Francesca Marciano“Why is it you can never hope to describe the emotion Africa creates? You are lifted. Out of whatever pit, unbound from whatever tie, released from whatever fear. You are lifted and you see it all from above.”
We recently asked our Instagram followers to recommend any must-read books about the notorious Happy Valley set in Kenya. Totally bizarre and wildly mysterious, here is the list…
At High Tea with Elephants, we love nothing more than finding a quiet spot in the bush to share some snacks and a delicious bottle of vino.
Meet Mulberry Mongoose, a group of talented craftsmen making a difference in South Luangwa.
We recently visited the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust in Nairobi and felt incredibly moved by the work they’re doing with orphaned elephants. We fell in love with Angela Sheldrick’s watercolours, which are for sale online and contribute to the DSWT orphan project’s funding.
South Africa’s favourite decor shop, Amatuli, has opened a quirky, bistro-style eatery in Victoria Falls. Their small concept menu focuses on informal and communal eating – a true African tradition.
First published in 1937, Out of Africa recounts events of the seventeen years when Karen Blixen made her home in Kenya. Here is a list of books, all written about or by Karen Blixen / Isak Dinesen.