Three weeks into our trip and we have settled into a comfortable routine with a couple of fitness classes, a couple of yoga classes and a bit of cycling - it all helps to counteract the food and the wine consumption. We have also fitted in a few wine tastings and lunches at local wineries.
On top of that, the warm weather has arrived - still a little cool for breakfast outside but otherwise definitely feels like summer. Some of the locals may still be dressed for the cool weather - wearing scarves and jackets - but its warm enough for us.
Sunday morning started with a 40 mile ride with Sue and the cycling group - including our favourite big hill - but back in time for the end of the Wales / France game - not an impressive win but a win none the less.
With both Scotland and Ireland out of the contest, our allegiance has switched to the Springboks so lots of interest in their quarter-final against Japan. Good result for SA in the face of a determined Japanese team. Hopefully the success of the Brave Blossoms will encourage continuing rugby investment in the country.
Rugby was followed by our first braai of this trip. We have a built in gas braai which needs a little bit of care and attention - and also has starlings or doves nesting in the chimney - so we had to default to the Weber and some charcoal but managed to cook enough meat for 6 people without burning anything. The Painted Wolf Pinotage made all the difference. Definitely need more practice!
On top of that, the warm weather has arrived - still a little cool for breakfast outside but otherwise definitely feels like summer. Some of the locals may still be dressed for the cool weather - wearing scarves and jackets - but its warm enough for us.
Sunday morning started with a 40 mile ride with Sue and the cycling group - including our favourite big hill - but back in time for the end of the Wales / France game - not an impressive win but a win none the less.
With both Scotland and Ireland out of the contest, our allegiance has switched to the Springboks so lots of interest in their quarter-final against Japan. Good result for SA in the face of a determined Japanese team. Hopefully the success of the Brave Blossoms will encourage continuing rugby investment in the country.
Rugby was followed by our first braai of this trip. We have a built in gas braai which needs a little bit of care and attention - and also has starlings or doves nesting in the chimney - so we had to default to the Weber and some charcoal but managed to cook enough meat for 6 people without burning anything. The Painted Wolf Pinotage made all the difference. Definitely need more practice!
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