Backsberg Family Wines is proud to introduce its latest culinary experience, Braai with Backsberg, launching on Saturday, 6 December at the estate’s picturesque Franschhoek tasting room. Hosted every Saturday throughout summer, this immersive experience pays tribute to the heart of South African living—celebrating the simple pleasures of good food and fine wine, enjoyed against a…
Where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet at the foot of Table Mountain, a new culinary chapter unfolds at Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town with the official opening of Amura by Ángel León. For the first time outside of his home country Spain, Michelin-starred Chef Ángel León brings his pioneering culinary philosophy across…
Cape Town, 4 December 2025 – The Winchester Boutique Hotel, a long-standing landmark on Cape Town’s Sea Point Promenade, has revealed a refreshed look following the soft refurbishment of all 78 guest rooms and a significant update to its event space offering. The project, undertaken in collaboration with interior designer Francois du Plessis, brings new…
A wonder-filled world where family finds fun together In a land not so far away, where colours turn their brightiest and laughter lasts a little longerer, a brand-new story is unfolding. From the creators of The Luxurious Marble Circus, comes an extraordinary new chapter. The Magical Marble Family Fest, a first-of-its-kind, wonder-filled world made for families to play, explore…
Johannesburg, 4 December 2025 – HYROX returned to Johannesburg for the second time this year, welcoming many first-time participants. HYROX Johannesburg returned to the Johannesburg Expo Centre, marking a significant milestone as South Africa’s first two-day HYROX event in the city and drawing thousands of athletes from across the region to compete in one of…
Festive fun and Dezemba vibes at The Galileo Open Air Cinema The Galileo Open Air Cinema – The Galileo can’t wait to ho ho host you this festive season. Ke Dezemba! It’s Dezemba and time for a much-needed breather to celebrate the year, and connect with friends, family, and loved ones. We can now look…
Who’s fast, who’s furious and who’s on their phone – according to Discovery Insure Holiday Drive Trends report Discovery Insure 2025 Holiday Drive Trends Report reveals which city has SA’s best holiday drivers – and how men, women, and favourite travel routes compare Discovery Insure has unveiled its latest Holiday Drive Trends report, offering a…
From ship to shore, today’s cruises offer an unforgettable cultural journey When Nirosha Sidat, Country Manager (Africa) for Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), observes that “more and more guests are looking for an experience rather than booking a destination”, she’s describing a fundamental shift in how today’s passengers travel by sea. Modern cruises are no longer…
Chef Peter Tempelhoff and team’s latest project, Arum, a contemporary, produce-driven restaurant shaped by fire, seasonality, and the natural rhythm of the farm, is now open on the acclaimed Franschhoek farm and wine estate. Led by Executive Chef and Partner Travis Finch, Arum brings a modern, globally influenced approach to farm-to-table dining, framed by the…
In the heart of Franschhoek — South Africa’s gourmet capital — exceptional taste is more than a promise; it’s a philosophy. And nowhere is that philosophy realised more beautifully than at Le Coin Français, the acclaimed culinary destination by celebrated chef Darren Badenhorst. A place where every plate is a canvas, every flavour is deliberate,…