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Beyond the Wine Route: Discover Franschhoek’s Hidden Craft Beer Destination

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

Group Dining at Tryn Steenberg Brings Connection and Comfort to the Table This Winter

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.

More Than a Steakhouse: Inside the Playful Luxury of Moo Moo Mall of Africa

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.

From The Fig Tree Kitchen: A Luxury Winter Dining Spread to Recreate at Home

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.

Inside Cape Town’s Most Coveted Kitchens: Chef Matt Manning’s Secret Ingredient

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.

ENTRIES ARE OPEN FOR THE 2026 DINERS CLUB WINELIST AWARDS

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.

Three Boutique Bottles to Define the Autumn Season

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

2025 DINERS CLUB SA WINELIST ICON AWARDS PRESENTED TO THE TOP FOUR EXCEPTIONAL RESTAURANTS

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,

Coffee-Infused Desserts Bring a Fresh Twist to Easter Baking

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

TANG Sandton Marks Five Years with a Bold New Chapter in Luxury Dining

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

Ōku Asian Eatery Expands with New À La Carte Menu in Franschhoek

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

A Romantic Valentine’s Day at Home: Pumpkin Tart & Pumpkin Fritters by Radisson RED Cape Town

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

Celebrating Culinary Excellence: Mauritius Triumphs at the Ubuntu Sommeliers Trophy

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