Southern Vines Summer 2019

VINES

SOUTHERN VINES | SUMMER 2019

SOUTHERN LIFESTYLE & LEISURE

SUMMER 2019

BRING ON THE BUBBLES

SIX SPECTACULAR, LOCAL MCCs

SALSIFY

A NEW RESTAURANT FROM LUKE DALE ROBERTS

SUMMER PICNICS

THE CAPE’S BEST PICNIC SPOTS

Staycation!

SUMMER AT THE SEASIDE: A DAY IN KALK BAY

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ART SCENE

Artwork inspired by everyday South African scenes

EVENTS Keep busy this summer season

CHEFS TABLE Chef Santi Louzán’s new social dining event

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EAT Four of Cape Town’s hottest new restaurants

ROOM TO GROW A look inside a century-old barn in Wellington

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MINIMALIST MAXIMILISM Downscaling to a sophisticated 1-bedroom home

DÉCOR TRENDS Eclectica & Outdoor envy

NATURAL TRENDS Healthy trends worth a try this summer

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The new F-TYPE range delivers incomparable driving enjoyment From the new 2.0 litre 4 cylinder 221kW engine, right up to the 5.0 litre V8 423kW engine, pure exhilaration is standard throughout.

So too is the F-TYPE’s distinctive new styling, with wider intakes, updated lights and interior refinements. Every model is equipped with Torque Vectoring for spectacular cornering, and offers the option of an active differential and performance braking systems.

Whatever your choice, the new F-TYPE will put a new kind of smile on your face.

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HOT AIR BALLOONING Experience the Cape winelands like never before

SUMMER AT THE SEASIDE Spend a day in Kalk Bay

THE GREAT SOUTH Eat drink and explore Australia

SNORKELLING WITH SEALS Head out to Duiker Island to swim with seals

HIT THE ROAD – CAR REVIEWS Lexus LS500 & VW Touareg

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WINE FOR THOUGHT Emile Joubert’s top 3 wine selections

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BRING ON THE BUBBLES The 6 best MCCs for this festive season

PURE PLEASURE Alcohol-free bubbly fits every lifestyle

SUMMER PICNICS Cape Town’s best picnic spots

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This one was easy; Cape Town is bursting at the seams with new restaurants, exciting events, and trending fashion and décor news to keep us busy and inspired over this holiday season. Travel trends see us visit a very close to home seaside suburb, Kalk Bay, and if you’re looking for a destination a bit further afield, then Australia is a great starting point to begin your explorations. The holiday season naturally brings festivities along with it, and so we’ve listed our top local MCC bubblies (including a delicious non-alc version, too) for that effervescent pop we all enjoy.

We’ve made it to the end of another glorious year, and we couldn’t be more excited to see what’s in store for the next. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all our wonderful supporters – we’ve loved how you, the Cape Town community, have so graciously let us into your homes. Privileged is an understatement. Please do keep in contact with us; we really appreciate all the feedback and conversations. Be safe and enjoy the festivities.

Email me at lauren@southernvines.co.za

the team EDITOR Lauren Zuidema

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1. Beaded necklace, Accessorize, R349; 2. Double layer top, Mango, R299; 3. Tasselled earings, Colette by Colette Hayman, R199.50; 4. Flower-print shorts, Mango, R699; 5. Polka dot t-shirt, Mango, R149; 6. Sunglasses, Prada by Sunglass Hut, R3 190; 7. Stripe tunic dress, Poetry, R799; 8. Formula 1, TAG Heuer, POR; 9. Cross-body bag, Colette by Colette Hayman, R630; 10. Crossband sliders, Charles & Keith, R729; 11. Striped trousers, Mango, R599

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Available at AERONAUTICA MILITARE: Protea Court Sandton City • Morningside Sandton • Mall of Africa • Gateway Durban GERI: Hyde Park • Melrose Arch • Mandela Square Legacy Corner • Menlyn Pretoria • V&A Waterfront Cape Town www.geri.co.za @GeriBoutiques

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Three Cape Town-based artists create work that is inspired by our country —from its people to its shores — South Africa lives in each of these diverse collections. Chloe Obermeyer, Janna Prinsloo and John Pace all produce art that is relevant and refreshing, each in a medium and style that is uniquely their own.

CHLOE OBERMEYER Chloe Obermeyer is a visual artist based in Cape Town. She graduated with a degree in Fine Art from Michaelis School of Fine Art in 2014 and has since exhibited her work at various spaces around the country, as well as at photographic exhibitions in Italy.

Chloe draws artistic inspiration from the natural world, and from the ocean in particular.

She is intrigued by nature’s ability to perplex scientific conclusions, as well as its ability to inspire human imagination and fiction. For her, her work is a means of navigating her interest in South Africa’s oceans and coastlines.

Chloe creates cyanotype prints — a cameraless form of printing that dates back to the 1800s and is famed for its distinct blueprints.

Some of her latest work combines these cyanotype prints with other mediums, including inks, acrylics, watercolour and koki pen pigments.

Chloe’s work can be found at the StateoftheART Gallery in Buitenkant Street, Cape Town www.stateoftheart-gallery.com

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JANNA PRINSLOO Janna Prinsloo was born and raised in Pretoria where she completed her degree in Fine Art. She is now based in Cape Town where she works as a professional artist. She has participated in exhibitions across the country and was awarded the Vernon John Design Merit Prize as part of the Vuleka Art Competition in 2010.

Many of Janna’s works are of the human figure, which for her is a way to represent hidden truths and personal, internal realities.

While she works in the traditional medium of oil painting on canvas or board, her subject matter is often strongly figurative and vibrant. She describes herself as being intrigued by the inner world of individuals, and through her art, depicts people and their interactions with symbolic landscapes.

Janna’s work can be found at the StateoftheART Gallery in Buitenkant Street, Cape Town www.stateoftheart-gallery.com

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JOHN PACE John Pace has worked in the design and advertising industry for the last 30 years and currently works as the Creative Director at his Cape Town-based agency At Pace. He is also an award-winning artist and was the winner of the Sanlam Portrait Award in 2015 for the portrait of his own son, Jack.

He studied Fine Art and Graphic Design at the Durban Technical College, before beginning his successful career in advertising.

He paints and draws in his spare time and has exhibited his work locally.

John has worked with printmaking as well as monochromatic drawing, with a focus on animal subjects. His latest work includes portraits of human subjects in the medium of oil on canvas. His collection titled Looking at You, depicts ordinary people with extraordinary lives — among his subjects are a pig farmer, chicken seller, and butcher man. His oil paintings, which are accessible and relatable, work by lifting the subjects above the everyday often endowing them with a heroic aspect.

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Robert Hodgins, A Bad Day on the Dow: An Apoplectic Painting, 1994/5 | Estimate: R700 000 - 900 000

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WHAT’S ON

Plenty of fun-filled events and activities to keep you busy! Get out there!

DEC 2018

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Inspired by the beloved book by the incomparable Roald Dahl, Matilda The Musical is a multiaward-winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company.

It’s the story of an extraordinary little girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.

When: 11 December 2018 to 13 January 2019 Where: Artscape Theatre Entry: R100 - R520 p/p; www.computicket.com

THE GALILEO OPEN AIR CINEMA Hosted at various venues around Cape Town and the winelands, The Galileo Open Air Cinema brings guests a magical movie experience of cinematic delights, tantalizing treats, and breath-taking scenery under a canopy of stars. Movies scheduled for December include Mama Mia, Dirty Dancing, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and more.

When: until April 2019 Where: Various venues Entry: R89 - R320 p/p; www.thegalileo.co.za

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TABLE MOUNTAIN SUNSET SPECIAL COMEDY IN THE VINES Thirty years of touring, six children, two ex-wives, five DVDs, two movies, millions of air miles, and a Lifetime Achiever statue on his mantelpiece, if Barry Hilton isn’t the quintessential South African comedy giant, no one is! Come and see the comedic mastermind perform live at the Spier Farm Kitchen.

When: 29 December 2018 Where: Spier Farm Kitchen, Stellenbosch Entry: R200 p/p; www.spier.co.za

This summer, locals can enjoy a thrilling (return) cable car ride and a spectacular sunset experience on the top of the iconic Table Mountain for half the standard price after 18:00. Soak up a 360-degree view of the city and peninsula and watch as the sun sinks behind the Atlantic Ocean.

When: 1 November to 19 December 2018 | 3 January to 28 February 2019 Where: Table Mountain Cable Car Station Entry: Return ticket: R145 (adults); R72.50 (under 18 years); www.tablemountain.net

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JAN 2019

LOUISE CARVER & ARD MATTHEWS CONCERT Two of South Africa’s most talented singer/songwriters with multiple no.1 radio hits come together for a magical sunset concert at Stanford Hills Estate, just outside Hermanus. The lush green lawns, rolling vineyards, food stalls, and the promise of good wine make this the perfect venue for celebrations.

When: 2 January 2019 Where: Stanford Hills Estate, Hermanus Entry: R185 per adult | R95 per child | www.louisecarver.com

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THE DIAMOND WORKS TOUR IN THE CAPE WINELANDS Experience a truly luxurious excursion discovering the art of diamond cutting and the rich history of diamonds and gold in South Africa with The Diamond Works Cape Winelands experience. Start with the “Sparkling Tour” paired with premium Deetlefs Wines and embark on a wine tasting at Deetlefs Winery, followed by a gourmet burger. The tour can be booked 24 hours in advance with door-to-door pick up within the Cape Town and Cape Winelands area.

