12 Days of Christmas - Day 12

and on the 12th day of Christmas...
... on my Christmas Wishlist

My Own Christmas Dessert - 



Step 1 - Clean out a glass, cup or bowl.
Step 2 - Buy mini caramel swiss-rolls from Woolworths and cut them up and layer the bottom of your glass, cup or bowl.
Step 3 - Add a dash of some La Motte Millenium to cover and moisten that swiss-roll up. (Have a tot or two if you wish)
Step 4 - Using fresh cream & instant chocolate mousse. Prepare your own double thick chocolate mousse and add to your glass, cup or bowl.
Step 5 - Using some fresh berries (blue berries, raspberries & mulberries) add a bit of freshness to your glass, cup or bowl.
Step 6 - After preparing a bit of jelly of your choice, fill up the glass, cup or bowl to the brim.
Step 7 - Pop into the fridge to cool and set.
Step 8 - Served with some delicious homemade ice-cream laden with peppermint crisp, lunch bar & pecan nuts.

Enjoy! Oh, and don't feel guilty! After all, we will be back in the gym to 'stick to' those New Years Resolutions.

12 Days of Christmas - Day 11

and on the 11th day of Christmas...
... on my Christmas Wishlist

Apple iPhone 6S

So the phone that was very anticipated a while back makes it onto my wish list, because I'm an Apple fan and I believe that they are just pretty darn awesome devices.

I opted for the iPhone 6S and not the 'Plus' as that device is just somewhat too big for me to use with one hand and I would end up being rendered useless and irritated.

12 Days of Christmas - Day 9

and on the 9th day of Christmas...
... on my Christmas Wishlist

#DandyAF - Bowtie.

For those of you that know me, will know that I love a bowtie! And just this year, a friend and fellow blogger, Alan Foley brought out his very own range of beautifully bold bowties. Alan has been wearing bowties for numerous years and has sort of become his very own trademark.

The name "#DandyAF. I love this play on words! A.F. - Alan Foley, and well, just you use your imagination as to what else that would stand for.

How to get your hands on one - just pop Alan an email at dandyalanfoley@gmail.com and you can arrange everything with him. The very cool thing is that these bowties are created in limited numbers and once that range is sold out, it will be discontinued. So you need to hurry up and get your hands on one today.

12 Days of Christmas - Day 8

and on the 8th day of Christmas...
... on my Christmas Wishlist

Woolworths - Rose Flavoured Turkish Delight covered in Milk Chocolate.

If you ever wanted to bribe me, then this is the way. I have loved Turkish Delight from a very young age. I remember that you used to get that Turkish Delight Chocolate way back when that had the thin layer of chocolate and lots of Turkish Delight. And over the years, the chocolate got thicker and the turkish delight got thinner until it totally disappeared and was taken off the market. And then whilst standing in the queue at Woolworths food to pay for my groceries, you know there in that isle where you are led into temptation to get every damn chocolate and sweet that they have there.

I spotted the Turkish Delight and temptation got the better of me. So it landed up in my trolley. And now I am so glad that it did. A lovely soft turkish delight covered in a thin layer of chocolate makes it an absolute delight.

So remember. You can get me one of these any day!

12 Days of Christmas - Day 7

and on the 7th day of Christmas...
... on my Christmas Wishlist

Krone Borealis.

I am an avid lover of a good bottle of bubbly. The Krone Borealis is a MCC created using grape varieties of Pinot Noir & Chardonnay.

I love how the name came to being. As quoted on the Krone website: "Legend records that Bacchus, God of Wine in Greek Mythology, fell in love with Ariadne, daughter of the King of Crete. In order to uplift her spirits & to prove his love to her, he threw his golden crown, a circlet of gems, into the 'heavens' where it remained to shine forever as the dainty constellation of starts called CORONA BOREALIS.  Corona means Crown, as does Krone. Following the thought pattern yet? Hence the name Krone Borealis. Thus this MCC is often described as being full of stars and as the grapes are harvested at night under the starry night sky.

So you can be sure that I will be having a bottle or 2 over the next few days whilst relaxing on holiday.

Check out @KroneMCC on Twitter and give them a shoutout when you pop a bottle.

12 Days of Christmas - Day 6

and on the 6th day of Christmas...
... on my Christmas Wishlist

Fujifilm - Instax Mini 50S.

Having photography as a hobby of mine, something that I have started to take more interest in, is the old polaroid shots. You know, those cameras which would print a picture immediately after you took it? The one with the white border? The one you would flick up and down to help it expose faster? Yes. That is next on my wishlist.

Fujifilm has brought out a range of these cameras called 'Instax.' There are quite a few in this range. However the one that caught my eye is the Instax Mini 50S. With its compact and rather stylish body in a piano black colour, I would think that this quite suits me and would be a great little camera to have with me at events and functions to capture some adventures in a new way instead of just making use of my iPhone.

This little camera weighs in at only 275g and is 11.2cm x 9.65 cm x 4.95cm making it perfect size. Not too big & not too small.

The images these lil things push out immediately are 6.2cm x 4.6 cm, so they make the perfect pictures for those people who keep photos of loved ones in their wallets.

