Taste

Taste by Inspired Living - This SOUTH AFRICAN FOOD BLOG brings you the full spectrum of Taste and the best of the culinary world in South Africa. Read restaurant reviews, wine reviews, tips on food and wine pairing, as well as easy-to-follow recipes. Expect to have your taste buds tantalised and your culinary horizons broadened.

Drinks, Taste, Wine, Wine News

What Makes Izak Reserve 2013 a Top Bordeaux Blend

Since I started my blogging journey, wine appreciation has become an integral part of my focus. From the intricacies of winemaking to quaffing the end product, it is something I love exploring. I have had the opportunity of visiting some of the best wine farms in the Cape, as well as tasting some of the most incredible wine. One, in particular, that has stuck with me since my first sip is the Izak Reserve 2013 from Jason’s Hill. [Read more…]

Coffee, Restaurant Reviews, Taste

Big Dog Cafe Terbodore Coffee Franschhoek

Coffee connoisseurs will be ecstatic to know that Franschhoek is home to a fantastic new coffee spot! You all know how much I love coffee and a new coffee shop in my favourite Winelands town makes my heart sing. The recently opened Big Dog Cafe in Franschhoek, is part of the Terbodore Coffee Roasters family. [Read more…]

Taste, Wine, Wine Farms, Wine News

Jason’s Creek by Jason’s Hill – Wine News

As much as I love wine, I also love the flair & creativity behind the design of the label. One recent favourite is the new look Jason’s Creek label. [Read more…]

Coffee, Taste

Cape Coffee Culture in The Winelands

Cape Coffee Culture, as with many other artisanal crafts, has become hugely popular and rather trendy. Over the last few years, boutique roasters have popped up throughout the Cape. As a coffee lover, in the Cape, I am most assuredly spoilt for choice!

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Food, Healthy Recipes, Recipes, Taste

Roasted Tomato and Red Pepper Soup

The weather is changing and getting a bit cooler; this is the best time to start perfecting my soup recipes. Soup is one of my favourite comfort foods during winter, especially my Roasted Tomato and Red Pepper Soup. This dish is perfect as a dinner starter, or I love it for lunch, just add a handful of rustic croutons. [Read more…]