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MARCH 2024

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WHY DON’T YOU 

2 Get out of the house in March, and enjoy all that Bloemfontein 

has to offer 

WISH LIST 

8 We’re going soft with pastel gingham for Easter 

PEOPLE 

10 An adorable baby, energetic toddler and expressive teen 

12 Sarah Sease is born to play 

BEAUTY 

14 Life is one big party when you’re young 

FASHION 

18 Stylish kids 

FOOD 

20 Thrice as nice when packing lunch for babies, tots and teens 

SPOIL 

34 WIN a bottle of Oscar de la Renta Bella Tropicale 

COVER 

Photographer: Gypseenia Lion 

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March 2024

Out & About 

Get out of the house in March, and enjoy all that Bloemfontein has to offer, 

with markets, music, and stage productions to attend this month! 

1 

Night Market @ A Lodge 

A Lodge at Bloemfontein is 

hosting a Night Market on Friday 

1 March from 4 pm, with Arend 

van den Berg and Francois Bouwer 

providing musical entertainment 

while patrons stroll through the 

stalls. Entry is R20 per person. 

14 

Iqhawe Elingaphakathi 

kum’ @ Pacofs 

The thought-provoking dance piece 

also known as Shadow Pillar, will be 

on show at the André Huguenet 

Theatre on Thursday 14 March at 

6 pm. Tickets are available from 

WebTickets for R100 per person. 

Nicholis Louw @ 

Wietzbaden Brauhaus 

On Saturday 2 March from 7 pm you 

2 

can enjoy the music of Nicholis 

Louw at Wietzbaden Brauhaus 

in Bainsvlei. Tickets are available 

from Quicket at R120 per person, 

while the Wietzbaden Brauhaus 

only allows table bookings for 

four or more people. 

Compiled by: WARREN HAWKINS 

21 

Johan Anker @ Aasvoël Klub 

Johan Anker returns to the Aasvoël Klub to 

entertain on Thursday 21 March at 8 pm. Joining 

him once more is Petrich Brits on guitar. Tickets 

are available from Aasvoël Klub at R120 per 

person, or contact 084 559 8991. 

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Champagne Breakfast 

@ Ramblers Club 

Opulentia is hosting an 

inspirational, motivational, 

and entertaining Champagne 

Breakfast at Ramblers Club 

on Thursday 14 March from 

9 am with Hannes van Wyk, 

and Desiré Gardner. Tickets are 

available from Tianke – 079 502 

4670 at R250 each. 

14 

Ek, ’n Tent, 

& Oorlog 

@ Tevah 

Venue 

On Wednesday 

20 March at 7 pm 

Francois from Hoezit 

Samelewing will be telling 

campfire stories at Tevah Venue. 

Tickets are available from Hein – 

072 395 6493 at R150 for adults, 

or R80 per child for children 

13 and under. 

20 

30 

Oh Natuurlik Market 

The Oh Natuurlik Market 

launches on Saturday 

30 March at Pickler’s Park at 

9 am. The market features all 

of nature’s goodies, including 

art, drinks, and local produce. 

On top of all of that, patrons 

will be spoiled to some live 

music as well. 

Fatman @ Be Human 

Friday 29 March sees Fatman 

entertaining at Be Human. 

Gates open at 6 pm, while the 

main man takes to the stage at 

7 pm. Head to Computicket for 

tickets at R170 each and enjoy 

the stage presence of Fatman. 

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Book club 

From young love to growing old disgracefully ... 

we’ve rounded up some fabulous reads for the Easter weekend 

Heather Winterbottom has worked 

alongside her husband in their rural 

GP practise for 40 years. They’ve 

just hung up their stethoscopes ... 

but their retirement isn’t all they 

thought it would be. She wants to 

travel to a Greek island. He wants 

to grow a veggie garden. Neither 

will compromise ... so he stays with 

his spinach, parsnips and pumpkin, 

and she heads off for a gap year... all 

sun, sea, sand and squid on Ithaca. 

Madly funny, hugely enjoyable ... Mrs 

Winterbottom Takes a Gap Year 

is Joanna Nell’s latest book centred 

around growing old disgracefully. 

