Wines from the Durbanville Wine Valley (DWV) have ascended to even greater international prominence following their stellar performance at this year’s historic Concours Mondial du Sauvignon wine show. Hosted in South Africa just days ago, it was the first time in history that the Sauvignon Blanc-focussed championship was held outside Europe. Durbanville producers were among the recipients to receive the most medals, claiming six golds and two silvers. ‘This is a momentous occasion for the Durbanville Wine Valley,’ says DWV manager Natasha de Villiers. ‘Our producers have done themselves and the South African wine industry proud with these achievements at…
Easter is fast approaching, and it’s nearly the time we gorge ourselves on chocolates and marshmallow eggs. What better way to indulge in the holiday spirit than by…
Sushi has become many Capetonians’ preferred food to enjoy while dining out; maybe because it’s not easy to make at home or maybe because you’ll find a variety of top-rated sushi restaurants, from traditional Japanese eateries to modern fusion spots, throughout the City. Whether you’re a sushi connoisseur who knows how to work a set of chopsticks or a fussy eater who doesn’t venture beyond a go-to list of firm favourites, you’ll find the best sushi restaurants in Cape Town. These restaurants in Cape Town have mastered the Japanese art of creating sushi. 1. Kyoto Garden Picture: @kyotogardenct / Instagram Starting…
If you’re looking for a great night out in the quaint coastal town of Kalk Bay, look no further than the Kalk Bay Theatre. This intimate theatre offers…
Imagin Classic Gin has just been named the South African winner for the Classic Gin Category at the 2023 World Gin Awards. This handcrafted, double-distilled gin has beaten hundreds of well-known and established gins to take the top spot, making it a must-try for gin enthusiasts. The World Gin Awards is a prestigious platform that selects the best gins in internationally recognised gin styles and promotes the world’s best to consumers. This award reaffirms the quality, innovation, and creativity of South Africa’s most trusted wine and spirit brand – KWV. The various Taste categories are based on the commonly held…
Applications for Season 9 of BBC Lifestyle’s Come Dine With Me South Africa close on 9 April 2023. If you’re an enthusiastic home cook with a love of…
Rare and exclusive bottles of whisky and tequila, worth hundreds of thousands, sit unopened as collector’s items. Meet Reinhardt Paulsen, the man behind Urban Spirits and a purveyor of sought-after spirits from across the globe. Reinhardt Paulsen has sourced whiskys and tequilas that most people will never see in their lifetime. Many of the bottles in his own collection and the collections of clients are worth thousands of rands – or even hundreds of thousands. They include the old, the new, the rare, and the exclusive. For Reinhardt, who has been in the food and drinks industry for over two…
Spiced beef moussaka Spiced beef moussaka is a wholesome and hearty beef recipe that the whole family will love! Serves: 6 | Prep Time: 30 Minutes | Cooking…
The hosts and judges have been announced for the fourth season of BBC Lifestyle’s The Great South African Bake Off. Let’s welcome the judges Culinary extraordinaire Siba Mtongana and Paul Hartmann – owner of the South African Chefs Academy – are the judges that will be tasked with crowning one of 12 contestants as “South Africa’s Best Amateur Baker.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Siba Mtongana (@sibamtongana) They’ll be judging the hopeful contestants on three weekly tasks: A signature bake: the bakers get to show off what they’re known for A technical bake: one basic…
Halloumi salad A tasty, easy salad recipe to enjoy for a healthy lunch. Serves: 2 | Prep Time: 20 Minutes | Cooking Time: 20 Minutes INGREDIENTS For…