Drink
Raise a glass to Cape Town’s vibrant beverage scene. From exclusive Winelands tastings and Cap Classique festivals to the latest craft cocktails, spirit brand launches, and non-alcoholic alternatives, discover Bianca Coleman’s guide to sipping in style across the Mother City.
Bangbroek launches National Cocktail for Heritage Month
THERE’S something special about Heritage Day in South Africa — the smell of a braai drifting through the neighbourhood, laughter around the fire, and stories shared from one generation to… →
Lifestyle Pinot Grigio, a fresh, light-bodied white for summer
DESCRIBED as sunshine in a glass, the Bruce Jack Lifestyle Pinot Grigio is made for the moments that define the season: the first long lunch outside, a picnic assembled at… →
Wine Concepts presents 2026 Chardonnay & Pinot Noir Celebration
FORTY of the Cape’s premium wine producers will be presenting an outstanding showcase of the Cape’s finest Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs at Moyo Restaurant, Kirstenbosch on Thursday, 10 September 2026… →
Celebrate International Pinot Noir Day with four signature wines from Creation
ON International Pinot Noir Day, Tuesday 18 August 2026, Creation Wines has not one but four signature wines for you to enjoy and compare, all coming from a single appellation… →
Neil Ellis celebrates international Cabernet Sauvignon weekend
THREE Days. Three Cabernet Sauvignon experiences. Join Neil Ellis Wines in Stellenbosch from 28–30 August 2026 for a weekend celebrating Cabernet Sauvignon, one of the world’s most iconic grape varieties… →
Wonderful ways with Syrah at La Motte
EVERY year in August La Motte makes the most of Syrah. Rather than only celebrating this versatile variety on its National Day (21 August), La Motte finds ways to make… →
Win with Stellenbosch Wine Festival
STELLENBOSCH Wine Routes is celebrating 55 years of championing South African wine tourism this year, and the occasion will be marked by Wine Town Stellenbosch – a nine-day celebration of… →
South Africa’s finest At Caroline’s 2026 Red Wine Review
CAROLINE RILLEMA’S 2026 edition of her annual Red Wine Review, one of the most prestigious tasting events on the South African wine calendar, will be staged on Thursday, 30 July (5pm-9pm)… →
Women’s Month Sunday lunches celebrate women in food and wine
THIS Women’s Month, Upper Union and Reverie Social Table will come together for an intimate Sunday lunch collaboration celebrating women at the table, in the kitchen and in the cellar.… →
Groot Phesantekraal celebrates Chenin Blanc
AS South Africa celebrates #DrinkChenin Month and prepares to raise a glass on #DrinkChenin Day on 13 June, Groot Phesantekraal is inviting wine lovers to experience the country’s signature grape… →
Brookdale Estate releases new vintages — including two new wines
BROOKDALE ESTATE has released its latest vintages, which includes its first Grenache Noir, as well as a limited release Grenache Blanc which produced less than a thousand bottles. The other… →
The Gentleman’s Recovery Ritual — Father’s Day at Cape Grace
CAPE GRACE, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, celebrates the man or father figure in everyone’s life with The Gentleman’s Recovery Ritual, available throughout June at Fairmont Spa at Cape Grace. The… →
