Innholdsfortegnelse for November/December 2023 i Franschhoek Life

http://www.thegalileo.co.za/ Cape Town’s beloved outdoor movie experience, is gearing up for another spectacular season under the stars. Mark those calendars for a bucket-list activity that will run until the end of April 2024. With over 100 iconic movies on the roster, this summer promises a line-up that wows, catering to every movie lover and all ages. The Galileo Open Air Cinema offers the ultimate setting for an enchanting evening with friends, romantic date nights, birthday celebrations, family gatherings, or even team “end-of-year” parties. As the team unveils this 12th star-studded season, The Galileo promises to whisk you away to some of the most breath-taking venues in Cape Town and the Cape Winelands. For those celebrating birthdays, The Birthday Special ensures a free ticket in the week of your birthday. Seniors…

Cape Country Routes (CCR) South Africa is a leading group of owner operated and managed accommodation and activity establishments – more than 20 privately owned hotels, lodges and guest houses – located on the scenic and historic routes in the Western and Eastern Cape. All carefully selected for their character, charm and romance, they offer the best accommodation and activity options to suit every taste and budget. The Cape Country Routes’ Hippo Boutique Hotel set in the heart of Cape Town offers contemporary accommodation and iconic views of the Mother City from some of its rooms. The four-star graded boutique hotel has 19 spacious en-suite standard rooms with back-facing views of Signal Hill or front-facing balconies views overlooking vibrant city streets, and five double-volume executive suites, each uniquely decorated in…

At the Old Road Wine Company you can taste the highly acclaimed range of wines, grown and produced in the unique Franschhoek Valley. From the glorious Grande-mère Semillon, produced from one of Cape Winelands oldest vineyards to the exquisite Single Vineyard Stone Trail Chenin Blanc, which celebrates one of South Africa’s most important varietals – you will find a story and a wine to inspire and ensnare the senses. Join us for sundowners on the spacious Anemos Deck with breath-taking views of the Franschhoek mountains, or at the Wine Bar where guests can look forward to the innovative popcorn pairings or more traditional wine pairings, with delicious artisanal dishes on offer. Or simply sip leisurely as you soak in the magnificent mountain and Valley views. The Restaurant is open for…

https://pinotage.co.za/ [Stellenbosch – 28th September 2023], In the heart of South Africa’s sun-kissed vineyards, a celebration of heritage and the artistry of winemaking unfolds. Since its inception in 2011, the Perold Absa Cape Blend competition has stood as a beacon, beckoning winemakers to craft their finest Cape Blends, subjecting them to the discerning palates of experts. The competition is open to wine blends that are made up of a minimum of 30% and a maximum of 70% Pinotage. Pinotage must also have the highest total percentage in the blend. The contest is an ode to diversity, an anthem to quality, and a testament to the country’s vibrant wine industry. Amongst the multitude, only six emerge as victors, their names etched in the chronicles of winemaking and their wines exemplifying quality…

The week-long showcase is designed to honour the arts and the abundance of creativity flowing through the valley. From curated gallery exhibitions, to interactive showcases and the usual gourmand offerings of the Franschhoek Valley, guests are invited to craft their own ideal itinerary, interspersed with wine tastings, or leisurely wine farm lunches. Local galleries such as ‘Art In The Yard’ and ‘Everard Read Franschhoek’ open their doors to visitors from both near and far. Boschendal beckons with a unique commercial partnership that presents quality exhibitions and educational art events in its ‘Boschendal x Brundyn’ showcase. On display are feature works by Gabrielle Kruger and Peter Cohen, with both artists offering a unique approach to the landscape genre and prompt viewers to (re)consider their relationship with the natural and synthetic landscape.…

https://www.constancehotels.com/en/ NORTH ARI ATOLL – BIOLUMINESCENT BEACHES & BEYOND North Ari Atoll, also known as Alifu Alifu Atoll, is renowned for its pristine coral reefs and captivating crystal clear lagoons and is home to the secluded island hideaway of Constance Halaveli with some of the Maldives’ most well-known dive sites. The underwater world of North Ari Atoll is simply breathtaking where submerged caves, drift along coral walls, and interact with a wide array of marine life. In the turquoise waters you will find an abundance of whale sharks, the gentle giants of the sea and discover the vibrant marine ecosystem. Embark on a captivating adventure across the picturesque North Ari Atoll in a traditional dhoni boat. A rich part of Maldivian culture, discover a plethora of ivory beaches and crystal…

http://www.carne-sa.com/ The string of awards for best Italian restaurant garnered over the past two decades can attest … in 2013 he triumphed on the international culinary stage as the winner of the World Pasta Championship of the Academia Barilla in Parma, and continues to be an ambassador of the academy. Taking his lead from classic Milanese cuisine, he has wowed Cape Town palates with genuine Italian cuisine since 2003. Giorgio was one of the first to introduce a wide selection of fish and beef carpaccio, delicate handcrafted pastas as well as the decadent chocolate fondant to South Africans. With the opening of Carné on Keerom in 2008, Giorgio pioneered a new approach to enjoying diverse prime cuts and unusual cuts, allowing the meat to do the talking in the true…

http://earthbox.co.za/ An unprecedented attraction that brings together artistry, ancient geology and engineering, EARTHBOX is a truly unique immersive installation. Designed to offer the public an engaging journey into the earth; travelling back through the layers of time to experience the world beneath our feet. A global first, the installation, which is located on Lourensford Wine Estate in Somerset West, will be open to the public from November 2023 till the 1st May 2024. Visitors to EARTHBOX will descend into a 24 metre long underground chamber that takes them 5 metres below surface, placing them just above ground that is between 550 and 560 million years old. Escaping the noise and heat of a busy summer, the EARTHBOX excavated experience is one of finding quiet and awe through a voyage into…

Deep within the African wilderness lies Tintswalo Safari Manor House, an exclusive and enchanting property, sharing an unfenced boundary with the renowned Kruger National Park and the pristine private Manyeleti Nature Reserve (meaning “Place of the Stars” in Shangaan) which boasts an abundance of game: 147 Mammal species; 517 Bird species; 50 Fish species; 33 Amphibian species and 114 Reptile species. This unique proximity ensures that guests have the opportunity to witness Africa’s “Big Five” (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros) and a multitude of other remarkable wildlife in their natural habitat. Guided game drives and bush walks led by experienced rangers and trackers are offered daily, giving guests the chance to get up close and personal with these magnificent creatures. With a blend of luxury and wildlife, a stay…