Ideas & inspiration
Meet me under the mistletoe: Can an old tradition take on new meaning?
Another in the series of doing Christmas differently Every year, whimsical traditions like ‘meeting under the mistletoe’ are introduced a new as festive season frivolity picks up. It’s all fun and games but I just can’t help wondering why we... Continue reading
The quickest and best way to convert festive grinches: cinnamon roasted nuts
There’s nothing quite like being super excited about something and having some doofus (like me last year) stomp all over your happily created parade. If you’re one of the people trying to embrace and reclaim the magic of the season... Continue reading
Learning to cook: one man’s journey from fed-up to au fait
We began the Online Cooking School with the hope of inspiring home cooks to delve into the art and enjoyment of cooking for family and friends. Food is after all one of the simplest ways to connect. Along the way we’ve heard some incredible... Continue reading
Get up close and personal with November’s free wallpaper
I love raspberries. I pop one on each finger and do horse racing impressions and then gobble them up one by one – each more delicious than the last. This beautiful berry galette, coming up on the blog soon, is... Continue reading
How to carve a pumpkin
While I am indeed a proud South African I do like to absorb popular traditions from other corners of this globe. And since Halloween just also happens to be my birthday, I thought I’d give the fun customs of Halloween a... Continue reading
An inspiring guide to the best wedding day drinks
Picture this scene: It’s a glorious day in your city. The sun has made its presence your friend. You look around and see familiar faces smiling, connected with yours and full of shared memories, relaxed and happily sipping on a... Continue reading
What kind of cook are you? Find your registry essentials and avoid the post wedding clutter
We’re all different. That’s what keeps life aboard planet earth interesting. If you’ve attracted your opposite, you might well be two different cooks navigating the same kitchen or perhaps you both share a passion for brewing quality coffee or frying... Continue reading
Simple is best with October’s free wallpaper
I don’t know about you but I have an uncanny knack to overcomplicate things. Over interpreting conversations, entangling myself in systems and situations and at the end of a hard day, cooking something that is better reserved for Sunday Lunches.... Continue reading
All you need to know about wedding stationery
Much like branding is to a business, stationery sets the tone for your wedding and helps guests know what to expect from your special day. It’s the first look into your wedding style and colour palette and ensures that guests... Continue reading
Heritage Day menu inspiration: hearty bobotie and milk tart
Some things are obvious when paired – warm scones smeared with jam and a dollop of cream, scrambled eggs and crispy bacon. But minced meat, nuts, sultanas and egg custard? It may not be a standard flavour combination, yet bobotie’s spice infused meat... Continue reading
