FOODIE, meet Marty's Spiced Tomato Juice. Here's what you need to know.
Tomato juices do not have to be heavy and dense. It does not have to feel like you are swallowing your way through a bottle full of cold soup. It can actually be light, lovely, and super refreshing - like Marty's. Check out the fun back story here. Mr Marty (the man behind the juice) has been a staunch…
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More than 300 paws are taking to the Sea Point Promenade
NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL MARCH 2024
HUMANS and four legged friends are invited to strut their stuff at the sixth Paws On The Promenadefrom 9am on October 29, 2023 – a dog walk fundraiser by the Mdzananda Animal Clinic, Khayelitsha, in partnership with Vondi’s Holistic Pet Nutrition. After a two-year break due to Covid-19, the event is back by pawpular demand.
Starting at the…
Specialty Coffee Expo at Makers Landing
THE Specialty Coffee Expo will take place from Friday, 27 October to Sunday, 29 October 2023 at Makers Landing, in the Cape Town Cruise Terminal at V&A Waterfront.
Visitors can look forward to embarking on a flavourful journey, savouring a delectable variety of coffee offerings, from around the globe. “We invite some of the top coffee roasters to exhibit some of the highest-grade coffee…
LEOPARD’S LEAP Family Vineyards is delighted to announce its exceptional performance in the 2024 Ambassador Awards, hosted by the Great Wine Capitals of the World Best of Wine Tourism Awards. The popular Leopard’s Leap South African Table as well as the overall local flavour to the brand’s offering – from food and wine to hospitality – saw Leopard’s Leap being appointed as the winner in the…
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Tokara farm garden in full bloom for Garden Town Stellenbosch
EXPERIENCE Tokara in all its spring splendour on a self-guided tour of the farm’s private garden open exclusively over the two weekends of Garden Town Stellenbosch from 27 October to 5 November 2023. A dedicated oasis of indigenous plants, the extraordinary Adamastor Moss Garden, and the textural cork oak forest are just some of the treasures to be explored while meandering through tranquil…
It’s spooky season on Showmax
FRESH off the toy rack (the third season launched in the US on 4 October), Chucky, the slasher comedy horror series about a doll possessed by a dead serial killer sees Chucky (Brad Dourif) take a stab at politics. The President of the United States James Collins (Devon Sawa) sets Chucky loose in the White House when his son insists that it’s Take My Doll To Work Day.
Chuckywas nominated for…
IT'S not an overstatement to call Carole King a musical legend. Just go have a look at her Wikipedia page, which is what I did after seeing Up On The Roof - The Carole King Songbook at Theatre On The Bay last week.
Whether you're a lifetime fan, don't know her music at all, or - like me - a fan who only knows a little bit, mainly her album Tapestry (which features her cat on the cover, read…
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Get ready for Benny Griessel brought to life on M-Net
FANS of Deon Meyer's books will have, over the years, conjured their own mental images of his characters, most beloved of which is Benny Griessel - all the more so for his deep flaws. I am one of those fans, and I have had several books to formulate my pictures. So I'm rather skittish about the adaptation of Devil's Peak, the first Benny book published in 2004, which comes to M-Net in five parts…
Dishes to celebrate National Mushroom Day wherever you are
ACCORDING to the website Days Of The Year, this coming Sunday, October 15, is National Mushroom Day. Originating in Australia (and probably mostly recognised in the US where they have national days for everything you can imagine; however, there is no reason not to celebrate here in South Africa), National Mushroom Day is particularly meant for mushroom farmers, restaurants, cafes and health…
THE countdown to find South Africa’s favourite pizzeria is almost complete, with voting in the Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge 2023 having closed on Saturday, September 30. Once all the votes have been tallied, the winner of this year’s coveted title of South Africa’s Favourite Pizzeria will be revealed on Friday, November 10.
In the three months since July, when the challenge began, it’s…
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Revealed: Who is the voice in Die Brug?
FOR an adventure reality series like Die Brug (The Bridge), where 12 strangers must work together to build a bridge in a remote, rugged and pristine location, with one hoping to walk away with prize money of R1 million, you need a narrator’s voice with gravitas – a voice that can capture, colour in and amplify the drama, action, suspense and emotion. Such a person is the enigmatic Neil Sandilands,…
Vergelegen’s Café Fleur unveils spring menu with French finesse
CAFÉ Fleur, located in the lush gardens of picturesque Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West, has launched its eagerly anticipated spring menu with a special offer. Guests can enjoy a free glass of Vergelegen bubbly or Sauvignon Blanc to accompany a main course, valid until Sunday, 29 October.
Ushering in the new season, chef Michelle Barry and her team have drawn inspiration from bountiful
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NUY Winery, in the picturesque Nuy Valley along the Breede River, is delighted to introduce its new cellar master, Christo Basson. With an accomplished background in winemaking, Basson brings a wealth of experience and expertise to Nuy’s team.
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Basson’s journey in the industry began in 2002 at DTK Wines in Rawsonville. In 2008, he joined the team at TCB Wines as winemaker/cellar master, where he
…Paws-a-While: Where every pawprint tells a tale of love and hope
PAWS-A-WHILE, an enthusiastic and dynamic animal welfare organisation, takes pride in hosting a series of remarkable pet adoption events. These gatherings guarantee attendees a day filled with compassion and joy. They go beyond being a mere treat for pet enthusiasts; instead, they provide a haven for individuals of all ages. These events offer a delightful array of engaging activities and feature…
Mushroom dishes for your meat-free Mondays
OCTOBER is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and the South African Mushroom Farmers' Association along with Pick n Pay and Reach For Recovery step up to support this. Read more here, get your mushrooms, and make some delicious dishes all while helping survivors feel whole again.
VEGAN CAULIFLOWER SOUP WITH TURMERIC ROASTED MUSHROOMS Serves 6-8
Ingredients
75g raw cashew nuts
1 large…