January is the height of summer: our favourite season of sun-soaked days, balmy evenings and plenty of outdoor fun. It’s the time for South Africans to take to the beaches, to meet friends in scenic picnic spots and to light up those braai fires across the country. Central to this vibrant lifestyle is the enjoyment […]
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South Africa’s summer is undeniably one of the best. Even if you’re working during the festive season, weekends tend to feel like mini-holidays spent lounging by the pool or soaking up the sun seaside. However, this relaxed vibe often comes with a catch: easy, on-the-go lunches become the standard option. And let’s face it, these
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The festive season is a time for indulgence, but it doesn’t have to mean unhealthy eating. With the right mindset and recipes, you can enjoy delicious treats and meals while sticking to healthy habits. Nicole Jennings, spokesperson for Pharma Dynamics, highlights that the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) principles, which are widely recognised for
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This summer you may be facing constant traffic through your home or holiday home, bringing in dust, debris, crumbs and wet footprints. Rain showers that streak windows, and cooking and braai smells permeating the air are also byproducts of a season meant for relaxing, partying and spending quality time with your loved ones. If your
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There are so many joys of the South African summer, but perhaps the most delightful is the filling up of the senses that the season brings. Long, hot days and balmy nights invite us to fully embrace the aliveness of outdoor living. More than at any other time of year, summer awakens our knowing that,
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In the December holiday season, much of our time will be spent outside in the garden with family and friends: braaiing, playing garden games and swimming in the pool. So, it’s natural to want our gardens to look their best. Yet, with Christmas expenses and back-to-school essentials looming, buying new plants often takes a back
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The summer holidays and festive season are around the corner, and for many of us, it’s the only time of the year we can truly kick back and relax. For some, our days will be spent lounging next to the pool or at the beach, while for others, the holidays may consist of time in
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The December holidays are fast approaching, bringing with them days filled with braaing, swimming and quality time with family. It’s the season when we spend more time in our gardens than at any other time of the year. But, as South Africans know all too well, summer can bring major storms or persistent rain for
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With their glowing ruby-red hues, luscious shape, sweet juiciness and that special note of tartness, cherries are quite simply irresistible. Among the abundance of high-quality stone fruit grown in South Africa, cherries occupy a special niche, with a short window to enjoy the local season, which spans from late October to December. Freshly picked from
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As the December holidays approach, many South African families are preparing to join thousands on one of the most iconic road trips in the country: the drive from Gauteng to KwaZulu-Natal. While it’s tempting to ‘put foot’ and reach your destination as quickly as possible, there’s a unique charm in slowing down, enjoying the journey
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