Latest stories

  • Grilled Mushroom, Chicken & Papaya Salad [Recipe]

    Mushrooms are trending (yes again!!) on the health and wellness charts for 2023.  Powering the trend is the continued global shift towards eating more sustainably. With growing demand for vegan and plant-based meat alternatives is showcasing, the South African Mushroom Farmers’ Association always emphasizes that mushrooms as amongst the most desirable meat substitutes. Not only […] More

  • Portabello Onigirazu Recipe

    Mushrooms are trending (yes again!!) on the health and wellness charts for 2023.  Powering the trend is the continued global shift towards eating more sustainably. With growing demand for vegan and plant-based meat alternatives is showcasing, the South African Mushroom Farmers’ Association always emphasizes that mushrooms as amongst the most desirable meat substitutes. Not only […] More

  • The Marine Stewardship Council launches its Ocean Cookbook 2023 [FREE]

    Chefs and fishers from 18 countries unite to support sustainable seafood for healthy oceans!  The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), the ocean not-for-profit responsible for the world’s leading sustainable seafood ecolabel, has launched its highly anticipated ‘Ocean Cookbook 2023’. The free digital cookbook brings together chefs and fishers from all over the world to create a collection of healthy, delicious […] More

  • The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa continues to make History with New Clean Energy!

    Chris Schutte, General Manager at the 5-star Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa, Thesen Island in Knysna announced that at 05h00 on 1 December 2022, the Turbine switched off its generator and incoming power supply, to connect up its new Solar Power inverter. The Turbine is entering a new phase in electricity generation…it has been over […] More

  • Start the Year with a 25% Discount from One-Co to start your Health Journey

    The new year is here, and with it comes the opportunity to start fresh and make positive changes in our lives. If you’re looking to make healthy lifestyle changes in the new year, consider embarking on a juice cleanse with One-Co. Juicing is a great way to kickstart your weight loss journey and improve your […] More

  • Valentines Day Dinner 2023 on the Garden Route

    Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and what better way to celebrate love and romance than with a scenic dinner along the beautiful Garden Route. This year, top restaurants in Knysna, Mossel Bay, Plettenberg Bay, Port Elizabeth, and George are pulling out all the stops to create a truly unforgettable dining experience for couples. From candlelit […] More

  • Accommodation & Experience Packages with The Turbine Hotel & Spa

    The Turbine Hotel & Spa, located in the beautiful town of Knysna, is offering three special accommodation packages for guests looking to experience the best of what the beautiful Garden Route has to offer. These packages are valid until December 11, 2022, and include a range of amenities and activities to make your stay truly […] More

  • December Spa Special at The Turbine Hotel & Spa

    The Turbine Hotel & Spa, located in the beautiful town of Knysna, is offering a special deal on their luxurious spa treatments. Until December 10, 2022, guests can choose any two 30-minute treatments for just R599 per person. This special offer includes a range of pampering options, such as a back, neck, and shoulder massage, […] More

  • An Evening of Wine & Food at The Turbine Hotel & Spa with Wildekrans Wines

    The Turbine Hotel & Spa, located in the picturesque town of Knysna, is hosting a Food & Wine Pairing Event in partnership with Wildekrans Wines, an award-winning wine estate in the Overberg’s Bot River Valley. The event, which will take place on Thursday, December 15th at The Island Café, will offer guests the opportunity to […] More

  • Celebrate NYE with The Turbine Hotel & Spa

    The festive season … a time of good cheer… a time for celebration, relaxation and indulging in fine food…and you’ll get all this and more at the 5-star Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa. The funky boutique hotel housed in an old power station, situated on Thesen Islands, Knysna is a holiday destination that always provides an […] More