Another winters day in Cape Town; how painful for us who live in such a magnificent place! I wake up every morning, as I step out of my house I catch a glimpse of Table Mountain, just sitting there in all its magnificence. I drive to work, the highway that takes me there coasts the mountain from the beginning to Devils Peak; on the other side of this highway is the sea. Every morning and every afternoon I’m astounded by the fact that both of these features always look different and yet always look beautiful. My fascination is such that I have decided to document this phenomenon by taking a picture every morning and every afternoon so I can share it with you and you too can experience this . It boggles the mind that a city as fantastic as this one exists. I feel truly lucky that my home is here! Would love to know what visitors from other lands think of this city and I wouldn’t mind if you shared a few photographs too? My ode to Cape Town in pictures starts tomorrow...............
Friday, August 27, 2010
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Rick's and a good steak.
I went to Rick's Cafe last night with two dear friends, the place was warm and inviting. We sat in a corner booth and chatted uncontrollably until we realised that 15 minutes had passed and we were yet to be noticed by the 3 waiters standing around chatting. How does this complete lack of service happen in Cape Town? It's infuriating! When we finally were noticed and attended to we ordered and savoured a bottle of Diemersfontein Pinotage, is this not one of the best red wines ever? We ordered starters, the rather hot chilli-poppers with some grilled calamari, our mains were 2 steaks and 1 risotto respectively. I can truly say that my steak was superb, and as a steak connoisseur, I think that my opinion is rated up there with the best. I am wide open to suggestions of excellent steaks in and around Cape Town, so please audience do enlighten me? I will go to the ends of the earth for a good steak!
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Head for the Blu Zoolu!
Newest night spot in Victoria Falls is the trendy Blu Zoolu lounge bar, with late night DJ, in the Elephant Walk shopping centre. Christie Brookstein is the drive behind this new venture and that says a lot....Christie is our favourite expert when it comes to decor and entertainment. It’s only just opened, but Bu Zoolu is already a blast and the hottest spot in town!
A regal train and dinner experience
Green Route’s creative flair has led the way for 20 years at Victoria Falls...and here’s another spectacular idea.
Your group, of up to 150, arrives by coach at the famous Raffles-style Victoria Falls Hotel in mid afternoon for a sumptuous high tea on the terrace overlooking the bridge, the gorge and the mighty Victoria Falls – the perfect spot. A local personality will provide a scene-set and a fascinating snapshot into the glorious 100-yerar-old history of the hotel.
Then take a red-carpet walk just 100 metres to the station, pick up a glass of champagne, and board the Victoria Falls Sunset Steam Train – an authentic vintage train of colonial elegance to suit the mood and the occasion.
Take a journey to the impressive Victoria Falls bridge, a historical landmark that was completed in 1905. Disembark and wander along this beautiful bridge whilst viewing the awesome Victoria Falls from one of the most unique sunset cocktail spots on earth. This bridge run was recently voted by BA’s Horizons Magazine as one of the most spectacular 15 sundowner spots in the world.
Return on the train to the station as darkness descends and again enter the Victoria Falls Hotel for pre-dinner drinks on the lawns overlooking the Falls before going in to a dinner-dance in the Victorian style Livingstone Room that seats 120. This uniqueness should not be under-estimated because until recently the Livingstone Room was off-limits for groups and for exclusive use by non residents. So here’s a chance to indulge in a wonderful experience from a by-gone era
Your group, of up to 150, arrives by coach at the famous Raffles-style Victoria Falls Hotel in mid afternoon for a sumptuous high tea on the terrace overlooking the bridge, the gorge and the mighty Victoria Falls – the perfect spot. A local personality will provide a scene-set and a fascinating snapshot into the glorious 100-yerar-old history of the hotel.
Then take a red-carpet walk just 100 metres to the station, pick up a glass of champagne, and board the Victoria Falls Sunset Steam Train – an authentic vintage train of colonial elegance to suit the mood and the occasion.
