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Grande Provence Chef in San Pellegrino Young Chef 2015 Top 10 Darren Badenhorst, Executive Chef of The Restraurant at Grande Provence, is the only Franschhoek chef, and 1 of 7 South africans to make the cut for the San Pellegrino Young Chef 2015 Top 10 finalists in Africa and the Middle East. This highly contested scouting […] More
Goldfish Submerged Sundays at Shimmy say Goodbye this Sunday, so if you are still yet to go to one of these legendary nights, you don’t want to miss their curtain call. Think sunshine, cocktails, and dancing in the sand (or on a nice solid piece of land where you’ll probably find me, reapplying extra sunscreen […] More
Matt Manning One Ingredient Valentine Chocolate Dinner Valentine’s Day is synonymous with love, romance and se… Uhh, chocolate. And Matt Manning has the perfect chocolate themed dinner for you. We aren’t going to spoil the surprise by telling you the menu, but this is the story… Certain courses will be presented to you for you to […] More
Are you still looking for something to do on 14 Feb? Well, maybe you should head off to Grande Provence on Valentine’s Day. Choose between a lunch or dinner fine dining experience in the heart of Franschhoek, created by Executive Chef Darren Badenhorst, with perfect wine pairings by Sommelier Khuselo Mputa. It all begins with […] More
The Fleur du Cap Natural Light Chenin Blanc 2014 vintage has been released, with a nifty and convenient screw cap. Gone are the days of cork being the only way to go. With its lower alcohol content of just 9,7%, the screw cap will help preserve the tropical fruit character of this health-friendly wine. Crisp and refreshing […] More
In case you were worried you wouldn’t have enough options to choose from, there are FIVE new Summer Menus at The Radisson. Whether you’re looking for poolside tidbits, bar snacks, platters, light lunches, or decadent dinners – there is a menu to make your heart sing. And with prices starting as low as R45, you’ll […] More
Grande Provence Italian dinner and Opera Evening You like Opera? You like Italian food? Well, you gonna like this… On Friday 30 January, Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate in Franschhoek is hosting an Italian inspired evening of food, wine and song in collaboration with Pasta e Basta. Amsterdam-based Pasta e Basta is a concept restaurant where […] More
Oil. How many types do you know? Olive oil, sunflower oil… car oil? Another question, how versatile is each variety? And how healthy is it for you? And what is its best use? AND WHAT SHOULD YOU BE USING? Ohhh my word, so mannnyyy questtttiooonssss. Historically, a wide variety of natural oils were used in health, […] More
‘Tis the season to be jolly, to eat, to drink and have an all-round good time. And our good friend Matt Manning wants to add to the festive cheer by celebrating with you! Introducing………… The One Ingredient Dinner Christmas Competition **jingles, clapping, woo-hooing, crackers, streamers etc etc** What can you win? A bottle of bubbly […] More
Lazy people, drunk people, high – as in on a mountain, yo – people, people without a license, people who have hurt their foot and can’t drive, hungover people, and just anyone who likes using the internet to do something – REJOICE! There is a new food delivery service in town: Say hello to orderin.co.za […] More
We are always blabbing on about the fabulousness of the La Mouette Tasting menus and that’s because they really are fabulous. (On that note, you can see the early summer menu here). But, what if you don’t like tasting menus? We’re not sure why you wouldn’t, but fear not – the La Mouette a la […] More
They’ve done it again. Well, to be honest, I should stop being surprised. The La Mouette Early Summer Tasting Menu is out and it’s a cracker. Check it out and book NEOW to get in and enjoy this deliciousness. Remember, they’re open 7 nights a week, and all day Sunday. Pretty magical if you ask me. […] More
