Discover rich Stellenbosch farm heritageThis Heritage Month, immerse yourself in the unique stories and experiences of Vergenoegd Löw, one of South Africa's oldest working farms, established in 1696.Under the ownership of noted German historian and heritage specialist Prof. Dr. Dr. Peter Löw since 2015, this Stellenbosch estate cherishes its proud history and traditions while continuously innovating towards a...

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A total of 78 entries were received for this year’s annual Blaauwklippen Blending Competition. Blaauwklippen winemaker, Narina Cloete (middle) with The Dorstige Dertigs Wyn Klub Celebrating 41 year of the art of wine blending wine clubs from all over the country submitted their blends, but it was The Dorstige Dertigs Wyn Klub from the Western Cape who took home top...

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Throughout Heritage Month in September, South Africans come together to recognize and celebrate our Rainbow Nation’s rich tapestry of people, languages, and cultures. Across the nation, people gather to eat, drink, and be merry, embracing what makes us all uniquely South African. And there’s nothing more quintessentially South African than a braai. Regardless of language, race, or culture, the love...

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This Heritage Month, immerse yourself in the unique stories and tastes of Vergenoegd Löw, one of South Africa's oldest working farms, established in 1696.Recently revitalised, thanks to the investment of German historian and heritage specialist Prof Dr Dr Peter Löw, this Stellenbosch estate now operates as an intimate wine tourist destination in an authentic, self-sustaining farm environment that...

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The past two and a half years of Le Grand Domaine Enoteca have been marked by growth and shifts that have allowed it to explore multiple avenues of culinary and viticultural excellence. As this season progresses, it welcomes the changes brought forth and anticipates the success of the new management style, menu, and cocktail options.Chef Jean-Theo Newman has been...

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Tokara invites the public to enjoy a day of botanical splendour at the Rare Plant Fair and Open Garden on Saturday, 26 October 2024. This special event usually takes place in autumn but was postponed due to the devastating Cape storms.  This year it will be part of the Stellenbosch Garden Town festival, one of South Africa's most celebrated garden...

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Judges impressed by strong showings across vintagesThe 2024 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 competition judging panel included leading wine experts. Front from left is Pia Carstens from Ever South Africa; Anke van Zyl, an intern at Neil Ellis Wines; the panel convenor and Cape Wine Master Dr. Winifred Bowman; Dr. Carien Coetzee, oenologist of Basic Wine; and...

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It’s back! South Africa’s favourite food competition  The Porcupine Ridge Pizzeria Challenge - returns for a fourth outing to find out who is South Africa's favourite pizzamaker as voted for by consumers.In last year’s hotly contested competition, the top spot was reclaimed by the 2021 winner, Gino’s of Robertsham, having lost out in 2022 to Ferdinando’s, one of Cape...

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