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10 Brunch, blush and bold looks

book club

06 Beat the Winter blues with a brilliant read and a glass of wine

WISH LIST

08 Hot fires and smooth whiskey - Winter is looking fine

People

12 Meet Dr Shouler - surgeon, wine lover and model train enthusiast

Beauty & fashion

14 Cold weather, hot looks — your guide to glowing through winter

food & wine

16 Eat, drink and be merry

18 Earthy, hearty, and totally moreish - three mushroom recipes

20 Comfort food meets class - hearty chicken dishes paired with wine

decor & gardening

22 Warm up your space with timeless tones and natural textures

24 Cool-season blooms and fresh inspiration for your garden

feeling sporty

26 All you need to know to hit the padel court with confidence

travel

32 Breathtaking views, crisp air, and the ultimate mountain getaway

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09 An Irish Whiskey

16 A case of G.O.A.T wine

34 A bottle Conte Camillo Negroni

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A car fest, festive market, dog show and live music - get ready for a jolly June!

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Paws up – it’s showtime for your four-legged bestie. Grab the

leash and head to the Krugersdorp Lions Dog Show at Khosa

Sports Club – it’s going to be a tail-wagging good time. With 23

fun categories (yes, your pooch is automatically entered in all of

them), agility shows, therapy dogs, live demos, food, music, and

a charity raffle, it’s more than just a dog show. It’s a full-on furry

fiesta. Registration starts at 10am. Entry is R65 per dog, and it all

goes to support rescue pups. Details: Elpida on 072-112-8275.

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Get ready for the ultimate celebration of all

things BMW at the Beemer Festival. Whether

you’re a die-hard fan or just love a good day out, you’ll

find it all – iconic car showcases (from vintage beauties

to jaw-dropping custom builds), a beer garden, live

entertainment, and even helicopter flips for the bravehearted.

The M Strip and Old School Arena will keep

the petrolheads buzzing, while the kids can go wild

at Acrobranch. Gourmet food trucks? Of course. BMW

merch? You bet. This one’s got everything. From 10am to

6pm at Casalinga. From R150 per person via quicket.co.za

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Gents, get ready for a morning of great music, good

vibes, and plenty of laughs with Adam Tas. Expect

great company, lively music, and good vibes. Food will be

on sale, and a cash bar will be available. Bring your mates,

your sense of humour, and come make some memories. It

kicks off at 9am at EnGedi. Tickets are R250 via quicket.co.za

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The Rand Symphony

Orchestra proudly

presents The Rising

Stars, a dazzling concert

celebrating the next

generation of orchestral

music talent. This inspiring

event will feature an

exceptional line-up of

young soloists aged 10

to 22. The audience will be

treated to performances by

gifted young musicians on

piano, violin, cello,

flute, and even conducting.

3pm at the Roodepoort

Theatre. Tickets are

R200 per person via

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Winter just got a

whole lot jollier ...

Craft XPo’s Christmas in

July is coming to town, and

it’s bringing all the festive

cheer you can handle. There

will be treats (hello, fudge

and biscuits!), handmade

gifts, decorations and much

more. décor. Whether

you’re shopping early or

just vibing with the cosy

holiday spirit, this market

is your ultimate winter

escape. From June 20 to

July 27 at the Silverstar

Outdoor Event Area.

9am to 8pm. Entry is free.

Details: silverstar.co.za

Planning a wedding? Or just obsessed with the idea

of one? With over 100 top wedding vendors, jawdropping

inspiration, live entertainment, giveaways, food

trucks and daily fashion shows, this Bridal Expo is a dream

day out for you and your bride tribe. Skip the endless

scrolling and meet the pros face-to-face. Whether you’re

in full planning mode or just browsing, you’ll leave with

ideas, discounts, and maybe even a freebie or two. June

28 and 29 at Oakfield Farm. Tickets are R140 per adult via

webtickets.co.za or at the gate.

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Straw coloured with a touch of green in the glass, it’s a vibrant

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How well do you know your son?

It’s a question the parents of three

teenage high-school football stars

don’t want to face after a teen party

sees the school outcast in hospital,

and the three boys suspended for

the rest of the season. With their

futures uncertain, the families get

together to assess the damage to

their boys’ prospects, the reputations,

their futures ... and to their own

relationships. Set in Southern

California, Our Beautiful Boys by

Sameer Pandya centres around

Vikram, an Indian American, Diego,

of a Latin American descent, and the

white and wealthy MJ ... and is a story

of class, race, gender, parenthood.

Bloomsbury Publishing • Being in limbo,

30,000 feet in the air, offers time to

reflect and take stock, and for Aaron,

it’s an opportunity to connect with

his 14-year-old son as they travel

halfway across the world. Unsettled

by his past, and anxious for his future,

Aaron is at a crossroads in life. The

damage inflicted upon him during

his youth threatens to widen the

growing fissures between him and

his only child. This trip could bind them

closer together, or tear them further

apart. Action and consequence, fault and

attribution, acceptance and resolution,

John Boyne’s Air is a redemptive story of

a father and a son on a moving journey to

mend their troubled lives. Penguin


Wife. Writer. Murderer? Denise

Morrow’s a famous true crime author,

who knows how killers operate and

how they get away with murder, is

found standing over the body of her

husband, a bloody knife between

them. With all her knowledge, you’d

think she’d have done better. But it’s

an open and shut case according to

Detective Declan Shaw. And then he

discovers the subject of the author’s

next book - the violent murder of

a girl called Maggie Marshall ... a

case that Declan worked on and

one that’s haunted him for years.

James Patterson and J.D Barker’s The

Imperfect Murder ... the perfect wife,

the perfect motive. Century

In Sophie Stava’s Count My Lies,

the liar is Sloane Caraway. Harmless

lies, she tells herself, to make her

life a little more interesting. One

afternoon she sees a crying child

who’s been stung by a bee and

tells Jay, the girl’s father she’s a

nurse, helping him pull out the

sting. A small lie ... one that sees

her becoming the nanny for Jay

and his wife, Violet. The couple

appear to have everything, and

Sloane wants their lives. And she’s

prepared to lie about almost

anything to get it. But ... small twist

... she might not be the only one

who’s lying! Century

The Martini Club - a group of retired

spies living in a quiet seaside town

- are back in Tess Gerritsen’s The

Summer Guests. This time Maggie

Bird and her ex-spy pals get involved

when a young teenager goes

missing, the daughter of a woman

who’s just married into one of the

town’s most powerful families. It’s

down with the Martinis and books,

and out with the binocs as they offer

(unasked for and unwanted) help out

to the local acting police chief. Loads

of twists, red-herrings and mystery

... a terrific read. As is the bonus Lee

Child and Tess Gerritsen short story...

