Mention spring flowers in the Cape and most people immediately think of Namaqualand. But there is another flowering season, further south in the Klein Karoo, that is far less known and quite different in character. After good winter rains the…
In Stellenbosch you’re never more than a vineyard away from a good wine story, and this week is no exception. From award announcements to harvest updates, we’ve rounded up what’s been swirling through the local wine world. Pieter Ferreira has…
While Stellenbosch’s dining scene continues to evolve and grow, there are some restaurants that are timelessly woven into the fabric of town. From historic Cape Dutch buildings and grand wine estates to much-loved central spots, these are the Stellenbosch classics…
Stellenbosch University and Maties Sport have announced Sean Erasmus as the new Head Coach of Maties Rugby. Erasmus joins Maties after a successful period as Head Coach of Paarl Boys’ High School, where he helped build one of the country’s…
The Interskole weekend between Paul Roos Gymnasium and Grey College, alongside the parallel fixture between Hoër Meisieskool Bloemhof and Sekondêre Meisieskool Oranje, takes centre stage this weekend as the Bloemfontein-based schools come to town. A Rivalry Rooted in History The…
Pieter Ferreira has spent more than four decades chasing the perfect bubble, a pursuit that has not gone unnoticed in the international wine world. On 7 September, the International Wine Challenge (IWC) will in London raise a glass to the…
Stellenbosch estates once again emerged with top honours at the 14th Shiraz SA Challenge. Eighteen winners were awarded in the three categories with Spier pocketing two awards and Stellenrust being recognised for their work in sustainability, excellence, innovation, creativity and…
Skin Renewal is a doctor-led clinic network that has operated for 21 years. Its stated model centres on personalised, evidence-based care that addresses both skin appearance and contributing systemic factors. Skin Renewal’s core promise to patients is doctor-led, personalised care delivering…
Te Water House in Graaff-Reinet is an old Karoo home that has found new life as a place where people gather. Once an antique shop, it is now a space where bread is baked, ideas are shared and a small…
On the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain, the Waterford Estate produces a Cabernet Sauvignon that reflects both place and people. This corner of the Stellenbosch wine region has long been recognised for producing some of South Africa’s most distinctive Cabernet…