PRG vs Grey: The big weekend
The excitement in Paul Roos classrooms and on the school grounds is palpable: Grey College is heading to Stellenbosch.
Things to do this weekend – 16 to 18 August 2019
Get hyped for the big game on Saturday, learn the ropes of photography at Helderberg Nature Reserve and the Stilwater MTB Challenge turns 10 in our list of things to do this weekend.
On unifying Stellenbosch’s wine and tourism
General manager appointment to boost new visit Stellenbosch destination marketing organisation.
Morgenster takes top international olive oil accolade
Morgenster’s Don Carlo Extra Virgin Olive Oil has been named the 2019 winner of the “Best Extra Virgin Olive Oil in the Southern Hemisphere”.
A maiden launch to remember
We attended the launch of TheFoodFox.com founder Ilse van der Merwe’s first cookbook at Overgaauw Wine Estate where we found great company, amazing food and one of the best goodie bags ever.
A sophisticated affair
The annual Radio Helderberg Women’s event was held in the Camphor Ballroom at Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa on Wednesday 31 July and guests were left delighted by the evening’s offerings.
The continued case for equities
The underwhelming performance of the South African equity market over the past few years has led to jittery investors questioning whether they should remain invested in shares at all.
Rolex Fastnet Race: A Lasting Encounter
A record-breaking fleet of more than 400 yachts has entered the 48th edition of the Rolex Fastnet Race and they will be taking on a legendary 605 nautical mile course that demands unremitting endeavour.
Things to do this weekend: 2 to 4 August 2019
Grab your significant other for a wine-tasting weekend getaway in the Upper Blaauwklippen Valley, meet some of Stellenbosch’s famous chefs at the Wine & Food Festival, and hone your golfing instincts as the Cape Town Sunday League hits Stellenbosch Golf Club.
Things to do this Women’s Day
Round up your favourite ladies for some bubbly and tapas at Lanzerac Hotel & Spa, catch Titilayo Adedokun’s riveting play “Fifty Shade of Fairytales” at the Drama Factory, or combine Women’s Day by celebrating all things feline at the Cat Rescue Café, and so much more.
Talk of the Town
In what has been a bumper month of developments and happenings, Danie Keet brings you the latest and greatest news from in and around the Winelands.
Things to do this weekend: 26 to 28 July 2019
From wining and dining to running and riding (and everything in between) our list of things to do this weekend has something for every type of Stellenboscher.
Host your own chef’s table
From smokey guava BBQ-glazed skaapstertjies to citrus-cured snoek paté and the classic Beef Wellington… these gourmet meals are yours to make at home, thanks to recipe cards made by Lanzerac’s executive chef, Stephan Fraser.
A lodge for all seasons
A visit to Tengile River Lodge in midsummer brought excitement aplenty for RICHARD HOLMES, but a winter visit, too, he reckons, would allow him to appreciate fully the luxurious comforts of this new lodge.
Celebrate Women’s Day in style
Spoil yourself, your friends, your partner or colleague at this up-market event with well-known TV personality and presenter, Aleit Swanepoel & acclaimed make-up artist, Alicia Buckle.
Bubbles & Bliss 2019
Bubbles & Bliss 2019 will take place at the newly renovated Bakenhof Wineland venue on the 10th of August 2019 – an extended celebration of Women’s Day on the 9th of August 2019.
Things to do this weekend: 19 to 21 July 2019
Try exciting new gourmet soups at Spier’s Tasting Room, grab some friends for a few icy brews at the Winterfest Beer Festival, and run off the week’s worries at the Stellies Shakeout, this weekend in the Winelands offers an exciting mix of events, activities and happenings to enjoy.
Lizelle gerber appointed as Nederburg’s new cellar-master
Seasoned, award-winning winemaker Lizelle Gerber is joining Nederburg Wines in Paarl as its new cellar-master, from 1 August.
Stellenbosch wines win big in Cape Bordeaux Red Blend report
The Stellenbosch region dominated the awards once again, with 20 of the 29 top wines hailing from the district and also produced seven of the top 10 wines poured for the panel.
Things to do this weekend: 12-14 July 2019
Take a look at our top choices for your weekend calender.