Avo Up Your Heritage Month! As we celebrate Heritage Month, the home-grown South African avocado deserves a place at the heart of the celebrations, especially on Heritage Day, or Braai Day, when friends and family come together around the fire to enjoy good food and each other’s company. From bunny chow and bobotie to chakalaka, […] More
Avo Up Your Heritage Month! As we celebrate Heritage Month, the home-grown South African avocado deserves a place at the heart of the celebrations, especially on Heritage Day, or Braai Day, when friends and family come together around the fire to enjoy good food and each other’s company. From bunny chow and bobotie to chakalaka, […] More
Avo Up Your Heritage Month! As we celebrate Heritage Month, the home-grown South African avocado deserves a place at the heart of the celebrations, especially on Heritage Day, or Braai Day, when friends and family come together around the fire to enjoy good food and each other’s company. From bunny chow and bobotie to chakalaka, […] More
Groot Phesantekraal celebrates Cap Classique Month with a fresh, savoury take on the classic spritz. As South Africa welcomes the first days of spring and Cap Classique Month gets into full swing, Groot Phesantekraal is inviting wine lovers to raise a glass to the season with a cocktail made for long afternoons, generous tables and […] More
Winter has a way of slowing life down. The days are shorter, mornings are colder, and suddenly comfort becomes less of a luxury and more of a necessity. During the colder months, avocados are the perfect addition to seasonal favourites, bringing creamy texture and wholesome flavour to meals that warm both body and soul. Fortunately […] More
This winter, Groot Phesantekraal invites guests to discover wine through a fresh lens with The Oubaas, the featured drink for July and part of the farm’s recently launched collection of signature wine cocktails developed in collaboration with flavour innovator Julian Short, better known as The Flavourist. Available throughout July at the restaurant, The Oubaas is […] More
From first bites to teenage lunches, avocados are one of those rare foods that truly work for the whole family. Creamy, versatile and packed with goodness, avos can easily be enjoyed at every stage of life, from babies learning to eat solids to active teens needing fuel for busy days. For parents, avos are an […] More
The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially on, and once again South Africa and Mexico will face off in the opening match, just like they did back in 2010. So, whether you’re hosting a full-on watch party or simply shouting at the TV from the couch, it’s time to get your match-day […] More
The daily question of “What’s for supper?” can feel like one challenge too many in an already packed schedule. Between school runs, work deadlines, after-school activities and everything in between, finding the time, and inspiration, to create exciting meals every day isn’t always easy. But here’s a simple solution: add an avo every day. From […] More
Avocado, why? Because avos deliver powerful health and nutritional benefits that support everyday wellbeing and athletic performance. Whether you’re clocking up kilometres on foot or wheels, your body needs the right fuel to perform at its best. Avocado, why? Because avos are rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats that provide slow-release energy. These good fats help […] More
Avo season 2026 has officially arrived, and there are plenty of reasons to enjoy this creamy favourite with every meal. From breakfast to dessert, avocados add a simple touch of everyday luxury. One of the big consumer trends this year is “Treatonomics” – the idea of indulging in small, affordable treats during challenging economic times. […] More
Avo season 2026 has officially arrived, and there are plenty of reasons to enjoy this creamy favourite with every meal. From breakfast to dessert, avocados add a simple touch of everyday luxury. One of the big consumer trends this year is “Treatonomics” – the idea of indulging in small, affordable treats during challenging economic times. […] More