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The nationwide quest to identify the country’s best steakhouse has come to an exciting conclusion with the announcement of the inaugural winner and 2013 Steakhouse Champion of South Africa on the 8th May – and the winner is: The Local Grill in Parktown North. Convenor JP Rossouw: “The Top Three Steakhouses were all excellent in […] More
Simonsig Estate has upped the stakes by clinching a Gold medal for its Bordeaux-style red, the Tiara 2009 at the 20th Concours Mondial de Bruxelle. Proudly wearing the crown as this family owned estate’s flagship red wine for over two decades, the Tiara 2009 competed against 8 200 wines and spirits from 50 producer countries […] More
Knock, knock. Who’s there? Headquarters (HQ) new comedy night! Wednesday 05 June 2013 the sophisticated urban hotspot will host a night of good food, good spirits and plenty of giggles. The elegant steakhouse-come-bar have made no bones about the fact they offer the best steak experience in town; and now they’ve added tickling your funny […] More
Focussing on what the Cape offers both locals and tourists, Signal Restaurant Manager Martin Drotsky, has placed a unique twist on the series: “I wanted to choose estates with real heritage, unique placement and a passion to break the mould going forward. I truly believe that all the featured estates within this series contain these elements. […] More
This May on the last Thursday of the month (30 May) like every last Thursday of every month, Keenwa are hosting their wine pairing. This time 2 wine farms from Paarl have been invited, both from Paarl: Stone Ridge & Black Pearl. Please come and join, it’s always a fun night! Directions to Keenwa 50 […] More
If you are in the mood for something a little bit different, head off to the Tjing Tjing “Exchange” on Tuesday 28 May. Designers, artists, photographers and more will collide to show off their skills, their products and take you on a creative journey like no other. There is also a stunning menu on offer […] More
Thursday, the 30th of May More food price hikes loom South Africans have been warned: brace yourselves for even more food price hikes in coming months.[read more] 5 Tips for Wine Rookies! Don’t know much about wine? Don’t fear! Here’s 5 tips for revitalizing your personal wine program or becoming a better drinker.[read more] 13-Year-Fugitive, Finally Caught […] More
If you aren’t sure yet where to watch the Champions League Final between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund , look no further than Gourmet Boerie on Kloof Street. Their usual Saturday Boerie Special will also be available: 330ml beer, a gourmet boerie + chips for only R55. Get stuck in! Directions to Gourmet Boerie Shop […] More
Skybok creates video profiles on local restaurants, theatres, coffee shops, hotels, wine estates & various points of interest. Pictures on a brochure can be misleading; but Skybok’s video presentation offers an insightful level of immersion to truly see what an establishment is all about. We will feature a few of their videos during the upcoming […] More
The Diemersfontein Pinotage on Tap, South Africa’s most anticipated wine event on the annual calendar is set to take place for the ninth year running on Saturday 12th October 2013 at Wellington’s Diemersfontein Wine Estate outside Cape Town. Diemersfontein will also bring this event to Johannesburg and Durban, on the 7th September 2013 and 21st […] More
Monday Got them soul thang going on: 2 burgers 2 craft beers R.145 How do you order each burger… 1.the shroomy nutter (mushroom + pine nut sauce) Journey out of this universe, and explore the mirage I come from. Mushroom what is that? eat it she said. Walk on clouds with these eyes. Lets talk with […] More
THE GOOD FOOD & WINE SHOW – CAPE TOWN MAY 23 TO 26 THE TASTIEST DATE ON THE SA CULINARY CALENDAR AND SHOWCASING THE LATEST GLOBAL FOOD TRENDS It’s the tastiest date on the South African foodie calendar and an event where trends are born. The new look Good Food & Wine Show kicks off […] More