A warm August / September 2016 Hello to our beloved 23 500 subscribers and thousands of new and frequent web visitors.
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August September 2016
We hope to inform & inspire our readers to know more about South Africa and some places to visit, things to do, experience and see in South Africa. Whether you are searching for meaning, fun or facts, you are bound to find something that tickles your fancy among all the events, good reads and links we eagerly research and write about for you. Please scroll down to see Caring Community & Doing Random Acts of Kindness.
~Government gets it wrong!
We Still Need Your Vote! South Africa ~ Overberg
Please participate in our petition against the proposed road through Fernkloof Hermanus.
Read about it here and please sign & share this link to help us protect our beautiful #Overberg! #RespectOurPlanet https://goo.gl/8ebLGe
~Government gets it right! The Western Cape Department of Agriculture actively encourages citizens to start household and community food gardens in an effort to support food security in the province. Read about the great initiative of helping people to grow their own food.
Events To Attend & Special Offers
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Overberg
- First Friday of the month Art Walks ~ Hermanus
- Gabrielskloof Estate ~ Breakfast Trilogy just outside Botrivier until the end of August.
- 18 – 21 August ~ Cape Floral Kingdom Expo – Bredasdorp
- 25 & 26 August ~ Flight for Birders identification and conservation course. Betty’s Bay mwjasser@mweb.co.za or 082 455 8402
- 26 to 28th of August 2016 ~ McGregor Poetry Festival 2016
- 2 September ~ The Hermanus Night Shelter ~ Sleep Out Challange
2 to 4 September ~ The BotRiviera Spring Weekend Book your ticket!
Every Fiday Tapas Live Music in Hermanus
- Elgin Valley Events
- 22 – 25 September Hermanus – Fernkloof Flower Show
- 22 October Bright Light Big City live – Botrivier Hotel
Bike I Beer Stanford Festival 28 – 30 October 2016
Last Saturday of every month ~ Baardskeerdersbos Farmers Market
Western Cape & Winelands
- Calitzdorp Events
- 20th and 21st August 2016 Winelands Chocolate Festival at Blaauwklippen Wine Estate in Stellenbosch
7-9 October Unplugged62 Venue: Joubert-Tradauw Vineyards, Barrydale, Route 62.
Swartland & West Coast
Flowers for Events ~ Overberg Flowers is a new business which operates out of Hermanus Western Cape. They supply and deliver freshly cut flowers to your doorstep for weddings, private and corporate events at affordable prices. www.overbergflowers.co.za
For this coming month only, purchase any Silhouette frame from us and we will give you 25% discount! That is 25% off all Silhouette frames available at Pappin & Pretorius Optometrists Hermanus. For August 2016 only!
South Africans in the Lime Light
- JAN Hendrik van der Westhuizen (Read our little ode to SuperHero JAN.) and Struik shared some delectable #MichelinStar Recipes form his latest book “JAN A Breath Of French Air”! View the extract of Roast Lamb with Pumpkin Flowers Recipe.
Easy Michelin Star Recipe to make at home & you can win the perfectly paired Creation wine with this meal.
Creation Wines are served at Restaurant JAN in Nice, France. Guess correctly and you can win the perfectly paired Creation Wine for this dish.
- JAN Hendrik van der Westhuizen (Read our little ode to SuperHero JAN.) and Struik shared some delectable #MichelinStar Recipes form his latest book “JAN A Breath Of French Air”! View the extract of Roast Lamb with Pumpkin Flowers Recipe.
Higly Recommended Accommodations
Overberg ~ Swellendam Accommodation
- Kam’Bati Glamorous Permanent Tented Camps. Fully exuipped ~ Tranquility included. Click here for more information & Special Deals at Kam’Bati.
West Coast Accomodation ~ Yzerfontein
Winelands ~ McGreggor
- A multitude of beautiful & affordable Self-Catering houses & Guest Houses in and around McGreggor
- Spice Route and Diamant Estate.
Favourite Newsletters
- The Olive Branch ~ Prince Albert August Newsletter
- Whale Coast Conservation ~ Hermanus August Newsletter
- Calitzdorp Tourism ~ 28 July Newsletter
South Africa ~ Overberg ~ Gardening
The Nursery in Botrivier inspires gardeners & gardening lovers with a wide variety of indigenous plants, seasonal vegetable plants, herbs, trees, flower-plants, garden accessories and interesting gardening ideas. Situated very close to the N2 it is the perfect last holiday stop on your way home or a great outing on any day! The Nursery Botrivier supports and showcases local businesses and artists which makes the visit even more worth your while. They specialise in indigenous plants and trees but you will find wonderful seasonal and perennial plants, trays of herbs and vegetables at excellent prices. Visit the Nursery Botriver.
