NOVEMBER 2018
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Magic of Bubbles – a Franschhoek Highlight What better way to end off a fabulous 2018 than at one of SA’s social calendar highlights, the annual Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival, ‘The Magic of Bubbles’? Elegant attire combined with some of SA’s finest Méthode Cap Classiques (MCCs) and Champagnes are guaranteed to be the talk of the town during this two-day event, which takes place on 1 and 2 December.
The iconic Huguenot Monument serves as the spectacular backdrop for the weekend’s festivities. You’ll have no excuse but to sit back, relax and sample the wide range of local MCCs and select French Champagnes on offer. The place to be seen is definitely the stylish and sophisticated grand marquee. Rub shoulders with local MCC producers and get to know some international brands. Adding to the superb offering will be a
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selection of culinary delights, on offer from some of Franschhoek’s world-class eateries. The theme for this year is Black and White, with a prize awarded to the Best Dressed Couple on each day. What better excuse to indulge in some retail therapy beforehand to find that perfect outfit? Tickets cost R395 per person and include access to the festival, which is open daily between 12h00 and 17h00, as well as a complimentary tasting glass and MCC tasting coupons. Additional vouchers can be purchased on the day. Children under 18 years will be allowed free entry to the festival. Watch the press and booking site for further details on the VIP options available. Book directly through www.webtickets.co.za, but hurry, as tickets are limited. For more information and regular updates visit www.franschhoekmcc.co.za.
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Inspired by Heritage
With a delicious seasional menu – a visit to La Petite Ferme for lunch or dinner is a must. Lunch daily: 12h00-15h30 · Dinner daily: 19h00-21h30 For more info or bookings please contact La Petite Ferme on 021 876 3016 or reception@lapetiteferme.co.za or visit the website www.lapetiteferme.co.za
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GRANDE PROVENCE at the Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champgane Festival Celebrate the start of the festive season in style by joining Grande Provence at the annual Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival during the first weekend of December.
‘The Magic of Bubbles’ continues at the Grande Provence Tasting Room for visitors not attending the festival. Their MCC & oyster pairing is offered daily at R180 per person.
Explore the magnificent trio of Grande Provence Méthode Cap Classique and savour the ultimate taste experience with fresh oysters at the festival. Grande Provence will showcase their shimmering Brut, enchanting Rosé and ultra-elegant flagship Vintage Brut 2011.
Additional fresh oysters are available at R90 for three. The oysters are shucked directly from the Grande Provence oyster tank and garnished freshly at the oyster bar in the Sculpture Garden.
The popular Grande Provence MCC Brut and Rosé will be on sale for a special festival price of R150 per bottle to enjoy with fresh oysters at R25.00 each.
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Tickets for the festival, open between 12h00 and 17h00 on 1 & 2 December, are priced at R395 per person via www.webtickets.co.za.
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1 & 2 December 2018
The Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival the ‘Magic of Bubbles’
What better way to end off a fabulous 2018 than at SA’s premier social calendar highlight, the annual Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival, ‘The Magic of Bubbles’. Stylish attire complemented with some of SA’s finest Méthode Cap Classiques (MCC) and Champagnes are guaranteed to be the talk of the village during this two-day event. The theme for this year is Black & White, with a prize awarded to the Best Dressed Couple on each day. What better excuse to indulge in some retail therapy beforehand to find that perfect outfit. Tickets cost R395 per person and includes access to the festival, which is open daily between 12pm and 5pm, as well as a complimentary tasting glass and MCC tasting coupons. Additional vouchers can be purchased on the day. Children under 18 years will be allowed free entry to the festival. Book directly through www.webtickets.co.za, but hurry, as tickets are limited. For more information visit www.franschhoekmcc.co.za.
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La Motte Receives Mayoral Award La Motte Wine Estate in the Franschhoek Valley was recognized as the winner in the category for Tourism Destination of the Year in the annual Cape Winelands District Municipality Mayoral Tourism Awards.
“We are honoured to receive acknowledgement from our local authorities. It is recognition of this kind that motivates us to further enhance our offering,” said La Motte CEO Hein Koegelenberg. “There is no denying the importance of tourism in the Franschhoek Valley and we deliberately focus on working together to ensure the benefit to the whole community”, continued Koegelenberg who is also the Chairman of the Franschhoek Valley Tourism Association. This recognition confirms La Motte’s international acclaim for its wine tourism offering and follows on the estate being appointed as the Best Food and Wine Matching Experience in the 2018 edition of the Drinks International Wine Tourism Awards, earlier in 2018.
