Break away to drink, dine and discover one of the Cape’s most exciting destinations – Cape Town’s northern vineyard at Durbanville, just 20 minutes from the CBD. This is the invitation of the revitalised Durbanville Wine Valley (DWV).
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Did you know? It is considered impolite to eat sushi with a fork and an insult to the sushi chef. Or at least it was according to an article I read many moons ago when my delicious sushi journey began. I tried using chopsticks but never quite mastered the art. Most Japanese people eat sushi with their hands and I too have always enjoyed eating with my hands. It takes the sensory experience of touch to another level, so it was only natural for me to do so with sushi.
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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 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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