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Gourmet days

This week we bring you a delectable newsletter featuring reviews of the captivating Makaron at Majeka House, new Sea Point eatery, Strolla and the 2016/17 Gourmet Guide. While new contributor Allison Foat reports back on a recent UK trip.

In a new ticket giveaway, you stand the chance to win two tickets to the Dusty Rebels and The Bombshells event in Pretoria.

Happy feasting!

Ruth Cooper, Lifestyle Editor & Production Manager (@Biz_Lounge)

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Weekly top stories
Macarons and more at Majeka House this May
[Leigh Andrews] The landscaped gardens of Majeka House are dotted with touches of bright blue furniture among that lush greenery Stellenbosch is known for - there are even trees my husband would climb... read


A right royal trip, fit for a queen

Allison Foat

2016 is a very festive time to be in Great Britain, it's Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth ll' s 90th year and with her second official birthday approaching on 11 June, the next few weeks are a particularly good time to do a royal-themed trip to that part of the world. Read

Explore South Africa's top restaurants plate by plate

Food lovers can now discover South Africa's top restaurants - from haute cuisine to hot-and-happening - with a new guide that navigates readers from major cities through... Read

Strolla lights up the Cape Town night

Kim Lawrence

When walking into Strolla you can't help but admire the soft Victorian setting and romantic lighting in the dining area. Read

Movies
Donizetti's rousing opera Roberto Devereux

Daniel Dercksen

Opera lovers can indulge in Sir David McVicar's sumptuous production of Donizetti's Roberto Devereux in the Live in HD season from The Metropolitan Opera in New York at Nouveau cinemas. read
Music
Trash Cabaret at Hillcrest
Trash Cabaret, a multicultural circus cabaret extravaganza featuring artists and performers from around the world, will be held at Hillcrest Quarry, Durbanville, Cape Town, on Saturday, 14 May, 2016. read
Events
Its back to Pretoria for Dusty Rebels and The Bombshells
Dusty Rebels and The Bombshells will bring their signature fare of 1940s and 50s cars, fashion and music to 012 Central in Helen Joseph Street on 14 May, 2016. read
Food & Wine
Low-carb tea and winter special offers

Brian Berkman

A new Afternoon Tea offering is trying to entice a different market to one of Constantia's most classic and elegant hotels, The Cellars-Hohenort in Constantia, Cape Town. read
Tips on achieving the real taste of Thailand
Whether you're eating out or preparing a Thai dish at home, here are some top tips to ensure you enjoy the authentic tastes of Thailand - known as the 'Kitchen of the World'. read
Top wines at The Chardonnay And Pinot Noir Festival
The Chardonnay and Pinot Noir Festival will take place at The Wanderers Club, Illovo, Joburg, on Thursday, 12 May. read
Whisky Live goes to Durban
The Durban Whisky Live Celebration will be held at Suncoast from 12 to 14 May, 2016, and is open from 6.30pm to 10pm daily. read
From the Cape Winelands to the Scottish Highlands

Issued by Kaya FM 95.9

The Kaya FM Wine & Malt Whisky Affair is brought to you by Old Mutual in association with Wade Bells at the luxurious Hyde Park Corner, on 26-27 May at 6-9pm... read
Travel
#Stellenblog campaign gives world the Stellenbosch Experience
Withing one week the 2016 #Stellenblog campaign reached close to 4,7-million people worldwide, revealing an exceptional amount of publicity for the Stellenbosch region... read
Sport
Route and road closures announced for the Neon Run
The Trace Mobile presents the Neon Run TM 2016 is taking place on Saturday, 14 May, 2016, at the Wanderers Stadium, Joburg. read
Business
Neuromarketing: From design studio to C-suite

Leigh Andrews

The 'silo mentality' is slowly but surely falling away in ad agencies - now that collaborative business mindset is spreading across all industries. Here's why your marketing strategy needs to follow suit and become a top-line conversation... read
Multimedia
Cassper Nyovest - War Ready
Cassper Nyovest - War Ready
Cassper Nyovest releases the official music video for War Ready. Directed by Arcade Content's Kyle Lewis and edited by Stephen du Plessis. - View/Rate
Yesterday's Pupil - Lilly
Yesterday's Pupil - Lilly
Yesterday's Pupil"releases the official music video for Lilly, which was written in Amsterdam in April 2015. Shot and Cut by Louis Minnaar with assistance by Christo Jansen Niemandt. - View/Rate
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New events to diarise
School of Rock Hits One Year Milestone!
School of Rock - 14 May 2016, Cape Town


Mid Month Food Market
The Atrium Berea - 15 May 2016 to 21 May 2016, Durban


Cape Consort's Dido and Aeneas
The Fugard Theatre - 2 Jun 2016, Cape Town | 3 Jun 2016, Cape Town | 4 Jun 2016, Cape Town | 5 Jun 2016, Cape Town


IMPI World Series
Colossa Foundation - 25 Jun 2016, Johannesburg


Jump City Challenge powered by Peri Construction
Shift Concepts - 8 Jul 2016, Durban


Education Africa - 5th International Marimba and Steelpan Festival 2016
JT Comms - 30 Jul 2016 to 31 Jul 2016, Johannesburg


Upcoming events
Everyday Education Exhibit Opening
Museum of African Design - 13 May 2016, Johannesburg


SAB World of Beer celebrates 21st birthday - R10 Beer Tour
SAB World of Beer - 15 May 2016, Johannesburg


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