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Album review: Nathan Smith – Here’s to the now

Album review: Nathan Smith – Here’s to the now

by Renate Engelbrecht | Sep 22, 2020 | FEATURED POST 2, LIFESTYLE

I am a huge fan of acoustic guitar. And, if it comes with a rugged-looking guy who sings deep, meaningful lyrics, I’m sold. Nathan Smith’s latest album, Here’s to the now had me listening to some of the songs on repeat just because the guitar was so beautiful and the...

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It's not every day that I get to take this hunk of It's not every day that I get to take this hunk of a husband to an event with me, but this week, the Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff invited us to celebrate the launch of their stunning Lobby Lounge with them and it was such a pleasure to have him by my side. 

As the year draws to a close, the one person who stood by my through all of my SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY dreams, plans, executions and even more dreams, was Wikus. He never doubted my abilities and continues to encourage me to dream big. 

Thank you, Wikus, for always believing in me. For allowing me to chase my dreams.
About last night... What a wonderful Lobby Loung About last night... 

What a wonderful Lobby Lounge launch at @fsjohannesburg ! Thank you team Westcliff for having us. What a beautiful, versatile space. Wishing you only wonder and success with this new addition to the hotel's already luxurious offering. 

#fourseasons #westcliff
I spent the morning diving into Range Rover’s Lond I spent the morning diving into Range Rover’s London Collection and trust me - it’s everything understated luxury should be! Beautifully crafted, functional, timeless.

All the details are on the SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY blog. Head to the link in bio to read more.

https://www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za/range-rovers-london-collection-modernist-luxury-for-the-conscious-collector/

#timelessluxury #rangerover #capsulecollection
A visit to @lamottewine is always a must. Especial A visit to @lamottewine is always a must. Especially if it comes with a quick stop at the Artisanal Bakery & Garden Café. 

#bakery #lamotte
From my recent interview with KAMERS/Makers' CEO a From my recent interview with KAMERS/Makers' CEO and Co-Owner, Ben-Carl Havemann. Today is the last day of the KAMERS/Makers market in Sandton and a stroll through the stalls comes highly recommended! 

Keen to learn more about the impact of big importers like SHEIN and TEMU's effect on our creative economy? Listen to the full episode (episode 34) on the SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY podcast, available as video podcast on YouTube and Spotify, and as audio only wherever else you listen to your podcasts. 

Join the conversation and let's educate ourselves on the reasons why it's so important to support local. 

#supportlocal #KAMERSMakers
Today is the final day of @kamersmakers in Sandton Today is the final day of @kamersmakers in Sandton and I cannot recommend it enough! Grab a glass of @babylonstoren wine, stroll through the stalls and support local. The perfect way to spend a slow Sunday. 

Also, remember to listen to the latest SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY podcast episode, where CEO and Co-Owner, Ben-Carl and I chat about the influence of cheap Chinese imports on our local creative economy. 

Happy Sunday! 

#supportlocal #kamersmakers
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