It was Gertrude Jekyll who said: “The love of gardening is a seed once sown that never dies.”
Proof of this was seen at this year’s fundraiser for the community garden at the end of Oak Street. Last year a team of ladies got together for the first time and produced a knock-out brunch which was so successful in bringing in much-needed funds that they decided to do the same this year.
On Wednesday, 8 October, the Country Brunch took place once again at Hemelsbreed, Christo and Estelle van Loggerenberg’s gorgeous farm outside Greyton, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and inspiring venues in the Overberg.
And what a feast it was, both for eyes and for tummies. The three-course brunch was simply spectacular. After a welcoming drink to set the tone, guests were served a first course of nibbles, before moving on to a selection of gorgeous salads and salmon mousse, coronation chicken and bite size quiches. We were warned not to overindulge; which became clear when the desserts were served — brandy tart, bite size cakes, brownies, and a wonderful pavlova of chocolate and pears.
The transformation of the park was started several years ago by two neighbours, the late Rensjah Bloem and Jane Moseley, who felt that the land at the end of Oak Street was worthy of a facelift. And so it has grown into a real attraction for Greyton residents and visitors.
