For 2020, the annual Bastille festival is going virtual and while we will miss the crowds dressed in the colours of the drapeau français, we are excited about the opportunity to share our favourite French-inspired wines and dishes with the wider online audience.

According to Moët & Chandon, French fries and Champagne are a match made in heaven! Who are we to disagree with a famous Champagne house? Especially if we love both the salty crispiness of fries and the zesty bubbles of sparkling wine!

You no longer have to resort to Sangria when craving red wine cocktails thanks to this recipe from Leopard’s Leap. Shiraz is an ideal choice for use in this wine as it is full-bodied. It also features flavors such as tobacco and berries which will make your cocktail a delight.

If you are ever at a loss for what to make for an impromptu dinner party, especially if there will be vegetarians at the table, consider this luxurious mushroom risotto.

We all need a bit of freedom! While we need to be wise about it, going for a drive – music loud, windows down – sounds really good, doesn’t it? You can now order your favourites and collect them from Leopard’s Leap Family Vineyards in the Franschhoek Valley.

This light, fresh and vibrant oven-roasted tomato, prawn and lemon thyme soup is packed with flavour.

eing cheesy is only good when you’re a sandwich or a pizza… Try this delightful dish – a home-made pizza with plenty of smoked mozzarella. It makes a huge difference to your mood – something we can all do with during these crazy times! And, if you run out of wine, you can still get the Leopard’s Leap Natura De-alcoholised Classic White and Red at major retailers such as Spar, Pick n Pay and Makro! Both will work with this pizza, so choose your favourite and love lockdown!

Mother’s Day might look a bit different this year. While we will not be treating our special lady to lunch in her favourite restaurant or a day out on a wine estate, there is no reason not to spoil her! You know it’s all about the gesture!

Whether it’s for your guests or yourself, it’s always a good idea to add a fun and refreshing Natura mocktail from Leopard’s Leap into the mix.

Leopard’s Leap’s exciting Natura De-alcoholised Classic White and Classic Red are wonderful alternatives when you’re not in the position to use alcohol – whether it is by choice or lockdown-induced!