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Beyond My TBR: The Books That Defined My May
I started May with a list of books from my TBR that I wanted to read, but that all changed after attending the Franschhoek Literary Festival and the Kingsmead Book Fair, where I was introduced to some incredible authors whose books have just been included on TBR list. 1. The Dogs of Vivo – Sven…
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Three days of literature, dialogue and discovery – Franschhoek Literacy Festival (FLF)
“We come together not simply to celebrate books, but to celebrate what makes them possible; conversation, challenge, curiosity, and the courage to see the world differently.” This past weekend, I attended the Franschhoek Literacy Festival (FLF). Leading to the festival, I knew I wanted to make the most of my weekend at FLF and Franschhoek.…
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Between the Pages – April Reading.
1. This Book Made Me Think Of You – Libby Page ‘The real magic of books is when turning the final page doesn’t mean an ending but a beginning – a beginning that only you can write’ I honestly didn’t want this book to end, I enjoyed reading it so much. I was hooked from…
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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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Layover – Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino #Wanderlust Wednesday
“Blessed are the curious, for they shall have adventures” On route to Florence from Milan, I decided to add a layover in Portofino. I had stumbled upon some beautiful pictures of Portofino on Instagram, I just had to include it on my itinerary. I took a train from Como to Santa Margherita Ligure. Santa Margherita…
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Milano and Como – La Triola Italy (The Italy Trilogy) – Part 2
I had the best intentions to be more consistent with my blogging in 2020 but then life just kept happening. Adjusting to the ‘new normal’ has become somewhat of an extreme sports. We really are living in unprecedent times. I must say, I do miss being inside a plane and travelling to a destination unknown.…
Bellagio, Castello Sforzesco, Como, Como Cathedral, Duomo Di Milano, Grand Galleria Vittorio, Grand Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Il Salotto di Milano, Lake Como, Leaonardo da Vinci, Santa Maria delle Grazie, Sforza Castle, Teatro Alla Scala, The Duomo, The last supper-Milan, Villa del Balbianello, Villa Melzi d'Eril -
La trilogia Italy (The Italy Trilogy) – Part 1 – Venice
“Italy is a dream that keeps returning for the rest of your life.” Italy is one of the most iconic places for one to travel. Its diverse natural landscapes, cultural heritage, authentic Italian food and lifestyle will always be a dream like no other. Before the world went to lock-down, I got to wander through…
Burano, city of bridges, city of canals, city of water, Doges Palace, Hotel Danieli, italy, La Serenissima, Leornardo Da Vinci Museum, Murano, Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Piazza San Marco, queen of the adriatic, Restaurant Terrazza Danieli, Rialto Bridge, St Marks Basilica, St Marks Square, The bell tower, The bridge of sighs, The floating city, The grand canal, Torcello, Veneta, Venetian lagoon, Venice -
Fondation Louis Vuitton – Architecture + Art + Food
“I dream of designing a magnificent vessel for Paris that symbolizes France’s profound culture vocation” – Frank Gehry ARCHITECTURE Commissioned in 2006 by the LVMH Group as a contemporary art and performance space, The Fondation Loius Vuitton Building is a ‘Masterpiece”. Designed to look like a sailboat, Frank Gehry took his inspiration from the lightness…
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Weekend in Paris – ‘Joie de vivre’ (The joy of living)
If there’s one thing that I’m going to miss this year, is the ability to travel overseas. The impact of the Global Pandemic on how we travel will be life-changing. Some European countries have started welcoming tourism but the reality (and I speak for myself) it’s going to take some time for us to travel.…
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Beyond My TBR: The Books That Defined My May
I started May with a list of books from my TBR that I wanted to read, but that all changed after attending the Franschhoek Literary Festival and the Kingsmead Book Fair, where I was introduced to some incredible authors whose books have just been included on TBR list. 1. The Dogs of Vivo – Sven…
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Three days of literature, dialogue and discovery – Franschhoek Literacy Festival (FLF)
“We come together not simply to celebrate books, but to celebrate what makes them possible; conversation, challenge, curiosity, and the courage to see the world differently.” This past weekend, I attended the Franschhoek Literacy Festival (FLF). Leading to the festival, I knew I wanted to make the most of my weekend at FLF and Franschhoek.…
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Between the Pages – April Reading.
