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Couture Wonderland – La Galerie Dior
“Whatever you do – for work or pleasure – do it with passion! Live with passion…” – Christian Dior If I’m brutally honest, for me, Paris has lost its gloss…there were moments while roaming the streets, it felt like I was back in Johannesburg (South Africa). However being in Paris, you are somehow mesmerised and…
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Chorus – ‘The restaurant in the sky’
The dramatic concrete-and-glass building overlooking the magnificent landscape of the Waterkloof Wine Estate and neighbouring False Bay is a ‘beacon of architectural excellence’ and home to Chorus Restaurant.If you have an appreciation for architecture, picturesque surroundings and fine dining, Chorus ticks all the boxes. The brainchild of Bertus Basson, a renowned chef who’s food ‘philosophy…
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‘Come up, Slow Down’ – Gstaad
“Fill your life with experiences and have stories to tell…” It dawned on me while on-route to our family holiday with the teenagers, that our very first travel adventure as a family squad was when they were 8 and 6. I used to refer to them as ‘little people.’ Fast forward to today, the not…
Alps, Avenue Montagne and Lounge, Cappuccino Grand Cafe Gstaad, Chocolate Factory, Chubut, Chubut Food and Fire, Chubut Park Gstaad, Glacier, Glacier 3000, Gstaad, Leonard's, Leonard's at Le Grand Bellevue Hotel, MaisonCailler, Park Gstaad, Pretty Yende, Saanenland, Ski Holiday, Skiing, Swiss Alps, Swiss Village, Switzerland, The lobby Park Gstaad -
‘A Perfect Stay’– Royal Malewane
‘A perfect stay‘ simply describe our bush weekend stay at Royal Malewane Safari Lodge which is situated within the greater Kruger National park in the Thornybush Nature Reserve – the lodge redefines the concept of solitude. “You ‘ll know the people that feed your soul…because you ‘ll feel good after spending time with them.” I…
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Tea Time at Hazendal Wine Estate
I took a journey into a centuries old Russian tradition at Hazendal ‘where heritage is celebrated through the introduction of contemporary architecture and design.’ Hazendal Wine Estate is a ‘unique winelands experience’ nestling in the Bottelary Hills, on Bottelary Road, in Stellenbosch. Whether you’re in search of indulgence, adventure, or simply a spot of relaxation,…
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Gåte Restaurant at Quoin Rock – By Day
While Shot Lefting in the Republic of Cape Town, I ventured out to Stellenbosch for a vegan lunch experience at Quoin Rock Wine Estate. Being a non-drinker surrounded by vineyards, one would wonder why I would venture out to a wine estate?…Well, there’s a growing trend where these wine estates are creating a wholistic culinary…
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Eat. Shop. Relax. at Yard 41
Nestled in the heart of the Midlands, in a town called Howick, the location of the Howick Falls and the Mandela Capture Site made famous by the impressive sculpture of Nelson Mandela, you will find Yard 41. Yard 41 is a unique retail and lifestyle experience with splendid views across the Umgeni Valley offering a…
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The Grove Green Cafe – Eat Well, Train Hard!
