Franschhoek producers have excelled yet again bringing home Gold at this year’s Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show. The results were announced on 30 May at a special awards ceremony attended by producers and members of the media. The Gold medal winners were Allée Bleue (Allée Bleue Pinotage 2015), Boschendal (Boschendal Jean le Long Prestige Cuvée … Read more
Boschendal’s Orchard Cottages are a mecca for families and lovers of design Inspired by the mountains and orchards Ideal for families who enjoy privileged access to the estate ‘Foraged’ repurposed furnishings from the farm Beautiful amenities including a pool and braai area Family friendly activities like mountain biking and fruit picking 30% off with Boschendal’s … Read more
Haute Cabrière Restaurant gets ready for winter with a classic steak special, Feast on Sundays and Pop-up dinners in Gauteng, Durban and Pretoria. Winter in the winelands is an exciting time, vines recover and prepare themselves for spring, wood burns in cozy spaces, and menus get a hearty and comfort feel, to make venturing out … Read more
The results for the 2017 Decanter World Wine Awards are in and Franschhoek Wine Valley is proud to announce that three of its producers earned Gold at this prestigious event. These were awarded to Bellingham (Small Barrel Shiraz-Mouvèdre-Viognier 2014), Boschendal (Appellation Series Sauvignon Blanc 2016 and Shiraz 2015) and Babylonstoren (Nebukadnesar 2014). The judging panel comprised … Read more
Experience the opulence of diverse cuisine styles and savour perfection on a plate with the sizzling hot winter menu at The Restaurant at Grande Provence in Franschhoek. Drawing from the best local seasonal produce and embracing a variety of cuisine styles and cooking methods from around the world, Executive Chef Darren Badenhorst lives out his … Read more
The Leeu Collection is proud to announce its partnership with Indian celebrity chef and restaurateur, Ritu Dalmia. In partnership with chef Ritu, the Leeu Collection will roll out an international restaurant portfolio, with the first two restaurants to open in Milan, Italy in the latter part of 2017 and the United Kingdom in 2018. These … Read more
Franschhoek – the world renowned and picturesque food and wine capital of South Africa, is abuzz with the imminent opening of the iconic La Colombe’s new La Petite Colombe, which is replacing The Tasting Room at Le Quartier Français – an exciting new partnership with the owners of the stylish and luxurious Leeu Collection. Photo … Read more
Leeu Estates, the exclusive South African five-star boutique property situated in Franschhoek, is one of a selected few hotels in the world, and the only South African property, to appear on Condé Nast Traveler's HOT LIST for 2017 in the category for Africa and the Middle East. This comes shortly after Leeu Estates was named … Read more
Don’t miss out on sampling some of SA’s finest Shiraz wines at this year’s Shiraz & Charcuterie at Anthonij Rupert Wyne in Franschhoek on Saturday, 27 May (12pm to 5pm). A selection of delicious charcuterie accompanying the Shiraz means the event is guaranteed to be a culinary match made in heaven. This is the perfect … Read more
Over the course of 21 years Executive Chef and Franschhoek local, Margot Janse has created a name for herself both locally and abroad, collecting top accolades for her much loved African-inspired cuisine. Her passion for food played a vital role in putting The Tasting Room at Le Quartier Français firmly on the culinary map. Margot … Read more