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Unmasked There’s more There’s more to comedian Trevor Gumbi. Julia Rice sat down with him as he peeled back his layers, revealing the man behind the mask Out of sight, out of mind Drugs are rife. Drugs are real.

Photographer Jono Wood decided to face it head on, and captured this dark, haunted reality of the park Saffers… Rolling with the punches From living on the streets to author, small time clothing salesman to owner of a well known brand, and from agency owner to helping bring Saffers back home… South Africans really are doing it for themselves Opa! Alex Avgitidis takes us on an amazing odyssey through Joburg’s vibrant Greek community Dance First. Think Later Here in our own backyard, the b-boy subculture is alive and well, as Julia Rice recently found out

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Editor’s letter and contributor’s page Bisquit Cognac Event Fashion In keeping with our Mzansi theme, we showcase The Spero Villioti Elite Design Academy Future Fashion Leaders Fashion Show – a fashion experience extravaganza Cool District Norwood local Taryn Das Neves explores some of the golden oldies and latest additions in the suburbs surrounding the hustle and bustle of Joburg’s Louis Botha Avenue Décor Heart of the home South Africans come together as family and as friends in their kitchens, it’s what makes a house a home Food We go Italian, with a Mzansi twist, at Remo’s Libertà in Nelson Mandela Square JBar Enjoy our Joburg Style cocktails International Travel Bucket list moments are waiting to be enjoyed on this exciting European adventure Local Travel We go off the beaten track from Joburg to Buffalo City and everywhere in-between Travel Snippets What to do and where to stay around the country

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Diary What to look forward to in Joburg over the autumn months Gauteng Day Trips Culture, music, cocktails, good food and great spots to rest your head in the province DIY Salads Coffee & Desserts Fitness Gift Shops On Trend Shops du joir Galleries Kids The Last Word 10 minutes with Urban Zulu

EDITOR Julia Rice | julia@ballyhoomedia.co.za SENIOR DESIGNER: ART DIRECTION Justine Kerr | justine@ballyhoomedia.co.za JUNIOR DESIGNER Lucy Nkosi | design@ballyhoomedia.co.za COPY EDITING & PROOF READING Lynne Yates & Loren Shirley-Carr FOOD EDITOR Leila Saffarian CONTRIBUTORS Alex Avgitidis, David Gillson, Graeme Wyllie, Jono Wood, Jurie Potgieter, Kennedy Molekwa, Krishen Samuel, Paul Westgate, Sharon Preston, Steven Macbeth, Sune Marais, Taryn Das Neves, Zara Briner COVER & FEATURE DESIGN Steven Macbeth PHOTOGRAPHY Jurie Potgieter STYLING Kennedy Molekwa CLOTHING Cover & inside feature | www.tmlewin.co.uk COVER STAR Trevor Gumbi PUBLISHER Gina Borthwick | gina@ballyhoomedia.co.za ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Janine Borthwick | janine@ballyhoomedia.co.za MANAGING DIRECTOR Eric Bornman

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t’s always quite a hard slog getting back into the swing of things after your year-end holiday, isn’t it? Well for me it is. I really have to reign myself in, put my big girl pants on, and start the year with a positive attitude.

There are things I’ve told myself I’m going to do more of this year, I wouldn’t say they’re resolutions (that word’s a bit daunting), but more like affirmations.

“Read more. Explore my city more. Enjoy weekends away more. Experience Mzansi more, without blinkers on.”

It’s our Mzansi issue, all things South African, all things celebratory about being a South African, all things Joburg. And no, not everything is pretty. Our Photo Essay entitled Out of Sight Out of Mind contains a warning for sensitive viewers due to its drug related

content. It’s happening around us, and we’re not here to sugar-coat it. Mostly our city is amazing, but sometimes we need to see some ugliness to realise how wonderful it is. Our cover star comedian Trevor Gumbi has a troubled past, he shares it with us, explaining how comedy saved him.

Our Big Read features resilient ‘Saffers’ who’ve risen above the odds in their respective fields, or circumstances. Subculture takes an energetic twist with Joburg’s B-boys and our Kulcha feature journeys through the city’s Greek culture – think delicious food and lots of dancing. We do a little bit of a European excursion, focusing on the city of love, Paris.

For local travel I take you down the road less travelled from Joburg to Buffalo City and back, stopping at all the off-the-beaten-track spots along the way. And our Food feature? Well, that always tantalises our tastebuds (hopefully yours too). The perfect blend of Italian and South African, our team heads to Remo’s Liberta in Nelson Mandela Square, showcasing some of their delectable offerings.

As usual JList is jam-packed with what’s hot and happening in Joburg, finding hidden gems in Gauteng, where to grab the best DIY salads (because summer bodies are made in winter, and

that’s where we’re headed), the best gift shops, fitness spots and coffee and desserts… There’s always time for a treat.

Have a great few months and stay safe.

Till next time…

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Photographer Cover and cover feature Jurie studied fine art at Rhodes University.

He says that the time spent with his dad developing film and printing black-andwhite photographs influenced his love for image-making. Jurie shot our fantastic cover and cover feature with Trevor Gumbi.

