This blog has been nominated for SA Blog Awards in two categories, namely Best food and wine blog and the best company blog.
Thanks to everyone who nominated this blog. If you haven’t already voted, please do vote for us. It’s easy. Click on the banner on the right of the page. Scroll down.  Fill in your [...]

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Arniston Bay is always been associated with the unwinding in tranquillity and we are set to continue this chill vibe at the forthcoming Women’s Show.

Shows and exhibitions can take its toll and really tire you out and that is why laid back brand , Arniston Bay  Wines,  decided to be the ‘Unwind Haven’  for visitors [...]

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This week is one of South Africa’s premier wine events as the 32nd Mercury Wine Week is hosted at Suncoast in Durban from 25-26 August.
This event is seen as one of Durban’s most popular social gatherings and organisers expect more than  5000 visitors this year.
This is always a great event and please join us for [...]

South Africa has won over many fans for the hosting a great World Cup in the middle of our winter. Now you can stand a chance to visit this amazing country in the summer for an unforgettable beach holiday
You will also have a chance to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and [...]

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Sometimes you need some colour in life. The winter can be so gloomy and colourless and that is  why I decided it’s time for a colourful sosatie.�
This is a great recipe and it serves 4 comfortably.�
Recommended wine: The Arniston Bay Shiraz will definitely complement this meal�
Grilled Lamb Sosatie Recipe�
Ingredients �
2 medium green bell peppers, cut [...]

Robyn MacLarty’s amazing salad recipe got the nod for recipe of the month. She is the our first SA food blogger winner with this stunning dish and post.
This recipe looks so delicious and the way she presents it on her blog ( KOEK! ) makes your mouth water.
Recommended wine: This salad will be perfectly complemented [...]

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 We are giving away monthly wine prizes to South African food bloggers.
The best recipe or food blog post of the month will win wine prizes from Arniston Bay Wines.
How do you enter?
-          Post the URL  link of your recipe on our Facebook page
-          Use Twitter  – send URL links to @arnistonbay �
-          All entries on South African [...]

Keep Flying is a simple idea. An idea that matters. And an idea that belongs to all of us .It believes that its all of our responsibility to fly the flag. Every South African Brand; Every South African, and to recognize what the flag symbolizes: Us, and our unity.
A unity that brought the World’s Greatest [...]

The World Cup is drawing to a close as Sunday’s final between Spain and Holland will mark the end of this amazing show. It is going to be a titanic battle between these two European super teams. To give the night a Spanish flavour try this interesting and delicious Spanish recipe.
Recipe: Spanish Chicken and Rice
Serves [...]

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Frank Lampard hit the proverbial woodwork in his famous goal that never was against the German soccer team. Mexico was also on the wrong end of an offside decision and it seems that Fifa is now singing a different tune as the referees, who made blatant errors, are being “red carded” and sent home.
To show [...]

The ever popular Stellenbosch Wine Festival has taken a different format this year as festival goers will be visiting the farms. The wines from the company of winepeopleTM have arranged a lovely programme and activities for festival goers.
Bring the family and come and enjoy some of the best wines in one of the most beautiful [...]

World Cup organisers moved on Thursday to ensure Bloemfontein bars were stocked with enough booze as the city braced for an invasion of thousands of thirsty England and Germany fans.
George Mohlakoana, chief executive of the Mangaung Local Organising Committee, said up to 25 000 English fans and up to 10 000 German supporters were expected [...]

The songs and cheers of the England supporters were absolutely amazing as the English booked their place in the knock-out phases.
It was fantastic to experience the English supporters at last night’s game. It was also  great to see thousands of South Africans cheering for England and hopefully they can go all the way.
England midfielder Frank [...]

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England is playing Slovenia in a do-or die World Cup tie and all the eyes and hopes will be on the game in Port Elizabeth. I hope England will come out victorious as a number of Brits are here to support their team and experience our lovely country.
England and the English have a vast history [...]

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On Wednesday Bafana Bafana takes on Uruguay in a crucial World Cup match and to get into the global (World Cup) spirit I found this amazing Uruguayan recipe.  �
Uruguay shares much of the Argentine tradition of meat and lots of it. Asados of lamb and beef are a staple, and a chivito is a popular steak [...]

This weekend the Mexicans will take on South Africa in the opening game of the Soccer World Cup. I think it will be great to make something Mexican this weekend.
This recipe is so easy and delicious and your guests may even do a Mexican wave after this lovely meal
Recommended wine: To make it a South [...]