Hodder and Stoughton 

The Williamson sisters, Josephine and 

Penny, are Britain's most treasured World 

War II veterans. Now in their nineties, they’re 

still in great form, and are in hot demand, 

appearing at commemorative events all 

over the country. The latest excitement is a 

trip to Paris to receive the Légion d'honneur, 

accompanied by their devoted greatnephew, 

who believes the pair had minor 

roles in the Women's Royal Navy and the 

First Aid Nursing Yeomanry. But that's only 

half the story. There's a reason sweet Auntie 

Penny can dispatch a would-be mugger 

with a brolly. This trip to Paris is not what it 

seems either. Scandal and crime have trailed 

the sisters since the war. Now armed with 

new information about an old adversary, 

these much decorated (but admittedly 

ancient) veterans intend to settle scores, 

avenge lost friends, and pull off one last 

heist. All hidden official secrets and double 

lives, CJ Wray’s The Excitements is a funny, 

charming, thrilling adventure read. Orion 

There are 18 plants and 

animals named after him. 

When asked by a reporter 

how many degrees he 

had*, he said it would be 

‘rude to count’. The single 

thing that would improve 

his quality of life would 

be ‘good, workable knees’. 

In The Wit and Wisdom 

of David Attenborough, 

which he has not endorsed 

and is not affiliated with, 

Chas Newkey-Burden has 

put together a fascinating 

collection of facts, tributes, 

quotes and anecdotes. 

Running chronologically, 

this book begins with his 

early days, to his first job 

at the BBC, to eventually 

becoming the most 

esteemed naturalist on 

the planet, as he is today. 

*More than 30! Gaia 

All books available at 

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Set against the backdrop 

of modern Harlem and 

Renaissance glamour, A 

Love Song for Ricki Wilde 

by Tia Williams (Seven 

Days in June) is a steamy, 

swoon-worthy love story ... 

a florist who leaves behind 

family wealth to realise her 

dream of opening a flower 

shop, and an enigmatic 

musician ... two artists who 

are drawn to the magic of 

New York. Quercus 

A near-death experience. 

A collection of false 

memories. A perfect love 

story ... albeit one that 

didn’t exist. Two sisters, a 

vet and a mystery to solve. 

Throw in another love 

story and you’ve 

The Memory of Us by Dani 

Atkins ... light and 

frivolous for the 

long weekend. 

Head of Zeus 

For YA ... 

Set against the backdrop 

of Tehran and Los Angeles, 

Only This Beautiful 

Moment by Abdi Nazemian 

is a tale of intergenerational 

trauma and love - an ode to 

the fragile bonds of family, 

the hidden secrets 

of history and all the 

beautiful moments that 

make us who we are today. 

Harper Collins 

In Kate Thompson’s The 

Wartime Book Club, an 

island's only librarian is 

ordered to destroy books 

which threaten the new 

regime. Instead, she hides 

the stories, and with her best 

friend forms the wartime book 

club. But as the occupation 

drags on, the women's quiet 

acts of bravery become more 

perilous and they are forced 

to face the terrible cost of 

resistance. Hodder & Stoughton 

In Sophie Kinsella’s The 

Burnout, Sasha is well and 

truly over it all. Work (allconsuming). 

Friendships 

(on the back burner). 

Sex-life (non-existent). 

Armed with good 

intentions to drink kale 

smoothies and try yoga, 

she heads to a seaside 

resort. But how can she 

commune with nature 

when there’s a stressed 

out guy sitting on a rock 

watching her? A guy who 

scoffs at her burnout 

cures - manifesting, 

wild swimming, secret 

Mars bars, preferring 

his cure - drinking 

whisky. Penguin 

All nectarine, 

melon, rose 

petal and Turkish 

delight, the 2023 

La Motte Vin de 

Joie Rosé is what 

we’ll be drinking at 

the book club this 

month. Pair it with 

a leafy salad, some 

delicate salmon 

or trout, and a 

charcuterie board. 

R110 from your 

local wine store. 

Compiled by: Kym Argo 


March 2024 Get It Bloemfontein 5

Wish list 

Softly softly ... pastels and gingham for Easter 

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placemat set, R220 

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Oxford check light blue and white 

tablecloth in six, eight and ten seater. 

