I hesitated about publishing this post – but a quick search on Google for places to donate during my country’s crisis has made it clear that I should. This is not a travel-related post – but as a South African – especially a SA blogger – and thus, someone who can reach hundreds, sometimes thousands in a day or a […]
With South Africa’s shift to (adjusted) Level 4, I would like to support local restaurants, cafes, businesses and wine farms however I can at present. Please note: Sit-down dining in restaurants and alcohol orders and/or deliveries are not permitted by law until 11 July (for further review then). But that doesn’t mean you can’t support local right now! Here are […]
Found unobtrusively along the forested Constantia Main Road, just before you ascend up Constantia Nek, lies the beautiful Constantia Glen. This boutique wine farm offers visitors both a wonderful tasting room and modern restaurant. And arguably some of the best views that you will encounter anywhere in both. Currently, until end-July 2021, they are running some excellent winter specials when […]
I love all things garden-related and over the years, I have had the pleasure of exploring many wonderful gardens in and around Cape Town and the Western Cape. Some have been during special, annual Open Garden events while others have come from impromptu solo missions. Regardless of the occasion, the Cape has some glorious gardens to explore. And in this […]
If there is one art form that naturally inspires me, it is sculpture. There is something evocative and moving about sculptures that transcends mere art. One such sculpture work example is that of globally acclaimed, South African artist, Dylan Lewis. While I have long heard about the beauty behind Lewis’ powerful sculptures – after my visit to the artist’s incredible […]
I have always loved wandering around gardens and beautiful natural spaces. So the Western Cape, where we have access to the gorgeous Cape Winelands’ gardens, is a joy to explore. That is why, when I first stumbled across Old Nectar Estate online a few months ago, I was enchanted. This beautiful estate, which has the most glorious gardens, was immediately […]
Tucked away in Tokai, Steenberg Vineyards is a welcoming respite from the everyday bustle of the inner city. More importantly, it is a key part of the idyllic Constantia Wine Valley. This beautiful farm, edged by picturesque mountain vistas and indigenous gardens, is a quality destination for all to enjoy. Steenberg Vineyards Has It All Steenberg offers plenty for its […]
When I first moved to Cape Town, I often had to travel alone. Sometimes, it was a choice – other times, it wasn’t. Regardless, solo travel has shaped me as a traveller – and as an adult. Weirdly enough, solo travel has even made me more confident, especially when it comes to social interactions. I am naturally reserved – but […]
The Cape Winelands in the beautiful Western Cape offer some of the best picnics and lunches in South Africa. Regardless of whether you are looking for a classy, yet homely weekend lunch, romantic picnic for two or simply a great family meal – this unique region is a foodies’ paradise. The Cape Winelands: A Foodie Destination for All Over time, […]
In August 2019, I first had the pleasure of exploring the newly revamped and revived Hazendal Wine Estate. Tucked away along Bottelary Road in Stellenbosch, even then, Hazendal struck me as a sensory feast, in every way. With its tranquil lawns and distant rolling hills, blend of Cape Dutch buildings and other modern additions (like the Pavilion), outstanding food- and […]
