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We recently went away for a Gourmet Getaway to Swellendam. Organized by Alison from Schoone Oordt, this gave us the opportunity to try new restaurants. One of them being La Sosta. La Sosta Serving traditional Italian food, lovingly prepared by an Italian chef, expect a menu that starts with Antipasti. This is followed by primi, … Continue reading La Sosta, Swellendam, South Africa
Sometimes, the perfect getaway falls into your lap, like it did for us with Rose Cottage. Desperate for a weekend away I scoured suitable places within a 2 hour drive of us. I found Tulbagh Mountain Manor and everything sounded idyll. Rose Cottage We were warmly greeted upon our arrival, told to make ourselves at … Continue reading Rose Cottage, Tulbagh Mountain Manor
May 2021 was bracketed by two weekends away. The first was spent in Tulbagh with Eric and Bev. And the second at a gourmet getaway in Swellendam. Friends of ours from Knysna met us there and we had a superb time. May 2021 Savoury Recipes I started off by making a tahini and soy dressing … Continue reading May 2021 Showcasing In My Kitchen
Herbal Healing Day Would you like to win a chance to attend the Herbal Healing Day? One lucky prize winner will get to attend the retreat at no charge on either the 28th of August, or the 27th of November 2021. Time to Rest, Revive, Restore, Renew & Rejoice The retreat takes place at the beautiful Hearth … Continue reading Herbal Healing Day Retreat Give Away
How was April 2021 for you? Work wise it was of course like chalk and cheese to last year. In 2020 we were in hard lockdown, not allowed to leave our homes for anything other than an emergency, or to go shopping for essentials. This year, we worked and what a blessing that was. We … Continue reading April 2021 Showcasing In My Kitchen
On the 26th of March 2021 we had been in lockdown for exactly one year. The year has not been experienced the same way by everyone. And I am extremely aware of just how blessed I am. I have said this over and over again but want to say so again. I am blessed that … Continue reading March 2021 Showcasing In My Kitchen
February 2021 started off like any other February. It is financial year end for many companies and so they like to keep stock levels low. I did not have any great expectations for the month, and was really surprised when we exceeded our targets. It is also meant to be heat wave month where I … Continue reading February 2021 Showcasing In My Kitchen
January 2021 sped by at a rapid rate of knots. My parents left on the 1st to head back home. This gave Dave and I the weekend alone before going back to work. We decided to have breakfast out at The Hickory Shack and despite the fact I ordered the smallest meal, I got a … Continue reading January 2021 Showcasing In My Kitchen
As I like to focus on the positive, calling last year 20plenty seems quite apt. I had plenty of everything I needed. And for that I consider myself blessed. Work in December 2020 was no great shakes. But it was there and we worked right up until the 21st. That is when my parents arrived … Continue reading December 2020 Showcasing In My Kitchen
For those of you who know me through the blog, you know I am a planner. So my posts are written a month in advance. This allows me to travel, and to take time off from blogging when work is a priority. But, I left my November 2020 IMK post until the US election results … Continue reading November 2020 Showcasing In My Kitchen
October 2020 was meant to be the month we went overseas. Despite our borders being open this did not happen. Italy was on the 'green' list but would not allow South Africans to visit. And The Netherlands was on the red list. So instead Dave and I spent four days on a South African road … Continue reading October 2020 Showcasing In My Kitchen
September 2020 started with our on again, off again flights which I still have to blog about. I am waiting for the situation to resolve before I do so. However, I can tell you that on the 17th we decided to cancel our trip to Europe, making it the first time in 12 years we … Continue reading September 2020 Showcasing In My Kitchen
Your Guide to the Perfect Cup of Tea is a sponsored post with all content provided. Your Guide to the Perfect Cup of Tea You will be hard-pressed to find a culture that doesn’t drink tea in some shape or form. It is certainly one of the more popular beverages around the world. However, how … Continue reading Your Guide to the Perfect Cup of Tea
‘Soughtful Gifts’ by YOU’VE BEEN GIFTED Three sisters, who may well have journeyed different routes towards their collective creativity, share unmistakable artistry inherent in their DNA. Their combined expertise is manifested in each ‘soughtfully’* curated gift, to tell the many stories that are You’ve Been Gifted, or as they like to call themselves, YBG. *soughtfully … Continue reading YBG: You’ve Been Gifted | Soughtful Gifts
August 2020 crept in with me being sick. Nothing serious, just allergies taking over. The sore throat was knocked on the head with loads of different medications. I believe in attacking the viral infection from all angles. So I drank Corenza C and ACC200. Took Viral Guard and Sinus medication. Sucked on throat lozenges and … Continue reading August 2020 Showcasing In My Kitchen
For many people. this year has been all about keeping healthy. This is my perspective and based on my own opinions. I have done research to satisfy my own needs. But please consult with your healthcare provider if you feel sick or are uncertain. Understanding The Symptoms In my opinion, arming ourselves with knowledge helps … Continue reading Keeping Healthy In These Uncertain Times
If you have an abundance of zucchini or what we call baby marrows then make lots of batches of these courgette and feta scones. They make for a great addition to a lunch box and are perfect for a picnic. Head straight on to the Recipe For 
I used to keep buttermilk in the freezer to use when I needed it. But in December 2019 I tossed it when I cleaned the freezer out. Lorraine says it is easy to make buttermilk and I used her tips when I made these rosemary and lemon scones. Head straight on to the Recipe For … Continue reading Rosemary And Lemon Scones
It is time for International Scone Week and I am kicking off with a recipe for cream scones. According to Errieda du Toit in her recipe book Share, a good scone is like a classic string of pearls - suitable for any occasion. Head straight on to the Recipe For
Who knew what July 2020 would bring? All over the world things are slowly starting to open. And in some cases, Covid-19 cases are on the rise. In South Africa we could experience dining out again. If you wanted to be somewhere and wear your mask the entire time, unless you were eating or drinking. … Continue reading July 2020 Showcasing In My Kitchen
