It was a distinguished complement of Italian guests and South African wine personalities that gathered at Diemersfontein Wine & Country Estate this week for a very special launch. They’d come to share in the unveiling of The Clockmaker Old Vine Chenin Blanc. A wine with no ordinary story, its genesis was sparked by an unconventional friendship forged in wartime and which endures to this day. The Clockmaker is produced from Chenin Blanc vines planted more than 35 years ago and salutes the memory of Cesare Zanardi, an Italian entrepreneur who spent time on Diemersfontein as a prisoner of war in…
Roast pumpkin, leek & fig tart Tasty and well balanced combination of flavours. PREP TIME 15 minutes | COOK TIME 1 hour 20 minutes | SERVES 4 |…
With final exams almost in the rearview mirror for the Grade 12s of 2022, their thoughts will inevitably be turning to the future and their choice of careers in a post-Covid world. The hospitality sector took a massive knock during the pandemic and those who have long dreamt of a future showcasing their culinary skills at a Michelin-star restaurant, planning celebrity weddings or working at a 5-star beach resort may be second-guessing their career choice, but Shaun Lamont, Managing Director of First Group Hotels and Resorts, advises them not to give up on their dreams. “It’s no secret that the…
It’s only one week until the first of December, which means only seven days until the season of advent begins. One fun and traditional way to celebrate advent…
Rebels of the vine, Black Elephant Vintners are at it again with their unique wine and music pairing. Black Elephant Vintners are changing up the game when it comes to wine and the experience you have with it. They have taken their synchronicity and fortuitous friendships, as well as a deep and sincere love for wine, to bring you the birth of Black Elephant Vintners. They established their title as the rebels of the vine by constantly trying to demystify the winemaking process to all enthusiasts, and are just getting better and better. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8viZB9b_IS4 When you think of wine pairing,…
As the world commences No-Shave November, Cape Town Gin & Spirits Company and the Men’s Foundation South Africa give a nod to the difficulties men face when it comes to their physical…
Hake skewers with root vegetable slaw A yummy and healthy dinner idea! PREP TIME 35 minutes | COOK TIME 10 minutes | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS For the root vegetable slaw ½ celeriac, peeled and cut into matchsticks 1 red apple, cut into matchsticks 1 carrot, cut into matchsticks 250 g cabbage, finely shredded 2 tbsp finely chopped chives ¼ cup chopped parsley ⅓ cup pecans, coarsely chopped ⅓ cup buttermilk ⅓ cup olive oil 2 tsp lemon juice For the fish 1 kg hake fillets 16 loose fresh bay leaves and 8 bay leaf stems 1 tbsp olive oil…
Broccoli arancini with rocket & almond pesto A tasty vegetarian dinner idea! PREP TIME 15 minutes | COOK TIME 1 hour 10 minutes | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS…
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Peanut butter and dark chocolate dipped fruit The perfect vegan sweet treat for summer! PREP TIME 10 minutes | TOTAL TIME 45 minutes | SERVES 4 | VEGAN …