Published on October 28, 2016

Each year, a panel of esteemed judges gathers to do a blind-tasting of 60 South African Chardonnays that have fared well in local and international competitions. Enabled by the sponsorship of multinational financial services company Prescient, the wines are scored on a 100-point scale and reviewed on their taste and nose.

Published on October 28, 2016

Each year, a panel of esteemed judges gathers to do a blind-tasting of 60 South African Chardonnays that have fared well in local and international competitions. Enabled by the sponsorship of multinational financial services company Prescient, the wines are scored on a 100-point scale and reviewed on their taste and nose. This year, the quality […]

Published on October 27, 2016

With crazy visions of me having to climb a Harry Potter-style staircase and move around from one wine tasting to another, I headed to Waverley Hills organic wine estate in the Western Cape. When I arrived at the venue, I was graciously greeted by the organisers and the winemaker and only after fishing around a little, did I really understand...

Published on October 26, 2016

Can you think of a better way to spend a pleasant day than an afternoon in the Cape Winelands? Eikendal does you one better and throws pizza into the mix.

Published on October 25, 2016

We know you’re not really thinking about next year, but that’s what MK is here for! Start your new year off with a bang and big ol’ family-friendly bash! Delheim Estate will be the first winery to welcome the 2017 harvest season with grape-stomping and barrel-rolling galore – so make sure you don’t miss it!

Published on October 24, 2016

New food trends pop up all the time, but this one may just hang around a little longer. A trip to the farmer’s market has become one of the most popular Saturday-morning activities around South Africa, thanks to consumers wanting to get their hands on organic produce, fresh ingredients and unprocessed foods. Haven’t joined the movement yet? Here’s why you...

Published on October 22, 2016

If you’re looking for a fun weekend outing where you can bring the kids along, look no further. It’s almost time for the annual Perdeberg’s Family Festival! Boasting a new function venue and a beautiful lawn area, there will be plenty of space to enjoy the festival feel.

Published on October 21, 2016

The promise of sparkling bubbles, elegant food and stylish attire will entice Champagne lovers and socialites alike to visit this year’s Franschhoek Cap Classique and Champagne Festival. In celebrating ‘The Magic of Bubbles’, attendees are encouraged to dress according to theme, Black and White with a Floral Flair, and one lucky couple will be rewarded a R5 000 Mastercard gift...

Published on October 20, 2016

Italy’s top multimedia food and wine brand is travelling to Cape Town for an Italian wine experience like no other. Imagine 60 of the best Italian wineries under one roof, plus educational master classes about the Italian vino industry and top SA chefs dishing up inspired eats to pair with the wine.

Published on October 19, 2016

Gone are the days where black was reserved from vrot avos and dark chocolate! Nowadays, black is back ... on your plate. And we’re loving it! Whether it’s spaghetti dyed with squid ink or a decadent pud sprinkled with char (coconut ash is particularly popular), chefs, bakers and their customers have turned to the dark side.