Win a ticket to Beer Boot Camp in Cape Town
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Jack Black brewery opens in Cape Town
I was working through a selection of 'trying to be clever' intros to this post. Something about the South African beer scene coming of age...or there was a dreadful labour/giving birth analogy that would have had you unsubscribing from the blog in minutes. So I...
Beer Boot Camp presenter interview: Randy Mosher
Many South African homebrewers/craft brewers/general beer geeks probably feel that they already know Randy Mosher. They don't of course, but lots of you have likely read a number of his books, whether they're on homebrewing in particular, like Radical Brewing, or...
Beer Boot Camp presenter interview: Pete Brown
If you've never read any of Pete Brown's books, you're missing out on some great beer-related laughs. He's been described as the "beer drinker's Bill Bryson", and I couldn't think of a more perfect description. His books are honest, hilarious and full of the kind...
Host your next event at Afro Caribbean Brewing Co (Sponsored Post)
You know that piss-up in a brewery you've always wanted to see if you can organise? Well here's your chance. Just in case you've been hiding under a WiFi-free rock for the past few months, let me tell you that Banana Jam Cafe, that bastion of the Cape craft beer...
Restaurant Review: The Twankey Bar
Taj Hotel, Wale St, Cape Town. Tel: 021 819 2000. tajcapetown.co.za/dining/twankeybar/ Tapas R75, mains R75-195. 330ml local draught craft beer R30-45. The Twankey is at its liveliest when office workers pop in for post-work drinks, so our lunchtime visit was a...
Drinking for a purpose: Joe’s Legacy week-long fundraiser @ Beerhouse
This could well be the most worthwhile beer you'll ever drink. On 20th June 2015, Joe Kanyona was stabbed while working as a doorman at Beerhouse on Long Street. He died from his wounds. What happened next affirmed to me that I'm a part of a truly awesome industry....
Father’s Day specials for beer-loving dads in South Africa
In case you're unaware, this Sunday (June 19th) is Father's Day. So if your dad loves beer - or you love it enough to force it on him on dad's day - here's a round-up of beer-related specials happening around the country: Western Cape Afro Caribbean Brewing...
Beer Review: Stimela Straight Arrow Amber
Although I try to keep things as nationwide as possible, the blog does tend to be a little Cape Town-heavy so it’s nice to review something from the other side of the country. Stimela is the baby of Tsikwe Molobye who gave up the day job and launched his brand last...