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The La Motte Tasting Room and the estate’s Pierneef à La Motte restaurant offer a comprehensive Food and Wine Experience, introducing guests to food and wine in a host of innovative ways. Guests to the estate can expect dedicated food and wine pairings, authentic local cuisine, themed pairings and dinners, Classical Music concerts, educational walks such as the Historic or Sculpture walk, a guided mountainside hike, the La Motte Museum, art experiences and the charming Farm Shop. The Mayoral Tourism Awards celebrate the achievements of the Cape Winelands tourism industry role-players and showcase the best tourism entities, products, service excellence and the people behind it. The purpose of these awards is to acknowledge those entities, products and people that excelled and continue to surpass expectations within the Cape Winelands tourism fraternity.
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Café BonBon Welcomes New Chef Café BonBon’s new chef, Archie Maclean grew up in Scotland before moving to South Africa’s warmer climes in 2007. Asked why he became a chef he says: “I don’t have a cooking-with-granny-in-the-kitchen story; I only discovered the pleasure of good food much later on in life. I was 19, working as a barman, and I was called into the kitchen one night to help. It was a big deal and the chefs were cool. After that night I never looked back. I quit my college course and moved to Surrey in England to do a 3-year apprenticeship under Michelin-starred chef David Evans. My passion grew and grew and I began my culinary journey.” Archie has a great deal of experience cooking an array of cuisines in various countries, from Scotland to Australia and New Zealand; and during the last decade, all over South Africa. “I spent three and a half years at Le Quartier Français, in The Tasting Room, which had been consistently voted among the top 50 restaurants in the world. A highlight, was assisting executive chef Margot Janse to develop her
award-winning menu. From there it was to Asara and then to the Kruger Park. I relocated back to the Cape for a short stint as head chef at Neethlingshof and then to Catharina’s Restaurant at Steenberg Estate in Tokai. Café Bon Bon is my new home and I am very excited for the opportunity to take the reins at such a well-loved restaurant.” The new summer menu is fresh and light, offering homemade dishes, using locally sourced ingredients. The focus is on flavour and interesting combinations. Expect dishes like line fish with aubergine caviar and spiced avocado puree or compressed melon, buffalo mozzarella and rocket as a starter. For dessert, the chilled peach rice pudding, brulée espuma and honeycomb is not to be missed. The café will be serving its renowned cake selection during summer, including lemon meringue and moist valhrona chocolate cake. Join Café BonBon for breakfast and lunch 7 days a week and for dinner Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. www.lapetite.co.za/cafe-bonbon
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Make Your Way to the City of Gold
THE PEECH HOTEL Known for its elegant eco-chic style, lush garden surrounds and a service ethic that is both discreet and utterly attentive, The Peech Hotel has become an oasis of calm and style for both business and leisure travellers to Johannesburg. This award-winning boutique hotel, situated in the buzzing suburb of Melrose, has recently added 14 new rooms and will be adding a wine bar and second restaurant. The Peech Brasserie which will serve a variety of fresh seasonal dishes to its patrons. The Peech was originally a family home, built in the 1950s, before being discovered and developed into a boutique hotel by owner James Peech. It currently has just sixteen bedrooms spread across an acre of beautiful gardens. The new rooms, restaurant and wine bar at The Peech, which is Fair Trade Tourism Certified, will be in keeping with the green ethos that has been an integral part of the hotel since inception. Peech’s passion for creating a carbon-neutral environment for his guests and staff is unwavering and water heating is done via solar energy, while rain water and grey water from the baths and showers is processed and recycled for use in the garden. The hotel is located within ten minutes of the business and shopping nodes of the city. Sandton is ten minutes away, while Rosebank and Melrose Arch are only five minutes away by Gautrain. Johannesburg International airport is 45 minutes by car. www.thepeech.co.za
THE FOUR SEASONS, WESTCLIFF The City of Gold turns purple over springtime and there is no better place to view it than from the terrace of the Four Seasons, Westcliff – home of Johannesburg’s most outstanding vistas. Its terraces are no doubt the city‘s best vantage point from which to take in sweeping views of early summer’s explosion of vivid purple jacaranda blooms. A ride up the glass elevator to The View restaurant, makes this “blanket of lilac” a spectacular sight! Despite being in the middle of South Africa’s largest city, the Westcliff Hotel feels like a chic hillside village, with nine sun-splashed villas interwoven with courtyards, fountains and gardens. Whether your stay is for work or pleasure this “urban resort” with its four restaurants offers something for everyone. The View, offers naturally incredible panoramic views of Johannesburg; Pre-View is the place to meet up with friends and share seasonal small plates and handcrafted cocktails; Flames offers sundowners on the terrace while chefs prepare a traditional braai; While Westcliff Deli is open all day for French-style, street-side delights and après-spa eats. Here a menu of salads, sandwiches and light main courses is the perfect complement to a lazy spa day. This summer, the hotel has prepared a outstanding series of celebrations to welcome the season. In addition to classic experiences such as high tea, distinct seasonal events include a new Shellfish and Champagne brunch (R895) in addition to Flames’ Classic Bruch (R595). Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening at Flames, celebrated local DJ – DJ Seven Stars – will be playing the best local and rhythmic house music late into the summer night. There will also be a “Paint and Sip” experience on offer, inviting an opportunity for immersive artistic expression. When planning your next trip to Johannesburg, make The Four Seasons Hotel – The Westcliff your destination of choice. www.fourseasons.com/johannesburg
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Join us at Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards for a magical movie experience, tantalizing treats, delicious wine and breath-taking scenery under a canopy of stars, presented by Galileo Open Air Cinema. The Movie is About Time. Doors open at 17h00. Movie starts at 19h45. From R89 pp.
