Last week Grant and I enjoyed a magical date night at Harbour House in Kalk Bay. With the waves crashing below, the seaside setting is breathtaking and one of my favourite spots in Cape Town. It was our first date night out in ages! To say we were excited is an understatement! Plus, there was the added bonus of sampling the new Harbour House Tasting Menu.
[Read more…]Mouth-watering Lamb Stew Recipe
If you are looking for winter meal ideas, my Lamb Stew Recipe is melt-in-the-mouth delicious, and pairs exceptionally well with a full-bodied red wine. Growing up, Lamb Stew was a firm favourite in our household and the aroma that fills our home when I am cooking it, brings back wonderful childhood memories.
[Read more…]Top Cape Town Attractions 2020…Post-Lockdown
With so many of us living in isolation since the middle of March, cabin fever has truly set in. Everyone I have spoken to is chomping at the bit to get out into the big wide world and explore! It is going to feel incredible to once again enjoy many of our Top Cape Town Attractions. I cannot wait to walk on the beach or eat out at one of our world-renowned restaurants.
[Read more…]Monneaux Restaurant Summer Menu
As you already know, Franschhoek is one of my favourite Winelands towns – any chance to spend the night, and wild horses could not keep me away! Grant and I recently spent the night at Franschhoek Country Guest House, which included dinner at Monneaux Restaurant to taste their new summer menu.
[Read more…]Tryn Restaurant Steenberg Estate’s Signature Eatery
I recently had the privilege of dining at Tryn Restaurant Steenberg Wine Estate’s newly launched signature eatery.
[Read more…]The Den Apartments Stellenbosch
Something both Grant and I love about living in the Cape is that there are so many exciting and different destinations, such as Stellenbosch, just over an hours drive from the city. We often opt for self-catering accommodation when we travel, making it easier to come and go as we please. The Den Apartments, in Stellenbosch, is an ideal base for exploring this historical Winelands town.
[Read more…]Elgin Blossom Weekend – Out & About
This weekend we are off to Elgin for what promises to be a fun, adventure-filled weekend exploring the area. We will be enjoying various activities, which are part of The Elgin Blossom Weekend. The festivities are taking place on Saturday the 12th and Sunday the 13th of October.
[Read more…]Pierneef à La Motte Celebrating Our Culinary Heritage
Grant and I recently spent a day at Pierneef à La Motte Restaurant, in Franschhoek, celebrating our culinary heritage. Eating delicious food, drinking fantastic wine and sharing unique food stories, is the perfect way to celebrate your heritage! And the setting for lunch on the outside deck is magical and wonderfully relaxing, especially after a long busy week.
[Read more…]