Earlier I wrote already an article about the Oranjezicht City Farm (OZCF). The unexpected piece of farmland in the middle of Cape Town’s Oranjezicht neighbourhood. And of course these beautiful vegetable, herb and fruit gardens produce fresh ingredients. And…
The Silvermine Nature Reserve, which is near Noordhoek and Constantia, is a good place for hiking. It’s close to the city and therefore the ideal nature reserve to escape from the busy daily life. Also, comparing to hikes up Table Mountain which start at…
In the middle of the city of Cape Town, there is this very special place. An oases of peace in a busy city, with the majestic Table Mountain as backdrop: I talk about the Oranjezicht City Farm. Last week…
Most of the people who ever visited Franschhoek have been on the Franschhoek Pass. The place to be for great views of the valley, and, if you come from direction Hermanus/Villiersdorp/Robertson; the best and by far the quickest way…
Since a few years me and the Other Half have transformed from lazy food-obsessed, slightly overweight not so fit people to a fit, sporty couple, who love to work out. Still food-obsessed, but at least not too heavy any…
In 1989 plans were made to build a big water storage dam, to capture rain fall water during winter to supply Cape Town during the dry South African summers. Location of the new project: Franschhoek. Years and years of…
I am such a lucky girl. A while ago The Other Half surprised me with a helicopter flight over Cape Town. I love Cape Town and I love to fly, so guarantee for success, right? Well, yes. In the end…
One of the oldest wine domaines of the Cape is Boschendal in Franschhoek. Founded in 1685, this wine estate is one with a rich history. The beautiful backdrops of the dramatic mountains in the Wemmershoek valley, together with the…
A while ago me and The Mister did a hot air ballooning flight near Paarl/Wellington. And it was truly an amazing experience! Between November – April, every day at sunrise (depending on weather) you can enjoy your romantic and special…