When: Available 7 days a week and will run open ended Where: Pick up at your door Entry: Starting at R1 790 p/p (minimum 2 pax), call 021 425 1970 to book

SPIER LIGHT ART SHOW Spier presents the opening ceremony of its first ever Festival of Light Art, which presents a dazzling and enchanting array of light and sound artworks, transforming the historic Stellenbosch farm into a multi-sensory, crosscultural wonderland.

When: until 30 January 2019 Where: Spier Wine Estate Entry: R580 per couple (includes picnic dinner for two plus wine) | R200 per adult (includes glass of wine) | R75 per child under 12

KIRSTENBOSCH SUMMER SUNSET CONCERTS The Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts present an exhilarating lineup of local and international artists within the sweeping green expanse of the spectacular Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Bring a picnic and camp out on the lawn with friends, while enjoying the live music.

When: Sunday 6th (Goldfish), 13th (Parlotones), 20th (Freshlyground), 27th (Mafikizolo) January 2019 Where: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden Entry: R150 – R220 p/p, kids under 6 free SUMMER 2019 SOUTHERN VINES

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SUNSET SPECIAL Valid From: 1 Nov 2018 - 28 Feb 2019 (excluding 20 Dec 2018 - 2 Jan 2019)

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FEB 2019

JÄGERMEISTER PRESENTS UP THE CREEK Every year, around 3,000 like-minded people gather in a stunning location just outside Swellendam for a four-day festival of music, nature, and celebration.

Perched on the banks of the Breede River, Up The Creek is South Africa’s second longestrunning music festival – and possibly its most unique.

When: 7 - 10 February 2019 Where: 8 km before Swellendam Entry: Full weekend tickets (arrive Thursday) – R1 120.

Friday to Sunday tickets – R970. www.upthecreek.co.za

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SAGGY STONE BEER & MUSIC FESTIVAL This family-friendly overnight festival (with camping facilities) features a 12-hour line-up of SA’s hottest music acts, great food, and delicious beer hosted by Amandalia farm in the Nuy Valley of Robertson.

When: 9 February 2019 Where: Amandalia Farm, Agtervinkrivier, Robertson Entry: R65 p/p (camping) | R355 – R455 (festival pass) | Under 5 free entrance; tickets available at www.webtickets.co.za

INVESTEC CAPE TOWN ART FAIR The 7th edition of the Investec Cape Town Art Fair (ICTAF) returns to the CTICC to celebrate cutting-edge contemporary art from South Africa, the African continent, and abroad. Positioned as the leading art fair in Africa, ICTAF provides a platform for galleries, collectors, curators and artists to engage in cultural and economic exchange.

When: 15 - 17 February 2019 Where: Cape Town International Convention Centre Entry: Tickets outlined on www.investeccapetownartfair.co.za

CAPE TOWN FOLK N’ MUSIC FESTIVAL A part of the Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts series, the Cape Town Folk ‘n Acoustic Music Festival brings a spectrum of live performances by the best of South Africa's folk and acoustic talent in a beautiful outdoor concert setting.

When: 17 February 2019 Where: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden Entry: R150 – R190 p/p

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Chefs Table

Chef Santi Louzán’s new social dining event is a celebration of good food, wine, and company.

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riginally from Galicia in north-eastern Spain, Chef Santi Louzán is a warm and creative soul with an extraordinary appetite for great food, wine, and company. It, therefore, makes perfect sense that he would have adopted the concept of Chefs Table Cape Town, a sublime evening of social dining that sends guests home with a bevvy of treasured memories, new friends, and probably just a little bit of a headache the morning after.

BOUTIQUE, INTIMATE DINING This dining experience is no gimmick – you are literally invited into Chef Santi’s home in an apartment above the historic Longmarket Street to spend an evening with him, eating his fabulous creations, listening to his fascinating tales, and connecting with strangers from all over the Cape, the country, and the world.

Here, you are welcomed like an old friend and instantly given a glass of something delicious, be it a gin cocktail or the wine of the evening, while waitrons carrying plates of delectable hors d’oeuvres do laps of the room.

On the particular night we attended, Chef Santi had paired his multi-course dining extravaganza with wines from Zandvliet, a beautiful Robertson Wine Valley estate that bears a lofty reputation for producing outstanding Shiraz.

FOOD WITH FLOURISH Between disappearing into the kitchen to whip together the evening’s meal, the vibrant and cheeky Chef Santi does the social rounds, warmly introducing himself and getting to know his

guests. The food of the evening is likely to change depending on his mood, the season, latest inspirations, and the particular winery he has chosen to work with.

On our night, however, we were treated to Chef Santi’s modern take on the classic prawn cocktail starter, which was paired with the Zandvliet Sauvignon Blanc, followed by crab, hake, and caviar in a creamy onion sauce. Next up was a zesty and bright chorizo salad (Zandvliet Estate Shiraz 2015), a palate-cleansing cocktail of pineapple, ClemenGold gin, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and then the main course: fillet steak served with mash and carrots, peas, and corn wrapped in a crispy pastry, paired with the extraordinary Kalkveld Shiraz 2015.

Dessert was a full-on production. The table was covered with a protective waterproof cover onto which Chef Santi swished, swilled, and scattered an array of ingredients, from chocolate sauce and custard to blueberries, gooseberries, and pomegranate seed. Directly onto this sweet mess, he slapped great dollops of chocolate mousse, which he topped with a torched marshmallow.

A MUST-TRY SOCIAL DINING EXPERIENCE Chefs Table Cape Town is, in equal measure, about good food, wine, and company, for what is good food without wine and, moreover, what is a great meal without people to share it with?

With these principles as his latest ventures’ bedrock, Chef Santi Louzán has successfully created a special, boutique, and intimate social dining experience that we absolutely love. SV

Email bookings@chefstablecapetown.com to reserve your seat at Chefs Table Cape Town’s upcoming social dining evenings, held most Wednesday and Thursday evenings. For more information, go to www.chefstablecapetown.com

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General Manager Markus Fiedler, Chefs Ryan Cole and Luke Dale Roberts

Legendary Cape Town Chef Luke Dale Roberts opens new restaurant at Camps Bay’s The Roundhouse.

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hef Luke Dale Roberts is a man who needs little introduction. Think The Test Kitchen, The Shortmarket Club, and The Potluck Club. He is a master of ingeniously innovative gastronomy sans snobbery, and his name is practically synonymous with fine dining. In October 2018, this indomitable chef expanded his mighty empire to include Salsify at The Roundhouse in Camps Bay. Standing proudly by his side is Chef Ryan Cole, his protégé and head chef from The Test Kitchen.

The Roundhouse, which used to be the hunting lodge of Sir Lord Charles Somerset, Governor of the Cape between 1814 and 1826, is an institution of the seaside suburb of Camps Bay. For years, it has been the “special occasion” restaurant people take friends, colleagues, family, and lovers to spend an evening on the receiving end of exceptional food, wine, and service.

With Chefs Luke Dale Roberts and Ryan Cole taking over the reins of this fine establishment, the goal has not only been to maintain this standard and expectation but to update and amplify it.

On the evening of the unveiling of Salsify at The Roundhouse, guests were welcomed with a drink and the opportunity to spend a leisurely hour exploring the revamped space, which is truly something unexpected. With a glass of the delicious Charles Fox Reserve Rosé Brut in hand, we took up residence in the astounding graffiti room, where a clutch of colourful armchairs and concrete walls emblazoned with politically-inflamed graffiti offered an intimate yet edgy feel. This captivating room is the collaborative effort of Chef Luke’s wife and design partner Sandalene and international street artist Louis de Villiers, who also goes by the pseudonym Skull Boy. Deliciously ensconced in our plush thrones, a steady stream of smartly dressed servers brought us delicately assembled bites of lamb leg tartar, celeriac and parmesan, and beetroot and sweet mustard hors d’oeuvres. From here, it was rather entertaining watching guests’ faces light up with intrigue as they filled into this space via the spectacular atrium, with its Otto du Plessis bronze sculpture Salsify, the restaurant’s guardian and muse.

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THE MAIN EVENT As diverting as we found the reimagined Roundhouse interior to be, we were ultimately here for the food, for which Chefs Luke Dale Roberts and Ryan Cole have earned a stratospheric reputation. And so it was with much anticipation that I planted myself at a table glittering with stainless steel cutlery and crystal glasses and awaited the main event.

For starters, spring minestrone soup with octopus, a fresh oyster, and sea herbs. Fresh, gentle, fragrant, and vividly coloured, I couldn’t imagine a more suitable culinary metaphor for springtime at the ocean. This was followed by slices of spice-fired tuna, smoked tomato, and lemon atchar, embellished with a crispy chickpea whirl. The main meal was a medallion of aged beef sirloin served with onion gravy, greens, tiny turnips, and an earthy porcini pudding. And the final courses (pre-desserts and desserts) were roasted pineapple, coconut cake, and goat kefir ice, and a strawberry scone with blueberry jam and champagne jelly.

The culinary theme at Salsify at The Roundhouse is open to interpretation; however, to me, it places simplicity and elegance above all. Rather than distract guests with a cacophony of food flavours, combinations, and complexities, Chefs Luke and Ryan create dishes that are honest and harmoniously balanced. There is a gentle interplay of flavours and textures that allows every ingredient to be honoured and the result is a mouth experience that is as gentle, compelling, and deeply satisfying as a Jane Austin love story.

I intend no hyperbole. We went on a journey that began with the exquisitely genteel Migliarina Grey Matters Pinot Gris 2017 to the clear favourite: the divine Paul Cluver Estate Pinot Noir 2017.

Sommelier Nash Kanyangarara did an incredible job of marrying each dish with a wine that was not only its suitable partner but its soul mate. Additionally, each new wine was served in a fresh glass, the shape of which was tailored to enhance its bouquet.

