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Aug 29

by admin in Coffee & Cake, Explore South Africa, Hearty Meals, Hidden Gems, Off the Beaten Track, Things to do, Uncategorized 0 comments tags: bakery, coffee, relax, scones & cream, waffles

Drakensberg Valley Bakery

The Valley Bakery in the hilly slopes of the Drakensburg has become more than just a bakery in the Berg, it has become a Berg Institution. Travelers should not dream about vacationing in the Berg without stopping at this prized gem tucked away beyond an airstrip and behind rows of tall shady trees. This past weekend we made two stops at the Valley Bakery and we were not disappointed. On the first occasion, it was a glorious sunny day and we decided to have a cold beverage and treat in the shade of the verandah. Delicious looking biscuits, donuts and breads are the first treats that you notice when entering the bakery. There is also display cabinets showing off cute kitchen wares, baby clothes and various arts and crafts. Multiple cakes line the counters and sit in the cool fridges for customers to choose from, definitely making your mouth water at every sight. Creamy milkshakes, lemon meringue pies, cooked shoestring chips and quiche were our choice of the day and we could not falter the Bakery on any of these. On the second occasion, it was a chilly day and we were soothed by warm cappuccinos, a pepper steak pie […]

Apr 17

by admin in Explore South Africa, Fine Dining, Food 0 comments tags: 5 star, breakfast, champagne, oysters, waffles

Breakfast at the Oyster Box

We arrived at the Oyster Box for breakfast on a beautiful autumn Durban morning, although still a bit warm outside there was a crispness to the air and it was a perfectly clear day. We had booked to sit inside as we had been warned that sitting outside could get a bit hot and or windy, however on this particular morning we would have been safe either way. The four of us were seated at a booth style table that was very comfortable and form where much laughter would resonate over the next few hours. Having arrived early and hungry we took full advantage of the vast spread the Oyster Box had laid out. We started with fruit, yogurt and muesli, then onto cold meat, cheese and pastry’s. At this point the more adventures members of the group indulged in a few fresh oysters. After a pot of filter coffee we tacked the full compliment of eggs, bacon, sausages and poached haddock in cream. At this point it might have been wise to call it a day but with our eyes ever bigger than our stomachs we wrapped breakfast up with a syrupy waffle and cream topped off […]

Nov 29

by Outdoor South Africa in Coffee & Cake, Explore South Africa, Food 0 comments tags: coffee, fresh cream, syrup, waffles

Midlands Waffles

For me the Belgian chocolate shop is a ‘must visit’ destination when in the Midlands. Their variety of chocolates is enough to make any sweet-lover weak at the knees. On this sunny Saturday, the sign that caught my eye was Florentine’s Belgian Waffles. This quaint little waffle restaurant is adjacent to the chocolate shop and is situated in a little wooden hut with an extended deck. Serving a variety of sweet and savory waffle dishes we were surprised at the creative toppings that one can order. If you are not a waffle fan, there is also a choice of toasted sandwiches. We chose to have the traditional waffles with syrup and cream or ice cream and we were not disappointed. They were so tasty and just the right size. It was so nice to relax and look out over the farmlands enjoying the surroundings and our delicious find.

Drakensberg Valley Bakery

Breakfast at the Oyster Box

Midlands Waffles

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