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What do you get when you take indigenous ingredients and match them with stories of who first used them, how and why, and then pair them with top-rated wines shaped by the nearby ocean? That’s the question Michelle Theron, new in-house head of gastronomy at Vergenoegd Löw, asked on joining the luxury Stellenbosch wine estate….
For winemaker Danelle Conradie, life, much like Cap Classique, is about balance, enduring patience, and unwavering focus. With nearly 30 years of experience, locally and abroad, she brings a mix of meticulous detailing, deep knowledge and creative energy to Christina Cap Classique, the apex collection of Van Loveren Family Vineyards in Robertson. Danelle’s story is…
South Africa offers an incredibly diverse dining landscape with international franchises, upmarket, glitzy venues and comfortable little eateries in all its major cities and towns and outside of its cities you’ll find the country is brimming with hidden gems in quaint villages, seaside towns and other out of the way places. Here are nine South…
At Gusto Urban Italian, steak isn’t just another menu item. It’s the main event. The Bistecca alla Fiorentina brings a classic Tuscan experience to the table, built around a 1.2kg aged T-bone that’s grilled with confidence and served simply. No fuss, no unnecessary extras. Just a quality cut, cooked as it should be. Designed for…
Families and friends are invited to gather around the table this Easter for a relaxed and generous lunch at Groot Phesantekraal on Sunday, 5 April. Set in the valley of Durbanville, the Easter Sunday lunch promises a seasonal celebration of comforting flavours, heritage ingredients and warm hospitality. Served from 12:00 to 15:30 at R550 per…
For an outstanding fifth consecutive year, DGB, one of South Africa’s leading independent wine and spirits producers, has been awarded the coveted title of Best Producer South Africa at the Mundus Vini Spring Tasting 2026. Adding to the achievement, the company has also been honoured as Best Producer South Africa Over the Past 25 Years,…
For food entrepreneurs ready to take their business to the next level, Makers Landing offers more than just a kitchen — it offers a launchpad. Located in the V&A Waterfront, Makers Landing is home to a growing community of chefs, producers and food innovators who are building market-ready brands using the space’s shared production kitchens….
For chefs, creatives and brands with a dining concept waiting to happen, The Residency at Makers Landing offers the perfect stage. Located within Cape Town’s vibrant Makers Landing food hub, this dedicated pop-up restaurant space is designed for hosts who want to create something memorable around the table. Whether it’s a chef takeover, tasting menu,…
Some celebrations deserve a setting just as special as the occasion itself — and La Paris Estate in Franschhoek offers exactly that. Tucked among lush greenery and vineyards, the estate’s private herb garden provides a charming and intimate space for gatherings that feel both elegant and relaxed. It’s the kind of setting where long tables,…
Mornings on Bree Street are best enjoyed slowly, preferably with a good coffee in hand — and Villa 47 has the perfect way to start the day. Serving breakfast Monday to Friday from 7:00 to 11:30 and Saturdays from 8:30 to 13:00, the popular Italian-inspired eatery offers everything from quick morning bites to relaxed late-morning…
You know how every avo season we tell South Africans consumers to add an avo to their meals at any time of day? Well, this year, as we officially launch avo season 2026, we thought we’d tell consumers all the seriously good reasons why they should listen to us! The little treat culture Avocado, why?…
As winter settles over the Stellenbosch winelands, Clos Malverne invites couples to slow down and savour the season with a thoughtfully curated Winter Lifestyle Package. Running from 1 April to 30 September 2026, the two-night getaway offers the perfect combination of comfort, fine wine and spa indulgence — all set against the estate’s sweeping vineyard…