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Feast your eyes on flora and sculptures. 09h30 to 17h30. Tickets are R50 pp. R30 for tea or coffee with delicious refreshments, children under 12 free entrance. Donations will go directly to St Joseph’s Home for Chronically Ill Children “Adopt-a-bed” project.
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MOVIE NIGHT AT LEOPARD’S LEAP FAMILY VINEYARDS
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PASERENE OPEN DAY Expect live music, lawn games, Paserene and Shiner wines for tasting & sale, and traditional farm games all day to keep the little ones entertained. Relax on the green lawns or take a tractor ride through the vineyards, there will be something for everybody! 12h00-17h00. Tickets start at R200 pp, children under 18 enter free of charge.
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Guests to arrive from 18h00. R750 – basket for two and R150 for kids under 10. Bookings essential.
AT ART IN THE YARD
Creating a bridge between the mundane and an inspired space. SOLO exhibition by Helen Van Stolk Opening 11am Saturday 24 November 2018. Concludes 19 December 2018.
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WHEN THE BIRDS COME
SUNDAY ROAST AT GLENWOOD
Enjoy live music and Sunday Roast with dessert special for R220 pp from 12h00. Children welcome. Bookings is essential.
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Spend an evening dining al fresco under the stars, drinking wine and enjoying a live performance by Taleswapper.
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FULL MOON PICNIC WITH TALESWAPPER AT BOSCHENDAL
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MATTHEW MOLE RETURNS TO FRANSCHHOEK CELLAR
After TWO sellout Franschhoek performances, #FHKLive is delighted to welcome Matthew Mole back to Franschhoek Cellar. Expect an intimate and warm show filled with the songs which have made their way into the ears and hearts of South African and International fans. 15h00. Limited tickets – selling fast. Book now to avoid disappointment. BOOKINGS www.webtickets.co.za
FRIDAYS
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MOËT & CHANDON GOLDEN TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
FRIDAY NIGHT MARKET
Capetonians and visitors alike are invited to open the festive season at this year’s Moët & Chandon Golden Tree Lighting Ceremony – taking place at Silo 7, adjacent to the Radisson Red at the V&A Waterfront Silo District, 18h30 - 21h30. The evening will include performances by the acclaimed South African Youth Choir and the Cape Town Ballet Company.
Join us for our weekly Friday Night Market taking place in our historic Werf area every Friday from 18h00-21h00. Live music, farm fresh produce, food stalls and other artisanal stands filled with local products to peruse and purchase. Visit our website for more details.
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Spend a sunny afternoon in the presence of two iconic figures, enjoying traditional afternoon tea on the front lawn at Leeu House, with delectable sweet and savoury treats and an assortment of teas. Booking is essential and full prepayment secures your booking. Sundays from 14h00 to 17h00.
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Wine & Beer available for parents ... Child friendly on the Main Road! Children’s menu all day everyday at Bovine. Highchairs and baby changing facilities too! Don’t forget your 15% discount on all food for Locals!
At R250 per head, including a glass of Val de Vie Cuvee de Vie MCC, this is a must for a Sunday! Enjoy fine food, a riveting polo match and the best views in the Winelands. During selected Sundays (November 11, 25/December 9, 16). Booking essential.
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Lounge under the trees while enjoying a wholesome picnic, sipping on good wine and listening to some local tunes. Picnic starts from 12h00. Live music performances between 13h00 and 15h00.
