Category: News
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Q&A with Executive Chef, Justin Kotze
We are lucky to have Executive Chef Justin Kotze overseeing every single detail at Restaurant 1777 at The Old Rectory. With the likes of springbok steak, pan-roasted seabass, butternut ravioli and, of course, an array of delicious desserts to choose from, you’ll have countless reasons to return and taste all the dishes he carefully creates…
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WHAT TO EXPECT IN KRUGER THIS SUMMER
The summer months in Kruger bring soaring temperatures, full waterholes and river beds, as well as newborn life. The first rains have officially fallen and we are lucky to be able to witness the dry, dusty landscape transform before our eyes into a lush wilderness. Chanyn-Lee Zeelie, one of our expert field guides at The…
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Q&A with Field Guide, Conrad Zeelie
Conrad is one of our incredible Field Guides at The Outpost, as well as our Lodge Manager. He’s been in the guiding industry for over five years and his experience, passion and vast knowledge is truly difficult to beat. We chatted to Conrad about what makes our part of the world, in the far north…
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A TASTE OF KAY AND MONTY’S 2016 MCC CHAMPU
We’re excited to introduce our brand new Kay and Monty 2016 MCC Blanc de Blanc Champu. The name Champu comes from our namesakes at Kay and Monty – on balmy summer evenings Kay was likely to turn to Monty and conspiratorially suggest a chilled glass of Champu. Read on to find out more about our…
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TOP SAFARI MOMENT: DEAN OELOFSE
Situated in the far north of the Kruger National Park, you will find two of our lodges – The Outpost and Pel’s Post. The diversity of wildlife, vegetation and see-it-to-believe-it landscapes in our region are difficult to beat and we are lucky to experience so many magical safari moments. We chatted to Dean Oelofse, our Head…
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Kay and Monty Weddings: Natasha & Bryce
Natasha and Bryce’s wedding at Kay and Monty Vineyards was a perfect celebration of love. They held their ceremony overlooking our glassy dam, surrounded by the Tsitsikamma Mountains and picturesque polo fields, and they celebrated late into the night with family and friends gathered at candlelit tables brimming with the most spectacular Mediterranean-inspired flowers and…
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5 MARKETS TO VISIT IN CAPE TOWN
From local fashion and bespoke gifts to fresh produce and delicious eats, Cape Town’s markets have it all. They’re one of the best ways for visitors to experience and celebrate our talented local artisans, producers and designers, as well as the diverse and vibrant cultures and traditions of the Mother City. These are the Cape…
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Kay and Monty Weddings: Nikki & James
Nikki and James recently tied the knot at Kay and Monty surrounded by their closest family and friends. With the most stunning white roses, peonies and tulips, our glass and steel venue looked spectacular. We chatted to Nikki and James about what made them choose Kay and Monty as their venue, their unique wedding style…
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WHAT TO EXPECT IN KRUGER THIS SPRING
There’s never a dull moment in the far north of the Kruger National Park, where you’ll find two of our beautiful lodges, The Outpost and Pel’s Post. As the seasons change so too does the bird life, the sounds and the smells of the bush, the animal activity, and the life-giving Luvuvhu River. We asked one of our…
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A day in the life of field guide Dean Oelofse
Dean Oelofse is our Head Guide at The Outpost, in the far north of the Kruger National Park. Whether he’s getting up close and personal with an elephant or simply sharing his vast expertise with guests, a day in his life almost always promises a good dose of excitement and unpredictability. Here he shares an…