I’ve always been a fan of The Cape Town Gin Company’s gins, especially the beautifully fragrant Cape Town Pink Lady. Their gins are packed with truly South African flavours and botanicals. Also, each of the four gins supports a different NGO, so these guys are not afraid to give back …
Craigellachie Whisky held an intimate dinner experience at Marabi Club in the hub of Johannesburg’s downtown scene on Thursday, the 24th of March 2022. Marabi was transformed into an oasis for the Craigellachie Dinner Experience – dressed in wildflowers and oak toned decor, transporting guests to a unique brand incubation. …
As a true crime junkie (yes, I am a murderino, amongst other podcast obsessives) I knew about the “Moor Murders” before I started listening to this audio book. I find this type of ‘true crime historical fiction’ so thrilling! If you are familiar with ‘history’ (or not – remember, Wikipedia …
Daughter of the Moon Goddess(The Celestial Kingdom Duology #1) by Sue Lynn Tan Described by the author herself as an adult fantasy/YA cross-over, this debut novel was a true flight of fantasy – to use the cliché. I haven’t read much fantasy lately, and this book made me decide to …
If you are a “Tannie Maria Mysteries” fan, you have probably been counting down with me to the launch of “The Milk Tart Murders”! Yes, our favourite Tannie is back! And I must also admit, although Maria is a “Tannie” (Auntie, Aunt), I am one as well, so she is …
Another lunch! Another wrap! This time, I decided to add tuna to one of my favourite sides – tzatziki! I love the fresh combination of cucumber, mint and yogurt. And tzatziki is very versatile! Great as a side to braaied (it is a South African thing!) chicken, pork or beef. …
Another firm favourite – overnight oats! Haven’t tried it before? It is easy, convenient and delicious. The basics are pretty straight-forward – raw oats with yogurt or milk, left overnight in the fridge – ready for breakfast! No cooking required! You can add fruit, nuts, berries, honey and spices as …
MUSHROOM BURGER – MADE WITH…. MUSHROOMS! After the overload of meat the past month or so – my body is actually CRAVING veggies! And as most of you know – I do believe I am an undercover vegetarian! So, our last ‘braai for lunch during the week’ before we go …
I started a recipe blog called “Life is Too Short to Eat Lettuce” in 2015. At that stage I was a guru (in my own eyes) in healthy eating and was involved with a well-known weigh-loss organisation. Well, in the meantime a LOT has changed and I’ve gone the total …
The iconic Chateau Libertas has been a proudly South African staple for almost 90 years. I can remember it being a feature at braais and Sunday lunches ever since I can remember! While being quite affordable, it featured recently as a Top 10 wine in an established local wine report. …
