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In Food & Drink

Food Trends For 2019 – What To Expect When You Dine Out

November 21, 2018 No Comments

We recently caught up with well-known local chef James Diack, who is the owner of The Brightside Group of restaurants, to find out what to expect from out dining experiences in the new year – what’s new, and what’s old news! James shared with us that source and cost will be the two largest driving forces for purchasing in 2019. This will shape what you see on your plate and also what you pay too. Chef James is all about sustainable food and farming and was recently awarded the SASSI Trailblazer Award for 2018. So, how we can be smarter about our food – knowing where it comes from and how it was farmed, and smarter with our money? Trend 1: Katsu Pork Katsu, which means “cutlet” in Japanese, refers to various cuts (often the cheaper cuts) of meat that’s been pounded to be really thin before cooking. The meat,…

In Lifestyle

Garden trends for summer in Jozi…

October 31, 2018 No Comments

We share some of our top ideas and suggestions on how to get more from your garden this spring and summer – thanks to Veruska De Vita. A garden in spring time can connect us to the natural world in many ways. As the chill of winter gives way to balmy weather, evenings bundled up indoors turn into nights lounging on the patio. With a sense of renewal in the air, it is the perfect time to relook at your garden space. By tackling one or two new projects over a few weekends, you’ll soon be sipping your favourite drink surrounded by a beautiful garden filled with the sights, scents and sounds that emanate from lush greenery. The latest garden trends Like fashion, gardens and exterior spaces experience different styles and trends and one of the biggest trends of the moment is adding ambient lighting to the garden. Glenice Ebedes…

In Fitness

FIBO Global Fitness Africa races in to Jozi in October

September 18, 2018 No Comments

Calling all fitness fanatics – you will want to make sure you pay FIBO Global Fitness Africa, the world’s biggest trade show for fitness, wellness and health a visit from 26 to 28 October this year. The expo, presented by Dis-Chem Pharmacies, is three action-packed days of all things fitness with a one day fitness industry summit and two days of world-class events, stimulating fitness demos, and tips on leading a healthy and active lifestyle! Stock up on the latest fitness equipment, apparel, sports nutrition and supplements from exhibitors offering great show-only specials. Bringing together the latest fitness and health trends, products, events and experiences including live workouts, fitness classes, seminars and cooking demonstrations, you’ll walk away feeling inspired and motivated. Megan Oberholzer – Portfolio general manager Reed Exhibitions says “FIBO Africa is excited to launch this global fitness craze on the African continent and look forward to inspire…

In Fashion

K Naomi announced as the face of local footwear brand, Footwork

September 4, 2018 No Comments

Local celeb, presenter and fashionista K Naomi is going from strength to strength, and it has just been announced that she is the new face for the stunning local footwear brand, Footwork. Footwork are known for their cutting edge stylish, yet elegant and easy to wear ladies shoes, for the busy, fashion-savvy women who need footwear for every occasion. They are also known for their great collaborations with celebs that embody hard-working women with a deep understanding of themselves, who have excelled in their chosen fields, and who are independent and are ultimately style icons in South Africa. For the SS18 collection, Footwork partners with K Naomi, an influencer who represents the brand’s strong, independent and fashionable customer. The brand has followed K Naomi’s journey and has seen personal and stylistic growth, which has developed a great sense of self-purpose. Like K Naomi’s style, this SS18 Footwork collection makes a…

In Fashion

Bokeh Fashion Film Festival set to be a calendar highlight

August 7, 2018 No Comments

The fifth Bokeh South African International Lifestyle & Fashion Film Festival presented by Savanna Loco, is set to dazzle and inspire at the upcoming red carpet awards taking place from the 20 to 29 of September in both Johannesburg and Cape Town. The local and international judges for this year’s awards include amongst others: world renowned fashion photographers/cinematographers; Rankin and Kristian Schmidt, celebrity stylists and fashionistas; Tracy-Lee Rosslind and Chrisna de Bruyn, J’Something of Mi Casa, Tuna Yilmaz from the Istanbul Fashion Film Festival, Katrina Olson Mottahead from the Canadian Fashion Film Festival and Trend Researcher Analyst Nicola Cooper. From a record entry of over 700 film submissions 130 will be carefully selected by the Bokeh judges. The official selections for 2018 have been revealed on the 1st August at a press event in Johannesburg and the approximately 50 nominated films will be revealed at a press event in Durban…

In Fashion

The Rise of Keys Fashion

June 27, 2018 No Comments

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…

In Fashion

Privé Revaux Sunnies Pop Up In Jozi

June 7, 2018 No Comments

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…