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Our Editor’s Top Picks For August

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Every edition our Editor, Zara, hums and ha’s over what her very favourite must have items for the month are and this month is no different. Her Hot Picks for August are sublime and chic. Plus, there’s a quirky take on the classic Speedy and Neverfull bags by Louis Vuitton. Happy shopping! Le Creuset Set in Provence Lavender is the new black with Le Creuset’s stunning new collection, Provence, which draws on the fragrant, sun-drenched lavender fields of southern France for a colour that is both serene and chic. A fresh interpretation of classic pale purple, Provence is elegant enough to stand alone yet easy to mix with all your other Le Creuset favourites. Available at Le Creuset stores. www.lecreuset.co.za Bvlgari Bvlgari Gelati Good enough to eat, the new BVLGARI BVLGARI Gelati jewels are a continuation of the sweet-toothed theme first created by Bvlgari in the 1980s, featuring ice-cream and…

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Lady Nam Dishes About Her Career As A Businesswoman

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Nambitha Ben-Mazwi, commonly known as Lady Nam is a local and international actress as well as an MC, Radio and TV presenter who has risen to fame both internationally and locally and not only summited fame, but also starting and running her own business. A lady of many talents – we were lucky to catch up with Lady Nam… Tell us about your trip to New York that launched your career? I grew up and found myself in New York City. I found my voice, my core value and survival strength. When they say if you can make it there, you can make it anywhere—is true to every element. The city is tough. No BS attitude, you have to keep up or you will get swallowed and crash. Being at The Stand Comedy Club was exciting, I was surrounded by Comedy greats who themselves shared their stories of journey and…

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The New Vintage of Luxury Timepieces

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Luxury watch brands are riding a vintage-inspired trend at the moment and have started introducing watches inspired by vintage designs from their history. We investigate the latest designs by some of the most luxurious brands in the world: The TAG Heuer Monaco 1969 Launched simultaneously in Geneva and New York on 3rd March 1969, the Heuer Monaco was the first square, water-resistant automatic chronograph watch in the history of Swiss watchmaking. Named by Jack Heuer following the Monaco Grand Prix, the watch represented a complete break from the aesthetic codes of traditional watchmaking, with its large square case, metallic blue dial, bright red minute hand, dome plastic crystal and, most notably, its crown positioned on the left which, at the time, meant the watch did not need winding. With its track debut in 1970, on the wrist of the Swiss driver Jo Siffert, the following year it shared the cinematic…

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Chef of the Month – Ash Heeger From ASH

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Ash Heeger is one of the coolest chefs on the Cape Town block. Fearlessly female and sporting more tatts than some blokes we know, this pint-sized chef is making waves and literally going from strength to strength. Her restaurant ASH is currently (at the time of the interview) in the throes of being remodelled and renamed and the news should be hitting the streets soon about the new name and theme. We caught up with Ash to find out a bit more about her, her passions and food and of course…what’s the deal with all the tattoos… Ash, tell us how you wound up in this industry, is it something you have always wanted to do, or was it a happy coincidence? Honestly, I’ve never even considered following another career path. I was, as I recall the only one of my friends/ peers that knew what I wanted to do…

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Eat Out At These Latest Restaurants In Joburg

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Our favourite spots to get some really good food, exquisite drinks and enjoy the cream of the epicurean crop in Jozi… Est Est Alea Est Est Alea is a new tasting restaurant in Parktown North Johannesburg created by the acclaimed Chef Dario De Angeli, of Cube Tasting Kitchen fame. Est Est Alea was born out of the idea of constant evolution in a fine dining experience. Dario is a perfectionist by nature and someone who wants to push boundaries when it comes to dining. After owning and running Cube Tasting Kitchen successfully for the past 8 years, it was time for a transformation. Their lunch menu is a 2-course, 3-course or 4-course tasting menu while dinner is offered from 7pm onwards and is a choice between their exploratory menu (9 courses) or their 6-course menu. Some of the tantalizing dishes on their exploratory menu include smoked cucumber heart with yoghurt,…

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Former ‘JAN’ Chef To Open Restaurant In Franschhoek

