Author: Lauren Morling

If you’re an environmental lobbyist, then make sure you join other Capetonians in the Moonlight Mass bike ride at the end of the month. Despite the name, this monthly event is anything but church related, and aims to raise awareness of Cape Town’s exceptionally high carbon emission rate. The ride promotes less environmentally taxing forms […]

With many weeks of school holidays ahead, continuing to find ways to keep your children entertained (and away from the TV) can seem a bit daunting. You can rest assured that there are plenty things to do in Cape Town that will keep kids from bouncing off the walls. Here are some great educational and […]

If you’re a fantasy-fanatic (proud or closeted), I am pleased to say that you will enjoy the following finds. I am a huge Harry Potter fan, and although I don’t have much love for The Lord of the Rings or The Hobbit, I can safely say that I would still love to visit the locations […]

It’s not a secret that the shops get unbearably full during the month of December, leading up to Christmas. Families are out in full force, irritating slow-walkers appear out of nowhere, and inconsiderate shoppers lose all sense of common decency. If you just can’t face the stress of the festive rush again this year, have […]

I often find myself taking necessary “sunshine breaks” during the week with the content team. These chats and important “team meetings” tragically tend to steer towards food, and recently – with the balmy summer days upon us – exotic cocktails. All of these chats and debates about refreshing summer drinks that we can’t enjoy have […]

Christmas Carols are a wonderful way to get into the Christmas spirit and are also a great way to spend some quality time with family and friends during the festive season. So pack your picnic baskets with delicious food and drinks, shake out your blankets, buy or make your own candles, and get ready for […]

With the balmy summer ahead of us, there are going to be plenty days spent stretched out on the beach, hoping to soak away our pale wintery layers. After a day spent in the sun and sand, there is no better way to end it off than by nursing a refreshing cocktail at a trendy […]

Let’s admit it. We all love a holiday that allows us to get showered with delicious treats and goodies, even if we don’t know the meaning of the tradition. I’m sure you’ve dressed up in your younger years to go trick or treating, and have probably gone on to dress your own kids up for […]