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The first ever SA Vodka Festival and Lifestyle Experience will be held at The Lookout, V&A Waterfront from 30 October – 1 November 2013. They are called “Generation Y”! The fast-paced, fast spoken, technological generation that often lets its clothes cars, friends and even drinks define them. This is exactly the demographic that the SA…
Simonsig had the Midas touch at the 2013 International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) with no less than four Gold medals from this prestigious competition in the United Kingdom. With a history spanning four decades as South Africa’s first bottle fermented sparkling wine, Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel 2009 was one of only two Méthode Cap Classique…
Two-storey windows, chic interiors, the Cape Town city skyline, Table Mountain, and the pièce de résistance, our three meter genuine Swarovski crystal chandelier. This is CinCin – synonymous with elegance and ambience. Guests at CinCin Restaurant can look forward to enjoying our exceptional cuisine, genuine hospitality and superb service. Our executive team of chefs’ have vast…
Rhebokskloof Wine Estate, part of the Paarl wine route, nestles between two valleys at the foot of the majestic Paarl Mountain, just 45 minutes from the city of Cape Town. The natural beauty of the area is further complemented by the perfect positioning of our heritage buildings. With its rolling lawns, tranquil lakes, willow trees and hectare…
Balducci’s at the V&A Waterfront aim to provide a memorable experience by redefining the essence of good, real food. Staying true to their philosophy, they are inviting you to their Sundowner sessions with Rene “The Frenchman” every Wednesday from 16h00 – 21h00 for chilled music and great specials. Moet & Chandon Champaigne is available at R399 per…
Wine Tourism South Africa announced that its second annual Klink Wine Tourism Awards – a benchmark of the public’s favourite things to do in the Winelands – is now open for voting. The awards, a first in its category, encourages wine-lovers, their families and friends to discover the wealth of activities and experiences beyond the cellar…
Treat yourself to words, wine and wonderful food at Grande Roche Hotel’s Culinary Innovations in Paarl on 27 September in the company of award-winning novelist, journalist, scriptwriter and documentary maker, Lauren Beukes. Lauren won the Arthur C Clarke Award for her novel Zoo City and her latest novel, The Shining Girls was named one of…
Come sip, sample and discover Wellington’s ten best wines and best spirits on the 4th of September at Tsogo Sun Waterfront. You will also find specific varietals and blends which will be presented in pods with the winemakers in attendance. The event starts at 16h00 and tickets are available from Computicket for R60.
Join Sterhuis at Headquarters (HQ) on Saturday, 28 September 2013 for an evening devoted to sublime cuisine paired with superlative wines: Cellar Dwellers at HQ. Come the date of the event, join us for an indulgent night at the iconic steakhouse and bar located in Cape Town’s historic Heritage Square. The interior is sophisticated and…
The Tasting Menu at La Mouette changes monthly. They have recently introduced their Early Spring Tasting Menu which includes six courses for R185 or R320 when paired with wines. Groups of all sizes are welcome. Tasting Menu Snack Salty crisps, ‘cocktail’ espuma, sweet corn arancini _______ Green pea soup Goats cheese, confit onion, mint…
Enjoy a special menu at Caffe Villagio put together especially for the Spingbok rugby game on Saturday, the 7th of September while free biltong, droeworse and chilli dips are also available. On the menu are various dishes at great value for only R45 each: Chicken Schnitzel, Chicken Pie, Pita Gyros, and selected burgers! Book your…
Due to bad weather conditions the much anticipated Battle of the Braai Competition at Durbanville Racecourse has been postponed to Saturday 19 October. The competition however is expected to be a hotly contested cook-off as organisers continue to receive an overwhelming number of entries. Everyone is free to enter with no entrance fee required! With…
