Our top 4 coolest things to do in Joburg this weekend
Jozi is on fire right now with the recovery rate at 94.5%! Wear your masks, sanitise, be safe but hey if youre gonna spend the day out on the town, we’ve tried and tested the best things to do in the city. Here are our top 4 choices. Enjoy! 1. Grab a slice of toast […]
Stay in a magical mountain village in the Eastern Cape
Do Gqeberha like a local and consider this your bucketlist item for 2021. We’re rather reluctant to admit it but this was our very first time in PE, Eastern Cape, however it won’t be our last, with its world-class beaches and majestic mountaintops it’s easy to understand why people love it. This province is oozing […]
Spoil dad with a glass of red wine and a home-made lamb shank
Staying home this fathers day? Well we have just the thing, why not cook dad a delectable, hearty ragu recipe with a twist using full flavoured lamb shank slow cooked in Roodeberg red wine? Roodeberg’s slow cooked lamb shank ragu recipe: Opulent and meaty, this recipe is Roodeberg’s take on the traditional Italian slow cooked […]
6 of the best father’s day gifts for 2021
It’s 2021 people, so yes its time to think outside the box for pops. We love celebrating the superheroes in our life, so we compiled a top list of our favourite gifts for any dad. 1.Have a dad who loves to swig back a few? Visit Truman & Orange. Their mission “offering increasingly sophisticated […]
Why Jbay is the ultimate bucket list beach trip
It seems the world is inching towards opening up international travel but we still firmly believe local is lekker. More so we’ve been deeply convinced by Jeffreys Bay, which has fast become our all time favorite little beach town. With Jbay (known as the town of dreams) fast becoming a highly lusted-after holiday, we had […]
Four things to do for free this weekend in Jozi
1. Take the kiddies for a mini hike in a nature reserve Place: Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve – Peggy Vera Road, Kibler Park. It’s known as the jewel of the south and we can understand why. Most of you probably haven’t heard of it before so it is a real hidden gem. This environment really showcases […]
It’s Winter but the new Thule Spring Stroller will put a spring back in your step
Why you need the Thule Spring Stroller: We’ve used it, we’ve traveled with it, we’ve abused it (just a little) and yes we’ve reviewed it. It’s functional, super easy to use, fun and flexible as a stroller. It’s incredibly lightweight, you can open it with one hand while baba is in the other hand. It’s […]
3 unique staycations around Joburg
We are absolutely loving local travel right now, even more so with staycations. Just a short ten minute drive from home and you are in the lap of luxury, away from the snotty nose terrors and guaranteed one night of not doing the dishes. Our province has so much to offer, so we eagerly […]
Why your entire family needs to own these matching pyjamas
1. They’re locally made That’s right, Woodstock Laundry sleepwear brand is handcrafted in Cape Town. They’re a proudly South African brand and we love supporting local 2. They’re environmentally-friendly This brand is focused on reducing waste as much as possible, all items are 100% natural fiber, sourced from eco-aware partners. The business model focuses on […]
A plant-based cappuccino? It’s a thing!
Are you ready for the latest invention? A cappuccino that’s plant-based! The question here is, who can live without a morning cup of coffee? Not us, that’s for certain! And while we love a freshly ground coffee, we don’t always have the time, procaffeinating it’s a thing! Cue the NESCAFÉ GOLD brand. These super smart […]
The world’s first single-family home made entirely out of 3D-printed concrete
It’s the first of its kind – a 3D home No its not in South Africa, so unfortunately we can’t claim it, rather it is in Eindhoven in the Netherlands. This is the first house made entirely of 3D-printed concrete and they plan on creating five more. Saint-Gobain, through its Dutch branch Saint-Gobain Weber Beamix […]
Which SA sweet treat has switched to 100% recyclable paper packaging?
NESTLÉ SMARTIES South Africa’s favorite confectionery brand has globally announced their switch to 100% recyclable paper. These rainbow-colored sweet treats just got a whole lot sweeter. We couldn’t wait to share this exciting news. NESTLÉ SMARTIES has revolutionized its brand by creating 100% recyclable packaging. How darn cool? But wait it gets better, the brand […]
The lowdown on Collagen, do we need it?
