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The Ultimate Christmas Wine Gift Guide with Dan Really Likes Wine

The Ultimate Christmas Wine Gift Guide with Dan Really Likes Wine

by Renate Engelbrecht | Dec 11, 2025 | FEATURED POST 1, WINE

If you’re in search of the perfect Christmas gift for a wine lover – whether they adore crisp whites, festive bubbles, bold reds or rare collector’s bottles – this curated guide, with Dan Really Likes Wine’s expert input, is designed to make your holiday...
5 Things You Need to Know Before Travelling to Few & Far Luvhondo

5 Things You Need to Know Before Travelling to Few & Far Luvhondo

by Renate Engelbrecht | Dec 10, 2025 | FEATURED POST 2, TRAVEL

Deep in the heart of the Soutpansberg Mountain lies one of South Africa’s most enchanting hideaways: Few & Far Luvhondo. Remote, rugged and incredibly immersive, this exclusive, slow safari experience was designed to protect, preserve and rewild the Soutpansberg...
ROSE’d: The Exhibition No One Should Miss This Summer

ROSE’d: The Exhibition No One Should Miss This Summer

by Renate Engelbrecht | Dec 8, 2025 | FEATURED POST 1, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

Heike Taschner Jeske’s recently launched signature exhibition, ROSE’d at the Franschhoek-based La Motte Estate, is an impressive display of everything floral, but also a deeply personal homecoming for her as artist. Heike’s father, Ludwig Taschner, is the well-known...
Range Rover’s London Collection: Modernist Luxury for the Conscious Collector

Range Rover’s London Collection: Modernist Luxury for the Conscious Collector

by Renate Engelbrecht | Dec 8, 2025 | FASHION & BEAUTY, FEATURED POST 2, LIFESTYLE

There’s something undeniably magical about the holiday season – the light; the energy; the shift in the overall mood. This year, Range Rover leans into that spirit with a fashion capsule that feels equal parts sophisticated, tactile and timeless. The London...
This is the Latest Culinary Gem in Franschhoek

This is the Latest Culinary Gem in Franschhoek

by Renate Engelbrecht | Dec 5, 2025 | FEATURED POST 1, FOOD

Franschhoek has just welcomed a breathtaking new dining destination: Arum. This culinary gem – which recently opened its doors – is the latest project from acclaimed chef Peter Tempelhoff and his award-winning team. Set on the historic Boschendal Estate,...
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It's not every day that I get to take this hunk of It's not every day that I get to take this hunk of a husband to an event with me, but this week, the Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff invited us to celebrate the launch of their stunning Lobby Lounge with them and it was such a pleasure to have him by my side. 

As the year draws to a close, the one person who stood by my through all of my SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY dreams, plans, executions and even more dreams, was Wikus. He never doubted my abilities and continues to encourage me to dream big. 

Thank you, Wikus, for always believing in me. For allowing me to chase my dreams.
About last night... What a wonderful Lobby Loung About last night... 

What a wonderful Lobby Lounge launch at @fsjohannesburg ! Thank you team Westcliff for having us. What a beautiful, versatile space. Wishing you only wonder and success with this new addition to the hotel's already luxurious offering. 

#fourseasons #westcliff
I spent the morning diving into Range Rover’s Lond I spent the morning diving into Range Rover’s London Collection and trust me - it’s everything understated luxury should be! Beautifully crafted, functional, timeless.

All the details are on the SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY blog. Head to the link in bio to read more.

https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/range-rovers-london-collection-modernist-luxury-for-the-conscious-collector/

#timelessluxury #rangerover #capsulecollection
A visit to @lamottewine is always a must. Especial A visit to @lamottewine is always a must. Especially if it comes with a quick stop at the Artisanal Bakery & Garden Café. 

#bakery #lamotte
From my recent interview with KAMERS/Makers' CEO a From my recent interview with KAMERS/Makers' CEO and Co-Owner, Ben-Carl Havemann. Today is the last day of the KAMERS/Makers market in Sandton and a stroll through the stalls comes highly recommended! 

Keen to learn more about the impact of big importers like SHEIN and TEMU's effect on our creative economy? Listen to the full episode (episode 34) on the SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY podcast, available as video podcast on YouTube and Spotify, and as audio only wherever else you listen to your podcasts. 

Join the conversation and let's educate ourselves on the reasons why it's so important to support local. 

#supportlocal #KAMERSMakers
Today is the final day of @kamersmakers in Sandton Today is the final day of @kamersmakers in Sandton and I cannot recommend it enough! Grab a glass of @babylonstoren wine, stroll through the stalls and support local. The perfect way to spend a slow Sunday. 

Also, remember to listen to the latest SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY podcast episode, where CEO and Co-Owner, Ben-Carl and I chat about the influence of cheap Chinese imports on our local creative economy. 

Happy Sunday! 

#supportlocal #kamersmakers
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