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Backsberg Family Wines is proud to introduce its latest culinary experience, Braai with Backsberg, launching on Saturday, 6 December at the estate’s picturesque Franschhoek tasting room. Hosted every Saturday throughout summer, this immersive experience pays tribute to the heart of South African living—celebrating the simple pleasures of good food and fine wine, enjoyed against a…
The strategic alliance aims to elevate S.Pellegrino’s premium lifestyle positioning, expand engagement with younger audiences and enhance its global brand offering. S.Pellegrino, the iconic sparkling mineral water brand, today announces a long-term global partnership with Ferrari, underscoring a joint interest in promoting their common values: Italian heritage and culture, craft, and the drive to excellence. Under…
As the festive season approaches, Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa invites guests to embrace the magic of the holidays. Set in the heart of the Helderberg, an enviable location for rest and relaxation in the celebrated Cape Winelands, this countryside retreat offers a serene escape far from the crowds. Here, guests can unwind with spectacular…
Award-winning Bot River wine estate introduces after-dark entertainment perfect for families, couples, and groups this summer season. Benguela Cove Wine Estate is transforming Friday and Saturday evenings this summer with the launch of Night Golf, an illuminated adventure golf experience set against the backdrop of one of the Cape’s most picturesque wine estates. Running every…
There are holiday gifts… and then there’s the holiday gift — the kind that instantly earns you legendary status at family gatherings, friend meet-ups, and Christmas lunches. This year, Jordan Wine Estate has delivered exactly that with their Christmas Picnic Edition: a curated case that practically glows with festive charm, picnic-perfect style, and award-winning flavour….
At Vergenoegd Löw, time moves differently. Set just outside Stellenbosch, where the vineyards stretch toward the Atlantic, the estate exudes a rare silence, tranquillity, and privacy, a refuge where heritage, nature, and thoughtful design meet in quiet harmony. Now, this storied property is preparing to unveil a new gastronomic era under the direction of talented…
Ah, Christmas. That magical time of year when fairy lights go up, Mariah Carey makes her annual comeback, and suddenly everyone expects thoughtful, beautifully wrapped gifts — preferably ones that don’t look panic-bought on Christmas Eve. Whether you’re shopping for a foodie, a host-with-the-most, a friend who already has everything, or just trying to tick…
Tucked into the vivid streets of Bo-Kaap, DOS-TEA Café has become a city hideaway where flavour, ritual, and connection meet. It’s a place that feels instantly familiar — where trays of koe’sisters, pastel-glazed cakes, and jewel-bright pastries tempt alongside soft-serve ice cream, handcrafted teas, and warm conversation. Inside, quiet meetings unfold over light lunches, travellers…
There are few things in life as satisfying as a perfectly timed tackle… except, perhaps, a perfectly baked pizza. Luckily for Tulbagh locals, The Bike Forge is delivering both this weekend — one on the screen, and one on the plate. This Saturday at 17:10, the proudly South African hangout spot is turning into rugby…
Avontuur Estate proudly announces the launch of its newly upgraded Cellar Door. Experience the thoughtfully redesigned space that offers a bright, welcoming atmosphere. This refreshed wine boutique blends contemporary style with seamless indoor–outdoor flow, creating a relaxed and memorable experience for every visitor. With seating for up to 70 guests, the new tasting room is…
ALERT: Use code: FOODBLOG10 to get 10% off General Admission tickets for Cape Town Cocktail Week on Quicket and enjoy signature cocktails for only R50 at top bars. Cape Town Cocktail Week has officially turned the city into a playground for cocktail lovers — and one of the hottest stops on the festival map is none other than…
If Cape Town needed another excuse to head up Kloof Street for a delicious nibble and a glass of something cold, The Sanctuary Restaurant has delivered it on a golden platter—literally. Their brand-new South African Tapas Menu is a flavour-packed ode to comfort food, local favourites, and the kind of small plates that somehow make…
