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[mtb-riding]

It was a runners weekend with my trust steed still hanging in the ICU waiting for the required parts. Was actually kind of fun taking a quick trot around @helderbergtrails early on a Saturday morning, then around #paardevlei for a quick @myrunsa. . . #trailrunning #run #running #runlife #trailrun #nature #fitness #trails #outdoorsports #stravarun #runsa #runninglife #sauconyperegrine #saucony #helderberg #helderbergtrails #helderbergfarm (at Somerset West, Western Cape) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4Hlvv1pDnu/?igshid=wyrrh8x9mdxm

[craiglotter]

It is hard not to appreciate having all this public art out on display along all the walkways of the Paardevlei precinct. A really great initiative! #sculpture #art #publicart #paardevlei #somersetwest #southafrica (at Cheetah Outreach)

[coenieinafrica]

Making the best of load-shedding as a family. (sound on) Paardevlei Trail: Distance: 2,9km Elevation gain: 30m Absolutely beautiful! Nature, sounds, fresh air. Music: Farewell Musician: Ilya Truhanov Site: https://icons8.com/music/ #loadshedding #nature #hike (at Paardevlei) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfW20e1MUPN/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[djoskarr]

Thank You for the support. Link in bio of you still wanna checkout the channel. (at Paardevlei Lifestyle Estate) https://www.instagram.com/p/CbSPTNihh7x/?utm_medium=tumblr

[dimworld]

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Afternoon walks ... #naturelover #afternoonsun #eveningstroll #walkinthepark #morningwalks #sunnyafternoon #sundaywalks #outforawalk #morningstroll #walkingthedog #sundaystroll (at Paardevlei Lifestyle Estate) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTu4kT2l-CM/?utm_medium=tumblr

[scamtracers]

Busamed Paardevlei Hospital

[svdmstudio]

I’m so happy to have been part of @lionelsmit opening of his new studio in Somerset West last night. As an artist he’s consistently moving the goalposts & inspiring us fellow artists to challenge ourselves everyday. Well done my friend! Sending you love & wishes of success for many many years to come. Do pop in when you're in the area, because small images on IG don't do his work justice. Address above. #picoftheday #look #instaart #instacool #instalike #instatalent #exhibitors #contemporaryart #contemporary #beautiful #insta_global #instagood #igers #instaartwork #instaartoftheday #bestoftheday #instadaily #instaartist #instaartwork #insta_snapshot #newartwork #artistsoninstagram #igersoftheday #johanlouw #lionelsmit #artexhibition #artshow #supportlivingartists (at Paardevlei Square) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq5N4keHdjv/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=e7t04sgfvm9f

[zeepicz]

Busamed kicked iff #heritageweekend with a fun team building including ALL the departments in the hospital. The directive? Make a heritage inspired meal. @avontuur_restaurant was one of the judges and much tasting and fun was had by all. Here is the winning team in all 12 national costumes and languages represented. What a great idea Busamed!! (at Busamed Paardevlei Private Hospital) https://www.instagram.com/p/BoBXianl2wg/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1if138g437lyf

[delusionaldisaster]

A little less wise but at least she's cute 😂💕🤔 (at Cure Day Clinic, Paardevlei Somerset West.)

[craiglotter]

Craft Beer at Triggerfish Brewing in Paardevlei, Somerset West (2019-04-09)

Craft Beer at Triggerfish Brewing in Paardevlei, Somerset West (2019-04-09)

The guys at Triggerfish Brewing started brewing commercially in 2010, making them the second oldest craft brewery still brewing in the greater Cape Town area. That said, they are also so tucked away that unless you know about it, you’ll probably never stumble into them either!

Situated in an old factory building deep at the back of Paardevlei (an old forgotten industrial area which is…

[tammytaylornailssa-blog]

#Repost @tammytaylornailssomersetwest ・・・ Call us on 084 489 8093 or download the Tammy Taylor SA app for bookings & pricing. Find us at Paardevlei Specialist Medical Centre (opposite The Sanctuary Shopping Centre) Somerset West. Done @tammytaylornailssomersetwest (at Somerset West, Western Cape)

[djoskarr]

“Inhlonipho pa ngihamba khona” (at Paardevlei Lifestyle Estate) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca6rJMwB2KG/?utm_medium=tumblr

[beedujourblog]

On the 26th September Ayama Wines officially launched their brand and asked a group of media to visit and explore their farm. Ayama Wines resides on Slent Farm, which lies on the Paardevlei region in the Paarl Winelands outside Cape Town. Let’s take a look at the people and process behind the brand.