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SUMMER DOESN’T GET ANY BETTER THAN THIS! Col’cacchio Franschhoek where memories are made. #EverySliceTellsAStory let us be part of yours. Find us under the oaks a 66 Huguenot Road. Open 10am till late, 7 days a week.
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AN EVENING OF ‘CAROLS FOR CHANGE’ Vrede en Lust Wine Estate in association with Franschhoek Life is delighted to be hosting an evening of Festive Carols – in support of the Franschhoek Hospitality Academy and Learning Centre. 17h00 on Monday, 17 December. Carols R550 per couple includes a welcome drink, an evening of entertainment and carol singing and a picnic basket for two. BOOKINGS http://qkt.io/carols4change
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SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEA AT LEEU HOUSE WITH MADIBA & GANDHI
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R510 – basket for two and R130 for kids under 10. Bookings essential.
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LIVE MUSIC AT MIKO Kick off the festive season in style at MIKO and experience a night of sensational live music as James Stewart performs his acoustic hits, while you dine on South African favourites (with a twist!) and home-grown wines.
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Masterpiece of the seven seas
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imply breathtaking is how cruise connoisseur Attie Swanepoel describes the new Regent Seven Seas Explorer, scheduled to arrive in Cape Town on 21 December 2018 for the South African leg of her itinerary. Attie, who hails from the Cape, has sailed with Regent before – as well as with other cruise lines – but when he heard about ‘the most luxurious ship ever built’ he just had to experience it for himself. “Seven Seas Explorer was honestly the best ship we’ve been on,” says Attie. “The food was extraordinary, the service excellent and the entertainment suited all tastes. The cruise surpassed our expectations.” One impression that stood out above everything else, remembers Attie, is the exquisite attention to materials, design and detail that created such a “magnificent masterpiece”. And a masterpiece she is, especially considering that the all-suite, allbalcony ship carries only 750 guests, offering one of the highest space- and crew-to-guest ratios in the industry. With 542 crew members on hand, this translates into unprecedented levels of personalised service, which is one real hallmark of exclusivity, believes Janine Pretorius, established travel partner for Regent Seven Seas Cruises in SA. Catering to the diverse requirements of sophisticated world travellers,
a touch of heat from a green chili aioli, or a succulently caramelised cassia-braised pork belly topped with grilled diver scallops.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has redefined what it refers to as ‘true luxury’ following the launch of Seven Seas Explorer in July 2016. The ship, christened by Her Serene Highness Princess Charlene of Monaco, embarked on her maiden voyage from Monte Carlo in July 2016 … and her glamorous silhouette will soon grace South African ports when she visits towards the end of this year.
the ship has 375 spacious suites – featuring cashmere, Italian Carrera marble and what are described as the largest private verandas in the cruise industry. Accommodation ranges from the impeccably designed 307 square-foot Veranda Suites to the nearly 4 500-square foot Regent Suite, a new category of luxury suite at the highest end of the tier. Between these options, guests can select from different suites to be appropriate to their budget or taste, such as the Concierge Suites or the plush Penthouse Suites. “There’s only one Regent Suite and it’s usually booked well ahead,” elaborates Janine. The entire front of Deck 14, atop the ship’s bow, is taken up by this suite, she says. The twobedroom, three-bathroom suite features two Picasso lithographs, a custom Steinway piano designed
by Dakota Jackson and – a first for any cruise ship – a private in-suite spa. Guests therefore have unlimited access to ceramic heated relaxation loungers, sauna, multi-jet shower, an oversized hot tub and complimentary in-suite treatments from the Canyon Ranch Spa Club. The privileges of booking this premium suite extend beyond its doors, as inclusive amenities encompass the use of a private car with driver and guide for excursions in every port, a butler service as well as laundry and pressing. Explains Jason Montague, president and chief operating officer of Regent Seven Seas Cruises: “The opulence and elegance of the Regent Suite is unmatched in the luxury holiday segment and it truly epitomises
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The French specialty restaurant, Chartreuse, aims to evoke memories of a chic Parisian fine dining restaurant discovered during an evening stroll along the Seine or just off the ChampsÉlysées. And at the signature Compass Rose, the largest on the ship, guests will find 400 speciallydesigned Versace place settings and a menu sharing creations such as bourbon-marinated Black Angus beef strip loin and Dover sole.