Over Easy is a fabulous ten minute

read with Maggie Bird meeting Jack

Reacher. Penguin

Alice Feeney’s Beautiful Ugly is a

dark and disturbing thriller about

marriage, and revenge. The story

opens with an author phoning his

wife to ask when she’ll be home ...

he’s excitedly waiting for a call from

his editor to tell him whether he’s

made the New York Times Best Seller

list. But as he talks to her, he hears her

slam on her brakes, get out the car,

and then ... nothing. A year later, he’s

still grieving, and takes up an offer

of a remote cabin on a tiny Scottish

island where he hopes to break out

his writer’s block. But he keeps seeing

a woman who looks just like his wife.

Something’s just not adding up. A

little far-fetched, but that makes it no

less of an enjoyable read. Macmillan

More new releases to look out for ...

The World According To Merle

by Merle Levin ... the memoir of a

deliciously daring granny, born in

Vereeniging in the 50s, she’s a vibrant

force of nature who’s lived a full,

rich, fun-filled life on her own terms.

Melinda Ferguson Books

A hidden love. An impossible dream ...

The Midnight Secret is the fourth in

Karen Swan’s The Wild Isle series ... this

one about a woman who’s discovered

that every blessing comes with a

curse. Her handsome husband’s a

bully. Her second sight inherited from

her mother only allows her to see

death. All secrets and passion and

violence. Macmillan


Wish list

Hot fires and smooth whiskey ...

Winter’s looking exceedingly fine

Great glassware sets the tone ... and these crystal, textured Allure

tumblers from the Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen range set the

standard high. Lead-free, break-resistant, sophisticated ... Father’s Day

gift sorted! R279 for a set of four from janonline.com


Weekend braai vibes sorted ... chop-chop!

Light the fire. Clickety-click the tongs. It’s time to get this braai party started. The hottest brand on the local market is Die

Braai ... with two sizzling products that’ll head straight to the top of your must-have list. Die Braai Tray is the ultimate braai

companion ... a clever, detachable tray that transforms your braai setup. Crafted in durable stainless steel or mild steel, it

mounts effortlessly onto your wall or fireplace, making it a versatile extension of your braai ... giving you an instant side table,

marinade station, serving tray and so much more. Then there are the Braai Blaai sheets, an essential for anyone serious

about their flame-kissed foods. Much more than just a prep sheet ... these are the go-to tool for every stage of the braai

journey, from seasoning to serving. There are tips on spices, recipes, and meat prep, and each pack comes with six sheets -

one each for fish, pork, venison, lamb, beef and chicken. Plus ... the Braai Blaai disposable sheets fit perfectly within the Die

Braai Tray, minimising mess and ensuring easy cleanup. Less fuss, more braai! R79 for a pack of six Braai Blaai, and from R1150

for Die Braai Tray. Details: diebraaiblaai.com and Instagram @braaiblaai.


Yes. We all know the

Stanley flask. But ... the

Stanley Classic Travel

French Press? Now

we’re talking. Picnic. Hike.

Car trip. You can enjoy the

taste of French-pressed

coffee anytime, anywhere.

With an integrated coffee

press and two stage lids,

you can drink from it

(or decant into a coffee

mug), and the doublewall

vacuum insulation

ensures your coffee stays

hot for four hours. Plus ...

leak-proof lid and versatile

carry handle. R999 from

yuppiechef.com

This small elegant Kitchen Craft Bar

Craft hip flask

captures the spirit

of the roaring 1920s, when

patrons of jazz bars and

speakeasys would drink

their favourite tipples

from little hip flasks.

Perfect for parties

or picnics, it comes

with a handy

funnel so you can

decant your fave

tipple straight

from the bottle.

Stainless steel,

and finished with

a soft touch, matte

black coating, R499

from yuppiechef.com

Try a Siren Serenade ... the perfect

drink to reflect on the day’s

adventures, the journey travelled and

the legends created. Pour 40ml Finvara

Irish Whiskey and 20ml Bitter Aperitif

into a highball glass over ice and top

up with 120ml ginger ale. Stir gently

and garnish with a sprig of mint and

a dehydrated orange slice. And for a

chance to win a bottle, pop over to

@GetItJoburgWest on Instagram or

Facebook, find The King’s Gambit post

and follow the prompts.

Steeped in legend, inspired by a

mythical king whose stories have been

passed down through generations,

rooted in Irish folklore, the exceptional

Finvara Irish Whiskey embodies the spirit

of adventure, mystery, and mastery. Its

inaugural release, The King’s Gambit,

pays tribute to the ancient game of

chess - symbolising the brand’s bold

strategy to challenge traditional

whiskey-making conventions. Finvara

offers a rich, full-bodied flavour

profile that’s smooth, aromatic, and

exceptionally well-balanced. With every

sip, it transports drinkers into a world

of Celtic tales, blending heritage with

a bold new taste that’s perfect for both

whiskey connoisseurs and newcomers

alike. Introduced into the local market

by Mack Brands - who boast they are

on a mission to make every moment

memorable, you’ll find it for R499

at selected liquor outlets or online

at Norman Goodfellows, Port2Port,

Takealot and Bar Keeper. Follow on

Instagram @kingfinvara.


Rona Hogins

Jackie van den Berg,

Alta Boshoff, Ronéll Kock

Brunch, blush

and bold looks

It was all glow and no filter as a fabulous group of moms and

daughters, besties and beauty lovers gathered at The Cork Tree for a

vibrant morning of makeup magic, hosted by EA Academy and Smink

Emporium. With pink-and-orange as the playful theme, guests enjoyed

an interactive workshop filled with pro tips, hands-on techniques, and

glowing guidance, followed by a delicious brunch and some lovely

spoils to take home. A flawless way to spend the day!

Leilani Bingham

Owners of EA Academy - Elaine

Boshoff, Antoinette de Beer

Melanie Rudman, Tanja Lubbe


Sunika Lombard, Yolandi Lombard

Abigail Oosthuizen

Elismarie O’Reilly, Alice Seaman, Eliska O’Reilly

Joharina Glasspool, Sylvia Pieterse

Karen Klassen, Lizelle Grobler


Wood, wine & wards

When you meet Dr Jaco Strobos, you expect the calm confidence of a surgeon and the

sharp mind of a medical pioneer. What don’t you expect? A man who gets just as excited

about model trains and woodworking as he does about pioneering a world-class hospital.

But that’s exactly the point. There’s far more to him than scrubs and scalpels.

Text: RIALIEN FURSTENBERG. Image: SUPPLIED.