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Trend forecaster Cover Krishen has always been drawn to the world of make-up and fashion. He’s been a freelance make-up artist for the past six years and has worked on various publications. He’s also onehalf of #TrendMen, along with Alan Foley. He did Trevor Gumbi’s dramatic make-up.

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Writer JList Zara is a lifestyle and entertainment journalist who loves all things food, fashion and travel related. She’s written for well-known magazines like Heat, Sandton, Glamour and People. In this issue she helped out with our JList section.

Editor’s picture Nick Boulton, make-up Natasha Carstens.

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Cover Profile

Dig deep into any funny man’s psych and there’s always a touch of sadness. Robin Williams and Jim Carrey are perfect examples.

There’s more to our very own comedian Trevor Gumbi too. Julia Rice sat down with him as he peeled back his layers, revealing the man behind the mask YOU KNOW THAT BELLYACHING LAUGH when you actually have to sit down to catch your breath? Well, Trevor can do that to you.

He’s also real. He has no agenda. He talks openly about his dark, painful past, about how comedy saved him and, in doing so, hid his trauma behind a mask of the person he wanted the world to see him as.

JOBURG STYLE Tell us how and why you turned to comedy.

TREVOR GUMBI Comedy has been a pleasant drunken mistake for me. I did my first ever stand-up comedy by pure chance. While bar-hopping in Melville one Sunday night, we passed by legendary underground stand-up venue Cool Runnings and a friend drunkenly slurred, “There’s comedy down there; you’re funny, why don’t you try it out?” Not being one to back down from a challenge, even a slight suggestion of one, I went in and did it. Turns out I was a natural.

What was your childhood like? I had a happy childhood. Although I grew up in abject poverty, my mom and sisters made sure our tiny two-bedroom rental was always filled with laughter. I remember, as a kid, running through the house chasing laughs from different conversations between all the friends and adopted family who constantly filled our home.

My father abandoned us when I was six years old and didn’t bother with support. Despite being one of the first black bank managers in South Africa, he failed to contribute financially or physically to any of our lives. With a total of 11 siblings from my father’s various relationships, I am the only boy. Having known this from an early age, 16 | www.joburgstyle.co.za

with my mom and sisters constantly telling me how special I was, it killed me trying to figure out why my father didn’t want to be part of my life. This, and the numerous times I reached out to him to try spend time with him, only to end up waiting on our stoep late into the night with my bags packed because he didn’t show, and then fighting with my mom about going back into the house because I was sure that this time, this time, he would come and pick me up, led to the daddy issue I have today.

Is comedy a cover up? I wouldn’t paint all comedians with one brush, but for me, yes, it has been. Telling jokes and laughter have been safe places for me from my daddy issues, bullies at school, fights in the location and the sexual molestation I suffered at the hands of my teenage male neighbours, which were all covered up with trying to make others laugh or to be in funny conversations – this helped push all that pain way back into the deepest regions of my head. Yes, my head is that big that it has regions. Man, I have to tell doctors exactly where I have a headache, as if we’re playing Battle Ship. “Sector D4 doc…”

Why do you think so many comedians have a dark or sad past?

Everyone has a dark or sad past. Comedians (or me in particular) have just gone through life hiding it away, even from ourselves. Instead of sitting with it, talking about it, dealing with it, we hide it from the outside world and wear a mask of the person we want to world to see us as.

Where did it all go so wrong that drugs were the only answer? The past caught up with me. I had to suddenly deal with myself and being my own man. I was looking to explore the world I’d been sheltered from growing up in Durban. I was curious, young, stupid and without direction. Drugs lifted me up, away from the hurt and fear of failure, the memories.

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Cover Profile The ‘man behind the mask’ – is that you? Yes, I was the ‘man behind the mask,’ but I don’t need it, I’m not afraid anymore.

I’m ready to show people the real me. I’m ready to deal with my past, my daddy issues and my pain. As messed up as my life is, as unpretty and chaotic as it is, it’s my reality, my life and I love it.

Did you choose comedy or did comedy choose you? I’d love to say that comedy chose me, but honestly, comedy saved me.

I had no direction for my life back then and I’m grateful that I’ve found it. Who knows where I’d be? Still folding clothes at my retail store jobs? Still working the counter at my late night petrol station job? Or maybe, still working the phones at my highly lucrative insurance sales job?

I don’t know. But I’m happy with where I am right now.

What’s the biggest risk you’ve ever taken?

Believing in my abilities and myself.

Are you happy with your life right now?

I’m living my best life right now. I’m enjoying being a workaholic. I work every day, without fail. I do it because I want to provide for my family and future. I’m far from done. There’s still a lot of work to be done, but as I go on, the happier I become.

People say I’m ‘lucky’; nah, I’m not, I work on my ‘luck.’

What accomplishments in your life are you most proud of? I don’t know if they’re an ‘accomplishment’ but my kids, Jamie and Jodie. My sons are the best things in my life.

How do you stop yourself from going back to that dark place? All I have to do to stop myself from going to the dark side is to look at or think about my sons.

