Home-brewed Home girl...bru So I've started off 2017 juggling two jobs. An old one and a new one. Both part-time, and both in the hospitality industry. And in the midst of all this shift-balancing, I just had to find a gap to make the annual trip to my long-time Joburg compadre who unwinds with her mom and family in Houtbay every year. So after work the other day, I filled up the tank, packed an overnight bag and jumped on the N2. (it wasn't dark yet, so I'd still advise taking that route). I arrived in just over an hour and a bit (the beetle forgetting to take the correct off-ramp) and parked outside her spot...facing the downhill of course. In almost five minutes, we had picked up where we left off a year ago, reclined on the deck, catching up on careers, who got engaged and what we're doing with our lives at the moment. Man it is good to catch up with an old friend! Yes, after living in Stellenbosch for two years- or anywhere new for that matter- you do start to change in small ways; maybe it's your taste in things, ideas or even driving style (I like to think my parking skills are still on point though). There's a definite wave of strength and familiarity that comes with seeing and interacting with people who represent home. Though as the conversation went on, it was also clear to see that things do change and evolve and people build up their lives and make moves to suit their aspirations and dreams. They go with the flow, just as you have been doing. This is important to see because it too reminds you of where you need to go and how far you have come. I sincerely encourage surrounding yourself with good people and those that inspire and motivate you. Cherish those who have walked a path with you (even if they don't always go in parallel) and connect with them if the opportunity presents itself (or just make it happen yourself!). I guess as we get older, we all come to know or understand that it's not about how many people you're still in contact with after high school or varsity, but the value of those friendships... Even those that last just a season or a phase, it's okay. All you really need for the ride is a couple of close, good'uns ;) So we ended off the visit with a positively delightful Ladies Breakfast the next morning at a rustic farmstall-turned-food-emporium called "Chardonnay Deli".
I had a Truth coffee and French Toast & Berry compote combination which was out of this world! The other gals enjoyed their BLT Croissants and Omelette filled with pesto, mozzarella and heaven knows what else whilst clinking their Chai Cappuccino's! I do recommend this as a quick stop-off to peruse their delectable home-made treats, captivating canvases (on display in the interior) or even their freshly-cut flowers outside on the front stoep. The back courtyard/forest plays host to guests of all ages, furry pups on leashes hinting for snacks from the table and toddlers trading with sand and pebbles. Below are two links to visit their Facebook Page and Website. https://www.facebook.com/Chardonnay-Deli-1567608153485496/?fref=ts http://www.chardonnaydeli.co.za/ Thank you for the continued support! Do share your stories and send in photo's, we'd love to share them :-)
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AuthorHi there, my name is Judete Fourie. I am a twenty-something-year-old writer living in Stellenbosch in SA's Western Cape. Follow my day to day adventures that involve wine, wit and braaibroodjies. Archives
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