Joburg Life & Travel Winter 2023

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The Pot Luck Club offers a lively urban energy that’s a perfect fit for Johannesburg’s vibrant dining scene.

Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff invites patrons to experience the magic of its new PreView Winter Bar – a stylish venue with breath-taking views of the Johannesburg skyline.

The five-star Walkersons Hotel & Spa has enchanted visitors to Dullstroom for thirty years with its’ Scottish country manor feel.

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Experience the Magic of Winter

– FOUR SEASONS HOTEL THE WESTCLIFF

As the leaves across the urban forest below begin to turn shades of ochre, red and yellow, Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff invites patrons to experience the magic of its new PreView Winter Bar, a cosy and stylish venue that offers breath-taking views of the Johannesburg skyline.

A selection of carefully crafted warm drinks designed to make winter sundowners a luxurious affair have been created by PreView’s expert mixologists. Guests to the PreView Winter Bar are invited to welcome in the vibrant Jozi sunsets at the tastefully appointed, informal bar and while enjoying drinks such as Maple Rum Hot Toddy, Glühwein, or Boozy Belgian Hot Chocolate.

The winter bar boasts a mouth-watering menu created by Chef Daniel Payne and his team, featuring tapas-inspired dishes that are perfect for sharing or for light meals. Pulled pork soft tacos, kung pao bao buns, foie gras de canard crème brûlée, black angus beef tartare and cauliflower bitterballen are just some of the reimagined elevated dishes on offer.

Martin Cody, General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel The

Westcliff elaborates on what inspired the new outlet: “The winter bar is more than just a place to eat and drink. It is also a place to relax, socialise, and have fun. From our vantage up on the Westcliff hill we have one of the finest views over the urban forest below. PreView’s warm and inviting atmosphere promises to be the ultimate destination for those looking for a place to enjoy the spectacular sunsets over the city as the temperatures outside begin to subside.”

The PreView Winter Bar is open from 15h00 to 22h00 daily and is part of the commitment of Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff to provide Hotel and local guests, exceptional service and experiences whether for leisure or business.

Visit www.fourseasons.com/johannesburg/dining/ for reservations.

The Pot Luck Club has Landed in Joburg

It was always a matter of when, not if. Luke Dale Roberts and his crew of talented chefs have found a permanent home for The Pot Luck Club Johannesburg.

Taking the space that previously homed The Test Kitchen Carbon, in Rosebank’s prestigious Oxford Parks development, Pot Luck offers diners the opportunity of choice.

Since opening atop Cape Town’s Old Biscuit Mill Precinct in 2012 The Pot Luck Club has become one of the Mother City’s most successful eateries, as famous for its award-winning menu of global tapas as for its spirited service and creative cocktails.

The Pot Luck Club offers a lively urban energy that’s a perfect fit for Johannesburg’s vibrant dining scene. The Pot Luck Club experience is built around a menu of tapas-style dishes, with more than 20 individual plates drawing on global flavours reinvented with Pot Luck’s signature style and flavour.

“It’s fun. It’s busy. It’s energetic.”

The menu format will be familiar to Pot Luck fans, with Family Favourites and a ‘Greatest Hits’ of Pot Luck classics. If you’ve ever tasted the chickpea fries with aioli and smoked ketchup, or the succulent beef fillet with silky café au lait sauce, you’ll know precisely why these plates could never be taken off the menu.

Other favourites have been given a unique twist for Johannesburg the beef tataki – is plated with fresh spring onion dressing and roast garlic aioli, and the line fish swims in saffron cream, with tamarind dressing and basil mint salad. Along with a fragrant Pad Thai lobster salad; a highlight of the new menu is the Mexican-inspired pork belly.

Pot Luck Club Johannesburg also boasts a dedicated Cold Bar, serving everything from oysters with Vietnamese-style nuac cham dressing, to line fish ceviche dressed with the kick of a classic ‘tiger’s milk’.