From R999 from yuppiechef.com 

Pink sailor bow tie for beautiful 

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From an adorable baby, 

to an energetic toddler & 

an expressive teen 

Raising strong, influential kids is no small 

feat. They have different personalities 

and your hopes and dreams might 

not always be what they choose to 

pursue. This month, Get It turns 

its focus on the three very 

important stages of your little 

one’s life. Here we chat to 

the parents of a baby, 

a toddler and 

a teen for an 

exclusive look 

into how they 

manage these 

stages of their 

development. 


The playful world of Eliano 

Naturally, babies demand attention. Their cute little hands and feet and precious 

smiles can light up any room they’re in. The 9-month-old Eliano Cevin Jr Wymers is no 

exception. He is the second-born son of his parents, Ruaan and Nicole Wymers. 

Eliano enjoys playing with his big brother Rublique Nicovin Wymers, who is always by 

his side, making sure that he is happy. 

Baby Eli is known for his funny facial expressions that know no bounds. When he eats 

something, when he hears something that catches his attention, and even when he 

sees something out of the ordinary, his face will show it. 

“He is very smart when it comes to understanding certain things, but don’t let that fool 

you... the cunning smile and charm are all part of babies’ manipulation to always get 

their way. But who can blame them?” his parents expressed. Eli spends most of his time 

with his grandmother who takes care of him when his parents are at work. 

“We as the Wymers family love to spend family time over the weekend, such as having 

family braais, playing with the dogs, swimming in the pool, fixing things together, 

playing games, and travelling to explore new things the world has to offer.” 

His father, Ruaan is a qualified Mechanical Engineer and has a passion for rugby, which 

he shares with Eliano’s older brother. Nicole enjoys her job as a Human Resource 

Administrator but is very passionate about baking, and swimming and loves the 

outdoors – much like Eliano. They dream that Eli will be successful in whatever career 

path he chooses. 

“Eliano, as well as our firstborn, adds phenomenal light to our lives. They are so much 

more than just our children, they brighten up our lives every day. We cannot wait 

to see them at the end of a long day. They just know how to make you smile when 

having a bad day, yet they can be a handful sometimes but that makes it all more 

worthwhile. Our two sons are truly angels sent from above. They are our life savers!” 

Baby Eli is known for his funny facial 

expressions that know no bounds. 

Moela’s quest to the 

moon! 

From the moment she enters the room 

until she leaves, this toddler’s energy can 

be felt throughout! 

Moela Wesi (5) is a toddler described as 

a very happy child by influencer mom, 

Mosa Wesi. Moela is always eager to learn 

new words and discover new things 

around her. 

Although Moela aspires to be free, her 

actual dream job is to be an astronaut. 

Mom Mosa mentions that their family’s 

love language is talking about the moon 

and how she (Moela) intends to fly to the 

moon. 

Moela’s name derives from the meaning: 

‘stream of water’, and was shown to her 

mother in a dream so it comes as no 

surprise that she developed a profound 

love for water by the age of two when 

she started swimming. 

From the get-go, Moela can be seen as 

an independent child and constantly 

reminds her parents that she is a “big girl”. 

Her parents, Mosa and Maxi, share 

that their fondest memory of Moela 

was when she took her very first steps. 


Coincidentally, however, their proudest 

moment was when she broke her leg 

at the age of two but showed so much 

resilience and strength. 

As young as she is, Moela is a teacher! 

She has taught her parents to put their 

phones down and play with her. This 

naturally presents itself as a healthy 

opportunity for family quality time. 

“Although it gets to me, it reminds me to 

be a present parent in my child’s life and 

we love Moela more and more every 

time for doing just that.” 

Ellandri, a golfing legend 

on the rise! 

The 16-year-old Ellandri van Heerden 

has had a passion for golf since a young 

age. She is currently 2nd in the 2023 

SA Amateur match play event, 2023 

WP Nomads Junior Girls international 

winner, 2023 Southern Cape Women’s 

Open winner, 3rd in the 2023 Zimbabwe 

Junior Open and she was selected to 

play for South Africa at both the Golf RSA 

International Amateur and the R and A 

African Amateur in February 2024. 

According to her, her dad got her into 

golf and then saw she had a natural 

talent for it. 

