On Sunday past, I decided to take a drive along the Atlantic Seaboard to enjoy the coastline. The weather was perfect for such a casual drive and I took it to the limit and maybe a little beyond. All of Clifton's splendid beaches were full with the locals enjoying the sun and sipping on their favourite bevies. Camps Bay was buzzing and people were generally having a great time. This theme of happiness, joy and pleasure continued all the way to my first stop in Hout Bay. I thought it would be a good idea to chill at the harbour and get myself some Fish and Chips. When in Hout Bay, the only place that can assure you of the finest Fish and Chips is Mariners Wharf. There is nothing complex about their food, its simple, its fresh and the taste is absolutely divine. I had Hake, Calamari and Chips with loads of lemon.
Strangely, the harbour wasn't particularly busy but as the norm would have it, the Soap Girls were there like they have for many years. Whilst enjoying my meal, I watched these Soap Girls and tried to listen to what was going on. So, after my meal, I decided to chat with them and thought it was time to find out more about these two youngs girls who intringued many locals and tourist for a number of years. I remember meeting them some time ago when they were much younger and initially thought they were twins.
The Soap Girls are Camille and Noemie De Bray aged 15 and 17 respectively. They started selling their homemade soaps at the harbour 6 years ago. Their mom makes these delightful soaps for them. They dress alike and speak at the same time to all their customers whilst trying to sell their soaps. Yes, they speak together at the same time and say exactly the same things. I guess the 6 years that has past has given them sufficent time to master their dual speech approach to sales. They are at the harbour EVERYDAY and can hardly be missed. On weekdays they head out to the harbour after school with their baskets filled with soaps and walk around for a few hours trying to sell some of their products. People visiting the harbour gather around them with interest because these two girls are certainly not shy and have a pleasant way with everyone.
These girls are going to make a success of everything they try because they are fun and they have enthusiasm. They have their own website http://www.thesoapgirls.co.za/ and email thesoapgirls@mweb.co.za. They are also very proud of their mom who works very hard to turn out charming soap blocks and she is also a mom with a heart of gold. The soap girls donate part of their profits to various charities and that alone is a gesture that has to be applauded. Hout Bay Harbour will never give you the same look and feel without The Soap Girls. The next time you're in town, take some time to pay them a visit and remember to enjoy the local fish and chips at Mariners Wharf.
On My way back from Hout Bay, I stopped at The Twelve Apostle Hotel for something to drink. As usual, I enjoyed every moment of it and headed home feeling completely satisfied.
Later this week I will be writing about the Cape Royale Hotel and another new trendy spot, Doppio Zero. For now, take care and live like you're dying.
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