Whether you’re looking for a romantic, intimate setting or a modern, informal eatery to celebrate the month of love, the capital's got it all. Here is my list of restaurants in Pretoria that I would highly recommend for Valentine’s Day: Prosopa - One of the Best...
The two wine cultivars – Cinsaut (previously known as Hermitage) and Pinot Noir – form an integral part of South African wine. In fact, these were the two cultivars that were used to create South Africa’s signature Pinotage 100 years ago. Today, these two cultivars...
Nature has a way to instantly lift my mood. Even just a stroll through the garden is often the perfect quick break from work. Having grown up in the Free State with its wide, open spaces and ample outdoor places to explore, the city sometimes feels a bit limited when...
Having opened at the beginning of November 2024, Die Kweekhuis is one of the new restaurants in Pretoria worth paying attention to this year. In fact, it’s a must-visit when it comes to the Pretoria food scene, especially if you have kids. Die Kweekhuis is the perfect...
When I tell people about the Slow Living inspirational talk I do, the first question I usually get asked is: “What is slow living?” So, I thought I’d pen the meaning and some benefits of slow living down, as it is through these two small words that I believe we can...
While the Festive Season has come to an end, summer is still here and there are certain things that I always have in my summer bag. Over the holidays, I’ve also finetuned the list a bit, to ensure that I am always prepared. So, herewith the list of things that I...
The pressure is on and, considering protests at fashion weeks and the crashing of runway shows of brands using leather, exotic skin and fur, it’s very real. When it comes to animal rights in the beauty and fashion world, the debate on whether or not to include exotic...
Elevate your style and your celebrations with the chicest accessory of the season: Cape Velvet Cream Strawberry. Considering its sleek new look and luscious strawberry taste, this velvety cream liqueur is undoubtedly the ultimate way to add a splash of sophistication...
Abigel Sheridan, founder of Chic Mamas Do Care says it all started in her living room in 2010. “I wanted to do something impactful to support education in South Africa; in under resourced areas and neighbouring communities around us.” At the time, she had been...
Having tasted Kiara Scott Farmer’s wines, having seen her passion and having walked through the cellar with her, I couldn’t be more thrilled when I heard the news! As winemaker at Brookdale Estate for the past five years (and counting), she has been selected as one of...