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Fruit Pack

Today I am reviewing a great product for kids called Fruit Pack. As moms it can be a struggle to always have a healthy snack on hand where ever you go and Fruit Pack provides a solution to this dilemma. Fruit Pack is a new healthy fruit snack for children on-the-go, conveniently packaged in a fun, easy-to-use squeezable and resealable pouch. Made from 100% natural fruit with no added sugar, Fruit Pack contains no colourants, no flavourants and no preservatives.

Whether you’re travelling or at home, Fruit Pack’s healthy and delicious flavours can be enjoyed anywhere and make it easier for us parents to feed our kids better food when we’re out and about. Pouches are strong enough to be tossed into a handbag and compact enough to fit inside a pocket or lunchbox. Just twist off the cap and squeeze!


The packs are suitable for kids from the age of 10 months and there are three flavours to choose from. Each flavour has it very own personalised animal character, so not only are the packs nutritious but they are also fun. The flavours are Awesome Apple {Gina the Giraffe}, Strawberry & Banana {Mani the Monkey} and Apple & Pear {Eli the Elephant}.

So if you are looking for a convenient healthy alternative snack to pack in your bag for the little ones, for those unexpected moments or something extra to add to your kids lunch box, Fruit Pack is definitely something you should try. A great suggestion was to place the packs in the freezer, especially in summer so the contents will remain chilled and be a great refreshing alternative to Ice Lollies {less messy too} or fruit juice. Or my husbands idea was to use them when he goes on long cycles to replace electrolytes! Who said you needed to be a kid to enjoy Fruit Pack!

 

Competitions, Desserts, Eating Out, Food, Markets, Reviews and Features

The Creamery

 

Last week I had the pleasure of meeting the creative minds, Kate and Marianne, behind the delicious ice cream at The Creamery; needless to say I was truly inspired! Oh and I got to taste more of their decadent ice cream! Yum! The Creamery ice cream is an artisanal product in the truest sense of the word, from the care and attention to detail in the sourcing of ingredients, to the creative flare that is at the heart of developing different flavours.

Kate & Marianne

The owner Kate Schrire is a slow food advocate. She received a diploma from the SA Chef Academy and went on to head up operations at the Sustainability Institute in Stellenbosh. Here began Kate’s dream to create a product that was both hand-crafted and sustainable. The Creamery was officially founded in November 2011.

To maintain sustainability they try to source the majority of their ingredients from local farmers and suppliers who are passionate about both sustainability and biodiversity. This often means using only products that are in season.

As I mentioned to Kate and Marianne (“the creative team”) while doing my tasting, their ice cream is more than “just ice cream” – it is more of a stand-alone desert, with original flavours like lemon curd swirl, chocolate orange curd swirl and roasted pear and cardamom. Of the flavours that I tasted, my two favourites would have to be the lemon ice cream and the coffee. They also scoop the usual crowd favourites like chocolate and vanilla, but I think you need to step out there and be a bit more adventurous when eating The Creamery ice creams and try something new!

The team at The Creamery are constantly evolving their flavours and spend a lot of time developing new products. As part of their ongoing development process, they are creating their own version of an ice cream sundae, which promises to provide us with yet another dreamy ice cream experience. The sundae will consist of their amazing ice cream (of course!), a sauce (preferably warm), and a textural component, like a cookie or brownie, nut, fruit or candy (all made by them). You can find out more about their amazing creation on their blog – here.

The most exciting news is that you can be a part of the development of their sundae flavours and at the same time, stand a chance of winning two 500ml pints of The Creamery’s stunning ice cream! Here is what you need to do:

  • Have a look at The Creamery blog and tell us what your favourite choice of Sundae flavour combinations would be.
  • “Like” Super Mom Blogs Facebook page (This way you can keep up to date with future giveaways & awesome posts!)
and
  • You can give The Creamery and extra shout out on Twitter saying It’s all about the Sundae with @thecreamerysa and @Supermomblog

Please leave a comment on this blog, below the post, telling me what your favourite Sundae flavour combination is; along with your details in the comment section below this post (please include your email address). If you do not complete this step your entry will not be valid.

