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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Anthonij Rupert Optima 2015 – Wine Matters
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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The Den Apartments Stellenbosch
Something both Grant and I love about living in the Cape is that there are so many exciting and different destinations, such as Stellenbosch, just over an hours drive from the city. We often opt for self-catering accommodation when we travel, making it easier to come and go as we please. The Den Apartments, in Stellenbosch, is an ideal base for exploring this historical Winelands town.
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Elgin Blossom Weekend – Out & About
This weekend we are off to Elgin for what promises to be a fun, adventure-filled weekend exploring the area. We will be enjoying various activities, which are part of The Elgin Blossom Weekend. The festivities are taking place on Saturday the 12th and Sunday the 13th of October.
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Sense of Place from Stellenbosch Hills
Today I am sharing about two new wine releases from the Sense of Place range, by Stellenbosch Hills. First impressions - the wine labels are absolutely gorgeous!
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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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Pierneef à La Motte Celebrating Our Culinary Heritage
Grant and I recently spent a day at Pierneef à La Motte Restaurant, in Franschhoek, celebrating our culinary heritage. Eating delicious food, drinking fantastic wine and sharing unique food stories, is the perfect way to celebrate your heritage! And the setting for lunch on the outside deck is magical and wonderfully relaxing, especially after a long busy week.
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Five Shy Meerkats Oudtshoorn
A highlight during my recent trip to Oudtshoorn was our visit to the Five Shy Meerkats Conservation Project. I loved every minute of this unique and fascinating experience, well except for the 5 am wakeup-call, as we had to be there by sunrise!
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Wildehondekloof Oudtshoorn Luxury Lodge
After a fun few hours spent at Safari Ostrich Farm, we set out for Wildehondekloof. After a few hectic weeks, arriving at Wildehondekloof was a bit like heaven on earth!
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Safari Ostrich Farm with Cape Country Routes
A recent media trip found me exploring Oudtshoorn, an area that I have not visited in years. For me, the first two things that come to mind when someone mentions Oudtshoorn are crocodiles and ostriches. So it was not very surprising that our first activity was the Safari Ostrich Farm, part of Cape Country Routes.
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Spice Route Destination & Jewell’s Paarl
We eventually made it to Spice Route in Paarl. Grant and I were so excited, as it has been on our bucket list for quite a while! The experience lived up to all our expectations!
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Delheim 2019 Pinotage Rosé with Khao Soi
In keeping with the current rosé wine theme on my Instagram feed, I thought I would share a delicious fruit-forward offering from Delheim. In the midst of the freezing cold weather, the delicate salmon coloured hue of the 2019 Delheim Pinotage Rosé has one longing for the warmth of summer.
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Satay Chicken Skewers with Spicy Noodles
Repetitive weekday meals can get so dull, which is why I like to try new recipes a few times a month. I found this recipe in one of my favourite cookbooks, Jamie's 30 Minute Meals, but have adapted it to suit our taste. With the result, my Satay Chicken Skewers with Spicy Noodles now makes a regular appearance on our menu plan and is a family favourite.
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