Author: Roseanna McBain

When wet weather strikes in full force (as it’s currently doing in Cape Town), it’s hard to keep the little ones entertained indoors, barring putting them in front of the television. If you’re running out of ideas on how to keep them busy, consider these fun and easy suggestions, which will keep them entertained for […]

It can be tough choosing where to go for a meal, as you can never be certain how intimate the setting will be or if they will provide seasonal items. If you’re tired of dining at large chain restaurants that don’t cater to your refined senses, keep reading to discover 3 intimate and wholesome restaurants […]

As women, we’re fairly lucky that there’s an abundance of information out there to help our clueless guys plan a romantic weekend away. However, when the tables turn, there’s very little information out there on how to plan a weekend away for him. Keep reading to figure out how to surprise your man in the […]

Variety is the spice of life, and much like the saying applies to life, food too would be bland and boring without a pinch of parsley or rosemary rub. Flavours, scents, and textures all play a part in making meals memorable, but there are other factors to consider too. What wine or beer to pair […]

This past week in Cape Town has been a rather damp affair, with icy winds, plenty of rain, and virtually no incentives to head outdoors. With even more rain forecast, now is the time to plan your perfect indoor weekend! Blankets I’m a sucker for fluffy blankets in all shapes, sizes, and colours and I […]

Humanity has a fascination with the past – even going so far as to dig up the remains found in graves to gain better insight into the lifestyle of the ancient inhabitants. If you’re full of curiosity about ancient submerged cities, here are some of the top underwater ruins around the world! England – Dunwich […]

The strong, proud history of females taking matters into their own hands and fighting against gender injustice and inequality is, in short, what Women’s Day is all about. Though South Africa’s date for Women’s Day differs to the rest of the world (we hold ours nationally on the 9th of August), there’s still a sense […]

If you read our first Top 3 Farm Stays in South Africa, you’ll have discovered some family-friendly farms in 3 of our most popular provinces. Here are 3 more recommended farm stays, by province. Mpumalanga – Bospoort Kleinplasie Chalets Bospoort Kleinplasie Chalets is set just outside of Bela-Bela, and has plenty of picturesque areas in […]