Dr Jaco Strobos might be known to

most as Dr Shoulder – the renowned

orthopaedic surgeon who has

operated on thousands of shoulders.

But there’s a whole world to this

man beyond the hospital walls.

From building trains in his garden to

crafting fine woodwork and hosting

guests in a luxe guesthouse, he’s

driven not just by precision, but

by purpose.

As founder of the Johannesburg

Surgical Hospital (JSH), Jaco isn’t shy

about his dream – to flip the script on

healthcare in South Africa. “I wanted

a hospital where patient care is

optimal. Where doctors have a say in

what happens. Not some bureaucrat

who has no idea what’s best for

the patient.”

Frustrated by the declining quality of

care in larger hospital groups, he knew

he had to act. “JSH is more than a

medical facility. It’s a vision brought to

life. It’s not about money for me, but

chasing your life goals and watching

them become reality.”

Walk into JSH, and you’ll immediately

notice something unusual. Light. Lots

of it. “We bring nature and natural

light into the building. Even in the ICU

or theatre. There’s a harmony between

the structure and nature that we hope

helps the healing process.”

As a proudly South African surgeon,

he beams when speaking about the

hospital’s impact. “I want people to

see this is one of the best medical

units in the world. And yes, I want to

leave a legacy.”

When he’s not in scrubs, chances

are Jaco is out in nature – on a golf

course, exploring Botswana, or in the

Kruger National Park with his wife,

Marisa, and their family.


“Life isn’t a sprint. It’s a marathon,” Jaco

adds. “I always think of my brotherin-law’s

Comrades Marathon advice

– 10km an hour. Keep the pace, don’t

burn out, and enjoy the journey.”

He’s also the owner of the five-star

Kleine Constantia Guest House in

Weltevreden Park, where every detail

reflects his love for craftsmanship and

good living.

“The name comes from my love for

wine,” he shares with a smile. Inspired

by the historic Groot Constantia Wine

Estate in the Cape Winelands, Kleine

Constantia pays homage to years

of travel in pursuit of the world’s

finest vintages. Think Napa Valley in

California, to the famed Burgundy

and Bordeaux regions in France, and

even the Hunter Valley in Australia

and Wairarapa in New Zealand. “I’m

a huge fan of Bordeaux blends. But

I never drink alone. Wine, like life, is

best shared.”

“Life isn’t a 100 metre

race. It’s a marathon.

You have to pace yourself

to enjoy the journey”

It turns out that the same hands

that hold a scalpel with precision

also happen to love woodworking

and excel at it. “I made a spice rack

in Standard 6,” he says, smiling. “Won

a prize for it – best in school, then

best in Pretoria. That thrill of creating

something with my hands never left

me.”

These days, if he had the time and

freedom, he’d love to build something

grand out of wood. Maybe even a

cathedral. “I’ve looked at the churches

in Spain, like the Sagrada Família,

or Notre-Dame de Paris … The

architecture, the craftsmanship, it

blows me away. If I weren’t a surgeon,

architecture or engineering would

have been the next best thing. I

love the planning, the imagining,

the designing, the building. There’s

something deeply satisfying about

seeing a vision come to life in wood.”

Ask him about his other passion –

model trains – and his eyes light up

like a signal box at rush hour. “The

love for model trains started early.

I remember my sister and I got a

blue Lima train set from our parents.

I would lie beside the tracks in the

dark, mesmerised by the sparks flying

from the wheels as it sped along the

figure-of-eight. That little train ran

until its traction rubber wore away,

and I was hooked. It’s always been

the mechanics and movement that

fascinated me.”

What began as childhood wonder

has blossomed into a full-blown

engineering marvel. From an HO

scale layout in his train room,

recreating the South African Railway

to scale, to a functioning train track

running through the lush gardens

at his guesthouse. “We’ve just got

permission from the council to build a

train track in front of our guesthouse. I

can’t wait to share this joy with others

and have a place where people can

enjoy the hobby too.”

His ultimate pride and joy? A replica

of Lyndie Lou – a locomotive he once

climbed into on a Free State farm

called Sandstone. “We built a copy in

the UK, and the original owner came

to visit me. He said I was just as crazy

as he was. I took it as a compliment!”

That fascination came full circle this

year when he finally experienced a

journey on South Africa’s iconic Blue

Train. “It was everything I imagined

and more. The service, the scenery,

the history – I feel proud to be

South African.”

Is there a dream item Jaco’s still

chasing? He lets out a laugh. “There

is one … but I’m keeping it quiet for

now. The current owner doesn’t even

know I’ve got my eye on it!”

Whether it’s surgery, woodworking,

or collecting trains, there’s one thing

Jaco always brings. Precision. “I grew

up in an environment where you had

to work hard for what you wanted.

That taught me discipline. Nothing

in life is 100 per cent perfect, but you

should always try to get the best out

of any situation.”

His train-building hobby, with its

intricate designs and engineering,

mirrors his surgical mindset. “Each

locomotive, especially at the bigger

scale, needs to be physically built,

piece by piece. It’s a technical process,

just like orthopaedics.”

So, what drives Jaco? “I don’t want to

bury my talents under a rock. I want to

use every gift I have to the fullest, to

make a real change. I want my legacy

to be that I tried. That I didn’t sit back.

That I used my hands, my heart, and

my head to make life better for others.”

And judging by the hospital he built,

the shoulders he’s healed, the wines

he’s savoured, and the joy he brings

through his trains … he’s doing

exactly that.

Details: kleineconstantia.co.za


Cold weather TLC

Nourishment, hydration, care ... for hair and skin

Apply this NUXE

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Mask to your dry hair for

ten minutes, then rinse

and shampoo ... after the

very first use you’ll find

your hair more radiantly

shiny, and gorgeously

silky. Plus ... that iconic

Huile Prodigieuse

fragrance! Vegan friendly

and no silicon. R795 from

orleanscosmetics.co.za

SoyLites candles are made with aromatherapy oils ... so first

they fiill your room with calming scents, and then as they melt,

you can use the warm, nourishing oil directly to your skin. Try

the Geranium, Black Pepper and Peppermint candle ... equally

appealing to men and women. R375 from soylites.co.za


As Winter sets in, so does the need for extra

TLC. Not just for your skin, but your hair and

scalp too. This Biosense Anti-Aging Rooibos

Range transforms dry, brittle Winter hair

into silky, radiant strands. At the heart of

this vegan, SLES-free powerhouse range is

Rooibos, a South African ingredient renowned

for its antioxidant-rich and anti-inflammatory

properties. Rooibos helps protect the scalp from

free radicals, soothes irritation, and improves

circulation, making it ideal for boosting scalp

health and encouraging hair growth. Its

natural anti-aging benefits also support hair’s

strength and elasticity, keeping your locks

looking youthful, glossy, and full of life. There’s

a Biosense Anti-Aging Rooibos Shampoo which

soothes and conditions all hair types (R256),

and a Biosense Anti-Aging Rooibos Masque - a

multitasking marvel which you can use as a rich

daily conditioner or a deeply nourishing mask,

depending on what your hair needs (R266). Also

worth investing in is the Biosense Professional

Spoil Super Powerful Spoil Oil, which offers heat

protection, frizz control, and a lustrous finish

without the weight (R417). From Sorbet, Splush

and professional hair salons.


