Bike Forge is keeping things simple on 28 March 2026 with an event that speaks for itself: a lamb spitbraai, slow-roasted over the fire and served in a setting that leans more social than staged. Set at De Heuvel Estate on the R46, between Tulbagh and Wolseley, it is the kind of location that suits…
The Japanese Grand Prix comes with early start times, but Bike Forge makes a strong case for getting out of bed. Set at De Heuvel Estate on the R46, between Tulbagh and Wolseley, Bike Forge is turning race weekend into something more social, more relaxed, and far better fed than watching from the couch. The…
Restaurant Week, running from 27 March to 3 May, lands just after the 2026 Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Awards, where South Africa’s leading restaurants were recognised following eight months of judging. While several restaurants earned their stars this year, only a select few reached the three-star tier, reserved for scores above 90. Of those, MERTIA…
Summer is in full swing, and if your idea of a good time involves steak, wine, and roof top views, then Rick’s Café Américain in Cape Town has your Tuesday night sorted. Every Tuesday, this city favourite brings a delicious Steak Night special – and it’s not just about the meat (though yes, the steak is…
The Bistro at Brookdale Estate has earned its first Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Award when it was named among just 66 restaurants nationwide, celebrated for shaping and elevating South Africa’s culinary landscape in 2026. Set against the dramatic Drakenstein Mountains in the Paarl Winelands, the Bistro lies at the heart of the estate, guided by…
Easter approaches quietly, and before you know it a quick getaway starts sounding far more appealing than staying home. South Africans are spoilt for choice, with warm‑ocean mornings, misty mountains, wine‑route rambles, small‑town stillness and city corners that feel brand new when the crowds thin out. If you’re craving indulgence, space or simply a shift…
There’s a reason outdoor cinema keeps people coming back. It’s not just about the film—it’s the setting, the slower pace, and that shared feeling of doing something a little different with your evening. Blankets replace couches, sunsets replace opening credits, and the experience starts long before the movie does. At The Galileo, that atmosphere is…
Thousands of wellness enthusiasts, conscious consumers, foodies, and retail and foodservice buyers from South Africa, the continent and as far afield as Europe, Asia, the Middle East and more, will be treated to a three-day extravaganza of ‘better-for-you’-centred cooking, masterclasses, and next-generation wellness innovation at this year’s Good Life Show in Cape Town, the official…
It was a landmark evening for VUUR, the fire-driven dining experience that has quickly established itself as one of South Africa’s most talked-about restaurants and a rising presence on the global culinary stage. Last night, that momentum was confirmed when VUUR was ranked No. 52 in the World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants Awards – the…
Sunday lunch at Gusto Urban Italian is less about formality and more about settling in, loosening up, and eating really well. Set in a relaxed courtyard-style space, Gusto leans into that easy Italian way of dining where the table fills up quickly and no one is in a hurry to leave. On the last Sunday…
At Nitida, weddings are less about following a formula and more about creating something that feels right from the start. At Cassia Restaurant, that idea comes to life in a space designed to adapt, impress, and most importantly, celebrate. Set against a backdrop of vineyards and open skies, Cassia offers couples a choice that feels…
Easter at Nitida comes with a twist. Instead of the usual chocolate-fuelled chaos, the focus shifts to something a little more refined, and a lot more fun. On Sunday, 5 April, Nitida Cellars hosts its Adult Easter Egg Hunt, inviting guests to swap baskets for wine glasses and spend the day exploring the estate in…
