In My Kitchen
By Tšepang Molisana
In My Kitchen, no topic is off the table. Hosted by 2016 Veritas Young Wine Writer of the Year Award winner, Tšepang Molisana. I hold a WSET Level 2 and an Advanced Brandy Certificate from The Cape Wine Academy.
In I’ll bring the wine, we share news, views and information from the global food and wine industry. In Make It Pop - a book, show or film, a pop of pop culture and a pop of the cork.
The dish - someone or something delectable, that’s made the world a sweeter place.
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
In I’ll bring the wine, we share news, views and information from the global food and wine industry. In Make It Pop - a book, show or film, a pop of pop culture and a pop of the cork.
The dish - someone or something delectable, that’s made the world a sweeter place.
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
In My KitchenApr 17, 2024
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Lalela, Hear Our Stories
Episode 18: Lalela, Hear Our Stories
I’ll bring the wine: In conversation with the founders of Lalela Wines, Wade Sander and Natasha Williams.
Wade is the winemaker at Brunia and Natasha is the winemaker at Hasher Family Estate as well as the founder of Lelie van Saron
Read more about their stories news.wine.co.za/news.aspx?NEWSID=42915
Shop the story shop.molisana.co.za
Visit bruniawines.co.za
Visit Vinosity.co.za
Make it Pop: Cowboy Carter lights up the juke joint. How the 27 songs on Beyoncé’s album illuminate a 27 year career as a student of art and music
The Dish: Mmakgabo Mmapula Helen Sibid’s Ntlo e Tsamayang at the UJ Art Gallery. A transformative walkabout wine a South African art luminary with co curator Gabriel Bastf and Prof. Kim Berman
Visit arts.uj.ac.za
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
I’ll bring the wine: In conversation with the founders of Lalela Wines, Wade Sander and Natasha Williams.
Wade is the winemaker at Brunia and Natasha is the winemaker at Hasher Family Estate as well as the founder of Lelie van Saron
Read more about their stories news.wine.co.za/news.aspx?NEWSID=42915
Shop the story shop.molisana.co.za
Visit bruniawines.co.za
Visit Vinosity.co.za
Make it Pop: Cowboy Carter lights up the juke joint. How the 27 songs on Beyoncé’s album illuminate a 27 year career as a student of art and music
The Dish: Mmakgabo Mmapula Helen Sibid’s Ntlo e Tsamayang at the UJ Art Gallery. A transformative walkabout wine a South African art luminary with co curator Gabriel Bastf and Prof. Kim Berman
Visit arts.uj.ac.za
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
Apr 17, 202438:52
Episode 17: Discernment
Episode 17: Discernment
I’ll bring the wine: Renowned wine authority, Tim Atkin, MW released his 11th South Africa Report, a 319 page love letter to South African rugby, wine and weather.
We also consider his career as a wine writer and what inspires him to discover, explore and discern!
On a sunny Johannesburg day, we journeyed from the legend of the year Le Riche, to the red winemaker of the year, Raats Family Wines, to the young winemaker of the year, Tim’s cup runneth over: www.timatkin.com/
Make it Pop: Alexander Jarvis delivers the line of the Year: “discernment, I do believe you don’t.” Selling the OC splits the neighbourhood right down the middle
The Dish: The Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Protege Programme is the best in class
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
I’ll bring the wine: Renowned wine authority, Tim Atkin, MW released his 11th South Africa Report, a 319 page love letter to South African rugby, wine and weather.
We also consider his career as a wine writer and what inspires him to discover, explore and discern!
On a sunny Johannesburg day, we journeyed from the legend of the year Le Riche, to the red winemaker of the year, Raats Family Wines, to the young winemaker of the year, Tim’s cup runneth over: www.timatkin.com/
Make it Pop: Alexander Jarvis delivers the line of the Year: “discernment, I do believe you don’t.” Selling the OC splits the neighbourhood right down the middle
The Dish: The Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild Protege Programme is the best in class
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
Oct 11, 202333:01
Episode 16. What Believing Looks Like
Episode 16: This is what believing looks like
I’ll bring the wine: Renowned wine authority, Tim Atkin, MW released his tenth South Africa Report. At Strauss and Co in Johannesburg, we journeyed from the Cellar Door at Benguela Cove, to Mitchell’s Plain with Brookdale Winemaker, Kiara Scott and a dinner he shared with dynamic young winemakers in Franschhoek
To explore the report:
www.timatkin.com/
Make it Pop: Dreamgirl, Sheryl Lee Ralph’s dedicated efforts since the 1970’s culminated in an Emmy win for her role in Quinta Bronson’s Abott Elementary as teacher, Barbara Howard. Beyond the goosebump giving rendition of Diane Reeve’s Endangered Species, she reminded us to “never, ever, ever give up on you.”
