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Wrapped in Stories: February & March Reads
‘Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we are.’ 4 Stars 1. The Eights – Joanna Miller A delightful read that follows an unlikely friendship between four women who attend Oxford University in 1920, the first year that women were formally allowed to receive degrees. Known as ‘the Eight’ because…
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‘Life is better with a Little Italian’ – Pink Mama’s
Pink Mama’s is housed within a beautifully restored home, its painted a signature soft pink. The indoor dining area opens onto a terrace overlooking the Padel courts. Pink Mama’s has that easy-going Italian charm where you instantly feel at home. The menu leans into classic Italian comfort food and us vegetarians have options to choose…
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January Book Review
…‘Love is crushing. Love is something you let yourself feel at your own peril, despite your better sense’… I read this book on a Saturday, and I couldn’t put it down, it was that good. A deeply moving story with an intricate throuple. The story follows a young woman nicknamed Daisy, later known as Jordan –…
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Exploring Joburg’s Culinary Delights at Mila Restaurant
Food tells a story that imprints memories. One thing about Joburgers — myself included — is that we truly appreciate the good life, and this was clear the day we headed out for a late lunch at Mila Restaurant at LXX in Sandton. From the moment we arrived, we stepped into an unhurried yet vibrant atmosphere, with patrons enjoying business lunches…
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2025 Reading!
“Something magical can happen when we read a good book.” Books have a unique power to take us to places we may never physically go – they offer an escape. The stories allow our imagination to travel freely, introducing us to new ideas, perspectives and igniting our imagination. Two years ago, I started being intentional…
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Finding my inspiration – Event Decor
After almost 6 months of not been active on my blog, due to a minor case of writer block and no inspiration. I finally found my mojo these last couple of months and realised just how much I missed writing and sharing my splendid experiences. Just recently I did a 60th dinner event for one…
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A night at the Saxon – another Splendid Experience
My visits to the Saxon Hotel are usually for work purposes, one never really get the opportunity to admire and take in the fact that the hotel epitomizes absolute luxury. From the minute you enter the six acres of lush landscape gardens, you get a sense that the hotel has been designed to capture its…
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Riding for a Purpose – Momentum 94.7 Cycle Challenge
On the 10th November 2012 I embarked on another cycling challenge and attempted the Momentum 94.7 to raise money for organizations that offer a range of services to individuals and families infected and affected by HIV and AIDS. These organizations provide Home-based/Community-based care services to ensure that the basic needs of people living with HIV and…
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Splendid Baby Shower
I attended a baby shower for my little sister from another mother and LOVED what her friends and sister put together for her. The attention to details was impeccable and I loved that they used their creativity with the little things, from the décor, to the cake selection…it was indeed another Splendid Experience. Kudos to the organisers.…
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Vovo Telo – Bakery & Deli
There’s a new bakery & deli that’s popping up everywhere called Vovo Telo, the 1st one that I visited was at 44 on Stanley (another hidden gem in Johannesburg that I will blog about soon) The one I visited recently was in Parkhurst and I had breakfast there. Vovo Telo has a warm, welcoming feeling with the…
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Wrapped in Stories: February & March Reads
‘Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we are.’ 4 Stars 1. The Eights – Joanna Miller A delightful read that follows an unlikely friendship between four women who attend Oxford University in 1920, the first year that women were formally allowed to receive degrees. Known as ‘the Eight’ because…
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‘Life is better with a Little Italian’ – Pink Mama’s
Pink Mama’s is housed within a beautifully restored home, its painted a signature soft pink. The indoor dining area opens onto a terrace overlooking the Padel courts. Pink Mama’s has that easy-going Italian charm where you instantly feel at home. The menu leans into classic Italian comfort food and us vegetarians have options to choose…
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January Book Review
…‘Love is crushing. Love is something you let yourself feel at your own peril, despite your better sense’… I read this book on a Saturday, and I couldn’t put it down, it was that good. A deeply moving story with an intricate throuple. The story follows a young woman nicknamed Daisy, later known as Jordan –…
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Exploring Joburg’s Culinary Delights at Mila Restaurant
Food tells a story that imprints memories. One thing about Joburgers — myself included — is that we truly appreciate the good life, and this was clear the day we headed out for a late lunch at Mila Restaurant at LXX in Sandton. From the moment we arrived, we stepped into an unhurried yet vibrant atmosphere, with patrons enjoying business lunches…
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2025 Reading!
