Latest and greatest: what’s new in Joburg and Cape Town New eats, cafés, shops and more: from Ocaso’s Mexican vibes to Ladurée’s Parisian chic, here’s what’s hot in Joburg and Cape Town right now… by Jo Buitendach September 7, 2025 Food & Drinks·Pleasure 1
The key ingredient: pears In the fourth of our series of ingredient-focused food columns, the Rural Cook explains why, as the old English saying goes, one must stay… by The Rural Cook August 3, 2025 Food & Drinks·Pleasure 2
New(ish) in town Jo Buitendach points out a few fresh (and freshly revamped) Joburg eating and drinking spots well worth your time – perfect for working, coffee… by Jo Buitendach July 13, 2025 Food & Drinks·Pleasure 5
What we’re drinking this week: The Glenlivet 12 Year Old Single Malt Smooth vanilla, tropical fruit and that Glenlivet pineapple twist – a classic Speyside malt for the connoisseur and the curious… by Sarah Buitendach July 11, 2025 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
The key ingredient: brassicas In the third of our series of ingredient-focused food columns, The Rural Cook makes a strong case for that very under-loved family of veggies,… by The Rural Cook July 6, 2025 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Santa Cristina Chianti Superiore A smooth, cherry-laced chianti with Tuscan pedigree is our pick for special winter entertaining… by Sarah Buitendach July 4, 2025 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Cuvée des Antiques Châteauneuf-du-Pape An iconic French red that pairs beautifully with winter fare… by Sarah Buitendach June 27, 2025 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
Three men and their baby Curate at Ellerman House blends local flavours, fine wine and striking design for Cape Town’s most immersive new fine-dining experience… by Martin Jacobs June 13, 2025 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
The key ingredient: citrus In the second of our series of ingredient-focused food columns, The Rural Cook examines the intersection of amphetamines and aromatherapy in citrus… by The Rural Cook June 8, 2025 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
The key ingredient: quinces In the first of a biweekly series of ingredient-focused food columns, we examine the transformative, transcendent quince.… by The Rural Cook May 11, 2025 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
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