The Dish: Catstreet hosted a moving fashion show at Meyersdal Eco Estate, in honour of its late founder and in support of Stepping Stone Hospice and Care Services. This ‘philosophy of care’ radiated through the support of Sugarbird Distillery, Graham Beck Family Wines, Steenberg and all who supported #CatstreetCares through their elegance and extravagance
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
I’ll bring the wine: Renowned wine authority, Tim Atkin, MW released his tenth South Africa Report. At Strauss and Co in Johannesburg, we journeyed from the Cellar Door at Benguela Cove, to Mitchell’s Plain with Brookdale Winemaker, Kiara Scott and a dinner he shared with dynamic young winemakers in Franschhoek
To explore the report:
www.timatkin.com/
Make it Pop: Dreamgirl, Sheryl Lee Ralph’s dedicated efforts since the 1970’s culminated in an Emmy win for her role in Quinta Bronson’s Abott Elementary as teacher, Barbara Howard. Beyond the goosebump giving rendition of Diane Reeve’s Endangered Species, she reminded us to “never, ever, ever give up on you.”
The Dish: Catstreet hosted a moving fashion show at Meyersdal Eco Estate, in honour of its late founder and in support of Stepping Stone Hospice and Care Services. This ‘philosophy of care’ radiated through the support of Sugarbird Distillery, Graham Beck Family Wines, Steenberg and all who supported #CatstreetCares through their elegance and extravagance
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
Sep 18, 202229:17
15. On Mentorship and Membership
Episode 15: On Membership and Mentorship
I’ll bring the wine: The 37th annual Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild (CWG) Auction takes place on 2 October 2021.
Established in 1982, the CWG is a collective of some of South Africa’s most renowned winemakers.
The CWG and its members are investing in the future, through the Cape Winemakers Guild and its Protégé Programme. Through these vehicles, Nedbank, the Guild, its members and supporters invest in the Mentorship and vital skills transfer that will empower a future generation of winemakers.
The two-week online CWG Protégé Programme Auction, hosted by Bonhams is live from 17 September-4 October.
The 2021 Nedbank CWG Auction is live on Bonhams on Bonhams on 2 October.
2021 marks the inaugural auction for Samantha O’Keefe and JD Pretorius (at Warwick). Three members sing their swan song: Jacques Borman, Jeff Grier and Jeremy Walker.
Pop of Culture: Pairing Miles Mossop’s Maximilian 2018 with an exceptional novel - His Only Wife by Peace Adzo Medie
The Dish: A tribute to Mrs Marais, whom I paid tribute to on Teacher’s Day, 5 October 2020.
A toast to the Nedbank CWG Protégé Programme and Gladys Brown, Assistant Winemaker who has been mentored by Jeremy Walker at Grangehurst
I’ll bring the wine: The 37th annual Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild (CWG) Auction takes place on 2 October 2021.
Established in 1982, the CWG is a collective of some of South Africa’s most renowned winemakers.
The CWG and its members are investing in the future, through the Cape Winemakers Guild and its Protégé Programme. Through these vehicles, Nedbank, the Guild, its members and supporters invest in the Mentorship and vital skills transfer that will empower a future generation of winemakers.
The two-week online CWG Protégé Programme Auction, hosted by Bonhams is live from 17 September-4 October.
The 2021 Nedbank CWG Auction is live on Bonhams on Bonhams on 2 October.
2021 marks the inaugural auction for Samantha O’Keefe and JD Pretorius (at Warwick). Three members sing their swan song: Jacques Borman, Jeff Grier and Jeremy Walker.
