A Karoo-farm holiday for the family or business traveller
This is the ideal Karoo-farm stopover between the Western Cape and Gauteng, writes Riaan Hattingh.
Afternoon tea at the famous Mount Nelson
Brian Berkman says there’s not much to beat afternoon drinks and snacks served in the gardens at the newly refurbished Mount Nelson.
The big appeal of a small Karoo dorp
Van Wyksdorp in the Karoo may not be near to anything, yet exploring its surrounding mountain passes and staying there is a journey very much worth taking. Brian Berkman tells...
Visit Cape Town’s First Thursday and stay in the heart of the old city
Brian Berkman recommends you hobnob with artists, visit one of the world’s coolest streets, feel hip and enjoy the vibe as a Millennial might, but then curl up in deluxe...
Stay in romantic cabins and commune with nature at the foot of the Outeniqua
Brian Berkman says this forested hideaway feels very remote but ArendsRus is close enough to George to also enjoy the many other nearby attractions.
Explore all that Sedgefield has to offer while enjoying a total relax!
Brian Berkman typically used to pass through Sedgefield on the N2 without exploring the area further. But since booking in at the four-star In Toto Retreat, he is now a...
Sweet Palermo nachos: A flavourful twist on a timeless snack
Nachos: do they even need an introduction? Surely everyone has eaten nachos at some point? Today, we share a recipe of this timeless and immensely popular snack.
A simple guide to operating a game hunting and agritourism venue
Game farm owners can benefit from hunting, agritourism and breeding. In this article, we discuss some tips on running a sustainable game operation in South Africa.
A unique opportunity to go back in time
Brian Berkman visits Earthbox at Lourensford Wine Estate and ventures 5m down into the earth.
Preserving Klein Karoo landscape while returning original game to the region
Magnificent rooms, wonderful staff and their service, exquisite meals as well as excellent game viewing and nature walks made a stay at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve well worth the drive, wites...
Unlocking KZN’s South Coast for agritourism
With an abundance of agricultural activity, the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast is a prime destination for agritourism, where leisure travel meets in an immersive agri-centred experience.
Find peace and quiet at Littlestone Cottage
At this quaint stone cottage at the foot of the Outeniqua Mountains you will be disturbed by nothing more than birdsong.
Spanish tortilla with chorizo, potato and Sweet Palermo
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...
A tranquil retreat in the heart of the Swartberg Mountains
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...
Peace and tranquillity off the grid on a spectacular farm in the Swartland
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.
The perfect place to explore ‘big sky country’ near the Gariep Dam
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.
Remote, rugged and unforgettable
A fly-in safari experience transports guests into one of the last great remaining wilderness areas, says Brian Berkman.
Queen’s Hotel in Oudtshoorn
Brian Berkman says this hotel is still filled with Klein Karoo charm and the glory days of the ostrich feather boom.
Espresso chocolate brownies
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,...
Easy vanilla panna cotta with white chocolate
While this panna cotta may look daunting, it is actually a very easy recipe that will impress friends and family, says Lorraine Steyl.
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