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Wine
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Boschendal Unleash Bubbly Mayhem! Get Yours Now!
23 Mar 2011 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
Well if you don’t drown in a bath of bubbly this weekend then you are clearly doing something wrong! Seriously, you won’t believe what I just received in my inbox. Enjoy this – In celebration of The Vibe party this weekend, Boschendal are offering all 2oceansvibe readers a very rude discount on our favourtie bubbly, […]
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First Edition Harry Potter Auctioned For ZAR 205K
23 Mar 2011 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
So Heritage Auctions sold a 1997 edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone for $29, 875. A book that you can remember the release of just sold at a rare books auction. You’re Old now. If you can’t remember 1997, please crawl back into the womb.
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Picnics At The Roundhouse
03 Mar 2011 by Seth Rotherham / 4 Comments
I’m not sure how readily the service is available, but La Muse and I took (stole) one of the picnic baskets from The Roundhouse to the beach this weekend. We indulged in the likes of their homemade truffle cream cheese, spread on ciabatta, with shaven ham and oysters on the side. Naturally there was a […]
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Boschendal Releases 2007 Grande Cuvée Brut
15 Feb 2011 by Seth Rotherham / 1 Comment
Great news from 2oceansvibe’s preferred bubbly, Boschendal – it looks like we’re being treated to the immediate release of the 2007 Grande Cuvée Brut. With the 2006 singled our as the only 4½ star MCC (Méthode Cap Classique) amongst the top performing wines of 2010 rated by Wineland Magazine’s Watterwyn panel of experts. So I’d say […]
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South Africa Did Okay In The WHO’s Booze Championships
15 Feb 2011 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
It’s that time of year again kids – that’s right, the WHO has released their saucy ‘Global Status Report on Alcohol and Health 2011’ – which means we get to find out if SA’s still a rock-out party country, or if we’ve gotten all lame and started taking our liver problems seriously.
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Goldfish Cape Royale Rooftop Sky Bar VIDEO
04 Feb 2011 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
While our Facebook photos from the event can give you an idea of the awesomeness of the vibe that day, it can never do it justice. That is why I invented the ‘moving picture’ and, subsequently, this video. Jump in and re-live that day with us. Feel the vibe throughout your body, not just through […]
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Goldfish On The Roof Of The Cape Royale On Friday – You And Seven Friends..
20 Jan 2011 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Imagine that? Well it’s a very real thing, my friends. Goldfish are performing a DANGEROUSLY intimate gig on the roof of the Cape Royale hotel tomorrow (Friday) from 15h30 and all the 2oceansvibe brands are taking care of drinks. That’s right – we’re talking Jack Daniel’s, Corona, Jack Black, BOS iced tea, Boschendal bubby, De […]
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My New Favourite Way To Get Hired
14 Jan 2011 by Jasmine Stone / 4 Comments
Applying for jobs sucks. It’s awkward and painful and time-consuming. But some people know how to do it right – how to avoid getting caught in the rat-trap of sweaty-palmed interviews and communicate a certain level of coolness at the same time. Presented below is one such person’s job application. Please – read it, and learn to be a better person.
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Spot A Celebrity And Win Boschendal Bubbly!
17 Dec 2010 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
There are some shopping malls in Cape Town that are not very much fun to visit. Retail and culinary quarters, on the other hand, are packed full of celebrities, and the Cape Quarter is one of them. But they’re not content with providing you with eye candy, they want to give you free Boschendal bubbly, too. Click through for details.
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The World’s Oldest Champagne And Beer Still Taste Pretty Okay
22 Nov 2010 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Some weeks ago, Finnish divers discovered several crates of two-centuries-old champagne and beer from a sunken ship in the Baltic Sea for nearly two centuries. They then drank some of it because, hey, why not. And, because sharing is nice, Finnish authorities sponsored a public opening and tasting of the champagne last Friday.
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Loving The Boschendal Feature In The New GQ
17 Nov 2010 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
Be sure to get the new GQ Magazine for December, which features 2oceansvibe’s favourite choice of bubbly, Boschendal. They say Boschendal is made for people “with a sparkling wit and sunny disposition, but are serious about quality.” Umm, yes – that’s pretty much how we roll, here at 2oceansvibe! Click to see the feature – […]
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Wine-Tasting Robot Thinks Humans Taste Like Bacon; The End Is Nigh.