Pop of Culture: Pairing Miles Mossop’s Maximilian 2018 with an exceptional novel - His Only Wife by Peace Adzo Medie
The Dish: A tribute to Mrs Marais, whom I paid tribute to on Teacher’s Day, 5 October 2020.
A toast to the Nedbank CWG Protégé Programme and Gladys Brown, Assistant Winemaker who has been mentored by Jeremy Walker at Grangehurst
Oct 01, 202157:02
14. How Johannesburg Kept its Sparkle
Michael Fridjhon is one of the most pre-eminent thought leaders in the global wine and spirits trade.
I met with him at his offices at Reciprocal Wine Company in Johannesburg. Over a Nespresso and a box of Turkish Delight, he divulged decades worth of South African wine history, and how some of that history has been shaped by Johannesburg, Gauteng’s city of gold.
I’ll Bring the Wine: For decades, the Reciprocal Wine Company has been South Africa’s leading fine wine and spirits merchant. An importer and distributor of many of the world’s most famous wines, Reciprocal focuses mainly on family-owned properties where multi-generational experience and institutional memory ensures the commitment to a long-term vision. Accordingly, the company has become the go-to source for South African wine lovers who seek a variety of high quality, international wines, spirits, and wine accessories. These include the infamous Louis Roederer Champagne and accessories like Riedel glassware.
Michael’s razor-sharp wit made his business day column appointment reading for years. Rmb-winex has become an annual calendar event that has become a wonderful online interactive space for wine enthusiasts during the global Coronavirus pandemic. He has also been at the heart of the Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show, a prestigious competition. He was also part of the team behind The Colour of Wine, a groundbreaking book by Harriet Perlman and subsequent film directed by Akin Omotoso about the South African wine industry’s relationship with race.
A recipient of the French Chevalier de l’Ordre du Mérite Agricole, he was the Louis Roederer International Wine Columnist of the Year in 2012 and is an honorary life member of the UK's Circle of Wine Writers.
He teaches and directs the Wine Judging Academy run in association with UCT’s Graduate School of Business and has been an adviser to the South African Minister of Agriculture. He is the author, co-author or contributor to over 30 books, writes a weekly column for Business Day, contributes to various international wine publications and provides all the wine scores for WineWizard, an eminent website.
Michael Fridjhon speaks for himself, and in this conversation you’ll hear a variety of views on various topics. You’ll also hear him mention some of Johannesburg’s most preeminent artists, an array of South African winemakers and some of his personal recollections of the past - as well as a poignant view of the present.
Through my conversation with Michael, I quizzed him and he indulged me in a complex conversation about politics and economics - about culture and the cultured.
Pop of Culture and The Dish: Internationally acclaimed artist, Michael Kentridge and Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) brought Kentridge’s production of The Magic Flute to South Africa in 2007. In addition, they committed to raising funds to provide matinee performances to children from previously disadvantaged communities, free of charge.
Kentridge granted six South African wine producers the opportunity to use selected Magic Flute images for their label design.
Michael Fridjhon, who shared a long association with RMB through the RMB WineX Festival provided a shortlist of leading South African red wine cellars. The cellars selected to participate in the initiative included Hamilton Russell Vineyards, Boekenhoutskloof, Meerlust, Quoin Rock, Rustenburg and Tokara.
This was a creative initiative between the wine industry, culture and the arts which rose to meet the occasion of this significant outreach initiative.
Reciprocal Wine Company: reciprocal.co.za
Wine Wizard: winewizard.co.za
WineX: winex.co.za
I met with him at his offices at Reciprocal Wine Company in Johannesburg. Over a Nespresso and a box of Turkish Delight, he divulged decades worth of South African wine history, and how some of that history has been shaped by Johannesburg, Gauteng’s city of gold.
I’ll Bring the Wine: For decades, the Reciprocal Wine Company has been South Africa’s leading fine wine and spirits merchant. An importer and distributor of many of the world’s most famous wines, Reciprocal focuses mainly on family-owned properties where multi-generational experience and institutional memory ensures the commitment to a long-term vision. Accordingly, the company has become the go-to source for South African wine lovers who seek a variety of high quality, international wines, spirits, and wine accessories. These include the infamous Louis Roederer Champagne and accessories like Riedel glassware.