1. This Book Made Me Think Of You – Libby Page ‘The real magic of books is when turning the final page doesn’t mean an ending but a beginning – a beginning that only you can write’ I honestly didn’t want this book to end, I enjoyed reading it so much. I was hooked from…
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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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Layover – Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino #Wanderlust Wednesday
“Blessed are the curious, for they shall have adventures” On route to Florence from Milan, I decided to add a layover in Portofino. I had stumbled upon some beautiful pictures of Portofino on Instagram, I just had to include it on my itinerary. I took a train from Como to Santa Margherita Ligure. Santa Margherita…
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Milano and Como – La Triola Italy (The Italy Trilogy) – Part 2
I had the best intentions to be more consistent with my blogging in 2020 but then life just kept happening. Adjusting to the ‘new normal’ has become somewhat of an extreme sports. We really are living in unprecedent times. I must say, I do miss being inside a plane and travelling to a destination unknown.…
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La trilogia Italy (The Italy Trilogy) – Part 1 – Venice
“Italy is a dream that keeps returning for the rest of your life.” Italy is one of the most iconic places for one to travel. Its diverse natural landscapes, cultural heritage, authentic Italian food and lifestyle will always be a dream like no other. Before the world went to lock-down, I got to wander through…
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Fondation Louis Vuitton – Architecture + Art + Food
“I dream of designing a magnificent vessel for Paris that symbolizes France’s profound culture vocation” – Frank Gehry ARCHITECTURE Commissioned in 2006 by the LVMH Group as a contemporary art and performance space, The Fondation Loius Vuitton Building is a ‘Masterpiece”. Designed to look like a sailboat, Frank Gehry took his inspiration from the lightness…
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Weekend in Paris – ‘Joie de vivre’ (The joy of living)
If there’s one thing that I’m going to miss this year, is the ability to travel overseas. The impact of the Global Pandemic on how we travel will be life-changing. Some European countries have started welcoming tourism but the reality (and I speak for myself) it’s going to take some time for us to travel.…
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Beyond My TBR: The Books That Defined My May
I started May with a list of books from my TBR that I wanted to read, but that all changed after attending the Franschhoek Literary Festival and the Kingsmead Book Fair, where I was introduced to some incredible authors whose books have just been included on TBR list. 1. The Dogs of Vivo – Sven…
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Three days of literature, dialogue and discovery – Franschhoek Literacy Festival (FLF)
“We come together not simply to celebrate books, but to celebrate what makes them possible; conversation, challenge, curiosity, and the courage to see the world differently.” This past weekend, I attended the Franschhoek Literacy Festival (FLF). Leading to the festival, I knew I wanted to make the most of my weekend at FLF and Franschhoek.…
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Between the Pages – April Reading.
1. This Book Made Me Think Of You – Libby Page ‘The real magic of books is when turning the final page doesn’t mean an ending but a beginning – a beginning that only you can write’ I honestly didn’t want this book to end, I enjoyed reading it so much. I was hooked from…
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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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Layover – Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino #Wanderlust Wednesday
“Blessed are the curious, for they shall have adventures” On route to Florence from Milan, I decided to add a layover in Portofino. I had stumbled upon some beautiful pictures of Portofino on Instagram, I just had to include it on my itinerary. I took a train from Como to Santa Margherita Ligure. Santa Margherita…
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Milano and Como – La Triola Italy (The Italy Trilogy) – Part 2
I had the best intentions to be more consistent with my blogging in 2020 but then life just kept happening. Adjusting to the ‘new normal’ has become somewhat of an extreme sports. We really are living in unprecedent times. I must say, I do miss being inside a plane and travelling to a destination unknown.…
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La trilogia Italy (The Italy Trilogy) – Part 1 – Venice
“Italy is a dream that keeps returning for the rest of your life.” Italy is one of the most iconic places for one to travel. Its diverse natural landscapes, cultural heritage, authentic Italian food and lifestyle will always be a dream like no other. Before the world went to lock-down, I got to wander through…
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Fondation Louis Vuitton – Architecture + Art + Food
