THE V&A Waterfront’s R63 million investment in Makers Landing, in partnership with the National Treasury’s Jobs Fund, is bearing fruit as the first intake of SMMEs graduate from Makers Landing’s Food Lab Incubation Programme.
Maker’s Landing provides the perfect environment for growing food businesses, while the incubation programme demonstrates the value of assembling the right partnership…
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Steenberg unveils top tier 2020 The Black Swan Sauvignon Blanc
THE purest expression of Steenberg’s terroir is the heart and soul of Steenberg The Black Swan which is honed by a dedicated focus on Sauvignon Blanc spanning more than 30 years at this prized Constantia wine estate. Evolving out of Steenberg’s original Reserve Sauvignon Blanc first produced in 1997, Steenberg The Black Swan Sauvignon Blanc has grown in stature as a cool climate flagship wine,…
Creative writing experience at De Hoop
De Hoop Collection will host a creative writing residency, Writing Life – Writing Experiencewith the celebrated author Lesley Beake from Sunday, July 11 to Wednesday, July 14, 2021.
“I named this residency after what I do – writing life. The inspirations are everywhere, all around us, and the desire to write is universal. And in the tranquil surroundings of the magnificent De Hoop Nature…
BOSJES, in the scenic Breede River valley, just over an hour’s drive from Cape Town, is brimming with new energy as it reveals the next phase in its evolution, with a new restaurant and farm shop set amid imaginatively landscaped indigenous gardens.
“This latest expansion really establishes Bosjes Estate as a leading destination in the Cape winelands,” explains Carlen Vorster, CEO of…
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Cape Town’s best address has a new restaurant pop-up
EMBARK on a taste adventure at The Table Bay hotel’s new dining concept, Three Forks.
Diners on Friday and Saturday evenings have a choice of either a two-course or a three-course meal, while on Sundays, Three Forks will serve a delicious roast lunch spoil. Two courses cost R450 per person, three courses are R550 per person, and the Sunday lunch is R550 per person. Children age 10 years and…
Cosy winter value at Steenberg’s trendy Bistro Sixteen82
WARM up with chef Kerry Kilpin’s inspiring seasonal creations and excellent winter value at Bistro Sixteen82, Steenberg’s cellar door restaurant in the Constantia Wine Valley.
For an indulgent lunch of neo-bistro comfort food, there’s a special Hearty & Homely Menu to keep you fuelled from Mondays to Fridays, from now until the end of September, excluding public holidays.
From R275…
MULTICHOICE announced today that Friends: The Reunion will premiere on M-Net exclusive to DStv on Sunday, May 30 at 8pm and will be available on streaming service Showmax from Monday, May 31, 2021. Its first air date is on May 27, 2021, on HBO Max.
Friends stars Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer return to the iconic comedy’s original…
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Delheim’s latest vintage Chardonnay Sur Lie is now available
DELHEIM has released the 2020 vintage of its Chardonnay Sur Lie whose arrival is always keenly awaited. The popularity of the flagship wine stems from its provenance, a single vineyard high against the Simonsberg Mountain that overlooks Stellenbosch and is the renowned estate’s most consistently excellent block of Chardonnay.
Over the decades this specific site has delivered award-winning…
Make the most of a winelands staycation at Brenaissance
WHEN I rule the world, it's going to be Cape Town and surrounds in May all year round. The weather is a perfect combination of warm sunny days when you can sit outside without a jersey, and dark and stormy ones with rain lashing down, wind howling - made for sitting in front of a fire with red wine.
Sometimes you even get both in the same 24 hours.
It's always over far too soon, as the…
WITH winter fast approaching, Constantia Glen has comfort food in abundance to combat the shorter days and cooler weather. Warm up to a selection of delicious homemade soups and more substantial dishes at their tasting room.
Available as single servings or as a trio of smaller portions, visitors can indulge in Constantia Glen’s famous traditional Austrian beef goulash served with spätzle,…
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Roodeberg and hearty lentil soup make the perfect winter pair
NOTHING chases away the winter chill like a full-bodied red, paired with soul-warming soup. Roodeberg 1949, the meticulously crafted commemorative blend, is the perfect wine companion for comfort food.
Showing excellent structure, supple tannins and fleshy fruit with outstanding purity and balance, Roodeberg 1949 embraces the revival of exciting French and Spanish varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon…
Re-discover the quintessential pairing at Stellenbosch Hills
THIS winter, Stellenbosch Hills re-introduces tasting room visitors to the world’s quintessential pairing of wine with cheese.
The winery, in the heartland of South Africa’s most famous wine region, has made a speciality of pairing experiences. These include such innovations as wine with biltong and even popcorn. Now, it goes back to the roots of this tradition, beyond retro - to where…
IN celebration of World Tea Day on Friday, May 21, 2021 Libstar is sharing four delicious trends for tea enthusiasts, demonstrating how versatile and innovative tea continues to be. Interestingly, a recent trends feature by World Tea News, highlights how more consumers are seeking functional teas that do more for the mind and body. Consumers are also interested in experimenting with teas that…
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Horse riding and a picnic – the perfect Sunday at Boschendal
IN case you missed it, I spent a wonderful weekend at Boschendal, full of eating, drinking and playing.
I've told you about The Werf restaurant, the amazing farm shop, the Deli, drive-in movies and luxurious accommodation in there Werf Cottages. There's a super deal on at the moment for Bertha's Retreat, where children can stay free (Ts&Cs obviously, more info here). Boschendal is a…
A winter warmer recipe, with love from The Table Bay
KEEP warm this winter with a cosy Table Bay hotel-inspired recipe you can easily prepare at home with family or friends. Grab your favourite pot, heat up your stovetop and get ready to spice up your cooking skills in just five easy steps by making a French classic, prawn bisque.
“This is a perfect dish for anybody and everyone to enjoy on a cold winters day,” says Wesli Charles Jacobs,…