A shot of goodness for you hair ... it’s all about instant radiance and deep

hydration with the Inoar Daymoist Ultra Hydrating Shot, which

promises to restore shine and softness to your hair in just two

minutes. R550 from inoar.co.za

For wink-worth lashes and full brows

... RefectoCil Care Balm is enriched

with castor oil and vitamins, and offers

an intensive treatment. Used daily, this

rich formula can help to strengthen hair,

making it healthier, shinier and less brittle.

The applicator has a mascara wand brush

for applying Care Balm to the lashes and a

broad flock applicator for brows. R295.00 from

Takealot, or find a supplier on refectocil.co.za

Brilliant for those with sensitive,

dry and eczema-prone skin,

SVR Topialyse Huile Lavante

is an anti-itching, lipid-restoring

cleansing bath and

shower oil. Gentle

enough to be used

on newborns, it’s an

effective cleanser

calms irritation and

itching and gives

24-hour hydration.

From R299.95

from online

stores including

cosmetology.co.za

and takealot.com

SH’ZEN Perfect

Endings Shower Oil

is a hydrating skin

oil that emulsifies on

contact with water,

giving a gentle,

non-greasy lather

that nourishes and

nurtures skin, seals in

moisture and leaves

skin beautifully

scented with the

most gorgeous

fragrance. R325

from shzen.co.za

Rich with shea butter, urea and glycerine to

intensely nourish, hydrate and soften skin, Sothys

Black Tea and Bergamot Nourishing Body Balm

is excellent for the additional comfort your skin

needs during winter. Fragrant with bergamot citrus

hues and subtle hints of black tea, it’s a delicate

melting cream ... and it’s a limited edition, so don’t

dilly dally. R765 from orleanscosmetics.co.za


EAT, DRINK

&BE MERRY

&

On a sunny Winter afternoon, not much beats a glass of wine,

a coffee date, making merry with a gathering with friends

Chenin Blanc. Distinctive ... and said to be the

bona fide OG (Original Grape) of the South

African wine industry. A newcomer on the

shelves is this G.O.A.T - Greatest Of All Time

Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2023. With white pear,

quince and ripe tropical flavours on the nose,

and a rich palate with fresh acidity and hints of

lemon and citrus, it’s lovely served as an aperitif,

or paired with seafood paella, creamy pasta or a

pizza. You’ll find it in selected liquor outlets and

online at perdeberg.co.za for R130.


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Tavola’s range of

biodegradable napkins

and table runners as well

as placemats made from

recycled materials are

faves ... so many designs

to choose from ... like this

gold Suzanie. R145 for 25

from tavola.co.za

Posh up your table setting

with this six-piece Laguiole

steak knife block set in ivory.

R899 from Woolworths.


We’d plan a picnic simply

so we could buy a set

of these stainless steel,

enamel coated Villa

plates, bowls and mugs.

Vanilla with gold rim, hard

wearing, glossy ... love! From R129

each from Woolworths.

Coffee parties ...

the next big trend

It doesn’t matter if we’re out on a hike,

throwing a picnic in the garden or at a

concert-in-the-park. Coffee is essential.

And we’re becoming more discerning

about the quality and taste of our coffee.

Add to this the increasing number of

people opting for sober-curious lifestyles

and it’s no wonder social gatherings

centred around coffee are becoming so

popular. So instead of a cocktail party,

invite a group of friends for coffee and a

chat. You could add to the fun by having

a coffee tasting, with guests sampling

different coffee varieties and perhaps

finding a new favourite, or throw a

coffee and dessert pairing party ... serve

a selection of sweet treats - chocolates,

pastries and cakes.

Another growing trend is ready-to-drink

beverages ... so the Douwe Egberts

introduction of their Cappuccino

Break and Ice Mocha Latte Break

is jolly well timed. It’s a cool, energising

drink without the need for brewing, so

fabulous for a grab-and-go caffeine fix

when you’re running around town, and

an essential addition to the coolerbox

when you’re on a road trip. You’ll find

them at stores including Checkers, Pick n

Pay, Makro and on Takealot.


MUSHROOMS, THREE WAYS

Who knew shrooms could do so much? Whether you’re eating clean or just love that

earthy bite, these mushroom-packed recipes have you sorted from sunrise to supper.

Mushrooms

contain

robust amounts of

antioxidants, selenium,

riboflavin, Vitamin D and

other healthful substances

that protect the

immune system.

BreakfasT: fuLLY Loaded Brekkie TaCos

You’ll need:

1 cup baby button mushrooms, sliced in half;

1 cup white button mushrooms, sliced; 1 tsp

Mexican/ Taco spice; ½ cup black beans, rinsed

and drained; ½ cup corn, fresh or frozen; 4 eggs;

1 Tbsp butter; ½ avocado, sliced; ½ red onion,

finely sliced; ½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered;

1 small fresh chilli, finely sliced; 2 large flour

tortillas; extra virgin olive oil; salt and pepper, to

taste; fresh lime wedges, for serving

To make:

Fry mushrooms in a drizzle of olive oil until

golden brown. Season with salt, pepper and

taco spice. Add black beans and corn and stir

together until hot and flavours have mixed. Set

aside and keep warm.

Scramble eggs in simmering butter until done

to your liking. Season. Keep warm.

Prep the rest of your taco toppings.

Toast your flour tortillas over a gas burner using

tongs until charred on the edges and warm

throughout. If you do not have a gas hob, toast

the tortillas in a dry pan until warm.

Text & Images: SOUTH AFRICAN MUSHROOM FARMERS’ ASSOCIATION.

LunCh: MushrooM, asParagus and BroCCoLi QuiChe

You’ll need:

2 Tbsp butter, plus extra for greasing; 400g mixed cultivated

mushrooms, sliced (button, portabellini or portabello); 50g

asparagus, sliced; 50g tender stem broccoli, sliced; 12 XL freerange

eggs; 1 cup Greek style plain yoghurt; 1 ½ cups grated hard

cheese (mature cheddar, havarti & boerenkaas work well); 4 spring

onions, sliced; 1 tsp mixed dried herbs; salt and pepper, to taste

To make:

Preheat oven to 165˚C. Butter and line a 22cm springform pan or

tart tin.