Landscape architecture and horticulture have played monumental roles in the history and habits of peoples’ lives throughout all ages. It still is where science, art and necessity meet. From cultivating food to creating spaces where special moments can be celebrated or a book can be read in tranquility, it is essential for our physical and psychological well-being. Look at the tranquil and beautiful spaces created by CHB Landscaping.
South Africa ~ Overberg ~ Wine
Creation Wines Sommelier’s Choice:
Click here to read the complete blog and here to read more about the wine and to buy it online.
Genevieve MCC ~ Women’s month and Every Day favourite Metode Cap Classique (South African #Champagne)
Genevieve MCC is inspired by the creator’s passion for good quality Méthode Cap Classique. Founder, Melissa Genevieve Nelsen, pursued her passion into the winemaking industry to develop the beautiful Blanc de Blanc MCC we know today.
Melissa’s mother always encouraged her to be uncompromising and expansive in her vision. Initially Melissa had her sights set on taking to the skies, but was unsure how to pursue this dream. Following an inspiring chat with her mother she decided to become a pilot. These days, whilst not averse to flying, Melissa prefers to keep her feet firmly on the ground (favouring the countryside!) Melissa tells us: “It was from this encouragement to think big that Genevieve was created. If I live to enjoy it, why not make it?”
The search for the perfect terroir and quality grapes led Melissa to Bot River and there she discovered a beautiful pocket of Chardonnay, located in the Van der Stel Pass. Read more about Genevieve MCC
Things To Read
Tesselaar’s tangled tale! Tesselaarsdal and its fascinating history.
Johannes Jacobus Tesselaar, the son of a lowly cook’s mate, became the first land baron in the Overberg after Governor Willem Adriaan van der Stel. And, although he officially died childless, he probably fathered both a “White” and a “Coloured” family line. He left a progeny and legacy which to this day are being untangled in court and by various researchers.” Read this very interesting article aboutFood Trucks have been around for more than a century but the new craze for Gourmet and Fusion food from Branded trucks became a really big thing since 2008 with the success of the Kogi BBQ truck in LA. Read this National Geographic article on How One Korean Taco Truck Launched an $800 Million Industry. The craze is here to stay and EatOut has hunted down 65 South African food trucks to follow.
Elgin Oh Elgin! Some call it little Switzerland, some call it Eden but most people who swoosh past on the N2, have no idea of the treasures hidden behind the tall trees of the Elgin Valley.
How to buy Olive Oil ~ The other ‘Big Oil’ – Olive Oil’s villains and heroes
Ormonde Private Cellars in Darling – Please click here to read our wine tasting story.
Read our Restaurant reviews: Lunchtime experience at The Botrivier Hotel Experience.
Places To Go
South Africa ~ Cape Town
The Cape Town’s Official Tourism website suggests 50 reasons why Cape Town can be good for your health.
Among the interesting things to do you will find the Cape Camino: The route embraces the city of Cape Town in the north, Cape Point in the south and crosses over at Constantia Nek. It is divided into 7 legs of about 20 km each, for ease of digestion and understanding.South Africa ~ Overberg ~ Creation Wines
Situated in the heart of the Hemel & Aarde Valley just a gentle drive from either the George N2 at Caledon (17min – 19.7km) or the Hermanus R43 (14min – 15.7km). You will be surrounded by beauty and catered for with relaxed charm. #JustDoIt!
South Africa ~ Overberg ~ Elgin Valley
Some call it little Switzerland, some call it Eden but most people, swooshing past on the N2, have no idea of the treasures hidden behind the tall trees of Elgin. I was recently blessed with an invitation to explore and experience this paradisaical place and am a new and great admirer. I love falling in Love with places – especially when it offers so much more than beauty! Like a really handsome man who is also handy. Read more of the wine, women and song of Elgin…albeit #Wine, #Cider, #Food & #Tranquility.
South Africa ~ Winelands ~ Spice Route Paarl
A weekend in Paarl is such a great idea! It’s close enough to Cape Town to be able to leave after work on a Friday afternoon, yet you feel as if you have left the big city life far behind. Five Star & Soulful Paarl accommodation at Diamant Estate, – Excellent Paarl Spice Route Wine, cheese, food, herbs, family fun, all round good times!
