Cape Weekly Digest | Saturday, 12th June, 2021
Curated roundup of local news & events for Wine & Travel
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Tourism Roundup
Cape Town shines at international film awards - Despite the doom and gloom during a year when tourism is struggling, Cape Town scoops several top awards at international film awards…….. article via The Good Things Guy
Welcome to My Clean Green Home - In partnership with the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA), the My Clean Green Home design competition called for professionals and students to develop a home that demonstrates sustainable living in action…….. article via Cape Town Future Energy Festival
Minister Meyer welcomes EU designation of "Rooibos/Redbush" - Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Dr Ivan Meyer welcomes the announcement that the European Commission has approved the registration of the designation ‘Rooibos’/’Red Bush’ in its Register of Protected Designations of Origin and Protected Geographical Indications…….. article via Western Cape Government
Top SA Chef Chantel Dartnall to Open New Restaurant - South Africa’s multi award-winning Restaurant Mosaic has found a fabulous new home far from its Pretoria roots… in France!…….. article via SA People News
NOODBOX is our new Ramen obsession - Ramen, the irresistible Japanese noodle soup that’s eaten (if not celebrated) in all corners of the globe, has a rich history and many regional variations. And now, lucky Cape Town locals will be able to indulge in a fresh, authentic Ramen experience in the comfort of their own home with the launch of the new and innovative Noodbox…….. article via My City By Night
Local Events
Father's Day lunch at The Bakery - Gather together your family and friends and visit The Bakery at Jordan this June for a delicious Father’s Day 3-course set menu. Escape to this Winelands destination and let this winter warmer special put a smile on his face!
Venue: The Bakery at Jordan
Date: All through June
Cost: R380pp
Catch Artist Mthwakazi’s New Exhibition At Zeitz Mocaa - Waiting for Gebane is a solo exhibition by the South African artist Senzeni Mthwakazi Marasela. Through mediums such as textiles, embroidery, photography, and painting, it provides a reflective overview of the artist’s practice.
Venue: Zeitz MOCCA Pavillion, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Date/Time: Running until 21 August, Thursday to Sunday, 10AM to 6PM
Cost: From R220pp
Virtual Masterclass with Jan Hendrik Van Der Westhuizen - In partnership with Cape Union Mart, join Jan Hendrik on the Innovation Studio rooftop in Cape Town as he hosts a braai like no other.
Venue: Online
Date/Time: Thursday June 17, from 18:30pm to 19:30PM
Cost: Free, please RSVP by 14 June
Wine Society At Magnolia Social Dining Lounge - We're very excited about our 2nd (monthly) Wine Society event! Winemakers at our June event will be: Rudolph Steenkamp - Haskell Vineyards, Billy Hughes - Hughes Family Wines, Christo Kotze - La Vierge Wines.
Venue: Magnolia Social Dining Lounge
Date/Time: Thursday 24 June, 17:30PM to 21:00PM
Cost: R300pp includes small plates dinner plus tasting of 9 wines
Franschhoek Mystery Weekends - In these turbulent times we find ourselves in why not treat yourself to an all-inclusive winelands getaway, where your weekend has been meticulously planned for you from check in to check out. Franschhoek’s popular Mystery Weekends hold the promise of surprise, relaxation and pure indulgence. Contact Carmen Arendse on mysteryweekend@franschhoek.org.za
Venue: Franschhoek Wine Valley,
Date: 25 - 27 June, 30 July - 1 August, 27 - 29 August
Cost: Ultimate (R8 150 per couple) or Superior (R5 800 per couple)
Community Shout Outs & Local Listings
Father’s Day at the One&Only - The One&Only Cape Town Hotel and Resort hosts a decadent, four-course Father’s Day lunch at their Ochre Restaurant. Ochre is a contemporary interpretation of age-old South African recipes and brings together a kaleidoscope of heritages to create uniquely re-imagined dishes and flavours. Bookings and Contact Details & Map
Show Some Final Love To Cape Town’s Coolest Queer-Friendly Space - The Raptor Room, one of Cape Town’s hippest LGBTQI+ hotspots, recently announced its permanent closure on 20 June 2021. Their absence in the buzzy East City precinct will be felt, but there is still some time to show support.
