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Its getting cold in the city, and to be honest, we totally detest this chilly weather! Who on earth can handle all that cold and dry air and the effects it has on one’s skin too. Never fear, however, we have your must have winter beauty and skin care goodies that will be getting our team through this winter, right here: Dermalogica’s Sound Sleep Cocoon The name may sound like one is wrapping oneself up in a blanket, but this is literally a blanket for your skin! This revitalising treatment gel-cream works with the skin’s natural overnight repair and recovery process to optimise the skin benefits of the sleep we do get – based on crazy schedules and the like, and delivers glowing skin by morning. We love it and use it every evening, and the smell of soft lavender really does seem to do wonders to help one nod…

Drinking tequila is not always about doing shots, and tequila also pairs perfectly with the blackcurrant flavours of Crème de Cassis to provide one of the easiest ways to enjoy tequila you’re likely to find. It is Father’s Day soon – so make sure to impress your old man with an El Diablo! Ingredients: 35 ml Tequila (We recommend a 100% Agave brand such as Fortaleza) 15 ml Fresh Lime Juice Top Ginger Ale/Ginger Beer 15 ml Crème de Cassis Method: Combine ingredients in a Collins glass over ice. Garnish with fresh blackberries and a wedge of lime, squeezed and dropped into the drink. Voila – and happy drinking with your dad! Find out more about our fave drinks here…

Well known international sunglasses brand Privé Revaux is known for its quality, its style, its celebrity status – and its online store, where the inherent value of affordability has made its mark with those who understand fashion. They are not only cool but super affordable too. Celebs like Blake Lively, Jennifer Lopez and Lily Collins have stepped out wearing a pair and now, Privé Revaux South Africa has partnered up with local Celebrity DJ & entrepreneur, DJ Zinhle, who has become one of South Africa’s most influential and best female house DJs. The Privé Revaux team feel that DJ Zinhle is the perfect fit for the brand as she is relatable to the local market while also tying in the status of the international partners. “I am extremely excited to be working alongside this incredible international brand and it’s motivated team.” “Being an entrepreneur, I think it is important to…

While we’re lucky enough to still have sunny and moderately warm days throughout winter in Joburg, it does mean that we miss out on that winter wonderland. And while snowfall is certainly no guarantee, we do actually get a fair amount of it around the country, and these spots are your best bet for the chance to build a snowman… Drakensburg, KZN With their high peaks and mountain weather, the Drakensburg Mountain Range is a pretty good bet for seeing snow in winter. Cathedral Peak Hotel is a great place to settle in since, after a snow storm, the weather tends to clear right up and – if you’re feeling active – a hike amongst the snow dusted mountains is certainly doable. There are numerous other hotels and lodges in the area all with their own fireplaces and cosy settings. Hogsback, Eastern Cape With its high altitude and mountainous surroundings,…

The Bubbly Festival – Joburg’s celebration of South Africa’s finest Cap Classiques – pops up in Hyde Park for three days this weekend and looks set to wow Gauteng bubbly lovers. With over 26 MCC estates showcasing their best, the festival will host a number of champagne and prosecco houses, Toast on Tap – which will be serving a couple of beer offerings, The Duchess – a non-alcoholic gin & tonic, and even a Cointreau stand. The organisers have lined up some impressive estates including Graham Beck, who will showcase their Blanc de Blanc, Brut and Brut Rosé; Anthonij Rupert Wines, with their L’Ormarins range; Bon Courage; Genevieve MCC; Pierre Jourdan Brut and Belle Rose from Haute Cabrière; Spier and Krone. Also Silverthorn who will show The Green Man 2015, The Genie Rose NV and The Jewel Box 2014, which is a new vintage from this estate – so festival-goers will be among the…

The Chardonnay & Pinot Noir Festival is taking place on Thursday 10th May will feature more than 70 premium noble varieties in a not-to-be-missed show.  The event held at the Killarney Country Club’s Crystal Room from 18h00 onwards will include an impressive line-up of many high-end, award-winning Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs that are not shown at other festivals because they are often too expensive and with too small a production. Just announced as showcasing his wine is Hannes Storm, former winemaker at Hamilton Russell, who started making his own super premium small production Hemel en Aarde focussed wines. He will present his Vrede Pinot Noir 2016 (Hemel en Aarde Valley), Ignis Pinot Noir 2016 (Upper Hemel en Aarde); Ridge Pinot Noir 2016 (Hemel en Aarde Ridge) and Vrede Chardonnay 2017 (Valley). Also attending Gauteng’s only showcase of these noble varieties is winemaker Koen Roose of Spioenkop, the acclaimed and award-winning…

Planning to entertain or host a few guests over a dinner soon? Try win them over with this delicious cocktail made from Don Papa Rum. Thanks to Cape Town based premium spirits company Truman & Orange, we can all indulge in a rum-based cocktail with their Don Papa Rum.  How To Make A Don Papa Rum Maskarra Cocktail: Ingredients: 45ml Don Papa Rum 4 Fresh blackberries 15ml lemon juice 15ml Elderflower Cordial 1 egg white 3 dashes Grapefruit Bitters Edible flowers Method: Put all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake, strain and pour into a martini glass. Garnish with edible flowers.

It’s almost the Easter weekend and while most people plan a weekend getaway over this period, there is still plenty to do in Joburg this weekend to keep you entertained. Chances are, even if you’ve been living in Johannesburg your whole life, some of these are still on your ‘To-Do’ list, so read on and get planning… Hop-on hop-of bus https://www.citysightseeing.co.za/johannesburg/products/johannesburg-open-top-bus-tours This is the easiest and most convenient way to see the sites of the city. From the Apartheid Museum and Constitutional Hill to Gold Reef City and the Origins Centre at WITS, you’ll be able to hop off at some of the most historical places in the city. Alternatively, stay on the bus and take in the beautiful sites and views. Cradle of Humankind https://www.gauteng.net/attractions/cradle_of_humankind This is an absolute must-visit for locals and tourists alike. Visit the site that is the renowned origin of humankind, where you can tour…

You’ve set a date for your wedding and now you’ve got to make one of the most important decisions you’ll encounter surrounding the big day: the venue. Selecting the right venue is the most crucial part of your entire wedding. We list a few tips to help you with your decision making: Set your budget This needs to be clear from the outset: how much will you be spending on your big day? Break this number down into categories and set aside an amount for your venue. This should include the décor, food, drinks and venue hire. Define your wedding ‘theme’ Before you start the great search, you and your fiancé need to have a clear vision for the day: do you want a bush wedding, a beach ceremony, a casual setting, a formal one, an outdoor celebration, a forest wedding…? The list is endless, so decide from the outset…

The glorious Easter weekend is around the corner and what better way to celebrate Easter with your family and friends than by visiting Montecasino.  Montecasino has opened the floodgates to extreme family fun from 30 March to 2 April – with something for everyone. Test your fitness levels in Montecasino’s Giant Inflatable Park on the Piazza, tap into your wild side and try the Bungee Experience, taste delicious food from roaming vendors and shake hands with the Jelly Tots Man or let the kids take part in some action packed fun in the Nerf Gun War Zone. You can also hunt for Easter Eggs, have your face painted, meet the Easter Bunny, watch the latest blockbuster movies, and even make your own pizza! There’s something for everybunny and memories to be made around each corner – don’t miss it! Kids can explore the Montecasino Bird Gardens, where two exciting Treasure Hunts happen on Sunday 1 April, at 11:30am and 1:30pm,…