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At this quaint stone cottage at the foot of the Outeniqua Mountains you will be disturbed by nothing more than birdsong.

Here, we have a Spanish Sweet Palermo tortilla for you. Although it might seem easy, cooking a good tortilla actually takes a bit of experience. But don’t let that stop you trying – because the more effort you put into making something, the more you enjoy the final result, right?

Brian Berkman is thoroughly charmed by a nature reserve and its hospitality in the Klein Karoo. Wildehondekloof Private Game Reserve is about 60km outside of Oudtshoorn in the Western Cape on the road that leads past the Cango Caves.

Dassenheuwel Farm Stay has the orginal farm homestead for families with all the creature comforts, or the cottages for couples. The choice is yours, writes Riaan Hattingh.

Farmer’s Weekly found the ideal midway stopover between Gauteng and the Western Cape or Eastern Cape if you travel in that direction, says Riaan Hattingh.

A fly-in safari experience transports guests into one of the last great remaining wilderness areas, says Brian Berkman.

Brian Berkman says this hotel is still filled with Klein Karoo charm and the glory days of the ostrich feather boom.

These delicious brownies can be enjoyed on their own, or with cream and ice cream. Make sure you make a double batch; your guests will be coming back for seconds, says Lorraine Steyl.

While this panna cotta may look daunting, it is actually a very easy recipe that will impress friends and family, says Lorraine Steyl.

These lamb shank parcels are perfect for a Christmas dinner. They are not only delicious but they look the part too, says Lorraine Steyl.

The star of this dish is the creamy and spicy sauce, says Lorraine Steyl.

Step aside, ham! This pork belly may very well earn its place at your future Christmas feasts, says Lorraine Steyl.