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    In tribute to International Whisk(e)y Day on March 27, we spoke to Dr Bill Lumsden, director of distilling, whisky creation and whisky stocks at The Glenmorangie Company. He is a pioneer in maturation techniques, and today is as excited about single malt as he was when he took his first sip in 1984. BY MALU LAMBERT PHOTOGRAPH SUPPLIED “Single malt, in comparison to blended whisky, is more distinct and idiosyncratic,” says Dr Bill Lumsden, his Scottish vowels bending pleasantly over the word “idiosyncratic”. He may as well be describing himself – he’s famously leftfield in his approach to whisky making.…

    Locally farmed trout is quick and easy to prepare. Ask your fishmonger to pin-bone the fillets for a completely boneless experience that’s popular with the whole family. Also an elegant choice for a dinner party. PAIRED WITH: Cape of Good Hope Serruria Chardonnay Cape of Good Hope recipe series by Ilse van der Merwe (thefoodfox.com) Photographs by Tasha Seccombe

    March right up; some delectable drops have arrived on the shelves—offering incredible value. Chateau Del Rei Sparkling Dry, R74.99 for a 6-pack Chateau Del Rei, sparkling wine in a can, has just introduced two new bubblies to their range to accompany the original sweet sparkler. Made in a brut style with predominantly chenin blanc. It’s fruit-forward, unfussy and has just the right amount of fizz; perfect to take outdoors on a picnic, or to lounge around the pool with—the relatively low alcohol content of 7% makes it quite quaffable too. Pair it with: Sweet potato pizza with olives, ricotta and prosciutto…

    Prue Leith Culinary Institute student Cebisa Songca hard at work When South African-born chef, restaurateur, cooking school founder, writer and TV presenter Prue Leith celebrated her 80th birthday…

    SA’s original artisan ‘up’-market brings the coolest stuff you’ve never seen to Cape Town and Joburg this autumn. Every year the KAMERS/Makers creative team spends weeks curating the perfect mix of proudly local, lovingly handcrafted decor, fashion, accessories, ceramics, design, food and more from hundreds of hopeful artisan entrepreneurs. All to create unique and unforgettable experiences at stunning venues around the country. Come be inspired by truly South African creativity at Jan van Riebeeck in Kloof Street, Cape Town, 26 – 29 March and St David’s Marist Inanda in Sandton, 23 – 27 April. KAMERS/Makers Cape Town – POSTPONED…