Spectacular attention to detail!

ANOTHER GEM IN THE CROWN The name Salsify (Sal-suh-fee), a rather misunderstood root vegetable, belies the fact that the new restaurant is indeed another gem in Chef Luke Dale Roberts’ culinary crown. From the moment you enter, you are treated to a feast, first for the eyes and then for the stomach. Personally, I found my mind fairly nourished, too, after the graffiti’s intellectually stimulating messages and the wine-fuelled conversation around the dinner table.

“We’re ready for something new, and we think the city is ready too”, says Luke. SV

WINE, GLORIOUS WINE Each dish was brilliantly paired with wines from around the Western Cape – and when I say brilliantly,

Salsify at The Roundhouse is situated at Round House Road, Camps Bay. For more information call 021 010 6444 or visit the website www.salsify.co.za. Reservations are online only and commence one month in advance from 08:30 am.

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With every passing week, it seems, new restaurants are flinging open their doors with a flourish, ready and raring to serve their unique take on South African or foreign cuisine. It’s a testament to the exploding dining scene in Cape Town that so many establishments are being successfully launched, many of which are going on to generate waves amongst the city’s self-confessed foodies and wine enthusiasts. Here are four brand new Cape Town restaurants we’ve got our eyes on.

THE RESTAURANT @ THE NEK Opened in November 2018, The Restaurant @ The Nek is the very newest kid on the Constantia block and has been opened right next door to its sister restaurant, La Parada. Michelin-trained chef Dylan Laity, also former head chef of The Roundhouse in Camps Bay, has the reins in the kitchen, which, he explained, will be “serving modern South African cuisine with definite influences from my travels abroad.” The restaurant itself is elegant, simplistic, and has been dressed in a Scandinavianchic design theme that allows breath-taking views of the Constantia Valley to take centre stage.

A Constantia Nek, 1 Hout Bay Road, Cape Town C therestaurant@constantianek.co.za, 021 795 0688 W www.constantianek.co.za

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EIKE BY BERTUS BASSON South African chef and TV personality Bertus Basson continues his rampage through the Cape Winelands with his new restaurant Eike, the sixth in his impressive portfolio. Located in a spectacular historic building in Stellenbosch’s famous Dorp Street, Eike’s food philosophy is firmly rooted in traditional South African cuisine, served with a contemporary flair and in an intimate, beautifully styled space.

At the kitchen’s helm is chef Kyle du Plooy who has a similar passion for South African flavours.

Together, the two chefs are serving up imaginative dishes that can only be described as alchemy!

A 50 Dorp Street, Stellenbosch C info@eikerestaurant.com, 021 007 4231 W www.bertusbasson.com

Photography: Claire Gunn

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THE ALBA RESTAURANT BOAT The Alba Restaurant Boat is the first of its kind in the Mother City: a fully equipped and professionally serviced fine dining restaurant aboard a boat. The boat departs from a pier at Cape Town’s famous V&A Waterfront and for two leisurely hours, performs a slow circuit of the harbour, affording guests spectacular views of Table Mountain and the city of Cape Town. For dinner, enjoy a threecourse meal paired with delicious wines from a local wine estate.

The Alba Restaurant Boat also does brunch, lunch, and cocktail cruises, and on Saturdays, an upscale high tea cruise.

A Pierhead, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town C bookings@thealba.co.za, 065 975 8060 W www.thealba.co.za

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SALT AT PAUL CLUVER For much of winter, SALT at Paul Cluver has been in hibernation, undergoing an extensive “facelift” to prepare for the warmer season. Now, the newly styled and expanded restaurant is being relaunched, offering guests a gorgeous, green setting in which to enjoy the estate’s delicious food and cool climate wines. SALT at Paul Cluver is the collaborative effort of chefs Craig Cormack, Beau du Toit, and, spearheading the kitchen, talented executive chef Mechell Spann.

A De Rust Estate, Paul Cluver, Grabouw C salt@cluver.com, 021 844 0012 W www.cluver.com

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GROW For two wedding and event planners, a century-old barn in Wellington, South Africa, provided the perfect setting for raising their young family.

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ith all the requisite characteristics of a modernindustrial barn, from lofty pitched ceilings and corrugated roofing to solid raw brick walls, Hannes and Tina Maritz’ home has been brought to life out of a former dairy.

‘Old buildings have fascinated me ever since I can remember,’ says Hannes, who together with wife Tina owns Kraak, a South African wedding and events company.

Today their look is a sophisticated blend of warm wood pieces in neutral tones with eye-catching vintage furnishings and accessories.

Avid collectors, the two hunt second hand and antique stores in search of covetable antique Tina, Kranhold (1 and a half ), Hannes and Jacob (4) objects and lucky at the front door of their Wellington house.

The stairs to the front door are covered in Delft tiling finds. They especially that Hannes sourced as cut-offs from a shipment. seek out items from ‘They make the perfect effect,’ he says. old factories in the area, rescuing retro After trawling through property sites to find his pendant lights from becoming junkyard scraps. dream barn, Hannes soon landed on this storage ‘We are at a place now where we both really feel facility – a century-old dairy in the small agricultural comfortable with each item.’ Most of the pieces that town of Wellington, located 45 minutes outside Cape decorate the home have a story, like the extra-length Town. The building’s bones were in good nick, but Chesterfield couch that belonged to a friend who it desperately lacked infrastructure, so the couple passed away, or the piano that sits in the kids’ room, set out on a nine-month-long renovation installing inherited from Tina’s family, and the Etsy stove, a rare plumbing and electricals and building a bedroom. find which took eight people to lug indoors.

The simple yet effective configuration was perfect ‘We’re constantly stimulated with events and for the two of them: one long open-plan ground floor designs of spaces, so we are trying to keep it very living space, comprising kitchen, dining and lounge natural and neutral at home,’ Hannes explains. areas, with their bedroom, and a peaceful whitewash Wooden tables and wicker seats texturally play off room, upstairs. the soft velvety feel of the cushions, pouffes and an ‘When we found out Tina was pregnant with Jacob outsize deep-buttoned ottoman in the living area. (now 4), we realised we needed a space for him. We Against the exposed brick walls and screed flooring, got this crazy idea to build a Wendy house inside the the earthy tan and leather tones are complemented downstairs area,’ Hannes remembers with a chuckle. by the wealth of indoor plants. ‘It’s a bit of a A few years later, the pair prepared to welcome their greenhouse,’ muses Hannes, surveying the botanical youngest child, Kranhold (now 1.5 years old), into the element that pops against all the industrial finishing’s. fold, and they knew it was time for another major Tropical hues spill out to the verandah seating area, renovation, eschewing the Wendy house for two which features a green velvet sofa set – the vestiges additional living zones. of Hannes’ flirtations with colour – surrounded by Big swathes of glass were installed to separate fresh bursts of flora. ‘The house is built under two the kids’ bedrooms downstairs from the communal gigantic ficus trees, and nothing can really grow living zone, but still let the sense of openness on under them, so we built the stoep to fill it up with the ground floor prevail. Another narrow pane plants. It’s very cool there in summer.’ on the opposite side of the space intersects the As you walk from the stoep indoors, you can’t help wall, reaching right up to the roof of the top floor but stop to study the detailed Delft tiling that covers bedroom. True to the style of the building, the glass the front steps. It’s then that you remember Kraak, sheets recall old factory windows and make it feel their brand name meaning ‘crack’ in Afrikaans, is also airier, more elegant and doubly spacious. a type of Chinese porcelain which influenced the Tina and Hannes’ decor has undergone something painterly blue-and-white Dutch ceramic in the 17th of a metamorphosis, too, since the first time century. ‘We absolutely love Delft,’ Hannes enthuses. they moved in. Hannes’ style lent more towards It’s yet another of the couple’s precious collections extravagant pieces in bright, bold colours, Tina’s imbued with history and character – just like their aesthetic comprised elegant lines in white and oak. family home. >>

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Hannes on the extra-length, deep-buttoned Chesterfield sofa. The piece, which once belonged to his late friend, has very special sentimental value.

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The couple installed a glass wall to provide private space for guests and the kids, Jacob and Kranhold.

The window wall lets more light inside and makes the space feel more spacious.

The kitchen is filled with salvaged and vintage pieces such as the table, which works double duty as an island and a workspace. The pendant light is from an old barn in Paarl that was demolished and renovated. The footstool pouffe is customdesigned and made by a local upholsterer; hide was sourced in Namibia.

The children’s bedroom has a subtle blue theme. The couple inherited the beds from Tina’s family. The table and chairs are pieces from Hannes’ childhood, and the pendants are from a former dairy that sells pieces from local farms and factories.

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The bathroom is a textural feast for the eyes, with rough, raw brick walls, bright plants and the sheen of the copper ball-and-claw tub.

Opposite: The serene white bedroom is a peaceful zone for the couple, and one of the first additions they made to their former dairy.

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The dining room table is from Tina’s family house, and the pendant lights above are from Mr Price Home.

They sourced the Persian rug from a local carpet shop who had an auction. SV

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A coalition of cats Justifiably famed for their grace and blistering pace (up to 112km/h or 70 mph) cheetahs patrol Africa’s savannahs, dry forests and scrub jungles. The only gregarious big cat aside from distant cousin, the lion, male cheetahs may band together in groups of 2 or 3, called coalitions. Their bonds may last a lifetime.

Pictured here in coalition, but available as singletons, Acinonyx jubatus is captured by master sculptor Donald Greig in bronze, to last for many lifetimes.

To view Donald’s work, visit the Donald Greig Gallery situated in the new Silo District in close proximity to the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa in the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town.

