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  • Chocolate & Wine Pairing: The Science Behind the Perfect Match at Benguela Cove

    Discover why the chocolate and wine pairing experience at Benguela Cove has become legendary among visitors to one of the world’s best vineyards. There is something magical that happens when exceptional chocolate meets perfectly crafted wine. At Benguela Cove, the chocolate and wine pairing experience has become the most requested offering – and for good reason. […] More

  • The Art of the Balanced Pour with Benguela Cove: Why January is for Mindful Indulgence

    January often arrives with a heavy side of “restriction.” We’re told to cut back, start over, and clear out the cellar. But at Benguela Cove, we’re challenging the idea that wellness and wine are mutually exclusive. Why choose between your goals and your glass when you can have both? Elevated by Nature, Not Just Intention […] More

  • From Oysters to Crayfish: Inside Upper Quay’s new Seasonal Menu

    Set right on the water at the V&A Waterfront, Upper Quay is the kind of place where time slows down just enough to enjoy a long lunch, a celebratory dinner, or a “let’s order one more dish” kind of evening. Its à la carte menu leans into refined comfort, showcasing local seafood, premium cuts, and […] More

  • A Hidden Table for Unforgettable Evenings at Wilde Vy Bistro

    Some dining experiences ask you to slow down the moment you arrive. The Private Cellar at Wilde Vy Bistro does exactly that, quietly inviting guests to step away from the everyday and into a space designed for truly special occasions. Hidden beneath the bistro, the Private Cellar is a secluded, subterranean dining room centred around […] More

  • InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town: A Timeless Reimagining of Elegance

    A new era of curated luxury is about to unfold at Cape Town’s most storied waterfront address. Within the next few weeks, the InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town will welcome guests, ushering in a revitalised chapter for one of the city’s most beloved landmarks. First opened by former President Nelson Mandela in 1997, the property […] More

  • Here is your Ultimate Guide to Wine Tasting at Benguela Cove

    Experience one of the world’s best vineyards with a comprehensive guide to making the most of your visit to Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate.  When you visit Benguela Cove, you’re not just visiting any wine estate – you’re experiencing one of the world’s best vineyards, with the unique distinction of being South Africa’s only ocean-facing vineyard. Located just one hour from […] More

  • One Stop, Many Reasons: Eating and Riding at The Bike Forge

    Some weekends are about slowing down. Others are about firing things up. At The Bike Forge, the two come together in the best possible way to bring you a special experience. Set just outside Tulbagh and within easy reach of Cape Town, The Bike Forge has quietly become a favourite weekend destination for food lovers, […] More

  • A Starry-Night Escape: Why The Bike Forge Is the Getaway You Didn’t Know You Needed

    Sometimes the best food moments don’t happen in restaurants. They happen around a fire, with a simple meal, good company, and a sky full of stars overhead. That’s exactly the kind of experience waiting at The Bike Forge, a laid-back camping and glamping escape just one hour from Cape Town. Tucked into the countryside near […] More

  • The Wine Harvest Commemorative Event Marks the Start of South Africa’s Harvest Season

    The 2026 Wine Harvest Commemorative Event returns on Thursday, 5 February2026, inviting the public to experience one of the most meaningful traditions in South African wine. Hosted at Groot Constantia, South Africa’s oldest wine-producing farm, the evening marks an important national milestone: 367years since the first recorded wine was made from Cape grapes on 2February […] More

  • A Taste of Summer, the Italian Way: Filini launches its new Seasonal Menu

    Cape Town summer has a rhythm of its own. Long days, warm evenings, and an easy pace that invites lingering over good food. Filini Restaurant is leaning into that seasonal mood with the launch of its new Filini Summer Menu, bringing a fresh slice of Italy right into the heart of the city. [full menu] […] More

  • Discover South Africa’s Wild West Coast!

    If you love road trips that lead you through wide-open landscapes, friendly little towns, and stretches of wild coastline where you can explore at your own pace, then you’ll find everything you’re looking for on South Africa’s West Coast Way. Stretching north, just 20 minutes from Cape Town, the Cape West Coast follows the Atlantic […] More

  • DGB Wins the Ethical Award at The Drinks Business Green Awards for Travelling Classrooms

    DGB has been named The Ethical Award Winner at the 2025 The Drinks Business Green Awards for its Travelling Classrooms a DGB Charitable Trust initiative, announced on 2 December 2025 at Home House, London. This international accolade recognises the company’s deep commitment to uplifting the communities in which it works and setting a benchmark for […] More