5+ hour, 28+ min ago  (823+ words) As autumn settles over the Bergrivier region, the landscapes surrounding Piketberg begin to change with the season. Vineyards turn shades of gold and rust beneath the mountains, mornings arrive cooler, and farm kitchens fill with the smell of freshly baked…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (329+ words) Winter dining in Cape Town often calls for comfort. Something warm, generous and well-paced. During my recent visit to Galjoen, the restaurant's new winter set lunch menu embraced exactly that feeling. Part of The Belly Restaurant Group founded by Neil…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (317+ words) As winter settles over Cape Town and the city begins to slow, The Belly Restaurant Group is inviting diners back indoors with a collection of seasonal menus designed around comfort, generosity and accessible fine dining. Founded by chef-restaurateurs Neil Swart…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (280+ words) South Africa's fruit-growing regions play a significant role in both the country's agricultural economy and its travel landscape. From apples to figs and lots more in between, these areas offer visitors a chance to experience working farms, seasonal harvests and…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (385+ words) For many South Africans travelling overseas, the first round of drinks often comes with a moment of hesitation. A quick currency conversion. A mental calculation. And sometimes, a decision to skip that extra drink altogether. Now, a new campaign by…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (525+ words) Everyone needs to eat; it's simple fact. That doesn't mean eating has to be a chore, though, and Capetonian cuisine has plenty of food that's well worth the effort. Here are three of the most obscure yet delicious small restaurants…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (569+ words) There is a particular kind of quiet that settles in after a run of big-ticket events, writes Miriam Kimvangu. Weekend markets remain one of the most reliable ways to structure a day, particularly in urban centres. In Cape Town, Neighbourgoods…...

2+ mon, 5+ day ago  (184+ words) Food often tells the story of a place as clearly as its landscapes or history, writes Miriam Kimvangu. South African small towns have developed culinary identities shaped by climate, agriculture and cultural heritage. Local ingredients are harvested nearby, traditional recipes…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (188+ words) Autumn marks the start of harvest season in many parts of South Africa, and markets begin to reflect the shift in the seasons, writes Miriam Kimvangu. They are places where communities gather around food, music and craft and where visitors…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (587+ words) With harvest complete and the vineyards settling into their autumn rhythm, the Constantia Valley enters one of its most rewarding seasons. Days remain warm, evening grow gently cooler, and the pace begins to slow. It's a time when outdoor dining…...