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Fine Dining & Restaurants · 07 Jul 2026
Beyond the Wine Route: Discover Franschhoek’s Hidden Craft Beer Destination
Franschhoek may be South Africa’s wine capital, but just minutes from the village, Hey Joe Brewing Co. offers visitors a unique beer experience featuring one of the world’s rarest Belgian copper brewhouses, family-friend

Fine Dining & Restaurants · 08 Jun 2026
Group Dining at Tryn Steenberg Brings Connection and Comfort to the Table This Winter
From intimate celebrations to corporate lunches, Tryn at Steenberg Farm is redefining group dining with curated menus, private dining spaces and seasonal winter flavours in the heart of the Constantia Valley.

Fine Dining & Restaurants · 08 Jun 2026
More Than a Steakhouse: Inside the Playful Luxury of Moo Moo Mall of Africa
More than a steakhouse, Moo Moo Mall of Africa combines premium meat, fine wine and playful design to create one of Johannesburg’s most distinctive dining destinations.

Fine Dining & Restaurants · 26 May 2026
From The Fig Tree Kitchen: A Luxury Winter Dining Spread to Recreate at Home
The Fig Tree Restaurant at Simbithi Country Club shares a luxurious winter recipe collection, featuring seasonal dishes designed for elegant at-home dining.

Fine Dining & Restaurants · 13 May 2026
Inside Cape Town’s Most Coveted Kitchens: Chef Matt Manning’s Secret Ingredient
Cape Town chef Matt Manning reveals how smart kitchen technology is transforming fine dining. Discover his culinary philosophy and recreate his signature harissa lamb recipe at home.

Family & Fun · 05 May 2026
ENTRIES ARE OPEN FOR THE 2026 DINERS CLUB WINELIST AWARDS
Entries are now open for the 2026 Diners Club SA Winelist Awards, recognising South Africa’s top restaurant wine lists and excellence in hospitality.

Fine Dining & Restaurants · 10 Apr 2026
Three Boutique Bottles to Define the Autumn Season
As the air turns crisp and the light shifts, a new rhythm emerges in the cellar. Here is a curated selection for the transitional months, by Tongai Charie, Senior Sommelier at Upper Union. Autumn in the South Africa is a

Fine Dining & Restaurants · 08 Apr 2026
2025 DINERS CLUB SA WINELIST ICON AWARDS PRESENTED TO THE TOP FOUR EXCEPTIONAL RESTAURANTS
For more than three decades, the Diners Club Winelist Awards have set the benchmark for wine excellence in South Africa’s hospitality industry. The awards are presented across five tiers—Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond,

Fine Dining & Restaurants · 01 Apr 2026
Coffee-Infused Desserts Bring a Fresh Twist to Easter Baking
As Easter approaches and more South Africans turn to at-home baking, coffee-infused desserts are gaining popularity as a way to add depth to traditional treats. By incorporating cappuccino blends into seasonal recipes, h

Fine Dining & Restaurants · 20 Feb 2026
TANG Sandton Marks Five Years with a Bold New Chapter in Luxury Dining
In the ever-evolving world of luxury dining, few brands manage to capture the intangible spirit that transforms a meal into a cherished memory. TANG Hospitality stands out as a beacon of this philosophy — driven not mere

Fine Dining & Restaurants · 19 Feb 2026
Ōku Asian Eatery Expands with New À La Carte Menu in Franschhoek
Ōku Asian Eatery Opens the Door Even Wider The celebrated Ōku Asian Eatery in Franschhoek has evolved its dining experience to become even more accessible, introducing an à la carte menu alongside its signature Kaiseki o

Fine Dining & Restaurants · 11 Feb 2026
A Romantic Valentine’s Day at Home: Pumpkin Tart & Pumpkin Fritters by Radisson RED Cape Town
Planning an intimate Valentine’s Day at home? Skip the crowded restaurants and recreate a chef-inspired dessert experience in your own kitchen. Chelsea from Radisson RED Cape Town shares a beautifully indulgent pumpkin t

Fine Dining & Restaurants · 22 Dec 2025
Celebrating Culinary Excellence: Mauritius Triumphs at the Ubuntu Sommeliers Trophy
The Stellenbosch Wine Routes proudly congratulates the winning team of the prestigious Ubuntu Trophy international sommeliers contest, the largest of its kind in Africa. The winning team from Mauritius was crowned the 20
