Macs programmed to go back to Apple
For all you mac lovers out there. Be careful they might just up & leave you.
So it seems macs win again
For all you mac lovers out there. Be careful they might just up & leave you.
So it seems macs win again
The ZestCulture team thinks Garry Larson never gets old.
The one thing that Pc users can do that Mac users can’t. Shut up about how great their Macs are
Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you ‘The Best Job in the World’
No it’s not being a schmodel. It is being the guy that paints their clothes onto them. I’m sure the male ZestCulture readers do agree. Well Charl Bubb is one such oh so very lucky man. He works for a company called Airvolution. Check them out on the net. They do airbrushed artworks…on pretty much any surface. Coincidentally it seems much of their work comes from doing bodypainting. If you are interested you can become one of those lucky boys too, because they even offer courses as well.
The ZestCulture journalists met Charl at the Sexpo earlier this year. We were so blown away (pardon the pun) by his work that we decided, we need to do an article about it. Besides getting his hands on Tracy Simmonds (Miss Pole Dance UK) He also worked with South African marvels such as Sam Katz, Sashi Naidoo en Nadia v/d Merwe. Doing everything from the Camel parties with Goldfish to MTV South African Music Awards.
Enough said. Here is a token to keep you warm on those incredibly chilly winter nights in Cape Town. For when they actually happen.
Michael Jackson Has been a name that I grew up with & was synonymous with his famous “Moonwalk”. Now I know he has been in the media for years for all the weird things he was accused of doing. That said & done, there is no doubt that this man made amazing music & could he dance.
We shall surely miss him & below enjoy Thriller from the worlds Best Selling Album “Thriller”
Bon Voyage!!!
Isn’t that just the best. We will miss him.
Hey ZestCulture readers. It seems my predictions have come true. When reporting on th
e Bien Donne Cheese festival, we experienced the very first signs of winter….The rain. In Cape Town? No…well go figure. It was at that wet but spirited day, that I guessed that this icy season’s hottest accessory will be ‘Designer Wellies.’ Seemed I guessed right.
First a little background. The concept of a waterproof boot caught on in England originally, in the 19th century, because of the rainy weather. Another go figure! Wellington Boots were some of the first waterproof rubber boots to be worn. Back in the day, they were considered quite fashionable among British aristocracy. It has been said that Wellingtons were the choice footwear of the 1st Duke 
of Wellington. But before long the dull colours were considered more industrial than chic. This dark cloud seemed to follow the Wellie, as they are more affectionately known, for many years after that.
Well Topboot, Gumboot, or Rainboot. Whatever you want to call them. They seem to have been reborn in recent years. The look of the boot has evolved into brightly coloured rubber footwear with hip patterns and funky designs. These boots are now not only farm essentials, but have also become a fashion statement in the rain.
Seems they have now arrived in South Africa for the chilly season. Seems the only place online I could find them though was at Tam Tam Trading in De Waterkant, Cape Town. A little birdie also told me that Pick & Pay Clothing will be stocking these babies. Talking about babies. If you are looking for mini me ones then check out Kapow in the V&A Waterfront…
The Western Cape has a lot to offer the visitor and resident alike. Within an hour or two from Cape Town are a multitude of quaint, homey small towns that offer stunning scenery, beautiful natural features and relaxation.
Travel an hour up the east coast and you’ll find Hermanus, a small coastal town, famous for the migration of the whales in autumn. Flanked on one side by the tiny seaside town Onrus, and on the other the by the smaller farming town of Stanford, the Hermanus area is a great spot for a weekend or even a day out, offering great eating out, art, craft markets, and even a movie screening on Friday nights.
In the town of Hermanus there is a variety of brilliant local restaurants, such as Savannah café, an owner-run café, serving delicious light lunches and delectable cakes. Just outside Hermanus, on the Stanford road is a local microbrewery, the Birkenhead, where visitors can sit and sample all the beer in the weak afternoon sunshine, while enjoying the tranquil views of the valley.
Over the hills and far away…well, through the mountains and about a two and a half hours drive, lies the tiny town of Montagu. In the Robertson valley, this area has become popular over the years for the amazing quality of wines, particularly sweet muscadel and red wines.
Another draw card for the area is the Hot Springs. Visitors to the Montagu area can go the hot springs, just out of town, for R60 for a day pass, or you can stay in the Avalon Springs resort and have unlimited access to the healing hot waters. Even if you don’t believe they’re as magical as the website would have you believe, you can’t deny that wallowing in hot pools isn’t relaxing.
The town of Montagu is a study in old world charm. From the Victorian era farmhouses, Cape Dutch gabled homes and the art deco Montagu Country Hotel, the town is a beautiful mix of architecture and natural beauty. Dispersed among the houses are vineyards and orchards, intensifying the country feel of the town.
Food in Montagu is homey and old-fashioned; accommodation in the guesthouses is personal and friendly, making this a short holiday to remember. The landscape offers much in the way of photo opportunities, with dramatic mountainous backdrops and orderly vineyards, stretching away into the distance.
So next time you have itchy feet and need to get away, think closer to home, within a few hours any side of Cape Town, you can find a beautiful little town, delicious wines and food, and come back rested and relaxed.
Article by Sigi
In recent years, sushi has become a restaurant staple, and you no longer even need to serve fish, it seems, to offer sushi. As such, quality and innovation have gone the way of burgers, and become lost in the realms of cost-saving and commonplaceness.
Our dear writer Ash, recommended 1890 House as a place where the sushi was authentic, tasty and affordable. I didn’t need much more encouragement!
Situated off Lower Main Road in Observatory, Cape Town, 1890 House is, well, housed in a building that dates from 1890, hence the name. Asians, who serve Chinese cuisine and sushi exclusively, run
1890 House. The sushi is fresh, tasty, affordable, well presented and there is a wide variety to choose from. They actually have all the fish types on the menu that we asked for, we were never told they were out of stock, as happens in some restaurants when the proprietor simply doesn’t want to buy in enough stock.
We got there in the middle of the Friday evening rush, without a reservation and were shown to a table, with the caveat that it was actually booked for a large group, but another was being vacated soon. That suited me fine, as I would prefer to sit at a table and contemplate the menu in the corridor. It impressed me that they were clear about what would happen, and we were moved quickly and efficiently, before we’d even had a chance to order drinks.
The tiny restaurant was full to the brim, and there seemed to be two waiters, who managed the full floor perfectly. We ordered everything fresh, since we were not sitting by the conveyor belt, and knew that making fresh sushi takes time. Since we ordered a variety of hot dishes, such as crispy tuna and deep fried wontons, and sushi, our food kept coming in a consistent stream, rather than all at once. As far as I’m concerned, that works out great, as I tend to gorge on sushi if it’s all laid out before me all at once. This graduated style of eating was infinitely preferable!
We had a variety of hot dishes, crispy tuna and fried wontons, which were delicious, and an unusual menu item, in my experience. Having worked at a Thai restaurant for many years, my taste for Asian food has palled, but the food here was interesting and tasty enough to lure me back! We also had seared tuna sashimi, spicy salmon California rolls and rainbow rolls, which were fresh and delicious, perfectly flavoured and spicy. Afterwards, we had deep-fried ice cream, which we’ve been threatening to try for years, and very much enjoyed the contrast of hot and cold.
Our entire bill came to less than R200, which was fantastic for an enjoyable and tasty evening out. Doubtless if we had eaten more there would have been a greater dent in the pocket, but we had plenty of food, and enjoyed every morsel.
I highly recommend 1890 House to anyone who wants an informal dining experience, with quality food, efficient service and affordable prices!
Article By Sigi
