Food & Wine

Franschhoek – A Taste of France In the Cape Winelands

Post author:Living It Up CT
Post published:9 October 2020
Post category:Eco Travel Food & Wine Lifestyle Travel
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Franschhoek, a little slice of France in the Cape Winelands is known as South Africa’s Gourmet Capital, and with good reason. This wonderful wine region is not to be missed and offers a plethora of award-winning wines, delicious dining options and lifestyle experiences to suit every palate and pocket; a veritable food and wine lover’s playground throughout the year.

September proved to be a bumper travel month once we reached Lockdown Level 1. I found my travel thirst quenched with numerous trips around the Western Cape and was thrilled when an invitation to rediscover Franschhoek popped in my inbox. And not just for the day. Our jam-packed itinerary included an overnight stay at… well, read on to find out how to get the most out of your time in and around fabulous Franschhoek.

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Rekindle the Romance at Elgin Vintners Country House

Post author:Living It Up CT
Post published:15 September 2020
Post category:Food & Wine Travel
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If ever there was a time to go out and explore your own ‘backyard’, so to speak, it is now. Yes, there is a pandemic happening and we need to be cautious and practice social distancing, sanitise our hands and wear masks, but we also need to support the wine and hospitality industries that were dealt a severe blow due to the nationwide lockdown. Now is the best time to do just that, especially with amazing discounts offered by many establishments.

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Spoil Mom with a lip smacking guava pavlova dessert and Roodeberg Rosé

Post author:Living It Up CT
Post published:7 May 2020
Post category:Food & Wine In The News
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Celebrate your Mom this Mother’s Day by whipping up this delicious, immune-boosting Roodeberg Rosé-inspired guava pavlova by foodie, Elmarie Berry.

One of nature’s most powerful sources of vitamin C, guavas are rich in protective antioxidants making them the perfect fruit to stock up on during the chilly autumn and winter months.

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