Heat the butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. When

melted and foamy, add the mushrooms and cook until golden

brown. Season.

In a large mixing bowl whisk the eggs and yoghurt together. Add

in the cheese, spring onions, herbs and season well.

Place cooked mushrooms, asparagus and broccoli into your

prepared tin. Pour over the egg mixture and make sure

everything is evenly distributed.

Bake in the oven for about an hour until the egg is set. Allow

to cool slightly before slicing . Serve with a crisp green salad on

the side.


dinner: Mushroom, Leek and Lager Beef Pie

You’ll need :

1kg beef chuck, cut into 2.5 cm chunks; 4 leeks, washed very

well and sliced; 2 celery stalks, finely sliced; 2 carrots, finely

sliced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1/3 cup flour; 300ml lager; 2

cups beef stock; handful fresh thyme sprigs; 2 bay leaves;

500g thickly sliced button or portabellini mushrooms; 2

sheets puff pastry (enough to cover pie); 1 egg, beaten; salt

and pepper, to taste; olive oil

To make:

Season beef with salt and pepper. Heat a drizzle of oil in a

large heavy based pot. Add the beef and brown all over. Cook

in batches to avoid the beef sweating. Set aside.

Turn heat down to medium and add a fresh drizzle of olive oil.

Add leeks, celery, carrots and garlic. Cook until softened and

sweet.

Add flour and stir through coating all the vegetables. Add

beer, beef stock, thyme and bay leaves and stir to mix well.

Bring to simmer and then cover.

Reduce heat to low and allow to cook for 2 hours until the

beef if tender. Remove the lid and allow sauce to reduce

until thickened. Add mushrooms and mix them in to evenly

distribute. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Preheat oven to 200˚C. Pour pie filling into a pie/ baking dish.

Top with puff pastry.

Cut out a few steam holes. Brush with egg wash and bake for

30-40 minutes until the pastry is deeply golden brown and

cooked through.

Chicken

& wine

A match made in heaven

Red wine. White wine. Roasted in

the oven or cooked over the coals ...

chicken and wine dishes make for

the perfect Winter dinner.

Compiled by: KYM ARGO and MEGAN BRETT

Coq au Vin with Leopard’s Leap Culinaria Pinot Noir

The classic French Coq au vin is a

hearty stew of chicken braised in

wine. Typically a red Burgundy wine

is used and the dish therefore works

exceptionally well with Leopard’s

Leap Burgundy-inspired Culinaria

Pinot Noir!

You’ll need: Red wine marinade - 750ml

Leopard’s Leap Culinaria Pinot Noir, 3

sprigs of thyme, 1 bay leaf, 5 parsley

stalks, 1 celery stick, chopped, 1 carrot,

peeled and chopped, 1 onion, peeled

and chopped, 3 garlic cloves, peeled

and crushed.

1,5kg free-range chicken, salt and

black pepper, olive oil, 100g thickcut

bacon, cut into lardons, 10 small

shallots, peeled or 3 red onions,

peeled and halved), butter, 250g

button mushrooms, 2 cloves of garlic,

peeled, 60ml Cognac (Brandy), 300ml

brown chicken stock, flour

Garnish: 50g crispy bacon, 100g

forest mushrooms, parsley leaves,

roughly chopped

To make: Pour the wine into a heavybased

saucepot. Add the thyme, bay

leaf, parsley, celery, carrot, onion, garlic

and cook over medium heat until it

has reduced by half. Remove from the

heat and allow to cool.

Joint the chicken into 8 portions,

place in a large bowl. Pour the

red wine marinade over and take

care to evenly coat the chicken.


Cover and place in the fridge to

marinate overnight.

Preheat the oven to 180 °C.

Strain the wine and reserve for later

use, set the chicken aside. Discard the

vegetables and herbs. Dry the chicken

on kitchen paper and season with salt

and black pepper.

Heat olive oil in a cast-iron casserole,

seal the chicken pieces on both

sides until golden brown, remove

and set aside. Sauté the bacon until

crispy and golden brown, drain on

kitchen paper.

Sauté the shallots in butter and olive

oil, add the mushrooms and garlic

and cook until golden. Drain any

excess fat and deglaze the casserole

with Cognac. Add the chicken pieces,

bacon, red wine marinade, stock and

thyme. Cover and place in the oven,

and cook for an hour or until tender.

If the sauce is not thick enough, drain

off into a saucepot. Thicken with a

paste made of a small amount of

flour and some of the red wine sauce.

Return the sauce to the casserole.

Garnish with crispy bacon, sautéed

forest mushrooms and parsley.

Serve with the 2023 Leopard’s Leap

Culinaria Pinot Noir - a delicate wine

with an interesting combination of

old world burgundy-style Pinot Noir

and new world fruit-driven Pinot Noir.

R175 from leopardsleap.co.za

White wine (so not-trad)

Coq au Vin

Made with white wine, this is a fresh,

lighter, but no less delicious take on a

trad coq au vin. Serves four.

You’ll need: 8 chicken thighs (or

pieces of your choice), 100g thick-cut

bacon, 2 cups sliced mushrooms, 8

-12 French shallots, 2 large cloves

garlic, crushed, one-and-a-half cups

dry white wine, leaves from two

sprigs fresh thyme, olive oil, two

tablespoon butter, salt and freshly

ground black pepper, chopped

Italian parsley to serve

To make: Preheat oven to 220°C.

Place chicken pieces (skin side

up) in a roasting pan. Chop bacon

and sprinkle over chicken. Sprinkle

thyme leaves and season with salt

and pepper. Generously drizzle olive

oil over the chicken, place in oven

and roast for 20 minutes. Remove,

carefully add the wine to the roasting

pan, and roast for further 30 to 35

minutes, or until chicken is cooked.

While chicken is cooking, melt butter

in a pan and add crushed garlic.

Cook gently over medium heat for

a minute or so, and then add the

sliced mushrooms. Cook until lovely

and browned.

Once chicken is cooked, stir in

mushrooms, sprinkle with parsley and

serve with brown rice or a fresh, crusty

Ciabatta to soak up the juices.

Chicken quarters in a red wine marinade with Nederburg Baronne

When you combine chicken with the rather noble Nederburg

Baronne, you end up with a dish that’s worthy of the best

dinner party. This Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend includes a

good dollop of spicy Shiraz ... making it the hero of the sauce

that’s also spiced with tomato and chipotle. The chicken can

be cooked in the oven, or over the coals ... both ways equally

delicious. Serve with Cajun-roasted potatoes, along with a glass

of the same wine. Serves four.

