2019 has proven to be a hectic year, which is why any opportunity to unplug is most welcome. Grant and I recently spent a relaxing night in one of the new Opstal Stay, self-catering units, in the picturesque Slanghoek Valley.
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Opstal Stay in The Slanghoek Valley
Monneaux Restaurant Summer Menu
As you already know, Franschhoek is one of my favourite Winelands towns - any chance to spend the night, and wild horses could not keep me away! Grant and I recently spent the night at Franschhoek Country Guest House, which included dinner at Monneaux Restaurant to taste their new summer menu.
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Wildekrans Country House Elgin
Elgin is a beautiful lush green area, surrounded by mountains, in the Overberg. Renowned for its apple orchards and cool-climate wines, the area has so much to offer. Grant and I recently spent a weekend there and stayed at Wildekrans Country House.
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Anthonij Rupert Optima 2015 – Wine Matters
I have tasted several excellent Bordeaux style blends this year. One in particular that made quite an impression is the Anthonij Rupert Optima 2015.
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Andreas Country House Wellington
Thus far 2019 has been all about discovering hidden gems. One, in particular, is Andreas Country House in Wellington. Grant and I spent a night there last month and fell in love with this stunning property.
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Saronsberg Cellar and Vineyard Cottages
There are so many wine regions in the Cape that I have yet to explore properly — one of these being the historic Tulbagh Valley. The red wines from Saronsberg Cellar, in Tulbagh, have always been among my favourites, making it hard to believe that I had yet to visit the estate. All that changed with a recent trip to Saronsberg Cellar and a stay in their Vineyard Cottages.
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Galileo Open Air Cinema Summer 2019/2020
It is summer in Cape Town, which means longer days, warm balmy nights and the return of The Galileo Open Air Cinema. The Galileo is Cape Town’s famous outdoor movie experience, under the stars.
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Tryn Restaurant Steenberg Estate’s Signature Eatery
I recently had the privilege of dining at Tryn Restaurant Steenberg Wine Estate’s newly launched signature eatery.
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Turbine Hotel & Spa – Thesen Island Luxury
I love discovering beautifully decorated spaces, especially when there is a quirky element at play! The Turbine Hotel & Spa is all this and more; a space celebrating contemporary design, interwoven with the history of the area.
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