Author Archives: Ken Nelson

Kosklets with Radio Tygerberg – Afrikaans Restaurant Reviews

Posted on 30 October 2015 by Ken Nelson

“Kosklets” is Radio Tygerberg’s new restaurant review program launched in October 2010 and is presented by Ingrid Venter (Radio Tygerberg presenter and business entrepreneur, currently also hosting “Tasse en Matrasse”) and Monique Strydom (one of SA’s sought after motivational speakers, … Continue reading →

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Grande Provence awarded 10 Year Fine Dining Award

Posted on 16 September 2015 by Ken Nelson

The Restaurant at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate in Franschhoek took centre stage at the American Express Platinum Fine Dining Awards clinching a 10-year accolade for securing its place once again in the line-up of recognised Fine Dining restaurants in … Continue reading →

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Smarter Seafood Choices with SASSI

Posted on 20 August 2015 by Ken Nelson

South African people love seafood, it is part of our heritage and contributes to the livelihoods of many. Over the years, seafood in South Africa has also become ultra-trendy as it is deemed the healthier choice, is high in omegas … Continue reading →

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Balata Restaurant Competition

Posted on 6 December 2012 by Ken Nelson

Balata Restaurant, situated at the picturesque Fairway Hotel & Golf Resort in Johannesburg, has been running a series of monthly competitions offering some fantastic prizes. This December, drop us a line with the answer to a simple question and you … Continue reading →

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Clos Malverne pulls out all the stops on New Year’s Eve

Posted on 7 November 2012 by Ken Nelson

8 course menu and brand new MCC to celebrate the New Year When the clock strikes 12 on the 31st of December you will want to be in the warm company of family owned wine estate, Clos Malverne, where an … Continue reading →

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New wine for Kievits Kroon Labels

Posted on 2 November 2012 by Ken Nelson

Last year Kievits Kroon Country Estate near Pretoria launched its own Grand Rouge and Sauvignon Blanc house wines, specially blended for the estate by Bizoe and Glen Erskine boutique wine estates. The wines, which are included on the estate’s award-winning … Continue reading →

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Summer in Stellenbosch Valley

Posted on 2 October 2012 by Ken Nelson

Exciting holiday line-up for a feast of festive times from 8th – 17th December 2012 The best part of summer? Longer days, more time to spend in the Winelands and the sensational Summer in Stellenbosch Valley 2012 which takes place … Continue reading →

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Seafood Comes to The Plettenberg

Posted on 28 September 2012 by Ken Nelson

The Plettenberg Hotel (a member of prestigious Relais & Châteaux) is delighted to launch their new restaurant concept Seafood at The Plettenberg. Based on the successful restaurant at its sister hotel, The Marine Hermanus, this winning formula has always been … Continue reading →

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Alexander Bar & Café to open small theatre space

Posted on 17 September 2012 by Ken Nelson

Alexander Bar & Café are pleased to announce the opening of a tiny theatre space upstairs at the already-famous Cape Town CBD restaurant and bar in mid-October. By tiny, they mean small, boutique. No swinging pets and wear protection. No … Continue reading →

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15th Annual American Express Platinum Fine Dining Programme

Posted on 12 September 2012 by Ken Nelson

Budding young chefs in the Western Cape have drawn major benefit from this year’s American Express Platinum Fine Dining Programme through mentorship by local celebrity Chef Bruce Robertson. As part of the programme’s development initiative, Chef Robertson – who was … Continue reading →

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