Wine
Tonight is one of those nights where we have a slight clash of plans. Amanda suggests that we do date night the evening before. But I think we can make it if we reserve for 8 o’clock close by. I call Turn ‘n Tender and Bret happily confirms a table for 2 persons inside. Although … Continue reading Turn ‘n Tender
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
The old house up on the hill looks spooky at night. It is a wonderful old house with high ceilings and wooden floors. To an extent, it has been modernized but retains its old charm. There is a graveyard under the old Jacaranda trees. A bird shrieks from the top branches, not sure what kind … Continue reading Dessert Wine
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