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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 Spraypaint Table Decor project is just the thing for you.
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I started writing this article last year, but alas I am only posting it now! So at long last, I am sharing the Benefits of Exercise and a Healthy Lifestyle.
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We recently escaped the city for a Winelands glamping experience, at the new AfriCamps at Doolhof Wine Estate, in Wellington.
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Two weeks ago I whisked Grant off for a birthday getaway to Dunstone Country House in Wellington. We were both excited to explore a bit more of this picturesque wine region.
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Making the decision to buy property and finally owning your first home is an exhilarating time in your life. Being a first-time homeowner, while thrilling, can also be daunting. I find this especially true when you take those first steps in making the place your own, which is why a few smart decor tips can come in very handy.
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High on a ridge, in the beautiful Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, you will find a little piece of paradise called Creation Wines. If you have not been there yet I highly recommend a visit to experience their fantastic Food and Wine Pairing.
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There is a fabulous new bar in Constantia, and they make the best cocktails! Incognito Bar, opened at The Alphen Boutique Hotel recently, adding a sleek and sophisticated new hot spot to the Constantia Valley.
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We are often so focused on saving or paying off our credit cards, which is great but it can mean missing out on the fantastic banking benefits available to us. There are Nedbank Perks, you may not be unaware of, that can save you hundreds of rands!
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Did someone say luxury seaside retreat? Tintswalo at Boulders is all that and more! We were very fortunate to spend a night there, as a family, at the end of last year.
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There are quite a few wine estates in the Cape I have yet to explore. One that has been on my bucketlist for a while is Asara Wine Estate. Luckily a recent invitation for wine tasting and lunch meant I could tick it off my list.
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It is amazing how one's tastes evolve as you get older, especially when it comes to travel. Maybe it is because of age, but as much as I love a beach holiday, there is something even more magical about a remote bush safari. A stay at Gondwana Family Lodge, at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, saw us experiencing our second safari for 2018. This time, however, as a family.
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I love the festive season, and more especially festive feasts, which include fantastic food and wine. From delicious roasts, to mince pies and fresh cherries, it is officially my favourite time of year. An addition to my festive table this year was Constantia Nectar, a naturally sweet wine.
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You may recall me mentioning a visit Excelsior Wine Estate during the Roberston Slow Food and Wine Festival. I subsequently paid the farm another visit, this time to spend the night at Excelsoir Manor Guesthouse.
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Grant and I recently enjoyed a Romantic City Staycation at The Taj Cape Town. As you know, I love a country or seaside retreat, but I also really enjoy the excitement of a city getaway.
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Over the past few months have been sipping my way through some fantastic South African Rosé Wines. Tough job I know! I am now excited to share my Top 10 South African Rosé Wines with you.
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Many of you will have done wine or beer tasting, olive oil tasting, on the other hand, is a bit more of an unusual experience. I joined a Travel Chat SA media group recently for a Tokara Olive Oil Tasting, followed by lunch at the Delicatessen.
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When an invitation arrives for lunch aboard a floating restaurant, naturally you say yes! The Alba Restaurant, a first of its kind in Cape Town, is a "floating" fine dining experience.
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As you all may now know, Nespresso has launched a brand new range of permanent coffees to add to their repertoire, called the Nespresso Master Origin collection.
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Today I am sharing the recipe I created for a recent food and wine pairing challenge with Bouchard Finlayson. The wine was a 2016 Bouchard Finlayson Galpin Peak Pinot Noir, which I paired with a delicious Pan-fried Salmon with Creamy Caper Pasta.
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