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Breaking the stigma

Breaking the stigma

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:20 July 23
  • Post category:Press Release

BIC Shines a light on men’s mental health through self-care. Societal expectations of masculinity often place immense pressure on men, leading to feelings of isolation, stress, and reluctance to seek…

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Get Ready to Be Captivated

Get Ready to Be Captivated

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:20 July 23
  • Post category:FYI

MOYA Returns to the Stage with an Explosive Revamp and New Cast Members! Brace yourselves, circus enthusiasts! Zip Zap's sensational production, MOYA, is back and better than ever, dazzling audiences…

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Celebrate Christmas in July at Louisvale

Celebrate Christmas in July at Louisvale

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:20 July 23
  • Post category:Fine Wine and Dining/FYI/Press Release/Proudly SA wines

Louisvale Wines, a popular destination for wine lovers and event enthusiasts, invites guests to an enchanting Christmas in July dinner.  The event takes place on 28 July at 6pm and…

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LE RICHE, STELLENBOSCH CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIALISTS FOR 27 YEARS

LE RICHE, STELLENBOSCH CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIALISTS FOR 27 YEARS

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:20 July 23
  • Post category:Fine Wine and Dining/FYI/Press Release/Proudly SA wines

For 27 years, Le Riche have made it their business to produce the definitive expression of a Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon, to great acclaim. From the very beginning, Le Riche have pursued…

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The International Marimba & Steelpan Festival is back, celebrating African rhythms and global unity

The International Marimba & Steelpan Festival is back, celebrating African rhythms and global unity

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:20 July 23
  • Post category:FYI

Education Africa is delighted to announce the highly anticipated annual International Marimba & Steelpan Festival will take place over the weekend of 29 and 30 July 2023 at St Dominic’s School for…

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Cape Town voted best city in the world! Green Point hotel offers an incredible deal

Cape Town voted best city in the world! Green Point hotel offers an incredible deal

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:18 July 23
  • Post category:FYI/Press Release

South Africa and Cape Town have been named the best places in the world to travel, voted for by readers of The Telegraph in the United Kingdom. Yearly readers of the British newspaper…

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NIVEA’s First Ever Targeted 5-Minute Wrinkle FillerNEW: NIVEA Q10 Wrinkle Filler Serum

NIVEA’s First Ever Targeted 5-Minute Wrinkle FillerNEW: NIVEA Q10 Wrinkle Filler Serum

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:17 July 23
  • Post category:Beauty and Skincare

Meet NIVEA’s highly innovative Q10 TARGETED WRINKLE FILLER SERUM, a de-ageing treatment with instant 5-minute antiwrinkle results. What’s in the mix? Your skin gets an advanced 5% ACTIVE COMPLEX containing…

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New Steenberg Catharina vintage is an alluring fireside companion

New Steenberg Catharina vintage is an alluring fireside companion

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:29 June 23
  • Post category:Fine Wine and Dining/Press Release/Proudly SA wines

A new vintage of Steeenberg’s flagship red – Catharina – has just been released – perfect to break the winter chill. Chef Kerry Kilpin shares one of her hearty dishes…

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Savour Roodeberg with a traditional winter warming dessert

Savour Roodeberg with a traditional winter warming dessert

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:29 June 23
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Proudly SA wines/Recipes

Red wine and chocolate are a winning winter combo and with World Chocolate Day on 7 July, there’s no better time to indulge your sweet tooth have teamed up with…

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Caroline’s Red Wine Review is a treasure trove of the Cape’s most celebrated wines

Caroline’s Red Wine Review is a treasure trove of the Cape’s most celebrated wines

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:28 June 23
  • Post category:FYI/Press Release

Caroline’s Red Wine Review 2023, one of the most coveted tasting events on the South African wine calendar presented by Cape Town’s legendary Caroline Rillema, takes place in the V&A Waterfront…

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Hi! I’m Cisca, mother to Hudson and Levi and wife to Daniel. I am a lecturer by day and content creator / influencer at night. I have always loved Beauty and Fashion and my blog gives me the opportunity to be creative. This blog is also about finding yourself and feeling comfortable in your own skin. Motherhood can be a daunting experience and I’m here to share my ups and downs and at the same time review Get ready and enjoy this journey with me.

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