The most anticipated car of 2018 and, quite possibly, the most anticipated Rolls-Royce of all time has just landed in SA. Named after the largest diamond ever discovered which now resides in the British Crown jewels, the new Rolls-Royce Cullinan is an all-terrain high-bodied car that makes the idea of authentic, luxury off-road travel a reality for the first time. “The launch of a new Rolls-Royce model is always a seminal moment in the luxury industry. Today we are setting a new standard by creating a new class of motoring and motor car for customers who are well-connected, highly mobile and have a global perspective,” says Peter Schwarzenbauer, Chairman of Rolls-Royce, adding, “They want a new type of motor car that gives them unbounded access in ultimate luxury. Cullinan is that motor car.” Contemporary and functional in its design, the Cullinan gains iconic status in the face of increasingly bland…
We love good wine, and sharing good wine with friends and family, but an experience with the aptly named KWV collection titled ‘The Mentors’ is one that you will certainly not forget. Studying anything from a Mentor is always a great idea, and when it comes to wine drinking, we support this theory 100%! The winemaking team at KWV, under the guidance of wine maker Izele van Blerk realised that the boundary-breaking approach in The Mentors cellar was leading to remarkable terroir-driven wines that deserved their own spot light from the other KWV offerings. The first wines were bottled in 2006, but it was in 2009 that The Mentors range prepared it’s wings for flight. Although they now produce a staple portfolio of eight wines, the winemaking team have the enviable freedom of pursuing innovative new varietals and blends from every harvest – taking their cue from the vineyards. The…
Keeping ahead of the game is one thing, but we do love it that Cadbury chocolates keep evolving with their campaigns and activations. Enter the Cadbury Dairy Milk Bubbly which is encouraging fans to #GetBubblified through a fun new and playful look including a digital campaign where fans can create their very own Bubblified beats. The refreshed look and vibrant new wrapper is designed to give the much loved aerated chocolate – Cadbury Dairy Milk Bubbly range a more contemporary feeling of bubblified fun. This trendy colour palette, pops out on shelf like spontaneous shared moments with friends. Celebrate this exciting change with Cadbury Dairy Milk Bubbly and show us your bubbly side by mixing your own bubblified beats to share with your friends on cadbury.co.za . The online platform allows you to mix up different sounds, from beatboxing to acapella, for an amazing Bubbly Beat. The final beats can…
Since late last year, The Four Seasons The Westcliff have been hosting a specially curated programme of arts and culture events, called “Art on the Hill” which is proving popular with locals and visitors alike. As the months have passed the hotel’s arts and cultural programme has expanded and diversified to the point where it now constitutes a full calendar of events deserving of its own dedicated web portal. The website, www.artonthehill.co.za, includes not just full details of the programme, but also a simple, accessible and convenient way for hotel guests and Johannesburg residents to book their place at the events of their choice. Not just a beautiful hotel with breath taking views, Four Seasons The Westcliff is now also an experiential cultural and artistic destination – the home of a unique new engagement with the city’s artistic and cultural life, as well as with select international performers. Art on…
Thanks to the team at Travelstart, who gave us some rather cool insider info about travel trends and popular spots around the world and South Africa. We find it intriguing as to where people love to travel to, and why. Their analysis was done between January 2017 and June 2018 and used over 800 000 bookings to show the most popular air routes, and declining and breakout destinations. South African’s Top 5 International Destinations 2018 1. Harare (Zimbabwe) 2. London (UK) 3. Windhoek (Namibia) 4. Mauritius 5. New York City (U.S.A.) Harare’s breakout growth this year, and outranking London and New York, which have always been really popular spots may be a result of the changing political climate in Zimbabwe. South Africans Top 5 Domestic Destinations 2018 1. Cape Town 2. Johannesburg (O.R. Tambo Airport) 3. Durban 4. Johannesburg (Lanseria Airport) 5. Port Elizabeth Since 2014, there has been little…
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…
We love spending time at Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa in Morningside, just because this award-winning five-star boutique hotel is so beautifully decorated and the grounds sprawling and well manicured, it’s just beyond beautiful! With exceptional attention to detail and personalised service, Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa creates an intimate atmosphere where some of the globe’s most vibrant personalities converge. With Father’s Day literally around the corner you may get the feeling that you should probably organise a super spoil for your old man – and we have just the answer for you! Spoil your Dad in elegant style, with a top end Whiskey Tasting at Fairlawns, where you’ll both be treated to a tasting of some of the finest Whiskey, eat delicious Tapas created specifically for the occasion – plus you’ll enjoy some quality time together. A story that will be spoken about for a lifetime. Fairlawns have partnered…