Our Pods Are Open For Bookings! - Mount Camdeboo's Pods have been designed with the lightest possible environmental footprint, we see them as resting in the landscape rather than adjusting it. Bookings and Contact Details & Map
We are celebrating World Gin Day this Saturday with Triple Three Distillery gin cocktails at The Vineyard. With Table Mountain as your backdrop and our beautiful gardens open to explore, it's the perfect mix. Contact Details & Map
Harbour House V&A Waterfront - Our signature & aromatic mussels, steamed in a creamy white wine and garlic sauce, with pancetta crumbs & charred ciabatta is a dish that will have you coming back for more. Contact Details & Map
Community Vacancies
Brand Manager - RGBC is a distributor of premium alcohol brands. We are the purveyors of fine champagne and spirits in South Africa. We are recruiting for 2 Brand Managers: Hennessy & Moët & Chandon, Belvedere and Dom Pérignon. For more information please contact: careers@rgbc.co.za
National Wine Sales Manager at Vrede en Lust Wines - Our family owned wine estate is looking for a National Wine Sales Manager (Paarl area). The position requires strong existing experience and contacts within the domestic wine sales market. Experience in the export market will be an added bonus. Apply through LinkedIn
Financial Manager - Hospitality - A successful company focusing in the hospitality industry is see king to employ a proactive Financial Manager to join their team based in the Southern Suburbs. This position will play an important strategic role in the management team, where you will oversee all aspects of Hospitality finance functions. Upload your CV and apply through Executive Placements
Restaurant General Manager at Winston & Julia Chocolate - Our Pizzeria, based at a Wine Venue just outside of Stellenbosch, is looking for a well-organized and energetic Restaurant General Manager to lead all aspects of our business. If you meet the criteria, email your CV to nini@winstonandjulia.co.za and state your salary expectations.
Documentations Controller (Wine) - This is a great opportunity to work for an International Clearing and Forwarding Business with offices based in Paarl. To be successful in this role you will need to be able to work to strict deadlines, work well under pressure, multi-task and enjoy contributing to a fun, professional working environment. Apply through Careers24
Cape Wine News
Inviting Nature In With The New Creation Biome - Welcome to the Creation Biome at the entrance to the Tasting Room at Creation Wines, where right now you’re greeted by seasonal fynbos such as the exquisite King and Pink Ice Proteas…….. article via The Wine Tarte
J.C. Le Roux launches virtual celebration tasting boxes - The House of J.C. Le Roux, South Africa’s first dedicated sparkling wine cellar, is excited to launch their virtual celebration tasting boxes to all consumers around South Africa…….. article via Cape {Town} Etc
Top SA wines for sale at online auction after COVID alcohol sales ban hits exports - Some of South Africa's finest, award-winning wines will be up for grabs in a rare and unprecedented online auction next week. There are about 12,000 cases of wine from estates including Du Toitskloof Wines and Elgin Vintners that were traditionally reserved for the export market…….. article via EWN
Drink up! SAB to pour R2 billion investment back into South Africa - The storm clouds have seemingly parted for the alcohol industry, as South African Breweries (SAB) has announced its decision to pump billions back into South Africa. The move comes after a turbulent year, where alcohol bans and liquor restrictions decimated one of the cornerstones of our domestic economy…….. article via The South African
Chenin Blanc Finds Its Feet in South Africa - Between the deep green valleys running down from the Cape Fold mountains to the open plains of golden farmlands, there’s one grape variety that has thrived in the Cape Winelands for centuries…….. article via The Pix
Cheers to Groot Constantia’s liquid legacy - It is no secret that the Cape Winelands has some of the most incredible jewels in the wine industry, so it should come as no surprise that a 200-year-old bottle of Grand Constance has been sold for nearly half a million rand……… article via Cape Town Travel
This Weeks Wine Releases
This week Crystallum, Van Loggerenberg and Jordan have released their 2020 vintages. For a complete list of their wines released, take a look over at The Wine Tarte
International Wine News
The Surprising Story of Oregon’s Other Pinot - Wine Enthusiast
Ten Great Places to Hike, Bike and Sip in California Wine Country - Cision
Why Australia’s Latest Wines Are Making Waves - The Drop
Get to know white Burgundy: Good, Better, Best - Decanter
Hedonism opens wine focused pub, as UK pub confidence grows post-lockdown - Hunter Valley Online Wine News
Are We Entering the Post-Natural Wine Era? - VinePair
For next weeks Cape Weekly Newsletter, please email us your news or shout outs by the 17th of June for inclusion in our next newsletter.
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