Taste

Taste by Inspired Living - This SOUTH AFRICAN FOOD BLOG brings you the full spectrum of Taste and the best of the culinary world in South Africa. Read restaurant reviews, wine reviews, tips on food and wine pairing, as well as easy-to-follow recipes. Expect to have your taste buds tantalised and your culinary horizons broadened.

Taste, Wine, Wine Farms, Wine News

Hartenberg Merlot 2015 Hailed as Bumper Vintage

Another week and another great wine to share with you. I am not typically a Merlot drinker but appreciate good wine, and I am suitably impressed with the Hartenberg Merlot 2015. [Read more…]

Accommodation, Drinks, Taste, Travel, Wine

Why Franschhoek is a Top Winter Destination

Last year I wrote an article entitled TOP THINGS TO DO IN FRANSCHHOEK IN WINTER, which proved hugely popular. After a recent trip back to the Valley, I thought it was high time to write an update, which I hope will be helpful if you are planning a trip to the area.

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Taste, Wine

Wonderful Wine Tasting Kalkveld Lounge Zandvliet

The Robertson Wine Valley is very much unchartered territory for me. On a recent trip to the area with my daughter, I managed to do a bit more exploring. A farm I have been dying to visit is Zandvliet and more especially their stunning new tasting room, Kalkveld Lounge. [Read more…]

Drinks, Taste, Wine, Wine News

What Makes Izak Reserve 2013 a Top Bordeaux Blend

Since I started my blogging journey, wine appreciation has become an integral part of my focus. From the intricacies of winemaking to quaffing the end product, it is something I love exploring. I have had the opportunity of visiting some of the best wine farms in the Cape, as well as tasting some of the most incredible wine. One, in particular, that has stuck with me since my first sip is the Izak Reserve 2013 from Jason’s Hill. [Read more…]

Coffee, Restaurant Reviews, Taste

Big Dog Cafe Terbodore Coffee Franschhoek

Coffee connoisseurs will be ecstatic to know that Franschhoek is home to a fantastic new coffee spot! You all know how much I love coffee and a new coffee shop in my favourite Winelands town makes my heart sing. The recently opened Big Dog Cafe in Franschhoek, is part of the Terbodore Coffee Roasters family. [Read more…]