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THE annual Bottelary Hills Renosterveld Conservancy (BHRC) mountain bike permits are now available online. Enjoy a 92km trail network through rolling hillsides, conservation areas, vineyards and farmland in the Bottelary Hills just outside Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands. Multiple route options…
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THE Duchess Alcohol-Free Drinks and Castle-Free are bringing conscious consumers the perfect party-pack to kick-start a refreshing 2021. These two local brands are pioneers of the growing alcohol-free beverage category, with The Duchess creating several innovative, award-winning drinks and Castle…
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THE team at 320-year-old Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West has pulled out all the stops to ensure that local is lekker this summer, while observing strict Covid-19 protocols. Ahead of the holidays, the team has reviewed the restaurant and picnic menus. A vast vegetable and herb garden has…
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TO celebrate sustainable fish, the 16-year journey of the WWF Southern African Sustainable Seafood Initiative (SASSI) programme which has become a popular household name across SA, and the announcement of 2020’s Trailblazer chefs, Eat Play Drink Cape Town was sent a box of ingredients and a recipe…
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KLIPDRIFT Brandy’s original series UnKlipped is short films which capture real conversations with real South Africans doing what comes naturally when friends get together – laughing, joking and having a good time together - unclipped, unedited and unchecked so the magic can flow. It hit the right…
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THE transformation of the iconic Glencairn Hotel has been completed with the opening of Barstaurant at Glencairn, a new family-friendly restaurant off the shore of False Bay between Fish Hoek and Simon’s Town. Barstaurant at Glencairn occupies the entire floor area of the landmark building, which…
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SOMETIMES the simplest experiences can spark the most joy: dewdrops glittering in the rising sun, the honey-sweet scent of wildflowers, a butterfly in flight. It's the beauty in the everyday that touches the heart and makes the spirit light. Light on the body, too, is this lively range from…
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STELLENBOSCH-based wine estate Quoin Rock has released its maiden vintage, limited edition Blanc de Blanc 2009 Méthode Cap Classique (MCC) of which only 1 800 bottles have been produced. Made from 100% Chardonnay, this elegant MCC is guaranteed to take pride of place in any cellar or at any social…
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GROOTE POST, the historic wine farm in the Darling Hills owned by the Pentz family, has released a new Brut Méthode Cap Classique – in perfect time for the festive season. “We are always very excited when we welcome a new wine to our portfolio,” says Nick Pentz, “especially when it is a wine that…
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CRAFTING an exceptional whisky takes time and skill but mixing the perfect drink at home is simple thanks to locally inspired highball mixers from Three Ships Whisky. A whisky highball is as simple to make as it is delicious to drink, which is one of the reasons it’s at the top of the drinks…
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