With a label as pretty as our unique fynbos veld and wine that taste like summer sunsets, you si(m)ply have to try Elgin Vintners’ new Fynbos Lite Premium cans. Introduction Wine in a can is nothing new. We’ve had the debates and made the comparisons. Personally, the absolute convenience and lower carbon footprint offered by…
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{wine} PROE – the perfect way to experience Diemersfontein Wines
Little morsels and bite-sized treats. That is my favourite way of eating. Diemersfontein Wine and Country Estate has embraced and renewed the deli-concept wholeheartedly with the recent opening of PROE, an indulgent smorgasbord of local produce. Introduction I tire easily from eating a lot of the same thing. I crave texture, variety, different flavours and…
{recipe} Pineapple upside down cake and Skyline Late Harvest
Skyline Late Harvest will be adding a bit of tropical sunshine to my summer this year. Served icy cold, as a spritzer or simply as a sundowner, Skyline is the golden lining around the cloud of 2020. Introduction Blessed with a palate that embraces most wine varietals, there is a place for every wine style…
{product review} ReadyChef: the delicious convenience of a chef at the ready
Lockdown left us with cravings for our favourite restaurants, our comfort food staples and very little inspiration in the kitchen. Not only does ReadyChef bring best-loved dishes to your dinner table, but it also supports the re-build of the hospitality industry. Introduction I used to dine out two to three times a week. Even though…
{wine} The craft of coffee and wine: Barista Wine’s Pinotage 2020
A devoted oenophile at my core, I enjoy all wines equally, for what they are. But, I do hold a special place for South Africa’s signature Pinotage in my indulgent heart. I recently sat down and had a virtual coffee with a bottle of Barista Wine Pinotage 2020, a celebration of the diversity and deep…
{wine} Picnic with Piekenierskloof’s Six Hats De-Alcoholised wines
Contrary to popular belief, I simply love the taste of wine, with or without the alcohol. With a seductive duo of Piekenierskloof Wines‘ Six Hats de-alcoholised wines chilling in my fridge this summer, I can delight in ample glasses without the worry, but with all the flavour. Introduction I used to be a serious sceptic…
{wine} De Krans’ Moscato: a festive tribute to the muscadel grape
As the mornings draw lighter, so does my taste for wine. With just a little bit of a sparkle, De Krans Wines‘ range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic Premium Moscato Perlé wines make for a great, refreshing summer sipper, especially when paired with great company. This year has been a tough one, and I’ll be taking…
{recipe} Summery pea pesto with New Life Microgreens
Nutritionally dense, adding a handful of New Life Microgreens to this easy-peasy pea pesto recipe can kick your immune system into overdrive! Green, fresh and full of flavour, you’ll never reach for boring pesto again! Introduction Does the sound of making your own pesto sound like a three-day affair? I also thought so, until I…
{news} Rediscover your love for the finer things with Franschhoek’s Cap Classique Route
The festive season is fast approaching and it’s the perfect time to stock up on your favourite Cap Classique. Running out of ideas on what to add to your collection? Franschhoek’s Cap Classique Route, the first of its kind in South Africa, holds the key. Regarded as one of South Africa’s leading Cap Classique producing…
{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 of that, and so much more, at Plum Tree Cottage in McGregor. Introduction Most of us had to celebrate birthdays, milestones…
{news} TOKARA trounces challenging year with olive oil bounty
Undeterred by the untold challenges of a year besieged by Covid-19, TOKARA, the family owned Stellenbosch wine and olive estate, has prevailed with a phenomenal 2020 olive oil vintage. The thriving olive groves on the rolling foothills of the Simonsberg surpassed previous harvests both in terms of quality and quantity this year. Acclaimed for its…
{wine} It all starts with the soil: Zandvliet’s Shiraz 2017 and Chardonnay 2019
Visiting Zandvliet Wines in Robertson is always a pure, unadulterated pleasure for me. Not only are they steeped in glorious wines, but also in rich history, unique “kalkveld” soil and just a touch of magic. Introduction My feet always find the turn to Zandvliet Wines when I visit the Robertson Wine Valley. Eternally eager to…