Fortified food e’Pap is a finalist for a global social innovation award, acknowledging the benefits that this remarkable, homegrown foodstuff has for nutrition.

As an avid fan of old SA wines I was exceptionally excited to get an invite to “a Landmark” vertical (various different vintages) tasting of the range of wines from Kanonkop held at the Travellers Club on Pall Mall

Aletia Upstairs spent an evening in high society at the Decanter World Wine Awards, a lavish London ceremony where South Africa took joint second place of countries awarded international trophies, along with Spain and Chile.

Called the Avozilla, this avocado variety is extremely rare and comes from just four trees grown by one of the world’s biggest suppliers of avocados, in South Africa.

He simply looks at it; all territorial like for your car is one of a ‘harem’ of cars he looks at.

Over the Barrel | In South Africa, Pinot Grigios are lighter bodied with a crisp, refreshing taste of subtropical and stone fruit with some spicy notes.

Watch the video clip of Bryan Habana running against the mighty A380 on a runway in England and help it to reach 2 million views, at which point British Airways will donate flights worth over R60,000 to FoodBank South Africa, which will be auctioned to raise funds.

The transaction, which was completed for an undisclosed amount in July, marks the first occurrence of a Chinese multinational investing in South Africa’s vineyards.

Raging Bull Meats, who won in the category of Best Flavoured Biltong at the Biltong Awards last year, have been producing South African style meats for over 4 years. Up until now they have been supplying online customers and a number of restaurants and deli’s throughout the UK, but they’re just about to open a retail shop in North London.

Jonette Seeby, who inherited her flair for cooking from her colourful and talented grandmother in South Africa, tells us the story behind her UK restaurant Cape Grand.

South Africans in London are invited to an evening with some special South African wines, classic SA food and good chat on Thursday 18 July 2013 at the Cape Grand Cafe & Restaurant.

South Africans rave about their first taste of Steers in London.

St Marcus Fine Foods and Revolution Wines, in partnership with South African Tourism, joined Taste of London and challenged foodies with South African favourites.

OVER THE BARREL | Syrah and Shiraz are eternally popular in South Africa and as South African exports due to the excellent pairing they make with favourite South African dishes like bredies, stews and braai meat.

A Feast of Friends at the Tate Modern in London aims to break down the boundaries between people and promote a greater understanding of the idea that we are interconnected, exploring the African notion of togetherness, Ubuntu.

Steers London opened its doors for trading on 30 June. To celebrate its UK arrival Steers will give away 1,000 Burgers and Cokes at the official opening (terms and conditions apply) on Saturday 6 July from 12pm to 6pm.

The robust Pinotage, South Africa’s signature cultivar, combines a robust smoky/earthy flavour with tropical fruit. Perfect for winter!

As South African wines become ever more competitive, a group of small, exclusive wine producers joined together to promote the best of South African grapes in London

Soon you will be able to have a Steers burger and chips in London!

OVER THE BARREL | Pinot Noir originates from Burgundy & Champagne in France. In South Africa it is a light to medium bodied red wine depending on the degree of wood maturation. It’s more of a “feminine” red wine as opposed to the more “masculine” Cabernet Sauvignon.

Want to spoil your dad for Father’s Day? Shaka Zulu is offering a special African themed lunch menu on Sunday 16 June.

Famous London restaurant Shaka Zulu is offering champagne, oysters and oyster infused cocktails including the Oyster Shot, a favourite in Knysna, South Africa, and the Smoked Vodka Oyster Martini with a pouring of chilled smoked vodka.

Chardonnay is an outstanding grape variety used in the famous white wines of Burgundy in France. They are usually wooded, full bodied and long lasting. Because of the high fruit acids in Chardonnay these wines have the potential to age very well.

OVER THE BARREL | Four South African Cabernet Sauvignons to enjoy

A South African couple living in the Surrey hills have launched their new English Sparkling Wine, High Clandon Queen’s Jubilee Cuvée, which scored a 17 out of 20 from wine critic Richard Hemming.