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  • Set Menu at Gold Restaurant

    I’m not a big fan of toursity things. I often find that whatever it is has been simplified and flavoured-down to please them foreign palates and generally, it’s a big, fat rip-off for South Africans. So when we were invited  to try the Set Menu at Gold Restaurant, I won’t lie – I wasn’t thrilled. But […] More

  • Top 4 Reasons to visit the Constantia Wine Route

    The Constantia Wine Valley. It is the oldest wine region in South Africa, located right on the doorstep of Cape Town yet most people still think of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek when looking for a day out in the Cape winelands. This is about to change with the wine region looking to highlight its ample activities, […] More

  • The Butcher Shop and Grill Review

    Vegetarians, avert your eyes. Actually, just close this page immediately… Have you done it yet? Come on now. No, really. … .. Well if you haven’t, it’s your own fault. This is all about MEAT, GLORIOUS MEAT. When I received the invite to The Butcher Shop and Grill, I had to play it cool. But […] More

  • Meals Direct Review and Competition

    A lot of foodie companies are very same same. They do the same thing under a different name, at a relatively similar price. And they normally don’t last long. So, when I heard about ANOTHER meal delivery company that popped up in cape Town, called Meals Direct, I wasn’t too excited. BUT I WAS WRONG! Meals […] More

  • Arnold’s on Kloof with The Entertainer

    I haven’t been to Arnold’s on Kloof in years. Years and years and years. And everytime I have been, I’ve only ever had a (hungover) breakfast. So, I have never thought of it as anything more than a (hungover) breakfast joint for students. But, and I am happy to admit it, I was wrong. Thanks […] More

  • Credé Oil Review and Competition

    Oil. How many types do you know? Olive oil, sunflower oil… car oil? Another question, how versatile is each variety? And how healthy is it for you? And what is its best use? AND WHAT SHOULD YOU BE USING? Ohhh my word, so mannnyyy questtttiooonssss. Historically, a wide variety of natural oils were used in health, […] More

  • Wonderbag Review

    Thanks to the awesome people at PromoteCommunication, we were able to test out a marvelous product called Wonderbag. It was created for developing countries where there is limited access to electricity (*cough *cough Eskom) and water in order to help the rural communities provide nutritional meals to their families. Please watch the video below; it […] More

  • Say hello to OrderIn

    Lazy people, drunk people, high – as in on a mountain, yo – people, people without a license, people who have hurt their foot and can’t drive, hungover people, and just anyone who likes using the internet to do something – REJOICE! There is a new food delivery service in town: Say hello to orderin.co.za […] More

  • Frere’s Bistro Review

    In the heart of the city, Frere’s bistro was opened by owner, and chef, Jason Whitehead in March 2013. This cosy, romantic French Bistro seats about 35 inside and 20 out, and they’re happy to be rented out for functions and events. Chef Jason believes in flexibility, so he changes the menu every three months […] More

  • 3 Reasons to vote for Waterkloof Wine Estate at the Klink Awards

    It’s been all over Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. It’s KlinkAward season. You decide who walks away with the gold just by voting for your favourite winery, destination or restaurant. This year there are 16 shortlisted categories to vote in. The best part? Just by voting you are entered into a weekly draw to win unforgettable […] More

  • Top 3 reasons you should hop onto a City Sightseeing Bus

    Last weekend I was invited to join a City Sightseeing bus with a few friends of mine for an incredible day out enjoying the beautiful Mother City. Normally, I am the guy stuck behind the red bus in traffic, quietly cursing while I get more impatient by the second. It was a very nice change […] More

  • Azure Lunch Buffet

    Lunch Buffet at Azure Restaurant

    Join Leading Hotels of the World member, The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa for a deliciously extravagant Sunday lunch buffet in Azure Restaurant, with live entertainment by award winning lounge vocalist, Jenie Oliver. Poised above the Atlantic Ocean with an excellent chance of whale-spotting, this is a five star, gourmet dining experience complete with impeccable […] More