Michael’s razor-sharp wit made his business day column appointment reading for years. Rmb-winex has become an annual calendar event that has become a wonderful online interactive space for wine enthusiasts during the global Coronavirus pandemic. He has also been at the heart of the Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show, a prestigious competition. He was also part of the team behind The Colour of Wine, a groundbreaking book by Harriet Perlman and subsequent film directed by Akin Omotoso about the South African wine industry’s relationship with race.
A recipient of the French Chevalier de l’Ordre du Mérite Agricole, he was the Louis Roederer International Wine Columnist of the Year in 2012 and is an honorary life member of the UK's Circle of Wine Writers.
He teaches and directs the Wine Judging Academy run in association with UCT’s Graduate School of Business and has been an adviser to the South African Minister of Agriculture. He is the author, co-author or contributor to over 30 books, writes a weekly column for Business Day, contributes to various international wine publications and provides all the wine scores for WineWizard, an eminent website.
Michael Fridjhon speaks for himself, and in this conversation you’ll hear a variety of views on various topics. You’ll also hear him mention some of Johannesburg’s most preeminent artists, an array of South African winemakers and some of his personal recollections of the past - as well as a poignant view of the present.
Through my conversation with Michael, I quizzed him and he indulged me in a complex conversation about politics and economics - about culture and the cultured.
Pop of Culture and The Dish: Internationally acclaimed artist, Michael Kentridge and Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) brought Kentridge’s production of The Magic Flute to South Africa in 2007. In addition, they committed to raising funds to provide matinee performances to children from previously disadvantaged communities, free of charge.
Kentridge granted six South African wine producers the opportunity to use selected Magic Flute images for their label design.
Michael Fridjhon, who shared a long association with RMB through the RMB WineX Festival provided a shortlist of leading South African red wine cellars. The cellars selected to participate in the initiative included Hamilton Russell Vineyards, Boekenhoutskloof, Meerlust, Quoin Rock, Rustenburg and Tokara.
This was a creative initiative between the wine industry, culture and the arts which rose to meet the occasion of this significant outreach initiative.
Reciprocal Wine Company: reciprocal.co.za
Wine Wizard: winewizard.co.za
WineX: winex.co.za
Sep 15, 202139:59
13. La Motte Masterclass
Episode 13. La Motte Masterclass
I’ll bring the wine: In the office - a cellar experience with La Motte Cellarmaster, Edmund Terblanche in Franschhoek.
Reflections on a 20 year-long career, Elim as a South African ‘jewel’, an international Sauvignon Blanc Masterclass, under the catwalk in the cellar tasting Semillon and the components of Pierneef La Motte Sauvignon Blanc, a Pierneef La Motte Sauvignon Blanc benchmark tasting and more.
Pop of Culture: Leading South African mezzo-soprano and La Motte proprietor, Hanneli Rupert-Koegelenberg, invites visitors to La Motte to an immersive cultural experience.
Classic music concerts regale guests in the historic wine cellar. In addition, the La Motte Museum hosts a permanent exhibition of South African Maestro, Pierneef’s (1886-1957) life and work. In parallel, the current exhibition, ‘Celebrating the Love of Art, a personal selection by Hanneli Rupert Koegelenberg’ is an invitation to visitors to peruse and study favourite works from her personal collection as well as the family collection. Art historian an La Motte Museum curator, Elzette de Beer provides valuable insight and anecdotes on the current and permanent exhibition.
La Motte Wine Estate | Franschhoek Valley | Franschhoek Wine Farm
The Dish: The Cape Leopard Trust is an active predator conservation working group. It uses research as a tool for conservation. La Motte’s sister property, Leopard’s Leap is taking active strides in Leopard conservation. An introduction to Pardus, a leopard’s leap wine made with passion and purpose.
leopardsleap.co.za/products/pardus
From the helm of La Motte and Leopard’s Leap, CEO Hein Koegelenberg shares insights and an invitation to visit Franschhoek and taste the finer things in life.
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
I’ll bring the wine: In the office - a cellar experience with La Motte Cellarmaster, Edmund Terblanche in Franschhoek.
Reflections on a 20 year-long career, Elim as a South African ‘jewel’, an international Sauvignon Blanc Masterclass, under the catwalk in the cellar tasting Semillon and the components of Pierneef La Motte Sauvignon Blanc, a Pierneef La Motte Sauvignon Blanc benchmark tasting and more.
