Au Revoir 2020…
Our French Adventure
by waseemap
3y ago
Algamdulilah, the last day of 2020 is finally here, and what a year it’s been! We’ve learned so much from you 2020, and you have shown us different ways of doing things! You have taught us what we need, and more importantly, what we don’t need. You have shown us that tomorrow is not guaranteed and that we should make the most of today. You have shown us that our health and having a strong immune system is our most precious and prized possession. You have taught us that we should be grateful for the small things in life, the things we take for granted every day. You have taught us that we shoul ..read more
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Holiday Season in France vs South Africa
Our French Adventure
by waseemap
3y ago
I am writing this blog post as part of the linky for bloggers organized by the blog Expat in France. Feel free to check it out; you will find lots of useful advice about living in France, navigating the French red tape, and better understanding French culture. In South Africa, this time of the year – December/January months, we enjoy our long-awaited summer break. The “festive season”, days are filled with many family get-togethers, days spent on the beach, children having fun in the sun, building sandcastles, braai-ing with family and friends (barbecue), eating trifle, and peppermint pudding ..read more
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Life in Bahrain with La-eeqah
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by waseemap
3y ago
Have you ever wondered what life would be like in another country? Meet expat, La-eeqah Galant from Cape Town, South Africa currently living in Bahrain. In this #ExpatAdventure series interview, she gives us insights into living in a new country as well as teaching 5th Grade, English! La-eeqah Galant, a young Capetonian who took the leap and moved to the Middle East 3 years ago. She has since developed a serious case of wanderlust and is now in a committed relationship with her passport- always looking for new adventures! What country are you from? Where were you born? I was born and bred in t ..read more
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Some funny, weird & strange experiences in France…
Our French Adventure
by waseemap
3y ago
This blog was inspired by a question posed in the “Os is Vannie Kaap..ma nou is os oorsee!” Facebook group some time back. Someone asked what the strange experiences we’ve encountered in the new country we live in were – the answers of others made me laugh because we’ve definitely experienced some here in France. So arriving in Strasbourg, France, back in 2018, we encountered some things that weren’t normal for us coming from Cape Town, South Africa. Folks in SA, don’t try this at home, especially the first one! So, we went to the shop to get some groceries – this man in the same aisle as we ..read more
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Life in Hong Kong with Raelene
Our French Adventure
by waseemap
3y ago
Have you ever wondered what life would be like in another country? Meet expat, Raelene Clarke from Mthatha, Eastern Cape in South Africa currently living in Hong Kong with her family. In this #ExpatAdventure series interview, she gives us insights into living in Hong Kong, raising a family and starting a new business. Raelene Clarke, mom of 3 girls (Nylah, Quinn and Liya), moved to Hong Kong, after a short stay in Indonesia. Co-founder of Springage, a youth led innovation company sold to Deloitte in 2016, Founder of Indica who make charcoal bamboo leggings with prints that teach ..read more
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Life in Strasbourg, France with Gaenor
Our French Adventure
by waseemap
3y ago
Have you ever wondered what life would be like in another country? Meet expat, Gaenor du Plessis from KwaZulu Natal, South Africa, currently living in Strasbourg, France. In this #ExpatAdventure series interview, she gives us insights into living in France, some major adjustments to living in an apartment as well as getting around the city without a drivers license and so much more!  Gaenor was born and raised on a farm in KZN. She studied to be a chef in Durban and worked in that field near Sun City before going to London for two years as a 23-year-old. She returned to live in Johannesbu ..read more
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Life in the UAE with Masnoena
Our French Adventure
by waseemap
3y ago
Have you ever wondered what life would be like in another country? Meet expat, Masnoena Allie from Cape Town, South Africa, currently living in Dubai. In this #ExpatAdventure series interview, she talks about her experience in moving to a new country, what life is like as a foreigner, and her Ramadan experience in Dubai. SO, TELL ME A LITTLE ABOUT YOURSELF? WHERE WERE YOU BORN AND WHAT’S YOUR HOBBIES?  I’m a Muslim, mother of two, wife, and Paediatric Occupational Therapist. I am the youngest of three daughters and married to the eldest of three sons. I was born in Cape Town, South Africa ..read more
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Quick & easy chickpea curry
Our French Adventure
by waseemap
3y ago
Cooking tutorial on how to make an easy, super quick chickpea curry. Why chickpeas? Well for one they are super rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber as well as a good source of plant-based protein and for two it has loads of health benefits such as regulating blood sugar and promoting a healthy heart. This recipe is amazingly quick to put together for all the busy moms out there – saving you time and giving your family a well-balanced meal! If you find this tutorial helpful then give it and share the love Ingredients: 2 big cans chickpeas 1 big onion Half Green pepper 1 fresh tomato 1 fresh ch ..read more
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Life in the UK with Kavisha
Our French Adventure
by waseemap
3y ago
Have you ever wondered what life would be like in another country? Meet expat, Kavisha Pillay from South Africa, currently living in London. Here, she talks about her experience in moving to a new country with her husband, what life is like as a foreigner, and so much more! Kavisha is a product manager that has a passion for delicious food, loves to cook and, writes about her restaurant experiences. She lives in London, one of her favourite cities, and enjoys exploring the city and surrounding areas – check out her Instagram profile @viewinglondon. She loves to read and spend time in nature ..read more
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Life in Egypt with Wasfeeya
Our French Adventure
by waseemap
3y ago
Have you ever wondered what life would be like in another country? Meet our next expat in the #ExpatAdventure series, Wasfeeya from Cape Town, South Africa, currently living in Egypt. She is a qualified online Qur’an teacher and hifdh mentor. She is passionate about psychology, marriage, and everything Qur’an-related and blogs regularly about it. Here she gives us insight into her experience in relocating to a new country as newlyweds, experiencing Ramadan, and the community she now considers her tribe, Masha Allah. SO, TELL US, WHERE ARE YOU ORIGINALLY FROM – WHERE WERE YOU BORN ..read more
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