I went to a rum festival in 2017, and while there I learned a lot about rum. I tasted rum made from sugar and some from molasses, spiced rum, and flavoured rum. I can’t remember which Mauritian rum I tasted there, but guess my excitement when my friends Vincent and Rene gave me a bottle….
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I did it again: The Perfect Charcuterie
I had limited items, and weird serving platter boards, but this past weekend, I know I impressed. The perfect charcuterie board, also known as a charcuterie platter or meat and cheese board, is a delicious and visually appealing spread of cured meats, cheeses, and complementary accompaniments. While the contents of a charcuterie board can vary…
[REVIEW] Wade Bales: Stellenbosch 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon
It has been a while since I’ve done a full-on review wine review. I must say, typing this feels so good. I wonder when I will win the lotto so I can do this every day and not have to work. Anyways, for the last two years or so, I have subscribed to Wade Bales….
Winter wine drinks- A must try
The sun is taking longer to rise meaning that winter is coming. Not my favourite time of the year, so I am planning my drink calendar to ensure this winter is not that bad. These are the popular drinks I’ve seen people try on tv and I’ve tried them a couple times too. I’m hoping…
Why I love blogging
I feel like I lost myself a little. I started this blog because 1: I love wine, 2: I love talking about wine. Yes, here and there I have added recipes and talked about other adventures, but my sole reason was my love of wine. I have lost a little of that passion throughout the…
Can’t touch this: The pinotage story
My obsession with wine started many moons ago. I was a cabernet sauvignon fan and no one could say anything about it. In 2021, I contracted covid, survived, and thought I could go back to my good old cab sauv, but found myself finding it a little too heavy and dense. There came Pinotage to…
Cult wines in South Africa: On the rise?
The growth of cult wines in South Africa has been a recent phenomenon, but it has gained significant attention in the wine industry. A cult wine is a highly coveted wine produced in small quantities, often by boutique wineries, and with a high price tag. These wines are typically made from exceptional quality grapes, and…
Highlights of the South African wine industry
The South African wine industry is a vibrant and growing sector, with a history dating back to the 17th century. I am a huge fan of our wine. Some of the best bottles are found within our borders. Our history is slowly paving the way for transformation and a future that will make all South…
Have you ever?
Before you read the rest of this blog, if you have access to home delivery from your local supermarket, purchase some parma ham and camembert cheese. You’ll thank me later. Now that you have spent a fortune on those two ingredients, let me tell you how you’re going to prepare it. Side note: do not…
Essentials for your serving board
When making a charcuterie /cheese board, you know you’re going to spend a pretty penny. You buy the cured meats and fancy cheese that you regularly don’t purchase and you make sure that each element is really well presented. I wanted to build a list of the essentials for a serving board. Let’s pretend we…
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