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    Franschhoek Exploring: Visiting the Franschhoek Village Market

    by Karisa Jul 31, 2018
    Jul 31, 2018

    This is part 2 of my “Franschhoek Exploring” series.  If you missed part 1 (Marigold Restaurant) – you can check it out over here. So on the Saturday morning we…

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  • Food & drink

    Franschhoek Exploring: Fantastic Indian flavours at Marigold

    by Karisa Jul 30, 2018
    Jul 30, 2018

    Back in March of this year I did a little weekend away with friends in beautiful Franschhoek… I know, I know, I’m hanging my head in shame that it’s taken…

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    Hopping from wine farm to wine farm with the Franschhoek Wine Tram

    by Karisa Jul 22, 2016
    Jul 22, 2016

    During my stay in Franschhoek a few weeks back, my friend Kim and I decided to finally try out the Franschhoek Wine Tram – something that’s been on my to…

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  • Places to stay

    My incredible stay at the Franschhoek Boutique Hotel

    by Karisa Jul 8, 2016
    Jul 8, 2016

    Last weekend I had the absolute pleasure of spending 2 nights at the very cute & oh-so-beautiful Franschhoek Boutique Hotel. Conveniently situated right in the center of the Franschhoek village,…

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  • Festivals

    Don’t miss out on the Franschhoek Bastille Festival happening 11 & 12 July

    by Karisa Jun 30, 2015
    Jun 30, 2015

    I’ve missed out on the Franschhoek Bastille Festival two years running now because of various scheduling conflicts…  but this year, trust me, NOTHING’s going to stand in my way… Why…

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  • Travel & excursions

    I get a whirlwind tour of a few Franschhoek gems

    by Karisa Jun 11, 2015
    Jun 11, 2015

    Franschhoek has always had a special place in my heart.  It’s such a gorgeous little town surrounded by some incredible wine farms, there’s really just no way anyone wouldn’t be…

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  • Events

    Varenka Paschke exhibition at Art In The Yard in Franschhoek

    by Karisa Mar 6, 2015
    Mar 6, 2015

    If you’re planning to take a drive out to the winelands and you happen to find yourself in the Franschhoek area this month, consider popping in at Art In The…

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  • Food & drink

    The beautiful ROCA restaurant on the Dieu Donné estate

    by Karisa Jan 24, 2014
    Jan 24, 2014

    From the moment you walk up the striking stone stairway, leading you all the way up to the ROCA sign, you just know you’re in for a treat… The ROCA restaurant is located…

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Hi! My name is Karisa. I’m a lover of good food & good wine, trying new things, travelling, adventure, having a good laugh, retail therapy and most importantly the city of Cape Town.

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Pug in the mist ❤️ #mistymorning #deerpark #pugsta Pug in the mist ❤️ #mistymorning #deerpark #pugstagram #myboibax
A short story about a boi and his (dental) stick # A short story about a boi and his (dental) stick #donttouch #puglifethuglife #pugstagram #myboibax
Wine & Dine Wednesdays at @harringtonsct is always Wine & Dine Wednesdays at @harringtonsct is always a winning idea.🍷❤️ This month they’ve partnered with @fairviewwineandcheese , not only for a tasting of 5 beautiful wines, but also by incorporating their delicious cheeses into the menu. Think mushroom arancini with Fairview brie, grilled sirloin with Fairview blue rock sauce & a lovely roasted citrus tart made with Fairview cream cheese… Everything was so good.👌🏼👌🏼 At only R375pp this remains one of the best nights out in Cape Town. Catch them again this coming Wednesday, you won’t regret it. 😏

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The stoep (aka veranda if you’re feeling fancy) h The stoep (aka veranda if you’re feeling fancy)  has become my favourite part of the house. It’s giving Karoo farm house, but in the city & I absolutely love it. ❤️

A space that looked pretty dire & joyless when we bought the house is now a place to relax with a glass of wine after a long day, catch up on the comings and goings of the neighbourhood & enjoy watching the cable car go up and down Table mountain.

