The one thing I look forward to most in winter is cuddling up on the couch with series, some snacks and a glass or two of red wine. There is just something about the cold weather and red wine that takes winter to a whole new level of coziness. A bottle of Babylonstoren’s Nebukadnesar 2017…
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As much as I love traveling overseas, I love coming home to sunny South Africa. South Africa is home and always will be. As soon as I land at the airport and go through passport control, and I see familiar faces, I know I am home. In South Africa we have the sun, delicious food,…
A dinner party is defined as a social event where a small group of people are invited to have dinner together. To make a dinner party extra fabulous, there should be delicious gourmet food, a never ending supply of wine and good conversation. Last month we attended a dinner party at Pomodoro with Marianne Wines…
On the North-Western tip of Zanzibar Island, you will find some of Zanzibar’s most beautiful beaches. These beaches are virtually untouched set in a lush tropical landscape. They are known for their coral white sand and clear turquoise waters. Located on one of these beaches, you will find paradise at Diamonds La Gemma Dell’Est. This…
Is there anything better than getting the chance to sample some of South Africa’s very best wines all under one roof? Nope … I don’t think so either. We attended the TOPS at SPAR Wine Show last year and if I tell you that it was the highlight of 2018, I am seriously not exaggerating….
There is a new flavour of LINDT EXCELLENCE on the shelves at your favourite supermarket and you best believe it’s a delicious one! This new flavour is LINDT EXCELLENCE Raspberry Intense. If like me you like your chocolate fruity, you will love this one because there is that rich chocolate melt complimented by the burst…
Last week I attended a very special celebration at Stonecrest Manor here in Johannesburg. It was a celebration marking Alto Wine Estate’s #100YearsOfWineMaking. That is 100 years of producing some of the country’s finest red wines and red wine blends. Alto has a special place in the hearts of wine lovers, like myself. It is…
My NutriBullet is one of my prized possessions in my kitchen … along with my Le Creuset coffee mug, of course. They are the two things that definitely get used the most. I bought the very first NutriBullet that was launched a good 5 years ago. So after many years of delicious smoothies and green…
I call Plettenberg Bay my second home because basically it is. I have been visiting this beautiful little seaside town since I was a baby for our annual summer holiday. Now I visit three or four times a year to see family and also to unwind. You can call me a local if you want and…
I received a press release about a local handbag brand that I thought I must share on the blog because this is definitely something special worth sharing. This local handbag brand is called WeAllShareRoots. After reading the press release I simply fell in love with the brand and here is why: • WeAllShareRoots is an…
When you think of FireRoom, you think of sushi on fire, don’t you? Well that is what I think of thanks to all the snippets I see on social media. We were recently invited to wine and dine at FireRoom, and after one very delicious lunch here, I can report back that their food is…
I was definitely an Italian in my past life because you all know that Italian food is my absolute favourite. We have a quite a few favourite Italian restaurants in Johannesburg that we eat at all the time but each for a different occasion. I thought I would put a blog post together on all…
I love getting all dressed up in winter because it’s all about the thick jerseys, knitted scarves, cozy jackets and stylish boots. I have a wardrobe full of boots, but one can never have enough pairs, so here’s a few pairs that I’ve added to my wishlist this winter: HEEL MID CALF BOOTS – WOOLWORTHS…
Delta Park is one of Johannesburg’s biggest parks that borders the suburbs of Blairgowrie, Craighall Park, Victory Park and Linden. It is 108 hectares of grassland and woodland with three tree-lined dams. There are walking trails, a sensory trail and even bird watching hides. During the months of March and April, Delta Park becomes a…
I feel like taking another drive to The Midlands just so we can stop at The Windmills Kitchen for another absolutely delicious lunch! What is The Windmills Kitchen? The Windmills Kitchen can be described as a collaborative food hall serving up delicious artisan food. It is the perfect stop off for the hungry traveller travelling…
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