NO additives. No preservatives. No mess, but plenty of fuss. Truth Coffee’s resident baker Kelly Mukendi has committed to baking bread the hard way – and the results of this effort are fast becoming a city favourite.
Kelly’s culinary journey began in 2018 as an apprentice to the Michelin star pastry chef Kamal Hamzoui, and with the guidance of artisan collaborators MF&Cie, Kelly has…
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The Nederburg launch event, and the wonderful food collaborators
AS you will have read - I hope - the preceding post about Nederburg's new Double Barrel Reserve, you will know how it was made, and what to expect in the bottle. Utter deliciousness. To celebrate its debut, Nederburg hosted a long table lunch in front of its Manor House, emceed by Guy McDonald (pictured below).
It was a glorious autumn day, and the table was decked with flower displays that…
Nederburg’s Double Barrel Reserve reflects detail and imagination
NEVER underestimate the power of a simple detail. It can transform even the excellent into the exceptional,” says Niël Groenewald, MD of Nederburg. “Ask anyone who treasures their craft, who works fully with their hands, heart and mind, and they will tell you the same.”
He is referring to Nederburg’s exciting new Double Barrel Reserve, a Bordeaux-style wine with a special new touch. It brings…
A homespun tale of good versus evil, the eight-episode series begins on 2 June at 8.30pm. When Eben Greyling, the young son of an absent father refuses a request from the family’s benefactor Van As to go fishing, it breaks the shackles of a long-time agreement – but the debt will not disappear. Someone has to pay. The consequences of the broken agreement set off a series of escalating events as…
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Unbox Pearly Bay’s stylish new wines for everyday enjoyment
PEARLY BAY, the stylish range of easy drinking wines that resonate carefree living and happy moments, is now available in generous 3-litre box wines, ideal for everyday enjoyment.
Big on taste, convenience and value the packs come in three delicious wines for all tastes and occasions. The crisp and refreshing Dry White bursts with tropical fruit, while the fruity and fresh Smooth Red has an…
Winter culinary delights at Steenberg’s Bistro Sixteen82, Tryn
AS the weather grows cooler, Capetonians can look forward to a traditional restaurant phenomenon: the winter special. Steenberg has two award-winning eateries on its immaculate grounds with spectacular vistas of mountains and vineyards, presided over by executive chef Kerry Kilpin.
The Hearty & Homely lunch special at BistroSixteen82 features inventive dishes that complement the finest…
KURT HILL of Cape Fish, purveyor, as you’d expect, of quality fresh fish - and now dry aged fish too, tells us more.
Dry aged fish? Why? “Well,” says Kurt, “it’s cleaner tasting, for one thing. It’s also more tender and just as delicious - or more so - than fresh fish, but without that fishy smell.”
So it’s dry - like biltong or that West Coast delicacy, bokkoms, but without the strong…
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Go Dark this winter with first vintage of Paserene’s broody Syrah
THE boutique Franschhoek winery Paserene’s first release of Dark – a full-bodied and broody 2018 Syrah in its Elements range – is a fine ambassador of the winemaker’s pursuit for appealing and authentic expression.
Showing notes of spicy treacle, cherries, and antique leather, this Syrah was crafted from a combination of grapes grown in clay soils in Tulbagh, and sand in Franschhoek. These two…
M-Net Movies celebrates Africa Day with AfroCinema pop-up channel
WITH Africa Day coming up on 25 May, M-Net is proud to announce M-Net Movies AfroCinema pop-up, an exciting channel that will celebrate and showcase the best festival movies from across the continent, with films from countries including Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya, and more. The channel will run from Friday 20 May to Sunday 29 May, and will be available on DStv Channel 198.
The…
THE inaugural vintage of a milestone Sauvignon blanc wine has been released by the 13 wineries of the Durbanville Wine Valley that supplied the wine for its making. While collaborations of this scale are rare, it is the region’s reputation for pioneering and award-winning Sauvignon Blanc that makes this an outstanding contribution to the pantheon of South African wine.
The cool, two…
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Savour the quintessential pairing at Stellenbosch Hills
THE fun returns to Stellenbosch Hills this month with a delicious opportunity to savour two ageless companions. The popular Stellenbosch Hills Wine & Cheese Pairing is a chance to gather up friends and family for a light-hearted and tasty excursion to the heart of South African wine country.
Over the years, its Wine & Cheese Pairing has become a popular activity and this year promises…
Cape Town Third Greatest City on Earth as ranked by The Telegraph
COME to Cape Town to find your freedom in the Third Greatest City on Earth! This is according to the Daily Telegraph’s survey, which assessed cities based on multiple metrics. The Mother City took a podium position primarily because of its sensational topography and geography. It was the only African city to make the list.
Alderman James Vos, Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth at the…
LOOKING for a tasty vegan dish to impress your family or friends? Try your hand at this delicious Table Bay hotel inspired recipe that you can easily prepare at home. Compile a small list of ingredients that you may need, get out your pots, heat the stove and get ready to enjoy fine dining cooking by making truffle wild mushroom gnocchi.
“Truffle wild mushroom gnocchi is a tasty, melt in your…
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While away the hours watching the waves in Arniston
THIS comes as no surprise to me, but I am able to spend an extraordinary amount of time simply sitting and watching the ocean. Which is what happened when I spent a couple of days at the Arniston Spa Hotel.
You will find many lists online detailing the things to do in Arniston. Some of these require physical action, like walking out on the rocks to the famous cave from which the town - can you…
Magical family show to delight audiences in June
THE College of Magic will take to the stage of the Artscape Theatre from June 1-4 with its largest production in 12 years, The Magic KeyYoung wonder-workers are gearing up for a spectacular live experience full of magic, drama, comedy, juggling and a ton of fun and the whole family is invited to join South Africa’s “Hogwarts”, which is world-famous for creating astonishing experiences and…