Tis the season to be merry. This year it has sneaked up on us like every other year since being an adult with children. Trying to conclude work and entertain the little ones who are on school holiday. I would say it is a rather busy time of the year. My love languages are Quality … Continue reading O Christmas Tree
This evening we have a reservation at Capito restaurant in Pretoria. We cancel and opt for something a little closer to home. Our normal means of transport is in for a service and must stay overnight. We are not comfortable with using our backup to go all the way to Hazelwood. This is the 2nd … Continue reading Baby Kingklip à la Godfather
We heard about a new fine-dining restaurant in Pretoria called Alēia and decide to try it out. We arrive early and get some photos outside while it is still light. I order a single Jameson with soda and Amanda the Aperol Spritz. We sit down and unwind, by Thursday evening we need some unwinding. The … Continue reading Alēia
When Amy and Andre, the owners of Salsa and Lupa Midstream, invited us to their new store opening in Waterfall we felt honored and promptly accepted. After all, we only live once. At the new Lupa Osteria Waterfall Wilds, Aperol Spritz awaits us as we enter the door. A familiar ambience greets us as we … Continue reading Si vive una volta sola
As an influencer, Amanda was invited to the re-opening of the Scotch and Soda store in Sandton City. The event was also the launch of their summer collection. Aloha Amsterdam meets Elvis. Their outfits have a mix of classic and contemporary. I found myself eyeing a few items. Apart from dazzling us with the new … Continue reading Scotch and Soda
Bedfordview is quite the drive for us, but the restaurant we are going to is worth it. Wanting to have something to drink and not worry about driving we take an uber. The street in front of the center is so busy the driver has a hard time finding a spot to drop us off. … Continue reading Yamitsuki
A few years ago Mexican restaurants were not common in South Africa. There were no franchise stores. Only the odd Cantina somewhere in a neighbourhood in Johannesburg or Capetown. Then someone saw the opportunity. They took a trip to Mexico, brought back authentic cuisine, and created a casual dining experience. It became an instant hit … Continue reading Alcohol you later
It is rare that we go back to the same restaurant within a month. But Doppio Zero sent me a R100 voucher to use in the month of my birthday. So, I had a look at the loyalty points that I had accumulated, and combined with the voucher, it seems like a great idea. Once … Continue reading Birthday Month
I have always wanted a pair of classic Rayban aviators. Most stores seem to only stock the size 58, which without going into technical details is extra-large. My head, for no obvious good reason, is even larger, so I need a 62. Woolies has launched a Sunglass Hut in-store not far from the actual Sunglass … Continue reading Prosecco and sunnies
I think Doppio Zero is the longest surviving restaurant in the Southdowns Shopping Centre. It is a charming farm-style centre but we have seen a few restaurants come and go over the years. I fondly remember Barn 54 with a magnificent view and The Publican with its gin bar. I neglect to make a reservation, … Continue reading Alvi’s Drift
Date Night Dinner 