THE DONALD GREIG GALLERY AND FOUNDRY 1 COODE CRESCENT, PORT OF CAPE TOWN WWW.DONALDGREIG.CO.ZA +27 (0)21 418 0003

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MINIMALIST MAXIMALISM Downscaling from a spacious four-bedroom house to a sophisticated one-bedroom pied-à-terre in Cape Town was an exercise in scrupulous editing for the designer owners of South African fashion label Kluk CGDT.

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uch to the amusement of almost anyone who visits, Malcolm Kluk and Christiaan Gabriel du Toit like to think of their home in Cape Town’s trendy Bree Street as a return to simplicity. ‘We tell everyone that it’s very minimal, but our friends walk in and ask, “What's minimal about this?”’ says Malcolm, laughing. Indeed, the founders of haute couture brand Kluk CGDT, who are known for their penchant for exuberant colour, daring pattern and meticulous detailing, are rarely associated with minimalism. And the space that they live in, just above their flagship showroom, is packed to the rafters with art, design, plants, books, and of course, the makings of new, bespoke dresses. ‘It’s not that we moved into a small space – this isn’t very small – but rather that we decluttered our lifestyle,’ says Malcolm, and Christiaan chimes in, ‘You can’t believe how much isn’t here!’

The couple, who have been partners in business and life for 17

years, relocated into the studio, after deciding to knock down their longterm four-bedroomed Fresnaye home and develop it into an upmarket apartment block with the distinct style of the Kluk CGDT brand. Downscaling for this home meant making some difficult decisions about what would stay and what would go. ‘We had to be pretty ruthless,’ Malcolm says. The first to be tackled was the couple’s beloved art collection. ‘We decided to first choose our favourites, and once they were in place we would find the space for the rest,’ notes Christiaan.

When hung against these walls, they found works were given new context.

‘There were pieces that we hadn’t really appreciated before this,’ he says, nodding to a series of six playful paintings by Gabrielle Raaff that come alive against the dusty pink walls of the living area. Some of the notable works making the cut include art and sculpture by Andrzej Urbanski, Ceramic Matters, Hylton Nel and Andrew Verster.

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As creative directors, the couple realised that their dressmaking ethos – that of fashioning something deeply resonant for their clients – was key to their enjoyment of their home. ‘When we make clothes for a bride, it’s about indulging that person and making that person feel good, and we put ourselves to that too. How do we live? What do we want? And it’s always thinking about our perspective,’ says Malcolm.

That sentiment echoes in every part of their new home, from the artworks that they’ve almost hidden from view – nuggets of appreciation for their eyes only – to the architecture itself. Seen from above, part of the building’s shape resembles a heart, so they covered the top with a coat of crimson, a perfectly personal symbol. ‘There is always an element of surprise in everything we do,’ Christiaan says.

At the entrance of the shop, surprise hits you with a jolt of citrine – ‘tennis ball’, Christiaan insists – that covers the door frame. ‘We are not beige or grey people,’ he notes. ‘We are about colour and colour juxtaposition and print, and we love mixing it and pushing ourselves.’ Spread over two stories the shop is the embodiment of their love for hue. On the ground floor a Yves Klein Blue desk stands in contrast to the dusty pink walls, the brand’s signature

colour called ‘You’re My Sweetie’. The staircase that gently curves up to the second floor is offset with a geometric steel balustrade by local artist Rodan Kane Hart. Even the structure itself stands as an anomaly.

Back in 2014, when Bree Street was just beginning to gain its reputation as the city’s hippest thoroughfare, the couple approached interior architect Craig Kaplan to create an altogether new building. Brick, black and glass, this façade was something Cape Town had not yet seen. ‘We push our own boundaries and take risks and we are prepared to live with that,’ Malcolm explains.

‘There has definitely been a change in our aesthetic,’ he says. ‘We used to talk about how the house had a “Miss Havisham overgrown quality.

While the eclecticism remains, it's much more contemporary.’ Just about everything you see here comes from the Kluk CGDT showrooms or the old home, but recovered, repainted and reworked.

‘We aren’t ones to go into a store and buy new stuff,’ Malcolm notes. ‘We do love items that have provenance. I don’t think our look is retro or even mid-century - it’s more about something that is a little different or unique and making it our own.’

And the living zone is peppered with these unique finds, from an old chimney flue that’s now a coffee table to the navy armchairs they found in a junk shop – ‘possibly Cassina’ – and reupholstered in velvet. All the colourful modernity mingles well with the couple’s own pursuits in product design, such as the vibrant and playful tiger rugs, produced in collaboration with Mae Pakdoust from Mae Artisan Rugs.

‘Emotion, experience and indulgence,’ says Malcolm, ‘that’s what we are about.’ And while the city pied-à-terre was a lesson in downscaling, Malcolm and Christiaan realised that sometimes the biggest indulgences are found in the smaller delights, such as the urban rooftop, complete with requisite greenery and a grass patch where their schnauzer Yohji can roll around and where they can steal away for a bite in the sun, or a sundowner overlooking the bustle of Bree Street. ‘Despite what you might think from looking at it, simplicity is the essence of this home. It’s emancipating’ Malcolm insists, and Christiaan agrees. ‘I feel connected to the city.

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The tiger rug designed by Kluk CGDT and Mae Artisan Rugs and citrine side table are playful touches against the warm neutrals that dominate this zone.

The standing lamp is from Recreate, and the grey armchair is from Billy Moon Antiques and Collectables.

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Malcolm and Christiaan like to hold on to items with provenance and refashion them over time. So the couches in the living area have been given new life with chic fabrics which deliver that tactile ‘sink in’ quality that makes a living area feel cosy. The pair also enjoy reimagining objects, such as the brass flume, that’s been turned into a coffee table. The rug is from Mae Artisan Rugs.

The armchairs were sourced at a junk shop and the Where You Need It side tables are by Kluk CGDT.

This breakfast nook is both the perfect spot for a cup of coffee while Bree Street comes alive in the morning and a place to wind down at night time, overlooking the city lights. Surrounding the glass and marble table are chairs from Gilles de Moyencourt. The antique Japanese sideboard is from Onsite Gallery. The standing lamp is from a second-hand store in Fish Hoek.

The smaller kitchen meant that Christiaan and Malcolm needed to be much more selective about their crockery. They only chose to keep pieces they love. ‘The beauty of that is when it comes to cutlery, crockery and napkins, we now only use our best pieces,’ Macolm says.

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Counterintuitively, busy geometric pattern in the custom curtains (once a backdrop to one of the couple’s fashion shows), does not overthrow a sense of tranquillity in the bedroom. This is a light, lofty and serene space, geared for relaxation.

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Collected pieces by Vivian van Blerk and Kurt Pio create a highly personalised display.

Among the things that were carefully edited was the couple’s wardrobe. ‘I look after my pieces now,’ says Christiaan. ‘Dawg’ by Kope | Figgins is one of the creative collaborations between Kluk CGDT and local artists for their spring summer 2016 collection.

An old-school filing cabinet is cleverly repurposed as a bathroom cabinet. ‘Luxury for us comes in little indulgences, like using Aesop, a skincare brand we both love,’ notes Christiaan.

In the pretty pink bathroom, the geometric basin is from Bathroom Bizarre. A Majolica sculpture holds fresh towels.

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The deck is a leafy oasis. It’s the perfect spot for a quiet midmorning cup of coffee.

The rooftop is one of the couple’s favourite areas of the entire building. It’s where they can sneak away to enjoy a private lunch and where Yohji can roll around in the grass patch. SV

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TRENDS Crazes come and go, but these healthy trends are worth a try this summer.

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he end of the year is upon us, and for many of us, that means beating deadlines before we can rest, gearing up for social commitments, and trying to organise family trips and events.

While self-care has become a wellness buzzword, there is something to be said for looking after our own health and overall wellbeing, especially as we enter the last, busy few weeks of the year. The past year has seen trends come and go, but these are some we think might just be worth a try. There should always be time to incorporate a little something nourishing into our daily routines, after all.

SPICE UP YOUR SKINCARE Turmeric is certainly having a moment — the super-spice has found itself in the spotlight as a key ingredient in the healthy (and trendy) golden latte and is

loved for its anti-inflammatory properties. But, did you know that the root can be used in other ways? Cape Town skincare brand Deity Skin (www.deityskin. co.za) has added a turmeric and activated charcoal face mask to their range of vegan-friendly products. Ashleigh-Jane Denton, the brains behind the skincare range explains why she chose to incorporate the ingredient: "Turmeric is traditionally an Ayurvedic herb, due to its high content of antioxidants and super abilities to reduce inflammation in our bodies. As part of a face mask, turmeric contributes to a brighter, glowing complexion, as it helps to reduce redness and inflammation caused from acne and spots. It also aids in lightening scars and pigmentation and promotes healing." So, if you thought spices were for flavour alone, you might consider adding this natural healer to your skincare regime this summer.

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TRY A MUSHROOM LATTE Among the superfoods that have made it as recent wellness trends, are medicinal mushrooms, and with that has come the rise of mushroom coffee. Made with chaga medicinal mushroom powder, the drink is said to lower blood sugar levels and promote digestive health. Plus, it's less acidic than regular coffee, so even the most sensitive stomachs can usually tolerate it. If you're willing to swap your morning caffeine for this nutrient-rich option, you can find mushroom mixes at Four Sigmatic (www.foursigmatic-sa.co.za), a local company that distributes a range of medicinal mushroom products.

More into tea than coffee? Faithful to Nature (www.faithful-to-nature.co.za) stocks a chaga mushroom tea.

