The Studio

The Studio is home to a few of Zimbabwe 's exclusive supliers of quality homeware which includes artworks, crafts and various designer items.  It is a good place to go if you are looking for unique quality items to furnish and decorate your space. I confess that I am adddicted to homeware and I can spend hours looking at various options designing and decorating a space... i'm incurable in this regard.... but i think its not such a bad vice...if you can all it that.

The following are their opening hours:

Mon-Friday 8.00am-4.30pm

Saturday 8.00am- 2.00pm

Sunday Closed

Naturally Zimbabwean: Organic Teas

I had seen Petalilli Organic Herbal Teas in Food Lovers Market  and other shops, and I had always admired the packaging and I had even assumed it was an imported product.  I happened to meet Peta the lady behind the label at an event and she offered me to try the teas.. being a big tea drinker...I was keen to try and was pleasantly surprised... I like the wide variety of flavours and aromas. 'Petalilli Organic Herbal Teas are grown organically with love on a small farm outside Harare' . I believe that a cup of tea makes everything better...

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Petalilli Tea Flavours

Coffee @Pistachio Cafe

I decided to conclude my trip to Sam Levys with a quick coffee break at Pistachio, I believe that busy days are made better by a short break at a  lovely cafe. All the tables outside were taken so I settled for a table inside. Pistachio specializes in french pastries as well as many other sweet and savoury decadent treats.  On the upside, it felt warm and cozy inside... but the signs of  the beginings of a Zim winter are ever nearer...I  ended up ordering a chai Latte... and indulged in some  casual people watching in this cool corner of Sam Levys Village.

The following are their opening hours:

Mon-Friday 7.30am-5.30pm

Saturday 8.00am- 2.00pm

Sunday Closed

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Harare Confidential: Coffee @ The Bottom Drawer

Harare Confidential: Coffee @ The Bottom Drawer:   I'll admit to being obesessed with all things pretty and lovely and that is why The Bottom Drawer is one of my favourite coffee shop...

Coffee @ The Bottom Drawer

 I'll admit to being obesessed with all things pretty and lovely and that is why The Bottom Drawer is one of my favourite coffee shops in Harare.  It has a lovely English country style garden and I  absolutely love the decor as well as the style of the furniture and the setting... for me it is the perfect spot to meet with friends for  a relaxing  afternoon or morning coffee.  I arrived  at the Bottom Drawer around mid-morning for a quick coffee break between my many errands. I ordered a capuccino and I could not resist ordering one of their many delightful home-made treats...a scone... I enjoyed my cappuccino and scone immensely...as I took in the the relaxed atmosphere. The Bottom Drawer also has an amazing gift shop where you can buy unique gift items for your loved ones.  

The following are their opening hours:

Mon-Friday 8.30am-5.00pm

Saturday 8.30am- 3.00pm

Sunday Closed

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Harare Confidential: The Jam Tree Market & Restaurant and Bar

Harare Confidential: The Jam Tree Market & Restaurant and Bar: I was invited to the Jam Tree market  some time ago and up until then I had never been there. I was pleasantly surprised to find a lively ma...

The Jam Tree Market & Restaurant and Bar

I was invited to the Jam Tree market  some time ago and up until then I had never been there. I was pleasantly surprised to find a lively market with lots of interesting  and very well organized stalls.    The market takes place every Thursday 8.30am-12.00pm.  Aside from hosting the market, the Jam Tree is also a restaurant and bar. The Jam Tree is also a great place to meet for coffee, lunch or a drink. The next time a went there a few weeks later for Sunday lunch.. I ordered their gourmet chips and absolutely loved them! They had a lovely sour cream flavour that is truly irresistible!!!

Opening Hours:  Mon - Sunday 9.00am-12.00am

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