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Clarks Shoes Introduces New Athleisure Collection For Men

June 13, 2017 No Comments

Clarks Shoes has just launched their new men’s athleisure collection for Autumn/Winter 2017 and it’s all about the Trigenic Flex sole. When it comes to shoe designs, the popular U.K brand is known to deliver on style and comfort, but they’re taking their latest athleisure movement for men to new levels with the upgraded A/W collection. And since men are slowly moving away from the conventional suit shoe to wearing a more laid back sneaker shoe with their outfits, the new range from Clarks is just perfect. Inspired by crafted innovation, the Trigenic Flex sole, which enhances natural movement, has been applied to new sneaker profiles for this season. Using futuristic constructions and the most up to date technical fabrics, their new sole not only delivers form and function but is also light and flexible and provides cushioning for superior comfort. All their shoes in the new collection are fashionably…

In Food & Drink

Sushi Burrito & Co. Opens Up In Melrose Arch

June 11, 2017 No Comments

There’s a new sushi restaurant in town called Sushi Burrito & Co. in Melrose Arch and is, judging by its growing popularity, here to stay! Sushi Burrito & Co. is a new and exciting concept for sushi lovers, and a first of its kind in South Africa. Mixing Asian and Latin flavours together, they serve flavourful sandwich-sized sushi that can either be ordered wrapped in Nori seaweed or rice paper and rolled in their famous crunch. Some signature burritos include their crispy duck burrito with lettuce, spring onions, cucumber, beetroot, kale, cilantro and hoisin mayonnaise sauce, or their sukiyaki-style beef burrito served with a yaki-niku sauce. For those who prefer original sushi flavours, try the spicy raw tuna burrito or their raw salmon burrito served with a Sriracha mayo and wasabi sauce. Other small dishes on the menu include flavourful steamed buns with fillings like BBQ boneless pork spareribs, panko-crumbed…

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Luke Dale-Roberts Brings The Pot Luck Club to Joburg

June 9, 2017 No Comments

Pot Luck Club fans can get excited because famed chef, Luke Dale-Roberts is bringing his popular restaurant to Johannesburg in July! Luke, who opened up Luke Dale-Roberts X The Salon at The Salon Hotel in Sandhurst last year, is expanding his brand and bringing his world famous Pot Luck Club eatery, that hails out of Woodstock in Cape Town, to Joburg in the form of a pop-up restaurant. Launching at a new jazz venue in Maboneng called Marabi Jazz Bar at Hallmark House, the team will host a number of pop-up dinners from Wednesdays to Saturdays as well as Sunday brunches from July until Sunday 17 September. And if it’s anything like the food at The Pot Luck Club we can expect bold flavoured tapas-style plates like their popular fish tacos, pork belly sliders or beef tataki. We have no doubt Luke will come up with innovative and creative dishes that…

In Lifestyle

Let Volpes Keep You Snug And Warm This Winter

June 8, 2017 No Comments

Beat the cold this winter with Volpes’ new collection of 100% brushed cotton duvet covers and cotton sheets, blankets, throws and more. Always committed to quality, variety and value, Volpes Linen Company is made with all your needs in mind and will help keep you warm during these colder months. Their new range includes 100% brushed cotton duvet cover sets that are both soft to the touch and warm to the body. Choose from pretty patterns or bold stripes. Plus, their 100% brushed cotton winter sheets come in white, natural, duck egg and grey. For those who feel the cold a little bit more than others, why not top up your bed with a blanket, throw or quilt? Their new collection features an array of different colours and designs as well as textures that include soft flannel, cosy sherpa and chunky knits. And for those who are fashion fabulous, you’ll absolutely love the…

In Beauty

Stock Your Home With Local Brand Bed Bath Body

June 8, 2017 No Comments

Bed Bath Body is a family run business from KwaZulu Natal that focuses on locally made products for your house and body. Bed Bath Body was founded by an inspiring and hardworking power couple duo Elize and Jan Schoeman. Together with their eldest daughter, Lisa Schoeman, they have launched a few brand new concept pop-up stores in and around Joburg. Expect body care and homeware products that are created with love and care. Paying special attention to quality and detail, their bathroom goods are infused with exotic fragrances and essential natural oils that will leave you feeling pampered, soothed and moisturised. Plus, all their products are paraben-free and they only use biodegradable preservatives for those who are environmentally conscious. They also offer an exquisite range of scented candles that will enlighten your senses. Functional décor for the home includes handcrafted wooden items, scented gifts, essential oil burners and more. If you’re…

