Cape Weekly Digest | Friday, 2nd April, 2021
Curated roundup of local news & events for Wine & Travel
Hello,
Looks like its going to be another dry Easter this year, although you’ll still be able to get your favourite tipple in restaurants and bars.
I had a lovely meal at Mochi Mochi in Longmarket Street, where small Japanese dishes are made by Tjing Tjing and the coffee is made by Molten Toffee. I had the Atsui dogs with kimchi and Kewpie mayonnaise, all on home-made milk bread buns, they were so good that I inhaled mine and completely forgot to take pictures.
- Shirley
News Roundup
Beer Association of SA slams government - The Beer Association of South Africa (BASA) has slammed the government’s four day ban on off-site alcohol sales calling it “unnecessary and heavy-handed”. Full Article
WATCH Candelabra Lily ‘Secretly’ in Flower in the Northern Cape - It’s no secret that South Africans are wild about our wild flowers… and this video helps show why. It features the incandescent Candelabra Lily ‘secretly’ in full flower around Nieuwoudtville in the Northern Cape. Full Article
For the love of biltong: Rugby players open Hong Kong’s first biltong bar - Hong Kong’s first dedicated biltong bar with farm-style café, deli products and a South African-inspired menu recently opened its doors in Wan Chai. Full Article…
Raise a glass to the many health benefits of wine - Capetonians don’t need much reason to pour a glass of wine, but actually, there are several good health reasons. Drinking either white or red wine regularly in moderation with a balanced diet can improve overall health and prevent a whole bunch of diseases. Full Article…
Jameson Whiskey launches skincare range in SA - The alcohol industry is looking to diversify amid the devastating effects of the pandemic and all the subsequent lock downs. Full Article
Cape Wine News
Boekenhoutskloof: tasting the 2018 wines - Amid a few anecdotes, revelations and home truths, Marc Kent of South African winery Boekenhoutskloof, reveals why 2018 was the ‘third time’s a charm’ vintage at the launch of six new-release wines. Boekenhoutskloof Listing & Full Article
Alert Level 1 Remains With A Little Less Alcohol Over Easter - Much to the relief of many South Africans, SA is to remain on Alert Level 1 with just a few minor adjustments, including that alcohol may not be purchased off-site during the Easter Weekend. Full Article
Ruth McCourt appointed custodian of Franschhoek Wine Tourism - Franschhoek local, Ruth McCourt has taken over the reins of Franschhoek Wine Valley Tourism, one of South Africa’s leading tourism destinations, as the marketing manager and custodian as of 1 March 2021. Full Article
Find some sparkle: 50 years of bubbly in South Africa - Great are the trumpet noises that so often herald the fact that the South African wine industry began, all of 362 years ago, when Dutch colonist Jan van Riebeeck announced that the first wine grapes had been harvested and pressed in the Cape. Full Article
I Can See Clearly Now, The Rain Has Gone - Oldenburg Vineyards - This morning was a great one! Thys and I went to the top of Rondekop to do some filming for this month's TeleView. Full Article
Family Matters - Delheim Wine Estate - At the end of another harvest season, Delheim Wine Estate is looking onward to cooler evenings with less fire threat to the farm. Full Article & Delheim Wine Estate Listing
Wine Releases
Craven Wines new releases - Mick and Jeanine Craven’s new vintage of Stellenbosch focused wines have just been released and are being tasted through the country. Read More…
Kottabos Chenin Blanc 2020 - Get your hands on the new vintage of Reenen Borman’s extended skin contact Chenin Blanc to experience the full textural qualities of this grape. Read More…
Newton Johnson Family Wines - Newton Johnson Vineyards has released the new vintages of their Family Vineyards Newton Johnson. Newton Johnson Family Vineyards Listing
International Wine News
What Happens When Flying Winemakers Are Grounded? - Olivier Trégoat travelled roughly 100 days per year before the pandemic, dividing his time between Asia and South America. Full Article
Pimm’s Cup Riffs - Mixed with Pimm’s No. 1, a botanically laced gin liqueur originating in 19th-century London, the Pimm’s Cup is inarguably refreshing and quintessentially British—even deemed the official drink of Wimbledon, where 276,291 cups were sold during the event in 2019. Full Article
The Ecosystems Behind Three Common Wine Descriptors - From single vineyards to entire regions, wine growing areas around the world each boast a distinct blend of environmental factors that influences the characteristics of wine. Elements like temperature, sunlight and rainfall play a part, as do more granular details, like soil’s pH level and microbial make-up. Full Article
Walls: Why Syrah is the most adaptable grape in the world - Matt Walls explores the global reach of the famous Rhône grape variety, finding truly outstanding examples from around the globe in South Africa, the USA, Lebanon and New Zealand. Full Article…
The Absolute Best Wines to Drink with Thai Food - Thai food is often paired with sweet white wines like Riesling—but those only serve to dampen the robust textures and spices, something that we rebel against at Night + Market. Full Article
Local Events
Le Pommier Wine Estate - Treat the family to a memorable Easter getaway among the vineyards at the renowned Le Pommier Wine Estate, cosily nestled in the heart of Banhoek Valley. The venue also hosts an exciting Easter egg hunt, and there’s an arts & craft table for young creatives under 7 years. Le Pommier Wine Estate Details & Event Details
Spier’s Easter Activities: Spend a long weekend in Spier, on one of Stellenbosch’s oldest wine farms, and enjoy an abundance of activities with your family. From delicious farm-style meals, an Easter Egg hunt, to encounters with eagles and awe-inspiring artworks, every minute is play time for children. Spier Wine Estate Listing & Offer Details
Family Fun at Boschendal - Boschendal presents a series of Easter surprises lined up for all family members at one of the Cape’s most prestigious wine farms. Boschendal Listing & Offer Details
Easter and More at the Manor this April - Make the most of gorgeous autumn days by visiting our beautiful eatery, The Manor, situated in our iconic manor house. It spills out onto the terrace… Read More…
Enjoy a time honoured tradition at Lanzerac this Easter - Easter is a time to feast, to connect with family and friends and abundantly enjoy new adventures. A time to absorb the beauty all around. Lanzerac awaits with an Easter package designed to refresh body, mind and soul. Wine Estate Details & Package Details
Community Shout Out & Local Listings
Quay Four Tavern & Upstairs offer tasty seafood with a view over the water, all in the heart of the V&A Waterfront. Restaurant Details
The Beach Villa - Positioned directly on the beach with breathtaking views of the ocean, Table Mountain and Robben Island, this seaside Villa offers the discerning traveller all the luxuries, warm hospitality and personal service in private surroundings. Villa Details
Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve Easter Discount - The Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve offers 50% off stays this Easter long weekend and has extended their limited discount weekends. Game Reserve Details
Surf Emporium - Surf Emporium is internationally renowned as South Africa’s most popular Surf and SUP destination with a proven track record. Surf Emporium Details
Into The Blue Scuba Diving School - Into The Blue Scuba Dive Centre is a well established diving centre located in Cape Town, Western Cape. ITB Scuba Centre Details
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