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HAVE A BOWL OF GOODNESS It's not a new trend, but bowl food is still on the rise. Sometimes known as Buddha bowls, the concept is about incorporating greens and grains with toppings like nuts and seeds, in one healthy dish.

Very often vegan-friendly, these dishes are proving popular around the city, and it's easy to see why — they're full of flavour and very nourishing. Plant Café (www.plantcafe.co.za) in the city centre serves up a Buddha bowl packed with chickpeas, lemon-garlic mushrooms, tempeh, fresh carrot, basil and orange; while Nourish'd Café & Juicery in Gardens (www.nourishd.co.za) offers rainbow bowls filled with colourful, fresh ingredients — their glittershine bowl includes exotic mushrooms, quinoa, coriander, baby spinach, kale, vegan cashew nut cream cheese and roasted seeds; and they also serve smoothie bowls made with fresh fruits, homemade granola and edible flowers.

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MAKE IT MATCHA It's also been around for a while, but it looks like matcha is here to stay. The powdered form of green tea, matcha tastes sweeter and more creamy than regular green tea and is said to lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and it helps to reduce inflammation. It's popped up in cafĂŠs all around Cape Town and can even be found in treats like ice cream and baked goods, which provides a great excuse to try the antioxidantrich ingredient. Scheckter's Raw (www.schecktersraw.com) in Sea Point serves up organic matcha flapjacks topped with strawberries, banana and whipped cream made from coconut milk, as well as the classic matcha latte.

For something really indulgent, Nobu at the One & Only Hotel (www.noburestaurants.com) offers a chocolate bento box on their dessert menu, which includes warm chocolate cake with a scoop of green tea ice cream. Yum! SV

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It’s summer at last, and with the good weather comes the mood for merriment. Play with flavours and don’t be afraid of trying something new.

Chef Charmaine Lilje has created a menu that’s packed with the best flavours — from coconut and mango to toasted seeds and chilli. Plus, it’s simple enough to try at home when you’re cooking for family and friends.

BEETROOT HUMMUS WITH CRUDITÉS Ingredients for hummus 1 x can chickpeas 1 tsp crushed garlic 1 tbs toasted ground cumin 80ml olive oil 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds 1 tsp tahini 200g cooked, peeled and chopped beetroot Salt and pepper to taste ½ lemon juiced Extra olive oil for drizzling Garnish with sesame seeds and microgreens Method 1. Combine all ingredients together and blend with either a jug blender or a hand blender until smooth 2. If the hummus is too dry add a little extra water or olive oil 3. Drizzle with olive oil and add some extra cracked black pepper on top 4. Serve in a bowl with the crudités on a platter Crudités 2 large carrots peeled and cut into fingers 1 cucumber deseeded and cut into fingers A big handful of cherry tomatoes 1 punnet of mushrooms cleaned and whole 1 celery washed and cut into fingers A handful of green or black olives

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HOMEMADE FISH CAKES with sweet chilli sauce and dill yoghurt dressing

Ingredients 300g hake filleted, deboned and skinned 300g Norwegian salmon or trout, filleted, deboned and skinned 300g cooked and mashed potatoes 1 spring onion washed and chopped ½ lemon juiced ½ tsp dried chilli fakes 20g washed and chopped coriander ½ tsp grated fresh ginger 1 large egg Salt and pepper Bread crumbs Vegetable oil for frying Method 1. Preheat the oven to 180C on convection 2. Place the fish on an oven tray and cover with foil 3. Bake the fish for 10 minutes 4. Remove from oven and allow to cool 5. Once cooled break up the fish and allow the excess liquid to drain off in a colander 6. Add fish and all

ingredients except the bread crumbs and oil in a bowl 7. Mix well and season 8. Divide fish mixture into approx. 75g balls, shape into rounds and flatten slightly 9. Roll fishcakes in crumbs 10. Shallow fry in hot oil until golden 11. Serve with sweet chilli sauce and homemade yoghurt dressing and a lovely large salad

DILL YOGHURT DRESSING

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Ingredients 125ml double thick Greek yoghurt 20ml red wine vinegar 2 tsp castor sugar 1 tsp chopped dill – fresh Method 1. Combine all ingredients and blend with a hand blender until smooth 2. Serve with the fish cakes and sweet chilli sauce

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Ingredients 125ml Greek yoghurt 50g fresh pineapple ½ fresh mango peeled and cut up 2 tsp toasted desiccated coconut 80ml apple juice A handful of raspberries 20ml coconut milk 4 blocks of ice Method 1. Using a jug blender add all ingredients and blend until smooth 2. Pour into a large glass and enjoy!

Chardonnay Deli is a farm stall and restaurant that's become a much-loved spot for locals seeking a wholesome meal and fresh produce. Owned and run by chef Charmaine Lilje, the charming space boasts a menu packed with goodness. Think raw energy bowls for breakfast; veggie wraps and salads for lunch; and delicious baked goods like rustic apple crumble and farm-style milk tart for in between!

Find Chardonnay Deli at 87 Constantia Main Road. Visit chardonnaydeli.co.za for more information or call 021 795 0606 to make a reservation.

Now, Charmaine is excited to be opening a brand new space in Kalk Bay, where she will be cooking up a storm at Dalebrook Café. The café is located opposite the Dalebrook tidal pool, an easy walk from St James and Kalk Bay. The café stocks the breads that are baked at Chardonnay Deli, as well as a selection of cakes, pastries, pies, and quiches. You'll also find many of the other deli favourites, like granolas, olive oils, jams, organic fruit and veggies, and fresh flowers. It's the perfect spot to come to after a dip in the tidal pool. Or, make it a stop on your cycle or walk along the coast when you feel like an artisanal coffee, yummy meal, ice cream scoop, or a fresh super juice.

Find Dalebrook Café at 20 Main Road, Kalk Bay.

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Wine

FOR THOUGHT

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he wine world is in a notorious state of disagreement and debate. From Bordeaux to Bellville, Dunedin to Durban and Margaret River to Mendoza, there is a constant buzz of diverse opinion to be heard — who is drinking what wine, where and why; what styles and which grape varieties are set to rope in hordes of modern consumers; and where should the world’s next gem of a wine region pop-up?

Common consensus, however, is that today’s wine drinkers can’t seem to get enough of pink wine, more elegantly termed rosé. And, the thirst for this style of wine continues to be insatiable even though pink wines don't usually gain much hype from wine writers and marketers. Being fun, light, uncomplicated, easy to drink and — heaven forbid — simple to understand, rosé is free from the analytical scrutiny, and high-browed pontification red and white wines are placed under by self-important wine critics.

It appears to be a case of the less said, the better, as rosé wines seem to sell themselves, growing in all international markets. Even the French are importing bulk wine from South Africa from which to make rosé, as they don’t have enough themselves.

With our agreeable sunny climate and the nation’s love of the outdoors, local wine-drinkers’ enjoyment of rosé is a no-brainer, and consumers are truly spoilt for choice. There are sweetish cheap pinks to glug from icy beer-mugs while listening to house music, fizzy pinks for creating a romantic impression by candle-light or dry and bracing wines for all-day sipping while catching some rays.

A particularly fine rosé to which I have been returning to as summer sets in is the Vondeling Rosé 2018 .

Vondeling makes a diverse range of wines from its vineyards set in the Voor Paardeberg region of Paarl, and under the guidance of cellar master Matthew Copeland, has become a winery to watch. Sure, Vondeling has a great range of more serious wines — the Babiana white blend is among the country’s finest — but the farm’s rosé has really impressed of late, particularly as the summer mood strikes.

For his rosé, Matthew mainly uses Merlot grapes, which are grown in the broken stone soil of the Vondeling region. The structure of the earth there is particularly conducive to wines of firm body, yet confident fruit expression. After pressing, the juice is bled off the red grapes, allowing it to draw just enough colour from the skins to give it that appealing pale pink that makes rosé, well, rosé.

The wine is as much a joy to drink as it is to behold, lying in the glass with a colour somewhere between marshmallow and French undergarments.

Like classic rosé, Vondeling is bone-dry, yet exudes subtle notes of rose-petal, pomegranate and cherry. But, it's no fruit-salad, the balance between acidity and residual sugar provides a perky drink of life-loving, bright-eyed freshness.

The ever-so-slight stroke of tannins from the brief exposure to the grape skins provides a broad, pleasant mouth-feel to make drinking even lovelier.

I enjoy mine with carbonara pasta, chicken mayonnaise and smoked salmon with capers.

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As far as single variety wines go, Sauvignon Blanc leads the popularity stakes in South Africa for exactly the same way rosés are so much in vogue: they are fresh, approachable and you don’t need a Cape Wine Master certificate to understand them.

Those wishing to look beyond the many good quaffable Sauvignon Blancs in South Africa should try to get their hands on those being made by Fryer’s Cove on the Cape West Coast. And by this, I mean the real West Coast, way up past Elands Bay in the region of Strandfontein. If you want extreme terroir, this is it — the Sauvignon Blanc vines grow within sea-spray reach of the icy Atlantic Ocean.

Not a lot of the wine is made here due to the challenges of farming wine grapes on land better suited to a crayfish factory, but the Fryer’s Cove Bamboes Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2017 really shows that this grape is capable of displaying a gritty, attractive character when planted on an extreme site. Low yields, as well as the dry, unforgiving soils and the maritime influence result in a fruit of individuality. Once pressed and fermented, the resulting wine is given extended lees contact to ensure every inkling of regional expression and varietal specificity is captured.

The result is quite brilliant, and the wine has a distinct salty, kelp-like seabreeze feel, which is not just the figment of some inspired label writer’s imagination.

