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: 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: 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
Pret A Manger lands in South Africa. Is it worth the hype? Pret A Manger has opened in Joburg. How does it stack up? We compare the UK giant’s first SA store to its London counterpart… Sarah BuitendachJo Buitendach March 14, 2025 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Woolies canned wine Pop into a boutique booze shop or big retailer in London or New York and you’ll see rows and rows of canned drinks. There… by Sarah Buitendach October 25, 2024 Food & Drinks·Pleasure
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