Both are a perfect match for the carefully curated list of wines from boutique South African cellars, and signature Pot Luck daquiris, martinis and sake-based cocktails.

Open for lunch (12h30-14h00) and dinner (18h00-21h00), Monday to Saturday. www.thepotluckclubjhb.co.za

Welcome to Franschhoek Cellar

Inspired by over 350 years of winemaking tradition and heritage, Franschhoek Cellar is home to a vibrant and celebrated range of wines. Join for specially curated wine tastings that include artisanal chocolates and cheeses, or for a delicious deli style lunch under the oak trees. Franschhoek Cellar also has a supervised kiddie’s playground, which means fun for the whole family! Included in the offering, Franschhoek Cellar has a selection of unique event venues to suit every occasion, from weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, year-end corporate groups to intimate gatherings.

Franschhoek Cellar is a beautiful asset to the Franschhoek wine route, combining the charms of leisurely country life with the elegance of a worldclass venue to suit every need.

The team look forward to seeing you.

For enquiries or bookings, please send an email or call franschhoekcellar.co.za | fhccellardoor@dgb.co.za | 021 876 2086

Zioux by Marble

The Perfect Venue for Celebrations

Truffles on the Park is a contemporary dining restaurant located in the picturesque Mushroom Farm Park, situated in the heart of Sandton. A beautiful and intimate green oasis, with stack doors opening onto the park, Truffles on the Park is a delightful venue for year-end functions, product launches and any occasion that deserves a memorable venue.

Truffles on the Park offers guests a truly unique dining experience with delicious meals prepared using fresh seasonal, local ingredients. This leafy green oasis is the perfect place to linger.

Truffles on the Park’s facilities include ample off street parking, generator power during power outages, delicious food, and the option to curate menus or select from various options. The restaurant can be hired for exclusive use, and is suitable for large and small bookings. For reservations, contact reservations@trufflesbistro.co.za or book online via dineplan or www.trufflesbistro.co.za

Zioux [Pronounced Zoo] is the third, and most extravagant, addition to the Marble Group’s growing portfolio of leading hospitality establishments. An adventurous, sophisticated, playful, and glamorous place to escape and break free from Joburg’s urban jungle. The Marble Group team partnered with GRID, Blackline Group and Redecco to design the look and feel for Zioux. The concept is a play on the feeling of being caged and breaking free and it plays out into 400m² space where guests can indulge in champagne and cocktails. Every corner and surface in this space has been carefully thought through and pays homage to African art nouveau and is reminiscence of old London’s private members’ club combined with the vibrancy of Africa.

Interior designer, Irene Kyriacou developed Zioux’s décor to reflect a freedom of movement with contrasts between texture and colours and a juxtaposition between serious and fun. References to animals and birds are apparent throughout the space – oversized ants, dragonflies and dung beetles designed by Damian Grivas crawl down the pillar. Krisjan Rossouw’s “big five” paintings and red Springbok hide barstools are references to heritage and fun.

Designer Thabisa MjoMjo, founder of Mash T Design Studio, created the sixteen oversized lights that hang over the expansive central bar and illustrator Sarita Immelmann’s incredible talent is on display in the drapery. Nothing is frivolous. Everything is in the detail. The menu features an extravagant selection of dishes designed to be shared. Small plates, big flavour, inspired by flavours of Latin America with a strong focus on those from Mexico and Peru. Favourites include a vast selection of ceviche with a special mention to the Guajillo chilli-cured yellowtail, with naartjie aguachile, corn and coriander. Home-grown South African favourites also make an appearance … buttermilk fried chicken with caviar served on a doughnut; oxtail vetkoek with tamarind, ginger, jalapeño and spring onion salsa to name a few. There is also a selection of “bigger meals” for hungrier patrons, tacos and a shellfish bar serving oysters, caviar and more. A decadent selection of dessert has been designed by top pastry chef, Megan Meikle. The menu encourages a flavour-packed adventure, one small vibrant plate at a time.

Visit zioux.com for reservations.

