This morning, my kids woke up bright and early at 6am to get ready for the first day of school.  They were not very happy bunnies having to wake up so early, and also to know that their cousins from Zimbabwe were able to sleep a couple of hours later than them.  Very cute to go into their room and find Michael and his cousin, Thomas, sleeping top to tail.  I’m very surprised they slept through the night, because it looked like there was a lot of kicking going on!!

We have been so fortunate this past month to have my mum, my sister and her family and my husband’s parents visiting.  Actually Mark’s parents have emigrated from Zimbabwe, so they’ll be here for life.  But I haven’t seen my sister and her family in 3 years and my mum in 2 years, so it’s been a lot of fun times catching up.
With 17 of us (two little children are missing and I’m taking the photograph), we have been treated to some pretty spectacular cuisine.  I love food, so this week’s newsletter of various different ways of enjoying the beauty of Africa and the sensational food really tickles my taste buds.  I hope you enjoy!

Sandy

Sandy Salle

Home to some of the world’s most famous masters of culinary creations, Africa is every food lover’s dream. Whether you’re a budding chef, renowned chef, or simply love indulging your palette, various countries throughout Africa offer diversified culinary scenes that are just as exciting to explore as the plains of the Serengeti.

Below are some of South Africa’s finest culinary safari tours:

Sweni Lodge

Located along the secluded eastern region of Kruger National Park, guests partaking in a gourmet safari at Singita’s Sweni Lodge have the highly rewarding opportunity to indulge in culinary masterpieces created by award-winning chef Bruce Robertson.

Perfect for the discerning traveler and food connoisseur, Sweni Lodge’s luxury gourmet safari combines high-end safari tours with phenomenal culinary demonstrations, meals, wine pairings, tastings, and more. And, with its own, private wine cellar, Sweni Lodge provides guests with an exceptional wine pairing experience, using only the finest selection of world-renowned wines.

Dedicated to providing each client with superior personalized service, Sweni Lodge offers groups of up to 12 individuals the opportunity to experience an intimate and private 5-night gourmet safari. During this world-class safari, guests experience delightful conversation as they enjoy sparkling wine tastings, walking safaris, bush breakfasts, game drives, exhilarating cooking demonstrations, sensational bush dinners, boma drumming demonstrations, and much more.

Cape Fusion Culinary Tours

Hosting a wide spectrum of exceptional culinary tours throughout South Africa’s Cape region, Cape Fusion offers travelers the opportunity to expand their culinary horizons and indulge in the sweet and savory flavors of South African cuisine.

Rusthof Gourmet Safaris

Comprised of the perfect balance of safari adventure and culinary exploration, Rusthof’s 7-day Gourmet Safaris offer participants the chance to observe the Big Five and other fascinating game on early morning game drives, as well as enjoy a flavorful spectrum of charming picnics and five-star dinners amongst Africa’s exotic natural surroundings. On this safari, guests explore remarkable flavors and exciting safari tours in a private setting with South Africa’s Chef of the Year, Reuben Riffel and renowned South African wildlife expert and professional safari guide, Frank McCourt.

Each night, guests can retreat to the intimate setting of their spacious, tented camp before awaking to a gourmet breakfast and extraordinary game drive. After each of the early morning drives, guests enjoy a delightful picnic where they try some of South Africa’s most exceptional local fare and world-renowned wines.