Playing a certain type of music can enhance the way wine tastes, research by psychologists suggests.
 The Heriot Watt University study found people rated the change in taste by up to 60% depending on the melody heard.
The researchers said cabernet sauvignon was most affected by “powerful and heavy” music, and chardonnay by “zingy and refreshing” sounds.
Professor [...]

Several years ago, a group of researchers from around the world set out to find which among a select group of known heart-healthy foods was actually the healthiest. The answer: red wine.
 They found that drinking 150 ml of red wine in and of itself has the ability to reduce the risk of heart disease by [...]

Cooking with the right wine has been the secret of many restaurant chefs. Nowadays adventurous home cooks are being tempted to dabble and experiment with it.
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 Foods cooked in wine or served with wine-enriched sauces can be lifted to another plane. For a long time though, it was believed that any old plonk [...]

Say you enter a wine store. You walk around the shelves reading labels, mouthing the names of the grapes and the wine estates that produced them. Someone approaches you offering help and you blurt out, “Oh, I know what I want.” You quickly grab a bottle but you have no idea why you did that.
That [...]

It’s not easy being green. Just ask some of our purportedly environmentally conscious celebrities like Al Gore and Leonardo DiCaprio. Despite their best efforts to raise awareness, even they have a hard time leading by example.
See which of your favorite stars have been called out as environmental hypocrites.
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With all the buzz surrounding environmental issues lately, celebrities are taking a strong stance on protecting Mother Nature. Celebs like Leonardo DiCaprio and Cameron Diaz are making headlines for their commitment to eco-friendly causes, from solar roof panels to organic fashion lines.
Did you know that Charlize Theron opts for an EcoLimo when stepping out to [...]

There’s no use denying it. Short of travelling by Space Shuttle, flying is the worst way of getting from A to B as far as contributing to climate change is concerned. Although there is considerable debate about exactly how much of humanity’s global greenhouse gas output is due to airplanes, the aviation industry is widely [...]

At what temperature must I drink my wine? I have heard this question a lot and the Wine Advocate had the answer to this question.
Ever been told that you can’t drink your red wine with ice or your white wine at room temperature? Here’s how you should answer those guys… “It’s my wine and I [...]

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Please visit our stand at the Cape Country Picnic Festival and samples our easy-drinking Arniston Bay wines.
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Dates:
Friday 13 February 18:00 – 12:00�
Saturday 14 February 10:00 – 16:00; 18:00 – 23:00
Sunday 15 February 10:00 – 16:00
You may bring your own blanket and umbrella, and there will be plenty of food and wine stalls so that [...]

Valentine’s Day is a minefield. Whether you’re single or hooked-up the potential for misery is high because, much like New Year’s Eve, it rarely lives up to its reputation.
For the single ladies
1. Don’t fall into the trap of believing that because there won’t be some significant other mailing you a mass-produced cardboard sentiment this year, [...]

If you’re going out for a nice meal this Valentine’s Day, and expect to drink wine, these five tips could help you save money. And embarrassment.

1)    Go for the unfamiliar varietals. Not Chardonnay, not Cabernet Sauvignon. Those have been marked up more because more people order them. Order the blends or lesser known varietals. [...]

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With Valentine’s Day come sweet indulgences, but a University of Michigan researcher says that extravagances like chocolate, wine and romance can turn out to be really good for your heart, if taken in moderation.
Dr. Steven F. Bolling, professor of cardiac surgery at the U-M medical school, says that tart cherries, grapes and wine have components [...]

The Fashion Police , unlike Chris Brown and Rihanna , were as usual present at the Grammy awards. Celeb critic Kimberly Couzens gave a few thumbs up and a few “please-do-not-try-this-fashion-at-home” comments.
 Thumbs up: Katy Perry in Basil Soda. She looks great in pink, her legs are covered, and she stayed true to her personal style [...]

If you’re frying a steak and mindful of your health, then marinate it in either beer or red wine. So say food scientists who measured amounts of a family of carcinogens found in fried steaks after steeping them in booze.
Cooking food increases levels of cancer-causing compounds called heterocyclic amines (HAs). Fried and grilled meat are [...]

You’ve all heard them: dieting is easy. Just cut out fats and carbs, eat lots of popcorn and drink lots of fruit juice. Welcome to the Land of Diet Myths. Annchen Weideman, consultant dietician at the Vincent Pallotti Hospital in Cape Town, gives us the lowdown:
1. Drink lots of fruit juice, as long as it’s [...]

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A study in Denmark found that wine drinkers tend to purchase healthier food than beer drinkers.
Wine drinkers tend to buy healthier food than beer drinkers, according to a Danish study published on the website of a weekly medical review.
People who bought wine at the store were also more likely to buy more olives, fruits and [...]

The celebration of love will be here in just a few days! Candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of Saint Valentine.
According to legend the good Saint Valentine was a martyr for love, flaunting the marital ban of a militaristic emperor, to wed young soldiers and their maids secretly, [...]

A London restaurant has come up with a novel idea to drum up custom in the economic downturn: letting customers decide how much they want to pay for their meal.
The Little Bay restaurant in Farringdon is offering the all-you-can-eat deal for the rest of this month, to cater for credit crunch hit workers from the [...]

Wine is a very mysterious drink. This is also the reason why the wine enthusiasts are fascinated no end by the multitude of flavours, all coming from just one fruit – grapes.
There are, however, many misconceptions and even myths that need to be cleared before anyone can go to the next level in terms of [...]

South African wine brand Arniston Bay has reported a 35% rise in revenue in the UK for 2008.
Volumes grew at a faster pace, increasing by 37% for the 52 weeks ended 29 December, said Arniston Bay today (30 January), citing Nielsen figures.
Brand owner The Company of Wine People said the growth underlined Arniston Bay’s revival [...]

“In their former life, lamb shanks were non-glam comfort zone family fare. Happily, the world has rediscovered the joy of meat slow-cooked to the point where it literally falls off the bone,” said renowned foodie Lannice Snyman.
This meal is complemented by a medium-bodied red wine such as a Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot.
Enjoy this meal with [...]

Arniston Bay is making it a little easier to add a touch of romance and woo your date this Valentine’s Day.
Simply come enjoy a glass of our award-winning wines at the Cape Picnic Festival, purchase a bottle (or two, or three), and you stand the chance to win a romantic weekend away for you and [...]

Last year wine judges in South Africa came under scrutiny as wine writers (especially Neil Pendock) questioned the merit, objectivity and consistency of wine judging during competitions. �
US wine judges are now also being subjected to scrutiny. A recent study found that only 10%  the judges (in a respected and long-standing tasting competition) were able to [...]