“Something magical can happen when we read a good book.” Books have a unique power to take us to places we may never physically go – they offer an escape. The stories allow our imagination to travel freely, introducing us to new ideas, perspectives and igniting our imagination. Two years ago, I started being intentional…
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Finding my inspiration – Event Decor
After almost 6 months of not been active on my blog, due to a minor case of writer block and no inspiration. I finally found my mojo these last couple of months and realised just how much I missed writing and sharing my splendid experiences. Just recently I did a 60th dinner event for one…
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A night at the Saxon – another Splendid Experience
My visits to the Saxon Hotel are usually for work purposes, one never really get the opportunity to admire and take in the fact that the hotel epitomizes absolute luxury. From the minute you enter the six acres of lush landscape gardens, you get a sense that the hotel has been designed to capture its…
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Riding for a Purpose – Momentum 94.7 Cycle Challenge
On the 10th November 2012 I embarked on another cycling challenge and attempted the Momentum 94.7 to raise money for organizations that offer a range of services to individuals and families infected and affected by HIV and AIDS. These organizations provide Home-based/Community-based care services to ensure that the basic needs of people living with HIV and…
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Splendid Baby Shower
I attended a baby shower for my little sister from another mother and LOVED what her friends and sister put together for her. The attention to details was impeccable and I loved that they used their creativity with the little things, from the décor, to the cake selection…it was indeed another Splendid Experience. Kudos to the organisers.…
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Vovo Telo – Bakery & Deli
There’s a new bakery & deli that’s popping up everywhere called Vovo Telo, the 1st one that I visited was at 44 on Stanley (another hidden gem in Johannesburg that I will blog about soon) The one I visited recently was in Parkhurst and I had breakfast there. Vovo Telo has a warm, welcoming feeling with the…
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Wrapped in Stories: February & March Reads
‘Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we are.’ 4 Stars 1. The Eights – Joanna Miller A delightful read that follows an unlikely friendship between four women who attend Oxford University in 1920, the first year that women were formally allowed to receive degrees. Known as ‘the Eight’ because…
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‘Life is better with a Little Italian’ – Pink Mama’s
Pink Mama’s is housed within a beautifully restored home, its painted a signature soft pink. The indoor dining area opens onto a terrace overlooking the Padel courts. Pink Mama’s has that easy-going Italian charm where you instantly feel at home. The menu leans into classic Italian comfort food and us vegetarians have options to choose…
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January Book Review
…‘Love is crushing. Love is something you let yourself feel at your own peril, despite your better sense’… I read this book on a Saturday, and I couldn’t put it down, it was that good. A deeply moving story with an intricate throuple. The story follows a young woman nicknamed Daisy, later known as Jordan –…
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Exploring Joburg’s Culinary Delights at Mila Restaurant
Food tells a story that imprints memories. One thing about Joburgers — myself included — is that we truly appreciate the good life, and this was clear the day we headed out for a late lunch at Mila Restaurant at LXX in Sandton. From the moment we arrived, we stepped into an unhurried yet vibrant atmosphere, with patrons enjoying business lunches…
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2025 Reading!
“Something magical can happen when we read a good book.” Books have a unique power to take us to places we may never physically go – they offer an escape. The stories allow our imagination to travel freely, introducing us to new ideas, perspectives and igniting our imagination. Two years ago, I started being intentional…
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Finding my inspiration – Event Decor
After almost 6 months of not been active on my blog, due to a minor case of writer block and no inspiration. I finally found my mojo these last couple of months and realised just how much I missed writing and sharing my splendid experiences. Just recently I did a 60th dinner event for one…
-
A night at the Saxon – another Splendid Experience
My visits to the Saxon Hotel are usually for work purposes, one never really get the opportunity to admire and take in the fact that the hotel epitomizes absolute luxury. From the minute you enter the six acres of lush landscape gardens, you get a sense that the hotel has been designed to capture its…
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Riding for a Purpose – Momentum 94.7 Cycle Challenge
On the 10th November 2012 I embarked on another cycling challenge and attempted the Momentum 94.7 to raise money for organizations that offer a range of services to individuals and families infected and affected by HIV and AIDS. These organizations provide Home-based/Community-based care services to ensure that the basic needs of people living with HIV and…
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Splendid Baby Shower
I attended a baby shower for my little sister from another mother and LOVED what her friends and sister put together for her. The attention to details was impeccable and I loved that they used their creativity with the little things, from the décor, to the cake selection…it was indeed another Splendid Experience. Kudos to the organisers.…
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Vovo Telo – Bakery & Deli
There’s a new bakery & deli that’s popping up everywhere called Vovo Telo, the 1st one that I visited was at 44 on Stanley (another hidden gem in Johannesburg that I will blog about soon) The one I visited recently was in Parkhurst and I had breakfast there. Vovo Telo has a warm, welcoming feeling with the…
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‘Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we are.’ 4 Stars 1. The Eights – Joanna Miller A delightful read that follows an unlikely friendship between four women who attend Oxford University in 1920, the first year that women were formally allowed to receive degrees. Known as ‘the Eight’ because…
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Pink Mama’s is housed within a beautifully restored home, its painted a signature soft pink. The indoor dining area opens onto a terrace overlooking the Padel courts. Pink Mama’s has that easy-going Italian charm where you instantly feel at home. The menu leans into classic Italian comfort food and us vegetarians have options to choose…
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…‘Love is crushing. Love is something you let yourself feel at your own peril, despite your better sense’… I read this book on a Saturday, and I couldn’t put it down, it was that good. A deeply moving story with an intricate throuple. The story follows a young woman nicknamed Daisy, later known as Jordan –…
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Food tells a story that imprints memories. One thing about Joburgers — myself included — is that we truly appreciate the good life, and this was clear the day we headed out for a late lunch at Mila Restaurant at LXX in Sandton. From the moment we arrived, we stepped into an unhurried yet vibrant atmosphere, with patrons enjoying business lunches…
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“Something magical can happen when we read a good book.” Books have a unique power to take us to places we may never physically go – they offer an escape. The stories allow our imagination to travel freely, introducing us to new ideas, perspectives and igniting our imagination. Two years ago, I started being intentional…
SPLENDID EXPERIENCES 