Wine and Sushi Pairing 2025: South African Gems for Every Palate
Discover expert Wine and sushi pairing tips for South Africans, with unique local finds and standout bottles that are accessible yet cellar-worthy.
Discover expert Wine and sushi pairing tips for South Africans, with unique local finds and standout bottles that are accessible yet cellar-worthy.
Ask any South African and they’ll tell you pizza does not need anything fancy to be a good time. Yet pair it with just the right local wine and everything changes. South Africa is home to over 2,600 wine farms, but it turns out most of us are missing wild new pairings that make even […]
Pairing wine with braai is becoming a true South African art. You might expect everyone to reach for the old standbys like big reds and steaks, but braai lovers are now discovering a world of new possibilities. Small-batch wines from local producers are stealing the show and over 70 percent of foodies surveyed say unique […]
Cooking with red wine has long been a secret trick of home chefs and restaurant pros alike. South Africans are making their mark with small-batch bottles that can totally transform a simple meal. But get this. Studies have shown that marinating chicken in red wine can slash harmful chemical formation by up to 88%. Most […]
Everyone thinks choosing between red and white wine is simply a matter of personal taste or colour at the dinner table. Surprisingly, there’s a lot more science and artistry at play – the real difference begins with grape skins. Red wines get their bold structure and tannins from fermenting with the skins on, while white […]
Serving red wine seems simple until you realise most people are missing out on the best flavours South Africa’s bottles can offer. Here’s the surprise. Over 70 percent of locals serve their reds at the wrong temperature, dampening taste and aroma. Now here’s what flips the script. With a few clever tricks – like choosing […]