This delicious Red Lentil and Chicken Curry is a recipe my daughter, Ally, has been making and the best part is, it is a one-pot-wonder! The recipe was initially introduced to us by my brother and sister-in-law, who live in the UK. We have modified the cooking method to make it even easier to prepare. […]
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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.
The Constantia Wine Route: Need to Know Facts
When you mention wine tasting in the Cape, many people will automatically think of regions such as Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. We often overlook The Constantia Wine Route, a fantastic wine region, which is on our doorstep. I thought I would share a few Need-To-Know Facts about this wonderful Wine Valley. Twitter Facebook 0 Pinterest 0 […]
Festive Lunch with Laborie Wine
At the end of last year, to kick-start the season of feasting and celebration, I hosted a three-course “festive lunch”, in collaboration with Laborie Wine. The menu I created, centred around the idea of sharing delicious seasonal food, complemented by a fantastic selection of Laborie wines. Twitter Facebook 18 Pinterest 0 StumbleUpon 0
Kitchen Essentials Oryx Braai Salt
I am always trying new products in my kitchen, some good, some so-so, and others terrible. The “keepers” take pride of place on my kitchen shelves, thus becoming essentials. This sparked the idea of starting a new series and sharing a few of my finds with you. The first contender in my Kitchen Essentials series […]
Tuk Tuk Microbrewery Franschhoek
Tuk Tuk Microbrewery is a beer lover’s heaven! Located on Main Street Franschhoek, the collaboration between the Leeu Collection and the Cape Brewing Company {CBC} has proved extremely popular. Twitter Facebook 10 Pinterest 0 StumbleUpon 0
Ryan’s Kitchen Chefs Selection Menu 2017
Ryan’s Kitchen, in Franschhoek, has always been one of our favourite restaurants in the Valley. It holds lots of special memories, and we have always had such great dining experiences there. When invited back recently, you did not have to ask me twice. In fact, any reason to go to Franschhoek and I am in! Grant […]
Hollywood Glamour Alphen Boutique Hotel
The Alphen Boutique Hotel in Constantia has been on my “staycation” bucket list for quite a while. I think the main draw for me is the old world, glamorous style of the hotel. Many five star hotels are extremely modern, and while I like modern, I have been hankering for something a bit different. Twitter Facebook 0 […]
Bon Cap Dream Wedding Venue Robertson
A recent road trip found us exploring the Robertson Wine Valley. One of the stops on our journey was Bon Cap Wedding Venue, for lunch at Bon Rouge Bistro. Twitter Facebook 0 Pinterest 0 StumbleUpon 0