It’s the biggest craze. So on trend, so beneficial for your skins health, it even boosts the condition of hair and nails. True or False? We’ve debunked some myths. Boosts the condition of skin, hair, nails and teeth. TRUE It is a fact unfortunately that as you age your body produces less and less collagen […]
Female artists are being recognized in a big way
The good news: Strauss & Co will be launching a virtual live sale happening in Jozi from May 16th (for three days). The better news: They are recognizing female artists in a big way as the sale features outstanding portrayals of women. These women are portrayed by artists Nandipha Mntambo, Alexis Preller and Irma Stern. […]
Try this 5-day winter challenge
We all have that extra lockdown load. You know the one we’re referring to. Those extra 5kg hanging around the belly all thanks to lockdown. Yes we became lazier and had an extra cookie here and there but let’s not continue the feast all season long. Rather try this super easy 5-day challenge with Herbalife: […]
Where to eat the best fish at the best price
Why you can always trust Ocean Basket In the throes of the pandemic, we hardly eat-out but when we do it better be worthwhile. There’s reason why The Ocean Basket Restaurant chain is such a success and why South Africans absolutely love this brand and their consistent cuisine. They’ve recently launched a brand new winter menu, […]
Think big. Think bold. Think bonkers at Guy Fieri’s menu relaunch
Joburgers have never relied on good food as much as we do now, especially because today we’re counting every rand and cent. So when we recommend a restaurant we make sure it’s highly recommendable. “Think big. Think bold. Think bonkers” Now the only concern we have with Guy Fieri’s Kitchen and Bar eatery is that […]
Last minute LOCAL Mothers Day gifts under R500
Local is lekker, especially for Mommy dearest. She deserves only the best, so let’s rally around small local businesses, help our community thrive and keep mamma happy at the same time. Here are our top 5 local stores for mom’s prezzies: 1. Sugar & Vice Boobie Classic mug set – R379 Can any mamas morning […]
Why the Mask Skin and Body Clinic needs to be your next beauty stop
1. They’ve just turned the big 50 That’s right HJ, this salon just celebrated fifty incredible years in the industry. This little gem in Parkview has been operating successfully for fifty years, it’s legendary! We understand why, they’re consistent, efficient, affordable, offer excellent expertise in a comfortable environment. They truly are skin healers. 2. Owner […]
Would you buy these shoes for R20,700?
So here it is. The Louis Vuitton Pillow Boot. It costs R20,700 and this casual Comfort Ankle Boot is available in three shades: black, white and khaki. So let’s break it down, who has R20,700 for a pair of slippers? Well these aren’t just any comfort shoes, these are next-level comfort, think the Tesla of […]
South Africans finally have greater access to affordable, uncompromised tech
OPPO has recently launched their first premium handset available in South Africa.The smartphone Reno5 5G, which BTW recently passed Huawei as the leading smartphone brand in China. OPPO is dedicated to furthering their footprint locally as they expand their business ventures to provide South Africans with greater access to affordable, world-class technology. Hallelujah we say! […]
This ought to be our 2021 mood
Are you ready for the cutest darn thing you’ll ever see? This is our 2021 mood, right here. Is it a puppy? A kitten playing piano? Nope it’s a baby rhino with such a spring in his step, its hard not to go “aaah.” The Most Excited Baby Rhino Ever! “This heart-melting moment of an […]
Wanderlusting? Check out the travel photos of the year
Although it might seem like a faraway concept, we will be able to travel again. So why not dream with us: let’s look at the Travel Photographer of the Year Awards (“Travel Photographer of the Year (TPOTY) awards are run by photographers for photographers. TPOTY is truly global – wherever you live in the world […]
Q&A with the dynamic and exceptionally talented 14 year old – Gabrielle
The multifaceted Gabrielle De Gama may be petite in size, but she is not short of personality and talent. Vibrant and independent, the 14-year-old has achieved more than most girls her age. We had the pleasure of sitting down with Gabrielle and this is what she had to say: HJ. Describe your debut single ‘Nasty’ […]
