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  • Hudsons Burger Joint Review

    Many people go to certain restaurants for a certain thing. The amazing breakfast place. The one with perfect pizza. The place for ribs. The place for fish and chips. You always know what the safe menu-bet may be. From my very fancy and super accurate experiments where I asked about 6 people what they thought […] More

  • Fondue at I Love My Laundry

    There are things in life that I often wish I did more, and often tend to forget that I don’t. For example: “yeah, I am really in to climbing Lion’s Head“ or “Flip, I love playing board-games” and last but certainly not least, “I am a real big fan of fondue”. In actual fact I’ve […] More

  • Wacky Wine turns 10! (comp closed)

    The Robertson Wine Valley’s annual wine festival is turning 10 and this year’s theme is “Celebration”. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! YOU’RE BIG NOW! I haven’t been before but I’ve heard good things, so between 6 and 9 June 2013, I shall be making my first appearance! [Full Program!] Winter charity drive Support local charities by donating blankets […] More

  • Fine Food Portfolio

    I love spending time at markets – trying, tasting, and meeting new producers. Every now and then I really want to get my hands on something different, but really don’t feel like leaving the house. That is where Fine Food Portfolio kick-in. They have collaborated with producers of exceptional local and international food and beverage […] More

  • This Week at Jackal & Hide April 2013

    The Jackal & Hide welcomes you to drink, dine and socialise in a stylish environment with a comfortable atmosphere. We make it our mission to exceed local culinary and service standards, we are situated in the popular Kloof Street in Gardens boasting breathtaking views of Table Mountain. Thursday Night Live – We Set Sail We have pulled out all […] More

  • Perfect Paella Competition

    PERFECT PAELLA – a fitting name for the Cape Town based company that is bringing authentic paella pans to South Africa, allowing you to create “the perfect paella” in the comfort of your own home. Owned by Jose and Lisa Gomez, the two are South Africans giving us the opportunity to own authentic paella pans […] More

  • Coffee-rubbed shoulder of springbok Recipe

    A few weeks back I had a great opportunity to recreate a stunning recipe designed by Andy Fenner. I made a booboo and didn’t add enough wine, so I couldn’t cook my springbok for the full four hours. But luckily for me, while it wasn’t as melt-in-your-mouth as I was hoping, it wasn’t tough at […] More

  • La Mouette April Tasting Menu

    A restaurant can have the best food in the world, but if the staff and owners are arrogant, they may as well not exist to me. The entire eating experience needs to be warm and inviting, something that Cape Town restaurants aren’t always good at. There is one restaurant that has always had the same […] More

  • Spier Wine Farm Competition (comp closed)

    Spier Wine Farm are all about making people happy. And funny story, we rather like making people happy too! So we have a little competition for you today. But first some info. Press release, initiate! Award-winning wine paired with innovative food – that’s what you’ll find at Spier’s spacious tasting room. Enjoy a set wine […] More

  • Cocktails at Pure

    I’m OBSESSED with a good ol’ fashioned Bloody Mary. I’d bath in them. I’d take them on walks on the promenade. I’d go to the movies with them and hold their hand. I also don’t have a sweet tooth, so a fiery, sharp and savoury drink is right up my alley. For these very reasons […] More

  • Olyfberg and CANSA join hands for the battle against cancer

    Olyfberg and the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) joined hands in the battle against cancer.  Olyfberg are going to donate R2 to cancer research for every litre of their Extra Virgin Olive Oil sold. Be on the lookout for the CANSA Smart Choice sticker on the Olyfberg Extra Virgin Olive Oil bottles. The estate Olyfberg […] More