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Behind the scenes at Haute Cabrière with chef Westley Muller

Published on February 1, 2017

To celebrate the month of love and our one true love, chocolate, we challenged Chef Westley to create a choccy-inspired savoury dish just for us, but in true Haute Cabrière style, of course. We were definitely not disappointed as we scooped up every bite of his grilled springbok leg and dark chocolate sauce, served with grilled peaches and crispy kale....

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A family affair

Published on February 1, 2017

What could be better than spending the day on a farm filled with activities to keep the kids busy while you sip on cool ciders and superb wine? Hop on, and join the fun at this year’s Cluver Family Harvest Day.

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Polenta-crumbed pork chops with roast broccoli and tomato sauce

Published on January 31, 2017

Get creative in the kitchen and crumb your chops in some polenta. We all know pork and tomato go amazingly together, so whip up a zingy sauce to serve them with and add some broccoli for a happy, wholesome meal.

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Camping eats for the budget-conscious

Published on January 30, 2017

Once you have all the necessary equipment, a holiday in the great outdoors can be an amazingly cost-efficient venture. And just because you’re kicking it outdoors, doesn’t mean you have to resort to unhealthy and expensive readily-prepared supermarket meals. A little planning can go a long way, and we’re here to help you make your summer camping trip a fun,...

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Spinach-topped sweet potatoes

Published on January 30, 2017

We can’t wait to try out this powerhouse of a meal as our meat-free Monday dish. And did you know that buying spinach by the bunch is cheaper than buying it by the bag? Store it in a bowl of water in the fridge, with the stalks still attached, to keep the leaves crisp until you need them!

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Smoked snoek pâté

Published on January 28, 2017

Having guests over for a braai or a light and summery lunch this weekend? No starter will go down so well as a this smoked snoek pâté served with a selection of crackers, cheese, pickles and fresh fruit.

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How to quick-pickle onions (or anything else)

Published on January 27, 2017

Sometimes time just gets away from you and it’s at moments like these when a cooking shortcut becomes your saving grace. Having this recipe in your arsenal will take dishes like sandwiches or salads from mediocre to magnificent in a jiffy.

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Stout float

Published on January 27, 2017

Good coffee, beer and whiskey. We are pretty sure we don’t have to say much more, but this amazing deconstructed stout float is just what you need when you feel like a rich sip on a summer’s evening.

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Trucking between the vines

Published on January 27, 2017

It’s here! The first (of hopefully many) wine and food truck events to take place in the beautiful coastal town of Plettenberg Bay. Pile the family into a van and gear up for a fun day filled with festivities to celebrate the new season.

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The Beards are back at Bot rivier

Published on January 26, 2017

This year’s annual Barrels & Beards Harvest Festival will take place in Bot River, one of the Cape’s most exciting winelands destinations! So get your glasses ready to celebrate the harvest and its glorious journey from the vineyard to our taste buds.

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