Following his recent appointment as Executive Chef at The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa in Cape Town, Christo Pretorius (27) has officially launched a fresh new summer menu, full of creative flair and bursting with flavour. His new summer menu features fresh, seasonal produce, with a focus on top quality local ingredients. Starters include two […] More
The next Bubbles & Braai event will be hosted on the 29th of March 2014 at The Grande Roche Hotel and it promises to be a culinary innovation that sees Chef Roland Gorgosilich and his team step out of the kitchen to celebrate the South African tradition of braaing. Tuck into the freshest seafood and lazy […] More
You’r invited to join the festivities at Kenilworth Race Course next Saturday on the 7th December. A beer & wine garden will be set up with live music playing throughout the day. The kinds are also catered for with free entertainment provided including the kids carnival! The gates open at 11h00 and there is no […] More
The uptake of the modern brandy cocktail continues apace with that unstoppable juggernaut, the Urban Brandy Cocktail Route, now proudly announcing its national expansion. Defined as the ‘ultimate cocktail route’, the route presents the perfect opportunity to appreciate one of SA’s top-selling spirits in its more contemporary cocktail form, and places this iconic local elixir […] More
Another spectacular day was held in Cape Town as the inaugural R2 million Lanzerac Ready to Run Stakes presented by Cape Thoroughbred Sales (CTS) bolstered the Western Cape’s horse racing season at Kenilworth Racecourse. This prestigious event, which is the only and richest Ready To Run Sales Race in the Western Cape, has officially been […] More
The festive season at the Grande Roche Hotel promises to be a spectacular affair for all, whether you are single, a couple or a family with kids in tow. We have tailor-made something special just for you. Throughout December the Grande Roche Hotel’s laid back and contemporary Bistro Allegro is offering a delicious a la carte […] More
On Friday, 08 November, the Platter’s South African Wine Guide awarded Nitida’s Coronata Integration 2012 with the highest honour of five stars for a second consecutive year. Deemed a multifaceted fusion of fennel, fig, lime and shortbread by the 34 edition of the guide, the Coronata Integration 2012 is a unique combination of a crisp […] More
During the warmer months a divine picnic experience awaits you amongst the sprawling vines of the Groot Constantia Wine estate! Simon’s Terrace picnic offers a relaxed, tranquil experience on the rolling green lawns near Simon’s Restaurant. Baskets with delicious country fare can be pre-ordered and collected from the picnic kiosk. There is also a delightful […] More
Nestled in the breathtaking Constantia valley on South Africa’s oldest wine farm Groot Constantia you will find Simon’s restaurant. Simon’s at Groot Constantia is beautifully appointed, with the perfect balance of indoor and outdoor dining options. The contemporary décor blends harmoniously with the tranquil vineyard surroundings and sets the tone for a relaxed dining experience. […] More
La Mouette is quite literally Sea Point’s shining star. This beautiful restaurant has the holy trinity – attentive staff, welcoming owners, and truly delicious food. I normally try the LM Tasting Menus, but thought it would be great to give A La Carte a try, and boy am I glad I did. STARTERS Cheese and […] More
Last week we told you all about the concept of The Entertainer and mentioned that they were launching an app! Well, the app has been launched and it is amazing. So amazing that I am going to bullet-point it for maximum effect. The Entertainer App: Gives you free incentive offereings in November & December, so […] More
For a while I’ve wondered why NoMU don’t have olive oil – such a kitchen essential – in their range. And voila, now they do. With a nifty flip lid, this beautiful bottle of oil looks very pretty on my counter. Sourced from the award-winning De Rustica Olive Estate in the Cape Swartberg mountains, the […] More