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We are delighted to have discovered Mynhardthof five star guest house, a real jewel and a piece of French Provençal charm, just 30 minutes drive from Cape Town! Mynhardthof is situated in a tranquil, exclusive and secure residential suburb of Somerset West, Western Cape. The tree-lined streets are accented by rambling estates with stately homes overlooking the panoramic vistas of the Helderberg mountain range and False Bay. This exquisitely furnished manor house, with a French feel, comprises of seven luxury bedrooms, each with lavish en-suite bathrooms. Superb furnishing and décor and indoor-outdoor relaxation...

Stephanie and Mark’s beautiful wedding was celebrated last Saturday at Clouds Estate. It was a hot and sunny day, the perfect setting for this elegant wedding which included decor details such as chandeliers, delicate pink and cream roses and elegant outdoor lounge furniture where guests could sit and take in the views. Guests were also treated to an African music performance, as well as a game of croquet or two on the estate’s lush lawns. True to Stephanie’s Greek heritage, there were plenty of mezze platters and Greek dancing. We love these gorgeous photos by Ryan Graham; be sure to visit...

How did you meet? Growing up in the same neighbourhood; hanging out in the same circle of friends; going to the same teenager parties; eagerly anticipating the next summer month to get a glimpse of Laetitia in shorts or a skirt… Hey, it was simply a matter of time before the Gods, not to mention the brides’ perseverance – she took ten months to convince him we were meant to be, brought us together… How did he propose? After nine and a half years together he finally decided to pop the question… (smile). He completely surprised her with a trip to Johannesburg (a trip she’s always wanted to...

The Absa Wealth Chef’s Plate Event took place on Thursday, 22 October 2009 at Cotage Fromage, Vrede & Lust. Absa Wealth participated in a charity auction and was granted the prize of Duncan Doherty, together with five other chefs, cooking for their guests. 20 clients together with their partners attended the event, which was set apart by an exceptional array of delectable food. Guests enjoyed pre-drinks and canapés on the patio area while being entertained by a jazz duo. Afterwards they dined at one long table and enjoyed a bowl food menu, in which each chef prepared one course. These gorgeous photos...

We recently did the wedding of Jo-Lize from Flower Floral Affair’s daughter. Anelle and Kobus decided to get married in their hometown of Riebeeck Kasteel. Jo-Lize did the beautiful decor and flowers, it was magnificant! The table seating was displayed in this antique window frame. We used several scrapbooking texturised papers to create a visual feast. The main table was marked with a giant bell jar with the word, “bruidstafel” meaning “bridal table”. This festive display welcomed the guests on the stoep (entrance) of the Kleinevalleij venue. Jo-Lize’s talent was evident...

It’s not long before South Africa plays host to the 2010 FIFA World Cup, the world’s biggest sporting event! We’re so excited and can’t wait for South Africa to show the world what it has to offer. The scale of the event is absolutely astounding. The World Cup is approximately 15 times bigger than the 1995 Rugby World Cup, and it’s estimated that 220 000 long haul visitors will come to South Africa, as well as 180 000 visitors from Africa and an average of 150 000 local supporters! To top it off, there’s also a media contingent that will amount to 30 000 people. Of course, things are going to get...

How / where did you meet? Paul was on a contract in Cameroon (West Africa) and I was there visiting my mom… one night I was invited to a braai and being Lebanese I didn’t know what a braai meant, so I showed up in high heels. Standing outside with my heel digging in the mud, my dress code was a conversation starter between Paul and I, and today 2000 braais later, I still bring out the heels every once in a while How did he propose? Oh my… longest story in the world, short version: we were living in Uganda, it was our third year anniversary and Paul said we should go to this lodge called the...

Aleit Event Projects recently coordinated the ABSA Capital IMN Event which was hosted at The Roundhouse in Cape Town. Guests enjoyed cocktails, Champagne and tapas on arrival, followed by a delectable three course dinner. A tasteful charcoal and white decor scheme set the tone for the evening, while views of Camps Bay and the Atlantic provided the perfect backdrop. As these photos by Joe show, this intimate corporate event was nothing less than elegant.

Choosing your colour palette is the most important part of creating your wedding’s decor scheme. A good colour palette not only reflects your own tastes and personality, but also sets the ambience that captures the overall style of your wedding. It’s no wonder that finding the perfect colour scheme can seem like a very daunting process, but with some of our tips, you’ll find your look in no time! Whether you already have a particular style in mind or if you have no ideas at all, it really helps to visualise a colour palette to decide if it really works for you. One of the best ways to do so...