Once upon a time there were four little
Rabbits, and their names were—
Flopsy,
Mopsy,
Cotton-tail,
and Peter.
They lived with their Mother in a sandbank, underneath the root of a very big fir tree.
“Now, my dears,” said old Mrs. Rabbit one morning, “you may go into the fields or down the lane, but don’t go into Mr. McGregor’s garden.”
This Easter Londolozi has taken to Mr. McGregor’s garden (AKA Duncan MacLarty’s garden) in celebration of a classic – The Tale of Peter Rabbit. This British children’s book, written and illustrated by Beatrix Potter, follows a mischievous and disobedient young Peter Rabbit on his garden adventures. The tale was written for five-year-old Noel Moore, son of Potter’s former governess Annie Carter Moore, in 1893. The book was such a success that multiple reprints were issued in the years immediately following its debut. It has been translated into 36 languages and with 45 million copies sold it is one of the best-selling books of all time!
This wonderful tale of Bunnies and adventure set the tone for our annual Londolozi Easter breakfast. Of course as always Londolozi added a little twist to this magical story – Peter Rabbit finds himself on safari in an African garden. Organic vegetables, proteas, nuts and giant land snails are all new to our hoppity little friend… but the Londolozi family, all dressed in white, are there to guide him on his way:
Londolozi Family at the Tails Up bar
Some of the stalls this year include The Wondering Wheelbarrow loaded with an array of Mushrooms, our own Pork Banger and Cheese & Gammon Jaffles!
With stops at the The Watering Can for some fresh Bunny Juice (Carrot, Apple, Ginger & Mint of course!) Hops and Pops, Bunnies and Buns and refreshments at the Tails Up Bar. What a beautiful day was had in celebration of all things enduring, classic, wild and stories that live on for generations…
Camp Managers Megan, Thais and Victoria
A very Happy Easter to all who could not be with us today – but at least we can share a little bit of the bunny in the blue jacket with you …
An edible garden for all to love. Chocolate mousse and brownie soil with sour worms and carrots and cabbages made of cake.
The Easter Lamb Shed this year – Wood-fired Cape Malay lamb sosaties, freshly baked pita breads, sliced ribeye nestled amongst a garden of fresh herbs.
Varty Camp Butler, Cute Ubisi
Orange juice fresh from the watering can
Londolozi Chefs
Toasted cheese and gammon jaffles expertly fired by ranger James Souchon.
Ranger James Souchon (Jaffle Maker Extraodinaire)
Executive Chef Anna Ridgewell reveals her original edible garden.
Simply sophisticated…
Mr McGregor, Flopsy, Mopsy and Cottontail… otherwise known as Duncan, Jess, Rosie and Matt MacLarty!
Ranger Andrea Sithole grabbing a cup of Amarula-coffee.
The Londolozi Camp Manager Team
Each Easter I can’t wait for the blog to see what delights Londolozi has created. Anna it looked amazing.
Thank you Marinda, i hope you, Des and Kim had a wonderful family easter as well!
Love the photos of the staff
Thank you Joan, hope you and Rick had a lovely Easter
Absolutely love the food you prepare. You are an amazing chef. We have visited 4 times now, and plan on coming in 2020.
What a wonderful day for Peter Rabbit! Too bad Beatrix Potter couldn’t join you all for the celebration…
Merci Jacqueline et Yves. Oui, je suis sûr que Beatrix Potter s’est moquée de notre “restitution” de son lapin préféré! Joyeuses Pâques à vous deux.
happy easter to you all !!!
Thank you Dina. We hope you and Guido also had a great Easter – you would’ve seen your ranger James was an integral part of the food this year!
Wow! Love all the creativity. Happy Easter.
Thank you Ginger
Fabulous Anna – something different every year and it looked as though a good time was had by all including the staff – edible garden! A lovely cheerful Easter celebration.
Thanks Mum! Hope you had a great Easter as well.
Happy Easter from California! Bizarrely, we’re into Spring while you’re into Autumn.
Thank you Doug! Enjoy the Spring, i think we will have a colder Winter this year after our rain!
You did it again, Anna! We have wonderful memories of our Londolozi Easter 2017: the golden bunnies marking the trails, being greeted by the rabbits as we came off our drive and, of course, all the delicious goodies to eat! Londolozi is a special place to celebrate Easter 🐰!
Thank you Mary Beth! It was great fun and i thoroughly enjoyed myself alongside the Kitchen team with all the Peter Rabbit’s favourites!
Looks like a glorious time was had by all – eggsactly what the Easter bunny ordered!! Everything looked so delicious that I had to put together my own grilled cheese…..
Thank you Denise – nothing better than a grilled cheese! Next time you visit, i will make you the best of the best!
Anna, a really nice blog and my mouth is watering just looking at the food. What a fantastic event you all put on. Good to see the staff in pics. I was taken back to my childhood when I saw the Jaffles and Jaffle iron – fond memories. Thank you for sharing with us and a very Happy Easter to each and every one of you at Londolozi.
Thank you Leonie! Jaffles are one of Londolozi’s signature breakfast in the bush items! we look forward to sharing them with you on your next visit.
Just wonderful to see all the smiling faces! Especially the photo of the landrover’s guests upon spotting the strange pink bush hare!!!
Thanks Bob & Lucie! I hope you both had a wonderful Easter!
What a wonderful blog that reinforces the love and sense of family at Londolozi. There are tears in my eyes looking at your beautiful souls. See you for New Year 2020!
Thank you Sean! WE look forward to celebrating with you in 2020!
That all looks amazing!!
Anna, Fabulous event! The food and theme are so fun! We love the shot with you and the wheelbarrow. It’s also great to see so many of the Londolozi team!