Pop of Culture: Leading South African mezzo-soprano and La Motte proprietor, Hanneli Rupert-Koegelenberg, invites visitors to La Motte to an immersive cultural experience.
Classic music concerts regale guests in the historic wine cellar. In addition, the La Motte Museum hosts a permanent exhibition of South African Maestro, Pierneef’s (1886-1957) life and work. In parallel, the current exhibition, ‘Celebrating the Love of Art, a personal selection by Hanneli Rupert Koegelenberg’ is an invitation to visitors to peruse and study favourite works from her personal collection as well as the family collection. Art historian an La Motte Museum curator, Elzette de Beer provides valuable insight and anecdotes on the current and permanent exhibition.
La Motte Wine Estate | Franschhoek Valley | Franschhoek Wine Farm
The Dish: The Cape Leopard Trust is an active predator conservation working group. It uses research as a tool for conservation. La Motte’s sister property, Leopard’s Leap is taking active strides in Leopard conservation. An introduction to Pardus, a leopard’s leap wine made with passion and purpose.
leopardsleap.co.za/products/pardus
From the helm of La Motte and Leopard’s Leap, CEO Hein Koegelenberg shares insights and an invitation to visit Franschhoek and taste the finer things in life.
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
Jun 12, 202159:41
12. Red Blends with Friends
Red Blends with Friends
Episode 12. Full Circle Moments
I’ll bring the wine: An interview with Mosi Wine and Spirits’ spirited founder, Joseph Dhafana.
The red blend that inspired this episode, Meerlust Red 2019; alongside Epicurean Red 2011 and 2012; Kanonkop Paul Sauer 2017 and Boplaas Ring of Rocks 2018. In my kitchen with KWV Cathedral Cellar wines with Chef Mynhardt Joubert who paired olives and wine. Seeing significance in the seemingly insignificant.
Pop of Culture: Yaa Gyasi’s powerful novel blends history, time end circumstance in a powerfully textured tale that combines history and family. Paired with Guardian Peak 2016 SMG.
The Dish: Great Heart Wines is not only a moving empowerment project from Mullineux Leeu Family Wines, it is also a significant milestone for a young woman winemaker.
Introducing the new head of Street Smart, SA, Zaid Adams.
Episode 12. Full Circle Moments
I’ll bring the wine: An interview with Mosi Wine and Spirits’ spirited founder, Joseph Dhafana.
The red blend that inspired this episode, Meerlust Red 2019; alongside Epicurean Red 2011 and 2012; Kanonkop Paul Sauer 2017 and Boplaas Ring of Rocks 2018. In my kitchen with KWV Cathedral Cellar wines with Chef Mynhardt Joubert who paired olives and wine. Seeing significance in the seemingly insignificant.
Pop of Culture: Yaa Gyasi’s powerful novel blends history, time end circumstance in a powerfully textured tale that combines history and family. Paired with Guardian Peak 2016 SMG.
The Dish: Great Heart Wines is not only a moving empowerment project from Mullineux Leeu Family Wines, it is also a significant milestone for a young woman winemaker.
Introducing the new head of Street Smart, SA, Zaid Adams.
May 08, 202159:41
11. Rosé Works from 9-5
I’ll bring the wine: Rosé all day. The theory, history and practice of pink wine - including some moments that might make you blush
Make it Pop: Popping into Blackbrick, a vertical village in Sandton that opened its doors in November 2020. Designed to accelerate residents and club members minds, is this the hotel of the future? General Manager Njabulo and Laurice Taitz Buntman, Editor of Johannesburg in Your Pocket give us the lay of the land.
A pop of pop culture! Could you renovate an apartment on television? The Block Australia makes us curious about the reality of being a housewife on a construction site
The Dish: How Dolly Parton continues to make the world a sweeter place. A nod to her vital tribute to invaluable healthcare workers and their sacrifices during this global pandemic, during her Super Bowl Advert. Additional dues to Representative Maxine Waters during Black History month. How poet Amanda Gorman has made the world that much sweeter.
