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Karoo Winter Wool Festival: Fashion, Food, Creativity and Karoo Charm

Karoo Winter Wool Festival: Fashion, Food, Creativity and Karoo Charm

by Renate Engelbrecht | Jun 19, 2026

From 3 to 4 July 2026, the heart of the Karoo will once again come alive with creativity, craftsmanship and community as the fifth annual Karoo Winter Wool Festival takes place at Dwarsvlei Farm, near Middelburg. Set against the vast, rugged backdrop of the Karoo,...
Wool, Wild Air & The Karoo: A Festival Worth Travelling For

Wool, Wild Air & The Karoo: A Festival Worth Travelling For

by Renate Engelbrecht | Jul 25, 2025 | FEATURED POST 1, TRAVEL

Returning to our reality in the city after our recent immersive experience of the Karoo and its people has been contrasting; contradicting. But, here in our reality, we’ll find ways to create our little pockets of slow. With our memories of the Karoo Winter Wool...

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Had a lovely morning exploring the glittering gems Had a lovely morning exploring the glittering gems of 1986, now open at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre, next to Foschini. 

Keep an eye out for their Black November specials, set to launch tomorrow. 

#gifting #jewellerylover #southafrica #menlynpark #suitcaseandchardonnay @1896_jewellers
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Fermier. It's always in the details at this Pretor Fermier. It's always in the details at this Pretoria restaurant - one of my favourites. Love this hidden gem and its unique setting. 

#pretoriarestaurants #fermier #suitcaseandchardonnay
Your sign to pop in at the new @pantry_jhb at The Your sign to pop in at the new @pantry_jhb at The View, @fourways_mall 

#pantrybymarble #pantrybymarblefourways
Spanning 1,000m² and open between 6AM and 10PM on Spanning 1,000m² and open between 6AM and 10PM on weekdays and 6AM and midnight over weekends, the latest addition to the Pantry by Mable stable is proof that the well-known hospitality brand is moving from strength to strength. The new high-end food and retail store opened its doors at The View, Fourways Mall recently, welcoming over 10,000 visitors on opening weekend. Ultimately, it’s safe to say that Pantry by Marble at The View is set to bring joy to early dinner seekers, late night party goers on the hunt for a midnight snack and little foodies craving gourmet ice cream alike.

Read all about this newly opened store on the SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY blog. Link in bio. 

#pantrybymarble #suitcaseandchardonnay #fourwaysmall
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