The month of love is around the corner, and even though February is usually one of the year’s hottest months – it’s also the ideal opportunity to refresh in the summer heat. Summer would not be the same without a divinely delicious glass of Rosé. With their impressive portfolio, Anthonij Rupert Wyne, situated in the heart of the picturesque Franschhoek Wine Valley, has a rosé for every occasion.
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Parktown Boys’ High School melds STEM with the Arts
Thursday, April 7th saw the triumphant official launch of Studio ’91 at Parktown Boys’ High School, in front of members of the media, invited guests, Parktown Boys’ Alumni and learners. Brainchild of Nathan Waywell (Matric 1991), Studio ‘91 sees the establishing of a multimedia Creative Studio at the School. The facility and its equipment has…
Making a Meal with What’s on Hand
It’s Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day! Struggling to make meals with what you have on hand? Are you wanting to make a favorite recipe, but missing some of the ingredients? Are you tired of buying ingredients that you only use once? Here are some examples to spark your imagination: Want to make sandwiches, but you’ve…
De Krans Moscato – a refreshing alternative
Moscato, as it is now known, has its roots in the province of Asti in Northwest Italy, where it was already cultivated and made since the 1870’s. In modern times it gained popularity in the USA by means of infiltrating their Hip Hop and Rap culture, and finally also reaching the South African shores for…
IT’S BOTTOMLESS BUBBLES AT THE MARINE IN HERMANUS EVERY FRIDAY
The Marine in Hermanus celebrates the end of the week with Bottomless Bubbles every Friday evening. Popular with locals and visitors alike, there is simply no better way to ease into the weekend with live music and welcome canapés included in the deal. Bottomless Bubbles is served from 5pm to 7pm every Friday evening in the relaxed sophistication…
Stellenview’s Kruger Family Reserve excels at Prescient Cabernet Sauvignon Report
Relatively new to the South African market, as initially exported to the Far East, Stellenview Premium Wines’ Kruger Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 shared the winners stage in this year’s Prescient Cabernet Sauvignon Report. Not only receiving an impressive 93 points, but was also listed as a Top 10 wine by the judging panel. Seventy-one…
A feather in the cap for Brookdale Estate Chenin Blanc 2019
Esteemed wine critic Jancis Robinson recently published ‘A South African miscellany‘, awarding a 17.5 out of 20 score to the Brookdale Chenin Blanc 2019 – effectively placing it amongst the highest rated Chenin Blancs in South Africa. ‘Powdery, fragrant honeysuckle and jasmine with sweetness of ripe white peach. Creamy, tingling, richly textured spreading all over the palate. Apricots and…
Middelvlei’s Free-Run Pinotage Scores Top Results In Pinotage Report
Well-known for their superb wine range, Middelvlei Wines in Stellenbosch earned further recognition this week when their Free-Run Pinotage 2018 scored an impressive 90 points in the inaugural Prescient Pinotage Report 2020. This maiden report was convened by Winemag.co.za, and this year there were 57 entries received from 33 producers. The entries were tasted blind by a three-person…
Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Midweek meals can be a challenge. We’ve whipped up some mini meatballs, cooked in a tomato sauce, serving them with a side salad and Hasselback Potatoes. These meatballs are cooked in the sauce, in the oven, for approximately 20 minutes. Leaving you enough time to throw together a quick dessert. MISE EN PLACE (preparation):…
COOKING AND SERVING (SURVIVAL) IN THE TIME OF COVID-19.
Like the 1985 novel by Gabriel García Márquez – Love in the Time of Cholera – our industry is “sick in his heart and in his stomach” similar as the main character Florentino Ariza longs for his lover, Fermina. The hospitality industry is longing for their patrons and regulars.
Veganuary – what it’s all about!
The country’s first Vegan & Plant Powered Show looks set to bring in the crowds when it opens at the Cape Town International Convention Centre on 30 & 32 May and Capsicum Culinary Studios, SA’s largest culinary school, is incorporating Vegan dishes into its teaching programme as part of their healthy-eating syllabus.
Shiraz & Charcuterie Festival 2019 at Anthonij Rupert Wyne
It’s time for another world-class festival and highlight on the Cape Winelands social calendar. The annual Shiraz & Charcuterie Festival, which takes place once again at the picturesque Anthonij Rupert Wyne in Franschhoek.
Merry Gin-mas: Time Anchor Distillery Mirari Blue Orient Spiced Gin
Thank you for sharing the 12 Gins To Christmas adventure with me. It’s been gin-tastic and a blast! Today we enjoy a gin which is not included in the Daily Drams gin advent calendar. This incredible creation is insta-envy worth for the magical transformation which occurs before your eyes…. The Time Anchor Distillery Mirari Blue…
8th Gin to Christmas: SALT RIVER GIN by Hope on Hopkins
SALT RIVER GIN by Hope on Hopkins About the Distillery A more contemporary style, the Salt River Gin brings South African flavours to the fore. Made using the London Dry one shot method, this gin is influenced by Hope on Hopkins’ distillery’s location based in the heart of the Western Cape: their Single Malt Vodka…
9th Gin to Christmas: Inverroche Amber
Inverroche Amber We’ve gotten to the single digits and Christmas is approaching fast. Here’s my 9th Gin to Christmas all the way from Stilbaai, Western Cape. Festive greetings friends! Red bush, Rooibos tea flavours emerge to taste with hints of sweet toffee apples that give way to delicate florals. The spice returns towards the end…
Christmas treat: Beer and Bacon Nuts
I’ve made this recipe last year, and with massive success. It was a hit with friends and family, so this year the trusted creation will be back on the Christmas-snack list. Originally “poached” from the Yuppiechef recipes page and then tweaked. I had to make a few batches after the initial batch did not last…
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