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6 Chocolate tasting experiences to enjoy over the long weekend (and beyond)

With Easter just around the corner, we have compiled a list of delicious chocolate- related activities to take part in with the family over the public holidays, or on any day. Treat yourself

Take a trip around the World with Glasshouse Fragrances and candles

Fragrance aficionado Nicole Eckels launched Glasshouse Fragrances in 2006 from a spark of imagination and belief in the power of fragrance to transform the everyday.

The Annual Luxe Restaurant Awards winners have been announced

The prestigious awards, which honour the finest contributions to the South African restaurantindustry, were announced on 29 March

Local meets London: Kudu Collective Brings South African Flavour to South London

This family-run collective owns successful South African-style eateries and the new Kudu on the block, Kudu Grill, has grabbed our attention

Small Hotel, Big Break: Luxury goes green at Spanish Farm Guest Lodge

For the eco-conscious looking for a high-end retreat, this mountainside gem perfectly pairs sustainability and comfort

Cape Verde’s Secluded Luxury Holiday Villas

Barefoot Luxury Villas are nestled along the rocky rolling hills of this hidden West African paradise’s archipelagos

Veuve Clicquot Brunch Series

In its second year, the hugely popular Veuve Clicquot Brunch Series is back by popular demand and offers a leisurely day out in the beautiful Paarl-Franschhoek Valley – only 45 minutes from Cape Town – that ticks the sports, style and culinary boxes.

Small Hotel, Big Break: Why the Alphen Boutique Hotel & Spa has even more to love

For romance or relaxation, this ideally situated, historic spot now boasts some enticing upgrades

The small-town getaway you never knew you needed

Two hours – and a whole universe – outside of Cape Town, the sleepy (for now) town of McGregor is the perfect escape

A thoughtfully restored fisherman’s cottage by La Grange Interiors founder Sumari Krige

An ode to the wild beauty of the West Coast, this calming space in Varswaterbaai tells an authentically South African design story

The most romantic picnic spots in South Africa – just in time for Valentine’s Day

Grab some strawberries and cream (and don’t forget the sunscreen) – this Valentine’s Day we’re dining al fresco

4 Ways to travel more sustainably

Sustainable tourism entails travellers taking trips that actively do more good than they are having a negative impact

6 Design hotels to check into in 2022

Besides literal time and space, each of these design destinations boasts unique features that set them worlds apart

Dinner at Zioux: Inside Joburg's Afro-Art Nouveau Escape

David Higgs and Gary Kyriacou have opened their third ultra-cool city hotspot where they serve big flavours, escapism and formidable signature cocktails

Letter from the Editor

House & Garden South Africa Editor-in-Chief, Piet Smedy, introduces the February/March 2022 issue

5 Reasons to pick up the latest House & Garden issue now

A sneak peek into House & Garden South Africa’s February/March 2022 issue where we explore the art of creating a sanctuary at home and more

Gourmet experiences and 9 other wine trends to watch in 2022

Fine wine merchant James Pietersen has shared his top 10 wine trend predictions for the new year

6 Balinese destinations with serious style cred

These hotels in the Indonesian island’s trendiest towns offer immersive experiences for travellers with design on their mind