Recognisable Sauvignon Blanc tastes of gooseberry,

asparagus and passionfruit are definitely there to please lovers of this variety. But these wines are enhanced by the oyster-shell, tidal-pool notes that lift the wine to something quite extraordinary. No surprises here — live oysters or grilled fish go a treat with this awesome white wine.

For some, red wine may take a backseat during summer months as something chilled is preferred to room temperature wines of firm tannin disposition.

This might be so, but Pinot Noir is an all-climate wine, those sweltering 36°C Cape summer days included.

With its lower bodymass-index and the fact that chilling improves the inherent dark fruit aspects, Pinot Noir is as refreshing as it is classy. And the wine breaking my heart at the moment due to its elegance and beauty is the Nom Pinot Noir 2017 from Sauerwein.

It's a project of Jessica Sauerwein, winemaker and lover, who each year selects grapes from a vineyard high-up in the Elandskloof near Villiersdorp to hand-craft an extraordinary Pinot Noir. It was the South African wine sage Danie de Wet who said there are only three types of wine: red, white and Pinot Noir, and the words ring true in this one from Sauerwein.

Dense and dark, the wine enlivens the palate with a brisk rush of energetic acidity before the diverse range of flavours so characteristic of well-made Pinot Noir takes over. Yes, there is also that mysterious mushroom, forest-floor nuance lovers of this grape so often seek out. But the interesting aspects, for me, are the spicy and herbal riffs that lift the tastes of blackcurrant, cherry and strawberry. Lush and sappy, this wine is as generous in its offering of pure, unfettered enjoyment as it is in presenting consumers with a taste of classic, oldworld wine elegance.

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Bubbles!

Six MCCs that rival the best of the old-world wine regions.

BY THEA BECKMAN

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The great thing about the festive season in Cape Town is that we live right in the middle of a winemaking region that produces exceptional sparkling wines that really could give the Old-World regions a run for their money (I’m talking about you, Champagne). Moreover, you don’t need to take out a second mortgage on your home to afford them. Here are six spectacular Méthode Cap Classiques you should be drinking this festive season.

LANZERAC BLANC DE BLANCS BRUT NV

STEENBERG 1682 CHARDONNAY MCC

MURATIE LADY ALICE MCC ROSÉ 2015

The Lanzerac Blanc de Blancs Brut NV, made from 100% Chardonnay, is a standout wine and an absolutely delicious way to celebrate the start or end of any day. This nonvintage MCC is a seductive yet refined wine with a creamy texture and rich biscuit notes that give way to vibrant apple and citrus fruits, while ultra-fine bubbles tickle the tongue and palate.

A pale straw yellow in colour, the delectable Steenberg 1682 Chardonnay MCC showcases a veritable fruit basket of vibrant aromas of apple, citrus, peach and sweet white blossom. This is supported by flavours of nectarine, pistachio nuts, and toasted croissant with fine bubbles and a long, refreshing finish.

This exuberant MCC is the perfect companion to any special occasion!

Named after a true “belle of the ball”, Lady Alice Sarah Stanford, Muratie’s Lady Alice MCC Rosé is intended as a toast to a lady for whom every day was a celebration. This 100% Pinot Noir is a gorgeous rosegold in colour that is floral in perfume and elegant in delivery. Bright strawberry, cranberry, and naartjie notes are pleasantly underscored by shortbread richness and a creamy mouthfeel.

BUY: R250 per bottle www.lanzerac.co.za

Buy: R191 per bottle www.steenbergfarm.com

Buy: R210 per bottle www.muratie.co.za

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KLEINE ZALZE VINTAGE BRUT 2011 To craft this old-world-style sparkling wine, Kleine Zalze harvested super special parcels of Chardonnay 60% and Pinot Noir 40% grapes, which they bottle fermented and matured for three years. The result is this elegant and refined MCC that delivers indulgent, freshly baked biscotti and brioche aromas and a rich creaminess that is balanced by a delicate minerality.

BUY: R194 per bottle at cellar door; www.kleinezalze.co.za

L'ORMARINS BRUT ROSE 2015 | ANTHONIJ RUPERT

WINDFALL MENDOLA MCC BLANC DE BLANC BRUT 2015

L'Ormarins Brut Rose 2015 is a treat of the highest order with its delicate salmon pink colour, vigorous and lively bubbles, and gentle bouquet of raspberry and strawberry.

This rounded yet zippy sparkling wine is made from 76% Pinot Noir and 24% Chardonnay grapes originating from Elandskloof in the Overberg; a prime cool climate region for these cultivars.

The handsome, elegant Windfall Mendola Blanc de Blanc MCC delivers delicate citrus aromas laced with peach, guava, and white blossoms followed on the palate with toasted butter and biscuit flavours. A crisp and refreshing MCC, the Windfall Mendola is a fabulous food wine that has good ageing potential, although who can bear to see a bottle of MCC unopened for long?

BUY: R185 per bottle www.rupertwines.com

BUY: R200 per bottle www.windfallwine.co.za

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Pure Pleasure Alcohol-free bubbly fits every lifestyle, without compromising on quality.

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nce reserved for royalty, bubbly has long been associated with weddings, New Year’s Eve parties and special occasions.

Now the quintessential drink of celebrations extends to alcoholfree lifestyles. Ideal for those who choose not to drink alcohol, this new trend allows everyone to enjoy the cork-popping and toasting rituals at summer weddings and festive events.

LOVE AT FIRST SIP ZARI is cold-pressed from 100% single-cultivar Cape Muscat seedless grapes and is made to be experienced with all the senses — from the diamanté frosting on a chilled bottle and the metallic twist of foil unfurling, to the first pop of the cork, and the pearlescent bubbles rising in the glass. And, nothing is compromised when it comes to flavour — enjoy fruity and floral notes on the palate. A product of the Western Cape’s finest grape growing region, this is a drink that’s beautiful inside and out.

THE ART OF DRINKING The international beverage category is being reinvented as soberistas and health conscious markets increasingly shift to reduced or alcohol-free lifestyles.

With divine, vine-clad bottles and bespoke Kraft outer cases, ZARI can hold its own as an aspirational alcohol-free choice at stylish event venues and hotel destinations. In pursuit of innovation, ZARI has also collaborated with international food artists to provide mocktail and pairing activations.

Find out more at www.zari.co.za

ZESTY ZARI GRAPEFRUIT SANGRIA Our Zari take on a traditional sangria for those who prefer a fresh mocktail that isn’t too sweet.

Ingredients: 1 cup (250ml) freshly squeezed grapefruit juice Small handful of fresh mint leaves 6-8 cucumber slices 1 small lime, sliced 2 tbsp grapefruit zest twists Small handful of fresh blueberries 1 cup (250ml) soda water 2 cups (500ml) ZARI Lifestyle Red 4 dashes of bitters Method: 1. Pour the grapefruit juice into a large jug.

2. Add the mint leaves, cucumber slices, lime slices, grapefruit zest and blueberries.

3. Top up with soda water and ZARI Lifestyle Red. 4. Add the bitters, stir gently and serve.

THE ROOIBOS REFRESHER A refreshing summer mocktail that incorporates the unique flavour of rooibos with lemongrass and lime citrus notes.

Ingredients: 2 rooibos teabags 2 lemongrass stalks, split lengthways 1½ cups (375ml) boiling water Small handful of fresh basil leaves 1 small lime, sliced 2 cups (500ml) ZARI Lifestyle White ¼ cup (60ml) fresh orange juice Ice, to serve

Serves: 4 Method: 1. Place the rooibos teabags and lemongrass in a small bowl.

Pour the boiling water into the bowl and allow to steep for 5 minutes. Remove the teabags from the bowl, then set aside to cool and infuse.

2. Remove the lemongrass stalks from the cooled tea.

Pour the tea into a large jug and add the basil leaves and lime slices.

3. Top up with ZARI Lifestyle White and the orange juice.

4. Stir gently, then serve with ice.

Serves: 4-5

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Picnics From shaded forests to spectacular winelands: these are the Cape’s best picnic spots.

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ool forested valleys, dramatic mountain peaks, verdant botanical gardens, vineyardcarpeted landscapes, and soft white sand beaches: wherever it is you feel most at peace, the Cape boasts a variety of pictureperfect settings in which to reconnect with nature over a lovely meal and perhaps a bottle of local wine. Here are the best of those locations!

WINE FARM PICNICS For a totally lazy day spent under the shade of a towering oak tree, head to the Cape’s winelands with its various wine routes. Here, the picnics are gourmet and prepacked for your convenience (booking in advance is almost always required).

■ Allée Bleue’s (Groot Drakenstein) “chicnics” have become a signature event in the Cape winelands.

■ Grande Provence (Franschhoek) offers Grand Country Picnics on their shaded lawn and sculpture garden.

■ Spier (Stellenbosch) serves up farm-style picnic hampers packed with seasonal favourites.

■ Buitenverwachting (Constantia) head to the wine cellar or outside on the lawns under the centuriesold trees for a picnic.

■ Cape Point Vineyards (Noordhoek) delivers a gorgeous picnic experience in the vineyards.

Spier in Stellenbosch

Allée Bleue in Groot Drakenstein

Grande Provence in Franschhoek

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Evening view of Lion's Head as seen from Camps Bay Beach

BEACH PICNICS On those special, yet rare summer days when the notorious south-easterly winds die down, and there isn’t a cold front raining on everyone’s parade, just about any of the Cape’s beaches offer a wonderful venue for a picnic. When the wind does pick up, however, the sheltered coves of Llandudno (near Hout Bay) and Clifton beaches (at the base of Lion’s Head) can be trusted to offer respite, epic sunset views, and soft white sand for a pleasurable picnicking experience.

