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Once local travel restrictions are lifted, we expect life to return to normal over time, and visitors to Paarl,one of the hubs of the Western Cape Winelands region, to increase again as more and more businesses and schools open up.Whether you're visiting our town for business, leisure, to attend events, participate in outdoor activities or just for...

​ Regular visitors to The Well at d'Olyfboom Family Estate can be forgiven for thinking it's all about the pure spring water which is available at a minimal price to locals and who stream to the venue to fill their water bottles and containers. If you stay for a bit, either on the outdoor terrace overlooking the verdant gardens, or inside the...

d'Olyfboom Estate in Paarl, in the heart of the Cape Winelands, offers an exclusive Oude Cellar Wedding Venue at a breath-taking boutique wine estate dating back to 1693.The Estate boasts spectacular views over the farm's vineyards, dam, and Paarl Mountain. We strive for individual attention, tailored personalised service and trust that your experi...

1.Tell us a little bit more about yourself? I am married to Jonathan and have two kids; Nicholas who is 19 and studying and Kristen (14) who is still at school.I was born and bred in Paarl and have always lived here, so I'm a 100% true blue Paarliet!I have been at Innpact for more than 4 years (In September it will be 5!) and am responsible for the...

"South African farmers are in general well educated, highly motivated and knowledgeable and this gives me hope that a solution to the Western Cape's water challenges will be found in time," says Professor Eilon Adar, Alain Poher Chair in Hydro-Geology and Arid Zones, Director of the Zuckerberg Institute for Water Research (2002-2015), ...

Andrias Bok (31) is a lucky man, but as he agrees immediately when you meet him, recognising opportunities when they come your way and working hard to make your dreams come true, are a large part of his success. Born in Springbok in the Northern Cape, Andrias' golden opportunity came when he starting working in the kitchen at Naries Namakwa Retreat...

Chocnut Brownie (Courtesy of Chef Westley Muller)Oven: 150 °CTime: 50minServes: 6-8Ingredients:370 g castor sugar 80 g cocoa powder 60 g flour5 ml baking powder 250 g butter 4 eggs beaten5 ml vanilla 150 g grated dark chocolate 100 g chopped nuts Method:1.Preheat oven to 150 °C2.Line a baking tray with grease proof paper and spray with spray and c...

SNACK PLATTER:R450 per platter serving 10-12 peopleBASIC ITEMS:Humus Sweet chilli cream cheeseCracker selectionStoneground brown seed loafThen add any 4 items below: Meat selection:24 x Hickory ham rolls 12 x Chicken kebab 24 x Mini "frikadelle" 24 x Mini venison boerewors lollipops​Vegetarian selection:  24 x Tomato, mozzarella and basil...

Chef Dennis Strydom has been tasked with producing healthy, flavourful meals to be enjoyed at home with the minimum of fuss."I love these family favourites and only use the best local ingredients and have added hidden veggies wherever possible," he says. Just add a starch and a salad, and supper is ready!Our The Well What's App group is the best wa...

Makes +- 2 litersIngredients: 250g fruit cake mix50g green glace cherries cut in half50g red glace cherries cut in half1 tsp cinnamonHalf cup brandy1 cup strong rooibos tea3 eggs2 egg yolksHalf scraped vanilla pod or 5ml vanilla essence 200g castor sugar500ml creamHalf cup pecan nuts chopped (optional) Method: Place the fruit cake mix, cherries, ci...