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.

Eating Out, Food, Restaurant Reviews, Taste

Refined Dining FABER Restaurant at Avondale

2016 was definitely a year of discovery, especially when it comes to wonderful new culinary spots! One that ranked highly on my list of favourites, was FABER Restaurant at Avondale Wine Farm, in Paarl. Franschhoek is a top wine region for eating out but Stellenbosch and Paarl regions should not be discounted, as their offering is equally as good.

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Drinks, Taste, Wine

My Top Festive Bubbles 2016

Needless to say the festive season is definitely a time of celebration! Celebrations in the South Hemisphere are somewhat different to that of our Northern counterparts. Think summer sun, days lounging poolside, alfresco dining and lots of festive parties. To really get into the swing of the festivities I thought I would share My Top Festive Bubbles for 2016. [Read more…]

Eating Out, Food, Restaurant Reviews, Taste

Contemporary Italian Dining at Blanko Restaurant

A few weeks back Grant and I stole away for a romantic dinner, at the new contemporary Italian restaurant, Blanko at the Alphen Hotel. You may remember it as 5 Rooms Restaurant. Well, the space has been given a new lease on life and a fresh, modern look. [Read more…]

Drinks, Taste, Wine

L’Ormarins MCC Tasting at Anthonij Rupert

You may recall a recent post I did on the Franschhoek MCC Route – if not pop over and have a read. One of the tantalising tastings you can enjoy on this route is the L’Ormarins MCC Flight, at Anthonij Rupert Wyne.

The Mess Restaurant Social Side of Dining

I recently visited The Mess, a new restaurant and bar, in De Waterkant Village in Green Point. The Mess Restaurant truly emphasises the fun, social side of dining. Their “Sharing plates”, celebrate the finest ingredients and different flavours from around the world. [Read more…]