Diary November highlights

31 October – 5 November: KAMERS/ Makers at Anura vineyard in the heart of the Stellenbosch winelands offers a wide range of quality goods produced by local creatives. Check out kamersvol.com.

3 & 4: Enjoy a taste of the Bavarian way of life at the Cape Town Bierfest. For details, go to bierfest.co.za or call 021 824 3132.

4: Vist the Winterton Innistraat Festival on Springfield Street for handmade goodies, art and music; call 082 548 9910.

5: Learn more about green living options at the Hout Bay Green Faire. Visit greenfaire.org.za for all the details.

8–10: Savour whiskies from the key whiskey producing regions of the world at the annual Whisky Live Festival in Sandton. Get tickets for R160 from ticketpros.co.za.

9: Wine enthusiasts can enjoy awardwinning wines and brandies at the annual Veritas Tasting in Durban. Tickets for R110 are available from computicket.co.za and include wine, brandy and Qualité cheesetasting; call 021 863 1599. December issue of Home on sale! 13: 16–18: The Ficksburg Cherry Festival offers a variety of fun activities for the whole family, from cherry tours and competitions to tastings and live performances. For information, go to cherryfestival.co.za. 17–19: Artworks by local and international artists will be on display at the Greyton Artwalk; email greytonartwalk@gmail.com. 24–26: Escape the city and head out to the River Republic Festival outside Swellendam for a weekend of music and laidback Breede River vibes. Tickets available from R510; check out riverrepublic.co.za.