For a couple of years now, I have really enjoyed the oft un-sung Paarl spot, Terra Mare, as have others. As the name suggests, it has an Italian bent, but this is not saying much these days when every other … Continue reading →

Ironically, I wish there were more restaurants cooking with mutton, but the exigencies of the market mean that lamb is so much more readily available. It also cooks far more quickly, and it’s a quicker turn-around for the farmer. So … Continue reading →

The namesake winery is a red wine specialist, so it’s no surprise that Guardian Peak’s restaurant features much meat on the menu. Pork neck with mustard & whisky; lamb’s kidney with port and mustard sauce; duck leg confit; ribeye steak; … Continue reading →

Lunching at Magica Roma last week, I tweeted this: “Lunch at Magica Roma, where regulars do rule and (I have to admit) the parameters change. But this is hospitality?” To which Marco Savoia answered: “…Parameters do change, this is hospitality!!!!” … Continue reading →

After initial (very positive) comments from George here and less a enthusiastic review sent in by Michael, a visit to Portofino (in the venue that previously housed Bruce Robertson’s Showroom) marked Portofino out as a restaurant well-worth adding to your … Continue reading →

Jimbaran in Bali is famous for its seafood grills. The reasons are multiple – the many seafood restaurants are all ranged on a beautiful beach, with tables in the sand. As the night falls, candles and lanterns light up the … Continue reading →

I’ve been away for a few weeks, eating mostly rice (the staple in Indonesia), so it is good to be back – and a good time to be back with all the new places opening, mostly in Cape Town, for … Continue reading →

This rustic, barn like eaterie in wood tones features a great deck under old trees overlooking the river. Inside, high ceiling, rafters, heavy chandeliers, wicker chairs, crooners on the soundtrack sets very comfy countrified tone. Cats loiter. A fireplace for … Continue reading →

As ever, this bakery cum café delivers. They are so good, there is little reason to go anywhere else for breakfast in this town. It’s worth driving from Plett to have breakfast here. Many people do. If you are familiar … Continue reading →

A pretty new spot, run by Jerome, who used to operate Cruise Café – this “beach house” has a fabulous position overlooking the Heads and the interior is bright and cheerful, with big windows to capitalise on one of the … Continue reading →