A tough week can mean that one homemade, hearty pasta is the winning ticket to feeling better. Especially after Black Friday. I cringe thinking about my current spending - but, 'tis the season!
It's been a busy few weeks in Cape Town with tourists rolling in, which meant that endless...
Warm lights greet you at the door, and gently ambient music plays in the background. Retro dining chairs and assortment of printed posters line your sight. And, yes; you're here for your booking at 6:00 pm.
If you've not visited the bustling Main Road of Sea Point in a few...
Yup. That's all I can say. My Instant Pot has been carrying me through the toughest of days during this new season in my life - young adulthood, employment.
My silence has been due to an array of reasons. Finalising my degree, joining the work force, starting a venture as...
It’s no secret that the Black Rhino, one of the most majestic and legendary animal species to walk this earth, is severely endangered. It’s critical status is that of utmost social concern – yet, very little response is initiated from media prompts. Three subspecies of rhino have gone extinct...
With Loxtonia's 100% apple ciders available with an articulated pairing of homemade soup every Saturday, this August month is one to make note of in Ceres valley. Brisk wintry weather is allowing for Loxtonia's exquisite walking trails to be utilised by any and all willing to try it out...
Avondale wine farm not only provides luscious views and vineyard activities in summer, but in winter, too. The prestigious wine estate offers a warm welcoming to the winter through the opportunities of fine dining at Faber restaurant, and further activities taking place between now and spring for 2022. Home...
Raised with a palate for the finer things in life, tours through the culturally rich and diverse wine country of the Western Cape was an activity that I frequented with my mother. We especially enjoyed the meals, the gardens, the estates, the people met along the way; all in...
April brings about a certain cinnamon air to it, don’t you think? Our Capetonian autumns have been magical to experience, what with the bougainvillea vibrancy being accentuated by the yellowing, tawny street debris. I adore a good, brisk walk in the park during this weather!
As the seemingly short-lived summer...
As a fruit-oriented gal, I find myself generally hovering over purchasing more processed fruit options as opposed to fresh. The consistency and the flavour profiles usually conflict very clearly on my palette. Especially when it comes to fresher, fleshy fruits such as nectarines. My ultimate favourite - nectarine jam...
Pheeeew. Can I get an 'amen' for the hot weather?The spring weather and slow approach to warmer weather has a delicate relationship of seasonal meals. A decadent roast dinner becomes delicious sandwich - or salad - food stars for the next day's lunch.Don't even get me started on the...