If you have chosen to enjoy the calm of Gauteng over the festive season rather than brave the madness at the coast, cheers to you! The good news is that the Four Seasons at Westcliff, Johannesburg, has prepared a glamorous and entertaining programme of special events to celebrate the fast-approaching festive season. A series of [...]
Ever since the historic Constantia Nek restaurant was given its major facelift two years ago by the Harbour House Group it has become a buzzing social and dining destination for locals and visitors alike. The latest dynamic development for the picturesque setting is a fine dining experience; The Restaurant @ The Nek by local talent [...]
Chef Virgil Kahn has just spent three awe-(and menu) inspiring weeks in South East Asia, discovering the flavours, ingredients and people of this diverse part of the world. Kahn spent three weeks working and dining in some of the world’s best restaurants. His epicurean journey began and ended at two fellow Relais & Châteaux properties. [...]
Hidden away in the beautiful and picturesque Franschhoek pass, you'll find the luxury boutique hotel and wine estate, La Petite Ferme. This spring, they launched their newly refurbished Vineyard Suites. And they’re simply, beautiful. We recently had the opportunity to visit this esteemed estate for an overnight stay in the Léman Suite, based on the [...]
With two years trading under its belt, the Idiom Restaurant & Tasting Centre has fast become a must-visit destination for those seeking a vineyard setting with 180 degree panoramic views of both sea and mountain with spectacular cuisine and a wide range of top wines to match. Situated near Sir Lowry’s Pass, Idiom is one [...]
Salsify (Sal-suh-fee): A root vegetable with an oyster-like flavour, popular in old French and modern British cuisine Salsify at The Roundhouse opened its doors on 16 October with an à la carte menu that in time, says Chef Ryan Cole, this might develop into a tasting menu based on the successes of the à la [...]
The story behind Saint “Essentially, it’s all about the energy that a beautiful room and simple food brings. It’s not poncy and hushed. Instead, it’s expressive and simple and so are the surroundings, the music and the people. But, it’s a big place and it fills with energy, both in the kitchen and on the [...]
