Inspired by the wealth of indigenous flora and fynbos on the estate, the La Motte Bakery has a new botanical-inspired loaf baked with 50% rye and 50% organic whole wheat flour with a delicate touch of Buchu, a hint of pink pepper, some fynbos honey and the estate’s EVOO. The Bakery recommends a soft slice…
Step inside Chunky Chau Sandton and you immediately know you are somewhere wonderfully different. Bold, theatrical and effortlessly Instagrammable, the restaurant combines striking interiors with a playful personality that makes every visit feel like an occasion. Moody lighting, rich colour, dramatic decorative details and eye-catching murals create irresistible photographic backdrops. The quirky “Chau” style flows…
Fans of the Leopard’s Leap South African Table will be delighted to hear that this acclaimed culinary experience focusing on authentic South African flavours, is reopening to a brand-new season of food and wine enjoyment. Just in time for Heritage Month celebrations in September, guests are invited to take a seat at the generous table in the vibey…
There is something particularly satisfying about a wine collection that rewards curiosity. Holden Manz’s newly released Reserve Collection does exactly that, bringing together a selection of wines that showcase the character of their vineyards, the individuality of each vintage and a winemaking approach where patience is very much part of the process. From the elegant…
The Durbanville vineyards have once again demonstrated the superior quality of their wines following a historic performance of valley producers at the Young Wine Show this past week. Not only did this powerhouse famous for its Sauvignon blanc demonstrate its prowess with Shiraz and Chenin blanc varieties too, but it also made a clean sweep…
Every August, guests to La Motte Wine Estate in the Franschhoek Valley have the opportunity to experience Shiraz (or Syrah as it is called here) in a variety of ways. As part of the estate’s celebration of National Shiraz Day (21 August) and its participation in Seven Days of Shiraz (21 – 28 August), the…
A bold new dining experience has arrived in Johannesburg, with STOK’D officially opening its doors at Omni Square Shopping Centre in Bassonia on 1 August 2026. Built around the energy of charcoal cooking, generous food, music, atmosphere and shared dining, STOK’D is the latest venture from internationally respected hospitality entrepreneur Bradley Michael, alongside hospitality leader…
It is often said that Shiraz is a good match to spicy food, but not all spicy food is the same. Between the sweet spice of Bobotie and the hot spice of Thai, where does the affinity of Shiraz lie? Shiraz is renowned for its exceptional and lush mid-palate and mouthfeel. The grape is naturally…
Marble Hospitality, in partnership with Air France-KLM, is bringing South America’s vibrant culinary spirit to South Africa through Roots of Flavour, a new three-part collaboration series that will see celebrated chefs from Mexico, Panama and Peru cook alongside the Marble Hospitality team in Johannesburg and Cape Town. The series begins in September with Chef Alberto Preciado Navarro…
Every South African knows a good boerie roll. The smell of boerewors on the braai, the soft white roll waiting on the side, the fried onions, the smoor, the sauces, the first bite that is messy, warm and completely worth it. It is the kind of food memory that belongs to school fairs, rugby days,…