Nominations have opened for the first South African Bar and Beverage Awards 2023, which recognises the country’s finest cocktail bars, most talented mixologists and the best local beverage producers. The 32-strong judging panel includes top leaders of the industry, headed by Cape Town-based spirits and cocktail writer Leah van Deventer. The panel is also a 50/50 gender split, and several stages of judging will be included to ensure transparency and professionalism, according to Bizcommunity. ‘I’m delighted to have the opportunity to collaborate on an awards programme that prioritizes an ethical approach at every step, and proud of the comprehensive nomination-and-judging system…
Nestled between the rolling hills of the Cape Winelands and the sparkling waters of the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Town is a paradise for wine lovers. With its rich…
South African radio personality Philicity Reeken doesn’t just brighten up the mornings of so many around the country as part of Jacaranda FM’s Breakfast With Martin Bester team, but she’s also an avid foodie and loves to get creative in the kitchen when she’s got a little bit of time in between her busy day. Philicity, like so many around the world, is looking forward to the coronation of King Charles III this weekend, and took at stab at the popular Royal Family Coronation Quiche that has been trending on social media. The quiche has a crisp pastry case with…
Brunch culture has been all the rage for quite some time now, but have you ever experienced a queer brunch party? Look no further than Safehouse’s Queens Who…
Martha Collison’s Coronation Crown Scones The 6th of May is the Coronation of King Charles III and chefs, home cooks, and bakers are sharing Coronation-inspired eats to celebrate the occasion. BBC World’s Table shared Martha Collison’s Coronation Crown Scone recipe that promises to be a fun bake this weekend. “I’ve infused my scone dough with Darjeeling tea and honey: supposedly how King Charles takes his afternoon cup of tea, and have used scissors to shape the top of the dough into a crown, so they will really stand out in your Afternoon Tea spread.” – Martha Collison ALSO SEE: Spinach…
Several top South African chefs and personalities as well as an award-winning UK chef will take to the stage when The Plant Powered Show returns to the Cape…
It was always a matter of when, not if. And now Johannesburg’s restaurant-going fraternity finally have the answer: Luke Dale Roberts and his crew of talented chefs unveiled a permanent home for The Pot Luck Club Johannesburg, one of the restaurants in Johannesburg. Since opening atop Cape Town’s Old Biscuit Mill Precinct in 2012 The Pot Luck Club has become one of the Mother City’s most successful eateries, as famous for its award-winning menu of global tapas as its spirited service and creative cocktails. READ MORE: Owner of The Pot Luck Club launches new restaurant in Cape Town While Johannesburg…
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May the 4th (be with you) is seen as Star Wars Day – a tribute to the incredibly popular franchise. We thought we’d share some fun sweet treats to try for both adults and children alike. Wookiee Cookies Transform your gingerbread men into wookiee cookies! You’ll need: Your favourite gingerbread recipe A gingerbread man cookie cutter A fork to make the fur indents Chocolate chips to melt for decorating View this post on Instagram A post shared by @sugarednerd Baby Yoda doughnuts Baby Yoda (rightly so) went viral when The Mandalorian came out in 2019. Try…
Wine is to alcoholic beverages what art galleries are to Instagram. You can’t enjoy it peacefully without someone explaining why you enjoy it. And most of us have most likely…