the vision we have for the entire vessel. With Seven Seas Explorer, we set out to build a ship that by far surpasses the current standard for luxury and bears the distinction of being the most luxurious ship ever to set sail”. Janine agrees the ship is one-of-akind. “The crystal chandeliers alone – such as the chandelier of handblown Murano glass lighting the main dining room – are dazzling, infusing the experience with a sense of grandeur at every step.” There are 80 chefs on board who conjure up sophisticated menus bursting with lobster, caviar, foie gras and escargot. The aim was to create an unrivalled collection of specialty restaurants, such as the dramatic Pan-Asian restaurant, Pacific Rim. Here diners can try a tempuraencrusted crispy soft-shell crab with
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As with all Regent cruises, everything is included in one cruise fare. The moment guests climb aboard, it is all paid for: fine dining, wine and premium spirits, room service, staff gratuities, shore excursions, entertainment, lectures and unlimited Wi-Fi. Canyon Ranch Spa Club treatments are not included in the rate. Referring to the 55 254-ton luxury liner that cost $450 million to build, Frank Del Rio, president and CEO of Regent’s parent company, believes there is no shame in wealth nor in the over-the-top extravagances on Seven Seas Explorer. Then again, there are also those subtle indulgences on the ship that may not even be noticed by passengers at first glance. “The closer you look, the more you see how much went into this ship,” says Janine.
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Winemaker Profile – Stuart Botha Joins Tokara TOKARA Sauvignon Blanc – a significant cornerstone of this prestigious family owned Stellenbosch wine estate – is in good hands with new winemaker Stuart Botha at the helm. Stuart has been making award winning South African wines since 2007.
After completing his Oenology degree at Elsenburg Agricultural Institute in Stellenbosch in 2006, he gained invaluable experience through harvests at the prestigious Chateau Bellefont Belcier and Chateau Trianon in Saint Emilion, one of the principal red wine areas of Bordeaux, France. On his return to South Africa he assumed the position of head winemaker at Eagles’ Nest in Constantia where he completed ten harvests. During this time he extended his international experience through various trips to Australia, France, Germany and Switzerland. Stuart considers joining the TOKARA winemaking team in 2017 as head winemaker at the age of 32, as one of the highlights of his career. He believes that the best wines are made by allowing the
grapes to express their terroir and by guiding the fruit carefully and with minute attention to detail through the winemaking process to the bottle. Making the cut at the 2018 FNB Sauvignon Blanc Top 10 with his maiden TOKARA Reserve Collection Elgin 2018 vintage in one of the most contested wine categories, is a feather in his cap. The wine stems from TOKARA’s Highlands farm in Elgin, an area producing some of the best cool climate renditions of this variety, with fresh acidity and purity of fruit in perfect balance. His winemaking style is guided by the knowledge that truly great wines express a unique sense of place. For Stuart, the most important characteristics a winemaker should have is first and foremost a good palate and an understanding of different wine styles. When it comes to the winemaking itself, meticulous attention to detail and discipline are key to success. For more information visit www.tokara.com
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Winding Your Way to Waverley Hills Only a short drive from both Cape Town and Franschhoek, between Tulbagh and Ceres, lies Waverley Hills Organic Wine Estate. The estate is best known for producing organic wines with a unique style – extremely smooth with soft ripe tannins and robust fynbos characteristic. Rooted at the foothills of the breath-taking Witzenberg Mountain Range, you will find the tasting room and restaurant serving only the freshest ingredients sourced from local producers, as well as from the seasonal permaculture garden.
Chef Francois du Toit prepares delicious, quality food served in a relaxed country atmosphere with beautiful views all year round. In summer you will experience the vineyards bursting into life and an abundance of bird and wildlife on the farm. In winter, when the surrounding mountains are capped with snow, roaring fireplaces welcome visitors. Seasonal specials will entice foodies from all over the Cape. Waverley Hills Organic Wine Estate has just been named winner of two globally prominent awards, one of which is the trophy for Best International Organic Wine at the 2018 International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC). This is a massive victory for the farm and winemaker Johan Delport, who attributes it to persistent investment in the challenging sector of certified environmental farm practice. The results of the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards proved to be a double whammy for Waverley Hills, when the IWSC trophy-winning SMV (Shiraz Mourvèdre Viognier) 2013 was singled out for a Double Gold award too. Another Waverley Hills wine, the Grenache 2017, was awarded the Organic Trophy at these awards.