Experience Exceptional with De Toren Private Cellar

From the beginning, the vision was to create something truly exceptional. By embracing the best of the old and blending it with the best of the new, De Toren’s approach over the past decades has remained to continuously evolve in their pursuit of excellence.

De Toren’s philosophy of exceptional care extends to every single aspect of their winemaking journey and beyond and was the inspiration behind establishing itself as South Africa’s first-ever gravity-fed cellar. Driven by a pioneering spirit and inspired by the untapped potential of its unique hilltop location on the flanks of the Polkadraai Hills, the estate sought to reinterpret the concept of Bordeaux wines in South Africa.

The estate celebrated its first-ever wine release in 1999 with the maiden vintage of the iconic De Toren Fusion V. This multi-award-winning wine’s name originated from the

meticulous blending process of ‘fusing’ together the five noble varietals of Bordeaux of which Cabernet Sauvignon remains the dominant cultivar in this world-famous blend.

Renowned for their meticulous attention to detail and an approach to craftsmanship that remains amongst the finest in the world.

The estate boasts the most magnificent views, spanning from the Stellenbosch mountain ranges to the scenic Cape Peninsula and even the majestic Table Mountain. All of which can be experienced by wine lovers, collectors and connoisseurs when visiting De Toren for an exceptional

experience. The experiences range from Premium walk-in tastings hosted in the exquisite wine bar or on the patio with its panoramic views to Luxury and Icon Tours, available by appointment, and hosted by a senior member of the team. Curated charcuterie platters are also available for guests to feast on, and with winter upon us, De Toren’s plush tasting lounge with its cosy fireplace is bound to become a favourite amongst red wine lovers.

For more information on this boutique estate, its acclaimed wine range and curated experiences, visit www.de-toren.com | email: info@de-toren.com

That Sense of Place

“What made me fall in love with the whole mystique of wine is the fact that you can drink a Sauvignon Blanc from Jonkershoek and a Sauvignon Blanc from Constantia and they will taste different … even though it’s the same cultivar,” says Lanzerac sommelier, Fundiswa Ziqubu.

Fundi’s journey with wine started in 2008, when she tasted her first bottle of wine. It was a heady affair as, not only was the wine a Bordeaux-style blend from Stellenbosch, but she also fell in love with the person pouring the wine. From then on, she was hooked.

A sommelier has many important responsibilities and one of them is to recommend food and wine pairings for guests. The opportunity to add a touch of uniqueness to a guest’s dining experience, especially during food and wine pairings, excites Fundi. “You can either go congruent or complementary,” she explains, “as there are classic flavour profiles that one should not meddle with, but it is a thrill to combine two flavours, not knowing if they will pair, and then getting that burst of flavour sensation in your mouth”.

What is Fundi’s favourite wine? After a long wrestle, she settles on the Lanzerac Mrs English Chardonnay for its sheer complexity, vivaciousness and versatility.

If you would like to experience Fundi’s sommelier service first-hand, take advantage of the Winter PayStay promotion, where you can stay for three nights and only pay for two.

Contact reservations@lanzerac.co.za or call us on 021 887 1132.

A ROMANTIC MID-WEEK WINELANDS GETAWAY

Spend a weekend at Jordan, surrounded by vineyards and mountains, in a beautifully appointed luxury suite with contemporary finishes and furnishings.

Included in this package, is a delicious dinner basket to be enjoyed on the patio of your suite, a bottle of Jordan Estate wine, a cellar tour, a tasting of Jordan’s estate wines, a 30 minute back, neck and shoulder massage, AND breakfast at The Cellar Door the following morning. From R4000 per suite per night, valid from Sunday – Thursday night. Direct bookings only.

Spend this Winter in the Stellenbosch Winelands with Jordan Wine Estate

From a romantic getaway to a wine, dine and stay, Jordan Wine Estate has it all.

CLASSIC DEAL

Book a stay in one of the Classic Suites and receive a 15% discount on your accommodation.

