After three decades of offshore ownership, Paarl’s iconic Grande Roche Hotel is back in South African hands. The hotel has been acquired by entrepreneurs Hansie and Theresa Britz. Both …
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Pinotage Day at Lanzerac
Earlier this year on the 13th of October, I was invited to celebrate Pinotage Day at the iconic Lanzerac Wine Estate – one of my favourite destinations in my home town of Stellenbosch.
Asian-style braised lamb shanks with orange, ginger, star anise and soy
I’m one of those people that love my meat “saucy”. Slow braising is thus a great choice – really tender meat that’s been cooked in some liquid for a few …
Review: Merino lamb terroir tasting with Bertus Basson
Yesterday I attended the first merino tasting session hosted by well known Stellenbosch Chef Bertus Basson and Cape wine master Bennie Howard of Veritas, in collaboration with Agri-Expo and Lamb …
Quick braaied lamb shawarmas
Whenever I go to the Stellenbosch Slowmarket, I order a lamb shawarma for lunch. The guys at this stall make seriously awesome shawarmas, dripping with juicy marinated meat and tahini, …
Lamb & feta burger with mint pesto & yoghurt
Being able to make a really good burger at home is one of the most satisfying things any meat-lover can do. Many of us grew up having take-away burgers as …
Spicy chicken livers on creamy polenta
Although mealtimes are mostly considered occasions of togetherness and sharing, there are some things that I love to eat when I’m all on my own. One of these companionless meals …
Pork terrine with port and pistachios
As I get older, I find myself eating more and more of the things that I despised as a child: things like gherkins, beetroot, pickled onions, capers and mustard. For …
Braised pork belly with orange and ginger
When I’m out for dinner and there’s pork belly on the menu, I’ll probably end up ordering it. Although it’s traditionally a very fatty cut of meat, it can be …
Cold Christmas platter
Christmas is around the corner and the festive spirit is almost tangible! This year, we’re planning an afternoon affair, lazily celebrating into the cooler summer evening. With the serious heat …