Bedford Food and Wine Festival

Bedford Food and Wine Festival

The Bedford Food and Wine Festival took place for the third time this year, held on the first weekend of September—a perfect choice. The warmer weather made it far more pleasant for wine tasting than the chilly days of last year’s mid-winter event. Small towns...
What is the difference between Lager and Ale?

What is the difference between Lager and Ale?

Understanding the Differences Between Lager and Ale: A Comprehensive Guide When it comes to beer, the world is divided into two main categories: lager and ale. While both are beloved by many, they have distinct differences that go beyond just taste. In this post,...
Retail Draught Installation and Maintenance

Retail Draught Installation and Maintenance

Draught Beer Installation A complete draught setup for the dispensing of ice-cold draught beer at a retail outlet such as a bar or restaurant can cost anywhere between R11k and R20k which sounds like a lot but if we break this down into components it starts to make...
Beer Tasting – a beginners guide.

Beer Tasting – a beginners guide.

Just over a year ago I was preparing for a beer judging exam – getting familiar with the nuances and appreciating the flavours of different beer styles was an absolutely amazing experience and gave me a new appreciation for the variety of beers brewed around the...
RHBC Beer Run

RHBC Beer Run

The annual RHBC Beer Run takes place in Baakens Valley through Settlers Park where Featherstone Brewery had a ‘Beer Point’ taking Makhanda’s finest craft beer to Port Elizabeth.