International Pinotage Day, dedicated to South Africa’s own unique grape varietal, is celebrated annually on the second Saturday in October and what better way to mark this auspicious occasion than at the home of the world’s first bottled Pinotage – Lanzerac Wine Estate in Stellenbosch? In 1925, Professor Abraham Izak Perold, the first Professor of Viticulture at the University of Stellenbosch, successfully crossed two grape varietals – Pinot Noir and Hermitage (Cinsaut) – to create the country’s first indigenous wine grape variety, Pinotage. Some years later, Lanzerac Wine Estate became the first winery in the world to use the word…
Who says curry is a winter exclusive? We love eating curry all year round! Recipe and styling by Nomvuselelo Mncube Photograph by Dylan Swart
Caramelised plantain with hibiscus-flavoured sorbet This recipe forms part of our Épicure feature in our October 2018 issue.
Franschhoek’s award-winning Lust Bistro & Bakery celebrates five-year milestone Situated in the folds of the peaceful Vrede en Lust wine estate in Franschhoek, Lust Bistro & Bakery is known for its sense of warmth and “home away from home” ambience from the moment you walk in. This year marks a milestone for one of the winelands’ most enticing bistro and bakeries, as the 2015 KLINK Awards “Beyond Expectations” winner celebrates their fifth anniversary. To commemorate this occasion, Lust Bistro & Bakery boasts a new look and feel following full refurbishments of the restaurant, whilst introducing a premium limited edition Vrede…
IT’S TIME FOR TEA! SIR FRUIT INTRODUCES ITS UNFORGETTABLE NEW RANGE OF LOW-SUGAR, REAL BREWED ICE TEA’S South Africa’s favourite premium fruit juice company is at it again…
This prawn, pumpkin seed, pomegranate and avo salad with lemon curd dressing is perfect for summer entertaining. Serve it as a light lunch or a braai side. Recipe and styling by Claire Ferrandi Photograph by Dylan Swart
These snack bars make the perfect on-the-go breakfast or a late-afternoon snack. Did you know that you can use avocado oil for baking? Avocado oil is naturally lower…
This wine, for that dish So much wine, so little time. Here are some standout wines to try this September, paired with delicious recipes from our magazine. Whalehaven Conservation Coast Chardonnay, R360 Whalehaven’s flagship Conservation Coast range celebrates the stretch of wild Cape South Coast from False Bay to Cape Agulhas. And what better time to celebrate the sea than in spring? Cellared for two years before release, The Conservation Coast Chardonnay has been bottle-aged for two years to ensure its optimal flavour development. It uncorks with aromas of caramelised fruit with an undercurrent of cinnamon and clove. Baked apples and pears evolve…
A showcase for artisan wines, the tasting will be held 21 October at Turbine Hall. Publik Wine Fair is a tasting event created to introduce wine drinkers to…