Lets hope my parents read this article as soon as possible to catch my hint on this one. 

Check out Fujifilm for more information on some of the other Instax cameras they have on offer.

12 Days of Christmas - Day 5

and on the 5th day of Christmas...
... on my Christmas Wishlist

Soviet Denim - .

Real People, Real Denim. That is the Soviet motto.
Well, I won't lie. I love their denims. They just fit so well and are comfortable all day. Some denims have that tendency to make you uncomfortable after wearing them for a few hours. Not these.

Oh, and guess who else wears Soviet Denims? Our very own lovely ladies from Miss South Africa. I had the lovely opportunity earlier in this year to spend the morning with Liesl Laurie (Miss South Africa 2015), Refilwe Mthimunye (1st Princess) & Ntsiki Mkhize (2nd Princess) at Soviet in Cresta. Watching them shop and try out different styles and cuts. We had such a fun day. Check out some of the pics from that day.

And so on my wishlist, I shall add the Soviet Keaton #4 Fashion Skinny Denim Jean. I have a smaller build and believe that one needs to always wear clothing that fits you properly and not too small and not too big. That is why these skinny denim's are perfect as they actually fit so well on me. 

Check them out: @SovietDenim

12 Days of Christmas - Day 10

and on the 10th day of Christmas...
... on my Christmas Wishlist

Ryan Keys - 

Pinotage Oud Eu de Parfum.


So a while back I had heard that designer, Ryan Keys from Keys Fashion would be launching his very own fragrance. With the opening of the Keys Fashion store at Hyde Park Corner, we were able to sample the very 1st fragrance from Ryan Keys - Pinotage Oud Eu de Parfum. 

A Proudly South African fragrance which is produced and bottled in 100ml bottles has been inspired by South African sweet Pinotage grapes, being the top note. With this, it shares the exotic Oud & Ylang-Ylang. Red berries, vanilla & a touch of spices balances out the fragrance perfectly. This Eau de Parfum has long lasting properties and is most definitely a fragrance of passion and unforgettable moments as Ryan says.

Time to grab your very own 100ml bottle. Retailing at R1500.00 a bottle, you can get your hands on one at either Keys Fashion in Hyde Park Corner or at the Keys Fashion store in Parkhurst, Johannesburg.

I am super excited to share that I am the owner of the very 1st bottle of Ryan Keys - Pinotage Oud Eau de Parfum that has been sold and it is now nestled safely under my Christmas Tree.   

12 Days of Christmas - Day 4

and on the 4th day of Christmas...
... on my Christmas Wishlist

Baygro Clothing - Printed Hooded Vee

This is such a cool item of clothing to have in your cupboard. I like that this is something that I can wear in summer and winter. It is a long sleeve, low cut v-neck t with a hood. Local designer, Xander Cox, from Durban started his this label with the slogan "Seriously Kiff Shit" and well, quite frankly, I agree and I just love it and that is why it has made our list this year.

Check them out on facebook - Baygro clothing

and on Twitter - @Baygro

12 Days of Christmas - Day 3

and on the 3rd day of Christmas...
... on my Christmas Wishlist

Diesel - Sneakers

Whilst attending the relaunch of the Diesel store in Rosebank recently, I spotted a pair of white sneakers. Now my track record with white shoes is not really a good one. With my luck, I will drop a french fry dipped in t-sauce on one of the shoes the very 1st time I even wear them out in public. But, I still think these are a great pair of white leather sneakers that could be dressed up or down with a variety of looks, casual and formal.

12 Days of Christmas - Day 2

and on the 2nd day of Christmas...
... on my Christmas Wishlist

Augustine - Leather 'Murse' & Wallet.

So whilst attending the opening of 'Workshop Newtown' at Newtown Junction a while back, I was stoked to spot that Augustine had a stall and had many handcrafted leather goods. 
I spotted what is known as a 'murse' (ie. a 'man-purse') which is a hand crafted & hand stitched leather folder. And right next to this, was the accompanying wallet.
Check them out! 

Such good quality and craftmanship makes it a must have this Christmas.

12 Days of Christmas - Day 1

and on the 1st day of Christmas...
... on my Christmas Wishlist

Bonafide Beards - 

All Natural Beard Balm & Beard Oil.

So if you know me and have seen me, you will know that I have a beard that I have been grooming since June of 2015. There are some days that come where I sit and contemplate just taking the razor and shaving it all off. And then I come to my senses and just brush it out. The tricky, part is to keep a beard neat and tidy. With me working in the corporate environment, it is a necessity to keep my beard in good condition all month round. My suggestion to you. Bonafide Beards. 

All natural and organic beard grooming products developed right here in South Africa by Monique Flemming using ingredients such as beeswax, tea tree oil, sandalwood, coconut oil & a few other essential oils. 

They have the complete range that you need.

Wooden brushes with natural & boar hair.

Beard & Mustache Comb. (I have yet to get one of these! It's on my personal wishlist!) 

Beard Balm.

Beard Oil.

Cleansing Bar.

And a few cool accessories too.

Check them out:
www.bonafidebeards.com
Facebook: Bonafide Beards
Twitter: @BonafideBeards
Instagram: Bonafide_Beards