Included in this package, is a R1000 hospitality credit (which can be put towards additional activities on the estate), a bottle of Jordan Estate wine, a wine tasting for two, and breakfast the following morning at The Cellar Door. This offer is available at R3060 per suite per night, Sunday –Thursday only.

WINTER WINE & DINE

Warm up on the weekends at Jordan with the Winter Wine, Dine and Stay special. Be treated to world-class food and beautiful views with this package which includes – R1000

Boschendal Unveils

New Cow Shed Cottage

– A PERFECT BLEND OF LUXURY & NATURAL BEAUTY

Boschendal, the iconic Winelands destination, has launched its newest accommodation option– the Cow Shed Cottage. Situated in a private corner of the farm, the Cow Shed offers breath-taking views of the mountains and surrounding countryside, providing an idyllic escape for guests seeking peace and tranquillity.

Offering two beautifully decorated, spacious bedrooms with stunning vistas, the Cow Shed can accommodate up to four guests. The lounge area boasts luxurious furnishings and expansive windows, allowing guests to soak in the natural beauty of the area. Additionally, a private patio offers an exclusive space to unwind and connect with nature.

Ideal for a variety of occasions, from romantic getaways to family vacations, the Cow Shed offers a perfect blend of luxury and natural beauty. boschendal.com/stay/cow-shed-cottage/

credit, to cover a special three-course meal at The Jordan Restaurant for two* (available on Friday and Saturday dinner, and Saturday and Sunday lunch), a bottle of Jordan Estate wine, a wine tasting and breakfast the following day at The Cellar Door. From R3240 per suite per night, valid Friday, Saturday and Sunday night.

All Winter specials are valid from 1 May – 30 September 2023 and for direct bookings only.

For all bookings please contact Melanie Kahts on reservations@jordanwines.com | +27 (0)21 881 3441 View all accommodation offers and suites www.jordanwines.com/luxury-suite-specials/

travel wallet.

Share in this beauty with one of the following special winter accommodation packages:

GRANDE ROCHE PEARL OF PAARL PACKAGE #1

One night’s accommodation for two guests sharing and accommodated in a Terrace Suite

(Full English Breakfast included)

Sunset canapés and signature cocktail of the day

A four-course sharing plate dinner experience at The Grande Roche Restaurant

A bottle of Under Oaks estate wine to be enjoyed with dinner

Priced at R5 450, based on two persons sharing.

GRANDE ROCHE PEARL OF PAARL PACKAGE #2

One night’s accommodation for two guests sharing and accommodated in a Terrace Suite

(Full English Breakfast included)

Sunset canapés and signature cocktail of the day

A four-course sharing plate dinner experience at The Grande Roche Restaurant

A bottle of selected Under Oaks estate wine to be enjoyed with dinner

A 60-minute couples’ massage

Priced at R6 950, based on two persons sharing. Both packages may be extended upon request, with additional dates priced at R3 500 per room per night. This includes the accommodation for two persons sharing and daily Full English Breakfast. Both packages are available from 15 March 2023 until 30 September 2023 and subject to availability.

Nestled at the foot of the magnificent Paarl Rock is a boutique, luxury hotel unlike any other. Where the atmosphere of a bygone era brings a sense of gracious, unhurried living.

A Country Affair

Built in 1993, celebrating 30 years, the beautiful, five-star Walkersons Hotel & Spa, has enchanted visitors to Dullstroom with its’ Scottish country manor feel, natural stone and wood. Stunning countryside views, well-stocked trout dams, luxury and fine country dining make Walkersons a memorable destination.

The 800-hectare country estate is home to luxury accommodation and two self-catering family cottages. This fly-fishing paradise of 14 lakes and dams stocked with Rainbow Trout, entice both novices and experienced fly fishermen alike.

For hiking, biking and walking enthusiast, a network of paved, contoured pathways into the mountain reserve are a delight!

