Noble Hill: Cosecha....Latin with a view!

Cosecha had been a "bookmark" on my laptop for a long time....until this past Saturday when we  had an opportunity to go and check it out!!!

What a pleasant surprise!

OK we did have a PERFECT summer day, but the settings and the views  were pretty  impressive, regardless!

Our lovely table....

 

They have a beautiful lawn with lots of trees and picnic blankets....AND...a jungle gym!

You can sit in the open dining area and have a proper Latin infused absolutely DELICIOUS  meal...or you can order a PICNIC and sit at one of the tables under the trees...

 

We knew we were in for a treat when the lovely waitress pulled up with a  trolley and made us fresh guacamole on the spot. I'm an AVO fanatic so this was the beginning of a great meal....

They have a kids menu that actually makes sense, and you can order a KIDS picnic basket (I think the idea is to send them off to the grass lawn to eat on their own!! ). They have a choice of wors roll, chicken slider, or pb&j. Yogurt, chips, & juice and a fruit!

Vesper and Mr "X" enjoyed theirs....

This was Lynd's chicken Fajita! 

My "absolutely divine" Fish tacos.....best I have had in SA!

Tony's Pulled Pork Sandwich.

And me......happy to chill out after a very filling and delicious meal!

Cin Cin my friend....

Even the kids felt they needed a bit of exercise!

And the Daddies enjoyed some special play dough  with the kids...

Oh yes...even the dessert were amazing!

Tough Day Guys....eh????? too much Cerveza????

COSECHA

Noble Hill wine estate
Klapmuts-Simondium Rd.
Paarl 7670
On the slopes of the Simonsberg mountains, 20 km from Franschhoek village and 45 km from Cape Town.

Reserve

+27.21.874.3844
info@cosecharestaurant.com
They are open every day except Tuesday from 10h00 to 17h00. Advance booking is recommended.

FRESH WELLNESS...and a huge delicious lunch!

We have been complaining about winter for the last 3 months.....well, it looks like Summer in Cape Town may have not been canceled after all! the gardens at the Cellars Hohenort were looking amazing this week...

So I decided (with my dear friend Carol!) it was time to get pampered and check out the newly  relaunched  Fresh Wellness Spa at the hotel.

Such a lovely intimate setting......and my treatment -  a Theravine  Intensive Exfoliating Skin Treatment-  was absolutely amazing. The best part aside from the divine smell of the products was the 20 minute foot massage and the 10 minute Neck/Shoulder/Head massage that comes with it!!! Nelly's hands deserve an award!

So of course after hearing all the great reviews about The Conservatory....we could not have picked a better day to indulge in a scrumptious lunch of Moules Frites (best in Cape Town!), Caesar Salad with Twice Cooked Hen's Egg , Seared Chalmar Beed Carpaccio and the most amazing selection of bread!

Our Caesar Salad with added Prawn!

Chalmar Beef Carpaccio 

Happy Carol!

What a great way to spend an afternoon!!!

The Conservatory

The Conservatory, situated adjacent to the historic Cellars-Hohenort cellar, offers diners unparalleled garden vistas from both the sun-drenched terrace and the indoor tables.

Carefully constructed around a giant 300-year-old oak tree, The Conservatory is one of Constantia's finest daily breakfast, lunch and dinner venues.

Here Head Chef, Ryan Josten, creates hotel classics alongside modern and seasonally influenced dishes. The Conservatory menu places a great emphasis on fresh produce from both The Cellars-Hohenort gardens and local green-friendly suppliers, and this gives it the unique ability to showcase a true taste of the Constantia Valley.

Friendly service and an award-winning wine list ensure that The Conservatory offers guests and locals an exceptional everyday dining experience. For bookings contact: restaurantres@cellars-hohenort.co.za or call 021 794 2137 

FRESH WELLNESS SPA

Fresh Wellness Spa - situated in the beautiful Cellars-Hohenort gardens - is the perfect place to relax, unwind and rejuvenate body, mind and spirit.

Fresh Wellness Spa provides the ultimate spa treatments in a series of luxurious facilities.

At Fresh Wellness Spa, the focus is on treatments that make use of and highlight indigenous and natural ingredients. You can expect soul-enriching treatments to include the use of Marula Oil, African Potato, Aloe Ferox, Rose hip extracts and more. For an appointment contact: 021-794 2785

Oh Charly....is Spring really here???!!

Vesper and I recently paid a visit to legendary CPT bakery....

And they seem to believe Spring is here!!!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

YUM!!!! 

Thanks Giant Cupcake...you made my day!!!!
Let's hope Spring is really here to stay!

Opening Hours:
Tuesday-Friday: 08h00-17h00
Saturday: 08h30-14h00
Sunday & Monday : Closed
38 Canterbury street
Cape Town
8001
South Africa

New York Moments

My trip to NY has come and gone soooo quickly! 

Thanks to the Soho Mondrian for such a great room (my view here!)

It was great seeing friends and spending time in the NY office....but i must say I'm glad I now live in one of the most beautiful cities in the world...if the weather would cooperate now!

Food is always abundant in New York...I had forgotten how HUGE  bagels can  be and how TALL lattes  and ice coffees really are in NY...

FOOD TRUCKS were definitely what stood out the most. they are literally everywhere and sell every ethnic and non ethnic food ever....sadly I did not have a chance to try any, but I did manage to have one of the best Lobster Rolls ever (even Gwyneth Palthrow thinks so!) at Ed's Lobster Bar.

Seeing friends was the highlights!!! especially Faryl and family....

 

And of course meeting little Camilla....(and hanging with Ana and Lina).

Another big highlight was seeing Veruzza SMILE again....her gorgeous new baby is  just perfect!

And Stacey....always the perfect hostess....THANKS for such a great girls evening at your house!

Being in NY reminded me about the lack of variety here in SA sometimes....so I made sure to indulge in one of my  favorite treats ever. These were at Georgetown Cupcakes.  Can someone please open up one of these in Cape Town? YUM! 

Looks like Republicans and democrats have ONE thing in common....they like Red Velvet Cupcakes! 

And this???? I must have ONE! please tell me where I can buy it. Maybe I'll really learn how to bake!

My Diesel Reunion turned out to be a lot more than expected (this picture was taken at the beginning- I will not share the END pictures!). I love these girls..

And I did manage to see one family member...my Cuja Lisa! 

Seeing Gina and Blake together was a DREAM.... 

And this is a very NY moment....(half way through the night!)

And then again...only in NYC you get to hang out with Pluto and Mickey Mouse (and of course Diana and Bashy!).

Thanks to all the friends who made an effort to see me. I miss you all....next time YOUR TURN!