Marvin

Founder of FoodBlogSA Media. B.Bus.Sc. - Marketing; M.Bus.Sc- Tourism. A career in destination marketing was calling but then my passion for food took over. Welcome to our restaurant marketing platform.

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  • Simonsig Gewürztraminer

    Simonsig is back in vogue with their Gewürztraminer as more and more top dining establishments are jumping on board the current sweet wine dominated, world wide trend this season. Simonsig Gewürztraminer 2012, enjoyed as a sundowner or fireside tipple or served as a dessert wine at dinner parties, is a versatile naturally sweet wine with […] More

  • Discover Delicious at the V&A Waterfront

    Eat, shoot, share and win As inclined as you may be to seek warmth under the covers in cold, wet weather, the V&A Waterfront tempts you with 65 different winter specials, which are reason enough to venture out and discover delicious. The Waterfront is a much loved destination for local and international visitors. With more […] More

  • FoodBlogCT News Week 25 2013

    Friday, the 21st of June SA: Pupil ‘forced to eat off floor’ A primary school boy was allegedly forced to eat food from the floor as punishment for being late for class at a Gauteng school. [read more] The champagne and expensive liquor market is booming in Africa. With its rows of wooden shacks selling […] More

  • Snacks at HQ

    HQ restaurant, on Heritage Square in the city centre, is loosely based on the famous Parisian restaurant, L’Entrecote, in its homage to meat. They do however, have a snack menu and server great cocktails at the bar. Directions to HQ 100 Shortmarket Street Cape Town 8000 Phone: 021 424 6373 More

  • June Specials 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. During the month of […] More

  • Wine and Dine evening with Keenwa in June

    As always, Keenwa are preparing to host another wine & dine evening on the last Thursday of the month. This month, they have invited Stellenbosch Hills to pair wine with authentic Peruvian cuisine. The wine & dine event will be happening on the 27th of June at 19h00 and limited seating is available. Booking is […] More

  • The Urban Brandy Cocktail Route Expands

    Following the successful launch of Cape Town’s Urban Brandy Cocktail Route earlier this year, a further 5 establishments have now been added to the route line-up. The recent expansion of this popular route means that visitors are now able to enjoy unique brandy cocktail creations at ten diverse venues across Cape Town. A further ten […] More

  • Rolling Stone gets “Kraken” with RockStarter Competition for local music artists

    April 2013 saw the launch of an amazing 5-month competition put together by Rolling Stone magazine in partnership with The Kraken Black Spiced Rum. The three-phased competition encourages up-and-coming local bands and solo performers to ‘make rock real’ by establishing themselves on the SA rock scene and embracing various aspects of their own representation. The […] More

  • Famous Grouse Month at Barristers

    Barristers has always been a favourite meeting spot in the Southern Suburbs and is one of the grand old restaurants of Cape Town. Situated in the heart of Newlands Village, the restaurant continues to provide warmth, friendship and good cheer. Whether for a casual glass of wine, a great meal or simply a warm and […] More

  • Current GroupOn Restaurant Promotions

    GroupOn always have lots of restaurant specials on their website offering great discounts and good value for money. During the winter season, even more restaurants are offering dinner specials also making use of GroupOn.  They contacted us last week and have given us a R750 voucher which we will be giving away to one lucky winner. You […] More

  • FoodBlogCT News Week 24 2013

    Thursday, the 13th of June Russians thirsty for South African wines South African Wine Industry Statistics (Sawis) shows a dramatic increase in sales of South African wine to Russia, from 11,5-million litres in the 2011/2012 financial year to 40,5-million in the 2012/2013 financial year. [read more] Nicki Minaj Gets Set To Revolutionize the Wine Industry […] More

  • June Tasting Menu at La Mouette

    La Mouette is situated in 78 Regent Road Sea Point and housed in a grand Tudor-style house. Its’ menu offers patrons modern French cuisine with a distinctly Mediterranean influence complimented by top South African wines. Famous for their innovative tasting menus that change every few month, it is time for another change. From the 6th of June their […] More