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Floor tiles sourced through @uniontiles 
3 seater bench from @decofurnsa 
Striped outdoor cushions from @outdoorworkz 
Buck heads from @iconomy_sa 
Outdoor roller blind from @shadeworx_blinds 
Riempies bench sourced on FB Marketplace
Malawi chairs sourced 2nd hand 

#capeheritage #diyrenovation #capetownrenovation #housereno #heritagehome #renovationproject #itneverends 😉
Happy pugoween errrybody 💀👻🎃 #happyhalloween2025 Happy pugoween errrybody 💀👻🎃

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The Cardinal @ The Outlore Base - only 2 more chan The Cardinal @ The Outlore Base - only 2 more chances to experience this for yourself (Fri 19 Sep & Sat 20 Sep). It’s described as an immersive theatre experience, but honestly it’s not really something you can put into any box.  You simply have to go & I guarantee you, it will be like nothing else you have seen. 

Tickets via Quicket. 

#thecardinal #theoutlorebase #immersivetheatre
Swipe left for some food & wine sexiness 😏🍷 Every Swipe left for some food & wine sexiness 😏🍷

Every Wednesday @harringtonsct hosts Wine & Dine Wednesday where for R350 you get to enjoy a delicious 3 course meal paired with a wine tasting featuring a different wine estate each month. 

It’s a great deal, a lekka evening out & one of the best ways to celebrate making it to the mid-week point.

This month they’ve partnered with @fryers_cove_vineyards, the only vineyard within the Bamboes Bay ward on the West Coast & situated only 500 meters from the Atlantic Ocean.

You’ll get to taste 5 of their wines: 

• Fryers Cove Sauvignon Blanc
• Fryers Cove Chenin Blanc
• Fryers Cove Grenache Cinsault
• Fryers Cove Pinot Noir
• Doringbay Pinot Noir Rosé

There are only two more Wednesdays left with Fryer’s Cove - 20 & 27 Aug.  So get those reservations in now. To book, contact them on 078 916 7903 or bookings@harringtonstreet.co.za

#wineanddine #wineanddinewednesday #harringtonscocktaillounge #fryerscove
DETAILS BELOW 👇🏻👇🏻 A Camino with wine? Well say n DETAILS BELOW 👇🏻👇🏻

A Camino with wine? Well say no more 😉🍷 

We recently completed the Breedekloof Camino - a 5 day all-inclusive slackpacking hiking adventure in the Breede & Slanghoek Valley AND without a doubt an experience like no other.

Your starting point is just outside Rawsonville which is approximately a 90min drive from Cape Town. From there you follow a walking route ranging from 10 to 20km per day to explore the valley.  You get your walking done in the morning & finish around midday. Then you’re treated to a wine tasting & light lunch before being able to relax at your accommodation until dinner time.

It’s the perfect balance between challenging yourself but also being able to unwind & have fun.

What’s included?
- 5 days of hiking with an accredited guide
- Breakfast, walking snacks, lunch & dinner daily
- Drinks (wine, beer, non-alcoholic)
- Wine & gin tastings
- Beautiful accommodation
- Slackpacking service (they take your bags between accommodation spots)
- Safe parking for your car & a return shuttle back to it at the end of the 5 days

Need to knows:
- Max 12 people per group. You can either try get your own group together or join another group. You need at least 1 partner/buddy as the min booking requirement is for 2 ppl sharing. If you’re not too keen on sharing accommodation, then try get a group of 4 ppl together as most of the units sleep 4. We were only 2, but we met some great people & quickly became friends.
- The route is deemed medium difficulty, so you need to be relatively fit, but there’s no need for any special training beforehand & you certainly don’t need to be an elite athlete. If you enjoy longer distance walking, you’ll be fine.
- For rates & a detailed description of the route, check out their website.

If you’ve been looking for a unique getaway, this is it. Lots of little surprises along the way, a friendly & welcoming team, hospitality at its absolute best. You will love it. ❤️

#breedekloofcamino #breedekloofvalley #hikingsouthafrica #caminosouthafrica #hikingtrailssouthafrica 
#hikingwesterncape #hikingtrailsofinstagram
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