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In White: A Fashion Range Worth Raving About

In White: A Fashion Range Worth Raving About

by Renate Engelbrecht | Mar 28, 2025 | FASHION NEWS, FEATURED POST 2

A week before her wedding, former Miss South Africa, Natasha Joubert (now Vermaak) glided into the Forever New store at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre in Pretoria. The occasion: The launch of a collaborative range with Forever New, aptly named In White. This was merely...
Last-minute gifts for those Christmas stockings

Last-minute gifts for those Christmas stockings

by Renate Engelbrecht | Dec 12, 2023 | FAMILY, FEATURED POST 1

If you’re like me, you’ve once again let the Christmas gift shopping stand over ‘til the last minute. Perhaps early Christmas gift shopping should become a new year’s resolution? Imagine shopping for Christmas gifts all year round? You might even get some great deals,...
Things to do in Cape Town this Christmas

Things to do in Cape Town this Christmas

by Renate Engelbrecht | Dec 1, 2022 | Entertainment, FEATURED POST 2, LOCAL TRAVELS

Since Suitcase & Chardonnay’s readership is largely from both Gauteng and the fairest Cape, I’ll be putting together two posts with things to do for Christmas – one for Cape Town and one for Gauteng. While there are numerous hotels, restaurants and other...

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SPICE MEETS STYLE – AND IT’S FOR A GOOD CAUSE! SPICE MEETS STYLE – AND IT’S FOR A GOOD CAUSE! | Get ready for a night of fabulous Indian cuisine, showstopping sustainable fashion and heartfelt purpose. Join Modern Tailors Ambassador and Sari for Change for a celebration of food and fashion – a feast that will taste as good as it looks (and feel even better, since your support will be making a difference). Sari for Change upcycles traditional saris into bespoke, one-of-a-kind garments while empowering women to build sustainable businesses. At this event, you’ll be able to preview a collection by the brand, inspired by Indian spices. The showcase celebrates fashion without borders - blending artistry, culture and sustainability into a truly unique evening. Enjoy dinner from the Modern Tailors menu and return home feeling nourished – both physically and emotionally! Date: 22 May Time: 18:30 for 19:00 Venue: Modern Tailors Ambassador, Groenkloof Plaza, Pretoria Cost: R250 per ticket (Tickets include a welcome drink and the fashion show’s cover charge) Tickets are selling fast – BOOK yours now via Dineplan.com or phone +27 10 900 5044. @moderntailors_za @sariforchange_ #FoodMeetsFashion #CharityWithStyle #IndianCuisineLovers #SustainableStyle #IndianCuisine #IndianFoodLovers #AuthenticIndianFood #IndianFashion #SariStyle #TraditionalIndianWear #DesiFood #SariFashion #IndianCulture #FoodAndFashion #IndianRestaurant #ModernTailorsAmbassador #ModernTailors #SariForChange #girlsnight
Find the SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY podcast on all majo Find the SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY podcast on all major podcast platforms, as well as YouTube! Spotify 🔗 in my bio. 😀🎙️ #podcastsa #lifestylepodcast #winepodcast #travelpodcast #stylepodcast
These days, fast fashion is a dominating trend whe These days, fast fashion is a dominating trend when it comes to personal style, and global luxury labels often seem to steal the spotlight. But, a new wave of designers – including sustainable, South African fashion brands – is turning heads with collections that speak the language of quiet confidence, cultural richness and considered craftsmanship. These local fashion brands aren’t just creating beautiful garments. They’re rewriting the narrative of luxury to include sustainability, heritage and soul. If you want to layer your wardrobe with purpose and prestige, I've listed some awesome brands on the blog. Find it on www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za. Link in bio. #SouthAfricanFashion #LocalLuxury #SustainableStyle #MadeInSA #AutumnLayers #EverydayElegance #WomenswearReimagined Follow them all on socials: @me_and__b @kloth_and_kin @smudjworld @sittingprettysa @roseyandvittori @she_loves_sundays @harlowandsummer @weare.amani @hemploveza @hannahlavery.sa @beachcultct @goodclothingsa @we_are_titch @hadassaclothing @errefashion @sariforchange_ @breazies @marethcolleen @hom_thelabel
Lourens Engelbrecht and his braai partner, Johan d Lourens Engelbrecht and his braai partner, Johan de Villiers lit the fire, cooked from the heart and walked away with the 'Goue Haan' in the second season of @kyknettv 's 'Kokkedoor Vuur & Vlam'. This week, on the SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY podcast, we chat about grit, flavour and what it really means to cook with soul. From campfire chaos to culinary calm, this episode is a FEAST. Tap the 🔗 in bio to listen now. #SuitcaseAndChardonnay #kokkedoorvuurenvlam #podcastsa #southafricanfoodie #slowliving #fireandflavour #foodpodcast #braailegends
10+ Tempting Wines Reason Enough to Wind Down this 10+ Tempting Wines Reason Enough to Wind Down this Autumn | As the days get shorter and the chill begins to nip at the edges of late afternoons, there’s something about autumn that calls for slow sips, comforting flavours and soulful stories in every glass. Whether you’re layering up for a golden-hour garden stroll or curling up by the fireplace in your coziest slippers, together with sommelier, Moses Magwaza, I’ve rounded up the perfect bottles to accompany your autumn rituals. From the bold and nostalgic to the affordable, yet elegant. Here are Moses and my top autumn wines to celebrate the season – all with personality, provenance and purpose: https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/10-tempting-wines-reason-enough-to-wind-down-this-autumn/ #wine #autumn #winter #southafrica @strauss_and_co @straussfinewine @lerichewines @illimiswines @gabrielskloof @stellenrust_wines @stellenzicht @alleebleue @dewetshofwines @saronsbergcellar @steenbergfarm @backsberg @diemersdalwines @durbanvillewine
4 RESTAURANTS TO VISIT BEFORE THE FIRST FROST HITS 4 RESTAURANTS TO VISIT BEFORE THE FIRST FROST HITS | As the first whispers of winter begin to creep up on us and the days grow deliciously shorter, there’s a fleeting window to indulge in South Africa’s most vibrant culinary experiences before we retreat into our cozy homes to hibernate. Whether it’s wood-fired artistry that’s found a home at a boutique hotel, a whimsical olive green and pink tea room, an eatery that elevates even the most basic of staples, or coastal dining with heart, these four restaurants promise warmth, flavour and unforgettable memories. So, grab your coat – but leave room for dessert – because these best foodie spots for May 2025 are calling your name. https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/4-restaurants-to-visit-before-the-first-frost-hits/ #suitcaseandchardonnay #winter #restaurants #may #autumn #pretoriarestaurants #capetownrestaurants #joburgrestaurants @luckybreadco @seebamboes @thepotluckclubjohannesburg EL&N London South Africa
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