“I wanted to play professional golf or 

to be a golfer and I know I am close 

to getting professional. I hope to turn 

professional within the next two years,” 

she said confidently. 

Besides practising her golf swing, she 

keeps busy with school life and loves 

crocheting and art. “I love to be creative 

and everything needs to be colourful,” 

says Ellandri. 

When asked where she sees herself in 

ten years, she says: “Playing on the Ladies 

European Tour, with a few wins in the 

bag, practising hard and with a purpose 

and just not giving up!” 

Ellandri’s parents, Elrica and Bertus, 

co-owners of Popeye’s Plumbers 

in Bloemfontein, always knew their 

daughter would be a star! 

”Looking back on her life I always knew 

she would be a success. She is a young 

dynamic ball of fire who is energetic and 

at the same time empathetic, who puts 

the Lord, people, animals and friends 

first. She is so dedicated and hardworking,” 

says her mom. 

“Ellandri was a very colourful and happy 

baby since she came into our lives. She 

was very clever and inquisitive right from 

the start. Being inquisitive led her to 

explore many avenues of development, 

academics, sports, and culture, which 

was part of her chosen paths. We 

learned a lot from her and still do to this 

day,” her dad adds. 

Ellandri’s pool of support includes her 

mom, dad and 12-year-old sister Caitlen 

as well as her granny Gladys who is the 

creator of all of her beautiful golf dresses 

and her aunt Ursie who is always there 

for her every step of the way. 

Both her parents are in full support of her 

dreams, no matter what they are. “We 

allowed the girls the freedom to be who 

they want to be in a very demanding 

society,” says Elrica. 

“I want her to be happy. The next dream 

would be for her to love what she does,” 

says her dad. 

When asked where they think she’ll be 

in the next 10 years, they said: “I know 

that she will be a successful player on 

the Sunshine Ladies Tour with a LET card. 

She will follow her dreams!” her mom 

expresses. “Making her dreams come 

true and turning professional when she 

is ready, to reach every point of success 

no matter the sacrifices,” says her dad 

with pride. 

March 2024 Get It Bloemfontein 9 

Text: JUSTINE FORTUIN, GYPSEENIA LION and ABIGAIL VISAGIE

Text by : ABIGAIL VISAGIE Photography by: GYPSEENIA LION 


Born to play! 

Born and raised in Thaba Nchu, Sarah Sease is definitely a force to be 

reckoned with – a softer, loving and caring force. Her passion and love 

for children can be seen right throughout her puppet shows. 

I grew up under 

the loving care of 

my parents and 

grandparents, so my 

business head was 

inspired by my paternal 

grandparents and my love 

and care for children comes from my maternal 

grandparents.” 

After matric in 2008, Sarah moved to Bloemfontein 

to study B Com Marketing at the University of the 

Free State. She served at CRC Kids church and that’s 

where she met her supportive husband. “We got 

married in 2014 and have been blessed with our 

two little angels.” 

At a very young age, Sarah was bitten by the 

storytelling bug and it inspired her to start her 

own storytelling business called Papadi Park. “My 

grandmother always joked and said that during 

one parents’ meeting, the teacher said ‘Sarah speaks 

from the morning to the afternoon’.” 

Sarah reminisces how easily storytelling has been 

for her and how her love for puppets developed 

by watching The Muppets. “I remember when my 

cousins and I would gather at my grandmother’s 

for the school holidays and put on a puppet show. 

We would call it the ‘The Ma Big Show’ – that was 

our attempt at trying to say “The Muppet Show”. 

Sarah’s business falls within the early childhood 

development (ECD) industry. Puppetry, storytelling 

and music are used to enhance class lessons. This 

form of education is called edutainment. She loves 

this because a simple lesson has an everlasting 

impact on a child. “Our characters mimic the lives 

of the children, thereby creating an opportunity for 

peer-to-peer teaching. This enables the kids to see 

how similar we all are.” 

Her business, Papadi Park, enriched Sarah with 

the skill of creative and out-of-the-box teaching. 

When the time came to build a career, Sarah 

went for what felt natural to her: abusiness that 

lets her play!; a business that lets her teach while 

providing a sustainable income. 

