There’s something about winter that makes everyone want to press pause. As soon as the sun starts disappearing earlier and the air gets that icy bite, it feels easier to swap nights out for sweat pants, soup, and back-to-back episodes of whatever’s trending on Netflix. I completely understand the appeal. In fact, I lean into...
When I first launched my packaging business, I had this naïve idea that my work would speak for itself. If the products were strong, the service was reliable, and the pricing fair, the right clients would just… show up. I soon realised that’s not how it works. Especially in an industry like packaging, where people...
Not everyone is built for winter. Some of us, like swallows, are simply wired to seek the sun, instinctively turning our faces towards warmth, open skies, and that golden-hour glow. If you’ve ever found yourself plotting a beach escape the moment the weather dips below 15°C, you’re not alone. Enter the new tribe of “summer...
There’s nothing quite like enjoying a delicious meal with the perfect glass of wine. When the flavours of your food and wine align just right, it can turn an ordinary meal into something truly memorable. The good news? You don’t need to be a sommelier to get it right. You can start pairing food and...
We are living in a drinking renaissance! The global beverage industry is undergoing a transformation, with non-alcoholic drinks taking centre stage. From mindful drinking to wellness-focused lifestyles, more people are choosing low-alcohol and alcohol-free options that deliver on taste and experience. In recent years, non-alcoholic beverages have moved from an afterthought for producers to a...
“All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.” – Charles M. Schulz If love isn’t on the cards, or you’ve already found your forever somebody, chocolate is the next best thing! Chocolate never lets us down and always improves our mood. The sweet delight has been loved all over...
What on earth is that? We’ve heard about vacations and staycations, but a late-cation? Many people don’t enjoy the crazy rush of the popular holiday destinations at the popular times, but that doesn’t mean that they don’t want to go there! And many jobs don’t have rigid leave times anymore, making lives a little more...
We’ve all been there: Standing in the middle of a pile of tried – and rejected – outfits, wondering, “What on earth am I going to wear?” Similarly, we’ve found ourselves at an event thinking, “Did I just say that out loud?” Don’t despair! Understanding the context and expectations of the occasion will help you...
Even though it’s home, there are parts of South Africa that can make you feel as if you have travelled to a different country. With four long weekends coming up, the travel possibilities are endless… In Part 1, we gave you some coastal inspiration – let’s head inland and look at more ways to explore...
There are many great things about March and April – the leaves start changing colour, the mosquitoes start going away and, best of all, there are all those public holidays! With five of those during the autumn months, there are four long weekends between the end of March and the beginning of May. Why not...
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