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  • Sizzling sticky hot wings with Spier

    Sticky chicken wings are one of South Africa’s best loved snacks. When having friends or family over, you can’t go wrong with presenting a platter full of wings alongside a mouth-watering blue cheese dip! The only way to get the chicken wings really glossy and sticky is to re-glaze them a few times while cooking. […] More

  • Getting cheesy, chocolatey, and fruity with Hirsch’s Homestore

    Over the last two weeks, we’ve had the joy of partnering with Hirsch’s Homestore to trial a few of their products. They challenged us to showcase what their LG Microwave, Bosch Juicer and Russel Hobbs Slow Cooker were all about. Oozy, boozy choc-banana koek in the LG NeoChef microwave. The 25l LG NeoChef Microwave is a […] More

  • Transform a Coco Loco into a Monkey Colada

    Sipping on plain water is definitely refreshing, but not nearly as delectable as sipping on coconut water. Switch your signature drink for a refreshing summer sipper with Monkey Shoulder’s Monkey Colada. Coco Loco is a Colombian coconut cocktail originally made popular on the Caribbean coast. Monkey Shoulder Scotch whisky turns the tradition upside down by […] More

  • A landmark so true, thanks to Tullamore D.E.W.

    When it comes to Tullamore D.E.W’s distillery, the story is more thrilling than most whiskey manufacturing myths and tales. Up until the mid-1950’s, Irish whiskey was distilled in Tullamore – a market town in the Irish Midlands. Known the world over for its smooth and gentle complexity, Tullamore D.E.W., the original triple distilled, triple blend […] More

  • Back yourself up with a Hendrick’s Gin Buck

    Oh what a time to be alive! How lucky we are that it’s socially acceptable to have a summery gin beverage before five o’clock! Those unfortunate souls that live on planets without such privileges have miserable luck… The Buck stops here. When the sun is scorching hot, chances are you’ll want nothing more than a […] More

  • Let the chirping begin with Monkey Shoulder’s Blackbird

    If you’re looking for a chirpy summer cocktail, look no further! It doesn’t get more cheerful than Monkey Shoulder’s unique and delicious Blackbird cocktail. A sophisticated summer cocktail doesn’t mean you have to sweat over a complicated recipe; sometimes the simplest drinks are the best.  It’s no secret that not all cocktails are created equally, […] More

  • A Reyka Vodka Fix-Me-Up for a Gloomy Day

    Reyka Vodka invites you to mix yourself a fix-me-up, a reminder that there’s always a bright side to every situation. As Iceland is a multifaceted country that’s both beautiful and rugged, Icelanders know a thing or two about the highs and lows of everyday life. Of course, in life, there is always a Brightside, as […] More

  • Divine Summer Salad & Boschendal Wine Pairings

    Summertime and the living is inspired, especially when an afternoon includes scrumptious salads paired with delectable wines! In the warmer season, we usually crave fresh, light ingredients that have an excellent taste and that are good for the waist. It’s also the opportune time to gather friends and family together for memorable moments in the […] More

  • Sip breakfast in a glass with this Monkey Shoulder Morning Glory Fizz

    This brunch nip does more than cure a weekend hangover, it’s a delicious drink that’s acceptable to sip on during your weekend morning, and no, it’s not a mimosa! This is the Monkey Shoulder Morning Glory Fizz. At  the heart of a cocktail revolution, Monkey Shoulder is doubtlessly as fun as a barrel of monkeys… A […] More

  • South Africa’s Heritage Day – Ginger & Lime style [Recipe]

    Ginger & Lime Food Studio has given us two fantastic recipes that are perfect for Heritage Day!  If you’ve always wanted to join a cooking class to improve your skills in the kitchen, Ginger & Lime is the perfect spot. Everyone in the kitchen takes part in creating the meals you will be enjoying later […] More

  • Mix a Crafted Paloma with Altos Tequila

    Recently we got a little lesson in tequila mixology from the Altos Tequila team and found ourselves mixing up some deliciously refreshing tequila-based cocktails, as well as learning more about the tequila making process along the way. First off, quality is of the utmost importance when it comes to agave, the key ingredient in Altos […] More

  • Nederburg The Young Airhawk Sauvignon Blanc and Salt & Pepper Squid

    Pair a dish of fresh, spiced seafood with its ultimate match. A glass of crisp yet creamy-textured Sauvignon blanc; Nederburg’s Heritage Heroes The Young Airhawk barrel-fermented Sauvignon Blanc of the 2016 vintage, is just right. Awarded a gold medal at the prestigious The Drinks Business Global Sauvignon Blanc Masters 2017 competition, this wine is an […] More