Full of easy charm with rich,

dark berry fruit and spice,

the Nederberg Baronne

2023 is Cabernet Sauvignon

and Shiraz blend ... a great,

enjoyable everyday red. R95

from nederburg.com

You’ll need:

4 chicken quarters, 4 medium potatoes or sweet

potatoes, cut into 8 wedges each, 3 Tbsp olive oil,

6 whole cloves garlic, 2 tsp Cajun spice mix, salt

and pepper.

For the marinade: 2 Tbsp olive oil, 1 finely chopped

onion, 2 crushed garlic cloves, 1/2 cup tomato sauce,

1 cup Nederburg Baronne, 1 tsp chipotle chilli spice

(or smoked paprika), 2 sprigs rosemary, salt and pepper

To make:

For the marinade, cook the finely chopped onion in the

oil over a medium to low heat for about 8 minutes or

until soft. Add the crushed garlic and cook for another

minute. Then add the rest of the ingredients and leave

to simmer for 10 minutes. Blend the sauce until smooth

and leave to cool. This sauce can last in the fridge for

about a week.

You can marinade the chicken in the sauce overnight,

which will deliver the best results, as the flavour from

the marinade really permeates the chicken. Or, if you’re

really strapped for time, just baste the chicken with the

sauce as it cooks. You can also either roast the chicken

in the oven, or cook it over medium coals on an

open fire.

Preheat oven to 200°C.

Parboil the potatoes by starting them covered in cold

water. As soon as the water comes to the boil, set

a timer for 10 minutes. Check the potatoes after 10

minutes by pricking them with a knife – if you can stick

the knife through the potatoes without resistance, they

are ready to be carefully drained and set aside. If not,

cook the potatoes for another 5 minutes or so. Keep a

close eye on them, as to avoid them from falling apart.

After draining the potatoes, leave them to steam dry

in a colander for a couple of minutes. Carefully toss

the parboiled wedges in olive oil, garlic, cayenne spice

mix, and salt and pepper. Next, line a large baking

sheet with foil and spread the wedges out in a single

layer. Roast alongside the chicken for 30 minutes – or

until crispy and golden – and toss them at the 15

minute mark.

For the chicken, line a baking tray with foil, add the

chicken and the marinade and roast for 40 minutes (or

until the chicken is cooked). Baste the chicken every

10 minutes. If the marinade hasn’t charred enough you

can pop the grill on for the last 5 to 10 minutes (just

keep an eye on it).

When cooking the chicken on a fire, make sure you

have low to medium coals that will last for 40 minutes.

The marinade burns easily so keep the chicken over a

medium heat and not too close to the coals.

Serve the chicken and potato wedges with a salad and

a creamy dipping sauce for the wedges. Serve with a

glass of Nederburg Baronne.


NEUTRALS

Soft, subtle shades and

natural materials make

for a restful, immensely

appealing look, no

matter the season.

Blending bold, enduring tones with soft, subtle hues, Plascon’s annual colour

forecast for 2025 includes the simply named Neutral ... a family of colours poised

to bring pared-back flair to your space. The Neutral family draws inspiration

from three key design trends that each bring a different perspective on modern

minimalism - Japandi, Agender and Soft Industrial. Japandi blends Eastern

and Western aesthetics, celebrating natural materials, timeless craftsmanship

and refined simplicity. Agender challenges traditional colour conventions

with inclusive, neutral tones. Soft Industrial embraces post-brutalist principles,

featuring powder-coated hues and honest materials such as concrete, glass and

metal. Together, these influences offer a fresh take on contemporary design,

prioritising functionality and aesthetic appeal. The 2025 Plascon collection is

one of neutral-on-neutral tones and barely tinted colours. Calming sophisticated

Evening Mist adds an ethereal touch of beach sand, Meadow Yellow has a

gentle warmth, while the earthy beige Cream of Mushroom exudes modest

elegance, with hues you might find in a forest (or your fridge). River Clay

is a warm, earthy, tone which brings an organic richness, and Spiced

Cider, a milky, golden brown with barely-there undertones of deep

red, subtly evokes the richness of autumnal hues. The last two shades

in the collection are White Night, a lush shade of pale grey blended

with mauve, which will create a serene accent or a feminine trim,

and Salt Pebble, an even gentler version, perfect for minimalist

spaces and modern features. Combined, the collection feels up-todate

and enduring, providing a sophisticated backdrop for a new

wave of interior design. Details: plasconcolour.co.za

Gorgeous scalloped bowls in

three sizes, from R1090 to R1490

from pezulainteriors.co.za • Large

laundry basket, R2299 from

superbalist.com


Block and Chisel’s Cape Cane collection is a

timeless classic ... it’s generously proportioned,

elegant, and made from Kubu which makes

it durable too. This Cape Cane chair sits

comfortably alone, but also works well with

matching two and three seaters. R14 995

from blockandchisel.co.za

The classic Malawi chair sits happily anywhere

in the home ... from bedroom to sitting room to

bathroom. R1350 from malawichair.co.za

Rattan placemats pair beautifully with crisp white

linen. Double up and use as a trivet for your hot

dishes. R195 each from bespokehome.co.za

The Umtsala hand woven tables with a

lightweight recycled metal frame inside are made

in Swaziland - three sizes which you can use

individually as side tables or group together as a

coffee table. From R2500 from pezulainteriors.co.za



Uplift your

garden

Time to tidy up, protect and plant out Winter flowering annuals

Indoor plant of the month

Dracaena marginata is also known as the Dragon Tree and originates from

Madagascar. With its spiky, sword like leaves and slender stems, it will stand out

on its own or among a collection of indoor plants. It grows slowly when indoors

and can be pruned to keep it to the desired height. Just cut down to the required

height and new branches will sprout underneath the cuts. It likes a warm, bright

room, with some filtered sun but no direct sun on its leaves. Water moderately so

that the soil doesn’t dry out completely or become waterlogged. Plants don’t need

fertilising in Winter but it can be given a boost of liquid fertiliser at the beginning of

Spring. Details: lgvplant.co.za

Garden tasks for June

• Plant out Winter flowering

annuals like pansies, violas,

petunias, alyssum, and fairy

primulas. • Water once a week,

especially daffodils and other

spring flowering bulbs.

• Cut down cannas and dahlias.

• Tidy up other perennials

and trim shrubs and trees to

let in more sun. • This is the

best month to move or plant

summer-flowering shrubs, rose

bushes, perennials and even

small trees.• Protect tender or

semi-tender plants from frost

with frost guard cloth.