Located on 7th Avenue, Parktown, The Grove Green Café is another winner on the ever growing foodie scene in Joburg. I discovered this gem while roaming between meetings and needed a place to catch-up on emails before heading to another meeting. They serve my type of food – high protein, low carbs and natural ingredients.…
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Unspoiled Natural Treasure – The Wild Coast (Eastern Cape)
The last time I visited the Eastern Cape on holiday was in primary school, on a family vacay with my parents. From what I remember, it was an amazing holiday. In a way its trips like those that ignited my LOVE for travelling. Our mini vacay to the Wild Coast in the Eastern Cape was…
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Breakfast on a ‘STOEP’ – Fabled Foods
If you live in Joburg and have not been to Kramerville, do yourself a favour and visit the area. What used to be an industrial area is slowly transforming into Jozi’s furniture and décor district. While in the area, I stumbled upon Fabled Foods – another one of Jozi’s best kept secret. The restaurant is…
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Arbour Café and Courtyard
I’m a big fan of small, hidden cafes that offer a relaxed atmosphere with creative décor elements. This year I have decided that I want to do more features on some of these places paying particular attention to Johannesburg and Durban. I find that Cape Town seems to have an abundance of these places and…
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Couture Wonderland – La Galerie Dior
“Whatever you do – for work or pleasure – do it with passion! Live with passion…” – Christian Dior If I’m brutally honest, for me, Paris has lost its gloss…there were moments while roaming the streets, it felt like I was back in Johannesburg (South Africa). However being in Paris, you are somehow mesmerised and…
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Chorus – ‘The restaurant in the sky’
The dramatic concrete-and-glass building overlooking the magnificent landscape of the Waterkloof Wine Estate and neighbouring False Bay is a ‘beacon of architectural excellence’ and home to Chorus Restaurant.If you have an appreciation for architecture, picturesque surroundings and fine dining, Chorus ticks all the boxes. The brainchild of Bertus Basson, a renowned chef who’s food ‘philosophy…
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‘Come up, Slow Down’ – Gstaad
“Fill your life with experiences and have stories to tell…” It dawned on me while on-route to our family holiday with the teenagers, that our very first travel adventure as a family squad was when they were 8 and 6. I used to refer to them as ‘little people.’ Fast forward to today, the not…
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‘A Perfect Stay’– Royal Malewane
‘A perfect stay‘ simply describe our bush weekend stay at Royal Malewane Safari Lodge which is situated within the greater Kruger National park in the Thornybush Nature Reserve – the lodge redefines the concept of solitude. “You ‘ll know the people that feed your soul…because you ‘ll feel good after spending time with them.” I…
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Tea Time at Hazendal Wine Estate
I took a journey into a centuries old Russian tradition at Hazendal ‘where heritage is celebrated through the introduction of contemporary architecture and design.’ Hazendal Wine Estate is a ‘unique winelands experience’ nestling in the Bottelary Hills, on Bottelary Road, in Stellenbosch. Whether you’re in search of indulgence, adventure, or simply a spot of relaxation,…
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Gåte Restaurant at Quoin Rock – By Day
While Shot Lefting in the Republic of Cape Town, I ventured out to Stellenbosch for a vegan lunch experience at Quoin Rock Wine Estate. Being a non-drinker surrounded by vineyards, one would wonder why I would venture out to a wine estate?…Well, there’s a growing trend where these wine estates are creating a wholistic culinary…
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Eat. Shop. Relax. at Yard 41
Nestled in the heart of the Midlands, in a town called Howick, the location of the Howick Falls and the Mandela Capture Site made famous by the impressive sculpture of Nelson Mandela, you will find Yard 41. Yard 41 is a unique retail and lifestyle experience with splendid views across the Umgeni Valley offering a…
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The Grove Green Cafe – Eat Well, Train Hard!
