Rings have symbolized so many things over the years, and serve as being an emblem of love and commitment, and can also be seen as a matter of status. The modern wedding ring is worn by both men and women and the significance has shifted over time to being a symbol of marriage union. If…
With most women constantly on the go, doing the school run, getting to the office, making sure the fridge is stocked up and keeping the house clean, sometimes the personal grooming takes a back seat and we look like we have been run over by a bus – and it’s not even 10am. However, with…
There is a misconception that if you want to get into stargazing and see anything in the night sky you have to spend tons of cash on telescopes and high tech cameras. Not true at all. Simply find a clear South African night sky, a big blanket, a beverage of choice and some really good…
If you are looking for some new easy-peasy gardening and growing skills, then read on, because learning how to grow potatoes is one of the easiest gardening skills yet. They make an awesome staple crop even if you don’t have much growing space and you virtually don’t have to look after them. They can even…
For those of us who love cooking, fresh herbs are definitely more fragrant and often more flavourful than their dried counterpart. But due to seasonality, growth regions, and how quickly most herbs will decay after being harvested, sometimes the backup plan can be just as satisfactory. The culinary artist from Granny Mouse Country House & Spa…
Time flies when you are happily married and having fun with the love of your life. And now you’ve made it to the first milestone, 365 days later…so how do you celebrate? There are so many great ways to mark this special occasion, aside from going out to dinner at your local neighbourhood haunt. And…
There’s a big difference between dry and dehydrated skin, yet both tend to feel the same— DRY!!!! The Granny Mouse Spa team wish to share some observations on how to tell if your skin is dry or dehydrated? Try the pinch test! Pinch a small amount of skin on your cheek, abdomen, chest, or the…
We all want to remember our memorable moments, and what better way than with our camera which these days is literally in your pocket! You don’t have to be an expert photographer, as we now have the technology at our finger tips, and you can improve your skills much quicker by just using a phone….
Planting vegetables and fruits when you have a tiny or nonexistent garden is not impossible, and a great way of getting around this is to grow your bounty in hanging baskets. There are lots of different designs of hanging baskets, and some more costly than others. However, many are made of plastic-coated wire suspended from…
The Bistro at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa has an offer that will be hard to resist. Every Monday to Thursday they will be indulging guests with their 50% off Burgers and Pastas special, between 12h00 & 21h00. There are a tasty selection of burgers, be it beef or chicken, filled with awesome fillings…