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Even though all women are affected with MCD – Manolo Compulsive Disorder – most don’t take things to Imelda Marcos extremes. But who’s to say that, with the resources, time and shelf space, they wouldn’t?
According to a UK study, British women possess £637 million (R8 billion) worth of high heels that they have never worn. [...]

Stand a chance to win double tickets to The Wine Show Jo’burg which will be held at The Coca Cola Dome from 4-6 June 2010.
If you want to win the tickets and you’re living area and able to attend, all you have to do is leave a comment on our Facebook page or upload a [...]

One for the ladies!
To celebrate the release of the Sex and the City movie sequal, Arniston Bay are offering a chance to win one of two hampers to the value of R500!
The hampers include a pedicure set, Sex & the City 1 DVD and a case Arniston Bay bubbly.
To enter visit:  winemag.co.za  �
Remember:
You can also [...]

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Haul out your beloved heels, and huddle your girlfriends closer! Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte and Samantha are stepping out in style again on the big screen for the Sex and the City movie sequel. And now, Arniston Bay is giving you even more reason to celebrate: simply show us why you’re head over heels for Arniston [...]

The United Kingdom tends to function as a litmus test for international wine markets.
The island nation has a long history of wine appreciation and is credited with creating the prestigious Master of Wine program as well as WSET — the Wine and Spirits Education Trust.
Wine is part of daily life in the U.K. and brands [...]

More men are starting to drink rosé wine as drier styles become more fashionable, according to leading UK supermarket buyers and suppliers.
The growing popularity of food and wine matching is also helping the rosé category to attract more male drinkers, according to Pierpaolo Petrassi MW, Tesco’s senior product development manager for wine, who said the [...]

South Africa boasts some of the finest beaches in the world. From the pristine coastal stretch of Cape Vidal in KwaZulu-Natal to the Eastern Cape’s famous Wild Coast, from the penguin colony of Boulders Beach to sun-drenched Camps Bay in the Western Cape.
Although our football team is not the best in world… when it comes [...]

South Africa has overtaken France to become the fourth largest selling country for wine in the UK.
Latest figures from market analysts AC Nielsen show sales of South African wines have overtaken French for the first time in the UK wine market.
South African wine sales grew 20 percent, by volume, to 12,270,000 9L cases, compared to [...]

The traditional dinners that many people prepare for their Easter holiday meal consist of either roasted lamb or baked ham. The tradition of roast lamb actually dates back to biblical times, to a meal that was commonly referred to as the “sacrificial lamb,” while the baked ham is an American tradition that began more out [...]

The first SA Food bloggers conference was a wonderful day and will definitely become an annual event.
South African Food bloggers came together at the Cook’s Playground in Cape Town and it was amazing to meet (in person) some of the legends of SA food Blogging.
It was incredible to have online food personalities like  [...]

We’re having another Market Day wine sale at our Welmoed cellar door in Stellenbosch.

Dates: Thursday 25 March to Saturday 27 March 2010
Venue: Welmoed Cellar door. Here are the directions: Directions to Welmoed
The following wines will be on sale:

If you’d like more details regarding the sale, please contact our cellar door directly on 021 881 [...]

England has one of its best chances to win the World Cup at this year’s FIFA World Cup in South Africa. The English clubs are dominating forces in Europe and the squad will be full of superstars.
For off-licences, the prospect is for increased beer sales, and with the tournament taking place in one of the [...]

In the past, people relied mainly on traditional media to gain access to a vast array of topics. The worldwide blogosphere has revolutionised the way we communicate and has opened up channels for debate, news, entertainment and general socialising. Blogs offer a more personal communication and interaction with the blog (information portal) and its consumer.
Arniston [...]

South African wine companies dominated the results of the inaugural Drinks Business Green Awards in London.
Dr Paul Cluver, founder of Paul Cluver Wines, received arguably the highest accolade, winning the Lifetime Achievement Award, for his ongoing, visionary approach to conservation and exemplary environmental credentials. Dr. Cluver is also the Chairman of the company of wine [...]

Congratulations to Joanita Christie and Derek Mitchell

Their Facebook comments were judge to be the best and they have each won an Arniston Bay wine hamper.

Out of the way boys! This one’s for the girls! Cape Town girls looking for a dazzling night out will get the opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and be care-free by filling their glasses with the fresh, crisp wine and enjoy the 5FM Girls’ Night Out, coming to the Cape [...]

South Africa continues to rank as the fastest-growing wine category in the UK.
New data shows, and Wines of SA (Wosa) CEO Su Birch believes exports of packaged wines could grow 10% in volume this year, provided the rand doesn’t strengthen materially.
Sales figures released by AC Nielsen for the UK, South Africa’s biggest wine export destination, [...]

