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Thursday 29th March 2012

Mountain Shadows Guest House
Paarl

The Mountain Shadows Guest House is in such a perfect setting in Paarl.  It lies virtually under majestic mountains.  They offer 4* accommodation and do weddings as well.

Initially we took the coach into Main Road Paarl, where the ladies had several options.  One was to visit the quaint Strooidak Church (one of the oldest in the Western Cape).  Here Ann and Hilda (two sisters) enjoyed a quiet time in the church together.

Cafe Juno was another option for a coffee -  Brenda decided to 'hold court' and an informal discussion was enjoyed by all! 

The restaurant at Mountain Shadows has awesome views.  Misty the owner's daughter is responsible for the planning of all functions, and what an efficient person she is!  Their catering is in the hands of the daughter-in-law, Laura who also does an excellent job.

Kathy the owner's wife told us how to start the bottling of olives. Whilst dad, Gerald made sure we tasted some of his delicious red wine.  They only bottle 1000 bottles each harvest ! The olives, coupled with fresh ciabatta, olive oil and balsamic vinegar was a delicious start to our lunch.  'Our' Trish is back in South Africa and is looking so very well after her treatments in the UK. She was warmly welcomed by Yvonne.

This happy bunch of ladies all got together for the camera man.  GOOD FRIENDS are better than GOOD WINE.................as time goes on with our tours we are all getting to know each other a bit better and this experience is like GOLD IN YOUR LIFE!

Our main course was a Mediterranean Chicken Parcel with a salad of baby tomatoes and baby marrows.  Dessert was an Amarula Creme Brulee with a fresh fruit skewer.  A perfect ladies' lunch.

What some ladies get up to on our outings.  Maureen stole herself away from the madding crowds with a good book and never even looked up when the photographer was busy. Laura and Heather viewed the honeymoon suite and decided to 'dress the part' - caught in the act - girls!!

Part of the secret of success in life is to eat what you like
and let the food fight it out inside.
~Mark Twain
Published 31st March '12
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