Melisa’s Blog

Can we all confirm that craving comfort food in winter is a universal thing? The moment the weather turns chilly, suddenly coffee tastes better, and desserts become irresistible. Whatever the reason, this season always inspires me to continue my quest for some of the best coffee stops in Harare. One café that keeps calling me […]

In a city that’s constantly on the move, it’s refreshing to stumble across an event that encourages you to simply slow down. Recently, I attended a Gin & Poetry afternoon at a village along Kenilworth in Newlands, where guests were invited to experience three different varieties of gin, each paired with its own specially selected […]

This Father’s Day, Sam Levy’s Village was buzzing with activity as families came to partake in a festival aimed at honouring the men who guide, protect and love us daily. The event has an incredible display of the best food stands, car clubs, bike clubs, and lifestyle brands in town. It was exciting to see […]

It was one of those rare days when I had a serious sweet tooth craving, which I will tell you doesn’t happen often, despite how many times you have read pieces I have written about cakes. This meant I needed somewhere that would satisfy the craving properly. The destination became Café Pistachio, tucked away in […]

Have you ever tried planting an orchid, or any flower for that matter, only to watch it slowly wilt away despite your best efforts? You buy a beautiful pot, water it regularly, place it somewhere with plenty of light, and still it refuses to thrive. Well, as I recently discovered, watering a plant and giving […]

Over the past decade, the A.D.M.A Agrishow has grown into Zimbabwe’s leading agricultural exhibition, bringing together farmers, suppliers, manufacturers and service providers to showcase the latest in machinery, inputs, livestock, technology and farming solutions. Held on an impressive 25 acres, this year’s show was the biggest one to date, bringing together over 250 exhibitors from […]

Freshly Ground at Sam Levy’s Village may already be a familiar name to many, but after my visit, I finally understood why it keeps its place so comfortably on Harare’s coffee map. I arrived around 8 am on a Saturday, which in hindsight may have been one of the reasons I went on to have […]

The Harare Bike Day Clean-Up Campaign held on Monday, 1st June was the first part of the World Bike Day celebrations week. The clean-up campaign brought together several stakeholders who came out to support the initiative and actively take part in making a difference. Representatives from Oriel Girls High School, Oriel Boys High School, Clean […]

The Castrol 4×4 Jamboree 2026 was the place to be for anyone who loves engines, adventure, power, and a good dose of adrenaline. Held at Donnybrook, the event brought together 4×4 enthusiasts, families, spectators, sponsors, and some seriously impressive machines for a weekend full of action. Every climb, dip, tilt and muddy challenge had the […]

The Pomona Art Wall along Borrowdale Road is slowly becoming more than just a wall. Through conversations with both Lin Barrie and Sharon Hook, we gathered a deeper understanding of the ongoing work. With the combined efforts of Clean and Green Zimbabwe, Dulux Zimbabwe, CaliGraph, Lin Barrie, Harare SPCA, and several community partners, the space […]

This past weekend, I dedicated my mornings to running 10km and walking 5km, every morning from Friday through to Sunday. Why, you might ask? Truthfully, I also wish I had a proper answer for you. By the time Sunday morning rolled around, however, it felt as though the fatigue from all three days had decided […]

FBC Zim Open is one of Zimbabwe’s premier golf tournaments, traditionally hosted at the Royal Harare Golf Club, attracting top professional and amateur golfers from across the region. The event is part of the Sunshine Tour schedule. It is known for combining competitive golf with a strong social and corporate atmosphere. It also makes you […]

It’s that time again – the famous St John’s Mukuru Derby Day that is taking place right now. This year’s event started on the 27th of April and will run until the 2nd of May, featuring participation from over twenty schools. There’s certainly plenty of entertainment for everyone. Regardless of what kind of sports you […]

If you were in Harare last Friday morning, it could be described as rather cold, at least according to my standards. The air was crisp, and there was also some light drizzle in the air. With such conditions, one would naturally require something warm to soothe themselves. This is what led me to Alfresco at […]

On Sunday afternoon, I made my way to Miombo Mountain Lodge with one goal in mind: to finally experience one of their much-talked-about weekly Sunday sessions. As it turned out, the afternoon had a pleasant surprise in store. Taking the stage was the FaB Fusion Duo, a husband-and-wife pair who form the heart of the […]

As you know, each week we share the Ndeipi Weekender across our social media platforms, highlighting different events and experiences happening around town. We also make it a point to attend some of these ourselves, giving you a first-hand look at what’s worth trying. So, it was a pleasure meeting up with Chengeto and Zanele […]

Coffee fact: The cappuccino is named after the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin; its colour mirrors their iconic brown robes. There’s a spot along Enterprise that I pass every single weekday, on my way to work and again on my way home. Lately, it’s been impossible to miss the steady stream of people coming in […]

Coffee fact: Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world, with over 2 billion cups enjoyed every single day! For a perfect Sunday, it’s the simple things that hit the spot, good company, a decent drink, and a change of scenery. This past weekend, with the sun finally deciding to show […]