Cavalli’s Chef Deg Presents RAW
RAW celebrates the turning of the seasons, showcasing the homegrown produce from the estate garden and celebrating it by letting the ingredients shine. The dishes are served in a way that allows the best of these flavours to be extracted, using simple techniques that let the ingredients speak for themselves in the most natural and nutritious state – which is raw. The raw elements will form part of the new spring menu and won’t be a menu in itself. Chef Michael Deg says: “Our garden is abundant with peas, broad beans, bok choy, fennel, zucchini, yellow peppers, heirloom beetroot and carrots all planted and harvested during springtime.” The link to foraging and a truly organic approach to ‘growing your own’ holds true at Cavalli. Every day before service the team pick vineyard sorrel, nasturtiums, wild fennel and pineapple sage flowers, all grown around the estate. They use the amazing lemon flavour of sorrel with fish dishes and the beef fillet, where the sharp lemon flavour cuts the richness of the beef and helps with digestion to boot. The wild nasturtium, with its fragrant peppery flavour, makes an awesome pesto. The new menu includes dishes such as beef carpaccio with flavours of a Caesar salad; Asian spiced springbok tartare with sriracha aioli, smoked egg yolk and garden kale; and lightly-cured sea bass with elderflower and strawberries. Also on the menu is crushed garden peas served with roasted beef fillet and, for the vegans, a carrot tartar with onion ketchup, crispy ginger, pickled mushrooms, and a vegan crème fraiche made with almonds and coconut.
All the vineyards are irrigated with pure spring water and are located on a natural watershed area. The area is renowned for its diverse fynbos (indigenous flora), giving the estate’s wines a unique herbaceous characteristic.
The team changes a few dishes at a time every week or so. It is a process that is referred to as “evolving” the menu at Cavalli. The most important consideration when putting on new dishes is that the ingredients need to be in season and need to be sourced locally. Taste tests and experimenting with plating is part of the process. Often it takes weeks from thinking of a dish to getting it on the menu.
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As WWF Conservation Champions Waverley Hills is acknowledged as an environmental leader in the industry for its commitment to conservation, responsible production practices, integrated environmental management systems and spearheading innovations in water, energy efficiency and climate adaptation.
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NOURISH
Nourish Your Body & Soul
Santé Wellness Retreat & Spa, offers an unrivalled opportunity to discover extraordinary in a serene space where you can just relax, refresh and rejuvenate. This luxurious Destination Wellness Retreat situated in the beautiful Western Cape Winelands, includes a world class Day Spa, Health Optimizing Clinic and Conference Centre.
Driven by a passion for holistic wellness and a belief that balancing one’s mind, body and spirit will achieve lifelong wellbeing. Healthy eating, physical activity, knowledge, adequate rest and relaxation are cornerstones of the Santé philosophy and when combined with the personalized Wellness programs, can deliver a life changing experience. At Santé Wellness Retreat & Spa nutritious food is the foundation of health. Nourishing the body through exquisite food is, an integral part of the offering. Using the freshest ingredients from the indigenous kitchen garden and local bio-dynamic farmers and suppliers inspire the menus which are designed by Executive Chef Terrence Ford and consulting chef Margot Janse. All meals are created using only real, unrefined foods, without the use of sugar, dairy, gluten, preservatives, colourants and additives.
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consciousness, in which high-tech and high-touch approaches define a service formulated around each individual. Retreat packages which start from 2 days, are customized to suit our guests, each with their own unique requirements and health status. Boasting 17 luxurious therapy rooms – including skin, body and wet zones and two Vinotherapy rooms – where highly experienced therapists will transport you to a heavenly, destressed world. Imagine enjoying Sante’s exclusive Vinotherapy treatment, which includes a full body exfoliation, scalp massage, hair mask and blissful immersion in a Vinotherapy tub that helps to hydrate the skin and fight free radical damage. The red grape and clay full body wrap then nourishes your body and is followed by a full body massage. It’s beyond dreamy. There are various half and full day spa day packages on offer at Santé, all of which include a delicious, exquisitely healthy lunch – or there are individual treatments ranging from special Pro-Sleep and Detox massages to facials, hydrotherapy, body wraps and more. There’s even a beautifully decorated nail bar where you can relax having your mani or pedi as you gaze out at the mountains beyond.
The restaurant, Nourish is a true culinary experience, showcasing progressive nutritionally healthy cuisine with sensational flavours and aromas.
In today’s fast-paced world, It should no longer be considered an indulgence but rather a necessity to touch down into our inner selves and feel the wellness within.