Papadi Park visits schools, hospitals, and all sorts 

of gatherings of children across the Free State 

enabling Sarah and her team of three to meet 

many people from different walks of life. “Seeing 

how the teachers and children respond to a 

talking doll and learning from it, warms my heart 

the most.” 

But, it is not always just fun and games. Sarah 

mentions that their daily puppet shows at schools 

are guided by the national curriculum framework 

for children from birth to the age of four, as well 

as the national curriculum assessment policy 

statement for the foundation phase (children 

aged 5 to 9). 

“Our show scripts are written based on the various 

school lessons and themes. At Papadi Park, we 

also base our lessons on social issues facing 

children and current affairs. 

“As fun as playing seems, it tends to get emotional 

as well, especially when Papadi Park visits special 

little guests at children’s oncology wards. “Illnesses 

are not designed to be fun, nothing about it is 

designed for playing and to be silly, especially for 

young children. Throw on top of it a debilitating 

illness and it is just not good.” 

When she was first invited to the oncology ward, 

she saw children just like any other kiddies who 

were excited to see what’s behind the curtain. 

She noticed a longing and yearning to play. That’s 

when Sarah knew that this had to be a big part of 

the services Papadi Park offers. “This has to be the 

most fulfilling part of my career as a puppeteer 

and business woman. Not many people 

understand how fruitful the world of ECD is, how 

crucial it is to nation building.” 



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Emoyamed Bloemfontein has finally opened its doors under a new name 

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The private hospital is located in 

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Stylish kids 

Let’s dress up our cover stars Eliano Wymers, Moela Wesi and Ellandri van 

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cut-out detail and an all-over 

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What screams teen more than a necklace set 

for you and your bestie? This necklace set is 

perfect for two friends. It features two goldtoned 

necklaces. Both have a pendant at their 

centre with semi-precious elements. R250 

from Lovisa. 

To match that, we got these slides 

with cross-over straps and a plated 

straw detail on the sole. Versatile and 

comfortable – these sandals have it 

all. R149.99 from Mr Price. 



Thrice as nice 

when packing lunch for babies, tots and teens! 

Get your kids ready for the day with these creative 

lunch box meal ideas for any age, prepared by 

Mariza Ebersohn, a plant-based food content 

creator from Bloemfontein. 

Tiny Tot Cheesy Pesto ABC Pasta 

Ingredients 

2 cups dry alphabet pasta, cooked according to 

packet instructions 

1/3 cup milk of choice 

1/4 cup vegan cream cheese or regular 

1 heaped tbsp pesto of choice 

1 tbsp. nutritional yeast 

Date, Coconut, and Lime 

Bliss Balls 

Ingredients 

2 cups brown dates, soaked in 

warm water to soften 

2 cups shredded coconut 

1/2 cup oats 

1/4 cup smooth nut butter like 

cashew of peanut butter 

1-2 tbsp coconut cream or 

milk 

1/4 cup lime juice 

1/4 tsp lime zest 

Pinch of salt 

Coconut to roll 

Method 

1. Place the bliss ball 

ingredients in a high 

speed blender and blend 

until it forms a dough, add 

more oats if too soft of 

more milk if too dry. 

2. Roll into balls and then roll 

in the shredded coconut. 

Chill in the fridge and 

enjoy for up to 4/5 days 

and freeze for future use. 

Method 

1. Cook the pasta and drain, add in the milk, 

cream cheese, pesto, nutritional yeast and 

season according to taste. 

2. Serve and watch your little one enjoy! 

Photography and Recipe: MARIZA EBERSOHN 


Cheesy Polenta Muffins 

Ingredients 

1/3 cup dry polenta 

1/2 cup self-rising flour 

1 tbsp brown sugar 

1 tsp baking powder 

1/4 cup oil 

1/2-3/4 cup milk 

1 tbsp nutritional yeast 

1/2 cup shredded vegan 

cheddar or regular cheddar 

Salt to taste 

Cheese stars to decorate 

1/3 cup corn kernels or sweet 

corn (optional) 

Method 

1. Preheat the oven or 

air-fryer to 180 degrees 

Celsius. 

2. Add the polenta, flour, 

sugar, baking powder, 

nutritional yeast and 

cheese in a bowl. 

