Ripe for the sharing

May 20th, 2024


Citrus Abundance Boxes to see you through winter on a wave of Vit C 







In a country ...

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Our Tina Turner of the trellises

February 22nd, 2024


Behind Babylonstoren #3: Constance Stuurman







The resemblance to Tina Turner is more than passing. When Constance Stuurman ...

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Making Magic Tea

June 27th, 2016

Although claimed by many, the origin of Kombucha remains a mystery. Most sources attribute this “magic tea” to the Chinese, dating back over 5000 years. We have to admit that a jar of fermenting Kombucha looks like a science experiment: however, the end-product is a deliciously refreshing drink with many alleged health benefits.

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Flu-Fighting Citrus Tea Recipe

May 12th, 2015


During the winter months at Babylonstoren, the lemons, limes, oranges, naartjies, blood oranges and kumquats all ripen in the garden. These punchy Vitamin C-rich ...

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Winter Special

July 13th, 2012

It’s been a cold winter, hasn’t it? A great way to beat the chill is to come and experience the warm cosiness of our farm ...

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Herbal Tea

June 12th, 2012

Our garden is always so beautiful in the sun after the rain! The perfect thing for a day of wintery sunshine like today would be ...

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