With Loxtonia's 100% apple ciders available with an articulated pairing of homemade soup every Saturday, this August month is one to make note of in Ceres valley. Brisk wintry weather is allowing for Loxtonia's exquisite walking trails to be utilised by any and all willing to try it out...
April brings about a certain cinnamon air to it, don’t you think? Our Capetonian autumns have been magical to experience, what with the bougainvillea vibrancy being accentuated by the yellowing, tawny street debris. I adore a good, brisk walk in the park during this weather!
As the seemingly short-lived summer...
As a fruit-oriented gal, I find myself generally hovering over purchasing more processed fruit options as opposed to fresh. The consistency and the flavour profiles usually conflict very clearly on my palette. Especially when it comes to fresher, fleshy fruits such as nectarines. My ultimate favourite - nectarine jam...
Pheeeew. Can I get an 'amen' for the hot weather?The spring weather and slow approach to warmer weather has a delicate relationship of seasonal meals. A decadent roast dinner becomes delicious sandwich - or salad - food stars for the next day's lunch.Don't even get me started on the...
I can't think of a circumstance where a red blend offers a miss - only hits. Whether it be paired with food to complement or enhance, a red blend seems to be the go-to for a dinner. Especially for marinades, for hearty food - for a day where we...
In a surprising turn of events... Cape Town's weather has turned on its head.
Again!
Between shedding fifty layers of clothes in the brisk morning and hurriedly shoving them on after two hours, I've barely had time to savour a snug meal by the fire. Such a pity, too, as the...
Spatz Sperling's Cheesecake
Celebrated for being contrary to the mainstream, wine pioneer Spatz Sperling was no ordinary man.
Nor was his favourite cheesecake. (How can one not adore a man who loved cheesecake AND wine)?
It was a request to the kitchen on his birthday in 2006 that gave life to...
Love and food are as intertwined as the rose vine that grew up the side of Juliette’s balcony.
Sharing a lovingly-made meal, especially a sweet treat, to celebrate romance is a pasttime that dates back through the ages.
For award-winning TV chef, cookbook author and dessert diva Grace Stevens, cooking is...
Although these are the perfect day-after solution for when you've made a large roast with leftovers to spare, you can also roast a smaller piece of pork for the sole purpose of making these sandwiches.
Serve at room temperature at any time of day, any season, any occasion -...
The Spier Signature Chardonnay Pinot Noir was simply made for easy summertime sipping.
Unpretentious, beautifully balanced and full of flair, it marries strawberry and apple flavours with a crisp finish. It's delightful at brunch, on a picnic, or just for you alone with a good book. The Spier winemaking team...