Located on 7th Avenue, Parktown, The Grove Green Café is another winner on the ever growing foodie scene in Joburg. I discovered this gem while roaming between meetings and needed a place to catch-up on emails before heading to another meeting. They serve my type of food – high protein, low carbs and natural ingredients.…
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Unspoiled Natural Treasure – The Wild Coast (Eastern Cape)
The last time I visited the Eastern Cape on holiday was in primary school, on a family vacay with my parents. From what I remember, it was an amazing holiday. In a way its trips like those that ignited my LOVE for travelling. Our mini vacay to the Wild Coast in the Eastern Cape was…
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Breakfast on a ‘STOEP’ – Fabled Foods
If you live in Joburg and have not been to Kramerville, do yourself a favour and visit the area. What used to be an industrial area is slowly transforming into Jozi’s furniture and décor district. While in the area, I stumbled upon Fabled Foods – another one of Jozi’s best kept secret. The restaurant is…
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Arbour Café and Courtyard
I’m a big fan of small, hidden cafes that offer a relaxed atmosphere with creative décor elements. This year I have decided that I want to do more features on some of these places paying particular attention to Johannesburg and Durban. I find that Cape Town seems to have an abundance of these places and…
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Couture Wonderland – La Galerie Dior
“Whatever you do – for work or pleasure – do it with passion! Live with passion…” – Christian Dior If I’m brutally honest, for me, Paris has lost its gloss…there were moments while roaming the streets, it felt like I was back in Johannesburg (South Africa). However being in Paris, you are somehow mesmerised and…
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Chorus – ‘The restaurant in the sky’
The dramatic concrete-and-glass building overlooking the magnificent landscape of the Waterkloof Wine Estate and neighbouring False Bay is a ‘beacon of architectural excellence’ and home to Chorus Restaurant.If you have an appreciation for architecture, picturesque surroundings and fine dining, Chorus ticks all the boxes. The brainchild of Bertus Basson, a renowned chef who’s food ‘philosophy…
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‘Come up, Slow Down’ – Gstaad
“Fill your life with experiences and have stories to tell…” It dawned on me while on-route to our family holiday with the teenagers, that our very first travel adventure as a family squad was when they were 8 and 6. I used to refer to them as ‘little people.’ Fast forward to today, the not…
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‘A Perfect Stay’– Royal Malewane
‘A perfect stay‘ simply describe our bush weekend stay at Royal Malewane Safari Lodge which is situated within the greater Kruger National park in the Thornybush Nature Reserve – the lodge redefines the concept of solitude. “You ‘ll know the people that feed your soul…because you ‘ll feel good after spending time with them.” I…
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Tea Time at Hazendal Wine Estate
I took a journey into a centuries old Russian tradition at Hazendal ‘where heritage is celebrated through the introduction of contemporary architecture and design.’ Hazendal Wine Estate is a ‘unique winelands experience’ nestling in the Bottelary Hills, on Bottelary Road, in Stellenbosch. Whether you’re in search of indulgence, adventure, or simply a spot of relaxation,…
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Gåte Restaurant at Quoin Rock – By Day
While Shot Lefting in the Republic of Cape Town, I ventured out to Stellenbosch for a vegan lunch experience at Quoin Rock Wine Estate. Being a non-drinker surrounded by vineyards, one would wonder why I would venture out to a wine estate?…Well, there’s a growing trend where these wine estates are creating a wholistic culinary…
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Eat. Shop. Relax. at Yard 41
Nestled in the heart of the Midlands, in a town called Howick, the location of the Howick Falls and the Mandela Capture Site made famous by the impressive sculpture of Nelson Mandela, you will find Yard 41. Yard 41 is a unique retail and lifestyle experience with splendid views across the Umgeni Valley offering a…
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The Grove Green Cafe – Eat Well, Train Hard!
