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A review of Tambourine, and the economics of caring A review of Tambourine, Cape Town’s farm-to-table restaurant linked to a Khayelitsha community farm, where care is part of the menu… by Kathryn White July 3, 2026 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Vergelegen MMV Cap Classique Vergelegen MMV Cap Classique Brut is fresh, elegant, and packed with citrus and brioche notes… by Sarah Buitendach July 3, 2026 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Restless River Main Road & Dignity Cabernet Sauvignon Restless River Main Road & Dignity Cabernet Sauvignon brings together ripe cassis, red cherry and hints of fynbos… by Sarah Buitendach June 19, 2026 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Henri Cognac Sparkling Ginger Spirit Cooler French cognac, sparkling ginger and just the right amount of spice come together in this polished, ready-to-drink serve… by Sarah Buitendach June 12, 2026 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Lautus De-Alcoholised Sauvignon Blanc Lautus Sauvignon Blanc is crisp, bright and properly polished – an alcohol-free bottle that doesn’t feel like a taste and enjoyment compromise… by Sarah Buitendach June 5, 2026 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
Ti Amo: why we love this Joburg bakery and restaurant From its Sandhurst Shell garage shop to Parktown North’s new Nine Yards, bakery-restaurant-deli-neighbourhood spot Ti Amo is pure magic… by Sarah Buitendach May 31, 2026 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: De Wetshof Cherrystone Hill Pinot Noir The De Wetshof Cherrystone Hill Pinot Noir is all about ripe cherry, delicate spice and easy, everyday pouring… by Sarah Buitendach May 29, 2026 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
The key ingredient: avocados Avocados have travelled from ancient Mexico to Instagram fame, gathering odd history, curious recipes and cult status along the way… by The Rural Cook May 22, 2026 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Meerlust Rubicon Meerlust’s celebrated red blend delivers dark fruits and savoury depth in every glass… by Sarah Buitendach May 22, 2026 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
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