Finding a “the best of” restaurant is not exactly the easiest task, especially if it’s a more “generic” menu item like steak, ribs, schnitzels etc – everyone has their own opinion and most restaurants offer those meals. Now, Margaritas is a steak and seafood house where I’ve been eating, with my family, for almost 10 years now. Margarita’s was my very first experience of western fine dining and has been [...]
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Before going to Taiwan, my cousin, Christine, advised us to take a trip to a certain cafe. It’s become one of my favourite cafes and is called 85 °C Cafe and Bakery. This coffee shop specialises in desserts and afternoon tea. Their menu has quite a variety including: full cakes cake slices cheesecake rolls pastries decent coffee flavoured teas (hot and cold) lattes mocha slush smoothies and one of my favourite Taiwanese beverages [...]
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After having read several reviews on this burger joint, Jean and I decided to get involved and visit The Dogs Bollocks Restaurant in Cape Town. Most of the comments pointed out that this spot is unpretentious, with affordable wine, has a relaxing atmosphere and has the best burgers in town. We missioned to The Dogs Bollocks and even though it was a bit hard to find the location (simply because [...]
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On the weekend of Jean’s mom – Hilary’s 50th birthday, myself, Jean, Claire, Roxy and Faeez drove down to Knysna for a weekend of sailing on a Lightleys Holiday Houseboat, which Pierre organised well in advance. The only thing we forgot to consider was the weather. That weekend comprised pouring rain,harsh and icy gusts of wind as well as booming laughter and sweet memories that will last a lifetime. On [...]
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Thanks to Cape Town Magazine, Mount Nelson and The Orient Express, I won a wine and dine dinner at Mount Nelson Hotel for four. I booked the dinner for the 25th of March and, Jean, my sister – Jasmine, our good friend – Rozalle and I, indulged in an evening of luxury food and wine. The food and wine pairing 7-course dinner is a monthly occurrence at The Garden Room [...]
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This delightful little restaurant is in Sea Point, nearby where my old flat used to be. Caturra Coffee Bar is one of my favourites for a reunion with a friend. I will admit I always have the same meal every time I visit, which includes their savoury pancakes of sautéed mushrooms and chicken, and their hot chocolate. I can’t say much for the other meals, but I can guarantee that [...]
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