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As you know, I love interiors and decorating my home is a great creative outlet! My only wish is that I had an unlimited budget. That said, you do not have to spend a fortune on decorating. Shopping online on platforms like Superbalist, is a great way to save money on a range of decor items. I have put together my Superbalist Decor Wishlist, which includes bathroom and living room decor.
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Repetitive weekday meals can get so dull, which is why I like to try new recipes a few times a month. I found this recipe in one of my favourite cookbooks, Jamie's 30 Minute Meals, but have adapted it to suit our taste. With the result, my Satay Chicken Skewers with Spicy Noodles now makes a regular appearance on our menu plan and is a family favourite.
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Grant and I seldom get the chance to have a romantic weekend away. If we do, it’s usually only for a night but we take what we can get! Read on and find out how to make the most of a 24-hour getaway, with my Franschhoek Winter Escape.
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I have been fortunate to explore many beautiful hidden Gems in the Cape Winelands. A recent discovery is Vondeling Wines, in Voor-paardeberg, in Paarl.
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Recently I attended a Ginger & Lime Cooking Experience at their Cooking Studio, in the heart of Cape Town. The “Curries from around the world” evening, spent learning new culinary skills, cooking, drinking wine, eating, as well as meeting new people, was such a blast!
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This delicious Red Lentil and Chicken Curry is a recipe my daughter, Ally, has been making and the best part is, it is a one-pot-wonder! The recipe was initially introduced to us by my brother and sister-in-law, who live in the UK. We have modified the cooking method to make it even easier to prepare. Most of the time spent is in the prep and stirring, once the ingredients have been combined.
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Grant and I recently visited Kunjani Wines, for wine tasting and lunch, as well a vineyard stay. Kunjani has been on my radar for a while, especially after hearing so much about their beautiful tasting room and restaurant.
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Winter is usually synonymous with being indoors, hiding under the covers. Swellendam, however, is set to come alive this winter with the introduction of Swellendam Winter School. From May to August there will be an exciting opportunity to explore this quaint town, gain new skills and meet people.
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As you know, I love entertaining, and more especially creating decorative table settings. When I received two metallic spray paint samples, the first thing that popped into my mind was table decor. If you are looking for fun, inspired table decor ideas then my DIY Metallic Spray Paint Table Decor project is just the thing for you.
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