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AS sure as grapes become wine, their vinous journey from budburst to bottle is no small feat, and the 2023 harvest attests to this. At Cathedral Cellar this annual journey reaches its crescendo in April when the final grapes are brought to its eponymous cellar at KWV. This moment also marks a key…
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ORGANIC, vegan, gluten-free grocer Based On Plant has opened in Plumstead’s Village Square, offering healthy products – from fresh produce and home baked breads to deli products, homeware and frozen meals – in a carefully curated store. An interior and graphic designer by trade, and responsible…
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EASTER is a time of joy, and what better way to celebrate than with a fun-filled day out with friends and family at Vrede en Lust Wine Estate? Vrede en Lust is a picturesque wine estate located in the Franschhoek Valley, renowned for producing exceptional wines and offering visitors a beautiful…
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VISIT Spier Hotel for the ultimate family-friendly getaway this Easter. While the little ones search for Easter Bunny clues and decorate delicious cookies, grown-ups can savour award-winning wines, stroll around the farm, or relax and rejuvenate at the spa. Guests booking their stay at Spier…
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THE corn products used in Mexican cuisine are gluten-free which means those with an intolerance can still enjoy these yummy tostadas made with a recipe from the SA Mushroom Farmers' Association. Also good for Taco Tuesdays. GLUTEN-FREE MUSHROOM TOSTADASServes 2-3 / makes 6 tostadas…
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HERE'S a quick, easy and scrumptious option from the SA Mushroom Farmers' Association, when you're in the mood for pizza. Add a salad for a full meal, or snack just like this in front of the TV with a nice glass of wine. MUSHROOM BAGUETTE PIZZA Serves 4-6 / makes 4 pizzas Ingredients…
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SOME people who know me, and know I don't do hot-spicy food, questioned why on earth I was going to have dinner at Bombay Brasserie, the Indian restaurant at Taj Cape Town. The answer is simple: not all Indian food is hot-spicy; it is often delicately flavoured and nuanced and will not take the top…
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LEARNING to make your own samoosas can be a bit time consuming but it's not that difficult - and there's nothing better than a fresh samoosa straight out of the hot oil. Try these delicious mushroom, pea and potato ones, you can't go wrong. With thanks to the SA Mushroom Farmers' Association. …
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EXPERIENCE the specific and special tastes of the winelands of France, Italy, Spain and South Africa in your own kitchen through the pages of Harvest Table. Featuring over 60 globally inspired dishes accompanied by impeccable visuals, this exquisite hardcover book by Monché Muller, the executive…
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THIS month Perdeberg celebrates the end of a successful harvest and what better way than with the popular Harvest Platter served at Eat @ Perdeberg. It includes freshly baked bread, locally sourced artisanal cheeses, spring rolls and a few other delectable treats. The cost is R395 for two people…
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