April 2013

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  • Simonsig Pack of the Month

    The wines for the Pack of the Month are selected by the Simonsig winemakers in order to offer you the best quality, variety and value. Complete tasting notes of the wines are included in every Pack of the Month. Their special offer is available for purchase to all Simonsig wine lovers. NO membership required. Wine […] More

  • Chefs Apprentice Program

    Want to become a professional chef? THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY! Edit: 01/06/2015: This article was posted in 2013. The apprentice program might not be available anymore. Please contact Hilton to find out more.  The Hilton Hotel Cape Town is starting a Chefs Apprentice Program, offering learners to become professional chefs within 3 years. The program […] More

  • Whisky Tasting at Bascule

    Visit the Bascule Bar at the V&A Waterfront for a slice of Cape Town’s social energy. This Cape Town whisky and wine bar looks over the calm water of a private V&A Waterfront marina. Full of gleaming yachts, it sets the scene for a relaxed gathering of Cape Town locals and international guests. By day the Bascule […] More

  • Bentleys Oyster Bar

    The Bentley Oyster Bar, nestled in the trendy business sector of Claremont, Cape Town has opened its doors to the public mid November 2012. It brings to the public an array of exquisitely prepared Oysters along with many other fine dining dishes. It marks the turn away from the traditionally prepared west coast oyster and […] 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

  • THE CRYPT Jazz Restaurant launches in Cape Town

    Cape Town’s new jazz hotspot, The CRYPT Jazz Restaurant, is opening on Friday 19 April 2013, to mark a brand new era for the historic St George’s Cathedral Crypt. The Crypt has been a community meeting place for more than 115 years, ever since the building was completed back in 1898. In this unique, atmospheric […] More

  • FoodBlogCT News Week 17 2013

    Thursday, the 25th of April Frozen Foods noone needs  We’d like to start this by telling you that we hate neither frozen foods nor convenience. [read more] Horse Meat Found In 5 Percent Of ‘Beef’ Products More than 7,000 tests across the European Union have shown that nearly 5 percent of the food products labeled as beef […] More

  • Daily Giveaways with Harvest & Laborie Wine Estate (comp closed)

    Harvest at Laborie is a family friendly restaurant which seats a total of 80 guests inside and a further 100 on the beautiful terrace which overlooks the immaculate vineyards of the wine farm. Boasting modern contemporary décor, the Private Dining Room will host smaller, intimate groups. Patrons will be able to relax and socialise whilst enjoying […] More

  • Boardwalk Empire at Headquarters!

    Headquarters (HQ) is situated on trendy Shortmarket Street in the heart of Cape Town within national monument Heritage Square. The renowned steak house and bar now offers #BoardwalkEmpire – a night of deep house and deep techno every Thursday in conjunction with their new cocktail and bar menus. The sophisticated urban haunt is inspired by […] More

  • The Art of Living at Pure

    The signature restaurant ‘Pure’ is located in the heart of Hout Bay Manor near Cape Town. The restaurant is open to the public as well as guests to the boutique hotel making it a culinary journey of senses, ideal for a decadent dinner or daily lunch. On Friday, the 26th of April, they are hosting […] More

  • Food & Wine Pairing at Barristers

    Barristers Restaurant would like to warmly welcome and introduce to you, their new Head Chef, who’s excellent culinary skills include: The One and Only (V&A Waterfront), Moyo (Clock Tower), the acclaimed “Zuma” in London among others. To introduce his skills, they are having a special Food & Wine Pairing evening on Tuesday 23rd April for R250 […] More

  • Breakfast at Gourmet Boerie

    You can satisfy your Gourmet Boerie craving at the bottom of Kloof Street every single day: They are cooked in the traditional South African way, by steaming it first, locking in all the juices and then browning it on the grill. Now, Gourmet Boerie have added a kiff little brekkie to their vibe starting from R15 with […] More