Hikers can get close to a variety of Dullstroom wildlife, which includes Zebra, Red Hartebees, Black Wildebees, Blesbok, Bushbuck, Oribi, Grey Duiker, Grey Ribbok and a large number of nocturnal animals or even take in the views on horseback!

The luxurious Spa at Walkersons Hotel, is a timeless place of peace and tranquillity, where guests have the opportunity to indulge in a wide-range of treatments – a feast for soul and senses.

Walkersons Hotel & Spa is renowned for top class, gourmet, country cuisine. Dining is an indulgent affair at The Flying Scotsman serving decadent four-course dinners each evening. The harmonious and romantic environment of this Dullstroom restaurant is rounded off with a roaring log fire on most evenings.

For a more laid-back affair, The Terrace invites hotel guests and day visitors to indulge in breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinners with glorious views. The famous Walkersons scones at afternoon tea overlooking the rose gardens are not to be missed and a specially prepared picnic hamper can be savoured down by the river. Peggy’s Bar is perfect for relaxed afternoon and pre/post-dinner drinks too!

Dreaming of a country wedding … The hotel has its own quaint, private chapel. There is also the opportunity to hold an incredible wedding ceremony under the open sky, out in the beautiful grounds of the hotel. The stunning surrounds of this country estate create superb photographic backdrops.

Recipient of the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence awards from 2013 to 2018 and the Travellers Choice awards in 2019 and 2021, Walkersons Hotel & Spa is an ideal exclusive weekend break. +27 (0)13 253 7000 | reservations@walkersons.co.za www.walkersons.co.za

A Brand-New Tasting Room to Experience Fryer’s Cove Wines

her craft. Using ingenuity and age-old practices, she pumps ice-cold sea water through the cellar to cool tanks during fermentation, all while keeping a watchful eye on the oak-aged Sauvignon Blancs, and blending Grenache Noir and Cinsault.

An impressive new fish tank has also taken pride of place. Filled with 6000 litres of sea water, pumped through daily from the cellar, the tank showcases a myriad of local marine life found in the bay just meters away from you. The fish tank is also home to 600 bottles of Fryer’s Cove Wines.

It’s time to raise your glasses and toast to a one-of-a-kind experience along the Cape West Coast! Fryer’s Cove has reimagined their Tasting Room into a brand-new, fresh, and contemporary space in which to enjoy your Fryer’s Cove favourites with unparalleled ocean views and warm West Coast hospitality. Located along the pristine coastline of the Cape West Coast lies Doringbaai, home to a small, but hardy fishing community and arguably the world’s only vineyard this close to the icy Atlantic Ocean and also the only vineyard within the Bamboes Bay ward, the smallest ward in South Africa. The new tasting room, right on the water’s edge, is the perfect place to explore and enjoy the unique and intriguing wines synonymous with Fryer’s Cove. Take in a breath of cool coastal décor, the spectacular glistening views of Doringbaai harbour, all whilst enjoying that perfect glass of Sauvignon Blanc. And if the vast ocean views are not enough, you can peer straight into the Old Crayfish factory that houses the working cellar. Here you will find Winemaker and Manager, Liza Goodwin, honing

The new menu at The Jetty Restaurant is a unique combination of local flavours, classic seafood dishes and modern renditions of age-old favourites. The Head Chef

has taken the utmost care in crafting an exciting and riveting menu with local ingredients that offers guests a variety of West Coast favourites such as Snoekkoekies (fish cakes), Kerrievis (curry fish) and Roosterkoek, freshly caught line fish, and more. On summer days, enjoy a Fish Braai on the Jetty, Prawn Pans and the sound of the waves crashing on the shore.

Fryer’s Cove is a quintessential West Coast experience, where wine lovers and adventurers can come together to enjoy unique and intriguing wines, delicious food, crashing waves, and that feeling of time standing still.