South Africa ~ Winelands ~ McGregor
McGregor is a beautiful little village in the mountains of the Western Cape, South Africa. It is roughly 150 km east of Cape Town. Expect to find tranquil accommodations, fine restaurants, award winning wines, olives & innovative olive produce, a life affirming Donkey Sanctuary, investment quality art, Grappa that will change your blood type and soOoo much more…
Health & Fitness – Best Investment in yourself and your significant others!
Most people don’t realize how simple change can be. How easy it is, with the right knowledge, to support the body to heal itself and correct imbalance through years of wrong-doing. Have a free consultation or choose a workshop at Wellness Now.
A word from Mat at Proactive Fitness Hermanus ~ South Africa Overberg.
Protein – The Building Blocks of Muscle Growth and Recovery. How Much Protein do I Need? ProActive Hermanus.
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Start by doing what’s necessary, then do what’s possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible.
~Francis of Assisi
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Things to do & See
Abalone tours
Something interesting to do, and not weather-dependent, is to go on a tour at Heart of Abalone and learn all about Abalone. You can meet this mysterious mollusc and learn about the cultivation of this endangered species at our Heart Shed in Hermanus! Walk through a working abalone farm. See the abalone up close in their natural and farmed environment. Enjoy a tasting of this delicacy in various forms. www.heartofabalone.co.za
♥ Adrenalin adventure in nature ~ Cape Canopy Tours
Situated in the Hottentots Holland Nature Reserve, we have partnered with CapeNature to take you into a previously inaccessible and pristine part of this amazing World Heritage Site. Only one hour from Cape Town, we offer a fully guided adventure activity for nature enthusiasts of ages 5 to 75!
Make your own fizzy cooldrink – Kombucha South Africa – Delicious & Nutritious – no cavities, dentists & #BadMom badges (like in the case of Coke & Fanta etc)
Events for Everyone
See what is on at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.
See what is on at Hermanus U3A (University Of The 3rd Age)
Platbos – Africa’s Southernmost forest.
Theater Lovers
See the latest South Africa Theater Magazine
On at the Fugard Theatre Cape Town
Food Markets & Food Lovers
Von Geusau Chocolates is delighted to announce that their range of artisanal chocolates now includes a sublime, sugar free, chocolate slab. Available in both milk and dark chocolate, our sugar free range uses the finest quality Belgian chocolate, distinguished by its high cocoa percentage, and absence of artificial flavours and vegetable fats.
A natural sweetener, Maltitol, a reduced calorie, reduced carbohydrate sweetener that has 80% the sweetness of sugar, is used to ensure all the sweetness remains without the calories.
Von Geusau Chocolates has been hand-crafting chocolates in the Overberg village of Greyton, under chocolatier Richard von Geusau since 2000. The sugar free chocolate slabs join an indulgent and luxurious range of chocolates, pralines and truffles. Please contact Von Geusau Chocolates for further info: 028 254 9100 | vgv@mweb.co.za
Baardskeerders Bos (B Bos) Farmers Market ~ Last Saturday of every month. Click on image ⇒
Hermanus Country Market Every Saturday morning at the Hermanus cricket club. 9am to 13pm.
Greyton Saturday Market Every Saturday
Stanford Sunset Market Last Friday of each month
Napier The Village Market Every Friday & Saturday Times: Fri: 1 -5 pm / Sat: 9 – 2 pm Address: 44 Sarel Cilliers Street, Napier Info: 083 700 2152 / ivan@designscape.co.za
Sedgefield Scarab Market Every Saturday come rain or shine. Garden Route, Western Cape
Highly Recommended for foodies:
Look at the Smoke House & Activities on The AShack.
Read the lovely writings on Crush Online
Caring Community &
Doing Random Acts of Kindness
The long awaited Hermanus Night Shelter is in the final planning and fundraising stage. Please support this cause.
Donate to the Children’s Hospital Trust
Get your My School / My Village / My Planet card and be a part of raising more than 4 Million per month without spending a cent more than you would anyway.
For those on Facebook. Please visit the The Hermanus Food for Charity facebook page where you can communicate directly with other people who care. There are so many people who suffer in silence because they are too proud to ask for help. The Hermanus Food for Charity facebook page will allow people to advertise unwanted food and act as a platform for the needy to accept help through messaging each other directly so that there is no shame involved. Please like the page and share content. We hope that the page will be a success and that the locals in the community will appreciate the benefits of social media in enabling the community to donate and accept food donations directly.
