Kingdom. The whisky was also the best performer in the category of unpeated…
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HOENDERHOK BOCK, a dark German-style lager made by craft brewery Stellenbosch Brewing Company, was recently announced as this year’s winner of the South African National Beer Trophy Competition. In addition to winning the coveted Beer Of The Year award, the same brew also won a gold medal and the…
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SPREAD your wings and savour A Taste of Heaven with a bouquet of enchanting pairings of Angels Tears wines and handmade nougat at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate in Franschhoek. Offered daily in the Grande Provence tasting room, the Angles Tears A Taste of Heavenpairs specially crafted…
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YOU can't go wrong with a good old-fashioned burger and shake and if it's a huge choice you're after, Gibson’s Gourmet Burgers & Ribs at V&A Waterfront is where you should be heading. The newly refined menu has a whopping 44 burgers and more than 120 creatively decadent shakes so if you…
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