Welcome to ‘Have The Last Word’. This is a blog with one purpose: To uncover the hidden gems tucked away in the Western Cape of South Africa. Cape Town and her surrounds are filled with a cornucopia of little treasures awaiting discovery, and we are compiling a team of authors, adventurers and raconteurs all aiming to find them.
We hope you enjoy this blog, and we encourage you to contribute with comments, feedback and suggestions.
Candice focuses on travel, surfing, running, dark chocolate and uncovering gems hidden in the Cape outdoors.
Steve Bolnick is recognized as one of southern Africa’s outstanding safari guides. He grew-up with a deep love for the African bush and has spent the past 29 years living and guiding in southern Africa.
Lisa Griggs writes about the hidden vineyards and the undiscovered cultivars in the Western Cape.
Nicky Coenen looks for the secret hideaways and hidden gems in Cape Town and surrounds.
Steve Robertson tracks the off the beaten track action happening around Cape Town.
Fred Roed looks for the undiscovered coffee spots in the Western Cape and rates them.
Peter has worked in the wine and spirits industry for over 40 years and is an appreciator of fine things.