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Escape to Dunstone: Where Romance, Art, and Tranquility Await

Picture this: you’re sipping a glass of Shiraz on a sunny patio, the Hawequa Mountains stretched out in the distance like they’ve been casually brushed onto the horizon. The city noise? Gone! No hooting taxis or blaring music, annoying dogs barking, neighbours arguing. Silence except for the birds "gossiping" in [...]

Spice Route Destination: The Ultimate Summer Adventure for Family Fun

Spice Route, situated on the slopes of Paarl Mountain, with lush lawns, stately old oak trees, and glorious sweeping views, is the ultimate family destination for summer enjoyment. Loved by visitors from around the world, Spice Route promises a rich tapestry of delights for the whole family, a journey of [...]

June 23, 2025

Africa’s First Vermentino Cap Classique Lands in the Cape!

Move over, Prosecco! There’s a new Italian sparkler in town, and it’s wearing a South African passport! Picture this… [said in Sophia Petrillo voice from Golden Girl’s] Sardinia’s sun-drenched vineyards meet the wild granite slopes of Paardeberg. Add Italian passion, Xhosa wisdom, and a winemaker wild enough to ask: “What if we made Vermentino… but with bubbles?” Spoiler: It worked. Brilliantly. On […]

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June 17, 2025

Escape to Dunstone: Where Romance, Art, and Tranquility Await

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May 27, 2025

The Good Life Show 2025: Sponsors & Partners Overview

Africa’s best food, drink, and conscious living event, The Good Life Show, takes place in Cape Town from 30 May to 1 June at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC 2), and in Johannesburg from 1–3 August at the Kyalami International Convention Centre. This standout event continues to attract top-tier brands, reflecting the growing appeal of a vibrant, health-forward […]

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May 19, 2025

Wine Concepts Invite You to the 5th Annual Grape Escape Festival

Wine Concepts are thrilled to invite wine lovers to their 5th annual Grape Escape Wine Festival at Moyo Restaurant, Kirstenbosch on Thursday, 29th May from 18.00 to 21.00. Following the success of previous festivals, this year’s event promises to be an exclusive evening of exceptional wine tasting. The festival will feature an exciting and diverse selection of wines from uncommon […]

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May 8, 2025

Be Part of History: Entries Now Open for the First South African Preserve Championships

Entries are open for the first-ever South African Preserve Championships, giving local producers the opportunity to showcase their finest preserved goods. Open to producers and small businesses across the country, the championships puts the spotlight on fruit and vegetable preserve products across a wide range of almost 200 classes, including jams, marmalades, chutneys, pickles, pestos, and more. An expert panel […]

Is Fairview Altesse 2024 a Bold New Legacy?

Fairview have released the first white wine in their Regional Revival Range. Fairview Altesse is a classic Bordeaux-style white blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon with a Darling maritime zest. Renowned for doing things differently, Fairview’s Regional Revival Range is a collection that reimagines the great wines of the Old World: Italy, Spain, and France, with an unmistakable Cape twist. […]

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April 22, 2025

Luxury Caviar and Cap Classique Pairings: Gourmet Boutique Partners with Genevieve

Gourmet Boutique, curators of exquisite caviar experiences, is delighted to announce a new partnership with Genevieve, one of South Africa’s most celebrated producers of Cap Classique. This collaboration unites two champions of craftsmanship and flavour, promising a luxurious Caviar and Cap Classique Pairing that’s as proudly local as it is indulgent. Gourmet Boutique is a globally recognised supplier of premium caviar, bringing […]

From Crash Site to Cape Town Streets: How the MySteri is on the Move

Steri Stumpie has claimed a mysterious object that crash landed at the V&A, and we now know they’re promoting their new MySteri flavour. Its van has started making its way around Cape Town to give out tasting samples and a shot at fun-filled prizes. Following last week’s unidentified object appearing at the foot of the V&A Clock Tower, the unclaimed […]

The 2025 SA Dairy Product of the Year: Why is Everyone’s Talking About it?

A mascarpone, crafted by RFG Foods in Simondium, was crowned the 2025 Dairy Product of the Year at the prestigious South African Dairy Awards on Tuesday 8 April 2025 at Eensgezind outside Durbanville. The winning 2025 SA Dairy Product of the Year mascarpone with fig and pecan nuts, made especially for Woolworths by RFG Foods, was one of a record-breaking 1 110 […]

Dr Aris Sunfired Mango Berry Paradise Pie

A first for South Africa – Internationally acclaimed gourmet raw food pioneer Dr Aris will be at 2025 The Good Life Show! The Panamanian-born celebrity raw food pioneer, culinary innovator, and health and wellness influencer, Dr. Aris LaTham has been labelled the “father of gourmet ethical raw foods cuisine in America“. Dr Aris is one of the star attractions at The Good Life […]

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Escape to Dunstone: Where Romance, Art, and Tranquility Await

Spice Route Destination: The Ultimate Summer Adventure for Family Fun

Bougie Pap and Sous: Pap and Smoor with an Italian Passport

National Shiraz Day: Celebrating with the Backsberg Pumphouse Shiraz 2022

Wine Master Junel van der Merwe: Whispering from the Vineyard to the World

Fairview Shiraz: A South African Favorite for National Shiraz Day

A First in 13 Years for the Tim Atkin South Africa Special Report 2025

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Bougie Pap and Sous: Pap and Smoor with an Italian Passport

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Africa’s First Vermentino Cap Classique Lands in the Cape!

Escape to Dunstone: Where Romance, Art, and Tranquility Await

The Good Life Show 2025: Sponsors & Partners Overview

Wine Concepts Invite You to the 5th Annual Grape Escape Festival

Be Part of History: Entries Now Open for the First South African Preserve Championships

Is Fairview Altesse 2024 a Bold New Legacy?

Luxury Caviar and Cap Classique Pairings: Gourmet Boutique Partners with Genevieve

From Crash Site to Cape Town Streets: How the MySteri is on the Move

The 2025 SA Dairy Product of the Year: Why is Everyone’s Talking About it?

Dr Aris Sunfired Mango Berry Paradise Pie

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