Mon-Sun 10h00-18h00 *Closed selected Public Holidays. www.fryerscove.co.za

Spectacular Views, Spectacular Holes Make for Spectacular Golf

AT CONSTANCE RESORTS IN MAURITIUS, SEYCHELLES

“Golf is a good walk spoiled” is a quote attributed to American novelist Harry Leon Wilson. If you happen to be walking the fa irways and greens of some of the most beautiful golf courses on the Indian Ocean Islands however, you will be willing the walk to go on and on … Crystal blue ocean views, white sandy beaches and lush green landscapes form the backdrop for the three iconic Constance golf courses in Mauritius and Seychelles.

Constance Belle Mare Plage in Mauritius and the Seychelles’

Constance Lemuria are at the top of the list. At the 9th annual World Golf Awards last year, the Legend Golf Course at Constance Belle Mare Plage was awarded the prestigious accolade of Indian Ocean’s best golf course, acknowledging it as a world class 18-hole course, and reinforcing Mauritius as a leading golf tourism destination.

Constance Hotels and Resorts is also one of only 60 global companies and organisations to receive this year’s IAGTO (Global Golf Tourism Organisation) Outstanding Service Award. This is awarded to golf tourism industry suppliers who

deliver the best experience and service for their golf travelling clients, ensuring that golf tourism continues to deliver a vital segment of the global travel and tourism marketplace.

Surrounded by Mauritian forest, the championship golf course is dotted with natural ponds and plants and has been created atop ancient volcanic rocks and craters.

Constance also lays claim to the only 18-hole golf course in Seychelles at its five-star Constance Lemuria resort. Set in verdant native vegetation, the course is adjacent to three of the most beautiful beaches in the Seychelles, including Anse Georgette, voted one of the best beaches in the world

Silver Spirit is Coming to SA

– WHAT CAN LUXURY SEEKING CLIENTS EXPECT?

For the first time in six years, Silversea Cruises will be opera ting an extended Indian Ocean Island and Southern Africa programme when the Silver Spirit returns to our region later this year.

Perfect for guests who like the finer things in life, a luxury cruise experience without travelling long-haul. But also, an excellent way to re-visit or further explore our incredible country from the Silversea perspective.

Silver Spirit will make her way from Dubai in a series of voyages.

Dubai to Mumbai (9 nights) or a longer option from Dubai to Mahe (18 nights) with calls in the Middle East, India, and around the stunning islands of the Seychelles.

Mahe to Cape Town (15 Nights) an incredible itinerary which includes calls in Zanzibar and Madagascar as well as exploring our incredible wildlife from her call at Richards Bay – but also with plenty of sea days to just relax and breathe in the Indian Ocean enjoying all of the luxury on board.

Then a series of voyages along our coastline and Namibia either Cape Town roundtrip (15 nights), OR on newly introduced shorter sector voyages between Cape Town and Durban and Vice Versa.

Fully refurbished in 2018 for a superlative onboard adventure, the all-new Silver Spirit has never looked better nor felt cosier.

Silver Spirit offers its guests one of the most complete cruise experiences available. With one of the highest space-to-guest ratios in the business and eight superlative luxury dining options, she retains our world-famous service standards and home away from home feel. Spacious decks leave plenty of room for relaxation, yet the cosy niches make sure that there is something for everyone. Meet likeminded friends, enjoy first-class dining and relax on our original Silversea flagship.

Fares vary depending on the voyage but range from around $4500 per person fully-inclusive. Contact Cruise Vacations to get your clients on the most luxurious ship sailing our waters this year!

011 514 0564 | info@cruise-vacations.co.za

by Condé Nast Traveller. Sprinkled with natural ponds and gentle hills, its unique topography offers spectacular views of the Indian Ocean and the Coco de Mer palm trees.

If you feel you need a little help with your swing or putting action, the Constance Golf Academy offers guests the full golfing experience.

If golf is your game – and even if it’s not – a walk around the 18 holes of the Legend or Links courses at Constance Belle Mare Plage in Mauritius, or the idyllic course at Constance Lemuria in Seychelles, will certainly prove to be quite the opposite to a ‘good walk spoiled’!