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Snoods

 

Oatmeal Snood from Poetry

I thought I would do a post update on the post I did last week on Snoods {something between a scarf & a hood!}, as I have had a few enquires as to where to buy them. I recently bought myself one from Woolworths, they had quite a few bright colours but I opted for a neutral beige. {I will get a bit more adventurous next time – I promise!} Today being the cold winters day it was I had the opportunity to try it out {it certainly did the job – keeping me warm & toasty} so here are a few pics of me wearing my Snood.

 

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Cape Town Lifestyle, Eating Out, Food, Lifestyle, Restaurant Reviews, Taste

Top Sushi Spots in Cape Town

Even though winter is on our doorstep, it does not deter me from craving sushi. It is one of my favourite foods to eat and I love nothing better than an indulgent night out with sushi and bubbly or a chilled Sauvignon Blanc! With this in mind I thought I would share my Top Sushi Spots in Cape Town and a few recommended by you, my readers.

Sushi

  • Willoughby & Co

This is by far my favourite sushi spot and although it is situated inside the V&A shopping centre, the sushi is worth the hustle and bustle of the surroundings. Actually we always do a bit of shopping first and then relax and unwind with the aid of delicious sushi and great wine. To view or download their sushi menu click here.

Shop 6132 | V&A Waterfront | Cape Town | 021-4186115

  • Beluga

Not only is their sushi delicious but they also have great special offers, you can enjoy sushi at half price before 7pm daily and on Sundays. On a balmy day you can sit out in the cobbled court-yard and enjoy great sushi while sipping on delicious local wine! To view or download their sushi menu click here.

The Foundry | Prestwich Street | Green Point | Cape Town | 021- 418 2948/9

  • Sevruga

Sevruga offers fresh fish, wonderful sushi, a great location and an excellent selection of some of the best South African wines. To view or download their sushi menu click here.

Shop 4 | Quay 5| V&A Waterfront | Cape Town | 021-421 5134 |

  • Wakame

Their seafood has always been top-notch and the restaurant is extremely popular and busy but the brilliant sea views make it a wonderful choice. To view or download their sushi menu click here.

1st floor | Corner of Beach Road & Surrey Place | Mouille Point | Cape Town | 8005 | GPS -33.90012,18.40529 | Telephone +27 21 433-2377

  • Village Sushi @ De Noordhoek Hotel

Imagine my surprise when a reader recommended a sushi spot right on my doorstep! The Hotel has been around for a while but the sushi is a new addition to their menu. We decided to make this our Mother’s Day lunch venue and thoroughly enjoyed our experience. One of the great aspects of the sushi menu is they offer a 12/20 piece sushi platter, which you can design yourself, this is great if you prefer either a certain type of sushi roll or a particular type of fish. To view or download their sushi menu click here.

Village Lane | Noordhoek Farm Village | Noordhoek | 7979 | Cape Town | 27 (0)21 789 2760

  • Cape Town Fish Market

This is a popular choice for us, especially if we are dining with our kids, as the restaurant is really child friendly and they also offer a host of specials daily.The Sushi Bar with its conveyor-belt of tasty treats will leave you hooked. To view or download their sushi menu click here.

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Other Recommendations:

  • Chef Pons Sawadee | Rheede Street | Gardens | Cape Town | 021 422 1633 |
  • Tank | Menu | 72 Waterkant Street | Cape Quarter | De Waterkant | 021 419 0007 |
  • Sake House | Menu | 17 Old Stanhope Road | Claremont | Cape Town | 021 – 674 7600 |
  • Papa San’s Takumi | Facebook | 3 Park Road | Gardens | Cape Town | 021 424 8879 |

If there are any other sushi restaurants that you think should be mentioned please let me know by leaving a comment below and I will update the list!

 

Cape Town, Cape Town Lifestyle, Exploring the Cape, FAR Photography, Lifestyle, Travel

Groot Constantia Cape Town

Yesterday we enjoyed a lazy lunch at Jonkershuis at Groot Constantia, eating delicious food and drinking great Cape wine! Jonkershuis Constantia is nestled in the historic core of the Groot Constantia Wine Estate, next to the historic Homestead and surrounded by ancient oak trees.

Groot Constantia

Groot Constantia

Groot Constantia

 

Following lunch we decided on a strolled around the magnificent estate gardens. A chance to soak up the sun and take in the glorious surroundings.

Groot Constantia

Groot Constantia is not only the oldest wine estate in South Africa but also a historical monument. The estate is home to two great restaurants and world renowned for producing great wine.

