A BURST of confetti and pyrotechnics at Cape Town’s GrandWest Grand Arena on Sunday 19 November concluded the much-anticipated 2023 Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Awards ceremony, where more than 800 guests gathered to celebrate South Africa’s culinary excellence.
Embracing the star-rating system introduced in 2022, South Africa’s top restaurants were awarded with three, two or one stars…
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Pop the corks at Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival
PERFECTLY timed with the beginning of the festive season and the summer season in full swing, the Franschhoek valley welcomes the return of the sparkling annual highlight, the Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival, presented by Sanlam Private Wealth, on 2-3 December 2023.
The Franschhoek valley is renowned for producing Cap Classiques of outstanding quality, with an impressive…
Gino’s reclaims top spot in Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge
JOZI restaurants Gino’s (Robertsham) and Osteria Rossa (Bedfordview) claimed the top two positions in this year’s Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge with Gino’s of Stellenbosch taking third spot and last year’s winner, Ferdinando’s Pizza (Observatory, Cape Town), coming in fourth.
Voting for the participating restaurants was done by their customers. Gino’s in Robertsham was the winner in…
THE holiday season is about to get even more spirited, thanks to Kindred Spirits, the brilliant minds behind the beloved Sugarbird® Gin. Get ready to sip, savour, and celebrate with the all-new Sugarplum Cape Holly and Wild Plum Candy Cane Spirit Cooler.
Embodying the essence of a South African Christmas, the Sugarplum Cape Holly and Wild Plum Candy Cane offers a delightful fusion of flavours.…
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Mzansi Magic court drama In The Dock features Yvonne Chaka Chaka
CRIME drama In The Dock produced by The Milton Empire, premiered on Mzansi Magic on November 19 (DStv Channel 161) at 8pm. Episodes will also be available on DStv Stream, bringing intrigue, suspense, and dramatic twists from the corridors of politics to the courtrooms of justice.
The narrative revolves around Loyiso Olifant, skilfully played by the accomplished Dumisani Mbebe. Loyiso, a…
And just like that…it’s November highlights on Showmax
FROM Emmy-winning Sex and the City writer and executive producer Michael Patrick King, And Just Like That… catches up with our favourite glam besties, Carrie, Miranda and Charlotte, as they navigate the complex reality of life as 50-somethings. Max’s Sex and the Cityreboot started out as a miniseries but was soon renewed for a second season, and has recently been greenlit for a third. Season two…
CHEFS Jackie Cameron, Eleanor Coetzee, Ronel de Jager, Megin Meikle, Motheba Makhetha, Charné Sampson and Carla Schulze will be showcasing their innovation, creativity, expertise and sheer talent at the 2023 Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Awards.
Taking place at the GrandWest Grand Arena in Cape Town on Sunday, 19 November, the annual gala event has become a culinary highlight in itself, where…
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Pick n Pay’s moments of magic for festive tables
PICK N PAY has unveiled its 2023 Christmas range, which is now in stores. The products focus on incredible flavours and ingredients, with convenience, to emphasise how easy it is for customers to create moments of magic centred around good food and drinks this festive season.
In a dazzling event hosted at a rooftop in Cape Town, guests were welcomed by a giant advent calendar with some of Pick n
…The life and times of Gen Z on M-Net
HABITS of Gen Z (Thursdays at 9pm) is a captivating documentary series on M-Net 101 that follows the lives and challenges of being a Gen Z. Director Jo Munnik is a South African filmmaker and journalist with a career spanning almost two decades. Her work has been featured on international platforms like CNN, BBC, and VICE News and focuses on social change and youth culture from across Africa. …
ANTHONIJ Rupert Wyne's Optima 2020 is a wine of exceptional quality, crafted using only the finest grapes sourced from the best terroirs and made with the most advanced winemaking techniques available. The company's philosophy is to create wines that are perfectly matured and ready to drink, ensuring optimal enjoyment for all wine enthusiasts.
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…Third and final Equalizer movie on the small screen
BOOK yourself a big night in to watch the always-brilliant two-time Oscar winner Denzel Washington in The Equalizer 3 – the final instalment in this action thriller series that’s heading to our small screens this month Sony Pictures Entertainment. This epic blockbuster that takes vigilante justice to the next level came to Apple TV on 7 November 2023 and DStv Box Office tomorrow.
The Equalizer…
LAMTA presents Spring Awakening at Theatre On The Bay
FROM 24 November to 3 December 2023 the Luitingh Alexander Musical Theatre Academy (LAMTA) will present Spring Awakening at Theatre On The Bay, its much anticipated final production for 2023. The powerful rock musical that scooped eight Tony Awards in 2007 including Best Musical, will be directed by award winning writer and actress Sylvaine Strike (Firefly, Kiss of the Spiderwoman, Donkerbos,…
GRUB & VINE has announced the launch of its second restaurant – Grub & Vine Norval - which will open its doors to the public on 30 November – just in time for the festive season.
“Situated at the Norval Foundation in the Constantia Wine Valley – a custodian and protector of African visual art – Grub & Norval sets out to celebrate the commonality between beautiful food, wine and…
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Macro Mixes launches new protein bar
THIS one’s for the busy mom, bodybuilder or elderly. Macro Mixes, a frontrunner in providing exceptional nutrition supplements, snacks, baking premixes and porridges, has officially announced the launch of its latest snack - the Golden Crunch Protein Bar.
Designed with health enthusiasts in mind, this new protein bar provides a convenient and effective solution to fuel your body. It is packed
…Terre Paisible EVOO, elevating a holistic health essential
LONG before the concept of super foods became a phenomenon, and way ahead of the curve of eco-conscious eating and plant-based diets, there was olive oil. Once harvested, Terre Paisible’s olives are cold-pressed to preserve the natural antioxidants, oleic and linoleic acids. This, in addition to the lack of additives and preservatives, enhances one’s overall wellbeing as much as it does cuisine.…