Dragonridge is a boutique winery which forms part of Fynbos Estate, a corner of paradise close to Cape Town.

And to discover off-the-beaten-track destinations,. And stylish, but quirky accommodation. And excited to discover alternative destinations. And to hit the road less travelled! How It All Began. It was back in 2011 when we were on a road trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town and failing to find a guide to off-the-beaten-track places.

Lesley Charnock to host another workshop. Lesley Charnock recently hosted a landscape painting workshop in the Riebeek Valley, it was an overwhelming success and will be followed by another one at the end of October. There are still limited spaces available so should you be interested please contact Lesley for details. The days I spent last week in Riebeek Kasteel were magic! With love, Wynnie.

Tourism Grading Council of South Africa. We invite you to come experience the quiet, peaceful, environment of 1881 Guest House at Shiraz Estate, Riebeek Kasteel. Apart from the old-world charm, we will pamper you with a scrumptious breakfast and invite you to make use of the tranquil swimming pool. Shiraz Estate is the perfect base from which to explore the pleasures of the Riebeek and Tulbagh valleys, renown for their breathtaking scenery and beautiful wine and olive farms.

This is a celebration of the fact that beer and wine has become my GPS in non-work activities and discretionary spending. It is also a place where I can vent some of the voices in my head. I will try to be funny; will only refer to friends by a cognomen and have at least one pompous sentence per post. Monday, May 11, 2015. My first taste of what would become Van Hunks Pumpkin ale from Boston Breweries.