“I dream of designing a magnificent vessel for Paris that symbolizes France’s profound culture vocation” – Frank Gehry ARCHITECTURE Commissioned in 2006 by the LVMH Group as a contemporary art and performance space, The Fondation Loius Vuitton Building is a ‘Masterpiece”. Designed to look like a sailboat, Frank Gehry took his inspiration from the lightness…
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Weekend in Paris – ‘Joie de vivre’ (The joy of living)
If there’s one thing that I’m going to miss this year, is the ability to travel overseas. The impact of the Global Pandemic on how we travel will be life-changing. Some European countries have started welcoming tourism but the reality (and I speak for myself) it’s going to take some time for us to travel.…
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I started May with a list of books from my TBR that I wanted to read, but that all changed after attending the Franschhoek Literary Festival and the Kingsmead Book Fair, where I was introduced to some incredible authors whose books have just been included on TBR list. 1. The Dogs of Vivo – Sven…
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“We come together not simply to celebrate books, but to celebrate what makes them possible; conversation, challenge, curiosity, and the courage to see the world differently.” This past weekend, I attended the Franschhoek Literacy Festival (FLF). Leading to the festival, I knew I wanted to make the most of my weekend at FLF and Franschhoek.…
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1. This Book Made Me Think Of You – Libby Page ‘The real magic of books is when turning the final page doesn’t mean an ending but a beginning – a beginning that only you can write’ I honestly didn’t want this book to end, I enjoyed reading it so much. I was hooked from…
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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…
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After a long 16hour flight from South Africa(SA) to the United States (US) and spending another 7hours in transit to catch a 3hour30m connecting flight from New York (NY) to New Orleans (NO), I finally arrived in the Big Easy to meet up with my family to start our two week family holiday in the…
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Love working with clients that make what I love doing so effortless. She wanted an elegant, simple events. We went with Taupe colour palette and white flowers to bring in the elegance. Thanks to my supplier for getting the brief right. Thanks to my team for filling in and running the event. TS!
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Yesterday I had the honor of putting together a 21st event for a long time client’s daughter. Initially, the party girl did not want the party, but the family managed to convince her. My brief was to keep it simple, fresh and elegant. The event was held at a rooftop venue in Bryanston called Urban…
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During our courting years, one of the things that my +1 and I loved doing was taking spontaneous trips and discovering South Africa. We would select a location, take a drive and explore. It was effortless, this was our quality time. We particularly loved long weekend, it was a great excuse to take a short…
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Finding a food place that caters to my vegetarian lifestyle is a challenge, especially when looking for a place that offers more than just pasta, pizza, butternut salad or a toasted cheese sandwich. It was such a wonderful treat to have lunch at a 100% vegetarian restaurant that has wide selection of food to choose from. Situated…
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As I write my final blog post for 2016, I take this moment and reflect on the year that was…what a tough year. I am grateful that through all the curve balls that life threw, I still managed to do some travelling and will forever be grateful for the memories created along the way. Our…
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Its Travel Tuesday and this post is to encourage us to take more road trip. When I was growing up, I recall how my parents loved taking road trips. Their philosophy was, if you have a good working car, money for petrol and can afford a decent hotel, there’s really no excuse to take a…
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Love it when I take a wrong turn and stumble across hidden gems. In this instance, I stumbled across a place called Milk Bar an African-retro styled café located on Keyes Avenue in Rosebank. I decided to grab a bite to eat and catch up on my emails. I’m an adventurous eater but having adopted a vegetarian…
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I stumbled upon Tree Natural Concept this morning in between meetings in Umhlanga. ‘Tree Natural Concept is a wellness concept store combining tree yoga, a beautiful holistic yoga studio, and tree café, a café serving coffees, smoothies, juices and light meals.’ Decided to grab some brekkie and do some work while waiting for my next meeting. I…
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After spending 3 days in San Jose for my clients workshop, stopping in San Francisco before we went back home was what we needed. When one thinks of the iconic symbols of San Francisco, the following come to mind -The Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Cable cars and the houses from Full House (yes I grew…
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