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The International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) 2017 awarded the Spier 21 Gables Pinotage 2014 with a “Gold Outstanding” medal score of 93+ at the 48th annual IWSC awards ceremony, which was held in London in September 2017. In addition, Spier proudly walked away with awards for seven other wines in the 2017 IWSC. Spier’s…
Need a shot of inspiration? Discover how a new affordable and accessible gin aimed at creative go-getters is hoping to give flight to the entrepreneurial spirit in others by tapping into the collective support of inspired and proud South Africans. There’s a new gin perched on the craft beverage tree. Sugarbird Gin is the manifestation…
South Africa’s Best White Wine is garnering even further accolades this year. Boschendal’s superlative Elgin Chardonnay 2015 has received 95 points in the prestigious Tim Atkin Report. This comprehensive guide to South African wine ranks 1400 wines from across the country, with nine of Boschendal’s wines scoring 90 points or more. The ideal vintage to…
The Rhebok Venue lends itself to any type of function with a maximum capacity of 350 guests. It includes tables, tiffany chairs, table cloths, napkins, cutlery, crockery and glassware as well as the use of a spacious reception building. You can also enquire about the delicious braai and buffet menus that are available when hosting…
Living in a place like Iceland, gives one an interesting view of the world. It’s a beautiful place, but it’s also rugged and provocative. It requires its people to live creatively and take an inventive approach. And so when it comes to making vodka, Reyka followed this path. You can see it in their unique…
Mulberry & Prince Kitchen and Bar, situated at 12 Pepper Street in Cape Town just off the trendy Bree Street strip, will now be open every Sunday from 10h00 to 14h00 for brunch. The “lazy Sunday” menu pays homage to comfort food and the restaurant’s American influences. Since opening in April 2016, Mulberry & Prince…
A touch of tradition with a twist of the Cape and a dash of glamour; the festive season is set to unfold in magical style at The Table Bay. From nutcrackers, sugarplum fairies and The Table Bay’s legendary Oscar to lavish Christmas banquets, carols by candlelight and Cape Town-inspired New Year celebrations, the experience of…
Gibson’s Gourmet Burgers & Ribs, culinary crusaders for excellence, excitement and innovation, have once again been awarded a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, and have upped their game with a fabulicious new menu, increasing their insane offerings of Gourmet Burgers and Shakes – a Burger and Milkshake Heaven indeed! The Gibson’s team strive to provide a…
Celebrate the year end in style with the One&Only at the V&A Waterfront, who is making several packages available during the latter part of 2017. There is something for everyone from afternoon teas at Vista’s for only R295 per person to a fine dining master class at Reuben’s that has just launched a brand new…
Originally from Britain, Southern Fried Chicken has opened up their first store on Long Street a few months ago. Pressure fried using steam, you’ll get much more of the flavour while the chicken stays nice and juicy. I was at Southern Fried Chicken a few weeks ago to see what they are all about. I…
The revitalised menu celebrates the synergy between the cellar and the kitchen that has long been a hallmark of the Haute Cabrière Cellar Restaurant, combining the talents of van Wyk and Muller with those of cellarmaster Takuan von Arnim. Perhaps the best reflection of this partnership is in the six-course tasting menu dubbed ‘The Marriage…
It is spring and it’s time for a few new additions to the Fairview family! This special period is referred to as kidding season and it brings a wealth of happiness to the farm, where all visitors have the opportunity to interact with the farm’s baby goats. Not only can you play with the new…