MOUNTAIN AND FOREST PICNICS Cape Town’s splendiferous mountains and their forested valleys are fantastic venues for outdoor lovers, where every vantage point, pool of shade, or babbling stream is a potential picnic spot.

Sunset picnic from the top of Table Mountain

The Sculpture Garden at the Norval Foundation

Table Mountain’s Cable Car is currently running its half-time summer sunset special for locals (info@tablemountain.net).

Signal Hill, accessible by car, is a particularly beautiful place to catch the sunset, as is Lion’s Head, but which requires a bit of a slog to the top.

For a shaded forest picnic, Newlands and Tokai forests are popular choices. Further afield, Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Silvermine Nature Reserve

have a number of picnic spots near spectacular lookouts, large reservoirs, waterfalls, and even caves.

GARDEN PICNICS The world-famous Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden (Newlands) has earned its reputation for good reason!

Sprawled across the eastern slopes of Table Mountain and home to a colourful abundance of plant and bird species, these botanical gardens are a favourite picnic spot for locals and visitors.

The recently opened Norval Foundation (Steenberg) is also now offering South African themed summer picnics, which guests can enjoy in its astounding sculpture garden. SV

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HOT AIR BALLOONING Set sail in the vertical and see, hear, and experience the Cape winelands like never before.

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or the first ten minutes or so, I couldn’t put my finger on it. What was it that made this so completely different from any flying experience I’d ever had before?

Then came the revelation: it was dead quiet. Helicopters, commercial airliners, six-seater prop planes, and microlights are a terribly noisy way to take to the sky. But, aside from the periodic blast from the hot air balloon’s gas canister, it was utterly serene, and the gentle floating sensation that accompanied it would have lulled me to sleep were I not absolutely enthralled to be several hundred feet in the air with a view of the Cape that only a privileged few get to experience.

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AN EXHILARATING EXPERIENCE The package offered by GoBallooning includes welcome coffee, an hour-long balloon ride, sparkling wine, and a hot breakfast. Their pilot, the charming and chucklesome Conrad van Wyk, has 30 years’ flying experience in 19 different countries, so we approached the day’s adventure relieved to be in such capable hands.

The experience begins with a cup of hot coffee in

an enormous, dew-kissed field at Klein Joostenberg Farm in Stellenbosch, while Conrad and the strong Johan Nieuwoudt, the owner and operator, set about inflating the balloon. Witnessing the set-up is an essential part of the adventure, I believe, because it provides you with an appreciation of the work and expertise that goes into operating a hot air balloon.

Also, it’s just plain fascinating watching a flaccid stretch of fabric transform into a towering behemoth.

Once the balloon is fully inflated and vertical, guests – eight in total – are invited to climb into the oversized laundry hamper and get comfortable. It’s then a matter of minutes before you gently ascend into the sky.

VIEW FROM THE TOP The hot air balloon sails silently through the air, allowing the early morning melody of the Cape farmlands to reach our ears: the moos and bleats of farm animals in their pens, the rattle of our national bird, the blue crane, and the sound of dawn bird calls

originating from the fields, trees, reed beds, thickets, and river banks. Pilot Conrad carefully and expertly controlled our altitude, taking us high enough to afford us views that stretched for tens of kilometres in every direction, and then bringing us close enough to the treetops to swipe a souvenir pine cone.

The straw yellows and soft greens of agriculture were punctuated by Cape Dutch homesteads, quaint settlements, and darker patches of vineyards,

handsome in their full summer dress of leaves.

It’s little wonder that hot air balloons are popular for marriage proposals!

After a blissful hour in the air, we made an exhilarating landing in a farmer’s field, where we assisted Conrad in deflating and folding up the balloon. Johan then arrived in his bakkie with sparkling wine for all to celebrate a successful (and safe) adventure. By 8 am, with enormous grins smacked on our faces, we were seated around the breakfast table at Klein Joostenberg Bistro for a well-deserved hot breakfast.

ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME Whether you’re celebrating something special or just looking for new perspectives on this gorgeous area we live in, hot air ballooning is a fantastic way to inject a little (okay, a lot of) joie de vivre into your veins.

To book your experience call, 072 955 5444, email info@goballooning.co.za, or visit the website at www.goballooning.co.za SV

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seaside A day in Kalk Bay promises beautiful views, tasty food, and a stroll through some of Cape Town’s most character-filled streets.

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here are few places as quintessentially Cape Town as the seaside village of Kalk Bay. With its working harbour, tidal pools, sweet cafés and quirky shops, it's a place that brings together so many of our city’s best elements. It's an easy day trip from the suburbs and makes a great outing for a breath of fresh sea air and a bite to eat.

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EAT A personal Kalk Bay favourite, Kalky's is located at the harbour (have a look out for the resident seals who hang out nearby). The no-frills restaurant is not much to look at, but the seafood is fresh, and the casual atmosphere is just right for weekend-mode.

If, however, you're looking for something a little more indulgent, Olympia Café and Salt are definitely worth a visit.

They’re both local favourites and for good reason — the space is

unpretentious, and the food is simple but delicious. The menu at both of these hang-outs change often, you can expect wholesome salads, pastas and soups made with passion, as well as tasty seafood dishes.

A new spot in the village, Dalebrook Café is located just opposite the Dalebrook tidal pool, and a short walk from both St James and Kalk Bay itself. Headed

by Charmaine Lilje of Chardonnay Deli in Constantia, the café boasts a small, but tasty menu, and serves breakfast and lunch daily and dinner from Thursday to Saturday.

And then, of course, no trip to Kalk Bay is complete without popping into Ice Café for some homemade ice cream after lunch.

Grab a scoop (you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to flavours like peanut butter, coffee and coconut), and stroll down the street for some window shopping.

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Each north-facing, full title home site is privately situated with spectacular views of the Outeniqua Mountains, dramatic valleys blanketed in colourful Fynbos and the passing wildlife. Luxury amenities include an owner’s lodge with gourmet dining and infinity pool, a 1000 hectare protected area inhabited with giraffe and antelope offering mountain biking trails, hiking, and fishing, as well as a boutique safari guest lodge with game drives, spa treatments and housekeeping available to owners.

Home sites from R1m, completed bush residences from R4.8m. Exclusive 200 hectare title deeds available within the game reserve to develop your own piece of Africa!

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DRINK The Brass Bell is a Kalk Bay institution, and the location simply couldn't be better — it's set right on the ocean with beautiful sea views.

Secure a spot by the window and have a drink as the waves literally crash beside you. Keep an eye out for their live music events on Thursdays and on the weekends.

Another laid-back option is Cape to Cuba, a quirky cocktail bar on the beach. Pull up a seat on the sand and enjoy views over the harbour with your drink — you may just be tempted to sample one of their mango and chilli mojitos.

If you're in the mood for a glass of wine in a really classy spot, visit Harbour House where you can enjoy perfect ocean views in a pretty blue and white space. They offer an extensive range of bubbly and wines, which you may be tempted to pair with their selection of sushi and seafood.

The Brass Bell

Perfect ocean and sunset views

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EXPLORE The art scene is alive and well in this seaside village, and if you feel like browsing, have a look at the Kalk Bay Modern Gallery.

The space exhibits a broad range of work, from photography and textiles to contemporary art and jewellery. The Artvark Gallery is another great spot to soak up some local talent, and you can also buy ceramics, prints, and other artworks at their shop.

The Kalk Bay Theatre (inside the beautiful old Dutch Reformed Church) makes for a fun night out.

They host shows regularly, and

The Kalk Bay Theatre

Kalk Bay Main Road

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Kalk Bay Trading Post

there's a restaurant that serves up a small but good selection of wines and a simple dinner menu.

The village is packed with little shops, and it's easy to while away an afternoon browsing books, antiques and boutique clothing.

Quagga Rare Books and Art is one of the oldest and is worth a look just for a glimpse at some of the unusual treasures that line its walls. For something a little more contemporary, check out the Kalk Bay Co-Op, which showcases products by local designers and includes jewellery, homeware and clothing collections. SV

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ild and vast, Australia's landscapes are truly diverse. From deserts to reefs, and the cities in between, it's a place you could spend months exploring. But, if you're short on time and looking for adventure, pick one of the country's major hubs. Or, road trip from one to another, and dive into what each of them has to offer.

The National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne

VISIT THE COFFEE CAPITAL Melbourne is loved for its eclectic offering of sport and culture and is home to world-class restaurants, as well as an exciting art scene. One of the best ways to experience the city is to wander around the centre on foot. The area is made up of a network of cobbled lanes, where you'll find a mix of cafés, bars, street art and boutiques.

Centre Place, the famous bluestone cobbles laneway in Melbourne’s CBD. It is famous for its vibrant bars, cafes, restaurants and boutiques

The city is also loved for its markets, of which there are many to choose from. The Queen Victoria Market is perhaps best known for its wide range of food and is a great place to go for a bite to eat — look out for treats like waffles with rumsoaked bananas at Pickett's Deli; flavoured butters at Curds & Whey; and a cup of quality caffeine at Market Lane Coffee.

Sports lovers will enjoy the city's programme of events, which includes international cricket and tennis, Australian football, horse racing, and Grand Prix. If, however, you're more into art, you won't want to miss the chance to visit Australia's oldest gallery.

The National Gallery of Victoria boasts a collection of over 70 000 artworks, and hosts workshops, film screenings, and artist-led tours.

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Nawi Cove in the Barangaroo District of Sydney

ENJOY THE HARBOUR CITY Sydney is a striking city — set on a beautiful harbour and surrounded by beaches and national parks; it's a great combination of wilderness and urban living. You'll want to enjoy some of the city's best beaches if you're in the area — start with Bondi, one of Australia's most famous spots, or take a coastal walk to Bronte Beach, which is a little quieter. There are loads of other options, many of which offer the chance to kayak, surf, snorkel or stand up paddle.

