I’m constantly looking for ways to improve my health and well-being, without throwing my life around completely. A great way to bolster your new year’s resolutions, is Natural Herbs & Spices‘ new range of smoothie boosters, naturally! Introduction I drink my fizzy vitamins in the morning, I aim for at least 2 liters of water…
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{recipe box} The scents of summer with Cathedral Cellar and Chef Mynhardt Joubert
What does your summer smell like? With Cathedral Cellar and Chef Mynhardt Joubert, I discovered that my fondest summer memories smell like pineapple, coconut, braaivleis and fish parcels. Introduction Our sense of smell is closely linked to our memories, even more so than our other senses. Even just a whiff of a smell could evoke…
{product} The sexy side of piri-piri: answering the call of PIPER
When you find a brand that’s as feisty and fiery as the person whose hands and mind conceptualised it, you know you’re onto a scorching hot winner. People of the Mother City – be prepared to get your socks blown off with the arrival of PIPER, the Original Gangster of Piri-Piri. You can hear it…
{wine} A legacy in a bottle: Van Loveren’s Perlé de Jean
Be the centre of Insta-attention this summer when you whip out a couple of bottles of Van Loveren Family Vineyard’s gorgeous Perlé de Jean to heat up your pool party. She’s vibrant, she’s just a little bit sparkly, and a whole lot of heart! Introduction They say that beauty is in the eye of the…
{experience} Releasing the Kraken on South African shores
Dark, mysterious and full of spice, the rise of craft rum is on the horizon. I was recently swept out to sea with the launch of Kraken Rum in South Africa, that time that The Jagger Lounge was transformed into the Kraken’s ink den of indulgence… Introduction A few weeks ago, I got a seductively…
{experience} A citrussy summer with Fitch & Leedes Grapefruit Tonic
This summer season, Fitch & Leedes is bringing the spirit of African sunsets to your gin glass with the release of their brand-new gorgeously coral-hued premium mixer, Grapefruit Tonic! Spoiler alert: it’s simply delicious, best served chilled with a generous side of Cape Town summer vibes! Introduction A few months ago, I received a “Save…
{wine} Feast this summer with Fiver Frizzanté
Summer holidays are supposed to be easy like Sunday morning. With so many social soirees to plan during the festive season, let Fiver Frizzanté take the think-work out of your sips with a six-pack filled with sunshine, strawberries and spritzers! Introduction As we lounge outside in the sun during those balmy summer days, the last…
{wine} A seasonal interlude: the song of Welgegund Providence 2015
To say I’m obsessed with this time of the year is putting it quite mildly. There’s just something about the turning of the seasons, the interlude between winter and spring, that really feeds my soul. Whilst we slowly wake after our winter slumber and turn our faces to the brightness of the pending summer, I’ll…
{product} Get your brie on with Cape Town Cheese Box!
In a city that offers subscription boxes to pretty much everything foodie-related from wine to snacks to gin to diet meals and fresh vegetables – I thought I’ve seen it all. But then, when I thought it couldn’t get any better, this world became a brighter place with the introduction of Cape Town Cheese Box….
{recipe box} Heritage Day with Leopard’s Leap Merlot 2017
With September in full swing and filled with Heritage Day celebrations, I am super excited to share this chicken chakalaka experience with you. Paired with the gorgeous bottle of Leopard’s Leap Merlot 2017, it doesn’t get more proudly South African than this! Introduction We all know how I feel about recipe boxes. They make me…
{wine} Balance conservation and lifestyle with Hank the elephant
Endangered animal conservation lies close to my heart. So when our favourite unicycle riding elephant, Hank from Balance Wines, speaks up to raise awareness on the plight of desert elephants, that’s when we make our ears big like Dumbo’s! Introduction I recently received a duo of Balance wines from their Classic range to review. Balance…
{recipe box} Creating magic with Vondeling’s Monsonia 2016
I appreciate all types of food, but I have a certain nostalgic connection to good, wholesome home cooking. I was grateful for an opportunity to take some time from my busy day and create a heart-warming meal with Vondeling Wines and their award-winning Monsonia 2016. Introduction I recently received a recipe box on my desk…