Lovely Day

Today, I choose happiness. I hope that you will too.

Bais!

Khaleesi Ipeleng of the *UNIVERSE*

P.S. My soul chose me. I chose happiness.

For BLM, love of my life.



REAL LOVE!

Grace Kelly et moi... <3

THIS WOMAN IS A PHENOMENAL CHEF, MOTHER, SISTER, FRIEND, CONFIDANT, INSPIRATION...

She is the epitome of a complete package!

I am blessed to have friends like these!

'Do what you feel and really feel what you do.

Don't settle for less. Be aware of the signs and when your heart doubts take it into consideration.

Life is too short to procrastinate; to hesitate or even neglect.

Celebrate Life Beautifully!'

- Gracie Kelly

Je t'aime ma cherie!

Khaleesi Ipel/GlassTableGirl x

P.S. When you have a good thing, hold onto it until you cannot hold on anymore! Sometimes, that hold lasts us a lifetime and the effort in holding on is rewarded by the longevity of the love within.

Word of the day

These words are beautiful and I believe that they apply to not only those who are homosexual, but to all of us who are still in search of that one true love.

Via - Kopano Moetsoeneng :)

(WHAT A BEAUTIFUL SOUL HE IS)

Gros Bisous d'aujourd'hui!

Khaleesi Ipel of the *UNIVERSE*/GlassTableGirl x

P.S. Don't be a pansy! Thrive in your ambition to find love!

I Can't Make You Love Me

I heart George Michael. I think he has done very well for himself, for a man who has two first names.

This is a beautiful song indeed (personal opinion)

Best,

Khaleesi Ipel of the *UNIVERSE*

P.S. 'Remembering, your touch, your kiss, your warm embrace...

I'll find, my way, back to you... If you'll be waiting.' 

- Tracy Chapman - The Promise

Ensalada de Salmone

Real men, cook for their wives too!

Salmon is just amazing!

One day, four lovely ladies were sitting at bar called Fatimas in Tofo, Mocambique.

Across the room, were a group of handsome men who took the opportunity to come over and introduce themselves. One of the men, they found, was a fellow South African, who they (the girls) were lucky enough to spend the following week with. His name, Brett. He is a blonde hair, blue eyed man who stole the heart of one of these girls. Luckily for them (her especially), he is still in their lives and is one of the best salad-making, cup-cake serving, fun-providing souls ever.

Thanks Brett Kotze for this delicious meal.

Gros bisous de toi!

Khaleesi Ipel of the *UNIVERSE*/GlassTableGirl x

P.S. Keep Eating!

Word of the Day!

'Go confidently in the direction of your dreams...

Live the life you've always imagined.'

- Reverend Russel Simmons

Besitos todos los dias (Kisses everyday)!

Khaleesi Ipel if the *UNIVERSE*/GlassTableGirl x

P.S. I choose me!

I WANT YOU

'I know you're a little nervous/I know you really want this...'

Wow... I heard this song for the first time last year. I was staying at a house in Cape Town with a couple of friends. Oh did we dance in the bedroom, in the kitchen, in the other bedroom! We danced and sang like it was the last time we would ever hear music Well... This is my recollection of that moment, I may be slightly hyperbolic in the description of that day. Stephanie O'Conner has introduced me to a lot of Erykah Badu songs that I cannot believe I have never heard. I would love to go and see her live with Stephie... It would be the best ever! I just love this song! No matter what mood I'm in, it uplifts my soul! What an artist. Cheers to Ms. Badoula :)

If you are suffering from Monday Blues today... ROCK OUT TO THIS IN YOUR ROOM! It'll change your day completely. Do not say that I never gave you advice in life!

Bisous tous les jours!

Khaleesi Ipeleng of the *UNIVERSE*/GlassTableGirl x

P.S.

THIS POST IS DEDICATED TO A VERY SPECIAL LADY, WHO WAS A PART OF THAT SPECIAL SUMMER DAY... 

Raedawn Johnson... Happy Birthday Freka x 

HAPPINESS!

I have decided that I am most at peace when I am in the following three spaces:

1) In the kitchen

2) In bed

3) By the seaside.

I am so excited that my blog is turning one in a couple of weeks. I feel like I have nurtured a baby that has yet to grow. I am in awe of your constant support and thank every source of energy for my ability to live.

C'est vraiment le joie de vivre!

This meal is dedicated to one of the most amazing couples I know. Tsholo and Moagi Bodibe.

