Simonsig Estate has been ranked amongst South Africa’s top wine producers with three wines listed in the 2013 Top 100 SA Wines. Simonsig Cuvée Royale 2007 is one of only three Méthode Cap Classique wines to make the cut this year with two Simonsig red wines, the acclaimed Simonsig Red Hill Pinotage 2009 and Merindol…
Cuvee Restaurant and Simonsig Wine Estate are challenging you to share your most unique chocolate dessert recipe by posting it on any of their social media accounts or e-mailing them a few pictures along with the recipe. You stand the chance to win a case of Cuvee Royale MCC and Eric Lanlard’s new book Chocolat….
Thursday, the 18th of April Thieves Swipe 5 Tons Of Nutella Police said Monday an unknown number of culprits made off with 5 metric tons (5.5 tons) of Nutella chocolate-hazelnut spread from a parked trailer in the central German town of Bad Hersfeld over the weekend. [read more] How Much Would It Take For You…
I’m OBSESSED with a good ol’ fashioned Bloody Mary. I’d bath in them. I’d take them on walks on the promenade. I’d go to the movies with them and hold their hand. I also don’t have a sweet tooth, so a fiery, sharp and savoury drink is right up my alley. For these very reasons…
Pigalle is Cape Town’s only true supper club where patrons can spend the whole evening from sunset cocktails to all-night entertainment after dinner.They offer a delicious variety of foods to suit all palates, a range of fine wines and a selection of bands to top off your night with some entertainment and dancing. They are…
The Signal Restaurant offers creative Cape cuisine that’s fresh and inventive. Led by Executive Chef, Malika van Reenen, Signal Restaurant draws on influences from the many nationalities and customs that have shaped this region since being settled in 1652; namely Dutch and British settlers, French Huguenots, Asian traders and African cultures. With Taste of Cape…
Sleek, seductive and bravely beautiful, the red Viva Vodka bottle is a standout on shelf and a bold embodiment of expression that perfectly befits the launch of South Africa’s first super-premium vodka. Reflecting the challenging, confident nature of the product, the bottle’s striking silhouette (with the icon of Africa placed front and centre) packs a…
Thursday, the 11th of April An entire sculpture made of Rice The life size sculpture above is actually created not using using stone but rice. 100 pounds of rice to be precise. [read more] A topless beer can on market in America There’s something different about a new can from Sly Fox Brewing Company. Where…
Olyfberg and the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) joined hands in the battle against cancer. Olyfberg are going to donate R2 to cancer research for every litre of their Extra Virgin Olive Oil sold. Be on the lookout for the CANSA Smart Choice sticker on the Olyfberg Extra Virgin Olive Oil bottles. The estate Olyfberg…
The 20th international competition of the World’s best Chardonnay wines, Chardonnay du Monde has just come to an end. Simonsig are proud to announce that their Chardonnay 2012 was awarded a beautiful silver medal this year, maintaining it’s award winning standards as with the 2010; 2008;2007 and 2005 vintage. Competing against a large concentration of…
Stir Crazy Cooking School offers a range of cooking courses specifically designed to appeal to cooks of all abilities – from complete novices to experienced chefs alike. Each cooking course is undertaken in a relaxed and informal environment, but with clear emphasis on superb quality and practical advice. Our classes are intimate and interactive and…
Friday, the 5th of April Avoid These Morning Breakfast Mistakes In my years working with patients, I’ve found that for some people with good intentions, there seems to be a disconnect with what they consider a healthy breakfast. [read more] Mediterranean Diet Could Decrease Costs Not only can eating a Mediterranean diet lower your risk…
