By Request! See… FIRE WATER - SOUTH AFRICAN BRANDY

Michael Fridjhon, one of South Africa’s leading winewriters says, "The true pleasure of the brandy distiller’s art takes a lifetime to reveal. It is not a voyage frivolously undertaken, but the world it opens up is deeply hospitable and every staging post is a microcosm of the route."

‘Fire Water’ is a fascinating account by Wendy Toerien of how brandy is created, weaving a compelling tale and one that involves the reader from start to finish - absorbing and thrilling! 

A SCRUMPTIOUS TABLE AT CYBELE FOREST LODGE & HEALTH SPA

With Emile Van der Vee

Emile Van der Vee, Cybele’s Executive Chef, chats to Showcook and shares his love of cooking and his recipes.

TO MARKET… TO MARKET…

Stellenbosch Fresh Goods Market

Stellenbosch’s bountiful and inviting organic, slow food  market, held every Saturday beckons. A cornucopia of your favourite things are on the tables; cheeses, honey, dried figs, charcuterie, breads, choice pastries, wine and dishes on the ready for the week ahead. Fill your capacious basket and head for home.

CELEBRATING SALLANDROUZE

A Showcook Production

When Lanie van Reenen opened her doors at Sallandrouze in June 2008 it was cause for celebration. Today the Hôtel Château Sallandrouze & Café Sallandrouze is enchanting Aubusson and visitors from abroad with its elegance and sumptuous cuisine.

Franck Dangereux’s recipes
from his superb book FEAST

See… The Foodbarn

ON SHOW! FRANCK DANGEREUX- THE FOODBARN

"You’ll see," says Franck,"that like fashion there will be a return to basic, simple things; a really good piece of bread, butter, cheese and wine - we’re getting back to a thoughtful way of eating!"

PEARL VALLEY An Open Invitation - Delectable Dishes

With Showcook

Spend a weekend away at one of South Africa’s most glorious scenic golf estates in Franschhoek, a weekend of fun and great golf. Delectable dishes on the menu from Andrea Foulkes of stylish Dish with a touch of spice, while Michelle Key and Andrea reveal their secrets for successful decorating and entertaining!

NEW! PRICKLY PEARS & POMEGRANATES

Local, organic and seasonal food from the Plains of the Camdeboo

 

 

Bernadette le Roux and Marianne Palmer’s book, ‘Prickly Pears & Pomegranates’ oozes charm, brought to life from the Plains of Camdeboo in the Great Karoo. It is the women of Cranemere Farm, everyone of them a great cook in her own right, who brought food influences to the Karoo from around the globe. 

 

LA COLOMBE ON THE RISE

Introducing Luke Dale-Roberts

Luke Dale-Roberts, brimming with imagination, his cooking reflects a fine technique and a passion for his craft.