10 Whisk(e)y Facts
Overberg whiskey tasting learning to distinguish between whiskey, scotch and bourbon. … Read More 10 Whisk(e)y Facts
Langebaan Weekend with Sisters
February is the month of love – sister love! 2 of the 3 Kröhn sisters have their birthdays in Feb and if that’s not enough partying, my niece René celebrates her arrival in this weird and wonderful world. This past weekend I made the journey from Hermanus to the Weskus and share my top 7… Read More Langebaan Weekend with Sisters
No Horsing Around in Hemel-en-Aarde
As I drove to Bosman Hermanus yesterday I crossed the De Bos Dam on the Karwyderskraal Road and saw the turnoff to Oldlands Studs. An brief, yet undeniable twinge of joy filled my heart. Why? The scenery? Yes, that too. The relatively full dam and vineyards of Sumaridge, Bosman’s and Newton Johnson are all very… Read More No Horsing Around in Hemel-en-Aarde
February for visiting wineries
On the first day of February our President gave to us… the freedom to visit our beaches, the allowance to frequent wineries and enjoy a drink at restaurants and wine bars. With these easing of lockdown regulations there will be many firsts for 2021 as I trot off tomorrow to my favourite swimming spot at… Read More February for visiting wineries
Overberg Authors
My list of Overberg authors tallies 38 local writers. For a relatively small area of 1708km2 I recon that’s a lot of pen power. It must say something about the creative inspiration of our naturally irresistible region? Nielsen Bookscan SA made their 2020 list of popular Afrikaans books available and there it is again… A… Read More Overberg Authors
Overberg Hikes: Spooknek, Kleinmond
On Sundays I always have to urge to head for the mountains. Almost always that is. There are days that I just wish to stay in with a coffee and move over to the beach armed with a book. On the fourth Sunday in January I got up early to do a virtual walk as… Read More Overberg Hikes: Spooknek, Kleinmond
Hermanus Saturday Morning Swims
Today will be my 2nd Saturday morning swim with a group of girls. What is the common denominator? A lust for life. The idea is that we pick a different swimming spot – usually a tidal pool every Saturday morning and meet up for a swim at 7:00. Lots of chatter during the splash and… Read More Hermanus Saturday Morning Swims
Hermanus Hikes
Hermanus is a nature lover’s paradise with countless hiking routes waiting to be explored. There is a trail for every fitness level! My go-to walks are the coastal paths and the mountain tracks – especially Fernkloof Nature Reserve. On Sunday we parked in 1st Avenue Voëlklip and followed the path. It started with a bit… Read More Hermanus Hikes
Paris at Night
While international travel is still difficult I travel through the photo messages received from friends. Baptiste Quinard sent these beautiful images of Paris taken on a bike tour while listening to South African music.
Platter’s Wine Stars of the Overberg
Every year the South African wine industry and its supporters look forward to the Platter’s by Diners Club announcement. Overberg winemakers did well in bringing many stars home and I look forward to working my way down the list. Alheit Vineyards, situated in Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge, has to be singled out for the 5 five stars… Read More Platter’s Wine Stars of the Overberg