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
Make it Pop: Popping into Blackbrick, a vertical village in Sandton that opened its doors in November 2020. Designed to accelerate residents and club members minds, is this the hotel of the future? General Manager Njabulo and Laurice Taitz Buntman, Editor of Johannesburg in Your Pocket give us the lay of the land.
A pop of pop culture! Could you renovate an apartment on television? The Block Australia makes us curious about the reality of being a housewife on a construction site
The Dish: How Dolly Parton continues to make the world a sweeter place. A nod to her vital tribute to invaluable healthcare workers and their sacrifices during this global pandemic, during her Super Bowl Advert. Additional dues to Representative Maxine Waters during Black History month. How poet Amanda Gorman has made the world that much sweeter.
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
Feb 11, 202101:07:04
10. 2020 Won
Episode 10. 2020 Won
I’ll bring the wine: A year as difficult as it was damascene. In which we honour our three wineries of the year: Highlands Road, Jordan Wine Estate and Tokara Wine Estate. We also consider some of our most memorable Red, White, Sparkling, Dessert and Fortified Wines tasted in 2020, as well as some good spirits.
View the list on: tasteletsc.wordpress.com
Make it Pop: 15 television shows or specials that kept us glued to the screen even longer than a video call
The Dish: How Follow the Sugarbird and the Journey’s End Foundation have made the world a sweeter place. In a year in which we spoke the language of grief constantly and yet without fluency, we pay tribute to powerful lives and the ones they leave behind, with mention to Allan Mullins and Mam’Dorah Sitole. We also consider Representative John Lewis, and ponder the power of Good Trouble
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
I’ll bring the wine: A year as difficult as it was damascene. In which we honour our three wineries of the year: Highlands Road, Jordan Wine Estate and Tokara Wine Estate. We also consider some of our most memorable Red, White, Sparkling, Dessert and Fortified Wines tasted in 2020, as well as some good spirits.
View the list on: tasteletsc.wordpress.com
Make it Pop: 15 television shows or specials that kept us glued to the screen even longer than a video call
The Dish: How Follow the Sugarbird and the Journey’s End Foundation have made the world a sweeter place. In a year in which we spoke the language of grief constantly and yet without fluency, we pay tribute to powerful lives and the ones they leave behind, with mention to Allan Mullins and Mam’Dorah Sitole. We also consider Representative John Lewis, and ponder the power of Good Trouble
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
Jan 10, 202101:09:19
9. Blessed be the Fruit
Episode 9. Blessed be the fruit
Trigger Warning: Spiked drinks.
This episode contains language of a sensitive nature, makes reference to date rape, consent and mind-altering substances. Some names (of people and places) have been concealed or changed, as a token of gratitude and out of respect. Please take care.
I didn’t want to talk about what happened to me recently, but I’ve been learning how prevalent this pattern of violence is and how little information is available. With a high incidence of rape and human trafficking in our society, information and disclosure is our best defense.
Here’s what happened. Please take care.
Please contact Tears (in South Africa) for more information or for support:
- tears.co.za
- Dial: *134*7355#
- Email: info@tears.co.za
Thank you for your tenderness and care. Please continue to #BelieveWomen
Trigger Warning: Spiked drinks.
This episode contains language of a sensitive nature, makes reference to date rape, consent and mind-altering substances. Some names (of people and places) have been concealed or changed, as a token of gratitude and out of respect. Please take care.
I didn’t want to talk about what happened to me recently, but I’ve been learning how prevalent this pattern of violence is and how little information is available. With a high incidence of rape and human trafficking in our society, information and disclosure is our best defense.
Here’s what happened. Please take care.
Please contact Tears (in South Africa) for more information or for support:
- tears.co.za
- Dial: *134*7355#
- Email: info@tears.co.za
Thank you for your tenderness and care. Please continue to #BelieveWomen
Dec 03, 202044:33
8. Bend it Like Chenin
Episode 8. Bend it Like Chenin
I’ll bring the wine: Shooting for the stars with Chenin Blanc. A reintroduction to the variety, by Metzer Family Wines, Stellenrust and Durbanville Hills. As enchanting as it is industrious, what can’t this workhorse grape do?
Make it Pop: (Trigger Warning: Eating Disorder mentioned) A quick dive into season four of The Crown. The season of The Margaret’s, the parallels between culture, tradition, proximity to power, our perception of grandiose lifestyles and how we view the passage of time.