3. Mix the oil and the milk 

and gradually pour in to 

the dry mixture and mix 

well, add more milk if 

needed. 

4. Scoop 2-3 tbsp of the 

batter into paper-lined 

muffin pan and add the 

cheese stars on top. 

5. Bake for 15-18 minutes 

until golden. 

6. Chill and serve or freeze 

for future use. 

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Level up 

your teen’s space 

Promote that old playroom to the next level. Create a teen game room with 

colourful picks that match the gaming aesthetic. 

Gaming rooms can be dark places, so bring some 

light into your teen’s gaming space with this 

battery-operated neon LED light for R229.99 at Mr 

Price Home. 

This is the perfect 

clock for gamers, 

outlining the 

lifecycle of a teen 

gamer, and adding 

colour to their game 

room. Get it at Game 

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Be the coolest gamer’s parent by 

getting hold of this soft controller 

shaped rug for the gamer in your 

house. Available from Mr Price 

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Ergonomics are important, especially in a 

gaming chair, because that’s probably where 

your child will be spending most of their day. 

Get one at Decofurn for R1999. 

Bring all the colours in your teen’s gaming room 

together with this A0 sized framed artwork. 

Available from Makro online for R1665. 

This bookshelf from Takealot offers a versatile 

storage solution. Whether your teen gamer 

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console, get them one for R799. 

Who better to hold your 

gaming controller than 

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and brings a sense 

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Introducing Anliri Brown, the creative force behind Ramblers Club 

Wedding & Function Venue. She has taken on this role full-time and will 

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Anliri Brown and her Mom, Corlia Brown 

Anliri Brown, Venue Coordinator and Manager at Ramblers Club 

Wedding & Function Venue, crafts seamless and unforgettable 

events with a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating 

memorable experiences. She ensures that every event exceeds 

expectations by coordinating all the moving parts involved. 

“It starts with planning, deciding on nuances such as the theme 

and all the little details that make an event special. Then, there’s coordinating with 

vendors, managing schedules, and ensuring everything is set up and ready to go 

on the big day. Albeit stressful, the day of the event is my favourite part, seeing how 

months of planning come together,” she says. 

Anliri’s favourite events are ones where clients give her a blank canvas to let her 

creativity flow. 

“A really great event isn’t just about a beautiful venue or great food; it’s ultimately 

about the experience you create for the guests. Seeing them enjoy themselves 

and knowing that I played a part in making it happen is incredibly rewarding,” she 

explains. 

Selecting the right vendors, Anliri believes is paramount for ensuring the success 

of any event. At Ramblers, they partner with esteemed companies in Bloemfontein, 

chosen based on their positive experiences. 

“These vendors are instrumental 

in bringing our event visions 

to life, whether it’s through 

captivating decorations, engaging 

entertainment, or seamless 

technical support. Through close 

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is meticulously attended to, resulting 

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clients and their guests,” says Anliri. 

They take pride in their ability to 

create unforgettable experiences, no 

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to corporate events and celebrations, 

the venue surpasses expectations. 

“Our venue is adaptable for largescale 

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What sets them apart is their 

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“Our venue exudes a timeless 

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Beyond the ambience, we take 

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Combined with exceptional service 

and attention to detail, they stand 

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events,” Anliri emphasises. 

They aim to be a catalyst for 

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concepts that energise the local 

event scene. 

“There are a multitude of exciting 

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this year. Expect the unexpected 

as we redefine entertainment in 

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Visit ... Paternoster 

A trip down to the Cape 

West Coast is a real treat 

... even more so when 

it includes a few days‘ 

stop-over in Paternoster. 

One of the oldest fishing 

villages on the West Coast, 

it’s all white-washed 

fisherman’s cottages and 

massive boulders, lobsters 

and mussels, jagged cliffs 

and gorgeous beaches. 

Stay ... 

Paternoster is awash with self-catering and guest house accommodation ... our 

preference goes hands down to the Gonana Collection. There’s a guesthouse, two 

fully-furnished, self-catering houses and an exclusive three-roomed Villa, all part of 

the Cape Country Routes collection. And they’ve recently added three self-catering 

studios ... the Scallop, Oyster and Mussel studios. 

