SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY

In this heartwarming and inspiring episode, I sit down with children’s book author, illustrator and publishing powerhouse Kelly Kaschula – the creative force behind the Brave Kids series: Short Stories to Inspire Our Future World-Changers . With Volume 3 that launched on June 3, 2025 , Kelly shares the story behind this global anthology project that brings together authors from around the world to...

Gaynor Neill from Cruise Vacations sits down with host, Renate Engelbrecht, sharing some must-know insights about luxury cruising. If you’re a sun-seeker keen on escaping the South African winter, this episode is for you! At the same time, snow-seekers will also walk away with some handy tips from this episode, so hit play and start planning your next adventure! Website: https://www.cruise-vacatio...

Having been on various safari experiences, here are my tips, tricks and suggestions on what to pack for safari. #safaristyle #safari #packing #travel #outfitideas #whattopack #suitcaseandchardonnay

When filming wildlife, a whole new way of 'going on safari' unfolds. Here, in the Timbavati, you get to see the bush from a whole new perspective with the expert guidance of Too Wild, based at Amaya Lodge. Apart from staying in pure quiet luxury, you get to slow down on safari, but on a whole new level. You get to take in all the beauty of the bush - from every hue of an African sunrise to...

Today, we're diving into South Africa's Secret Season - that magical window from May to September when the bushveld comes alive in unexpected ways. Think crisp mornings, golden sunsets and wildlife congregating around waterholes. Visiting safari lodges during the Secret Season has its perks. The cooler temperatures mean more active wildlife during the day and the sparse vegetation offers u...

We’re joined by a truly inspiring South African: One of the two braai kings of Kokkedoor Vuur & Vlam — Lourens Engelbrecht . Together with his braai partner, Johan de Villiers from the boutique winery, Klein Roosboom , they took home the end prize, wowed the judges and stole the hearts of viewers across the country — and Lourens took time off from his busy schedule to tell us all about it! Wat...

We dive into the golden glow of autumn and the wines that are perfect for sipping through the season. I’m joined by a guest who truly understands flavour, balance and the beauty of a good pour - Moses Magwaza. Moses is the sommelier at Prosopa Restaurant, one of Pretoria and South Africa’s finest Greek restaurants. SHOW NOTES GIVEAWAY: You can WIN a Winemakers Lunch for two at the Rust en Vrede Ta...

My guest, Amanda Wiggill and I unpack all things skinny jeans (and other jeans), how to style them and which jeans you need to have in your wardrobe this season. This fashion podcast episode breaks it all down with pro styling tips,runway inspo and real-life outfit ideas. Perfect for lovers of lifestyle, fashion and capsule wardrobes. In addition, you can WIN with Suitcase & Chardonnay and Pan...

Visit Suitcase & Chardonnay here: https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/ Follow Suitcase & Chardonnay on Instagram: @suitcaseandchardonnayhttps://www.instagram.com/suitcaseandchardonnay/ Find a short introduction to Slow Living here: https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/what-is-slow-living/ | COMPETITION |Enter and WIN Brianna Wiest’s book, The Mountain is You (and other books in her...

I recently stayed in Stellenbosch, also known as South Africa’s City of Oaks. The Southern Sun De Wagen was my base for two days from which I explored the beautiful town. Located just off Dorp Street, which is South Africa’s longest residential street and the old wagon way to Cape Town, the hotel offered not only a glimpse into the past, but also the perfect spot from which I could submerge myself...

Seebamboes is a brand-new restaurant on Harrington Street in Cape Town, adamant to restore Surf & Turf's bad rap. I sat down with chef-restaurateur, Anouchka Horn and Chef Adel Hughes to learn more about the inspiration behind this 16-seater restaurant. If you're looking for an eatery where nostalgia is the name of the game, this is it!

Spier's Cellarmaster, Johan Jordaan recently received the award of Chenin Blanc Master Winemaker at the Master Winemaker 100 awards in Paris. I sit down with him in Spier's beautiful Soil Room, to find out more about the awards and his love for Chenin Blanc. Visit Spier's website here for more info on their beautiful new Soil Room, and to book a stay at their stunning new hotel: https://www.spier....