Text: ALICE COETZEE


We’re plantInG ...

petchoa BeautiCal Sunset

orange for its brilliant autumn

coloured flowers. This cross

between a petunia and

calibrachoa has the flower

power of a calibrachoa but

large flowers like the petunia.

Plants are also more tolerant

of wet weather. The mounded

compact growth of Sunset

Orange suits containers and

hanging baskets and it will also

perform well in the garden,

keeping its neat shape. It needs

plenty of sun and regular

watering, but be careful of over

watering. Fertilise once a month

to encourage new flowers.

Details: ballstraathof.co.za

VeGGIe of the month micro Greens oriental mix is a tasty assortment

of spicy and peppery mustard microgreens that can be grown in a tray on a

sunny windowsill or patio table. The mix of rocket and red mustard, coriander,

Mizuna, Hon Tsai Tai and Asian cabbage will provide a zesty garnish for salads

and sandwiches, meat dishes and stir fries - in fact, any dish that needs a lift. Sow

thickly in a seed tray and keep moist. Enclosing the

seed tray in a plastic bag will create the ideal

moist microclimate. Germination

should be within 7

to 14 days, and you

can start harvesting

within 15 days.

Snip off the

greens with

sharp scissors

and sow a

new tray every

two weeks for a

continuous supply.

Details: rawliving.co.za

June 2025 Get It Magazine

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Padel newbie

Padel newbie? Here are some beginner-friendly tips to get you started

It’s likely come up in social circles, during small talk at the office, or perhaps

you’ve driven past a buzzing local court – padel is taking the world by

storm, and for good reason. As one of the world’s fastest growing sports,

padel combines the excitement of tennis with the strategic walls of

squash, resulting in a unique, social and fast-paced game. According to the

International Padel Federation (FIP), more than 25 million people across

the globe now play padel, and that number keeps climbing as the sport

spreads its infectious energy.

So, what makes this sport even more exhilarating? Padel’s appeal lies in

its accessibility, whether you’re a seasoned racket player or a complete

beginner. It offers a thrilling way to stay active, connect with others, and

master a new skill - all with plenty of fun and laughter along the way.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your game to the next

level, these tips will sure have you feeling pumped and ready to dominate

the court.

Warm-up is crucial

Before you swing into the action of the

high-energy world of padel, it’s crucial to

lay the groundwork with a thorough warmup.

A proper warm-up primes your muscles

and joints for the bursts of speed and

sudden changes in direction inherent to

padel. Next, move into dynamic stretching

exercises like lunges, leg swings, and torso

rotations. These movements enhance

flexibility, reduce injury risks, and prepare

your body for the intensity of play. Just as

importantly, focus on mental readiness -

take a few moments to visualise your game

plan, anticipate different plays, and centre

your attention for an empowered start on

the court.

Invest in the right gear

Once you’ve warmed up, having the right

gear can make or break your experience.

Your paddle racket choice should reflect your

skill level - beginners benefit from a softer

core and a larger sweet spot, offering greater

control and reduced vibration. Selecting

the right footwear is equally critical; unlike

tennis or squash, the surface of a padel court

requires a shoe specifically designed to

handle its unique conditions.

Padel courts are covered with sand, making

traction and stability essential for quick,

multidirectional movements. Hi-Tec’s firstever

padel shoe, the Padel-AC, incorporates

a herringbone tread pattern, inspired by

the brand’s classic tennis shoes, to deliver

exceptional grip on sand while enabling

controlled sliding when required. The sport

also demands enhanced midsole stability

to support the constant lateral and forwardbackward

motions, ensuring players can

move with confidence without sacrificing

control or support.

“The upper is crafted to be ultra-light and

breathable, offering the perfect balance of

flexibility and support for those quick moves

that makes padel so exciting. The shoe’s antislip

outsole is highly abrasion-resistant which

is necessary for padel court surfaces,” explains

Gordon Stokes , Product Director at Hi-Tec.


Master strategy over power

As you step onto the court, remember that padel isn’t just

about power; it’s a strategic game where precision and

clever positioning often triumph. Focus on controlling the

ball, placing it thoughtfully, and using angles to outwit

your opponents. The unique use of walls in padel adds a

layer of strategy that sets it apart from other racket sports.

Mastering wall rebounds can give you an edge, allowing

you to surprise your opponents with unexpected bounces

and shots. Practising control, soft touches, and building

a repertoire of angled shots makes your gameplay more

unpredictable - and undeniably satisfying when executed

well.

Teamwork makes the dream work

Another key aspect of padel is teamwork, as it’s

predominantly played in doubles. Effective communication

with your partner is essential for success. Develop verbal

cues, hand signals, and a rhythm of working together so that

you can seamlessly cover the court. Strong partnerships are

built on trust, adaptability, and the ability to anticipate each

other’s movements. Celebrate small victories, encourage

one another, and maintain a positive attitude, regardless of

the outcome of the match. This camaraderie often leads to a

deeper enjoyment of the sport.

Keep learning and improving

But don’t stop there - every match is a chance to learn

and grow. Reflect on your performance, identify areas for

improvement, and embrace challenges as opportunities.

Whether it’s mastering a tricky shot, perfecting your

serves, or enhancing your agility, the journey of progress

is one of the most rewarding aspects of padel. Take time

to appreciate your growth, and don’t be afraid to seek

advice from experienced players or coaches. Their insights

can accelerate your improvement and deepen your love

for the game.

Embrace the padel community

Padel is more than just a sport; it’s a community and

lifestyle. Embrace the social side by connecting with other

players, participating in tournaments, and celebrating

every rally, win or lose. Whether you’re playing casually or

competitively, the energy and bonds formed on the court

make every match memorable.

Above all, have fun! Padel offers a space to push your

limits, make lasting memories, and revel in the thrill of

every point scored.

Where to play padel...

Gusty winds. Beating sun. Pouring rain. Nothing stands in

the way of you and a good game of Padel … a sport you

can play all-year round. And with Winter here, now is the

perfect time to stay active in a comfy indoor setting. Indoor

Padel Revolution (IPR) has just celebrated turning one and

already boasts a notch in their belt, having been voted as

the best place to play padel in the Best of Joburg Readers’

Choice Awards 2024. And here is why. Walk into six well-lit

courts fitted with state-of-the-art surfaces and enjoy the

perks of full match recordings with clip it functionality, the

convenience of an in-house, well-stocked padel pro shop.

