Unless I am on holiday somewhere, hotels have always seemed felt like the place for tourists. They’re just not the first place that pops into mind when I am planning a dinner. And wrongly so. Come to think of it, we should visit hotels more often to keep them on their toes – tourists come…
The Bistro a Signal Gun is all about eating great food and enjoying a selection of our very own Signal Gun wines along with superb wines from the Durbanville Wine Valley, which is sure to satisfy all tastes. On the 21st of May 2013, Cape Wine Master Charl van Teijlingen, winemaker of Maison te Teijger, will…
Experience a drop of Paris in Cape Town where you can indulge yourself with authentic, traditional French pastries made with real chocolate, butter and imported French flour. Headed up by renowned pastry chef Patrick Moreau, Cassis Paris Patisserie delivers the real thing when it comes to French gateaux, viennoiseries and macarons. For winter, they have introduced some amazing specials starting…
Cuvée, Simonsig Estate’s signature restaurant, will have you captivated with its quirky mix of nostalgia and Cape Dutch modernism. Enjoy genuine hospitality and uncomplicated dishes with a sustainable conscience from Simosnig’s locally inspired, seasonal menu, either inside or on the terrace, with a perfect view of the majestic Simonsberg Mountain. During the winter, Cuvee are…
Gourmet Boerie cook their boeries in the traditional South African way, by steaming it first, locking in all the juices and then browning it on the grill. There are five different boeries available (traditional, lamb, chicken, beef & ostrich) while white, wholegrain & rye rolls can be chosen. 11 different gourmet boeries can be found…
Windhoek launches the ‘Made of the Right Stuff’ campaign, featuring Sibusiso Vilane and further inspiring locals Beer brand Windhoek has launched a new brand campaign, focusing on men who are ‘Made of the Right Stuff’. The first ambassador for this campaign is mountaineer Sibusiso Vilane, who will feature in the first of a series of…
Many people go to certain restaurants for a certain thing. The amazing breakfast place. The one with perfect pizza. The place for ribs. The place for fish and chips. You always know what the safe menu-bet may be. From my very fancy and super accurate experiments where I asked about 6 people what they thought…
Laborie Wine Estate is currently running a special on the Lazy Days Wines: Buy 5 bottles and receive one complimentary bottle of wine for free. We have added more information about each wine below and you can order your selection on the Laborie website. Lazy Days Chenin Blanc 2012 The 2012 vintage was off to…
It’s a Soul House – enrich your body and mind with a memorable supper experience! It’s time to spoil your soul. Come and join us for an evening filled with joy, delicious soul bites and stunning soul music. This supper event will make you appreciate the sunny side of winter. We joined forces with the very special and creative venue, it’s…
Experience a drop of Paris in Cape Town where you can indulge yourself with authentic, traditional French pastries made with real chocolate, butter and imported French flour. Headed up by renowned pastry chef Patrick Moreau, Cassis Paris Patisserie delivers the real thing when it comes to French gateaux, viennoiseries and macarons. Fit for the winter season, Cassis Paris…
The legendary Moulin Rouge – home of night time treasures where the wealthy came to cavort with beautiful courtesans and exotic dancers – has fallen to ruin. Harry Zietler, former master of the Moulin Rouge has at last found another investor who has promised to restore the kingdom of pleasures to its former glory. That…
Thursday, The 16th of May Chilli leaves would-be robber red-faced A quick-thinking worker at a takeaway food store in Sydney has stopped an attempted robbery by throwing a bucket of chilli at a would-be thief, leaving him with minor burns, Australian police said on Monday. [read more] Does Wine have too much Alcohol? Do those…
