Constantia Cluedo at the Cellars Hohenhort

A gang of grape thugs are on the loose in Constantia. With a couple of 'suspects' its got all the makings of a detective board game.
 
Published on: 30 Jul 10
 
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Hints of spring at the Nederburg pre-Auction tasting

With winter in full swing I like to convince myself that spring is almost here. At least the wine calendar is heating up.
 
Published on: 13 Jul 10
 
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Food critic C Louis Leipoldt and Cuvée

Simonsig's restaurant Cuvée goes back in time with a nostalgic menu of boerekos. But will the sentimentalist diner approve?
 
Published on: 07 Jul 10
 
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Of wine lists and worms

Lunch at the V&A Waterfront turned out to be very eventful with a wine list and worm contributing to a not-so-satisfying afternoon.
 
Published on: 02 Jul 10
 
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Back roads of Elgin

Two boutique wineries in Elgin are producing wines designed for "occasions, not awards".
 
Published on: 30 Jun 10
 
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World Cup 2010 - I was there

"Portuguese Champagne" for Portugal's victory...
 
Published on: 24 Jun 10
 
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Neuras Winery on the fringes of Sossusvlei produces a stunning Shiraz.

Bubble dehydration in Swakopmund

In search of bubbles in Namibia - and a seal called Spotty...
 
Published on: 08 Jun 10
 
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Crudely-named but beautiful food at Long Table Restaurant

Normally, I like to be able to choose who I share my lunch table with but at Long Table Restaurant and Café I don't care who sits down with me. The food is that good.
 
Published on: 01 Jun 10
 
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Hitting the Sweet Spot

I love Cape Town winters - but only when accompanied by lots of Noble Late Harvest wines and some extras on the side...
 
Published on: 25 May 10
 
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An invitation to John Mayer to join Single Vineyards Wine Club

Will heartbroken pop-rocker John Mayer join our wine club?
 
Published on: 14 May 10