• The annual Shiraz & Charcuterie Festival, which takes place at Anthonij Rupert Wine in Franschhoek on Saturday 25 May (11am to 4pm), makes for the perfect late autumn outing, combining some of the country’s finest shiraz wines paired with charcuterie from artisanal producers. Eighteen of the country’s top shiraz-producing estates will be on offer for tasting. These include Anthonij Rupert Wyne, Thelema Mountain Vineyards, Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines, Waterford Estate, Stark-Condé Wines and Hartenberg Wine Estate. These superlative shirazes will be paired with a selection of local and international charcuterie, as well as the Anthonij Rupert Wyne Harvest Table – think fresh seasonal salads,…

    Your one-stop, one-shop dinner inspiration for the week ahead. We love that most of these meals make enough for lunch the next day too!   Beef and bean chilli stew Beef and bean chilli stew is an American classic, but these flavours are loved worldwide. Slightly spicy and full of flavour, this is a robust dinner.  Recipe here: Beef and bean chilli stew One-pan Mediterranean-style tomato and trout bake with asparagus and green olives The Mediterranean style of eating is back in vogue – if we can say that about a diet. This healthy lifestyle incorporates the basics of nutritious, moderate…

    Your one-stop, one-shop dinner inspiration for the week ahead. We love that most of these meals make enough for lunch the next day too!   Fennel bulb, bacon and mature cheddar bake This fennel bulb, bacon and mature cheddar bake is a quick and easy dinner sure to please the entire family. The smokiness of the bacon is perfectly complemented by the creamy cheddar, and it’s only made better by the fact that it takes less than an hour to prepare.  Recipe here: Fennel bulb, bacon and mature cheddar bake Creamy mushroom and bacon spaghetti To make this recipe, you will…