The Slent farm was bought over by an Italian owners Michela Sfiligoi and her husband in 2004 while visiting South Africa.  Since then they have been busy creating a balance and unique offering in a mix of Italian and South African wines. Some of the vines were imported from Italy, then grown in our local soil to make a new combined taste for Ayama wines.

Based on their love for South Africa and their home country of Italy, Ayama Wines are a new product to come out of South Africa. On arriving, we were welcomed with a chilled prosecco while we were introduced to the farm, given a short history and more about the brand’s story.

A drive through Ayama Wine Farm

After the welcome drinks, we were treated to cute tractor ride around the property. When I heard we were visiting a farm, the first thing I though was dress comfortably! I’m glad I listened to my instinct.

We drove around the olive trees and to the vineyards.  We got an opportunity to plant one of the vines into the soil. Our hosts provided us with shoe protectors because it was an overcast day and the field was muddy.

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Lunch with Ayama Wines

After the ride, we were treated to an Italian styled lunch paired with the Ayama wines. The restaurant is a beautifully renovated into a seating area and pantry. The high ceiling, white washed walls give the space a simplistic and homey atmosphere which doubles as a great events hall.

The food was laid out as a large spread, and we could help ourselves to freshly baked breads, salamis, smoked hams and a variety of cheeses. It was delicious, and my favourite was the cheese and bread.

We were served mini pizzas, soup and artichokes. I’m not an artichoke fan, so I cannot tell you of it was good or not. I heard it was delicious from Roxy of the Witty Wine Woman blog.

Italian hearts, South African Soil

The Sfiligois currently also produce and sell flour and olives alongside their wines. Their onsite store is an old sheep/pig feeding trough which they cleverly converted to display and store their goods. Upstairs, they have a small craft store selling local hand-made goods such as soaps and various paraphernalia.

The wines were light and delicious. The wines we tasted at lunch (I forgot their names) had a sweet note to them that created a nice balance without being too overwhelming.

I think Ayama wine shows us the new possibilities in foreign investment in agriculture and farming in South Africa. The fusion of imported Italian vine seeds is not an easy task to overcome from the importing permissions to the actual challenge of harvesting it in new soil. The combination was undoubtedly unique, and the hard work has paid off. We now have a new taste and brand right here in SA.

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Visit Ayama

The farm is scenic and has wonderful views over the valley. I think the fact that they are still new, makes it all still a bit intriguing. The drive alone in this unspoilt wine region should definitely be on your to-do list as well.

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Italian hearts. South African soil. 🐆 . . Wednesday was the official launch of Ayama wines @ayamaslent1 farm in the Paardevlei region in the Paarl winelands. Refreshing light Italian inspired wines along with an amazing spread, this chilled farm is def worth a visit. . Stay tuned for more pics & post at www.beedujour.com . . #ayamawines #capewinelands #capewine2018 #paarl #paarlwineroute #southafricanwine #italianfood #italianwines #beedujour #capetownblogger #instagramcapetown #deliciously_sa #instaeatscapetown #discover_ctwc #capetowninfo

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Read about Ayama Wines, a new Italian brands home grown in South Africa #itaianwine #southafricanwine #ayamawines On the 26th September Ayama Wines officially launched their brand and asked a group of media to visit and explore their farm.

[craiglotter]

Nature Walk around Paardevlei in Somerset West (2019-04-06)

Nature Walk around Paardevlei in Somerset West (2019-04-06)

All the newly developed houses, apartment blocks and office spaces are now quickly springing up all around Paardevlei, but pleasingly the nature walk that takes you around the vlei is still open to the public – and if you know about it, then you have another great stretch your legs kind of place to add to the local list.

Seeing as this particularly shallow vlei relies almost entirely on…