Biodiversity at its best: Vergelegen takes home global award

Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West, celebrated for its exceptional sustainability initiatives, has triumphed over four international wine estates to take home the Amorim Biodiversity Award. This coveted accolade was announced in London on Tuesday, 26 November, by the drinks business, a leading European publication specialising in wine, spirits and beer. Now in its 15th…

BySpice4Life NewsNovember 28, 20240Comments

Food & Wine

Celebrating Italian Cuisine At Morgenster Estate This Summer

The days are longer and the weather (slightly) warmer, which makes a visit to Morgenster Estate in Somerset West the perfect opportunity to bask in the sun on the patio, whilst enjoying their recently launched summer menu. This menu pays tribute to the vibrance of Italian flavours, blending exciting additions with comforting classics you…

BySpice4Life NewsNovember 12, 20240Comments

Food & Wine

Sip, sip, hooray! Vergelegen scoops innovative wine tourism experiences award

Vergelegen Wine Estate, long renowned for its commitment to protecting history and heritage, has just been officially recognised for its innovation too. The 324-year-old Somerset West estate scooped the Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences award in the 2025 Best Of Wine Tourism and Wine Tourism Ambassador Awards on 16 October. Initiated by Great Wine Capitals…

BySpice4Life NewsOctober 22, 20240Comments

The Look

Woolworths Beauty Unveils Its First Standalone Store with an Elevated Shopping Experience in the Cape

Woolworths has opened the doors to its first-ever standalone Beauty store at Waterstone Village, Somerset West. This brand-new store introduces a curated beauty shopping experience, complete with a wide range of products and is home to luxury skin and nail services. The sophisticated ambiance reflects Woolworths' commitment to detail and innovation. The launch of this…

BySpice4Life NewsSeptember 11, 20240Comments

Out & About

Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa Celebrates Dog-Friendly Status: Offering Exceptional Stays for All Family Members, Furry Friends Included

Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa, set amidst the serene beauty of Somerset West in the heart of the Helderberg, is delighted celebrate its new pet-friendly status, extending a warm welcome to both guests and now their beloved canine companions, too. Understanding the importance of pets as an integral part of the family, Erinvale invites small and…

BySpice4Life NewsAugust 27, 20240Comments

Food & Wine

Morgenster Estate’s Tasting Room Offers All The Warmth And More

The sun has finally shown its face again after two weeks of extreme cold weather in the Cape, and in true fashion we can't wait to explore. Look no further than Morgenster Estate, situated in Somerset West, known for its Italian style cultivars and award-winning Extra Virgin Olive Oils. The cozy fire place…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 24, 20240Comments

Be the Change

Harvesting happiness: Vergelegen vineyard contractors treated to Fairtrade groceries

Some 100 vineyard contract workers at Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West were delighted to each receive a package of basic household groceries in January, including items such as maize meal, cooking oil, beans, macaroni, and flour. This gift forms part of Vergelegen’s Fairtrade initiative, whereby farmworkers decide how to invest in their future. Funding comes…

BySpice4Life NewsMarch 7, 20240Comments

Out & About

Book now: Egg-citing Easter foraging for little ones at Vergelegen

Easter is a magical time for little ones, and this Easter Sunday (31 March) young children and their parents can build wonderful memories at Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West. Parents and children meet at Stables family restaurant at 08h45, when children will receive bunny ears and Easter egg carriers. Foraging for yummy treats starts promptly…

BySpice4Life NewsMarch 3, 20240Comments

Out & About

Wildlife thrives at Vergelegen wine estate

A wine estate located in the City of Cape Town metropolitan municipality may seem an unlikely location for wildlife, but Vergelegen in Somerset West is proving doubters wrong. Rare quagga, eland, and bontebok – once considered the rarest antelope in the world – are not only in peak condition, but breeding. The animals are located in…

BySpice4Life NewsMarch 3, 20240Comments

Food & Wine

Harvest Festival At Vergenoegd Löw

The 2024 harvest is well underway. Join the Vergenoegd Löw team for a celebratory evening of live local music, long tables on the lawn, farm-style fare and distinctive, terroir-specific wines. Date: 29 February 2024 Time: 18:00 to 22:00 Place: Vergenoegd Löw, 1 Vergenoegd Road, Somerset West, off R310, Stellenbosch Wine Route Ticket price: R400 per person (including a glass…

BySpice4Life NewsFebruary 15, 20240Comments

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Biodiversity at its best: Vergelegen takes home global award

Celebrating Italian Cuisine At Morgenster Estate This Summer

Sip, sip, hooray! Vergelegen scoops innovative wine tourism experiences award

Woolworths Beauty Unveils Its First Standalone Store with an Elevated Shopping Experience in the Cape

Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa Celebrates Dog-Friendly Status: Offering Exceptional Stays for All Family Members, Furry Friends Included

Morgenster Estate’s Tasting Room Offers All The Warmth And More

Harvesting happiness: Vergelegen vineyard contractors treated to Fairtrade groceries

Book now: Egg-citing Easter foraging for little ones at Vergelegen

Wildlife thrives at Vergelegen wine estate

Harvest Festival At Vergenoegd Löw

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