Competition Details:

  • This giveaway will run from the 13th June 2012, until the 19th June 2012. The winner will then be randomly selected and announced on my blog on the 20th June. The winner will also be notified by email that they have won.
  • Conditions of entry: Anyone may enter this giveaway, but please note that The Creamery is based in Cape Town and the winner will need to collect their prize directly from The Creamery or from a market of their choice. 
  • The prize may not be exchanged for cash.
To find out more about where you can buy The Creamery ice cream you can click here

Cape Town Lifestyle, Eating Out, Food, Lifestyle, Markets, Out & About

Earth Fair Market Comes to Noordhoek

Earthfair Market

Noordhoek and the South Peninsula now has its very own fresh food market! The Earth Fair Market is fairly new evening market at Noordhoek Farm Village. How exciting, this is great opportunity for locals to enjoy shopping for great local produce and a chance to enjoy a selection of craft beers and organic wine once the shopping is done!

Earth Fair Market Noordhoek

Earth Fair Market

You will be probably be familiar with Earth Fair Food Market in Tokai or St Georges Mall – they have gained an excellent reputation and host top quality traders selling a range of locally produced and artisan food products. We are talking about real smoked fish, butchers selling free range meat, organic fruit and veggies as well as bakers, dairy producers and other quality products.

Earth Fair Market has established itself over the last 3 years in Tokai and its open air St Georges Market has rapidly become one of the top markets in Cape Town.

Earth Fair Market

Earth Fair at Noordhoek Farm Village will be held under a Bedouin tent in front of the Foodbarn and will host 20-25 of the top traders and artisans in Cape Town. Market goers can stock up on top quality fresh produce, farm cheeses and artisan breads. Once all the shopping is done, shoppers can grab a seat at the communal tables and enjoy a variety of craft beers, organic wines, stoneground flour crepes, tasty treats from the FoodBarn and sushi from De Noordhoek Hotel.  Stokkiesdraai will be there with their famous biltong, there will be freshly made Crepes by Lemon Moon, Bratwursts by Top Nosh etc.

Earth Fair Market is all about supporting small, local producers and providing ethically farmed and produced food.  They will be bringing their bustling, high quality market to the Village every Thursday for a late afternoon/evening market.  Scheduled to open on the 21st June at Noordhoek Farm Village. The market will be held from 4pm- 8.30/9pm every Thursday evening.

We are really looking forward to Earth Fair being a part of the Noordhoek Farm Village, a first of its kind in the Beautiful South. The aim of the market is to supply locals with good quality fresh produce and speciality goods and to provide a family orientated community meeting point.

 The success of the Earth Fair Food Market in Tokai and St George’s Mall has been a combination of its’ consistency and accessibility to everyday shoppers as well as the quality of the artisans trading at the market.

Foodies will be delighted to welcome this addition to the Food Scene at Noordhoek Farm Village – already well-known for its’ quality restaurants The Foodbarn, Cafe Roux and The Toad in the Village. As well as the Foodbarn Deli (which will stock some of the artisan’s produce on their shelves) and their evening Tapas offering and of course the restaurant at De Noordhoek ensuring that Noordhoek Farm Village is THE Foodie Centre of the South Peninsula!

Hope to see you there!

Cape Town Lifestyle, Eating Out, Exploring the Cape, Food, Lifestyle, Travel

Top Ice Cream Spots in Cape Town

I know its Winter in Cape Town but that does not mean so say that ice cream is not still a firm favourite, especially in our household! It is one of those things that you can enjoy come rain or shine! After all we all need a bit of indulgence in our lives! So I thought I would share my Top Ice Cream Spots in Cape Town, including a few recommendations from my readers.

  • The Creamery

I recently had the pleasure of sampling their delicious ice cream at the Constantia Food & Wine Festival – my all-time favourite was the Lime Curd flavour! YUM! Their ice cream is handmade; most of the ingredients are sourced locally and organic.

You can pop into their kitchen to pick up a pint (cash only) from 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday, or even better you can order on the webshop if you have a specific flavour you would like them to keep aside for you. You can collect your order from; either their kitchen in Mowbray, or any one of the markets and pop up shops. {See below this post for detailed list}

Unit 22A | corner of Weymouth and Wyecroft Road | Mowbray | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 447 7690

  • Häagen-Dazs

Häagen-Dazs is a family favourite! Whenever we visit the V&A Waterfront we pop in to their shop, the girls love the Raspberry Sorbet and I am quite particular to their Vanilla Caramel Brownie. Their ice cream has an incredibly rich flavour, smooth texture and creamy taste, because it contains less air, Häagen-Dazs is denser and richer than other luxury ice creams, creating its signature slow-melting creaminess.

