July bumper book review
I had so many books to listen thanks to Netgalley and various publishers. So let me jump in! "The Photo" by A.J. McDine is a riveting psychological thriller that hooks you from the very first page. The plot unfolds with a chilling premise: the protagonist believes she...
June book review recap
In June, I worked my way through a few audiobooks supplied by various publishers through NetGalley. So here's what I read and what I thought. I reread John le Carré's classic novels about the intricate shadow worlds of international espionage. It's been acclaimed as...
Dirty Dozen Book Reviews
I've collected short reviews of the last twelve audiobooks I listened to through Netgalley and decided it's time to share them. I hope you enjoy and grab a copy of those that pique your attention. "Fatal First Edition" by Jenn McKinlay is the latest addition to the...
Step into my Slippers on 31 May 2024
Slipper Day, Reach For A Dream's biggest fundraiser, returns on 31 May 2024, promising a day filled with warmth, generosity, and fun - all in support of children with life-threatening illnesses. This year, Reach For A Dream and their partners bring you the chance to...
Pappas on the Square reveals their new look

Pappas on the Square reveals their new look

I was invited for dinner to celebrate the relaunch of Pappas during the #PappasRefined evening. Situated on Nelson Mandela Square, Pappas recently showed off their fresh and opulent new look, following two months of renewals. The remodelling includes a new plated...

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Ginologist: where science meets good taste

Ginologist: where science meets good taste

Another Gauteng native, Ginologist, has a secret distilling scientist, who crafts three distinct gins in their scientific distillery. And while they're based in GP, they don't let borders limit their passion - or experimentation. Ginologist Origin: Boksburg...

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Visit the Haus of Klue and be the rainbow

Visit the Haus of Klue and be the rainbow

Follow Haus of Klue on Instagram. I first had my hair stripped down and then turned purple, pink and blue in December 2015. I was thrilled. It looked so gorgeous.   A post shared by Martha van Zyl (@syllcity) on Jan 5, 2016 at 7:29pm PST Later I had the pink and...

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Time Anchor Distillery: small batches crafted by artisans

Time Anchor Distillery: small batches crafted by artisans

Raise a glass to Jo’burg-based Time Anchor Distillery. From their website: Our Spirits are a labour of love, intellectual curiosity and the commitment to the art and science of craft distilling as well as the soul of the craft movement which inspires us every day....

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Save and win with The Entertainer Johannesburg

Save and win with The Entertainer Johannesburg

With over 450 buy-one-get-one-free offers for the yummiest food, most delectable drinks, soothing spa treatments, and fun activities in Johannesburg and surrounding areas, The Entertainer Johannesburg is absolutely essential for social butterflies. They have partnered...

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My Goldcrest experience at GFWS Johannesburg

My Goldcrest experience at GFWS Johannesburg

Following sleepless nights and a lot of stress I pretended didn't bother me, Friday morning and the Goldcrest blogger cook-off finally arrived. I was nervous enough just driving on the horror that is Witkoppen to get to my destination, but once I met my three...

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