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M-Net celebrates Carte Blanche 35th anniversary with studio facelift

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ON 28 August 1988, Carte Blanche embarked on its journey, led by the illustrious duo of Derek Watts (below) and Ruda Landman. Now, as the show approaches its 35th anniversary and unveils a new studio design, M-Net proudly celebrates the enduring legacy of a show that has captivated audiences and set the benchmark for investigative journalism in South Africa.

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Willy Russell’s classic comedy, Educating Rita, is coming to Cape Town

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TALLY HO! Productions is proud to present its new production of Willy Russell’s classic comedy, Educating Rita, at Pieter Toerien's Theatre On The Bay from 5 to 15 July, 2023. Rita White, a young Liverpudlian hairdresser enrolls in an Open University course to study literature to better herself and escape from her drab and dreary working-class world. Along the way, she meets her tutor, Frank…
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Studio H at the forefront of all things food with its latest report on millets

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HOT on the heels of its acclaimed 100+ Flavours of South Africareport, culinary-minded design agency Studio H is again pioneering the way with its latest bulletin focusing on all things millets. With the United Nations declaring 2023 as the International Year of Millets, Studio H took the opportunity to delve deeper into this ancient grain that is indigenous to South Africa, and that has the…
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The Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge is back

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THE Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge returns from today to find out who will be crowned South Africa's favourite pizzeria in 2023, as voted for by consumers. In a hotly contested competition last year, top spot went to Cape Town’s Ferdinando’s with second place going to Gino’s in Robertsham (winner of the inaugural 2021 competition) and Bardelli’s (Cape Town) taking the number three spot.…
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Warm up at Spice Route Destination’s cosy restaurants

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SPICE Route Destination invites visitors to embrace the winter season with an enchanting culinary experience at its picturesque destination on Paarl Mountain. Known for its natural beauty, charm, and talented artisans, Spice Route captivates guests with awe-inspiring views of the Paarl winelands. This winter, its cosy restaurants offer an inviting atmosphere to indulge in mouthwatering cuisine and…
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Granddaughters’ names for reserve range of Sutherland wines

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THE unique traits of granddaughters have helped Gyles Webb to name the new reserve range of Sutherland icon wines - Anna… Emily… Lisa… Sarah: The patient, the feisty, the curious, and the playful – are the four new iconic reserve wines from Webb’s cool-climate Sutherland Vineyards in Elgin, named after his four granddaughters, with the wines a reflection of the unique character traits of each…
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Backsberg continues to pioneer carbon neutral wine farming

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BACKSBERG Family Wines, a winery with a rich heritage spanning over a century, remains steadfast in its philosophy of providing world class wines while prioritising sustainable practices. As South Africa's first certified carbon-neutral winery since 2006, Backsberg prides itself in constantly extending the utmost care for its employees, products, land, and the broader community. In a…
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Celebrate Bastille Day and all things French in Franschhoek

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THE Franschhoek Wine Valley is set to be a hive of activity and French flair on July 15 and 16, celebrating Bastille Day (July 14) with a weekend of indulgent food and the renowned fine wines of the region. Don your berets and all things red, white, and blue as you revel in the French ambience, as you stroll through the vibrant main road and share in the merriment, village shopping and lively…
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MasterChef Australia season 15 to premiere on M-Net this Friday

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M-NET Channel 101, the home to the popular MasterChef franchise is proud to bring viewers the sweetest treat with the highly anticipated new season of MasterChef Australia, set to premiere on the channel this Friday, 30 June at 6 pm and thereafter will broadcast every Monday to Friday in the same timeslot.

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Taste Tannie Maria’s recipes for love…and murder

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IN a whirl of social events and functions there is one invitation that always stands out from the rest: when the pleasure of your company is requested by chef Mynhardt Joubert at KWV's Cathedral Cellar. It's a guarantee of gorgeous decor, delicious food, exceptional wine pairings, and a guest list on which you are honoured to be. Fine, fine company. In this case, the occasion was to celebrate…
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Karen Zoid unplugged at Theatre On The Bay

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CAPETONIANS will have the opportunity this week to experience the raw and soulful sounds of legendary South African rocker Karen Zoid, with guitarist Henry Steel, in an unforgettable unplugged performance. Stripped down to the essence of their music, it's an absolute must-see at Pieter Toerien's Theatre On The Bay from 27 June to 1 July, nightly at 8pm. Born in Brussels to a South African …
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Whitley Neill gin and chocolate – a match made in heaven 

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IF you thought gin and chocolate didn’t pair well, think again. The famous brandy Alexander - crème de cacao, and cream - can be made with gin which is equally as delicious as the traditional brandy. Why?  Its highly adaptable flavour makes it the perfect infusion. Also, the use of botanicals like liquorice roots, lemon and orange peels, cassia bark, caraway, coriander, cardamom, anise, and fennel…
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Shakespeare’s romantic comedy Twelfth Night at the Masque

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SHAKESPEARE’S popular romantic comedy Twelfth Night will help warm up your winter; it will be performed for a limited run from 5 to 15 July at The Masque in Muizenberg.  Twelfth Night is one of the bard’s most classic comedies, featuring a cross-dressing love triangle, a wise-cracking fool, drunken shenanigans and a pair of yellow cross-gartered stockings. Director Barbara Basel is…
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De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay 2023 vintage released

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THE just-released De Wetshof Limestone Hill, one of South Africa's most popular unwooded Chardonnays, emphasises the reputation 2023 is garnering for being a top vintage for white wines in the Cape, especially Chardonnay. This despite inclement weather and heavy rainfall playing havoc in the Cape winelands during the 2023 harvest season. According to Johann de Wet, CEO of De Wetshof Estate in…