The Dish: Dolly Parton’s contribution to the Moderns vaccine gives us reason to sing (don’t worry, we don’t). We also appreciate a wonderful collaboration by De Wetshof and Innovation for the Blind, for the launch of De Wetshof Lilya Rose 2020. In an act of bravery and kindness, ‘Are You Okay’? A heartwarming Opinion Piece by Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex in The New York Times imagines the world as a kinder place.
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
I’ll bring the wine: Shooting for the stars with Chenin Blanc. A reintroduction to the variety, by Metzer Family Wines, Stellenrust and Durbanville Hills. As enchanting as it is industrious, what can’t this workhorse grape do?
Make it Pop: (Trigger Warning: Eating Disorder mentioned) A quick dive into season four of The Crown. The season of The Margaret’s, the parallels between culture, tradition, proximity to power, our perception of grandiose lifestyles and how we view the passage of time.
The Dish: Dolly Parton’s contribution to the Moderns vaccine gives us reason to sing (don’t worry, we don’t). We also appreciate a wonderful collaboration by De Wetshof and Innovation for the Blind, for the launch of De Wetshof Lilya Rose 2020. In an act of bravery and kindness, ‘Are You Okay’? A heartwarming Opinion Piece by Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex in The New York Times imagines the world as a kinder place.
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
Nov 28, 202054:47
7. I’m Speaking! Sauvignon Blanc
Episode 7. I’m Speaking! Sauvignon Blanc
I’ll bring the wine: The gift of Covid! Heidi Kritzinger and Johann Krige remind us to treasure the delight of food and wine at the Kanonkop Black Label launch.
We roll out the red carpet for the winners of the 2020 Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 Awards. Black tie at home, with the best heat-and-at meal ever from Overture, by Chef Bertus Basson and his team paired with Strandveld First Sighting Sauvignon Blanc. More about Sauvignon Blanc and why it’s appreciated around the world.
Make it Pop: (Trigger Warning: sexual violence abs harassment) We consider the revelations made about the Court of Master Sommeliers, we hold space safely and softly, while we consider Everything is a Deathly Flower, poems by Maneo Mohale
The Dish: More Sauvignon Blanc! We taste Groote Post the Sea Salter Sauvignon Blanc 2020, and whet your appetite for a month of conversation on Saturdays with Jenny on KayaFM this November. We share a fantastic scholarship by O’Neill Vintners & Distillers with Charles Woodson to support BIPOC wine industry students in California
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
Nov 06, 202052:45
6. Can Do? Will Do!
Episode 6. Can Do? Will Do!
I’ll bring the wine: We congratulate all the nominees of the 21st annual Wine Enthusiast ‘Wine Star Awards’. Congratulations to Ntsiki Biyela for being nominated for the prestigious Winemaker of the Year Award. We raise a toast to ‘wine in a can’, and taste the Spier 2020 Rose as well as the House of BNG Nectar and Nectar Rose. We taste the BNG Mo’Ghel cocktail, mixed by Mmisology. Special feature: a captivating interview with entrepreneur and media personality, Bonang Matheba.
Make it Pop: (Trigger Warning: workplace harassment and sexual violence. Explicit language warning). while we parallel the film Bombshell and The Morning Show series.
The Dish: We dedicate a moment to Bernard Cohen, who successfully argued the Loving case. He died in Virginia this week, aged 86. We also share The Dreamer by celebrated poet and activist, Langston Hughes
(Drink Responsibly)
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Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
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I’ll bring the wine: We congratulate all the nominees of the 21st annual Wine Enthusiast ‘Wine Star Awards’. Congratulations to Ntsiki Biyela for being nominated for the prestigious Winemaker of the Year Award. We raise a toast to ‘wine in a can’, and taste the Spier 2020 Rose as well as the House of BNG Nectar and Nectar Rose. We taste the BNG Mo’Ghel cocktail, mixed by Mmisology. Special feature: a captivating interview with entrepreneur and media personality, Bonang Matheba.
Make it Pop: (Trigger Warning: workplace harassment and sexual violence. Explicit language warning). while we parallel the film Bombshell and The Morning Show series.
