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  • 2 years of shades of cinnamon

    2 Years of Shades of Cinnamon

    A collection of my recipes and posts over the second year of Shades of Cinnamon. If you have missed any of these click on the hi-lighted Recipe Names below.  Or PIN one…

  • Wellington Wine Walk

    Wellington Wine Walk

      A three or four day hiking trail through the beautiful Wellington valley in the Winelands of the Western Cape , 75 km from Cape Town, South Africa – takes you through…

  • Michelle's bridal shower

    Bridal Shower for Michelle

      Michelle had her bridal shower this weekend, after already being spoilt last week at a stunning brunch in Johannesburg organised by Suzy for all her friends who couldn’t make the trip…

  • Robertson Valley South Africa

    The Robertson Valley

      My favourite destination in the Cape is the Robertson Wine Valley, only 90 minutes drive from Cape Town on the popular Route 62.  The Robertson Wine Valley nestling between the Langeberg…

  • Garden salad at Babylonstoren

    Garden Salad at Babylonstoren

      ” This working farm is a fresh, chic whitewashed retreat with kitchen gardens to dazzle and happy chefs to fill your tummy.” Tatler.  No words can describe  how overwhelmed I was when…

  • Landscapes from Africa

    Landscapes from Africa

    My life is not ALL about  food, I do get the opportunity to take some pictures of amazing landscapes in this beautiful place we call “Africa”.  Although I must admit I haven’t…

  • Pantone radiant orchid

    Pantone Color of the Year 2014 Radiant Orchid

      Pantone have announced their color of the year for 2014. The  color of the year selection requires careful consideration and, to arrive at the selection, Pantone  literally combs the world looking for…

  • Schweine Jane Dusseldorf

    Schweine Janes – Dusseldorf

    If you are ever planning a trip to Dusseldorf, be sure to take the time to visit Schweine Janes in the city centre. It is conveniently located in the old part of…

  • Chocolates and Pastries in Paris

    Chocolates and Pastries in Paris

    I arrived home from my 5 Days in Paris laden with cookbooks on pastry, chocolates and dessert, and yes, I even bought a French one, even though I cant speak the language.…

  • Ray Friedman - portrait of a chef

    Chef Ray Friedman @ Mamma Luciana’s

    Ray Friedman is the young, dynamic chef responsible for the delicious and mouthwatering food at The Italian Food Market @ Mamma Lucianas in Glenore Centre Glenashley.…