The Good Luck Club

Menu cover, lovely design!

The other day someone called me a foodie. Now I have heard this term before but never targeted at myself.

"Why?" I inquired.
"Because all you ever write about on your blog is food Coco!"

Mmm not quite. But with this statement I did so happen to realize that I never do reviews on restaurants anymore and what a shame that is. Since I do, in almost every Weekend Learning's, mention at least one coffee shop or restaurant and I eat out with wonderful company a minimum of twice a week. I should probably write about my experiences in the greater johannesburg area… right? Yes. Well here goes.

From top left, the beef basil heaven, the chichen dim sum, the
cute cactus on our tables and the 'save-your-life' Wolves cheese cake.

The Good Luck Club.

Everyone knows my favourite spot in town is Wolves. So when I discovered they were opening a noodle bar (second favourite thing!) I almost pitched a tent and camped outside with my bowl waiting for samples. I didn't… But I wasn't disappointed when I did eventually make it through the doors.

Walls adorned with kitty cats in top hats, tiny cactus table décor, a vintage bar and classic hipster overall design this place is the ultimate smile and enjoy your dindin's spot. With unique yummy starters like Chicken, Celery and Spring Onion Dim Sum and Prawn and Avo Spring Rolls, starters are a must.

I have to be honest I have only tried two of the mains. I have been there a total of six times now. I have tried the Ginger Plum Chicken and wasn't a fan, it was too sweet for me. But the Crisp Twice Fried Beef with Basil… oh my gosh. Yes I have had it five times and plan to have it again tomorrow night when I go there again. Di-VINE! Other friends have informed me that the Yellow Potato curry is to die for and the Peanut Sauce is a must as a side order.

When desserting I won't venture further than ordering Wolves's famous Cheescake, I swear by it to save lives and fix broken hearts.

Good to know booking is a must you can call them {here} and Lunch & Dinner - Tuesday – Saturday and Lunch only – Sunday.

Go there now, see you tomorrow night!

Xoxo

PS.  Take me to the Noodle bar baby ^_^

The Famous Four do The Good Luck Club.

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Baby it's Cold Outside

Baby its cold outside. Yes it is. And there are plenty of reasons to retire indoors. You want to hear some of Coco's? Fine I'll tell you, but only because I think you're great.

• There is nothing better than a warm pot o' tea. I'm addicted to Eve's Instant Honeyed Ginger Tea. You can add it to your green tea as well. I drink it just as is, so yummy and great for winter and to ward off little colds.
• Stripey pumps. Stripy pumps are in full rage at Mr Price and I'm smitten with their cuteness.
• Leg warmers. Yes this is a weird one. But its too cold to wear those lovely stripey pumps alone so whipping on some leg warmers over your jeans or leggings looks great. Warning; stick to similar hues of colour for example I do super dark blue (almost black) jeggings black leg warmers and dark red and black striped pumps. Also I don't have those nice skinny beanpole legs a lot of girls have so the darker the more slimming- better with the addition of all the knitting of the leg warmers. Fun!
• Reintroducing myself to Bon Iver. Nothing better than listening to some good music snuggly and warm in the arms of someone gorgeous. They sound like an abandoned house far away only housing two people with the same smile. And guess what?The word Bon Iver is derived from the french phrase bon hiver meaning "good winter" or "have a good winter". If that isn't a good sign then I don't know what is! Grab a warm body and close your eyes...
• Wolves. Whether it's tea, coffee, wine, cake, art, boardgames or a band on a Thursday it's the perfect place to stop for a bite or a beer. Shelter from the cold has never looked / tasted / sounded this good. Total addict, always will be.
• Creaming myself up in this fry weather. Hand cream is a must! Healing Hands Lime Tree Extract and Grape Seed Oil is my ultimate favourite! The smell is unbelievable and its SPF 15. Divine!
• Spending more time with my loved ones. Summer tends to drive me to the corners of the city to explore and be the true sun baby I am. Winter on the other hand makes me want to be close to people. And only people I admire and love. One of those little people (yes he's my little person) is my Pekingese Louis. I recently joined the Pekingese Rescue of South Africa. Reading a lot of the stories made me burst into tears. If you're looking for a little love to warm your lap and your heart this winter please go {here} and adopt a Peke like my Louis. I promise you will always be warm and you will be saving the life of one of the relations of the fluffy angel who daily warms my life. Blessed.
• My sisters wedding. Yes my big sister is getting married! I cannot wait for next weekends family overload in beautiful Swellendam. A small wedding with only family and the closest of friends, celebratory perfection. Not to mention I really need a break. 
• A fireplace of course. If you can find one, if you have one or if you know a restaurant with one, don't tell anyone but visit her often. There is no warmth like the warmth of a natural fireplace, the smell of real burning logs and the glow of the smile it produces.

