October 2014

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  • Friday Night Braai at Tobago’s at The Radisson Hotel

    I love a good braai. A good braai with all the trimmings. But I also hate having to clean up after the braai and all its trimmings. Tobago’s Restaurant has come up with a solution! A three course family-friendly braai every Friday night from the beginning of November, with a cash bar and live entertainment. […] More

  • Summer picnics with French flair at Grande Provence

    Embrace lazy summer days with a rustic French-style picnic under the oaks in the beautifully landscaped garden overlooking the vineyards of Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate in Franschhoek. With scrumptious morsels and a bottle of Grande Provence wine, you’re set for a tranquil afternoon on this fabulous wine estate. Grande Provence Chef Darren Badenhorst has […] More

  • Game Drive & Wine Tasting at Signal Gun

    Nestled into the hills of Durbanville lies a wine estate rich in family history as well as glorious wine varietals that encourage visitors from far and wide to venture off to this quiet haven. Aptly named, Signal Gun is home to the one of the cannons that alerted Cape Town to attack and now 300 […] More

  • Spring Specials at The Lookout Deck

    The Lookout Deck in Hout Bay arguably boasts one of the best views in the Western Cape. Situated on the water’s edge in the Hout Bay Harbour, the restaurant boasts breathtaking mountain and ocean views. Shelfish Festival in Hout Bay They are currently offering fantastic specials on oysters, mussels and prawns until the end of October. This […] More

  • Instagram Competition with Da Vinci’s

    Calling all Instagram fans… share your foodie #photooftheday and stand the chance to win a R20 voucher to use towards your next Da Vinci’s bill. There is one up for grabs every day All you have to do is: Follow @DaVincisonKloof on Instagram Upload a pic of your Da Vinci’s meal or table art Include […] More

  • Rib & Prawn Special at Blowfish

    Positioned perfectly with unrivalled views of Table Mountain and Table Bay, Blowfish Restaurant is an all-round sensory experience. With windows spanning the length of the restaurant guests can enjoy the fresh sea breeze and sound of the nearby Atlantic Ocean. Rib & Prawn Party with this amazing Special  To celebrate the start of spring, they […] More

  • Tapas at The Tasting Room at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate - LR

    Tapas and sundowners at The Tasting Room at Grande Provence

    Prepare for a bite size explosion of flavour at The Tasting Room at Grande Provence in Franschhoek, now serving tapas daily from 15h00 to 18h00. From savoury snacks of Vietnamese pickled mussels, croquettes of Karoo lamb pepped up with mustard aioli, corn & coconut crocchettes and artisanal cheese boards to chocolate tartlets for the sweet […] More

  • La Mouette October Tasting Menu

    Here they go again, a brand new menu from the team at La Mouette. Just a sneak peek of images. More to follow soon. But seriously, how delicious does this sound? I think I fall in love with them a little more each and every month. Update: This menu is still available until mid-November! La […] More

  • #PinotNoir Competition with Grande Provence

    Whether you’re a #PinotNoir lover, or are just able to tell the difference between red and white wine – you can still love a good wine competition. And when the prize is a bottle of Grande Provence Pinot Noir 2013 you’ll enjoy the wine too! Competition Deets: So get involved in the #PinotNoir Competition with Grande Provence, share […] More

  • frenchSUNSET on 8 November

    frenchSUNSET in Cape Town

    Picture yourself under the trees, amongst the vineyards of a premier wine farm in the shadow of the Constantiaberg Mountains, sipping on wine, indulging in bread and cheese and listening to live music. This is frenchSUNSET, an exclusive event offering all of this and so much more at a secret location announced on the day […] More

  • Wednesday Drinks Special at Lanique Bar

    Lanique Bar in De Waterkant has its spot at the back of the charming Cape Quarter Piazza a stone’s throw from several other vibey lounges and hotspots (think Manhattan, Ragu’ and The Piano Bar), the intimate venue is giving Mother City dwellers the privilege of sampling a drink that’s not only wrapped in historical allure but also  […] More

  • History of Lanique

    Over two centuries ago, when the full-skirted, full-sleeved cream of society still graced the floors at grand balls and barons and baronesses still discussed the marriage prospects of their daughters, there was a sacred drink that captured the imagination of the European bourgeoisie. Crafted from all-natural elements, most notably attar of rose (rose petal oil), […] More