When I tried to start my in-house catering business, these two were my first clients. I remember Moagi being a bit sceptical, because Tsholo and I were running so late. I had to make a three course meal in one hour! I definitely freaked out, big time... Especially when the question came: 'Ipes, will you be done in time?'. I was not certain that I would, but what else could I do, but get in that kitchen and cook my ass off! Oh did I sweat a little.

I prepared a dinner for eight guests:

Starter:

Avocado, sweetcorn and sunflower seed salad, tossed with some fresh strawberries.

Main Course:
Prawn Curry served with Basmati rice

Please do me a favour. At some point in your life, choose to eat seafood only. I am giving myself 10 years to accomplish this form of living, because Lord knows I love me some chicken.

I sauteed these prawns in olive oil. Right now, I am winging it when I say that I used: medium curry powder, ginger, garlic, lemon juice, rosemary and a hint of black pepper.

'I've never seen you look so happy' - Mmaphuthi Morule
She is spot on... Cooking turns me on... To a wavelength of complete bliss!

'Every boy and every girl, spice up your life!'

I sauteed some onions and mushrooms in a separate pot from the prawns. This was done in the same ingredients as the prawns, but I also added some mixed herbs and extra ginger to the vegetables. I then added some peeled tomatoes and let them cook until they were soft and ripe. I mashed the tomatoes in the pot, to create a sauce for my curry. I then added some fresh, fat free cream (2 - 3 cups) and let it simmer at a low heat for 12 minutes.

I added my prawns to the sauce, once it was ready and mixed it all together. I chose to let it sit for a further 3 minutes at a low heat, but this is not a must.

Oh... I think I may have added a pinch of brown sugar to my sauce.

Dessert:
Malva pudding with a remixed hot-custard dressing

I am not at all equipped in the dessert part of my cheffing story. They say that practise makes perf. I have a lot of practising to do herewith.
I had some left over strawberries, some chocolate/vanilla ice cream and some custard.

What the frick can one do with these ingredients, that will make them appear less boring?
(personal opinion)
So I took the risk of slowly mixing everything together on a heated plate, until I got it to taste like something wonderful. I added some lemon juice (THE SAVIOUR) and concentrated on creating a sweet, zesty sauce that would compliment the sticky malva pudding.

By the looks of it, I also added some sliced banana and fresh cream to the pudding sauce.

WOW, I'm such a chancer... Ha!

This is not the best look, but trust me... All's well...

... Ends well?

I hope that the meal was enjoyable for all.

I will be offering my services to those of you who want to warm up with each other this winter.

The going rate is R100/pp excl. groceries... I think that's fair... Tell me you'll have a three course meal at a restaurant for the same price and I'll throw in a free sandwich for the kids!

Happy Days!

Khaleesi of the *UNIVERSE*/GlassTableGirl x

P.S. I have an idea... I like to call it... SALE SAMEDI (Dirty Saturdays... with a silent 'e')

Jah bless!

Anytime, Anyplace

'I don't really care what they say, I want you now'

I love authentic Janet Jackson tunes!

Bais,

Khaleesi Ipel of the *UNIVERSE*/GlassTableGirl x

P.S. Those who live through their souls, live eternally in love and lust'

Demons

 

 

 

Demons within my soul
Relentless in its haunting,
Never subsiding, always fevered.
Sanity far off, life in turmoil,
Light unknown, depth unsurpassed.
\Wants never met, needs partial
Fear a fever in my life, I break out in perspiration
Looking for that guiding hand, straining my vision.
Far away I see a beacon, the demon shackles me
I lose footing, fall far below, depression has set in.
\I am falling who will save me, break my chains
Unleash the demon in my soul, my freedom is dependant.
No one can help, no one can destroy, only I
Only I,
Need the strength. Need the will, I need Me.

By Carina Swart

Bais

Khaleesi Ipel x

P.S. 'If you become a little alert, you will find light, love and laughter everywhere'

- Clive Moore.

LUCKY FISH!

I HEART LENNY KRAVITZ even more so, today!

For those who could not view the official music video on my blog yesterday, I am so sincere when I say SORRY NE?

Firstly, I would like to know why this girl was serenaded in a bathroom.

Secondly, I am so jealous.

This man is a proper artist, to be able to reproduce his song in this acoustic version. He is super talented and I would love to see one of his shows. OR have him sing to me in the bathroom of his changing room too. I'm easy-going like that ;)

Thank you for the music!

Khaleesi Ipel of the *UNIVERSE*/GlassTableGirl x

P.S. 'Let Love Rule' - Lenny Kravitz.