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Whisky has a rich history with its roots in Italy where the earliest records of the distillation of alcohol can be found. But the production of whisky only got refined after the lovely people of Ireland and Scotland managed to perfect the art of distillation. And thus, the modern whisky as we now it today […] More

On 27 November, for one exhilarating evening, The Blind Tiger Sessions served up a collaborative bounty of rhythms and sounds from the local legends of the SA music industry. Some of the country’s brightest and most compelling artists, led by local music great, Arno Carstens, rocked out the night at Southern Sun Waterfront in an […] More

Do you like boats? Do you like alcohol? Do you like food? Do you like to enjoy all of these things at once? Well, then it’s time that you hopped on over to webtickets and saved yourself a spot on Rock the Boat with Matt Manning. It’s a day at sea on December 13th, with […] More

This summer, The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is offering a unique and glamorous lunch option that includes an exhilarating helicopter flight to the hotel. The perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, impress a date or to present to someone special as the ultimate gift, the ‘Two Flights Experience’ lunch package includes a three […] More

It’s official! Bacon lovers, it’s time to celebrate. The One Ingredient Bacon Menu is out. It’s also time to book, because they are only have two evenings to enjoy this deliciousness.5 + 6 December will be the last One Ingredient dinner for 2014. The delicious four-course menu will be paired with the impeccable wines from Painted Wolf wines […] More

Nothing depicts the festive season like popping open a cork of delicious wine over a home-cooked Christmas meal. And, with  holiday celebrations in full stride, we here at Food Blog thought we would let you in on a little trade secret as to  where to source the best wines, champagnes, spirits and craft beers at […] More

Ice cream is just what the doctor ordered on a hot summer’s day, and what better than a wine inspired ice cream. Together with the team from Sinnful (famous for their delicious range of ice creams) Lanzerac Cellarmaster, Wynand Lategan and Lanzerac Hotel & Spa Executive Chef, Stephen Fraser developed a range of ice creams […] More

As warm days and long evenings beckon, Laborie Wine Farm in Paarl is welcoming the summer season with an exciting new selection of venues and offerings. A longstanding favourite, Harvest restaurant continues to serve up scrumptious locally-sourced and sustainable fare and Matthew Gordon’s new summer menu is the perfect excuse to spend a lazy day […] More

Kloof Street hotspot Jackal and Hide joined the Urban Brandy Cocktail Route last year, creating the coolest coupling – trendy brandy-inspired cocktails in one of Cape Town’s hippest bar settings. Sexy Science Elixirs at Jackal and Hide Conceptualised by Jackal and Hide resident mixologist, Rory McKelvie, the ‘Sexy Science Elixirs’ are a clever take on […] More

Southern Sun Waterfront’s incorporation into the Urban Brandy Cocktail Route last year was met with tremendous support and enthusiasm from both guests and locals alike. Now, this landmark venue further embraces South Africa’s iconic spirit with the recent launch of their signature brandy cocktail, The Cape Strawberry Daiquiri. Developed by celebrated mixologist, Kurt Schlechter, the […] More

Launched in honour of SA’S favourite spirit, and in response to the increasing public demand for brandy in all its guises, the Urban Brandy Cocktail Route is the ultimate experienced-based initiative. Presenting a unique way to explore and appreciate brandy against the diverse backdrop of the cosmopolitan Cape Town cityscape, the formation of the route […] More