At Santé there is an intuitive blend of science and human
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A Reawakening
– UNVEILING A NEW CHAPTER AT THE DELAIRE GRAFF SPA
Nestled between majestic mountains and overlooking the vineyards of Stellenbosch, Delaire Graff Estate is South Africa’s most desirable wine, hospitality and art destination. A magnificent Cape Winelands property, it boasts two outstanding restaurants, a state-of-the-art winery, exclusive Lodges and Villa, a destination spa and luxury boutiques. Striking Cape Dutch architecture meets African artefacts and styling, with original artworks from Laurence Graff’s personal collection on display throughout, representing some of South Africa’s finest contemporary artists. HAVING undergone a rejuvenating treatment of its own, the Delaire Graff Spa is launching a bespoke wellness menu and revitalised facilities from 1 October 2018. Elevated against the majestic Botmaskop Mountain, surrounded by breathtaking vineyards, exquisite art and endless beauty, the AfroAsian inspired spa is a tranquil sanctuary where the journey to total wellbeing begins. Hildegard Carstens, Delaire Graff Estate’s new Spa Manager leads a team of skilled therapists whose expert hands guide guests in luxurious spa rituals, pampering and wellness. With over 18 years of experience in the health and beauty industry, Carstens has left her mark on highlyregarded establishments around the world, including The Athenaeum Spa in Green Park and Michael Van Clarke Salon in Mayfair London as well as Le Quartier Français and Leeu Collection Spa in Franschhoek. Holistic healing is the essence of her inspiration at Delaire Graff Spa, www.franschhoeklife.co.za
influenced by her studies which include Cranio Sacral therapy, Reiki, Chakra balancing and visceral manipulation, with Reflexology being her specialty. Drawing inspiration from ancient Eastern philosophies, the spa menu is centred around energies (chi) with treatments focused on life-giving elements, earth, fire, water, air and space. Spa rituals are designed to leave the body, mind and soul glowing, through the use of sound therapy with Koshi chimes, specialised instruments such as petrified wooden tools and African combs, as well as exquisite ingredients including organic oils, diamond dust, nano gold and collagen. Offering a range of innovative treatments, rituals are crafted using the finest range of globally-renowned beauty products. New to the Spa, Dr. Barbara Sturm’s advanced molecular cosmetics offer a new generation of treatments with a clear focus on skin rejuvenation, and Terres d’Afrique present an organic, sustainably-developed skincare range that evokes Africa’s earthfullness. Set in invigorating yet serene surroundings, the spa
features five elegant suites that have been refreshed with exquisite linens and unique touches. Guests can unwind in the relaxation room and admire original artworks from Laurence Graff’s personal collection, by some of Africa’s most celebrated modern and contemporary artists. Those joining for half or full-day spa rituals can also make use of the magnificent 22-metre infinity pool and heated jacuzzi as well as the recently-revamped Swedish sauna and steam room. Unsurpassed views coupled with a new lunch menu from Asian-influenced Indochine Restaurant, make the Spa Terrace the perfect place to pause between treatments. Bursting with light, fresh dishes to nourish from within, the menu appeals to the health-conscious and incorporates vegan and pescatarian options. For an indulgent alternative, luxurious Afro-Asian High Teas may be booked on Fridays with any 60-minute treatment. Sweet and savoury creations are paired with delicate loose-leaf teas and a selection of homemade Kombucha for a uniquely Delaire experience. For spa bookings and enquiries, please email info.spa@ delaire.co.za or call +27 21 885 8160. For further information, please visit www.delaire.co.za
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ART & DESIGN
Carrol Boyes Announces New Limited Edition Champagne
Globally recognised as a world class brand, providing superior quality and unique design, through dedication, commitment and passion towards exceptional service, Carrol Boyes is proud to announce the latest addition to their collection, the iconic Limited Edition Champagne. This latest edition celebrates quality, style, excellence and authenticity by combining only the best blends from Charbaut, a family vineyard established in 1936 in the finest hillsides of Champagne country. It is a delicately balanced, patiently matured limited edition of 1000 bottles, ensuring a precious legacy for future generations. The vintage is a celebration of matured chardonnay grown in the prestigious Grand and Premier Cru vineyards of Champagne, consisting of 100% Chardonnay. The grapes are carefully selected and picked when perfectly ripe, then immediately pressed and left for 11 years on the lees, to ensure excellent balance between grape character and aging, endowing this champagne with a fine and delicate effervescence that pleases and excites the palate. Winemaker, Hendrik Snyman studied viticulture & enology at Elsenburg, Stellenbosch and finished in 2005. After his studies, he worked internationally in famous wne regions from USA, France, New Zealnd and South Africa. He joined Barnardt Boyes in 2013. In 2007, Hendrik resided with the Charbaut family and was taught the arts of crafting champagne, the authentic French way. As a young apprentice this experience had a marked impact on Hendrik’s authentic approach and passion for fine wines. After a decade of friendship, he returned to the family to create a champagne for Carrol Boyes, bridging the link between craftsmanship, history and art. 80 years of family winemaking history and a friendship that spans two continents has come together to create the perfectly balanced, unique and authentic celebration drink that is the Carrol Boyes Limited Edition Champagne.
