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Palates And Paintbrushes
Cape Town’s Norval Foundation celebrates contemporary South African art – and The Skotnes Restaurant within its precinct pays the same homage in its meticulously curated menu. This is where canvas, cuisine and cultural heritage intersect – deliciously!
In Perfect Harmony
French writer Marcel Proust wrote of the “exquisite pleasure” derived from the taste of a madeleine. Never has a restaurant been more aptly named then than Pretoria’s La Madeleine, where father-and-daughter team, Daniel and Anne Leusch, ensure exquisite pleasure is always the order of the day…
Our Lust List
It’s the finer things in life, the luxuries that make you gasp, drool and clap your hands with delight when you lay eyes on them. To sum it up, it’s the indulgences we want to need. Here are just some we’d like you to want to need too...
Liquid Aminos
Put simply, liquid aminos taste very similar to soya sauce, except they come loaded with health benefits.
The Fragrant Kitchen
From the Spice Trails of a Subcontinent Just Off Asia Comes a New Gem to the Franschhoek Leeu Collection Treasure – Marigold, as Exotic as the Fiery Flower It Derives From, Brings North India Home
A Mattifying Foundation
Private Chef Matt Manning’s Invites Are Highly Coveted. He Recently Hosted a Bevy of Empowered, “i Got This” Women to a Fabulous Brunch With All the Trimmings
The Power Of Elegance
When She Came Across A Beautifully Subtle Wine, Relatively Unknown And Somewhat Mysterious, Our Ed, Andrea Pafitis-Hill, Went Beyond The Bottle To Unearth Its Provenance.
To The Manor Born
Imagine a world of white gloves and silver service, where your bath is drawn for you, breakfast brought to you in bed and your household is run like a celebrity’s
That's Amori!
Having driven herself so hard during her chef training days that she questioned whether a life in the culinary industry was what she really wanted, Amori Burger persevered. And with all she’s gone on to achieve – most recently, as head chef of Van Der Linde restaurant in Joburg’s suburb of Linden, we’re thrilled she stayed the course!
Hats Off
This Women’s Day, we honour three of South Africa’s most celebrated women in the food and wine industries. May their stories inspire you to follow your dream and leave your own legacy. As author Diane Mariechild said: “A woman is the full circle. Within her is the power to create, nurture and transform”
Our Lust List
It’s the finer things in life, the luxuries that make you gasp, drool and clap your hands with delight when you lay eyes on them. To sum it up, it’s the indulgences we want to need. Here are just some we’d like you to want to need too...
A Fyn Art
Skills forged over years of experience in some of the country’s finest epicurean destinations combined with a meeting of minds has culminated in the carefully crafted masterpiece that is Fyn in Cape Town’s CBD.
Trivia
OF HEALTH, HALLOWEEN AND HEAVENLY BUBBLES!
Star Gazing in Paradise
When the constance hotels and resorts group paired chefs from their indian ocean properties with international michelin-starred chefs, the resulting constellation shone with sheer artistic brilliance. Our food ed claire was there to experience the mastery.
Capital Dining
Pretoria-based sous chef, Mary Hlongwane relishes her role of creating blissful Belgian-style bistronomy at La Madeleine, which remains one of the capital’s most iconic family run restaurants since its inception over 30 years ago
Cherry-Picking Gins
With so many gins on the market, it can be difficult to find something unusual.
Toast Of The Town
Tostato, translating to “toast” in Italian, has found a new meaning, thanks to Sonel Venter and David Hobbs’s Tostato Bakery – a pop-up business that can only be found at two local markets – enticing customers from Joburg to Harties with an array of delectable breads and bakes
Out & About
Tucked away in a corner of the Cape Quarter Square, Lou Lou’s has a Jekyll and Hyde quality about it. By day, sit on the terrace at Parisian style café tables and watch the upwardly mobile stroll across the courtyard. By night, ensconce yourself in the moody bar – and stay till late.
Small But Perfectly Formed
In the Picturesque Wine Valley of Robertson Stands a Historic Landmark, as Steeped in Tradition as Its Owners. Like Father, Like Daughter, Abigail Rands Welcomes Us at the Door of the Victorian Robertson Small Hotel and Invites Us in.
A Guiding Light
Since 2001, the Breast Health Foundation (BHF) has been a support structure to those affected by breast cancer. From creating awareness to offering insightful talks, BHF has been a great help in reducing the number of individuals suffering from locally advanced cancer.
Home Is Where The Heart Is
With a great love for Africa grinding at its core, Motherland Coffee Company is a strong proponent of African brews. Started by a trio of passionate locals, this brand is shaking up the industry with its nationalistic offerings and unique approach
Against The Odds
Growing up, Joseph Matheatau dreamt of a better life. Today, he is the first blind barista in South Africa. Jenny Handley caught up with him to learn more about his life’s journey.
Dining By Design
Restaurant plates and interiors work in partnership to impress at Franschhoek’s Le Quartier Français boutique hotel and its award-winning restaurant, La Petite Colombe. No matter where you cast your eye, there’s a lot to like
Deep-Fried Mac 'N Cheese Balls
Deep-fried mac, cheese ’n bacon balls
Spelt Flour
Spelt, also known as dinkel wheat or hulled wheat, is an ancient grain that’s native to Iran and parts of Europe. One of the first species of wheat used to make bread, it contains high levels of fibre, protein, vitamins and minerals. It’s also low in gluten, which makes it easy to digest.
The Other Side Of Wine
Having started out as a wine farm – much like the vinegar process itself – Rozendal Farm in Stellenbosch has slowly turned into a spectacular vinegar cellar
Unsung Hero
Skabenga, the resident cat at Umhlanga’s lush hotel The Oyster Box, has been welcoming guests to the award-winning establishment for over 10 years.
Fostering Hope
Joburg-based non-profit organisation Rape, Alcohol, Drug and Abuse (RADA) has extended its wonderful humanitarian work with the addition of RADA Care. Aimed at improving the lives of those in need, RADA Care is providing nutritious meals to the children of the Thato Ke Matla Foster and Safety House in Orange Farm
The Sweet Life
Armed with a scraper and a box filled with decorative delights, Melissa du Plessis – owner and mastermind behind the bespoke cake studio Honey Bee Baker – is shaking up the industry, one exquisite creation at a time
Gobey Or Go Home
Having recently won an American Express Dining Award for the 20th year in a row, it’s clear that the opulent Bellgables Country Restaurant in Swartkop, Gauteng, is an exemplary kingdom of epicurean pleasures. At its helm is tireless chef-patron Errol Gobey, who walks Anna Trapido through his life’s colourful journey...