Summer is in full swing at Mabalingwe Nature Reserve and the hot African weather can sometimes leave you feeling drowsy and in need of a pick-me-up. While a hot bath might be great for just this reason in the winter, the warmer months tend to be isolated to short and sweet showers. So just like…
Christmas Biltong Stuffing
This Christmas Biltong Stuffing is something reminiscent of South African braai days, of afternoons spent watching rugby and of road trips when you need “padkos”. During the Festive Season it is very easy to get swept up in the traditions of other countries – where they celebrate with large turkey dinners, knitted Rudolf jerseys (not…
The Traditional Uses of Plants
When travelling into nature, deep into the South African bushveld, we don’t often stop to appreciate the less-sought-after elements of the biome. Most adventurers search tirelessly through the thicket along the gravel roads to spot an elusive creature or calm giant; the game life always steals the show. We rarely tend to pause and stare,…
12 Best Sounds of the Bush
Journeying into the bush, across South Africa, isn’t only about seeing wild animals in their natural habitat – it is about the whole ecosystem and the plant life and biome which are the foundation of the habitat, it is about spending time with loved ones to create special memories and to get away from the…
Mabs Lekker Braai Pie
There are many words associated with Afrikaans heritage, but none more synonymous than “braai”. “Kom ons braai”, “Ons gaan nou braai”, “Gaan ons braai saam die rugby?” and the currently very trendy: “Brrraai Pie” (said with a very thick accent). We absolutely adore this heritage, and the unique flavour it brings to our colourful, multi-linguistic…