The Royal Portfolio's Travel Blog

Drawing on his diverse culinary experience, Head Chef Kele Tsenoli brings a fresh perspective to bush dining at Farmstead. His flavourful tapas combine global influences with local ingredients and time-honoured recipes, creating bite-sized moments of delight.

Shawn Godfrey, also known as The Roasted Dad and winner of MasterChef South Africa Season 4, recently stayed at the Vineyard Suites at La Residence with his family. Here they found space to enjoy the beauty of the Franschhoek valley together as a family. Images courtesy Shawn Godfrey.

Discover The Royal Portfolio’s collection of exclusive private residences along the Cape’s beautiful southern coastline. Each property delivers an exceptional experience, offering privacy, luxury and total comfort.

With just three luxury suites, Farmstead at Royal Malewane offers the ultimate romantic getaway. And with exclusivity and privacy guaranteed, it’s ideal for honeymoons and intimate gatherings where luxury meets the wild and you get to celebrate each moment, while we take care of the rest.

Cape Town artist Gabrielle Kruger redefines painting in Blurred Lines, now showing in The Vault at The Silo Hotel. In this exclusive interview, she shares insights into her process, inspiration, and the significance of exhibiting in The Vault.

Cheslin Cornelissen’s exciting journey with The Royal Portfolio has taken him from Cape Town to the Greater Kruger to Franschhoek. As the newly appointed Executive Chef at La Residence, he’s come full circle and is eager to build on the “La Res” food legacy.