You can keep your children occupied in the engaging kid’s

zone, where child minders can be arranged to watch over

them while you smash a few balls. The venue is equipped

for tournaments, social events and team buildings as well

as kids’ birthday celebrations. We urge you to grab a bite to

eat at their family Portuguese restaurant, Café Vinha, which

overlooks the courts and dishes up the most delicious

wood-fire pizzas and grilled Mozambique style chicken.

We are told Friday nights are a real buzz and families and

friends socialise both on and off the courts. Owners Vic

Lopes and Jeff Lopes are proud to have created a space

that makes padel sessions convenient, comfortable, and

of high quality. The cost is R450 for 60 minutes, R675 for 90

minutes, and R900 for 120 minutes ( This cost is typically

split by 4). Racket hire R50 (regular racket), R100 (premium

racket). Function court fees from R350 (booking must

include food and beverages at the restaurant, Café Vinha).

If you are wanting to learn how to play padel, you can join

coach Andeebee for an 1 hour intro to Padel on Mondays

at a cost of R250. Located in Laser Park, just 2 km from Eagle

Canyon and Blueberry Square.

Details: indoorpadelrevolution.com; @indoorpadelrevolution

on social media.


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Welcome

Life Flora Hospital is pleased to welcome Dr Richard Almeida,

Orthopaedic Surgeon, to its team of specialists.

After specialising and obtaining his FC Orth (SA), Dr Almeida continued with his

passion in adult joint reconstruction with a year fellowship at Charlotte Maxeke

Johannesburg Academic Hospital arthroplasty unit. This provided invaluable

experience in primary and revision hip and knee joint replacements and partial knee

replacements. In 2024 he worked in Edinburgh, Scotland, at the Royal Infirmary of

Edinburgh as part of the South African Arthroplasty Society fellowship. Dr Almeida

remains dedicated to staying at the forefront of orthopaedic surgery advancements

with multiple research publications and ongoing involvement in research, ensuring

optimal treatment and care for his patients.

For more information, please contact Lauren van Zanten on

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Nature, nostalgia

and family moments

From charming cottage life at Three Tree Hill near Bergville, to full-on family

fun at The Cavern, we discovered the magic of the Drakensberg - one walk,

one delicious meal, and one simple pleasure at a time.


Kidfriendly

highlight

The Magic Faraway Tree walk:

A gentle, self-guided stroll to a

beautiful old Acacia tree on the farm,

complete with a giant swing and

plenty of space for a picnic.

There's no denying that the Drakensberg is

ideal for family travel. Open space, fresh air

and the kind of setting that encourages you

to slow down and simply be together. We

stepped away from the usual routine and

found a slower pace, where the days felt fuller

and the distractions fewer.

First stop: Three Tree Hill

Perched on a ridge overlooking the historic

Spioenkop battlefield, Three Tree Hill is more

than a lodge - it’s a love letter to heritage,

history and nature. The area is rich in stories

of the South African War, and battlefield

tours can be arranged for those interested in

exploring this significant chapter of our past.

Our cottage - the original farmhouse - was all

charm and comfort, with wooden floors, cosy

decor and stunning bushveld views from a

wide veranda. But what truly set this place

apart was the attention to detail - bedtime

storybooks and teddies waiting for the kids,

freshly baked rusks at the tea station, and little

baskets to collect eggs each morning.

We spent our days walking, exploring the

beautifully-curated library and looking for

animals from our veranda. In the evenings, we

sipped wine while the children ran around

outside. It was slow living at its finest. Each

meal was lovingly prepared - think charcuterie

boards with homemade pickles and preserves,

and fresh bread baked daily.

Then, to The Cavern

Just an hour away, The Cavern welcomed us with

its signature blend of warm hospitality and oldschool

holiday magic. The setting is just beautiful

- the thatched hotel (which dates back to 1941) is

surrounded by mountains, and the atmosphere is

utterly relaxed. There’s a rhythm to life here - breakfast,

walk, tea, lunch, kids’ activities, sundowners, dinner -

that makes it so easy to just be. From the get-go, the

kids were swept into a world of pony rides, painting,

scavenger hunts and games with the fabulous

childminders, giving us a blissful break.

The rooms were spacious and bright, with views straight

onto the gardens. We fell asleep to the sound of frogs

and woke to the chatter of birds. No alarms. No to-do

lists. Just simple, beautiful days.

It must be said, the food alone makes the trip

worthwhile. And yes, we went back for seconds. Every

time. Breakfasts are relaxed and leisurely, lunches feature

a wholesome harvest table, and dinners are a threecourse

affair. A personal favourite? Creamy mushroom

risotto with herb and parmesan shavings, followed by

maple and sesame-roasted duck with blueberry port

sauce, and a sweet finish of crème caramel with fresh

fruit, brandy snap and ice cream.

Family-friendly gold

The Cavern is perfectly equipped for families and offers:

Dedicated kids’ playroom and activity programme

Trained child minders who adore children

Early dinners for the little ones

Guided walks and pony rides

Details: www.threetreehill.co.za; www.cavern.co.za


Spoil

June

Conte Camillo Negroni ... a

modern twist on a timeless classic!

Conte Camillo Negroni captures the spirit of the iconic drink

first created in 1919 in Florence by Count Camillo Negroni.

Handcrafted in the Italian Alps by the world renowned master

distiller Alessandro Francoli, Conte Camillo offers a smooth,

balanced taste that combines the bitterness of gin, the richness

of vermouth, and the aromatic complexity of bitters. This

modern twist on a timeless classic blends historical charm

with today’s ready-to-drink cocktail trends. Launched

earlier this year, and introduced to the local market

by Mack Brands, a dynamic new player in the global

beverage market, it’s easy to serve ... all you need is

ice, a generous pour of Conte Camillo, and a twist

of fresh orange peel. Or try a Burnt Negroni ... pour

Conte Camillo into a tumbler, top up with tonic

water, and garnish with some burnt herbs of your

choice - thyme and rosemary work well. And for

a sophisticated take, pour Conte Camillo into an

elegant stemmed glass, add ice and a dash of

Prosecco and garnish with an orange slice.

Cheers indeed! You’ll find it in its striking

packaging for R449 online on Norman

Goodfellows and Takealot and in selected

Checkers stores throughout South Africa.

For a chance to win a bottle, pop over

to @GetItJoburgWest on Instagram

or Facebook, find our Spoil post and

follow the prompts.


towards your wedding at

Oakfield Farm on both days!

OAKFIELD FARM PROMO

• 50% off venue hire, for all bookings made at

the Bridal Expo

• View anytime prior to the Bridal Expo

• Promotion applies for any date prior to the

end of Feb 2026

www.bridalexpo.co.za | info@oakfield.co.za | 011 933 3464

Jhb West - June

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