STELLENBOSCH Hills cranks up the festive season this year, giving visitors to the winery a never-before experience to taste its flagship wines by the glass. And because it’s the time for giving, there are a few extra special surprises thrown into the mix.
From November until the end of February, wine-lovers who sign up for one of the winery’s popular pairing experiences will receive a…
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Exclusive luxury at Lavender Farm Guest House in Franschhoek
IF you've ever wondered what three hectares looks like - having heard on countless occasions how many of those measurements are under vine at wine farms - Lavender Farm Guest House has a field that size, and is in fact an actual lavender farm.
It prides itself on its exclusivity, promising it is an ideal by which it abides. There is accommodation for 28 guests at this four-star establishment,…
New offerings, new journeys, same destination – Spice Route
SPICE Route Destination in Paarl is home to a range of local artisans with authentic offerings, who are ready to welcome guests this festive season with new journeys waiting to be discovered and experienced.
With most of the artisans already operational, Jewell’s Restaurant is now open and ready to welcome guests with an updated seasonal menu and extended offering. This summer, guests can look…
CONSTANTIA Glen, the magnificently appointed boutique wine estate known for exceptional cool climate Bordeaux-style wines, will soon be releasing the 11th edition of its flagship red, the much-anticipated Constantia Glen FIVE from the standout 2017 vintage.
Crafted from all five Bordeaux red grape varieties thriving in Constantia Glen’s unique micro-climate and undulating vineyards, the 2017…
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Quoin Rock’s Jack Coetzee breathes new life into Gåte Restaurant
GÅTE at Quoin Rock is proud to announce a new concept and fine dining experience which will be represented through the introduction of the new head chef, Jack Coetzee. This chapter for the restaurant will focus not only on using local ingredients from the area, but those found within the Quoin Rock wine estate itself
Taking your senses on a gastronomic adventure, the menu will evolve and…
PINSA has opened at the Freedom Weekend Market in Paarl
A PINSA is an oval of handmade goodness topped with scrumptious ingredients and baked in a wood-burning oven to produce a crispy, pillowy crust.
The man behind the PINSA brand is Andrey Tarasov, an entrepreneur who relocated to South Africa from Moscow in 2018. Over the past 25 years he has spent a great deal of time in Italy on business, specifically in Florence where he first encountered the…
LA Petite Colombe, sister restaurant to La Colombe in Constantia that has consistently received worldwide acclaim and been named among the best restaurants in the world, has re-opened its doors at a stunning new location on Leeu Estates, on the outskirts of Franschhoek.
Leeu Collection’s Le Quartier Français was home to La Petite Colombe from its opening in August 2017, when the hotel group…
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Bouchard wines, 12 Apostles Hotel & Spa, sunset – pure gold
THE last time I saw Peter Finlayson - declared by Tim Atkin to be the Wine Legend of 2020 - it was in the comfort of my own living room (sigh); the occasion was a tastingof the Bouchard Finlayson Missionvale Chardonnay and Galpin Peak Pinot Noir. When I mentioned this to him, to his real live face on Monday evening, someone eavesdropping said "oh, not your bedroom?"
That's a bit cheeky, but I…
The President Hotel swings into summer with outdoor movie nights
THE President Hotel has ushered in the season with its popular Savanna Summer Silent Movie Nights showcasing all-time favourites for a girl’s night out, a family affair or romantic romp.
Joanne Clayton, marketing and brand manager, says this revival of its cinema under the stars is a nice way to welcome locals back to the hotel, and provide an added experience for guests who may be travelling…
WHAT better way to relax and celebrate summer than visiting the countryside and getting closer to nature? When planning your adventure, be it an extended road trip, a mini getaway or simply getting the kids out of the house, look no further than De Krans Wines in Calitzdorp – the top TripAdvisor destination in the area.
From November to February De Krans invites visitors to partake in a farm…
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Durbanville Hills’ Pinotage, Chenin Blanc claim top 10 accolades
THE Durbanville Hills Collectors Reserve Pinotage 2017 has been awarded as one of the Top 10 at the 2020 ABSA Pinotage Competition. More than 149 entries were received for the competition, now it its 24th year. And for the second year in a row, Durbanville Hills achieved a place in the Standard Bank Top 10 Chenin Blanc Challenge hosted by the South African Chenin Blanc Association, this time with…
Galileo Open Air Cinema is back with summer movie magic
THE team behind Cape Town’s pioneer outdoor cinema has reinvented and reimagined its cinematic offering to entertain the Mother City in 2020, presenting three concepts for its ninth consecutive season, namely The Galileo Royale, The Galileo Picnic and The Galileo Drive In.
The Galileo Royale screenings take place every Wednesday, at exquisite venues including Suikerbossie in Hout Bay, Casa…
ALTHOUGH the Table Bay hotel officially opened its doors to guests on October 30, 2020 I had the unique pleasure of being the first post-lockdown guest earlier in the month. For a few glorious hours I was also the only guest, before the Miss South Africa finalists, various VIPS, and their entourages arrived.
The hotel hosted the 2020 pageant finale on October 24.
It was a lengthy stay which…
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Suidoosterfees kykNET Atlantic drive-in concerts in November
FROM November 4 to 15, 2020 the Suidoosterfees and Atlantic Studios will be reviving the classic drive-in theatre. Audiences will be able to view music and theatre shows from the safety and comfort of their cars in a spacious drive-in area.
Three of these festival show are big music productions, featuring some of South Africa`s most legendary artists. The shows will be performed live on stage…
Piekenierskloof de-alcoholised wines join mindful drinking trend
PIEKENIERSKLOOF Wines recently debuted its latest addition to the beloved Six Hats wine-range in the form of two de-alcoholised wines, a white and a red blend. With the fast-growing trend for mindful drinking, these refreshing de-alcoholised wines will easily become a new favourite.
With the Six Hats range providing consumers with easy-drinking wines, this duo complements the range perfectly,…