unwinding wind

M: Yes, the Capetonian wind can drive you crazy. Especially at night! But shoo, I dig it too... So by the sight of the rough sea and a proper sandstorm in Camps Bay last weekend, I stopped my car to enjoy the feel of a natural sand scrub. B's hat flew away and he had to run for his life to catch it, but it was energising like nothing else. Today I made a decision: every day I will go for a short beach walk. No matter what the weather is like. Simply because its illuminating effect on the mind is so powerful. *Camps Bay, Cape Town

secret dining at opal lounge

M: Last week I was invited for a 'Secret Dinner' by my good friend Maria Vasco. She initiated a brilliant concept that guarantees a stylish venue, exclusive food and -most important- a group of wonderful, life embracing peeps. Where, what and who is only revealed on the day itself. When I receive her message saying that she would meet all of us in the Private room at Opal Lounge, I knew I would not be disappointed. In it's warm decor the gorgonzola with pear starter and rare seared yellow fin tuna tasted as pretty as it looked. Before we knew it everyone was bedazzled from the oriental vibes and fully enjoying a genuine fun night. We topped it off with a nightcap and dance at Jade, before I slipped into my bed with a big smile on my face. What a lovely night... can't wait for the next one! *The Opal Lounge, Cape Town *Secret Dinner by 68 Encounters *Black silk top Maria: Jenny Button/ Wool dress M: Patrizia Pepe