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  • Franschhoek’s La Petite Ferme appoints talented new Head Chef!

    The Nest Collection’s boutique property set for upswing in tourism! La Petite Ferme, the renowned manor house and vineyard suites on the Franschhoek Pass and member of The Nest Collection, has appointed a talented new head chef. Odette Olivier comes with a wealth of local and international experience and is set to re-invigorate the dining […] More

  • 5 Ways to add some Spirit to the Festive Season this Year!

    Celebrity chef, radio and television personality, Jenny Morris – the Giggling Gourmet – and renowned Mmisology the Mixologist, believes the versatility of U.S. distilled spirits can shine during the holiday season, whether in seasonal cocktails or enhancing celebratory meals. At a virtual tasting and food pairing hosted this week by the Distilled Spirits Council of […] More

  • Fresh & Frozen Seafood Specials for Black Friday at Pescaluna

    The freshest seafood. 100% sustainable. Originating in Hout Bay and servicing a global market, Pescaluna is truly a symbol of South African success stories where a group of companies saw an opportunity in combining their strengths to achieve a better outcome for all. They create moments where people can come together over full plates of […] More

  • Gift Ideas: Treat your Friends & Family to the Goodness of Spier

    The festive season selections at Spier Wine Farm has been carefully curated to help you find something truly special for every occasion. Spier’s online shop is home to a gorgeous range of more than 13 gifts ensuring your festive season present buying is a breeze Each comes beautifully wrapped and can be delivered nationwide. Spoiling […] More

  • Cape Town Gin: A Gentlemen’s Perfect Serve

    The much loved and award-winning Cape Town Classic Gin has partnered with Men’s Foundation this Prostate Cancer Awareness Month to highlight prostate cancer, the leading cancer affecting all over the world. This is also the start of a long-term strategic partnership for both brand and organisation as Cape Town Gin continues to fulfil its socio-economic […] More

  • Watch: Nederburg brings you Local Cuisine like you’ve never seen!

    Take a pinch of Chef’s Table, add a dash of Anthony Bourdain’s Parts Unknown, then a large helping of Mzansi magic, and you have the quintessential ingredients for a show like no other.  I’ll Bring The Wine, Nederburg’s innovative new five-part YouTube series gets right under the skin and down to the bone of traditional […] More

  • New Appointments at The Cellars-Hohenort, Cape Town

    The Liz McGrath Collection has announced three senior appointments at The Cellars-Hohenort, its flagship 5-star hotel in Cape Town and member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Tanya Johnson – General Manager, The Cellars-Hohenort Tanya Johnson has been appointed as General Manager at The Cellars-Hohenort in Cape Town. This promotion follows her previous role […] More

  • Black Friday Specials: Le Seigneur Noir Gin!

    Black Friday Deal Alert! The Le Seigneur Noir Cask Aged Gin is a sue generis rested liquor on the market, and has been developed with the expertise of renowned distillers in Cape Town. It has been mastered and distilled over years to arrive at this avenue; golden product called Le Seigneur Noir, which boasts of […] More

  • Experience Spier’s Flagship Picnics, Riverside!

    Two key ingredients make the perfect picnic: natural beauty and a variety of farm-fresh food choices. At Spier’s historic wine farm, both are in abundance. Visitors are now able to enjoy the new Riverside picnic area – a serene spot with panoramic views of the Helderberg and soothing sounds of the meandering Eerste River. Nestled […] More

  • Festive Picnics on Christmas Day at Spier Wine Farm

    Visitors to Spier Wine farm will feast on a special festive picnic basket, which is exclusively available on Christmas Day. Packed with Yuletide cheer and merry flavours, this picnic basket will ensure you and your loved ones celebrate Christmas in culinary delight under the shade of an ancient oak tree. Inside your basket you will […] More

  • The Cellars-Hohenort rolls out the Red Carpet for Year-End Functions

    The Cellars-Hohenort in Constantia (Cape Town) is raising a glass to 2021 with a range of year-end celebrations that may be booked for corporate events, as well as stylish private parties that are completely hassle-free. Currently available for reservations up to 17 December 2021, is a choice between a 3-course lunch or dinner, classic High […] More

  • AquaSky: The Benefits of ditching single-use Plastic Water Bottles

    This year’s Ocean Innovation Africa (OIA) emphasised the dire need to protect our oceans. At the rate we’re going, it is estimated that by 2050, there will be more plastic in the ocean than there are fish. The consequences of our plastic consumption could mean the end of all of us. To say South Africa […] More