Hope this helps you keep the chill factor to a minimum! Hold her tight, keep him close.

Xoxo

PS. It's important to tell the people you love how much you love them while they can hear you.

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Weekend Learning's

Ah, Instagram, you make Coco happy.

Another weekend wisped away from me. I spent it in Cape Town under the mist, it was wonderful. This is what I learned,

• What on earth has happened to Chivalry? Really men can we not try a little harder. You are so few and far between.
• I still think the Wheel in Cape Town is one of the most beautiful things ever… giant Christmas biscuit of light, so pretty.
• You can't blame someone for leaving, if you never gave them a reason to stay.
• I struggle not to drool in the Mac stores these days. There is so much awesome, its hard not to feel overwhelmed by the idea that Apple is really going to take over the world.
• Seeing someone I haven't seen in a long time always makes me nervous. I don't know why because it always feels like I was never gone when I see these particular favourite souls of mine. Real connections never fade or change.
• El Burro's smokey poppers are the perfect amount of heat and cheese, super yum Donkey!
• People like to bring up your past, when your present and future look better than theirs.
• An Ombré hair style is half brown at the top and half blonde at the bottom and it looks great on Karma.
• Karma's french toast also saves lives, trust me, I know.
• Sitting next to a fireplace is still one of the best feelings, nothing can beat the warmth of a natural fire. And it is oh so romantic, Prrr.
• Sure you can try to hurt me, but you've got to ask yourself, "Do i wanna wake up tomorrow?" Ha ha. Read this on Twitter and had to share it.
• Guys: never take a good woman for granted, because one day another guy will come along and appreciate what you didn't.
• Getting in a black taxi, going to the train station and bustling over to Kalk Bay where we ate cheap fish and chips next to the sea at Lucky's Fish and Chips was amazing.
• Only in South Africa is the ambiant music on the train a little boy with a 'guitar'. When I say 'guitar' I mean a wooden plank with a milk bottle on the end with one string of wire… *pluck pling!
• I'm loving hats, especially when they're furry and we look like we want to hunt Elk in them… *BANG BANG!
• Leaving Cape Town always puts an empty feeling in my heart… I never quite know if its a person or the city. But ill be back very soon, you can count on it.
• Bottega (in Jozi) has the best Peach and Mint G'nT ever, it is delicious.
• Wolves Cheese Cake… like I've said before, it fixes broken hearts and also helps with ones which miss Capey Town, Mew. And the crockery is so gorgeous… sigh.
• Generosity is also a rare thing. The generosity of kindness sometimes is the least shared gift you can give. Thank you to all the people who gave me kindness this weekend, I love you all.

Xoxo

PS. Hug a Hipster, they are people too, thanks uncle.

True that.

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Weekend Learning's

Amazing... something to live by.

A very late weekend learnings coming up. Sorry loves it has been one of the toughest weeks ever and it kind of only a sliver of whats to come.

• Nonna Mia is a delicious little Italian spot in Blue Bird. I especially love the bold and modern decorations. And they have a TV, winning.
• A cluttered desk makes for a tidy mind... I’ve heard, or I’m trying to justify.
• I’m in love with Awolnation especially 'Sail'. “Blame it on me being a different breed baby...” something I can live up to.
• Local is definitely lekker, aKING, Zebra and Giraffe, 340ml, Lark, my list can go on and on. Jozifest was a ripper, I loved it.
• Being with no one is better than being with the wrong one because those who fly solo often have the strongest wings.
• You know you’re stressed you when you can sleep straight through one of Jozi’s famous thunder storms and not hear a peep.
• Wolves Cheesecake has healing properties. When you’re feeling down, trust me, it’ll make you feel better... I’m going there after this post.

Have a lovely week angels.

Xoxo

PS. 'Dancing under a highway'

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Weekend Learning's

Birds of a feather...

The first Weekend Learning’s for 2012. When I look back at the first Weekend Learning’s of 2011 I cannot believe how much has changed. I cannot believe that January 2011 was when the clumsy started. 2011 was definitely the broken year. The more people I talk to the more I hear how tough it really was. It was by far the most testing and toughest year of my life. But I grew so much and learnt so many things. I am happier than I have ever been and its all because of you. This is what I learned this weekend;

