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For my recent milestone birthday my husband and I

For my recent milestone birthday my husband and I decided we should have a short getaway. The choice was Berg, Bush or Beach and we decided on the Beach option.
It wasn't a difficult decision where to go, as it was a place that we had been meaning to visit for years - @pumulabeachhotel
What is so great about Pumula Beach Hotel?
🏖️ Close to home. It is an hour and 20 minutes away
🏖️ All meals are inclusive
🏖️ They are situated right on the beach
I booked an upper level room not knowing what that actually meant and it was a fabulous choice. We had our own balcony and a clear view of the sea. We also slept with the balcony door open and the sound of the sea was so loud with waves crashing onto the shore.
It didn't turn out to be beach weather as there was a big storm and the rain poured down. That didn't worry us at all as we were getting away to relax. I did get my walk in the beach so I was happy.
The food at Pumula Beach Hotel, oh my goodness the food.... Just wow! They have food magicians. The food was beautifully plated and so delicious. Our favourites were : Thai butternut soup, Beef fillet topped with bacon, camembert and cranberry jus, Marinated lamb ribs, Coleslaw, Chicken livers, Beef & veg hot pot and the incredible Peppermint crisp tart.
The staff at Pumula Beach Hotel are amazing. We were so well taken care of.
We had such a fabulous time that my husband is already planning a return visit.
#PumulaBeachHotel #beachgetaway #weekendgetaway #foodie #SouthCoast #KZN #KwaZuluNatal #SouthAfrica #runoncoffee
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Meet the new @poeticlicenseza gin - Grapefruit & T

Meet the new @poeticlicenseza gin - Grapefruit & Tonka Bean.
What does Poetic License Distillery say about their gin :
Tasting notes:
Our Grapefruit & Tonka Bean Gin will transport you straight into Summerliciousness!
Gin lovers can’t go wrong with a classic G&T. This gin has a sophisticated citrus-forward flavour that pairs well with tonic and ice.
Serving suggestions:
Enjoy it straight up or on the rocks, shaken or stirred in a cocktail – there’s no denying, this gin is packed with flavour. Pour the Poetic License The Rarities | Grapefruit & Tonka Bean into a stemmed balloon glass filled with ice, top up with the tonic and garnish with grapefruit and sprig of mint.
I am a fan of citrus based gins and the new Grapefruit & Tonka Bean Gin is deliciously citrusy. Another fabulous gin by Poetic License and I loved it.
What did I make?
A G&T with a double tot of the Grapefruit & Tonka Bean Gin, tonic, lots of ice and garnished with an orange slice and a sprig of mint.
Cost : R325.00
Where to buy? : Direct from Poetic License
Poetic License is a small batch distillery located on the West Coast of South Africa. They make 4 other gins of which the Fireside Spiced Gin is a favourite (perfect gin for winter). They also make Aquavit and Vodka.
"Here's to the Wild Spirits"
Glass : this beautiful glass is 1 of a pair that @restore_vintage sourced for me
Tonic : @schweppesmix
Keep an eye on @sugarspicelifestylecom and @bylizna to see how they serve the new Poetic License Grapefruit & Tonka Bean gin.
#gifted #lovegin #ginSA #gincraft #gin #ginlover #ginandtonic #ginreview #citrusgin #lovelocalSA #buylocalSA #runoncoffee

I had a sneak peak of the beautiful new @doughgirl

I had a sneak peak of the beautiful new @doughgirlza premises in Durban this morning, the day before their official opening on 1 April.
What can you expect at the new Dough Girl Cafe?
🥐 Inside and outside seating (approx 60 people)
🥐 A breakfast and lunch menu and kiddies options
🥐 Takeaway counter for coffee, pastries and bread
🥐 In house and locally sourced products for sale
🥐 Events and end of month evening menus
🥐 Gluten free, fairy alternative drinks and vegetarian options
🥐 Free wifi
🥐 Street parking
The menu is separated into 5 sections consisting of Baked, Caffeinated, Hydrated, Started and Fuelled.
I chose a regular cappuccino from Caffeinated and the Eg, Egg and Eggy breakfast from Started. After breakfast I had a pasteis de nata and another cappuccino.
I had to get some bakery items to takeaway and chose sourdough bread, cheese, custard and chocolate croissants and brownies. I also bought a bottle of lemon curd but managed to resist buying the Dulce de Leche as I would have eaten it by the spoonful.
Congratulations Dough Girl on your wonderful new place.
Opening days and Times
Tuesday to Friday 6:30am - 3pm
Saturday 7am - 3pm
Sunday 7am - 2pm
Address : 13 Gladys Mazibuko Road, Essenwood
Coffee : @bluebirdcoffeeroastery
#DoughGirl #cafe #bakery #breakfast #lunch #cappuccino #Durban #KZN #lovecoffee #runoncoffee

It had been a few years since I last visited Yello

It had been a few years since I last visited Yellowwood Cafe and Restaurant in Howick, and I was surprised and delighted by the changes.
There are 3 separate areas to sit in which makes it easier to book and have a party or celebration. I especially loved the deck that juts into the donkey and pony paddock and has a magnificent view of the Howick Falls. The Howick Falls was flowing strongly and it could be heard from Yellowwood.
My husband and I ordered the Breakfast Stack which was the breakfast special that day - Toasted ciabatta with hummus, avo, bacon, balsamic and olive oil cherry tomato reduction, poached eggs and crumbled feta. It was delicious!!
My mother-in-law had a scone with jam, cheese and cream and a cappuccino while I ordered Earl Grey tea. They use Lavazza coffee.
It was so relaxing listening and looking at Howick Falls, watching the miniature donkeys and ponies and we also saw Zebras and Wildebeest in an adjoining paddock.
We will definitely visit again and if you haven't then you have to add it to your must visit list.
History :
"Yellowwood Cafe is situated on the historic Fairfell Farm. Sir George Sutton established this farm and built the wonderful home that is now a Restaurant. The House was built in 1870 and stone that was quarried on the farm was used to build the beautiful homestead. All the wood is mainly Yellowwood that came from the Yellowwood indigenous forests in the Karkloof. The home was originally thatched. The house is a national monument."
Monday : Closed
Tuesday - Sunday : 8am – 4:15 pm
Address : 1 Shafton Road, off Karkloof Road, Howick, KZN
#YellowwoodCafe #restaurant #breakfast #Howick #HowickFalls #waterfall #MidlandsMagic #KZN #runoncoffee

"It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken jo

"It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge" Albert Einstein
📷 @jackiecameronincolour School of Food and Wine. Valentine's Carvery that was cooked and served by the 2023 students.
Want to attend an event at the school? Look at the Events tab on the Jackie Cameron website.
#lunch #carvery #JackieCameron #schooloffoodandwine #Hilton #KZN #MidlandsMagic #runoncoffee

It has been a very hot welcome to 2023 with 2 week

It has been a very hot welcome to 2023 with 2 weeks of over 30 degree temperatures.
On the plus side washing dries really fast and the sky is a glorious blue.
What has the weather been like where you live?
#summer #summerheat #garden #Kloof #KZN #KwaZuluNatal #SouthAfrica #runoncoffee

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