Pure enchantment!

‘… and the waves chide below’

Just a hop and a skip away, wallow in classic beachy pleasures at Ganzekraal Coastal Resort - an oft-overlooked slice of the West Coast....

Our fascinating sea dogs

Believe it or not, Cape fur seals aren’t ‘true seals’. Officially known as ‘eared seals’, they differ from true seals in that their ears...

‘Tis the season for shopping

Don’t choose bricks or clicks for your Christmas shopping this season. Instead, tap into regional mores and rhythms at country markets for original gifts...

Knock ’em out!

Snoek and chips salad. Yes, that’s right! Snoek and chips of the salad variety was quite a thing on the West Coast. It literally...

Holiday hazards

The season is upon us. Make it one to remember and not regret. Exuberant times lie ahead: dinners to cook, lights to string up, gifts...

Let’s go surfing

When the mighty Atlantic gets pumping, make sure you can hang ten with the best of them. The profound mood-enhancing power of surfing is well-documented....

Food with verve & polish

There are no false steps at Mariella’s Restaurant. Here, chef Brendan du Preez makes sure glamour is on the plates of food. Beautifully positioned above...

Off the beaten track

Big rewards always await when ditching the crowds and choosing the road less travelled. In this case, a nature reserve gem near Graafwater, called...

From sailor to earth warrior

For Suzanne du Plessis, the question hasn’t been 'Can I make a difference?' It's been a matter of what kind of difference she wants...

BOLD-to-the-bone

Award-winning Capaia One 2020 is a match made in heaven with beef, lamb, venison and mushrooms. Deep garnet in colour, rich toasty aromas of...