A trip to the cinema

It was a stormy night with strong winds whistling all around us. This morning, it was very wet, but we were in no rush to go anywhere. We got chatting to a South African lady over breakfast. She is living here while she waits for her new house to be ready. We then spent the morning catching up with posts and then had kedgeree for lunch before venturing out to the cinema.

We took an Uber to the cinema as it would have been a 50-minute walk in the rain. Unbelievably, this was the first time we had ever used Uber! I’ve had the app installed for ages, but have never needed to use it! Anyway, today we took an Uber there and another one back. It worked like a dream, so I guess it won’t be the last time we use it. Welcome to the 21st century!!

The film this afternoon wasn’t as important to us as the cinema itself. We had been recommended it by René and several other people. The Labia Theatre opened in 1949. It has changed little since. It was built in the Art Deco style and has a lovely garden where, when the weather is good, you can sit and enjoy a drink and a snack before seeing a movie. Inside, there is a bar. You are allowed to take your drinks into the cinema. Mark asked for a red wine (they had five different varietals on offer!). The lady asked if he’d like a single or a double! This was a first! Naturally, he asked for a double. He got about a pint of pinotage, which got him through the film quite well!!

There is a popcorn kiosk. You buy the popcorn plain, and then add your own flavourings from shakers supplied – you can choose from butter, chilli, sugar, salt, spice, salt and vinegar, lemon, chocolate, or coffee!

The theatre has four screens. The one we were in was tiny and decorated with very old-fashioned curtains! Throughout the foyer, there were posters from the golden age of cinema. The atmosphere was very nostalgic. The whole experience was memorable. It was a really enjoyable afternoon. The film, About my Father starring Robert de Niro, was OK, too 😊!

Before going back to the hotel, we popped in to Spar to get some bread to go with cheese this evening.Weiterlesen