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Rooted in Nature, Rewarded in Wine: Inside Hasher Family Wines

Rooted in Nature, Rewarded in Wine: Inside Hasher Family Wines

by Renate Engelbrecht | Jun 3, 2026 | FEATURED POST 2, WINE

The dust seems to have settled at Hasher Family Wines, after they were recently named Winery of the Year for the second year in a row at the 2026 London Wine Competition. Not to mention the 99 points and a Double Gold Medal for the estate’s Ernest Pinot Noir 2024,...
(CLOSED) WIN with SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY and Neethlingshof

(CLOSED) WIN with SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY and Neethlingshof

by Renate Engelbrecht | May 11, 2026 | FEATURED POST 1, WIN WITH S&C, WINE

Following the recent podcast episode featuring winemaker, Mika Engelbrecht, I am happy to announce an exciting competition where you can WIN with SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY and Neethlingshof! WHAT YOU CAN WIN: A mixed box of Neethlingshof wines from the Short Story...
Blaauwklippen: A Heritage Estate’s Legacy and Wines of Resilience

Blaauwklippen: A Heritage Estate’s Legacy and Wines of Resilience

by Renate Engelbrecht | May 6, 2026 | FEATURED POST 1, WINE

It’s been just over 2 years since Stellenbosch’s oldest wine farm, Blaauwklippen’s Manor House – now beautifully restored – caught fire on the 7th of April 2024. The estate, established in 1682, was the first registered company in the country and the...
Soft, Small-Batch Wines for Autumn Fireside Sipping

Soft, Small-Batch Wines for Autumn Fireside Sipping

by Renate Engelbrecht | Apr 13, 2026 | FEATURED POST 2, WINE

When you notice the cooler, crisp air at twilight and how the sun starts dipping its toes in the horizon a little earlier than anticipated, it’s time to revisit your wine collection to ensure that you’re prepared. While winter might be the season for heavier reds...
RMB Simonsberg Wine Festival Returns to the Cape Winelands

RMB Simonsberg Wine Festival Returns to the Cape Winelands

by Renate Engelbrecht | Feb 19, 2026

Mark your calendar for 28 February – 1 March 2026, when one of the Cape Winelands’ most anticipated lifestyle events returns to the slopes of the Simonsberg mountains. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Simonsberg, the RMB Simonsberg Wine Festival brings...
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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. 

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