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Overberg’s Madeira

Authentic Portuguese food in Bot River.… Read More Overberg’s Madeira

October 6, 2021October 7, 2021 Frieda Kröhn Lloyd

Chef Rudolph Blaauw, The Marine Hotel

Rudi Blaauw returns to The Marine Hotel, Hermanus, as head chef.… Read More Chef Rudolph Blaauw, The Marine Hotel

June 2, 2021June 2, 2021 Frieda Kröhn Lloyd2 Comments

Home Cooking: Waterblommetjies

A slow simmer on the gas. My third attempt at waterblommetjies. Bought from Maná in Hemel-en-Aarde and picked from a pond in clear sight from where they are sold. This is regional food at its best. Very fresh and tempting but it didn’t come with a recipe card. Call to Mom solved the prob and… Read More Home Cooking: Waterblommetjies

July 13, 2020July 13, 2020 Frieda Kröhn Lloyd1 Comment

World Tour of Tastes: Japan

While the borders are still closed and flights are only happening for business travellers, it is food and wine that helps to satisfy my sense of exploration. Latest discovery? Matcha. Matcha takes me to Japan and further East than I’ve ever been. My mode of travel is a slice of pistachio coloured macha cake from… Read More World Tour of Tastes: Japan

July 10, 2020July 10, 2020 Frieda Kröhn Lloyd

Hermanus Teddy Bears’ Picnic

Welcome back to the restaurant trade now allowed to operate under advance level 3 regulations. Reuniting with the world at our favourite eateries does provide a sense of discovery. Pear Tree and Char’d Grill restaurants in Hermanus made sure that their returning clientelle feels safe and also cheerful when stepping out for a meal at… Read More Hermanus Teddy Bears’ Picnic

July 8, 2020July 8, 2020 Frieda Kröhn Lloyd

Fabio – Signor Pasta

Italians are part of the cosmopolitan society of Hermanus and as to be expected these Italians, like all Italians, are big on wine and food. Fabio Lenci opened up Fabio’s Ristorante in a side street of Hermanus in 2007. July celebrates the 13th anniversary of this restaurant giving us a taste of Italy at the… Read More Fabio – Signor Pasta

July 6, 2020July 23, 2020 Frieda Kröhn Lloyd1 Comment

Exploring Hemel-en-Aarde

For the love of food and wine I ventured out this past week to explore my world. Mindful that leisure travel is still not permitted under Level 3 Lockdown regulations, I motivated my excursion on the fact that food and wine are essential services and my purchases will be in support of local businesses survival.… Read More Exploring Hemel-en-Aarde

June 11, 2020June 13, 2020 Frieda Kröhn Lloyd

7 Days of Shiraz

Syrah Shoot-Out as an introduction to the 7 Days of Shiraz
… Read More 7 Days of Shiraz

June 9, 2019June 12, 2019 Frieda Kröhn Lloyd

Bs Stro at La Vierge launches Winter Program

The Bs Stro at La Vierge introduced their new Winter Program which includes two food and wine pairing options for less than R100. Choose between an Original Sin and a Jezebelle Platter in the tasting lounge – no bookings required. At only R95 Bruce and his team will rustle up 4 tasters to match 4… Read More Bs Stro at La Vierge launches Winter Program

June 6, 2019June 6, 2019 Frieda Kröhn Lloyd

Immersive Tourism – Zwelihle Hermanus

When I travel I want to go where the locals go. I want to eat typical regional fare and make sure to taste the local wine, beer, gin, sparkling wine… Its about getting a taste of the town in a day or two while visiting. In Hermanus the Zwelihle Youth Cafe gives you that insider… Read More Immersive Tourism – Zwelihle Hermanus

March 24, 2019 Frieda Kröhn Lloyd

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Stepping out in Fernkloof. A few steps are taken to magnificent Walker Bay views. #relax #nature #freshair #naturereserve #fernkloof #hermanus #mountain #trails #hike #walk #explore #discover #travel #picoftheday #overberg
Bright & bold! There’s a new cantina in Stanford and its looking colourful. How does quesadillas sound? #visitstanford #mexicanfood #restaurant #eatery #overberg #colour #food #overstrandfoodies #unescocreativecityofgastronomy #feast #foodforfoodies #eatandtravel #overstrandeats #stanfordculinary
Hermanus - you are world class! A philharmonic orchestra facing the Atlantic Ocean, playing to a fully packed old harbour, dolphins and whales. All of this on the breathless eve of a rainy day! #thankful #music #amazing #philarmonic #orchestra #performance #entertainment #magic #nature #harbour #coast #southernmostpoint #africa #weekend #friedatravels #hermanus #overberg #southafrica
It’s coming up cape epic. Excitement in the buildup to the start of the Absa Cape Epic in Hermanus on Monday. #mtb #bestlife #excited #adventure #fitnessmotivation #fit #hermanus #overberg #capeepic2023 #outdoors #freshair #beautifuldestinations #wanderlust #experience #fun #friedatravels
Sunset in Stellenbosch. Spier Light Art Festival complementing nature. #spier #spierlightart #stellenbosch #sunset #nature #naturelovers #river #water #friedatravels #familytime
Art meets function at the KWV Cathedral Cellar in Paarl. Only discovered this beauty recently thanks to Ilse’s suggestion for a weekend family experience. The cellar was built in 1930 and has 32 12000l barrels with commemorative art work carved out on the front. #mustsee #paarl #discoverpaarl #explore #art #cellar #cathedral #wine #architecture #history #experience #weekends #meetsouthafrica #kwv #barrel #wanderlust #friedatravels

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Cape Dutch style architecture at Meerlust
Cape Dutch style architecture at Meerlust
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Bouchard Finlayson's Cape Winemakers Guild vintages 2007, 2009, 2012
Bouchard Finlayson’s Cape Winemakers Guild vintages 2007, 2009, 2012
Abalone Risotto with Ataraxia - Sauvignon, Chardonnay or Pinot Noir
Abalone Risotto with Ataraxia – Sauvignon, Chardonnay or Pinot Noir
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Hemel-en-Aarde Pinot Noirs
Hemel-en-Aarde Pinot Noirs
Hemel-en-Aarde wines served at The Marine Hotel, Hermanus
Hemel-en-Aarde wines served at The Marine Hotel, Hermanus
Hemel-en-Aarde Pinot Noir
Hemel-en-Aarde Pinot Noir
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La Vierge, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
La Vierge, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
La Vierge, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
La Vierge, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
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