08 Nov 2010 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Researchers at NEC System Technologies have designed robots with the ability to identify dozens of different wines, cheeses and appetizers, because that’s something we need robots for. Except they think people taste like bacon.
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THE WINNER OF THE BOSCHENDAL COOLING TOWERS COMPETITION – DEMOLITION “2OCEANSVIBE STYLE”
25 Aug 2010 by Seth Rotherham / 5 Comments
My God, when we announced the Boschendal Cooling Towers competition, we didn’t expect anything this world class to appear! We asked you, the 2oceansvibe readers to send your best footage of the Athlone Cooling Towers (or, rather, the “Ladies of Athlone” – a title which I have NEVER heard before) going down last Sunday. Obviously […]
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THE FULL “SETH SONG” (AND LYRICS) BY I SCREAM & THE CHOCOLATE STIX
11 Aug 2010 by Seth Rotherham / 1 Comment
We’re pretty blown away by the response to the “Seth Song” we’ve been playing fairly regularly, over at 2oceansvibe Radio. It’s not only a damn funny tune, but I tell you what – it’s got the heads bopping too! Apparently The Assembly lost their minds to it last Saturday! The guys behind the tune are […]
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THE 2OCEANSVIBE BREAKFAST
29 Jul 2010 by Jasmine Stone / 4 Comments
So after an evening of sushi, springbok bruschetta, Belinni coctails, bubbly, and of course, Butlers Pizza (*COUGH* 2oceansvibe Radio launch COUGH*), there’s only one thing you eat for breakfast. And it’s not a bottle of Boschendal!
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A VIRTUAL TOUR OF SETH’S CAPE ROYALE PENTHOUSE..
14 Jun 2010 by Seth Rotherham / 4 Comments
All protocol was relaxed as we granted one photographer and virtual-tour expert (Panascape) unprecedented access to my suite at the Cape Royale hotel. As it is my primary residence, you can imagine what intimate never-seen-before details were caught on camera. The virtual tour itself let’s you cruise around the Cape Royale hotel (spinning 360 degrees […]
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BOSCHENDAL GRANDE CUVEE BRUT WINS GOLD MEDAL FOR SOUTH AFRICA
03 Jun 2010 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
2oceansvibe partner brands are constantly winning worldwide recognition, and, whilst the brands themselves are very excited when these awards are given, I can’t say I am surprised. I mean, that is after all why they’re a part of vibe, right? We only deal with winners around these parts! This time it’s a gold medal for […]
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SETH CRACKS THE APRIL ISSUE OF “WINE MAGAZINE”
25 Mar 2010 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
Wine fans throughout the country are urged to pick up the latest copy of Wine Magazine and to cast their eyes over to the back page of this, the April issue. That is where you will find us, in all our glory, raising a toast to you. You should find the interview suitably amusing. * […]
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THE 2OCEANSVIBE “WEATHER GIRLS” – LANDI SWANEPOEL – “THE PERONI GIRL”
29 Jan 2010 by Seth Rotherham / 8 Comments
If only she was just “The Peroni Girl,” then it would be less confusing. Unfortunately Landi Swanepoel is also “The Guess Girl,” so please pay attention if you don’t want to get left behind. This week brings us the first 2oceansvibe Weather Girls Show of 2010, and boy do we have a cracker for you! […]
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MONTROSE FOUNDATION HOSTS VALENTINES DAY CONCERT, FEATURING RUPERT MELLOR, AS WELL AS ‘THE CAPE TOWN OPERA’ AND ‘THE HOUT BAY MUSIC PROJECT’
27 Jan 2010 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
The Montrose Foundation does not require much introduction, given its affiliation to Montrose Place, the Cape Town rehabilitation facility at which Tiger Woods was rumoured to be receiving treatment. Whether Tiger Woods will be there or not, the ‘Midsummer Melodies’ in the Gardens on De Grendel is not to be missed! The evening promises a […]
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SETH TURNS WINE PAIRING WORLD “ON IT’S HEAD”
04 Jan 2010 by Seth Rotherham / 2 Comments
