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Constantia Glen Fires up with Flammkuchen and Wine

Classic topped with Alpen Speck, leeks, red onions & chives Ever had Flammkuchen? Think thin, crisp, German pizza, and you're almost there. If you want to try the real thing, head over to Constantia for the ultimate wine tasting experience from the wood-fired oven at Constantia Glen. A South German or...

Savoury Hummus and Wine Pairing at Grande Provence

The Tasting Room at Grande Provence has launched something tantalising for the hot summer ahead - an unusual, savoury pairing of hummus and wine. Hummus with labneh is served with Grande Provence Chardonnay - an elegant, full bodied wine with outstanding fruit and wood integration. The combination of citrus, almonds...

Sweet Surrender: Idiom Macaron and Wine Experience

There may be better places to relish cake and wine, but I'm pretty sure few can beat Idiom. This stunning venue plays host to a variety of swoony sweet and savoury taste sensations, the summer's pairing delight of Macarons and Wine being not the least of them. On offer from...

Delheim Fynbos Cupcakes and Wine Promotes Biodiversity

Delheim has always been famous for its tasting room pairing of cupcakes and wines. This season, Delheim launches a new Wine & Fynbos Cupcake pairing to highlight the estate's eco-passion. They promise to make you taste the Cape Floral Kingdom with this unique offering at the famous Stellenbosch wine estate. Significantly, the experience launched...

Contemporary Cuisine, Fine Wines at Iconic Idiom

As restaurant destinations in the Cape Winelands go, Idiom is pretty hard to beat. Idiom Restaurant & Tasting Centre recently celebrated its second anniversary in style with a grand celebration lunch to launch the coming season's events and special dining experiences. I was there and it was fun! This iconic...

Less Plastic, More Fantastic with H2O International

The amount of pollution floating in our oceans has skyrocketed over the past decade. Last year, a study conducted by the United Nations noted that if we carry on dumping waste at the rate we are right now, there will be more litter in the ocean than fish by...

6 Easy BBQ Sauces, Rubs and Marinades for Any Cut and Occasion

I know it's probably more convenient to buy ready-made BBQ marinades and sauces, but what if you're nowhere near a shop? Or just prefer a fresher taste with your premium cuts? The price of meat being what it is, I'd say you want only the finest flavourings and who...

Kerriesosaties Recipe

Kerriesosaties are some of the most delicious things you can eat but boy, they're a schlep to make. You can't just make 2, or 6 or even 8 kerriesosaties, you must make at least a dozen or more. Preferably more. Had Wallis Simpson ever eaten a kerriesosatie, she would...

Hot off the Presses! The Himalayan Salt Cooking Book

Much is said about the supposed health-giving properties of Himalayan salt. While I can't vouch for that, I can say that it's the only salt I use for cooking in my kitchen. I love the taste, pure and simple. It just tastes better. Himalayan salt block cooking is also something...

Steak with Creamy Mushroom Peppercorn Sauce

Father’s Day gifts needn’t be extravagant or store-bought. Showing your love can be as easy as sharing a meal and quality time with Dad. Try out this delicious steak with a side of creamy mushroom-and-green-peppercorn sauce, paired with the 2012 Frans K Smit Red Blend from Spier. This simple...