Inside Chef Michelle Theron’s World at Vergenoegd Wine Estate
Seasonality has become part of everyday dining, particularly in the Cape, where chefs increasingly cook with local harvests front of mind. Recently appointed to lead gastronomy at Vergenoegd Löw Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, Executive Chef Michelle Theron brings more than 20 years of fine-dining experience to a 160-hectare farm known for regenerative agriculture and its famous flock of Indian Runner ducks, which naturally manage pests in the vineyards.
Meet Tyrese: From Quiet Beginnings to School Leadership
Advertisement A Salesian student shares his journey of growth, confidence and finding his voice Share this article At Salesian Institute Youth Projects in Cape Town, stories of growth often unfold quietly. Then, every so often, one stands out. Tyrese’s journey is one of those stories – a powerful reminder that confidence can be built, step […]
Crowned at Altitude: Talitha Oosthuizen Missions to Everest Base Camp
On 25 February 2026, the Mrs South Africa 2025 2nd Princess, Talitha Oosthuizen, will depart Johannesburg for Nepal, where she will begin her trek to Mount Everest Base Camp. At 5,364 metres above sea level, the South (Nepal) Base Camp sits beneath the towering peaks of the Himalayas – a place synonymous with endurance, resilience and ambition.
Ben Rodrigues: Celebrating 21 with his Latest Single “Hazel Eyes”
As he turns 21 on 23 February 2026, he marks the moment with the success of his latest single, Hazel Eyes, reflecting on his path thus far – his support system, his rise to fame, his muse, his navigation of the industry, and what lies ahead for Ben Rodrigues, an artist who is just getting started.
J’Something: The Man Who Built a House and Called It MiCasa
He doesn’t enter a room with the swagger of a chart-topping artist. He doesn’t lead with numbers, awards, or brag-worthy milestones. Instead, he talks about love. About purpose. About light. As if these are the true measures of a life well-lived. For J’Something — born João da Fonseca — music was never about stardom. It was about connection, community, and belonging, and ultimately, about building a home people could step into, a home called MiCasa.
Mrs South Africa Finalist, Talitha Oosthuizen: Fighting South Africa’s Darkest Human Crisis
For Mrs South Africa 2025 finalist Talitha Oosthuizen, the pageant is more than a crown—it’s a calling. With courage rooted in her faith and a voice devoted to those who cannot speak for themselves, she’s using her platform to bring light to South Africa’s darkest crisis: human trafficking.
Yael Geffen: Getting Real with the Queen of Real Estate
Yael Geffen’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and remarkable courage. Her story defies the straight lines of expectation: from couch-surfing in New York while hustling odd jobs, to an unexpected Broadway break, to navigating family tragedy that forever reshaped her destiny. Today, she stands as CEO of Sotheby’s International Realty South Africa — but the title tells only part of the story.
Brent Lindeque: Changing South Africa, One Story at a Time
In a world consumed by doomscrolling, wars, protests, political outrage and crisis fatigue, Brent Lindeque is the bright, unwavering light cutting through the noise. His de-light-fil approach emanates not only from his gorgeous smile and infectious laughter that, from the get-go, beamed through the behind-the-scenes set. No, it also comes from his deep understanding of […]
Property Trends 2025: Picking Yael Geffen’s Brain
The residential property market is a key component to the economic health of a country, painting a picture of the financial and demographic trends driving the economy. We spoke to Yael Geffen, CEO of Lew Geffen Sotheby’s, for her insights. Q&A With Yael Geffen HL: Is brick and mortar a fail-safe investment in the present […]
Devi Sankaree Govender: Dad’s cheers, incredible career & (almost) no fear
This year marks five years since she’s left Carte Blanche to explore new avenues and perhaps, herself. She is still chasing crooks, but now on her self-produced The Devi Show. Of course, knowing that she’s chasing criminals and seeking justice for those who’d been wronged while we’re most probably testing out the menu of a […]
Roger Goode on His Love For Life, LEGO & The Sound of SA
He parked his black Merc at The Peech Hotel, his hair and outfit styled to perfection by none other than his talented wife, Kyla. By the looks of things, radio host, sound geek and well-travelled DJ, Roger Goode has got it down when it comes to juggling work, life and family. So much so that […]
