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WINE CONCEPTS INVITE WINE LOVERS TO THEIR 5TH ANNUAL GRAPE ESCAPE FESTIVAL ON 29 MAY 2025

WINE CONCEPTS INVITE WINE LOVERS TO THEIR 5TH ANNUAL GRAPE ESCAPE FESTIVAL ON 29 MAY 2025

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:6 May 25
  • Post category:Entertainment/FYI

Wine Concepts are thrilled to invite wine lovers to their 5th annual Grape Escape Wine Festival at Moyo Restaurant, Kirstenbosch on Thursday, 29th May from 18.00 to 21.00. Following the…

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ENTRIES ARE OPEN FOR THE 2025 DINERS CLUB BARISTA OF THE YEAR COMPETITION

ENTRIES ARE OPEN FOR THE 2025 DINERS CLUB BARISTA OF THE YEAR COMPETITION

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:6 May 25
  • Post category:FYI

As Diners Club International celebrates its 75th birthday, entries officially opened for the 2025 Diners Club SA Barista of the Year competition on 2 May 2025. Coffee Shops and baristas…

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JOIN CELEBRATED CHEF AND CHARCUTERIE WHIZZ NEIL JEWELL FOR A HANDS-ON CHARCUTERIE WORKSHOP

JOIN CELEBRATED CHEF AND CHARCUTERIE WHIZZ NEIL JEWELL FOR A HANDS-ON CHARCUTERIE WORKSHOP

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:29 April 25
  • Post category:FYI

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Midweek Magic in the Bay

Midweek Magic in the Bay

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:13 February 25
  • Post category:Entertainment/FYI

Starting Wednesday, 26 February 2025, Cape Town’s favourite vibrant market, Bay Harbour Market is turning up the charm with a brand-new midweek food and drink experience. Every Wednesday from 5 PM to…

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QUEENS UNVEILS STAFF CURATED SUMMER COCKTAIL MENU & INTIMATE VALENTINE’S AFFAIR

QUEENS UNVEILS STAFF CURATED SUMMER COCKTAIL MENU & INTIMATE VALENTINE’S AFFAIR

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:12 February 25
  • Post category:Entertainment/FYI

Cape Town’s vibrant nightlife meets luxury Lounge- is bringing a fresh and innovative twist to Cape Town’s cocktail scene with a limited-edition summer cocktail menu, available until March. Designed to celebrate…

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Beiersdorf Announces Appointment of New General Manager for Southern Africa

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:21 November 24
  • Post category:FYI

Beiersdorf is pleased to announce the appointment of Genasha Naidoo as the new Managing Director for Beiersdorf Southern Africa, effective October 2024. With over eight years of dedicated service at…

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WORLD SUGAR WEEK SHINES SPOTLIGHT ON HIDDEN SUGARS AND HEALTH RISKS

WORLD SUGAR WEEK SHINES SPOTLIGHT ON HIDDEN SUGARS AND HEALTH RISKS

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:21 November 24
  • Post category:FYI

As World Sugar Awareness Week (18-24 November) kicks off, experts are sounding the alarm about excessive sugar intake in South Africa, where the average daily consumption far exceeds World Health Organisation (WHO)…

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RETREAT TO VERGENOEGD LÖW THIS WINTER

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:26 April 24
  • Post category:FYI

There’s nothing quite like a special getaway to Vergenoegd Löw in Stellenbosch. One of the country’s oldest working farms dating to 1696, it offers visitors a peaceful haven of rest…

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Samsung Making Small Changes: Designed With The Planet In Mind

Samsung Making Small Changes: Designed With The Planet In Mind

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:23 April 24
  • Post category:FYI

As Samsung, we would like to take you through our progress to date and proudly showcase the leading role we have played in the last few years, in support of…

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Cadbury is back with another fun-filled Easter adventure for Mzansi

Cadbury is back with another fun-filled Easter adventure for Mzansi

  • Post author:Cisca de Kock
  • Post published:15 March 24
  • Post category:FYI

Easter is a season of fun, togetherness, and giving. In true Cadbury style, Mzansi’s most generous chocolate, is once again encouraging you to embrace the magical tradition of hiding your…

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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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Special and sad day today. Today 8 years ago you t Special and sad day today. Today 8 years ago you took your last breath Mommy. Today, we are thankful for your 68th birthday Daddy. Mommy you always worried that we would forget you, but you made sure to rise up on a day that we will always remember you. Forever and always with us 🫶🏻
Celebrations @flagstonewines this afternoon. What Celebrations @flagstonewines this afternoon. What an incredible year you have had. Your passion and thrive to be the best clearly showed today. Wishing you many more successful years ahead.
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