**This competition is now closed. Congratulations to the winner, Meggy Brink!** On Mother’s Day, I had some time to myself to go SOLO shopping. Not groceries. Not the usual pharmacy run. Shoes, accessories, dresses – all for me! And I loved every minute. I spent four hours (way too little if you ask me) trawling […] Read more…
Internet Inspo #37: Tomato Soup, Best Gifts For New Moms & More
Hihi. How are you on this lovely Friday? We’re keeping warm & busy – hope you do too. Here are 10 of my latest favourites links from the web: A Field Guide To Procrastinators. 10 Minute Creamy Tomato Soup. Love this bunny inspired nursery. Plug Casings Transformed – an easy but super effective DIY project for […] Read more…
Best Purple Ombré Cake In The World
A while ago I spotted the My Kitchen magazine in Pick n Pay & the cover literally shouted my name! There it was: the most unreal cake I’ve ever seen. So, I messaged my friend Karie who was instantly keen to tackle this project. Karie is the ultimate baking partner & we were so chuffed with […] Read more…
It’s here: the new, better, prettier Mineraline range
The Dead Sea is fascinating. A real mystery. A paradox. Firstly it isn’t an actual sea. It is a land-locked salt lake with banks that are over 400m below sea level. The hypersaline water has been evaporating for many many years which lead to rock salt formations & pillars. And you might have guessed that […] Read more…
Walkersons in Autumn is pure bliss
When you tell people that you are going to Walkersons in Mpumalanga you get lots of ooohs & aaahs. Before our visit last week I honestly did not understand why, but now I totally do & I can tell you that Walkersons deserves all those ooohs, aahs AND five hurrahs! It is literally just three […] Read more…
Mexican Style Pulled Pork & Cabbage Salad
When I came up with this pulled pork recipe, I was surprised how delicious & moreish it is. Even those who are not huge pork fans came back for seconds! And it is the perfectly paired with my old friend, Jamie Oliver’s Mexican Street Salad. I would say that you can have these two dishes […] Read more…
Internet Inspo #36 – A great financial habbit, table decor & more
Hey there. I’m thrilled that it is almost weekend & I’m equally excited that you are taking the time to read this. Without further ado: here is my list of awesome bits from the internet. Enjoy! So love these Table Décor Ideas for Fall (autumn). The Power Of Rethinking Happiness. Adopt this financial habit today. […] Read more…
My Latest Skincare Obsession: Dermalogica’s New UltraCalming™ Duo
When I attended the Dermalogica UltraCalming™ launch a while ago, I wasn’t actually surprised to learn that eight out of 10 people will suffer from sensitive skin at some point or another in their lives. What did come as a shock though is the realisation that my skin is also sensitive. (Denial?) Then I realised […] Read more…
It’s Time To Slide Into The Weekend At Hudsons The Burger Joint
I am yet to meet a person who does not like a hamburger. They are oh so yummy & can be customised to every taste & diet. Even if you’re banting, or are a vegetarian, burgers are still the best. And if you have ever been to Hudsons The Burger Joint then you will know that […] Read more…
A peek inside… Bronwyn Cane’s Eclectic Westdene Home
Being invited into someone’s home is really special. It is also very personal, so I always feel very honoured to take you on a house tour with me. Home tours give you a real sense of who the inhabitants are. What they’re about – their interests, where they’ve been & what they love. Turning A […] Read more…