I put “on it’s head” in inverted commas to indicate a quote, presumably by someone with authority. Given the topic of wine pairing, one would hope, at the very least, that the quote came from someone within the food or wine industry. In truth… it didn’t – I made it up. Yup, that’s right. Much […]
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EXCLUSIVE FREE PUMA PARTY/SALE FOR 100 LUCKY 2OCEANSVIBERS
14 Dec 2009 by Seth Rotherham / 137 Comments
I received the following invite from Puma, essentially giving me carte blanche to do whatever I want in their V&A Waterfront store from 19h00 to 21h00 tomorrow (Tuesday) night. They’re giving me a 45% discount, which I am able to extend to you. And that’s not for sale items – that’s includes NEW STOCK! Not […]
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BOSCHENDAL LAUNCHES THEIR NEW CAP CLASSIQUE
27 Nov 2009 by Seth Rotherham / 1 Comment
If you go to Google and search for “Boschendal Grande Cuvee Brut,” you’ll see at the number 1 position is the article I wrote a couple weeks back, telling you about that exact product becoming 2oceansvibe’s choice brand of bubbly! CLICK HERE to see that original 2oceansvibe article That was obviously a prelude to the […]
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HOW TO OPEN A BOTTLE OF WINE WITH YOUR SHOE
05 Nov 2009 by Seth Rotherham / 5 Comments
You never find anything useful on 2oceansvibe. Naah……nothing! Like this… I mean why would you ever want to learn how to open a bottle of wine with your shoe? Admit it, that is probably the best thing you have learnt this year. SAY IT!!!!! Luckily for me, most of De Grendel’s wines are screw-top and […]
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MOMBASA CAFE CAVENDISH SQUARE BITES BACK
04 Nov 2009 by Jasmine Stone / 64 Comments
I wrote an article over a year ago about my experience at Mombasa Cafe , Cavendish Square, Claremont, Cape Town. I was moaning about the convenient joys of them being constantly empty, as well as the fact tat they did not serve Tabasco sauce (a big “no-no” as we know). Mombasa Cafe – Cavendish Square […]
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GOOD MORNING. HEADLINES!
04 Nov 2009 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
Killer Combination Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin to Co-Host 2010 Oscars Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin to Co-Host 2010 Oscars – Producers Bill Mechanic and Adam Shankman stated, “We think the team of Steve and Alec are the perfect pair of hosts for the Oscars. Steve will bring the experience of having hosted the show […]
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BOSCHENDAL GRANDE CUVEE BRUT ENTERS THE FRAY
03 Nov 2009 by Jasmine Stone / 2 Comments
It’s with great ease that they do, because Boschendal Grande Cuvee Brut (lest we forget the Le Grand Pavillon Brut Rosé) has very recently become the sparkling wine of choice for 2oceansvibe. Hardened 2oceansvibers out there will know what it takes to get the nod as a 2oceansvibe brand and, make no mistake, this premium […]
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ALL THE GOLDFISH OLMECA TEQUILA CAPE ROYALE ROOF-TOP POOL-PARTY PICS
07 Oct 2009 by Jasmine Stone / 3 Comments
Courtesy of Olmeca Tequila, Pussy Natural Energy Drink, Cape Royale Hotel and 2oceansvibe. What’s more, the only beer being served was Jack Black beer and the only wine was De Grendel Rose. Just because. All the professional behind-the-scenes pics are right here. The boys…the boys! You’ve seen that face somewhere before? The venue – shame.. […]
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EASTBOUND AND DOWN KENNY POWERS AND ASHLEY SCHAEFFER
23 Sep 2009 by Jasmine Stone / 2 Comments
My boy Travis gave me the heads up on this one as we downed another glass of De Grendel in Bakoven the other night. It’s too damn funny and I must caution those of you with weak bladders to perhaps relieve yourselves before pressing play. Will Ferrel is in it. That’s all I’m saying. […]
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SEASON OF SAUVIGNON
17 Sep 2009 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
This looks good, oh lovers of wine and song.. 2 – 4 October 2009 Durbanville Wine Valley Escape from your winter-cocoon Join us for sushi and Sauvignon …sway to the sounds of Abba and a zesty white …. Blanc and Blues … Jazz and Prawns. Sip diamond award-winning beauties and sing-along to Neil […]
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