FOOD STORIES
Where grapes meet grains
Tradition, terroir and treats Tucked in the heart of the breathtaking Franschhoek Valley, La Motte Wine Estate is a place where heritage, craftsmanship and natural ...
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BEHIND THE SCENES AT JAN FRANSCHHOEK
AN INTERVIEW WITH JAN FRANSCHHOEK HEAD CHEF LARA VAN HEERDEN As JAN Franschhoek closes the door on a spectacular third season in the beautiful Cape ...
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Grape expectations
Stellenzicht Cabernet Sauvignon is a wonderful food wine thanks to its phenomenal flavour and high tannin content which pairs well with countless dishes.
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A JOURNEY IN A GLASS
Like a whisper in a glass, delicate and elusive, yet rich with stories of the soil, De Grendel’s Op die Berg Pinot Noir 2021 takes you ...
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The Signature of All Things
The essence of creativity and craftsmanship is captured beautifully in the realms of high-end perfumes and culinary arts. Bvlgari's Omnia Crystalline Eau de Parfum and ...
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WE ALL COME FROM SOMEWHERE
A Sip of Syrah and a Bite of Biltong In the heart of South Africa’s Kouebokkeveld region is Op die Berg, where winters bring snow-dusted ...
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The Signature of All Things
The essence of creativity and craftsmanship is captured beautifully in the realms of high-end perfumes and culinary arts. Bvlgari’s Omnia Crystalline Eau de Parfum and Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen’s culinary masterpieces are perfect examples of this union.
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER WITH FORAGE AND FEAST
Nothing says “you’re so welcome here” more than a perfectly dressed bed, and no one knows how to do that more beautifully than Granny Goose.
NEWS STORIES
FESTIVE FORAGE AND FEAST CELEBRATIONS
JAN Franschhoek has once again returned to the centuries old Veepos cottage in the middle of a lavender field on the spectacular La Motte Wine ...
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JOYFUL DINING
JAN Franschhoek has once again returned to the centuries old Veepos cottage in the middle of a lavender field on the spectacular La Motte Wine ...
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The Beautiful Life, Italian Style
For Volume 12 of JAN Journal, Jan Hendrik invites readers to join him on a personal journey across Italy, soaking up Italians’ love for life ...
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10 Years of Restaurant JAN
This street. The stories it could tell. The first time I turned a corner onto Rue Lascaris, I was still working as a chef on ...
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Boland Banquet
One of the many perks of working for the JAN brand is that you get a lot of first glances – you see every Journal ...
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Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen Becomes WWF Ambassador
South African Michelin-star chef, broadcaster and publisher Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen has entered into a partnership with the World Wildlife Fund.
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LIFESTYLE STORIES
How fine dining set sail
Business travel can be exhilarating, but it comes with its own set of challenges. From navigating new cities to adapting to different cultures, preparation is ...
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BEHIND THE SCENES AT JAN FRANSCHHOEK
AN INTERVIEW WITH JAN FRANSCHHOEK HEAD CHEF LARA VAN HEERDEN As JAN Franschhoek closes the door on a spectacular third season in the beautiful Cape ...
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Grape expectations
Stellenzicht Cabernet Sauvignon is a wonderful food wine thanks to its phenomenal flavour and high tannin content which pairs well with countless dishes.
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5 LESSONS LEARNED THROUGH TRAVELLING
Business travel can be exhilarating, but it comes with its own set of challenges. From navigating new cities to adapting to different cultures, preparation is ...
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A JOURNEY IN A GLASS
Like a whisper in a glass, delicate and elusive, yet rich with stories of the soil, De Grendel’s Op die Berg Pinot Noir 2021 takes you ...
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FESTIVE FORAGE AND FEAST CELEBRATIONS
JAN Franschhoek has once again returned to the centuries old Veepos cottage in the middle of a lavender field on the spectacular La Motte Wine ...
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TRAVEL STORIES
How fine dining set sail
Business travel can be exhilarating, but it comes with its own set of challenges. From navigating new cities to adapting to different cultures, preparation is ...
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Back to basics
Sometimes less is more This week I finally got my fingers into the soil and planted the first batch of veggies for the season. It’s ...
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Lighting the way with flavour
Cooking with fire will spark your inspiration South Africans rejoice! The rest of the world is catching up to what we’ve known all along, that ...
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5 LESSONS LEARNED THROUGH TRAVELLING
Business travel can be exhilarating, but it comes with its own set of challenges. From navigating new cities to adapting to different cultures, preparation is ...
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WHERE LUXURY, ART AND BEAUTY CONVERGE
I thought Ellerman House was perfect before, but after a recent soft refurb it was lovely to visit again and see how they have ...
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Pioneering Life’s Journeys
Guided by the innovative financial solutions of RMB, I find each step of my pioneering journey more fulfilling.
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STORIES ABOUT PEOPLE
Where grapes meet grains
Tradition, terroir and treats Tucked in the heart of the breathtaking Franschhoek Valley, La Motte Wine Estate is a place where heritage, craftsmanship and natural ...
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Back to basics
Sometimes less is more This week I finally got my fingers into the soil and planted the first batch of veggies for the season. It’s ...
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Lighting the way with flavour
Cooking with fire will spark your inspiration South Africans rejoice! The rest of the world is catching up to what we’ve known all along, that ...
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Special Mother’s Day Memories
Jan Hendrik’s Mother reveals special Mother's Day memories and how Jan Hendrik made every year unforgettable.
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Feasting with inspirational women
A Look at Women Who Inspire Us Starting from a chef trainee and working her way up the kitchen ranks to become Group Executive Chef ...
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Feasting in Franschhoek
An interview with JAN Group Executive Chef Antro Davel The opening of JAN Franschhoek marks an exciting new chapter for the JAN team, and is ...
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