After dark, you'll find plenty to keep you entertained in Sydney, whether you're looking for a dining experience, a show, or an unusual bar. In fact, the city has embraced the concept of hidden bars, so if

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you're willing to make the effort, you'll find some great undercover spots. For an old-fashioned speakeasy-style experience, try Easy Eight for its cosy booths and seasonal cocktails; The Baxter Inn, which includes a concealed whisky room; and Eau De Vie, which offers a range of retro drinks and décor reminiscent of prohibition days.

Bronte Beach is a popular recreational beach in the eastern suburbs of Sydney

Luna Park is Sydney’s most iconic amusement park and tourist destination

Eau-de-Vie in Sydney is an intimate, dimly lit, jazz infused speakeasy

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GETTING THERE Qantas makes it easy to explore all 3 cities with their multi-city fares. Fly direct into Sydney and then onwards to Melbourne and Brisbane or create your own itinerary. To discover more visit www.qantas.com

Streets Beach in Brisbane. It's an inner-city man-made beach next to the city center

SEE THE CITY ON THE RIVER The capital of the Sunshine State, Brisbane boasts warm weather for most of the year. As such, it's a dream for lovers of the outdoors who can enjoy kayaking on the river; soaking up the sun on the man-made inner-city Street's Beach; or abseiling at the Kangaroo Point Cliffs.

Foodies will love Brisbane's booming culinary scene, which has seen the rise of some highly innovative spaces. Gauge in South Brisbane was voted the city's

Cliffs under the Kangaroo Point

best restaurant in this year's EAT/ drink Awards, and is an example of a place that serves up inventive dishes — think chocolate avo mousse with poached pear and barley crumble; roast kelp ice cream with caramelised banana and malted barley; and black garlic bread with brown butter and burnt vanilla.

Just outside the city, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is worth a visit if you'd like to hold a koala or hand feed a kangaroo or wallaby.

The sanctuary is also home to a range of other animals, including platypus, dingoes, Tasmanian devils, wombats, birds and reptiles, so it's a good spot to see all of Australia's indigenous critters, especially if you're travelling with children. SV

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ADVENTURE SNORKELLING

Snorkelling WITH SEALS A dip beneath the Atlantic reveals a spectacularly beautiful world ruled by the Cape fur seal.

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ren’t there sharks? Don’t seals bite?

Isn’t the open ocean a dangerous place?” Even the most strapping and stoic of individuals would likely blanch at the idea of slapping on a wetsuit and a pair of goggles and go swimming with seals. But the bottom line is this: if sharks or man-eating seals were even remotely a problem, the company behind the adventure, Animal Ocean, wouldn’t be making such a roaring trade. And, boy, do they have a roaring trade!

Almost every day, weather permitting, multiple groups of adventurer’s head out to Duiker Island to swim with seals.

SUIT UP, SAIL OUT You don’t need anything other than an adventurous spirit to go snorkelling with seals. The vivacious team at Animal Ocean takes care of you the minute you arrive at the Snorkel Centre, which is located on Albert Road in Hout Bay. Here, you are given a safety briefing, suited up in a headto-toe wetsuit, and bundled into a van to be transported to the harbour. It’s a short and epically scenic boat trip to the seal colony at Duiker Island, which lies at the foot

of Hout Bay’s imposing Sentinel Mountain.

I do admit that I approached the day with a little – okay, a lot – of trepidation but the minute I was in the water with the seals, my soul soared with the thrill, excitement, and pleasure of it all. Cape fur seals might be ungainly on land but underwater they transform into sublime performers with the grace and elegance of ballet dancers. This time of year, the seal colony at Duiker Island is packed with juvenile seals, and on the day we went out, we shared the water with scores of yearlings. There was also a vagrant elephant seal in the mix, but at ±3,500 kg in weight, we gave him a wide berth.

For our group of about ten people, we had two guides who were nearby at all times, and we spent the better part of an hour swimming with seals, filming their antics with a hand-held Go Pro camera, which Animal Ocean rents out to its adventurers. They played, glided, and swam circles around us and I never once felt threatened or even cold, so effective were the 5 mm neoprene wetsuits we were wearing.

Back at the Snorkel Centre, we had a quick hot shower, changed back into our daywear, and helped ourselves to a little coffee to help warm the insides.

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A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE TO REMEMBER Beneath the undulating emerald surface of the Atlantic Ocean lies an enchanting wonderland of otherworldly life. Kelp forests sway in the powerful ebb and flow of the current, fish dart in, out, and between the great stalks of kelp, and the submerged rocky outcrops are covered in limpets and a thick tangle of sea algae.

This world does not belong to us – indeed, not even gravity reigns here – and perhaps it is this that makes the ocean such a thrill to explore. Add to this the pleasure of sharing these waters with Cape fur seals, and you’ve got a lifetime experience you will never forget.

Book your seal snorkelling adventure with Animal Ocean by calling 072 296 9132 between 08:00 and 16:00. For more information, consult their website at www.sealsnorkeling.com SV

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2018 has been a super busy and successful year for Lexus.

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xpanding their frontiers from land to sea, Lexus has given us sporty and sophisticated rides, as well as a magnificent yacht, the Lexus LY 650, all in one year. And now, the model that's pulling at our heartstrings is the all-new Lexus LS 500. Characterised by poise, sophistication, class, and power, it's truly something to behold.

DETAILED DESIGN The LS 500 is the fifth generation of its kind. But, with all the bells and whistles, it's truly a modernday marvel. From an exterior point of view, it's as bold as always. As much as the LS is a sedan, it has an elegant coupe-like feel to it. This is achieved with an efficient aerodynamic design and sleek, lower lines coupled with a few extra design elements.

The spindle grille for example — which might I add, consists of 5 000 individual surfaces that took highly qualified CAD designers several months to produce — was finished off by hand to add further attention to detail. Furthermore, you are greeted with a design line that extends from the front to the rear of the car, giving an impression of a performance vehicle, which hugs the tar and becomes one with the road.

INTERIOR HEAVEN All your senses are awoken once you step into the new LS. From touch to sight, you are engulfed in

luxury. Much of the inspiration was drawn from traditional Japanese design techniques, such as the subtle ambient lighting. This design element was incorporated in the armrest that lights up, creating an illusion that it's floating next to the door panels.

Other design fundamentals include wood trimmings with detailed grain patterns, while the leather seats are, as always, a treat — soft and supple, with meticulous stitch work to round them off. The new steering wheel sports a sleek three-spoke design, and is smaller in diameter from its predecessor, providing the ideal grip for the driver. There are two interior colour options — crimson and black, and just black.

When it comes to wood finishes, you can choose between Art Wood Organic or Herringbone. The infotainment system is top of the range, nestled in an impressive 12.3inch multimedia screen.

POWERHOUSE When you are packing 310kW of power and 600Nm of torque, you must put it somewhere awesome.

Lexus bundled it up in an impressive 3.5l V6 engine.

This twin-turbo engine has been designed especially for the new LS, delivering power and excellent fuel consumption simultaneously.

0 to 100km/h is achieved in just 5 seconds. This is also the first time a 10-speed automatic transmission has been coupled with a luxury sedan.

The LS has an estimated fuel consumption of 9.5l per 100km, making it a formidable contender in its range.

THE PRICE TAG As with all good things in life, there is a price tag attached to the LS 500, clocking in at R2 141 400.

A temporary pinch will result in your pleasure that the LS will forever embed in you. The LS 500 comes with a 7 year/105 000km warranty with a full maintenance plan. SV

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BFG Volkswagen's new Touareg does not disappoint.

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olkswagen’s Big Friendly Giant, the marvellous Touareg, is back at it again. This year we saw a facelift and several other improvements on this much-loved model.

THE FACE Since the Touareg first launched back in 2002 with the firstgeneration model, we have been mesmerised by its sheer size, as well as all the other features it brings to the table, both from an aesthetics and performance point of view. Sixteen years down the line, Volkswagen is still captivating our minds — the front grille on the third-generation model has been extended to create a full face that blends into the headlights; the smooth lines stretch from front to back to create a much sportier look, similar to the Audi Q family; and LED technology has been used for the taillight clusters. With a formidable 190kW delivered by the V6 TDI engine, drivers are in for a treat. The aluminium-steel body weighs in at 106kg less than its predecessor, with an additional 113 litres of luggage space.

cockpit' for the first time in this model. The digital cockpit has been merged with the Discover Premium infotainment system, giving us, in their words, ‘the blueprint for tomorrow’s digital interior today'. The fully digitalised system brings together all the information, communication and entertainment aspects of the car, all in one digital operating system with barely any traditional buttons or switches.

THE INTERIOR The interior reflects deluxe refinement at its best. The glass covered 'innovision cockpit’ coupled with aluminium and chrome finishes throughout the cabin creates an environment where you feel right at home, in the lap of luxury. The Touareg also houses the largest panoramic sliding roof within the VW family — a great feature for scenic road trips.

THE TECHNOLOGY

BANK ON IT

The new Touareg takes the crown when it comes to technological advancement — VW has revealed its fully digitalised 'innovision

The new Touareg comes in two options, each with the same engine and just a few extra bells and whistles differentiating them.

Choose between the 3.0l V6 TDI 190kW Luxury and the 3.0 V6 TDI 190kW Executive, with the latter topping the price scale at R1 140 200.

The new Touareg comes standard with a 5 year/ 100 000km maintenance plan, 3 year/120 000km warranty, 12-year anti-corrosion warranty and space saver spare wheel. The service interval is 15 000km. SV

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