Mark Twain said: “Mauritius was made first, and then heaven; and that heaven was copied after Mauritius,” and he was right! This little piece of heaven, a mere 4-hour flight from Johannesburg, was once a haunt for pirates. Since then it has grown to become a tropical paradise, known for its crystal clear oceans, sparkling beaches and golden sunsets… The iconic collaboration between sun, sea and sand makes for a blissful island getaway – complete with palm trees and cocktails. A wonderful place to unplug and recharge, it comes as no surprise that Mauritius is considered to be one of…
Seaside living at the Bantry Bay Suite Hotel Nestled in one of Cape Town’s most unique micro-climates; wind-, insect-, humidity-, and rain-free almost all year round, the Bantry…
Celebrate Mother’s Day by making this three-course meal from SPAR. There’s no better or sweeter way to show your appreciation than with a home-cooked meal. Plus stand a…
This tomato and apple chutney is extremely easy to make. We love serving it with fresh bread and a thick slathering of salty butter. ALSO TRY: Easy fruit chutney
Know your tang from your bolster with this handy guide to understanding the anatomy of a knife. Knowing which knife to choose for a particular job, starts with…
Uniquely tailored to showcase the industry’s premier names, this is the most exclusive, longest running wine festival in South Africa. “Our philosophy has always been to showcase limited quantities of exceptional wines which portray a ‘sense of place’. It is a vitrine of the Cape’s finest cellars – handpicked for their quality and distinction. Most have excelled internationally, which accounts for the success and continued popularity of South Africa’s most coveted annual celebration.” Juliet Cullinan The industry’s cellar-celebs, bring their latest vintages and special bottles of aged wines and discuss everything from wine evolution to regional differences. The Juliet Cullinan…
If you are having friends over this weekend, then this is the ultimate starter to serve (it’s actually a very easy recipe)! The cheesey Camembert pairs beautifully with…
2018 is the “Year Of The Open Hand.” Because the KAMERS/Makers team truly believes that KAMERS/Makers is the difference. They’re all about the handcrafted, with each show being “handmade” by offering something different. To that end they have unveiled two brand new venues for our Autumn Shows – St Joseph’s Marist College in Rondebosch, Cape Town from 28 February – 4 March and St David’s Marist Inanda in Sandton, Joburg from 25-29 April. Two stunning historic buildings to which they will bring that inimitable KAMERS/Makers twist – 150+ Makers selling everything from hand-carved wooden bow ties and hand-turned wine-barrel furniture…
How important is the right glass in wine appreciation? A memorable moment for me was with Austrian glass manufacturer Riedel, when the same red wine was served in…
Mushrooms should be stored in the refrigerator either loosely in a bag or wrapped in a damp cloth to prevent loss of moisture. Use within a week. Brown mushrooms are also known as Italian brown mushrooms or crimini and have more flavour than the white variety. They should be firm, plump and clean. Avoid those which have bruises or are soft, wet and slimy. MAKE THIS: Garlicky wild mushrooms on rye toast It is also one of the most commonly and widely used varieties of mushrooms in the world. Dried porcini mushrooms are actually enhanced when dried out. To rehydrate, place…