Food News from around the World
Summary: Eat out the Box has launched its Bok Snack Platter today, on 4 September 2026, giving rugby fans a shareable match-day spread packed with six tender chicken pieces, six crispy chilli poppers, golden chips and three dipping sauces. The platter is designed for sharing, with Chimichurri Mayo, Prego Mayo, Hot Honey Mustard and Tangy Ranch…
Trail running asks more of a watch than road running ever will. Routes twist through tree cover and kloofs where signals struggle; efforts spike on climbs and plummet on descents; runs stretch long enough that battery life becomes a genuine safety consideration rather than a convenience. The GT 7 smartwatch answers these demands with accurate…
Summary: Simon’s Restaurant at Groot Constantia is welcoming picnic season with relaxed afternoons under the willow trees in Constantia. Guests can choose from Standard, Vegetarian, Halaal or Kiddies picnic baskets, with single and double options available. Blankets are provided, while bubbles can be ordered separately. No picnic prices or booking link were supplied. Picnic weather and…
Summary: Bertha’s Restaurant offers an easy-going family dining experience by the harbour, with views for the grown-ups, a dedicated kiddies menu and a play area for younger guests. Families can settle in for a relaxed meal while children enjoy their own menu and space to play. Family meals tend to go a lot better when everyone…
Summary: Nederburg in the Cape Winelands is inviting companies and groups to plan year-end functions with a little more personality. Options include relaxed picnics on the lawns, private lunches in the historic Manor House and elegant long-table celebrations with canapés and Cap Classique. Year-end functions have a habit of looking suspiciously similar from one December to…
Summary: 96 Winery Road in the Stellenbosch Winelands is putting the spotlight on its legendary Winery Road Ice Cream, a rich and indulgent signature dessert that has built its reputation one spoonful at a time. Dessert deserves its own moment, and sharing is entirely optional. There are restaurant dishes people order because they sound good, and…
Summary: Quay Four at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town is screening the Springboks vs All Blacks game on Saturday, 5 September 2026. Kick-off is at 17:00, with the game shown on big screens and harbour views setting the scene. It’s the perfect occasion to try their combo specials. Few rugby fixtures need much introduction, and…
Durbanville Hills has reached a new milestone on the international wine stage, earning its first-ever 95-point score from acclaimed Master of Wine and international wine critic Tim Atkin MW. The accolade was awarded to the 2024 The Tangram White, a Sauvignon Blanc-led blend with a touch of Semillon, in Atkin’s 2026 South Africa Special Report,…
The wines of Brookdale Estate have once again commanded attention in Master of Wine Tim Atkin’s annual South Africa Special Report. Leading the charge is the newly released 2025 Brookdale Grenache Noir, which earned an impressive 95 points in its maiden vintage as a vibrant expression of Paarl Grenache, combining aromatic intensity with freshness, savoury…
Summary: Restaurant Week South Africa returns from 25 September to 1 November 2026, with more than 200 restaurants across Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, the Winelands and Durban preparing exclusive Restaurant Week menus and dining experiences. VIP reservations open on 14 September, giving early access to the full restaurant line-up, menus and tables before wider reservations begin….
Summary: Clos Malverne in Stellenbosch has refreshed its popular ice cream and wine pairing for the new season, introducing four playful flavour combinations matched with selected estate wines. The tasting includes Chenin Blanc with Citrus & Fennel Ice Cream, Chardonnay with Pumpkin, Ginger & Dukkah Ice Cream, Auret with Pea & Bacon Ice Cream, and Le…
Summary: Bike Forge at De Heuvel Estate on the R46 between Tulbagh and Wolseley is screening Springboks vs All Blacks live on Saturday, 5 September 2026, with kick-off at 17:10. Supporters can enjoy 10% off all pizzas during the game, selected-beer Happy Hour from 16:00 to 17:00, and enter a Springbok dress-up competition with a hamper…
