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  • The Sanctuary’s Robberg Seafood Platter: Love at First Bite (and Possibly a Fork Fight)

    If you believe seafood is best enjoyed with someone else—and maybe just a touch of competitive spirit—then The Sanctuary’s Robberg Seafood Platter is calling your name. For R800, this feast-for-two is a coastal dream come true. It’s piled high with grilled crayfish, garlic butter prawns, tender calamari tubes, crispy squid heads, and half-shell mussels lounging […] More

  • Wine, Style & a Whole Lot of Wow: De Grendel’s Chic Mother’s Day Hamper Is Here

    If your mom loves good wine and timeless style (and really, who doesn’t?), De Grendel’s got your Mother’s Day gift sorted—and it’s as classy as she is. This year, De Grendel has teamed up with none other than Jenny le Roux—fashion icon, trailblazer, and all-around fabulous human—to curate a limited-edition 6-bottle wine box that’s basically […] More

  • GrandWest Star shines brightest of all: Property’s Marketing Manager recognised as the Group’s most outstanding Executive!

    The Sun International Group has named GrandWest’s Marketing Manager, Nikki Botha, as their Sun Star Executive for 2024. The employee recognition programme was first introduced in 2022 to honour employees who consistently go above and beyond expectations. The hospitality and entertainment industry is demanding and fast-paced, requiring enormous energy, endurance, enthusiasm and a genuine love […] More

  • Makers Landing Serves Up Fresh Talent with 2024 Incubator Graduates

    Eight dynamic local food businesses have successfully graduated from the 2024 Makers Landing Incubator Programme! The V&A Waterfront is proud to announce the graduation of eight local food entrepreneurs from the 2024 Makers Landing Incubator Programme. This marks the fifth cohort to complete the intensive year-long programme, which is designed to equip early-stage food businesses […] More

  • Quiche and Wine: A Sensory Wine Pairing at Benguela Cove

    If you’re the kind of person who thinks wine tasting should come with a side of delicious food and a touch of adventure, Benguela Cove has something right up your vineyard-lined alley. This year, Benguela Cove Lagoon Estate invites you to dive into a 12-month flavour journey with their exclusive themed wine pairing experience — […] More

  • Spice up your Mother’s Day Brunch with Mamba Mary Bloody Mary Mix

    Sure, flowers are lovely and breakfast in bed is cute—but if you really want to impress Mom this Mother’s Day, serve her a Bloody Mary with backbone. Say hello to Mamba Mary: Cape Town’s bold, handcrafted Bloody Mary mix that’s here to turn your family brunch into a full-flavoured celebration. Created by private-chef-turned-spice-queen Michelle Hilton, […] More

  • Baskets, Bubbles & a View: Picnicking at Benguela Cove Just Got an Upgrade

    If you’ve ever fantasized about the perfect picnic — think lush vineyard views, artisan nibbles, and a chilled bottle of wine ready to pour — Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate has turned the dream into a very real, very delicious outing. Their signature picnic basket (R750 without wine or R900 with wine) is designed for […] More

  • Vondi’s Just Dropped a NEW Grain-Free Dog Food — and It’s a Game-Changer

    Dog parents, brace yourselves. Vondi’s Holistic Pet Nutrition has just rolled out a brand-new, grain-free frozen food — and it’s got tails wagging all over town. Packed with premium ingredients like ostrich meat, pumpkin, sweet potato, spinach, and a drizzle of cold-pressed olive oil, this isn’t just another dog dinner. It’s a nutrient-rich, tummy-friendly feast […] More

  • Food for the Senses: Future Found Sanctuary Welcomes Acclaimed Chef Malika van Reenen as Executive Chef

    Future Found Sanctuary, a private luxury boutique hotel located on the slopes of Table Mountain in Cape Town, is proud to announce the appointment of Malika van Reenen as Executive Chef. A highly respected figure in South Africa’s culinary landscape, Malika brings almost three decades of experience across leading hotels, restaurants, and remote luxury lodges […] More