Travelling from New York to Los Angeles by rail is a soulful encounter with the country’s diverse landscape — and dining car companions.
Author Archives: Alexander Matthews
Fight for food and freedom
The Swazi cook who hosted struggle heroes is still working for the health of her people.
Singita Kruger: immersion therapy in the heaven of the African bush
A spellbinding visit to Sweni and Lebombo, lodges in Singita’s Kruger National Park concession.
Foodie Foragers: in search of the Cape’s authentic flavours
An increasing number of passionate foragers – many of them chefs – are now heading to the hillsides, forests and coasts of the southwestern corner of South Africa. And for good reason.
Richly varied and highly entertaining: “History Matters” reviewed
A richly varied and highly entertaining new collection of pieces by Bill Nasson showcases the breadth, consistency and versatility of one of our leading historians.
A whisky without peat is like soup without salt, but Islay visit is bland
An express tour of a famous Scottish isle shows it’s better to sample the best at home.
London’s Baraffina tapas bars give you a taste of Spain but at a price
A dinner date in summery Soho.
Saddling up: an African horseback safari
An invigorating alternative to the conventional bush breakaway.
Kayak cruising on Lake Malawi
Paradise found: Lake Malawi’s blissful islands, Domwe and Mumbo.
Durban: green shoots of a renaissance
Although regeneration of the inner-city is chequered, there is still plenty to enjoy in South Africa’s third city.
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