• Detoxing is fun... If you’re a rabbit. No really it is and it saves a lot on the wallet.
• The Baron actually serves fresh Orange juice so its not so bad to go out and not drink at this particular bar.
• Friday night in with the pup is still one of my favourite things to do.
• I am going to do more of what makes me happy this year and if you don’t like it you can stay right where you are.
• Neighbourgoods Market in Juta Street Jozi is wonderful! I think it might be better than the Biscuit Mill one... But to be fair I will have to go at least 10 times. (yes I have been to the Biscuit Mill at least 10 times so what!?)
• Jozi has its own gorgeous Lomography store, I almost lit my eyes on fire in excitement. YAY for meeee! No more fretting about getting film in Cape Town.
• Dancing up a storm on a double shot (of espresso) is too much fun! Especially waking up early the next morning, feeling wonderful and banging out a 6km run. Feeling fab.
• Sometimes I wonder if there are such trivial things as Facebook in heaven. I wonder if my friends are up there reading their Facebook walls while all the poor souls still stuck on earth are writing on their angels walls... Its strange to me.
• I’m completely obsessing over the Drive soundtrack especially Under You’re Spell by Desire... Electro lurve. Ryan Gosling is so yummmy! eeek!
• The Counter’s brownie’s are the stuff dreams are made of... I want to name my first child 'Brownie' after these delectable slices of love. Prr!
• Wolves is still the best place to buy unique gifts and sip on amazing coffee, scrumptious I say.
• No matter how serious life gets, you still have that one person you can be completely stupid with.
• I will happily spend every Sunday night with my family at one of our braai's laughing hysterically about ridiculous matters and strange bread bought at Market on Main and then watch DVD’s in bed with my sister. I Appreciate the love of my family.

Have a beautiful week flowers!

Xoxo

PS. Not All who wander are lost. 

Something to live by in 2012.

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What I ♡ this week...

A lesson learned.

After almost permanently destroying my face in a freak accident I have been avoiding my blog for a bit. Not because I did not want to just because it was painful to look at a computer screen... through one eye. But not being able to do anything but sit and think really makes you search for enjoyable things to keep you entertained and happy. The pain medication also might be helping in this respect but I don’t find being high as a kite a negative... Some curious things I am enjoying at the moment include;

• Arnica pills. They really do help speed up recovery.
• Winning the office draw for the Durban July at my office. I might have lost teeth at the actual Durban July but I managed to win the draw in my work pool. You win some you loose some, thanks Igugu!
• New wooden floors with new under floor heating. This must be one of the greatest inventions of all time!
• The sound of my puppy’s paws chittering up and down the hallway. It is a unique and laughable noise which I love.
• Sanctum products. I will be doing a post about these soon. I am so going organic! The smell is delicious and feels just as good!
• Wolves July Mixtape. I made damn sure that I didn’t injure my ears, so at least I can listen to the awesome download, thanks Wolves, I howl you. Click {here} to download.
• All the love. When something happens to you, it is amazing to see who REALLY cares. And hurts to know who actually couldn’t be bothered. Those people have been voted out of the tribe. Cannot say I am sad to see you go.
• The Bang Bang Club premier. Check it out {here}, its going to be epic. I can't wait to lay my eyes on some of the hotties tonight,  Ryan Phillippe, yum! South African movies make me happy.
• Madiba’s Birthday on Monday. Cheesekids helps you to contribute, click {here} to help contribute just 67 minutes of your time this Sunday for Nelson Mandela’s Birthday.
• Last but not least my Loerie nomination. Interbrand Sampson is a two times finalist with two of the jobs I designed. Most exciting time of my life.

Xoxo

PS. “Rawwr” means I love you in Dino saur.

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Weekend Learning's

Delicious times...

The weekends go so much quicker in Winter. I think its because it gets so dark so quickly this time of year. This is what I learned:

• Wolves Winter Olympics is a lot of fun, even a copywriter can be beaten at scrabble.
• Wooden medals on blue ribbon are my favourite thing at the moment.
• Wolves also sells el Jimador tequila. And it is deadly! Especially when they serve it on tea wear... Its deceptive...
• You do not have to go to Cape Town to drink &UNION beer, they sell it at Wolves (its not that special).
• When you want you’re friends there, the people that matter will always arrive.
• It is so strange how small the world is, really, we all swim in the same pool... Not sure how happy I am about this.
• The décor at Velvet, the new hotspot in Rosebank, is gorgeous!
• Going to the Vet is always an interesting experience... I still have the cutest creature on the planet!
• Life Grand Café is divine! Their cappuccino art is just another reason I am becoming a regular. The barista always give me hearts *blush
• I watched Dear John yesterday for no other reason than to pass the time. I love letters, on paper! When was the last time you wrote a letter, on paper, with a pen, and posted it? Channing Tatum isn’t so bad either. Yum.
• I think its incredibly sad how transparent our lives have become with all the social media stuff. How is there ever going to be any romance anymore when all the mystery has gone?

Xoxo

PS. Where have all the cowboys gone?

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