Located on 7th Avenue, Parktown, The Grove Green Café is another winner on the ever growing foodie scene in Joburg. I discovered this gem while roaming between meetings and needed a place to catch-up on emails before heading to another meeting. They serve my type of food – high protein, low carbs and natural ingredients.…
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Unspoiled Natural Treasure – The Wild Coast (Eastern Cape)
The last time I visited the Eastern Cape on holiday was in primary school, on a family vacay with my parents. From what I remember, it was an amazing holiday. In a way its trips like those that ignited my LOVE for travelling. Our mini vacay to the Wild Coast in the Eastern Cape was…
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Breakfast on a ‘STOEP’ – Fabled Foods
If you live in Joburg and have not been to Kramerville, do yourself a favour and visit the area. What used to be an industrial area is slowly transforming into Jozi’s furniture and décor district. While in the area, I stumbled upon Fabled Foods – another one of Jozi’s best kept secret. The restaurant is…
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Arbour Café and Courtyard
I’m a big fan of small, hidden cafes that offer a relaxed atmosphere with creative décor elements. This year I have decided that I want to do more features on some of these places paying particular attention to Johannesburg and Durban. I find that Cape Town seems to have an abundance of these places and…
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“Whatever you do – for work or pleasure – do it with passion! Live with passion…” – Christian Dior If I’m brutally honest, for me, Paris has lost its gloss…there were moments while roaming the streets, it felt like I was back in Johannesburg (South Africa). However being in Paris, you are somehow mesmerised and
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The dramatic concrete-and-glass building overlooking the magnificent landscape of the Waterkloof Wine Estate and neighbouring False Bay is a ‘beacon of architectural excellence’ and home to Chorus Restaurant.If you have an appreciation for architecture, picturesque surroundings and fine dining, Chorus ticks all the boxes. The brainchild of Bertus Basson, a renowned chef who’s food ‘philosophy
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“Fill your life with experiences and have stories to tell…” It dawned on me while on-route to our family holiday with the teenagers, that our very first travel adventure as a family squad was when they were 8 and 6. I used to refer to them as ‘little people.’ Fast forward to today, the not
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‘A perfect stay‘ simply describe our bush weekend stay at Royal Malewane Safari Lodge which is situated within the greater Kruger National park in the Thornybush Nature Reserve – the lodge redefines the concept of solitude. “You ‘ll know the people that feed your soul…because you ‘ll feel good after spending time with them.” I
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I took a journey into a centuries old Russian tradition at Hazendal ‘where heritage is celebrated through the introduction of contemporary architecture and design.’ Hazendal Wine Estate is a ‘unique winelands experience’ nestling in the Bottelary Hills, on Bottelary Road, in Stellenbosch. Whether you’re in search of indulgence, adventure, or simply a spot of relaxation,
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While Shot Lefting in the Republic of Cape Town, I ventured out to Stellenbosch for a vegan lunch experience at Quoin Rock Wine Estate. Being a non-drinker surrounded by vineyards, one would wonder why I would venture out to a wine estate?…Well, there’s a growing trend where these wine estates are creating a wholistic culinary
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Nestled in the heart of the Midlands, in a town called Howick, the location of the Howick Falls and the Mandela Capture Site made famous by the impressive sculpture of Nelson Mandela, you will find Yard 41. Yard 41 is a unique retail and lifestyle experience with splendid views across the Umgeni Valley offering a
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“Wonder at everything, even the most everyday things” I was in Cape Town (CT) for work and had a day to spare so decided to take a drive to Babylonstoren for brunch, the drive from CT is 45m. ‘Babylonstoren is a working farm with a hotel, spa, farm-to-table restaurants, winery and magnificent garden.’ The farm
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My dear friend Nandi and I went on a mini road trip to Hilton (KZN) for our reunion. It was a good excuse to get away from the hustle and bustle of Jozi and visit the Natal Midlands a place we spent a good 5 years of our lives. Arriving at the famous Hilton Hotel,
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Future Dubai Hotel Will Sit 21 Stories Underwater [Video] – http://pulse.me/s/8TBGK
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I attend a wedding in Namibia at the Windhoek Country Club, everything about this wedding was 1st class. The decor was elegant and classy, I loved the cake and the backdrop that was used behind the bridal couple. My absolute highlight was the church with the stained glass window, absolutely beautiful. The event planner gets
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An EPIC Movie!! When Nick Fury(Samuel L Jackson) appeared at the end of Iron Man and talked about the Avenger Initiative with Tony Stark (Robert Downy Jr), I left the movie extremely excited as I knew that something great was coming from Marvel Studios. A movie with other Superhero’s… I loved everything about the Avengers.
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A month leading to one of South Africa’s three ‘largest sporting events’ in the world, I was somewhat convinced by friends that I could ride the Cape Argus. “Really, me…on a bike for 110km, not so sure…” but somehow I fell for it and believed that it was something that I could challenge myself to
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