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
What we’re drinking this week: Inverroche Amber Gin This elegant amber gin is always a crowd-pleasing local hero… by Sarah Buitendach June 20, 2025 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
What we’re drinking this week: Vilafonté Seriously Old Dirt This cabernet-led red blend is smooth, elegant and damn classy… by Sarah Buitendach June 13, 2025 Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Hennessy XO Cognac The OG Cognac is available at Woolies. It’s a must for a booze connoisseur’s drinks cabinet… by Sarah Buitendach June 6, 2025 Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Van Ryn’s 10-year-old Single Potstill Brandy Warm up with a glass or two of this fine local liquor… by Sarah Buitendach May 30, 2025 Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Creation Reserve Chardonnay It might be very chilly, but that’s even more of a reason to get cosy and enjoy a very good glass of wine this… by Sarah Buitendach May 23, 2025 Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Kilchoman Sanaig and Machir Bay Scotch whiskies These two Kilchoman Scotch whiskies are worth a taste… by Sarah Buitendach May 16, 2025 Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Warwick Wines’ Cape Lady range Warwick Wines’ Cape Lady range of vino is always a good idea – but a stellar one for Mother’s Day especially… by Sarah Buitendach May 9, 2025 Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé Made from 100% pinot noir and aged for five years, Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé is a vibrant, show-stopping bubbly… by Sarah Buitendach April 25, 2025 Pleasure
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