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Much excitement in the foodie world, and whatsapp notifications were buzzing wildly last week as Luxury Franschhoek guesthouse in Franschhoek, Le Petit Manoir shared the announcement that ex head chef of Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen’s Michelin-starred restaurant, JAN, in France will be opening up a new fine-dining restaurant in August. Kevin Grobler shares that Franschhoek has always been a special place for him and is part of the reason he made the move back to South Africa’s shores, brings a wide range of culinary skills and experience to the Le Petit Manoir’s kitchen after nearly three years at JAN, as well as stints at Terroir and Cavalli. He is planning on wowing with his culinary skills and the food focus will be on fine-dining experience with a European slant and a big emphasis on quality local produce. The eat all day menu features some cool breakfasts like miso Croque Madame…

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The Rise of Keys Fashion

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Ryan Keys, fashion designer for haute couture brand, Keys Fashion, has gone from strength to strength building his empire. He has launched a capsule collection with actress Enhle Mbali and has partnered with DOVE. Ryan Keys always knew he would be a designer from a young age. Growing up in Bryanston, Johannesburg, it was his love of photography that catapulted him into the fashion world, he even interned for a few fashion houses at the tender age of 14-years-old. He went on to further his fashion studies at the Spero Villioti Elite Design Academy, qualifying top of his class, and went on to attend the prestigious Parsons School of Design in New York City. Fast forward to today, Ryan Keys has established a successful name for himself within the industry. Having opened his first haute couture store, Keys Fashion in Parkhurst in May 2014, Ryan has secured another prime position…

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Look No Further Than The Stunning Polo Room For Your Event

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Since opening its doors in 2014, The Polo Room at the Inanda Club has secured its spot as one of Johannesburg’s most sought-after venues – and it’s easy to see why. With its beautiful setting overlooking the flawless polo fields together with the backdrop of Sandton, there simply isn’t a more perfect setting in the City for any event, whether corporate or private. From sophisticated soirees and big birthday bashes to fabulous fundraisers and wondrous weddings, The Polo Room has seen it all, and hosted each and every one of the splendid occasions with effortless elegance. In fact, with their team of experts on hand to take care of everything from décor to food and everything in between, you won’t have to lift a finger. The talented and extremely professional team at By Word Of Mouth are the exclusive caterers to The Polo Room, which not only ensures that guests…

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New Fine-Dining Restaurant Grei Opens At The Saxon

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We love fine dining and the latest offering at one of our favourite Sandton hotels has to be top of our eating out list right now. Grei is headed up by Chef Candice Philip and, as the name implies, is a 32 seater restaurant centred around a palate of grey tones, featuring a vivid burst of colour. Says Chef Candice “Essentially, grey is colour without colour,” she explains. “This has been a huge inspiration in developing the look and feel of the space, and menu.” The muted tones will create a calm, sophisticated atmosphere for the colour of the dishes to stand out. Having been with the Saxon for over a decade, Chef Candice shares with us that the name Grei loosely translates from Portuguese as “a society of people” and artfully blends together her love of unusual pairings, her passion for herbaceous flavours and her signature style of intricately-plated dishes.…

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Hot and Happening Fashion Items This Winter

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We love all the pretty things here at Sandton Magazine – and of course we are happy to share, because we all know that sharing is caring. You can thank us later 😉 Hermes Arceau Cavales Hermes has unveiled a new masterpiece, entitled the Arceau. Designed in 1978 by Henri d’Origny, Arceau diverts the design of a classic watch and signals its difference by its asymmetrical lugs. The 36 mm and 28 mm-diameter models feature an inner bezel ring adorned with an unusual light gem-setting, while 70 or 60 diamonds light up a mother-of-pearl marquetry dial, reproducing the famous “Cavales” equestrian motif. The new 28 mm-diameter model also appears adorned in 56 diamonds, this time on its bezel. As sparkling as they are discreet, the Arceau Cavales showcase the skillful expertise of the in-house watchmaking artisans and express the unique Hermès vision of time. Available at selected retailors. Embrace The…

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