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Stellenbosch throws open its doors for Garden Town 2022

Stellenbosch throws open its doors for Garden Town 2022

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:1 October 22
  • Post category:FYI

Lifestyle extravaganza offers spectacular array of walks and talks  The online programme for this year’s art, food and outdoor extravaganza - Garden Town Stellenbosch - has gone live! South Africa’s…

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Rooibos tea may be able to alleviate nasal allergies

Rooibos tea may be able to alleviate nasal allergies

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:29 September 22
  • Post category:FYI

For many South Africans that suffer from allergies, Rooibos (Aspalathus linearis) has been a welcome remedy, but up till now evidence has been scant to support this notion. Given the…

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Comic Con Africa Announces New International Talent

Comic Con Africa Announces New International Talent

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:21 September 22
  • Post category:Press Release

With only two days to go till the start of Comic Con Africa, the excitement continues to build as two new international talents are announced. Both known for their roles…

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Roodeberg adds a fresh twist to the traditional braai

Roodeberg adds a fresh twist to the traditional braai

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:20 September 22
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Recipes

Roodeberg, South Africa’s iconic heritage wine with a lifetime of stories in every bottle, is best enjoyed around the braai with family and friends.While Roodeberg has evolved over time since…

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SAMFA – Grilled Mushroom Salad Pizza

SAMFA – Grilled Mushroom Salad Pizza

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:16 September 22
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Recipes

Makes 2 medium sized pizzas Ingredients: ± 500g store bought pizza dough 2 large portabello mushrooms 2 garlic cloves, grated 250ml tomato based pizza/ pasta sauce 300g mozzarella, grated 150g…

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Tokara Cabernet Sauvignon rules in 10th Tim Atkin SA Report 

Tokara Cabernet Sauvignon rules in 10th Tim Atkin SA Report 

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:14 September 22
  • Post category:Press Release

Cabernet Sauvignon takes a bow once again in Tokara’s star-studded line-up of 10 wines with 91 points or more in Tim Atkin’s South Africa 2022 Special Report.High scores across all…

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Love at first bite with P!ckers by McCain

Love at first bite with P!ckers by McCain

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:14 September 22
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Press Release

In an effort to meet the demand for quality shared meal options, McCain's latest appetiser addition, P!ckers, will help restaurants offer consumers quality shared meal options. The post-pandemic era has…

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SAMFA – Braai Mushrooms with Chickpea Stuffing

SAMFA – Braai Mushrooms with Chickpea Stuffing

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:13 September 22
  • Post category:Let's Eat!/Recipes

Makes  8 Ingredients: Tahini lemon drizzle: 4 cloves garlic 80ml freshly squeezed lemon juice 150g tahini ½ tsp ground cumin Pinch salt Lemony breadcrumbs: 2 Tbsp olive oil 50g breadcrumbs…

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Atkin lauds top tier Steenberg Cap Classique and Sauvignon Blanc

Atkin lauds top tier Steenberg Cap Classique and Sauvignon Blanc

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:13 September 22
  • Post category:Press Release/Proudly SA wines

Steenberg’s signature Lady R Cap Classique and The Black Swan Sauvignon Blanc, both flagship wines of this idyllic farm in the Constantia Wine Valley, garnered high acclaim once again in…

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The 2022 SA Olive Award Winners Announced

The 2022 SA Olive Award Winners Announced

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:13 September 22
  • Post category:Press Release

The 17th annual SA Olive Awards took place at an exclusive luncheon at the picturesque Laborie Wine Estate in Paarl on Thursday, 8th of September 2022. Judged by an expert panel of international…

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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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