Yearly Archives: 2020

Taste Culinary Magic at Nederburg’s The Manor during Restaurant Week XXL

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Post published:12 October 2020
Post category:Food & Wine
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{PRESS RELEASE} Ready for an XXL experience? The talented culinary team at Nederburg’s The Manor will be serving up a mouth-watering two- and three-course menu as part of Restaurant Week South Africa XXL, scheduled to run from 1 October to 1 November 2020. The three-course menu, including a glass of wine per course, is offered at R350 per person, while the two-course, also featuring a glass of wine per course, costs R250 per person.

A culinary experience of note…

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Franschhoek – A Taste of France In the Cape Winelands

Post author:Living It Up CT
Post published:9 October 2020
Post category:Eco Travel Food & Wine Lifestyle Travel
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Franschhoek, a little slice of France in the Cape Winelands is known as South Africa’s Gourmet Capital, and with good reason. This wonderful wine region is not to be missed and offers a plethora of award-winning wines, delicious dining options and lifestyle experiences to suit every palate and pocket; a veritable food and wine lover’s playground throughout the year.

September proved to be a bumper travel month once we reached Lockdown Level 1. I found my travel thirst quenched with numerous trips around the Western Cape and was thrilled when an invitation to rediscover Franschhoek popped in my inbox. And not just for the day. Our jam-packed itinerary included an overnight stay at… well, read on to find out how to get the most out of your time in and around fabulous Franschhoek.

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De Hoop Collection’s Weekend Yoga Retreat with Marianne.

Post author:Living It Up CT
Post published:5 October 2020
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Treat yourself to a weekend of pure Yoga bliss at De Hoop Collection’s Weekend Yoga Retreat from 6 to 9 November 2020 with Marianne Wiid.

De Hoop Collection and Marianne invite you to an enriching yoga retreat experience in the beautiful tranquil setting of the De Hoop Nature Reserve. The blend of fresh air, nature walks and restorative yoga will recharge and revitalise your energy and unify your body, mind, and spirit.

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Support Local. Support Stellenbosch.

Post author:Living It Up CT
Post published:29 September 2020
Post category:Lifestyle Travel
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The year 2020 has been a challenging year for us all. But life does go on and many people are starting to live life beyond the four walls of their homes.

I was recently invited to experience the #warmheart of beautiful Stellenbosch as part of the innovative #SupportStellenbosch campaign (more about that in a moment), and what I found truly warmed my heart and soul. People were out once again, enjoying themselves in restaurants, hotels and at wine estates.

International visitors may start trickling in soon, but the road to recovery is long and that is why locals need to support the hard-hit wine and hospitality industries that were dealt a severe blow during the nationwide lockdown.