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My year in the French Alps

My year in the French Alps

My year in the French Alps

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Two very different romantic escapes

Two very different romantic escapes

Two very different romantic escapes

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I found this picture on my phone, from March. It was a normal work day, I probably just snapped it because I liked my shoes. Maybe I was going for a drink after work, or popping out to get lunch - things I took for granted then, but - will never again. How I long for the “normal” days. — 153 8

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WIN! We could all do with a little extra sparkle and colour in our lives, so, I’ve bought three sequin face masks from @rufftung to give away to three followers - with one or two extras. Because, if you have to wear a face mask, it may as well be fabulous! To enter, simply comment below and tell me one thing that is helping you stay sane during lockdown (for me, it’s endless reruns of Grey’s Anatomy and podcasts at night). Swipe right to see what it looks like on! Winners announced on 27 May 💫 — 107 65

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It’s evenings like this I miss the most. Leaving the office, heading to @tigersmilkza for happy hour rosé and deep-fried parcels of cheese, before heading to @thehouseofmachines_cpt for endless Negronis and new friends (enough cocktails and anyone becomes a new friend!) Windless evenings outside, trees and fairy lights overhead, the greatest team behind the bar, live music...I miss it all. — 91 9

It’s evenings like this I...

Highlight of lockdown? Discovering this guy in our mint plant on our balcony! He’s now called Mojito, Mo for short (courtesy of @katys_table). True to his namesake, we’ve also decided that he doesn’t like piña coladas, or getting caught in the rain. We have no idea where he came from, but are already thinking of ways we can bribe him to stay. I adore chameleons, and don’t think I’ve seen one since I was a child! When last did you see a “verkleurmannetjie”? Swipe to see him in action. — 72 9

Highlight of lockdown? Discovering this...

Five weeks of lockdown. I’ve barely left home once a week. Listened to all the rules. Masks. Hand sanitizer. Washing. Social distancing. And honestly, I’m now getting frustrated with the arbitrary rules that are being thrown our way. When and where we can exercise. What we can and can’t buy at the shops. And, of course - this is spoken from my position of immense privilege. What about the vast majority of our population who can’t work, can’t feed their families? How is lockdown serving them? I’m feeling ranty and frustrated - anyone else feel me? — 135 22

Five weeks of lockdown. I’ve...

It’s been quite the year - and, that’s even before life-in-the-time-of-COVID-19 came around. And, if I’m being honest, it was a phenomenal year so far. I had discovered, and rediscovered, parts of myself that had fallen by the wayside over the past few years - and allowed myself to embrace ME. With all my quirks and faults. Sometimes I get carried away with friends and have Negronis for dinner and love it and regret it all at the same time. Sometimes I just feel good in my body and want to celebrate the moment. So, here we are. Because, goodness knows, if the past few weeks has taught us anything, it’s that the world can change in an instant - and, life is just too friggin’ short. — 178 15

It’s been quite the year...

When lockdown was announced 6 weeks ago, my immediate thought was its impact on our restaurant and hospitality industries. I started blogging 10 years ago, focusing solely on food - and, while my interests have diversified, my love of our local restaurants has only intensified. As there’s no sign of many of our favorite restaurants being able to again in the near future, I want to do everything I can to help them during this period. I’m donating to the @eatoutguide Restaurant Relief Fund, and will support in any other way I can think of. If you’ve enjoyed a meal out in the city, consider donating the cost of a meal in gratitude - and to help our restaurants survive this. Because, we know that eating out is more than simply sustenance. It’s community. It’s sharing a meal with friends. It’s joy. And, we need it more than ever ❤️ — 50 4

When lockdown was announced 6...

Whether you view "essentials" as milk and chocolate for your morning cup of coffee in bed - or a loaf of sourdough and mature cheddar for a little bed picnic at home - there's no judgement, only good news: Uber Eats now delivers the essentials to your home! Contactless delivery helps both you and your driver to remain safe, while easy in-app filters help you find exactly what you're looking for. Win-win. As this is a tough time for everyone, please do remember to tip your driver generously. #UberEatsGetsIt #UberEatsRSA #Ad — 138 11

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It feels like I’m finally coming out of the dark hole of the past two weeks, and I can start to look forward to the future again. So, I’ve started making a list of things I want to do as soon as I’m able: wine tasting! The Red Bus Tour around the city! Going on top of Table Mountain! Eating and drinking out...anywhere. What are you most looking forward to? — 59 12

It feels like I’m finally...

Good day vs bad day (swipe right). If you aren’t ok, that’s ok. If you aren’t using this time to learn Italian, do a daily yoga challenge or cook a homemade lunch everyday - that’s fine. And, if you are? That’s fine too. We’re all coping as best we can, and trying to survive. My main goal right now? I’m simply trying to have more good days than bad days. More days when I can function, do my job and see the light at the end of the tunnel - however far away it may seem. And on the bad days? I’m trying to gentle and patient with myself - and others. To allow myself the body-wrenching sobs. To feel the hopelessness and try and remember that it won’t last forever. I hope you can remember that too ❤️ — 184 32

Good day vs bad day...

Went to the store - and left home - for the second time in 3 weeks today. Saw damp leaves on the pavement and realized an entire season is passing me by. Reality hit me when I had to wait outside the grocery store as they’d hit the limit for customers inside. The woman waiting behind me had gloves and a make-shift mask made out of a bandana. I wanted to cry; but knew I couldn’t as I’d then have to touch my face. My eyes. The store was wonderfully stocked; looking after citizens in a time of crisis as best they can. I wanted to hug every staff member I could. Of course, only a dream. Hugs. One of the many things I miss. — 183 7

Went to the store -...

I’m struggling to deal with the current COVID-19 situation, to be honest. So, instead, I’m thinking back to happier times aboard the @miragecatamaran last weekend. If ever there was a photograph that summed me up, this could be it: glass of wine, phone in hand, and a favorite dress. — 118 5

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