Italian cuisine
Finally, with no other interruptions, we get to go to Capito tonight. They used to be Capeesh in Brooklyn, Pretoria. And about 5 years ago they decided to move to The Club in Hazelwood. Amanda reserves a table for us. As we enter the neighbourhood we notice the power is off. Everything pretty much works … Continue reading Le Chant
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
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
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 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
Without fail Lupa has managed to treat us to a splendid evening once again. Their cosy, yet buzzing, atmosphere and hearty food, along with good wine. We shared the oven-baked snails and gorgonzola, melanzane al parmigiano and the T-bone. We sip the wine trying to make it last the whole evening and talk about family, … Continue reading Cozy Winter Evening
Date Night Dinner 