• The next chapter of Brookdale Estate’s narrative takes shape in The Bistro and the Tasting Room, located on the gentle slopes of the farthest corner of vineyards and looking over a sea of vineyards and the mountainous landscape. Located in the estate’s newly established cellar, The Bistro at Brookdale is officially open for lunch from Tuesdays to Sundays and dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings. The Tasting Room is open daily from 11am to 5pm, except for Mondays, and allows visitors the opportunity to taste wines grown on the estate and vinified by winemaker Kiara Scott. Picture: VISIGRAFI / Supplied…

    We had to share our best pancake recipes to enjoy for Pancake Day! From sweet dessert-inspired pancakes to savoury breakfast pancakes, we’ve got a delicious collection of flopproof pancake recipes for you to choose from. Fluffy Japanese pancakes The Japanese quite literally take pancakes to new heights with this recipe. Popularly known as soufflé pancakes, these soft, cottony clouds of deliciousness melt in your mouth and make getting out of bed completely worth it. ALSO SEE: How to make fluffy Japanese pancakes Pancakes with fruit and chocolate sauce It’s hard to believe these pancakes are vegan! Ricotta…

    Tacos three ways These simple tacos allow everyone to pick and choose their favourite fillings for a fun and informal dinner. PREP TIME: 30 min | COOK TIME:…

    Steak sandwich with super greens This steak sandwich is layered with what we think is the new holy grail of steak sauces. To make the steak sandwich a heartier main meal, serve with a bowl of thick-cut chips or crisps, or a simple salad for a lighter result. PREP TIME: 15 min | COOK TIME: 50 min | TOTAL TIME: 65 min | SERVES: 4 INGREDIENTS 4 x 120g steaks 8 slices bread For The Sauce: 4 shallots, peeled and cut in half 2 handfuls curly kale pieces 1tbsp olive oil 150g crème fraiche 1tsp liquid beef stock 1tsp Dijon mustard…

    Relaxed, discrete, unpretentious. This is how you can explain the appearance of Hope Distillery’s StrangeLove Cocktail Lounge in Salt River – the building across the way is derelict and for sale. But, ascend the staircase and that grimy look has given way to a sophisticated and beautifully designed space – as if punk has grown up. Picture: Warren Heath Every now and then, an establishment like Strange Love opening up reminds us that the Salt River/ Woodstock has been one of the mother city’s emerging neighbourhoods, and is on the fast track to being the trendsetter. Hope Distillery, founded in…

    Krispy Kreme® is giving you 3 reasons to Indulge with their new irresistible Magnum® doubledipped, crack-in-your-mouth doughnut range. “It has been an exciting journey, co-creating the most indulgent Magnum inspired doughnuts together with the Krispy Kreme team. This collaboration truly captures our signature Magnum cracking chocolate and toppings in a doughnut and Chiller. We are ready to delight all Krispy Kreme doughnut lovers and Magnum pleasure seekers alike!” – Ant Borstlap, Senior Ice- Cream Marketing Manager Unilever South Africa. “The golden collaboration with Magnum® has allowed both brands to push partnership and innovation boundaries, to create a one-of-a-kind experience. The…