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The manZArt Team Presents Marié Stander’s Sixth Solo Show
Best known for her figurative charcoal drawings, Marié Stander’s new show will take over the main exhibition space in the Manzart gallery with nine large-scale, near life-size drawings from her new body of work, entitled the ‘…to belong...’ series. The collection manifests itself in different, but related themes, all revolving around the concept of displacement. Stander has a very intimate approach towards appreciation of the female figure, female struggle and female power – the sheer beauty and immense energy of femininity.
The new series sees Khimati stripping off her multi-cultural clothing in a quest to find her roots and identity in our hugely complex country. Stander chose different multi-cultural clothes from South African history to symbolize this search for belonging. Stander chose different multi-cultural clothing from South African history to symbolize her search for belonging. The clothes are used as an extension and expression of herself, her identity and her history.
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In the process of stripping herself from all her historical reference, Kimati, shows vulnerability, but also strength and sensuality. Unsurprisingly Marié Stander has a large following throughout the world - her works can be found in many African corporate and private collections and in international contemporary art collections too. The prestigious Sanlam Private Collection acquired several of her works. Her work was previously submitted for the National Portrait Award in the UK, she has opened the Aardklop National Arts Festival in Potchefstroom and was selected as one of the festival artists for the Oudtshoorn KKNK and the Stellenbosch Wordfees in recent years. Marié is also a finalist in the Top 40 from the National Sanlam SPI Competition – and she has had the honour to produce a portrait commission for Archbishop Desmond Tutu. The show will also incorporate her second book ‘Onse Mense II’, a combination of Afrikaans poetry and Marié’s works in a beautiful format. Signed copies will be available while stocks lasts. www.manzart.com www.franschhoeklife.co.za
LIFESTYLE
Start Your Engines as 1930s Grand Prix Cars Return to South Africa
The roar of 1930s Grand Prix cars returns to South Africa some 80 years since they turned a wheel in anger when the South African Historic Grand Prix Festival celebrates these legendary machines on 1 and 2 December at Val de Vie Estate. This inaugural celebration, organised by UK eventers Speedstream Events, will reunite more than 15 actual cars that raced in the South African Grand Prix between 1934 and 1939. Prime among them will be the Maserati 8CM driven to victory in 1934 by American, Whitney Straight. Other entries already confirmed for the event include the ERA that won the 1937 SAGP and the Riley Ulster Imp, which finished second in the same event. The original SAGP cars will be supplemented by a number of period cars taking the tally of participating 1930s cars to over the 20 mark. These cars raced in period but did not compete in any of the East London SAGP events. The Festival commenced in East London on 25 November where the cars retraced what remains of the original Prince George Race Track, before racing on the current track. They
then set off along the scenic garden route to the Cape and Val de Vie Estate where the event culminates on 1 and 2 December. The two-day Grand Prix Garden Party at Val de Vie Estate gives the public a further opportunity to interact with these spectacular cars on the pristine polo fields the estate is renowned for. Supported by local clubs, the event promises to be a classic car delight. The Grand Prix cars will be paraded on a short road circuit within the estate. Seldom will a collection of such historic cars be assembled and the opportunity to get up close and personal is even rarer in South Africa today. Adding to the Val de Vie Garden Party experience will be a selection of modern luxury sports cars from selected marques. Limited general access and VIP hospitality tickets for both the East London Race event and the Grand Prix Garden Party will be available for purchase within the next two months, and ticket pre-registration is already available on the events Facebook page. For more information, visit www. sahistoricgp.com or follow the event on Facebook – SA Historic Grand Prix Festival.
THE ONCE IN A LIFETIME G R A N D P R I X G A R D E N PA R T Y AT VA L D E V I E E S TAT E 1ST & 2ND DECEMBER 2018 This prestigious international event will see a display and demonstration of over 20 Grand Prix cars from the 1930s drawn from all over the world at the Polo Pavilion
Rub shoulders with the drivers and VIPs in the exclusive Drivers Club Hospitality
Supported by over 120 of the best vintage and classic cars from around South Africa as well as premium modern car displays
Limited advanced tickets only available now at www.sahistoricgp.com The Alfa Romeo Tipo B pictured above raced in the 1936 SAGP and will be competing in the SA Historic Grand Prix Festival
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