Shop no. 129 | Lower Level | Victoria Wharf | +27 (0)21 421 0744

  • Sinnful Ice Cream Emporium

We usually frequent the shop in Muizenberg but they also have an outlet in Camps Bay. Sinnful is a Cape Town favourite and very popular with my readers. They give new meaning to the term gourmet ice cream with their interesting blend of flavours like Heavenly Hash, a blend of marshmallow, chocolate chips, fudge and vanilla ice cream or Koeksusters and Amarula!


Shop 5 | The Promenade Centre | Victoria Road | Camps Bay | +27 (0)21 438 3541

  • Ice Café

This was another reader recommendation and her favourite flavour is Blueberry and Fudge, two separate flavours that are combined and it must be in a served in a sugar cone!!

Situated in Kalk Bay, you can buy your ice cream and enjoy it while taking leisurely stroll, taking in the sights. Other delicious flavours you can try include blueberry and cream, rum and raisin or ginger and cinnamon.


Main Road | Kalk Bay | +27 (0)21 788 4816

  •  Gelato Mania

Gelato Mania, situated in Green Point Cape Town, is a unique gelateria, which specializes in Artisan gelato (traditional home-made Italian style ice cream).Using an age-old traditional recipe, Gelato Mania offers taste sensations, which are refreshing bursts of exceptional flavours, leaving you craving more!

Every scoop of Gelato Mania is a unique blend of quality, flavour and an unforgettable experience, bringing to life their promise of  “memories you can taste.”


65 Main Road | Green Point | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 439 2074

  • The Venezia Ice Cream Parlour

A quaint little Italian spot where you can indulge in gloriously creamy gelato. With an array of gorgeous flavours this ice cream parlour never fails to impress.
92 Main Road | Sea Point | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 930 2952

  • Lecca il Gelato

Lecca il Gelato, situated in the picaresque town of Stellenbosch, was the first real Italian ice cream parlour in South Africa and opened its doors in February 2006. It is owned and managed by an enthusiastic team of Italians, who are committed to creating an authentic top quality ice cream. They only use fresh, individually selected ingredients from across the globe and do not add any preservatives, additives, vegetable fats or artificial colouring to our ice cream.

Their flavours include exotic taste experiences such as Champagne ice cream, Portofino (chocolate and whiskey) and they even have Soya gelato for those that are dairy intolerant.


15 Church Street | Stellenbosch | Cape Town | +27 (0)21  886 4694/5

  • Marcel’s

Marcel’s is the home of delectable frozen yogurt, which is great, if like me you like to watch your calorie intake! It was established in 1989 and now has 12 outlets. A family favourite in our house is the English Toffee or you can try exciting new flavours like Lemony Cheesecake and Rich Espresso.


Lower level| Victoria and Alfred Waterfront| Cape Town | +27 (0)21425 2633

  • Eastern Food Bazaar

This was a recommendation from one of my readers – apparently the Kulfi is amazingly delicious made from pure milk, sugar and fruit and only R10 per tub.

96 Long Market Street | Cape Town

* List of markets where you can find The Creamery’s delish Ice Cream:

NEIGHBOURGOODS MARKET

Neighbourgoods Market

Biscuit Mill |Lower Albert Road, Woodstock |9am-2pm, Saturday

EARTHFAIR ST GEORGE’S MALL

In the pedestrian mall, in the centre of town. Lunch crowds, office workers, wandering tourists. Great for meals and now ice cream if you’re in town on a Thursday afternoon. See you there, corner of St George’s and church Street.

Earthfair St George’s | St George’s Mall | CBD, Cape Town | Thursdays 11am-4pm

PINT & CUP SALES

STARLINGS CAFE URBAN FARMER’S MARKET

We love being a part of this small-yet-perfectly-formed farmer’s market in the heart of the Southern Suburbs. Come find us under the pear tree in the back courtyard, where we keep delicious company with dairy, honey, vegetable, fish, egg, chicken and pasta producers!

And remember, you can select this as a pick up location for online orders in our shop.

Starlings Café | 94 Belvedere Road | Claremont | 4-6pm, Wednesdays

THE LARDER MARKET

This is another secret spot we’d like to make less secret. Sonja and her team of cafe elves make fabulous light meals and the best baked goods in Cape Town. We hang out there with Simply Wholesome, Cure Deli Meats, and Ocean Jewels Fish on Thursday afternoons, drinking tea. And selling pints and cups.

The Larder | Block & Chisel Store | Corner Kendal and Main Roads | Diep River | 3-5pm, Thursday

Look out for some fantastically indulgent ice cream features next week and a giveaway or two!

 

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