Experience the Royal Magic: Kings' Coronation Celebrations
Penny Streeter’s wine and hospitality estates in South Africa and the UK are celebrating the Coronation of King Charles III, which visitors can experience on Saturday 6th May and the holiday weekend.
Penny was awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2006 New Year's Honours for ‘Services to Enterprise’, recognising her outstanding contribution to UK industry as one of its most successful women entrepreneurs.
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens Rhododendrons Win Top Prizes at RHS Competition
The famous rhododendrons of Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens are in full bloom and have recently won three top prizes at the 2023 RHS Main Camellia, Early Rhododendron and Spring Ornamental Plants Competitions held at RHS Wisley
Growing Leonardslee Podcast Episode 5
The Growing Leonardslee podcast Episode 5 features General Manager Adam Streeter discussing with head gardener Jamie Harris the extraordinary rhododendron collection at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens.
Restaurant Interlude Wins Fourth Consecutive Michelin Star
Restaurant Interlude Wins Fourth Consecutive Michelin Star. Penny Streeter's dedication to providing guests with a unique and exceptional dining experience is evident in every aspect of Restaurant Interlude's success.
How I made it in the restaurant game
How I made it in the restaurant game. Penny Streeter OBE opened 6 restaurants in 5 years. Winning Interlude’s first Michelin Star six months after opening, and a string of other awards in South Africa and England since. This is a fascinating story - find out more.
Training Staff for the Right Job
Training Staff for the Right Job. Unlocking New Horizons: Penny Streeter OBE's Hospitality Training program at Benguela Cove. Find out more about how we ended up with 15 amazing recruits and I would say that although it was hard work and tough on my staff and trainers, we have ended up with a bunch of people that truly are the salt of the earth and the core of our business.
Grape Expectations Magazine Issue 19
What to expect from this edition of Grape Expectations?
Understanding Vineyards and our Vision. Discover the journey from bud break to bottle
Spring Pea Risotto, Braised Oxtail & Confit Onion Recipe from Michelin Star Restaurant Interlude’s Chef Jean Delport
Update on our exciting UK Wine Journey: Harvest 2022
And more.
International Art Galleries Launched
Artists exhibiting at Benguela Gallery near Hermanus are making their UK debut in a new exhibition at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens in West Sussex. Both venues are owned by hospitality entrepreneur Penny Streeter OBE, who champions emerging UK and South African artists.
Platter’s Top Awards for British Vineyard Owner
Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate at Hermanus in South Africa has achieved the 5 star top award for three of its wines and a further 4.5 stars for ten others in Platter’s 2023 South Africa Wine Guide. The Walker Bay region vineyard is owned by British wine and hospitality entrepreneur Penny Streeter OBE, who also owns the vineyard estate at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens in West Sussex.
Industry Leading Women in Hospitality
Industry Leading Women in Hospitality. Read the interview with Penny Streeter OBE. Celebrating success in the restaurant, wine and tourism industries.
Success of Ambition24hours
The Success of Ambition24hours was inspired by a game changing idea Penny Streeter had. Penny Streeter OBE is the founder and chief executive of the A24 Group, a medical staffing agency that she founded with her mother in 1996. Facing many challenges along the way, this was not an easy journey.
Grape Expectations Magazine Issue 18
What to expect in this month's issue, fresh from the Vino press?
A winemakers’ guide to our vintages and vineyards Old World vs. New World Wine
News from the Vineyards and Cellar
Benguela Cove Catalina Semillon 2020 New Vintage Taking Flight
For the Love of Food & Wine (Try our short rib with grilled bread paired with Benguela Cove Collage to create your next winning dish.)
Tim Atkin, MW, South African Special Report 2022
Tim Atkin South African Special Report 2022. Medals of Excellence for 10 Benguela Cove Wines and Best Cellar Door Experience. Taste a Collage of Nature.
Benguela Cove Catalina Semillon - Top Single Vineyard Wine
Benguela Cove Catalina Semillon Top Single Vineyard Wine, Novare SA Terroir Awards 2022. As abiding as its namesake, this Semillon has an ethereal and nostalgic quality. It was made to be remembered.
Competing against the great local wineries in the Walker Bay Wine Region, eight other Benguela Cove wines won Best in the Area, at this year’s Terroir Awards.
The Art of Living
“We all need to be reminded every single day how beautiful things around us can be, if we take time out to notice them.” - Penny Streeter OBE
Grape Expectations Magazine
In the Grape Expectations Magazine Issue 16 edition, read about:
The Fancy Wine Glass Theory, the exciting next phase of our English Wine Journey, discover Benguela Cove through the eyes of Emma Hodges, and more news hot off the vino press
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2022
International Women’s Day 2022
#IWD2022 celebrating womens’ achievement and increasing visibility. Hear the radio interview with Penny Streeter OBE: her story and encouragement to other women entrepreneurs starting or in business.
Interview with the 2021 TITAN Property Awards Winner
“I am the Developer of Benguela Cove and have owned the development since 2013, I am an entrepreneur with three significant hospitality businesses across the UK and SA. A self-made business woman I have a passion for business, conservation and property.”
Benguela Cove Scoops Three Double Veritas Golds for Wine
Veritas Wine Awards 2021. Benguela Cove Wine Estate awarded Three Double Gold and Two Gold Medals. All wineries seek a coveted gold medal. Many spend years buying in the best fruit and blending countless wines in pursuit of a win. This makes the achievement of Johann Fourie, Benguela Cove’s cellar master and his team even more significant, winning three double gold medals in the Veritas wine awards in only the winery’s fifth year.