The French have historically done champagne and revolution rather well. While South Africa easily match the former these days, we're still working on getting the latter right. But patience is a virtue, right?
In these days of doom and gloom, it brings enormous cheer to the heart to receive an...
You'd be forgiven for thinking we're a bunch of drunkards in the Cape, judging by the number of wine festivals we have each year.
Well, we make wine here, so who's going to drink it if not us? Besides, 2017 has kicked off on such a high note, I see...
Do you like your wine estates small, personal, honest and real? Glenwood is that place.
Do you like your wines perfectly balanced, elegant and bold, with a touch of heavenly nectar? Glenwood's are those wines. Small wonder then, that the Glenwood Grand Duc Chardonnay 2013 just got 5 stars in the...
Afternoon Tea, Cream Tea, High Tea or plain old koek en tee - call it what you want, just have it often. Cake and tea are not mere indulgences, I feel, but necessities to comfort us through this rough old ride called life. My motto? Must. Have. Cake.
Every once in a...
There's not a lot I won't do for a slap-up brunch with decent Eggs Benedict, cold bubbly and great coffee. Even if it means hauling the grumbling teens out of bed for a long-ish drive into the countryside and braving nippy breezes, I'm game. Add a dreamy view of...
South Africa is producing some mighty fine shiraz now - I have some firm favourites myself - and this June, you have a chance to sample some of the very best. The annual Shiraz Showcase on 21 June at CTICC will feature more than 100 wines, including the winning...
Need a pick-me-up after a rough night? Ditch the booze and reward yourself with this refreshing, slushy version of the traditional Bloody Mary instead! It's soothing and nourishing, ideal for a hot summer's day. Perfect for your lazy Sunday breakfast or brunch!
Adding yoghurt and ripe avocado amps up the...
What do you do when you've bought 6 kgs of fresh cherries wholesale? Well, just about everything you can!
Last week I picked up a delivery of 3 x 2 kg boxes of the freshest, plumpest, juiciest cherries I've ever come across. I'd ordered them online from local supplier Cherry...
People of a certain age in South Africa will remember the thrill of lurid pink guava juice, first sold during the 70's in squashable plastic bottles. We've come a long way since! The best guava juice available today is as close to nature as they come - no colourants,...
Juices and smoothies are an easy and delicious way to get a whole lot of nourishment into your body real fast. While the juice and smoothie business has become a thriving industry worldwide, it is actually easier, cheaper and better to make your own at home. Just use the...