The Dish: We dedicate a moment to Bernard Cohen, who successfully argued the Loving case. He died in Virginia this week, aged 86. We also share The Dreamer by celebrated poet and activist, Langston Hughes
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
Oct 25, 202052:18
Episode 5. Less Stress More Champagne
Episode 5. Less Stress More Champagne
I’ll bring the wine: Shoutout to Cassper Nyovest and DJ Sumbody’s Monate Mpolaye, for an iconic lyric. The history of Champagne, how it’s made, where it’s grown and it’s influence on life, style and culture. A month-long celebration of Tsogo Sun’s Champagne Day with Moët & Chandon. A tour of the historical Champagne Lanson in Reims, France. A celebration of Champagne Day on 18 October
Make it Pop: We celebrate Nobel poet and author Maggie Smith, whose poem The Good Bones’ was referred to as the ‘Poem of the year’ in 2016. We parallel the style of Carrie Bradshaw and Emily, in Paris.
The Dish: We encourage you to #FollowtheSugarbird with the WWF in South Africa, in a laudable effort by the Biodiversity and Wine Initiative’s Conversation Champions
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Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
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Oct 18, 202051:00
Episode 4: Pinotage Parade
Episode 4: Pinotage Parade
I’ll bring the wine: The history of Pinotage, how Prof Perold crossed Pinot Noir and Cinsault in a lab in Stellenbosch in 1925, how it struggled through the decades and why it’s flourishing today. A celebration of Pinotage Day on 10 October
Make it Pop: We celebrate Nobel Laureate, poet and essayist Louise Elisabeth Glück, who was awarded the Nobel prize for literature. We also parallel the work of Black Panther, the Lion King and Beyoncé’s Black is King.
The Dish: A toast to teachers, in commemoration of World Teacher’s Day on 5 October
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Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
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I’ll bring the wine: The history of Pinotage, how Prof Perold crossed Pinot Noir and Cinsault in a lab in Stellenbosch in 1925, how it struggled through the decades and why it’s flourishing today. A celebration of Pinotage Day on 10 October
Make it Pop: We celebrate Nobel Laureate, poet and essayist Louise Elisabeth Glück, who was awarded the Nobel prize for literature. We also parallel the work of Black Panther, the Lion King and Beyoncé’s Black is King.
The Dish: A toast to teachers, in commemoration of World Teacher’s Day on 5 October
(Drink Responsibly)
Email: inmykitchensa@gmail.com
Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
Instagram: @inmykitchenpod
Oct 10, 202047:49
3. Pairin' Up in My Room
Welcome to the third episode of In My Kitchen.
I’ll bring the wine: How do we pair food and wine? Notes on the Creation Wines Alchemy tasting kit, tasted at The Joburg Wine Club's 'What's Wrong With Groovin'?' virtual tasting. Notes from the WSET structured tasting guide. How would you pair Boschendal Vin D'Or, fried chicken and waffles or with Tayari Jones' book, 'An American Marriage', published by Oneworld Publications, 2018? And a special feature with Boschendal's The Nicholas.
Make it Pop: The September Issue. Is it really about the pairing of Grace Coddington and Anna Wintour. Paired with Vriesenhof 2017 Grenache-Shiraz-Mourvedre
The Dish: A toast to The Journey's End Foundation, which has set up Soup Kitchens in the Helderberg Region
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Twitter: @inmykitchenpod
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Sep 28, 202051:23
2. Classique'Sister
Welcome to the second episode of In My Kitchen.
I’ll bring the wine: What is Method Cap Classique? Notes on a few Cap Classiques and a toast to MCC. And a special feature with Lourensford Cellarmaster, Hannes Nel.
Make it Pop: A decadent autobiography, Fatima Meer, Memories of Love and Struggle. Published by Kwela Books
The Dish: As we commemorate Heritage Day, a toast to Koe'Sister Magazine
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Sep 21, 202038:49
1. Peeling off a Label
Welcome to the pilot episode of In My Kitchen.
I’ll bring the wine: The 2020 Cape Winemaker’s Guild Auction tasting, featuring Gordon Newton Johnson. And a special feature with Charmaine Cockhead from Reciprocal Wine Co.
Make it Pop: why does RHOBH want to be boring?
The Dish: Essential workers made the pots
Sep 21, 202047:57