The Cape winelands, even though shimmering in its finest colours during the warmer months of summer, offers visitors a different, quieter experience in winter, when staying indoors and sipping wine becomes a pure, heart-warming…
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Summer is all about celebrating the abundance of easy-eating, super nutritious fruits. I’m particularly fond of the humble red-cheeked apple. So much more than just a lunch box filler, the addition of fresh apples…
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{wine} A glittering year for Kanu: introducing Angelina Gold Cap Classique
I celebrated my inevitable return to work and to the reality of 2022 by opening a glittery bottle of Kanu Wines‘ Angelina Gold Cap Classique. And because this year is all about sparking joy…
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{accommodation} Nurtured by nature: the sacred spaces of Angala
At times, the chaos of our current reality reverberates noisily against the walls of my innermost sanctuary. Feeling tired and a little bit weary of the world, I recently retreated to the sacred spaces…
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{news} Reset and rejuvenate with Franschhoek’s Mystery Weekends
In these turbulent times we find ourselves in why not treat yourself to an all-inclusive winelands getaway, where your weekend has been meticulously planned for you from check in to check out. You’d be…
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{news} Knorhoek Wine Farm – where Valentine’s dreams become reality
Looking for something extra special to spoil your loved one this Valentine’s Day? Escape the hustle and bustle of the city to a meandering valley road guaranteed to take you back to gentler times.…
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{news} Restore your balance with a breakaway to Ruby Rose Country House
Escape to luxurious seclusion in the Riebeek Valley this season by booking a breakaway stay, wedding or small function at Ruby Rose Country House. Magnificently restored, this lush oasis in one of the Cape’s…
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{accommodation} In pursuit of repose: Plum Tree Cottage, McGregor
Sometimes you just need to take a break and give your soul what it needs. My soul recently longed for beautiful vistas, fresh air, and a reprieve from our COVID-blotched reality. I found all…
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{news} Franschhoek’s mystery weekends are guaranteed food for the soul
Suffering from lockdown blues and chomping at the bit to explore your ‘neighbourhood’? Franschhoek’s Mystery Weekends – an all-inclusive winelands weekend getaway – is guaranteed to curb any lockdown cabin fever. Now that leisure…
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{travel} A day in Franschhoek: from pairings to picnics
Taking precious time to rediscover everything our province has to offer after the confines of #lockdown, I headed to Franschhoek for the day to wine and dine my soul in serenity. Introduction Since the…