Echo Valley hike above Kalk Bay

It's always wonderful to spend time with both Russell and Ivor, my two closest Cape Town friends.  We were very lucky with the weather with our hike sandwiched between two bouts of rain. After the hike, we had a tasty Mexican lunch of enchiladas and a sublime milkshake. Then Kirsten's Kick Ass Icecream. What indulgence!

Mexican food and icecream in Muizenberg

Vegan Market and Kirsten's Kick Ass Icecream with Russell and Heather

 Russell and Heather and I went to a vegan market to enjoy a lovely green juice. It was an interesting place, perfect for lots of people watching.  Steven also happened to be there, so it was a good opportunity to bid him farewell.  After the market, we went to Costantia Uitsig, close by, for a final Kirsten's Kick Ass Icecream.  

Tapi Tapi ice cream with Russell, Carmen, the Pater and Kobus

I haven't been in Observatory for so long.  It certainly has lots of atmosphere.  We all met up there to enjoy some lunch and try the very unusual Tapi Tapi ice cream that specialises in African flavours. I tried the Impepho Tea, Mhiripiri and Mystery Flavour. It was unusual but delicious. 

Tapi Tapi ice cream

The wonderful creator of the ice cream

He is a molecular scientist by trade, a perfect background for experimental ice cream!

Kirsten's Kick Ass Ice cream with Mum & Mike

One can never get enough of Kirsten's Kick Ass Ice cream.  We also pottered in the beautiful garden with the flowers in full display. 

Kick Ass Icecream at Constantia Uitsig with Russell, Brandon and family

 After our icecream, we explored the beautiful garden. 

Coogee stroll with Lydia and Shushann

Lunch at a cafe, a little stroll and an ice cream to finish off.