Groot Constantia

A bit of history on the farm“Groot Constantia was established in 1685 by the VOC Governor of the Cape of Good Hope Simon van der Stel, and was used to produce wine as well as other fruit and vegetables and cattle farming. Following Van der Stel’s death in 1712 the estate was broken up and sold in three parts: Groot Constantia; Klein Constantia; and Bergvliet. In 1778 the portion of the estate surrounding Van der Stel’s Cape Dutch-style manor house was sold to the Cloete family, who planted extensive vineyards and extended and improved the mansion by commissioning the architect Louis Michel Thibault. The house remained in the possession of the Cloete family until 1885, during which period the estate became famous for its production of Constantia dessert wine.

In 1885 the farm was purchased by the government of the Cape of Good Hope and was used as an experimental wine and agricultural estate. Following a disastrous fire in 1925 the house was extensively restored.”

Groot Constantia

Groot Constantia

Groot Constantia

The Groot Constantia trademark is one of the oldest surviving trademarks in the world today. It serves as a testimony of continuous high quality wine production and has won medals and awards since 1855.

 

Images: © Fiona Rossiter from Inspired Living

Cape Town Lifestyle, Eating Out, Food, Lifestyle

Top Coffee Shops in Cape Town

I am a lover of coffee; perhaps a coffee-junkie is the better term – you could say that coffee is my Happy Place! I guess you can also call me a “coffee snob”. Only ‘proper coffee’ for me, no instant and the stronger the espresso, the better. I even went as far as buying a Lavazza coffee machine, to satisfy my need! So in the interests of purveying fine coffee, I thought I would do a bit of research to establish the Top Coffee Shops in Cape Town – with the help of my readers.

Top Coffee Shops

“Life Is Too Short for Bad Coffee – So Why Drink It?”

Top Coffee Shops in Cape Town

So whether it is for a quick cuppa on the run (“with wings”) or a morning out with friends, enjoying a cappuccino and a delicious pastry, there is a place for everyone! Some I have had the pleasure of visiting, some I have not, but I am sure I will work my way there.

In no particular order, well actually alphabetical for convenience, these are the Top Coffee Shops in Cape Town that are trending at the moment:

Deluxe Coffee Works – 25 Church Street| City Center| Cape Town |

Empire Café – 11 York Road | Muizenberg | 021 788 1250

Knead Bakery –Surfers Corner | Beach Road| Muizenberg | 021 7882909

Origin Coffee Roasting Cafe – 28 Hudson Street | De Waterkant | Cape Town | 021 421 1000

Seattle Coffee Co.– Constantia Village *(This is my fav for a quick Cappuccino on the run)

Tasha’s – Shop 55 | Constantia Village | Constantia Road | Constantia | 021 794 5449

The Food Barn Deli – Noordhoek Farm Village | Cnr Village Lane & Noordhoek Main Road | Noordhoek | 021 789 1966

Vida e caffé– Shop 27c | Constantia Village | Constantia Road | Constantia | 021 794 3478

Jason Bakery –  185 Bree Street | 8001 Cape Town | South Africa | 214245644

The Haas Coffee Collective – 67 Rose Street | Bo-Kaap | Cape Town | +27(0) 21 422 4413

For the Love of Coffee

My favourites for various reasons are Knead Bakery; mostly because their almond croissants are amazing, The Food Barn Deli because they make great coffee and it is in walking distance from my house! I know that Vida e is extremely popular, not my favourite but they do have stores countrywide.

Both Deluxe Coffee Works and Origin Coffee Roasting Cafe, are said to make the best coffee – well I am going to have to pay them a visit and find out for myself! For something more than just a good coffee you have to try Tasha’s, even their website puts me in a good mood! To quote their website “Tasha’s is a dynamic, sensual journey of flavour set in lush interiors.” – Need I say more! You will have to experience it for yourself. So if you are looking for something to do this weekend pop out and sample some of the finest coffee Cape Town has to offer.

If there are any personal favourites you would like to add to the list of Top Coffee Shops in Cape Town, please leave a comment below this post.

 

Cape Town Lifestyle, Eating Out, Food, Lifestyle

Constantia Food & Wine Festival 2012

 

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The Constantia Food & Wine festival is happening next month in the beautiful Constantia Valley, Cape Town, on the 4,5 and 6th May. The festival showcases over 40 of the finest wines and delicious food from award winning restaurants, you cannot afford to miss out! Live music is also provided, to enhance the magical experience of great wine and good food, enjoyed in one of the most beautiful settings.

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Tickets cost 120pp per day and includes tastings at the various wine farms. No charge for children. You can purchase your tickets online at www.webtickets.co.za, at participating wine farms or at the entrance.

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