Helping SA’s hope for Warmth
Many children have to go through this winter with blankets that are torn and have holes in. They have to share 1 blanket with their siblings, some have no blanket at all and have to rely on a plastic bag or a carton box to cover themselves. Please help us to help them https://nosyrosy.co.za/helping-south-africa/
Elements: Knitting and crochet hobby classes. Knitting classes are on Wednesday mornings from 10.00 to + – 12.00 or later. We can consider Fridays too. Crochet classes are on Thursday mornings from 10.00 – 12.00 and on either Wednesday or Thursday evenings from 17.30 – 19.30 as the class decides. R75.00 per class. You must bring your own needles and wool. Preferably double knit and 4mm needles both for the knitting and crochet or maybe a little bit thicker, not thinner. Elements is in Broad Street between Amulet and Lock and Key Hermanus. Contact Annette: elements@hermanus.co.za Facebook
Anima Special Needs Children Therapy Centre
Camphill School
Please read the latest newsletter & Donations welcome. Look at the new website, lovingly designed by Webwits & sponsored by Nosy Rosy.
Please support the new Butterfly Centre – Special needs schools and therapy centre in Stanford.
Please help our NSRI Heroes to help us.
Support the NSRI
Animal Lovers
Hermanus Animal Welfare Society Animal Adoptions
Caledon Animal Welfare.
Cloth Lovers
The Clothing Bank‘s mission is to empower unemployed mothers through enterprise development. 14 Arum Road Hermanus Industria Contact Magda 028 312 1774
Nosy Rosy Favourites
Places To Eat
Botriver Hotel Die Blaasbalk Restaurant
Eat
ELL
Gecko & Harbour Rock
La Pentola
Spiceroute – Paarl
Tapas Live Music over weekends.
The Marine Hotel
Wildekrans Forage Restaurant
Wine Tastings & Food pairing
Creation Wines
Favourite Wineries
See our list of Award winning wines.
Favourite Olive Oils
Article and list
Places To Stay
Bloemhof Karoo – N1 Close to Three Sisters
Broadwater – Northern Cape
Delarey Guest Farm – Yzerfontein West Coast
The Marine
Milkwood Lodge
Francolin Hof
Aloe House
Poespasrivier : )
Accommodation McGregor
Places To Shop
BEACH HOUSE
See the extraordinary abalone-shell vases and mirrors by Lawton Roberts Design
Gift ideas and more
Shade Shop
Exclusive Works – The Ultimate Stainless Steel Pans, trailers etc!
Foto First – photographic desires.
PCXPress ALL computer needs
GO SOLAR – 123
Sonic WiFi -Retail | Repairs & Installations
Services
Earthworks – Garden Design & Service with care!
Exclusive Works – Steelworks & Building Expertise
Grow your business: The labour office
PCXPress ALL computer needs
Sonic WiFi -Retail | Repairs & Installations
WebWits Design, Marketing & Maintenance
Woodworks – Dream it,
they create it!
NosyRosy Advertise your business or event.
Health
Unnata® Aerial Yoga HERMANUS
“The inverted poses revitalize the whole system. They take the weight off the legs, relieving strain. “..read more about aerial yoga
Pappin Pretorius Optometrist
Get Fit! ProActive Fitness
Natural Supplements
Child and family counselling
Child psychologist
Lianna Morrison
Things To Do
“Cooking for Pleasure” Classes at the Overstrand Training Institute.
Paleo your body into shape!
Go to the Saturday morning Farmers’ Market
Learn to dance with confidence!
Hermanus U3A Program
Visit Elgin Valley
Join Whale Coast conservation
Visit SpiceRoute Paarl
Register as an Organ donor:
Only 2% of South Africans are registered as organ donors & when you register you can save 7 lives. Register now. Watch the touching “GET ME TO 21” story
Property For Sale.
Country place for sale – Stanford area
WEB-DESIGN
We design websites with an approach of functional beauty. We go the extra mile to get the traffic you want on your website. www.webwits.co.za
Testimonials & Feedback
To: South Africa & Overberg
I receive the Nosy Rosy Newsletter with joy every month. Over the months the newsletter has changed, become more colorful, with more information. Now a days I can’t wait to see what the next edition will bring.
A true delight. Well done to the whole team.
– from a great admirer.
It brings Joy : )