Take a journey to the impressive Victoria Falls bridge, a historical landmark that was completed in 1905. Disembark and wander along this beautiful bridge whilst viewing the awesome Victoria Falls from one of the most unique sunset cocktail spots on earth. This bridge run was recently voted by BA’s Horizons Magazine as one of the most spectacular 15 sundowner spots in the world.
Return on the train to the station as darkness descends and again enter the Victoria Falls Hotel for pre-dinner drinks on the lawns overlooking the Falls before going in to a dinner-dance in the Victorian style Livingstone Room that seats 120. This uniqueness should not be under-estimated because until recently the Livingstone Room was off-limits for groups and for exclusive use by non residents. So here’s a chance to indulge in a wonderful experience from a by-gone era
Perfect bush location for groups
Look at the picture! Enticing isn’t it. Just 15 minutes from the centre of Victoria Falls, overlooking the Masuwe River, this is a perfect solution for exclusive-use group breakfasts, lunches or dinners – the thatched Elephant Boma that can seat up to 100.
This is also home to the domesticated elephants that guests may ride on a short safari through the private game concession or merely enjoy an interaction and photographic session as part of the meal experience. Enjoy your meal while the elephants are in the background, mud wallowing, swimming or enjoying a meal themselves.
This is also home to the domesticated elephants that guests may ride on a short safari through the private game concession or merely enjoy an interaction and photographic session as part of the meal experience. Enjoy your meal while the elephants are in the background, mud wallowing, swimming or enjoying a meal themselves.
Boma for local culinary delight
The favourite dinner spot in all of Victoria Falls is far and away The Boma – Place of Eating – on property at Victoria Falls Safari Lodge. Not only is this an intriguing culinary experience, with a plethora of local dishes cooked before you BBQ style, but it is also a fascinating experience.
Drummers and dancers entertain while you dine in the large thatched kraal and then you’ll be invited to pick up a drum yourself to join in the harmony. Highly recommended for incentive and conference groups as it can seat 300, but individual “bubbles” also make it special and exclusive for smaller groups.
Drummers and dancers entertain while you dine in the large thatched kraal and then you’ll be invited to pick up a drum yourself to join in the harmony. Highly recommended for incentive and conference groups as it can seat 300, but individual “bubbles” also make it special and exclusive for smaller groups.
A stunning gala dinner
The plaintiff cry from all DMCs is “give us something new, exciting, unusual, authentic, amazing, extraordinary….so here’s a sure-fire winner for a gala dinner. Take a look…the setting and décor photos tell it all.
In the mid-afternoon step aboard a Zambezi boat and cruise the legendary mile-wide river whilst enjoying the ambience, gin and tonic or ice cold beer in hand. Sunsets are often glorious and on occasion you will see elephants, crocodiles, hippos and more. The vista is pure authentic Africa and you feel it in your soul. Take one boat for 80 or several if you have a group of up to 300.
As darkness descends the boats gently pull in to the riverbank where a surprise and spectacular scene awaits. First you become vaguely aware of lights; then you see that these are lanterns forming a path from the jetty up to an area of well-manicured lawn where there is a dramatic and stunning set-up for your gala dinner – under the stars or under marquee and the choice of several themes.
Entertainment is at your discretion – a strolling saxophonist, village choirs, marimbas, full ethnic traditional shows, jazz bands, interactive drumming and more.
In the mid-afternoon step aboard a Zambezi boat and cruise the legendary mile-wide river whilst enjoying the ambience, gin and tonic or ice cold beer in hand. Sunsets are often glorious and on occasion you will see elephants, crocodiles, hippos and more. The vista is pure authentic Africa and you feel it in your soul. Take one boat for 80 or several if you have a group of up to 300.
As darkness descends the boats gently pull in to the riverbank where a surprise and spectacular scene awaits. First you become vaguely aware of lights; then you see that these are lanterns forming a path from the jetty up to an area of well-manicured lawn where there is a dramatic and stunning set-up for your gala dinner – under the stars or under marquee and the choice of several themes.
Entertainment is at your discretion – a strolling saxophonist, village choirs, marimbas, full ethnic traditional shows, jazz bands, interactive drumming and more.
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