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

Jason’s Hill Private Cellar in the Slanghoek Valley

This year has been jam-packed with fabulous discoveries, one of my favourites being Jason’s Hill Private Cellar. Good friends have always told us how amazing Jason’s Hill is, and that we should visit. When the opportunity arose to visit, naturally we had to go – there was wine tasting involved who could resist!

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Recipes, Taste

Rocking Hellmann’s Chorizo & Maple Glazed Bacon Burger

Gone are the days when a hamburger, is merely a beef patty on a bun! Gourmet burgers have replaced the sad, somewhat tired grey patties, served on a soggy bun, with equally soggy salad items. The more inventive you can be with your burger creation the better, which is why I loved the sound of the Hellmann’s Chorizo and Maple glazed Bacon Burger. [Read more…]

Competitions, Taste

Win Tickets to the Reuben’s Wine & Dine Evening

Calling all Cape Town foodies! One&Only Cape Town’s Chef Reuben Riffel and wine sommelier star Luvo Ntezo, are hosting a series of Wine & Dine Evenings. The Reuben’s Wine & Dine Evening, will feature only the highest-rated wine farms, paired with Reuben’s delicious culinary creations! Guests are in for a treat – an evening of superb food, wine and entertainment, which will take place on the first Wednesday of every month. [Read more…]

Food, Restaurant Reviews, Taste

Local Foodie Heaven at Saucisse Boutique Deli

I recently took my girls on a lunch date to local foodie heaven Saucisse Boutique Deli, at The Old Biscuit Mill. Saucisse or ‘little sausage’ in French, is a family-run speciality meat and cheese deli, in the heart of Woodstock, Cape Town. [Read more…]

Accommodation, Taste, Travel, Wine

Top Things to do in FranscHHoek in Winter

Franschhoek or “French Corner” is one of my favourite small towns in the Western Cape. It is perfect for a night away, as it is only a short drive from the Cape Town CBD. The town is a popular destination for both tourists and locals; renowned not only for its natural beauty but also its fantastic food and wine. It is a great place to visit throughout the year, but I particularly love Franschhoek in Winter! [Read more…]