As South Africa continues to defy the global economic downturn by annually lifting the export of its packaged wines, it is making concerted moves to lower the weight of its wine bottles and so maintain its status as one of the world’s most eco-progressive winemaking nations and a leader in production integrity.
From this year, 750-ml [...]

South African wine has achieved the largest increase in UK market share during 2009, according to the latest Nielsen figures.
Its performance takes the country from 10.4% of the off-trade market to 12.3% in the year to December 26, 2009.
The South African category also grew 24% by value and 23% by volume in the same [...]

Lifestyle brand Arniston Bay is proud to announce that it will be the wine sponsor at the 5FM Girls Night Out party.
This event will be held at the Cape Town Convention Centre on Friday 19 February and promises to be a great night.  The party will again be hosted by Sureshnie Rider, fashion shows by [...]

Braai (or BBQ) is a big part of the South African summer and various social events and gatherings consists of a braai.
But what is the right sort of wine to offer at a braai? Let’s get one thing straight: there isn’t a right sort! The wine you choose for your braai should be one that [...]

South Africa’s wine industry expects increased global sales in 2010, although the strong and volatile rand threatens its long-term prospects. This is according to Su Birch, CEO of  Wines of South Africa
The sector expects the 2010 Fifa World Cup – which kicks off on June 11 – to boost sales hurt by a global economic [...]

Drinking and Driving over the Festive Season? Then it’s time to ask Goodfellas to the party.
Cathy Marston writes  “Sadly, I realise that this is not the norm here in SA. The drink-driving stats in this country are horrendous with alcohol being blamed for 50% of the 18,000 deaths on our roads every year – yes, [...]

In the year to end-October South Africans have scaled down their wine and brandy consumption, but in export markets more South African wine has flowed from bottles than in the previous corresponding period.
A statement issued by Yvette van der Merwe, managing executive of SA Wine Industry Information & Systems (Sawis), reported that domestic sales of [...]

Christmas is about excess and extravagance – the glittering decorations, mountain of gifts at the bottom of the dusty, plastic tree and numerous dishes of traditional Christmas fare are all part of what makes Christmas so divine and decadent.
Christmas is also made special by the fact that we actually stop to spend time with one [...]

With the eyes of the world on Cape Town for the 2010 World Cup draw it seems that FIFA is overwhelmed by the Mother City.
In an article on the official FIFA website , comments on the beauty of Cape Town and the surrounding attractions are stated . It states that “Cape Town’s popularity [...]

According to a recent Telegraph article South Africa’s wines are improving in leaps and bounds and there has been a dramatic increase in quality.
South Africa is currently the world’s ninth largest wine producer with more than 600 wineries and 6,000 wines. It is the fastest growing wine-supplying country in Britain, with a 12.1 per cent [...]

Last year the Californian wine industry got a shot in the arm when the film ‘Bottle Shock’ told the stories of the blind Paris wine tasting of 1976 that has come to be known as “Judgment of Paris”. This event put Californian wine on the map and the movie reminded consumers of the quality wine [...]

Wines of South Africa (WOSA) is planning a series of international braai festivals, a World Cup for sommeliers, and a range of other novel initiatives to highlight abroad South Africa’s hosting of the 2010 World Cup. 

The braai festivals, to be held in key export destinations such as the UK, Holland, Germany, Scandinavia and countries in [...]

Arniston Bay wines sponsored the wine for the launch of Top Billing’s latest initiative, Top Travel, in Johannesburg to ensure everyone toasts the journey presenters Jeannie D and Janez Vermeiren are embarking on.
the company of wine peopleTM’s Executive Director of Sales and Marketing, Chris O’Shea, says, “We are proud to be sponsoring our easy-drinking, lifestyle [...]

A roast rack of Karoo lamb is just the right dish to prepare on Heritage Day. This dish maybe time consuming to prepare but the result is an amazingly delicious dish which is well worth the effort.
To keep within the heritage theme, serve this meal with a uniquely South African Pinotage. The Arniston Bay Pinotage [...]

The dynamic South African wine brand, Arniston Bay, is continuing its great performance in the UK market. AC Nielsen figures reveal that Arniston Bay off-trade sales are up 30% by value and 31% by volume, making the brand one of the fastest growing in the UK.
Barney Davis, brand and business development manager for [...]

South African wine personality, Michael Olivier, was full of praise for the Arniston Bay Pinotage Rosé.
He said: “This is a classical Pinotage Rosé. It’s got just the most wonderful red fruity berry nose. There is also a little bit of Muscat and delicious strawberry. The wine has a lovely crisp tangy dry finish. Great with [...]