Wax appointment? Booked. Statement swimwear and party dresses? Secured. Beauty essentials to keep you looking gorgeous from the beach to the bar? Consider this your go-to shopping list for the summer holiday season. Each of these beauty world newcomers, tried and beloved by our editor, are worth checking in a bag for. However, we’ve also … Continue reading First-class beauty: Turn on holiday mode with these brand-new essentials
Prime summertime outdoor dining season is sizzling. Tryn’s newly renovated terrace – nestled in 340-year-old Steenberg Farm’s vineyards – is shining in its annual turn in the sun. Catharina’s Restaurant, which used to occupy this site, closed in 2019, leaving big shoes to fill. Happily, executive chef Kerry Kilpin has more than risen to the … Continue reading Wine, vine and food at Tryn
It takes more than warmer temperatures to create a pre-summer glow. Whether you’re after a facial that calms, hydrates, rejuvenates or makes your skin glow as if it’s exuding the very essence of summer, the downside of having so many types is working out which will best suit your skin. From sessions that include steams, … Continue reading Summer’s star facials: Holiday-ready skin starts here
Who needs long-haul places and distant destinations when you can have world-class staycations right here at home? There’s never been a better time to treat yourself by booking into a well-heeled establishment and reminding yourself of all that Joburg or Cape Town has to offer. To guide you in your search, we’ve road-tested these high-end … Continue reading The finer things: The best luxury hotels to unwind at in Joburg and Cape Town
With its generous concentration of world-class hotels and award-winning restaurants, touristy hotspots are in abundant supply in Franschhoek. But it’s the hidden gems that really add depth and excitement to a wine-tasting holiday in South Africa’s culinary capital. With that in mind, here are our editor’s secret spots away from the crowds that fly elegantly … Continue reading Secret Franschhoek: Where to eat, drink and stay in style
Few places on earth are as wild or dramatic as the Addo Elephant National Park – the third largest national park in South Africa. A one-and-a-half-hour drive north of Gqeberha is Camp Figtree, the most sophisticated outfit in this part of the country. It’s a bit like flying first class – once you’ve tried it, … Continue reading An extraordinary elephant adventure at Camp Figtree
Travel is back and better than ever! It’s time to explore the destinations at the top of your Africa bucket list and satisfy your wanderlust. While a safari and spotting the Big Five can be a trip of a lifetime, it’s certainly not the only way to explore Southern Africa. This multifaceted region is home … Continue reading The most astonishing escapes in Southern Africa
While we remain devoted to restaurants that have stood the test of time, sometimes only something shiny and new will do. We’re always the first in line to try the buzzy new spot on the block – and then tell you about it. Lately, Cape Town has seen an emergence of new restaurants attuned to … Continue reading Summer of food: The best new restaurants in Cape Town
New hotels are exciting, for sure. But there’s just something magical about the grandest, most iconic hotels with some history. Fresh off a R90 million renovation, The Winchester Hotel is a century-old institution with exceptional neoclassical design and even better service. When visiting Cape Town during a whirlwind weekend, location is key – and this … Continue reading Chic stays: The Winchester Hotel
There are some restaurants that come and go in the blink of an eye, and others that are seemingly immune to fads. The Shortmarket Club, which has moved to Joburg on a permanent basis, falls into the latter category. The team has managed to pull it off, delivering the same feeling and style as the … Continue reading Fashion meets flavour at The Shortmarket Club Johannesburg
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