The Backsberg Family Reserve White 2017 received a Gold award at Veritas recently and is the perfect celebratory wine for the festive season. The Family Reserve White 2017 is a rather exotic blend of 58% Roussanne, 25% Sauvignon Blanc and 17% Chardonnay. It goes exceptionally well with rich cheeses and full-flavoured, creamy food. It particularly complements chicken and duck and has a wonderful medley of coconut, peach and aniseed aromas combined with vanilla undertones on the palate and a creamy, long-lasting finish. A chilled bottle of this wine could make an ordinary toasted cheese sandwich a gourmet feast! The Family…
Peach’s silky smooth, sappy sister with a youthful glow is making her way into our festive spreads this summer – this is one of our favourite nectarine salads.…
“Much like a glass of FAT bastard wine, life should be filled to the brim and enjoyed in large, delicious gulps”. This is the voice of Mr. b. He’s gold, he’s grand and he lives life at the big end of large! He’s the grand-daddy of FAT bastard wines, loving them with great gusto and inviting you to escape with him and #LiveLarge with FAT bastard wines. Get ready to #LiveLarge with Mr.b and FAT bastard wines! Would you and your partner like to escape with Mr.b to the largest green canyon in the world, the spectacular Blyde River Canyon in…
Forget about sharing or politely nibbling on your packet of Guzzle & Wolf Gourmet Popcorn! This new kid on the block will overwhelm your senses with an onslaught…
Espresso and dark chocolate vacherin might sound a little intimidating, but this dessert is basically just a combination of coffee, cream, chocolate, and meringue. The rich flavours are definitely worth the effort. Who can resist decadence like this? Recipe by Jacques Erusmus
When the end-of-year stretch calls for tight deadlines and back-to-back meetings, there is nothing like a breakaway to the beautiful Cape Winelands and refresh with a delicious meal…
Looking for a gift for someone special this festive season? How about a beautiful set of silk pillowcases? The Silk Lady manufactures 100% organic silk pillowcases in a variety of sizes. Made in South Africa from exclusive imported silk, these pillowcases are not only great for the hair and skin, but they are an elegant addition to the bedroom. Silk is a gift of nature and is the ideal skincare product. It contributes to skin health by speeding metabolism of skin cells, decreasing ageing of facial skin, as well as calming the nervous system. Silk pillowcases help prevent your skincare…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Get into the Christmas spirit and try this gorgeous edible decor piece to add seasonal sparkle to your table. Bound…
Struggling to find the perfect gifts for your friends and family? Look no further than Pylones! Established in France in 1985, Pylones is a global leader in gifting, selling everything from home appliances, to beauty tools, to office equipment and fashion accessories. A group of 25 innovative designers lend their talents to envision and create Pylones products, all of which are produced in France. With over 150 flagship stores in 30 countries, Pylones is known for their collection of fun, useful, playful and practical gift items. They sell over 2500 unique items, with new products being introduced regularly. With something…
Produced in South Africa, the Linen Drawer Bayede! range comprises top quality tabling with unique African-inspired designs that are both functional and decorative. This beautiful range is manufactured…