SANGRIA

Pick n Pay food expert Yvonne Short shares a thirst-quenching idea that will beat the heat. The better quality the wine, the better the sangria

MAKES 1.5 LITRES

2 apples, washed and cubed 1 orange, sliced

45ml (3 tbsp) brandy, optional 30-45ml (2-3 tbsp) caster sugar 1 x 750ml bottle of red wine 150ml fresh orange juice 500ml soda water, optional To garnish:

Orange and lemon slices

Ice cubes A couple of hours before serving, place the apple cubes and orange slices in the base of a tall glass jug. Pour over the brandy, add the sugar. Cover and set aside. Just before serving, pour over the red wine, orange juice and soda, if using. Stir well to combine. Add orange and lemon slices, lots of ice and serve.

CHEERS TO THE GOOD LIFE

The 2018 Stellenbosch Wine Festival, South Africa’s oldest, presented by Pick n Pay, takes place from February 23 to 25. It is a three-day lifestyle festival presented in a modern, relaxed and entertaining format that showcases hundreds of Stellenbosch wines from large producers to boutique wineries. Apart from exceptional wine-tasting experiences from 60 wine farms, on offer is the food the Stellenbosch winelands are famous for, including artisanal foods and signature dishes from some of the best eateries in the area. With wine, food, live music and different outdoor activities, there’s something for the whole family.

When: February 23 - 25 Where: Coetzenburg sports grounds, Stellenbosch University

Cost: General Wine Experience: Friday R150 | Saturday & Sunday R190. Premium Wine Experience: Friday Sunday R350

Bookings: webtickets.co.za