Easter time entertainment comes in many forms. Take a trip on the wild side, or settle in for something cosier – either way, Here are 5 Tips to Enjoy Easter 2023…
Tag: foodie
DIY Food Trend: Iced Coffee Recipe with a Home Brew
Enjoy the daily elixir of life with an open mind, and give DIY Iced Coffee a try.
This is how my attempt, using excellent beans from local coffee maestro Mischu Coffee, went…
Travel Europe (Review): Volkshotel, in Amsterdam
In the city of canals comes a hotel that stands out even among the infamous Canal Houses and artist stop-ins.
Here’s why Volkshotel does Amsterdam justice in the spirit of its reputation as a culture and design destination, AND as the party stop-in of The Netherlands….
Anatomy of Good Tea: The Tea Chest’s PLŪKT Peace & Pleasure
PLUKT (available from The Tea Chest) – Inventing alternative green and caffeine-free black teas.
Here’s why you should add their Nordic Black Tea to your Tea Chest…
Holiday Gift Guide 2022: Tasteful Presents for the Stylish & Unique
The very best in unique, fun, and tasteful holiday gifts, is right here!
Shop South Africa’s well-vetted best – a curated Christmas gift guide filled with a few picks that would delight even the most discerning person this festive….
Sparkling Wine Pedigree: The Bubbly & Beautiful Simonsig MCC
You don’t need to head to Champagne for the best in Sparkling Wine. Simonsig Wines make the bold bubbly case. Here’s why MCCs like the Kaapse Vonkel range are Must-Haves…
Travel South Africa: The Catalyst Hotel
Sustainable Green Travel and urban luxury come together in NEWMARK Hotels latest Johannesburg outpost.
Find out why The Catalyst Hotel makes for a premium-comfort aparthotel stay…
Travel Europe (Review): Chapter Roma Hotel, in Italy
Balance history and modern luxury, at Chapter Roma – one of Europe’s coolest value-for-money hotels, in Italy’s capital!
Here’s why every local and traveller is heading to this urban chic hotel in the heart of Rome…
Sign of the Wines: Two South African Wines Worth Your Time
Relatively easy to find, and even easier to enjoy: The Radford Dale wines, as well as Jordan Wines Timepiece selection, make a case for high quality South African wines for every drinking occasion…
Travel Europe: How to Unlock the City with ‘I Amsterdam’
Unlock Amsterdam with one card that lets you travel for free, dine for a steal, and see the city attractions at a much-needed discount. This is why the I Amsterdam Card is the best Eurotrip Travel Hack…
Travel Europe (Review): 25Hours Hotel Bikini Berlin
Chart a path across Europe with one hotel brand bringing funk to over 10 destinations – Case in Point: 25Hours Hotel Bikini Berlin – The best of new & old world Berlin perfectly encapsulated here…
Top 5 Stylish Safe Stays in The Cape: A 2022 Hotel Guide
Here’s why these Cape hotel picks rank in the hospitality Top 5, for one of Africa’s finest travel destinations…
Welcome to the 2022 Stylish Safe Stay Shortlist!
Stylish Safe Stay: Grande Roche Hotel
Escape to absolute luxury in the Cape Winelands – where celebrated Chef Kevin Grobler takes visitors on taste adventures, and this countryside grand dame delivers outstanding hospitality.
Find your ideal suite and dining adventure at Grande Roche Hotel now ✅ Another #StylishSafeStay …
Culinary Quest: Mulberry & Prince
Mulberry & Prince does brunch different – from their Mimosas to their breakfast menu picks.
Find out if they’re the right fit for your next brunch meet…
Stylish Safe Stay: Pearl Bay Villa, by Beach House Collection
Find out more about how the ocean villa that Beach House Collection offers up to you, is a masterful travel temptation complete with cinematic cosy style, lesser-travelled coastal vistas, and a unique opportunity to sate your wanderlust with luxury African hospitality…
Galileo Open-Air Cinema: Movie Magic Under the Stars
Outdoor venues in and around the city, are always choice for weird and wonderful experiences.
Find out whether the Galileo Open-Air Cinema is a worthwhile experience for movie boffins, families, and others alike…
Culinary Quest: To Unconventional Breakfasts
What’s the most interesting breakfast you’ve ever had?
I’m fascinated by how breakfast menus around the world now have genre-bending range beyond the eggcellent Full English Breakfast.
Find out how things have changed…
Travel Essentials: The Dire State of The Hotel Coffee Station
Some Travel Essentials aren’t the ones you pack, but the ones you arrive to.
Read on as I plead my case for refreshing the hotel Tea & Coffee Station…
Anatomy of Good Tea: Spilling Teabag Recommendations
Quality isn’t all in loose leaf teas.
Find out how to make the most of your teabags, tea brand recommendations, and what it takes to brew the perfect cuppa now…
Cocktails in the City: Exploring Cape Neighbourhoods by Drink – Part II
From Cosmopolitan Cocktail orders, to winelands offering alcohol and incredible vistas, start exploring the neighbourhoods I’m travelling in my own area.
Oh! And we’re travelling by drink…
Anatomy of Good Tea: How to Brew a Decent Loose Leaf & Tea Bag Cuppa
The construction of the perfect cup of tea is not much of a secret.
From water temperature to tea flavor types and instruments, here’s the tea on how I, and even Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, like our Afternoon Tea brewed…
20 Wines Under $20: Proudly South African & Good?
South Africa is abundant with delectable and relatively inexpensive wine choices from our esteemed and storied wine country.
Here’s a list of 20 wines produced in South Africa, for $20 or less…currency-willing!
Culinary Quest: GINJA Restaurant
Is GINJA Restaurant your next reasonable stop-in at the Waterfront – for food, vino, or even views?
Check out why any hungry foodie, travelling hoard, couple, or family, should choose to dine at this Newmark Hotels restaurant in the Cape…
Cocktails in the City: Exploring Cape Neighbourhoods by Drink – Part I
From Experiential Cocktail kitchens, to Rooftops overlooking incredible vistas, start exploring the neighbourhoods I’m travelling in my own city.
Oh! And we’re travelling by drink…