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NPO Zazi Launches Babushka Dolls For Women’s Rights

June 7, 2017 No Comments

When it comes to the advocacy of equality for women’s rights, non-profit organisation ZAZI are one of the many trying to make a difference. ZAZI has launched the ZAZI babushka doll campaign in collaboration with communications company, Joe Public United. The purpose of this campaign is to speak to women from all walks of life on the importance of having their respective voices heard and recognised in society. There’s no doubt that gender inequality is a current and relevant topic gaining traction in South Africa and women’s exclusion in society is becoming more common these days. With this in mind, their babushka doll campaign seeks to remind women of their inner strength. It’s a campaign that inspires and encourages women to find their own place of strength. “ZAZI is the Nguni word for ‘Know Yourself’ and this campaign is an extension of what we stand for as a brand. A…

In Fashion

Get Your Hands On Local Fashion Brand Jideka

June 7, 2017 No Comments

We are all for small fashion brands that focus on African-inspired, minimal designs, which is exactly what local brand, Jideka are all about. Jideka is a contemporary African fashion brand with Western influence and luxury aesthetics, offering clothing that is versatile, functional and transcends well from day to night and season to season. Launched last year, the brand has gone from strength to strength having dressed the likes of famous reality star, Blue Mbombo and was created out of passion and a need for wearable art. “We offer a wide variety of styles, for now womenswear, in dresses, tops, bottoms, jumpsuits, jackets, and some accessories in different fabric options. We are excited for our upcoming Spring/Summer 17 collection as it will include very exciting styles,” explains owner, Pamela Ifeneme, who has a fashion design and marketing diploma from LISOF. Their studio is situated in Fourways, but be sure to make an…

In Food & Drink

New Eatery La Boqueria Takes Over Parktown North

June 6, 2017 No Comments

Parktown North foodies will be happy to know there is a new restaurant in town that will entice with delicious market-style food. La Boqueria, an all-day eatery in Jozi, has just opened its doors, taking over from the old Wombles restaurant space on 3rd Avenue. This tapas style eatery takes its inspiration from iconic food markets, such as London’s Borough Market and Barcelona’s La Boqueria on Las Ramblas, and was launched by the team that brought us Frankie IIII Fingers beer and local favourite, The Foundry, found just up the road. The menu is mostly Spanish, but darts from one corner of the globe to another to encompass street-style food; all of the dishes are about sharing and feasting. The focus is…

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Scotch & Soda’s Winter Wonderland

June 6, 2017 No Comments

Premium fashion brand, Scotch & Soda have introduced their new Autumn/Winter 2017 collection and it is full of extraordinary characters. For Autumn/Winter we travel to four different places that inspired their latest collection: The Soulful Soul The colours of the North-Sea – artic, royal, viking blue, and off-whites – ignites the look and the collection. Jackets and gilets with blanket stripes are designer favourites here. Nautical-inspired details are combined with super-soft knits to keep you warm this winter. And as always, the brand remains true to themselves – mixing clean looks with retro sportswear. The Uncrowned Queen For their next set of looks, they are inspired by an eccentric set living in the highlands of Scotland. Think cashmere knits, silky patterned pyjamas, sweats with extra embellishment and bright colours that pop. Traditional hunting colours are remixed with new jewel brights here. The Rooted Roamers The look here is a touch of…

In Events

A Night For Superdry And Scotch & Soda

June 5, 2017 No Comments

Fashion brands Superdry and Scotch & Soda came together on Thursday 01 June 2017 to showcase their Autumn/Winter ’17 collections. The event, called The Gathering was held at Katy’s Palace Bar and featured an exclusive fashion show for media and guests as well as a buzzing after party. Make-up brand and sponsor, Urban Decay were stationed on the night to keep guests looking fresh faced and fabulous. Drinks were flowing thanks to Bombay Sapphire, Grey Goose and Dewars. Popular food trucks, Balkan Burgers, Sumting Fresh and Woodstock Waffles kept guests full and satisfied. All in all, it was an exciting night out alongside Joburg’s hip and happening crowd that indulged in the best food, fashion, drinks and music. Take a look at some of the social pics from the night below: *Images supplied