“Like all our Chardonnays, the Limestone Hill is made from vineyards growing on selected patches of terroir that influence the individual style of each wine,” says De Wetshof CEO Johann de Wet. “The key to Robertson is the high limestone content of the soils, limestone being an element ensuring chemical balance and ageability in the wines.” The resulting unwooded chardonnay doesn’t miss the oak at all; shining the light on the fruit characteristics of the cultivar, expect refreshing flavours of apple, peach and lemon rind. There’s some lees influence on the palate lending weight to the body with subtle toasted…
Print Recipe Lavender Pavlova Serves: 8 Cooking Time: 2 hrs Ingredients 150g (about 5) extra-large egg whites pinch cream of tartar 300g castor sugar seeds of 1 vanilla pod 6 fresh lavender heads, buds picked 250ml (1 cup) whipping cream 15g icing sugar 400g fresh figs Instructions 1 Preheat the oven to 110°C and line
Makes 2 round loaves.
Instead of using white wine to make your mussels, why not use beer instead? Try this delicious recipe for mussels marinated in beer with mashed potato and sweet…
Life is a wonderful collection of great moments and sweet memories… of happy times and days gone by; sarmies at a summer’s day picnic; midnight feasts, mom’s famous bobotie and gran’s strawberry Swiss roll! Through the years and the cherished occasions, one great brand has stood the taste of time… South Africa’s flavour-filled favourite, ALL GOLD Jam! Crammed with the goodness of real fruit, ALL GOLD Jams always delight, and brand loyalty sees young and old coming back to savour that authentic, proudly South African jam. Recent research conducted by the brand highlighted the importance of convenience to consumers, with…
Founders of A Mari Ocean Gin, Jess Henrich and Niel du Toit have returned to Cape Town after globetrotting for 14 years. Both enthusiasts of new ventures, these…
We chat to Zola Nene, who has recently walked away with two prestigious awards at the critically acclaimed Gourmand Awards! I still get giddy when I think about [the awards]. I’m so thrilled about receiving the two awards, I feel such an immense sense of pride. The experience… The first award “TV Award – Best Woman Host ” was a complete surprise and was awarded to me for my work on Expresso. When they first announced me as a winner of the award, I didn’t even hear them because it was so unexpected. The second award: second place in the “Best…
This one is for those of you looking for more environmentally friendly options to everyday products. The Earthbound Wine range includes white and red wine varietals that are…
In the days of old, being environmentally friendly entailed pitching a tent, lighting the fire and having an icy shower. But, you no longer have to give up on your creature comforts to stay green. We rounded up some off-the-grid park stays where your impact on Mother Nature is minimal. Vhembe Wilderness Camp – Mapungubwe National Park Tucked away on a ridge within a valley and with only four units, Vhembe is a great option for a secluded breakaway. While rustic, each unit comes with beautiful views and private braai areas. Energy: Solar lights and a gas stove. Note: Unfenced…
This is a variation on a French classic, but few people know that it was quite possibly the English who first made it, in honour of Queen Charlotte,…