Eight questions for the interested and interesting: Chris Albrecht From Deon Meyer to Pearl Jam, Bouchard Finlayson winemaker Chris Albrecht dishes on what excites him beyond the vineyard… by Sarah Buitendach February 6, 2026 Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Babylonstoren Pinotage A Woolworths-exclusive Babylonstoren Pinotage that’s classy and food friendly, with plenty of uniquely Cape character… by Sarah Buitendach January 30, 2026 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Tamboerskloof Rosé Tamboerskloof Rosé is pale, dry and beautifully textured, with red berry, peach and spice notes – an elegant Woolworths summer staple… by Sarah Buitendach January 16, 2026 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
BEST OF 2025: The R1m bottle of South African sweet wine – and what it means for the market The secondary market is reshaping SA’s wine market – and opening doors for collectors and investors alike… by Sarah Buitendach December 31, 2025 Pleasure
BEST OF 2025: From Bordeaux to Bottelary: why French wine capital loves the Cape Tim Cohen looks at the French wine producers flourishing in the Cape wine industry, in spite of challenges such as low general profitability in… by Tim Cohen December 28, 2025 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Black Oystercatcher Rosé A crisp, fruity delight with pink lady apple bite and passionfruit notes – the perfect summer sip is Black Oystercatcher Rosé… by Sarah Buitendach December 12, 2025 Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Graham Beck Pinot Meunier MCC Graham Beck’s Pinot Meunier MCC is a celebration of the red grape varietal, used the fine South African way… by Sarah Buitendach December 5, 2025 Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Jordan Assyrtiko A bright, mineral Assyrtiko from Jordan that brings Santorini freshness to South Africa. It’s citrusy, saline and perfect for summer sipping… by Sarah Buitendach November 28, 2025 Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Capensis Silene Chardonnay Capensis’s Silene Chardonnay 2023 is an elegant, high-altitude Cape white with citrus, peach and mineral finesse – a quietly luxurious weekend pick… by Sarah Buitendach November 21, 2025 Pleasure
The Currency gift guide… goes full boet For the boets and boytjies, here are treats and gifts to bring them some gees this festive season… Sarah BuitendachRobyn Alexander November 16, 2025 Pleasure
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