As with the original guesthouse, Paternoster’s first sustainable and environmentally 

conscious guesthouse and brainchild of Swedish entrepreneur and interior designer 

Jonas Sandström, the trio of studios are rich in detail, exquisite in taste, and above all 

else, considerate to the environment. So you’ll be living off-the-grid, with solar panels 

providing sustainable energy. 

With an Afro-Scandi vibe, the studios have been beautifully thought out, and are 

wonderfully comfortable. With one queen bed and sleeper couch, each comfortably 

sleeps three - and a pet, since four-legged friends are welcome! The beds are extra 

length, with high-quality, 100% organic bedding and pillows, and there’s a neat 

compact bathroom with shower. 

For those who want to eat in, there’s a fully fitted kitchenette with a gas hob and 

all the utensils you could possibly need, and a small dining room table. The studios 

have a welcome fruit basket (so appreciated ... we always arrive starving!) and are fully 

serviced (no time for making beds on holiday). 

There are also two private terraces ... one fully enclosed out back, another at the 

front with a braai, both with dining tables and chairs. The studios, set just one road 

back and about 50 metres from the beach, overlook the small, secluded indigenous 

garden. For lazy afternoons, there are recliners for relaxed sunbathing and there are 

private, outdoor showers. If you visit in Winter, make sure you try the Kolkol – a South 

African made, four-seater spa bath-type tub heated by wood fire, hidden in the 

garden between the fynbos. 

The only thing you won’t find is a television ... thank heaven, since this is a spot to 

relax, unwind, snooze, read, chat, explore. Just lovely! 


Play ... 

Loads of activities in and around the village ... hikes and 

cycling tracks through the Columbine Reserve, horse 

riding on the beach, and scenic kayaking trips ... spot 

the dolphins, seals, penguins and, in winter, whales. The 

greatest fun of all is the WoweBikes tour. It’s brilliant for 

the whole family, and you don’t have to be particularly 

fit, either ... we had one seasoned, ultra-fit mountain bike 

rider in our party, and then the complete opposite ... unfit, 

hadn’t been on a bike for 50 years, and no balance or 

co-ords at all. A three minute (wobbly) test around the car 

park, then off to the beach for an hour-and-a-half coast 

line ride. Massively enjoyable, and easy peasy ... particularly 

once the not-a-bike-rider discovered the accelerator 

button, and raced along, passing all! There’s the beach 

option and a Cape Columbine tour, which meanders 

through the nature reserve, past Tieties Bay (depending 

on who you chat to, named after a well-known fisherman 

Jacob Titus, who drowned there, or from the massive 

smooth round boulders on the beach and in the sea) and 

up to the lighthouse (built in 1936, it’s perched on Castle 

Rock, and is open for visitors to climb ... views from the top 

take in the whole of the village). 

Eat ... 

Paternoster is home to some sensational restaurants 

- including Wolfgat (a tiny spot that boasts being 

awarded Restaurant of the Year at the World Restaurant 

Awards in Paris in 2019), Voorstrandt (sitting right on the 

beach in an historic red and green house), De See Kat 

(on the water’s edge ... build your own seafood platter 

... brilliant) and the incredible, can’t-miss-it Leeto at The 

Strandloper (amazing chilled views over the beach 

and ocean, first class service and fine, fine dining ... the 

Spring Risotto’s worth travelling for). For a hippy vibe, 

hit the Noisy Oyster, where there’s a fun, flirty menu in 

a bright arty garden setting; for those travelling with 

children, The Waffle Wharf is tremendous ... breakfast 

waffles, savoury versions and dozens and dozens of 

sweet, sweet options too. 

For guests at the studio who don’t want to make 

breakfast, you can select to have breakfast at the 

guesthouse, a short walk away. 

Info ... 

Rates for Oyster studio from R1950 per couple 

per night, R300 for children 1 to 18. Breakfasts at 

guesthouse additional R150 per person. 

Gonana Collection: stay@gonanaguesthouse.com or 

www.gonanaguesthouse.com 

Cape Country Routes: capecountryroutes.com 

WOWeBIKES: bookings@wowebikes.co.za 

or 083-261-9921. 


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