At what point did you realise, “Okay I need to turn things around now, I need to get clean”? Standing in my backyard after putting out the fire in my lapa, which had accidentally caught alight from the pile of my wife’s clothes I’d doused with petrol, after leaving a trail of destruction through the house with dinner plates in the washing machine, fridge knocked over face first, microwave door in the swimming pool and TVs smashed into pot plants. I’d had an emotional reaction to a different dealer’s stock, I freaked out. Besides the obvious danger to myself, I almost lost my family because of that. Luckily none of them were home at the time, but seeing all that carnage must’ve been really scary and unsettling for them.

my first rehab.

Looking back on it now, did it make you stronger or weaker? It made me weaker because it gave me more excuses.

What did you learn? That I deserve a third chance.

What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger? Absolutely. There are lessons in everything that happens in life.

If you could be given another talent or ability, what would you want it to be?

Anything between a musical talent or professional sport. Those guys are so cool.

Who/what is your inspiration? Me, myself and the wild and crazy dreams I have for my and my family’s future. There isn’t anybody I know who I could call my inspiration right now, because nobody has the same ambitions for my life as I have.

Where do you see yourself personally and professionally in five years’ time? Still very happy. Hosting and producing my own TV talk show and producing loads of TV. No matter how bad things get, are you aware someone has it worse than you?

Yes, I include those people in my daily prayers as I drive to work. I people watch as I drive. I look at others’ situations and I’m thankful for mine.

Tell us something no one else knows about you. I can’t go to sleep without having my back scratched.

Do your wife and kids laugh at your jokes? No, not at all. They’re immune to my impeccable wit.

What’s the biggest personal change you’ve made? Becoming a father. It’s all the change I’ve ever needed.

What’s the different between ‘living’ and ‘existing’? Not counting the moments, but letting the moments count.

Do you feel free? Absolutely! Well, except for some parts of Pretoria, Cape Town and the Free State.

Describe how you eat an Oreo. Hidden away from everyone, tears rolling down, blaming my father’s genes for my diabetes.

If you found out you were going to die today, would you have any regrets?

None whatsoever.

If your life were a novel, what would the title be and how would your story end?

Trevor Gumbi Against All Odds – the animated cartoon series. It would end with the animator/author trying to figure out how it all ends. With a sigh of personal anguish and the mind-numbing pain of writer’s block, he rips off the unfinished final page, scrunches it up and throws it across the room into the tear-soaked pile of tissue in his bin.

He abandons his writing corner…

Would you be happy with the way you spent the last 24 hours of your life?

No. Only because it would be my last 24 hours. But yeah, okay.

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OUT OF SIGHT OUT OF MIND That’s the easy way out – if we don’t see the pain, it’s not happening; if we don’t see dirt, then it isn’t there. But it is. Drugs are rife. Drugs are real. Photographer Jono Wood decided to face it head on, and captured this dark, haunted reality of the park

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ickolaus Bauer and I embarked on a ninemonth exploration into an open air crack and heroin den in Johannesburg.

Originally we wanted to spend 48 hours in the park and document two full days and two full nights for the project. However, after visiting the park for the first time, we soon realised we were in for quite a challenge.

It was dirty, dangerous and hostile. We entered the park on the first day and were immediately approached by a young man, who looked no older than me, and he asked us what we were buying. Our response was a predetermined agreement and we openly said we wanted to do a project on the park as purely observational, not investigative.

He told us to f**k off. We walked past him deeper into the park. A man approached us. He was six foot tall and skinny, with noticeable gang tattoos, cornrows and piercing eyes. His name was Damian, and he was friendly, too friendly.

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what we wanted to do, and carried on further, overstaying our welcome by pressing deeper into this new world.

We walked across a basketball court surrounded by groups of junkies sitting on mattresses, tyres and crates. A West African man screamed at us for crossing the open court.

This court was for buying and selling, and not for being a tourist. And so it all began.

We learnt our way around the park over the next nine months, getting to know users and dealers. We discussed what we wanted to portray in the images and talked about life with these fascinating, almost invisible, characters.

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Big Read

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Rolling with the punches Our Mzansi issue is dedicated to Madiba’s rainbow nation ideology, a celebration of what's great and wonderful about our beloved country. We're up against it at the moment and it's up to our people, our nation’s most valuable resource, to hold the fragile dream together. We pay tribute to a few of our local champions who get up and get on with it despite many adversities Photography Suné Marais Philani Dladla, author of The Pavement Bookworm

“I arrived in Joburg in 2008 with nothing but the clothes on my back and a handful of books.” Philani grew up in Port Shepstone and was kicked out of school. “I was a troublemaker, but my mother never gave up on me. She saved some money for me to go to college to rewrite matric but I messed that up too with bad behaviour and by drinking alcohol.” On the advice of his mom, Philani moved to Joburg.

Philani’s first job was as a waiter.

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“nursing”. They paid for his year’s nursing course and he worked at the Johannesburg Association for the Aged taking care of the elderly and making them smile. “The visitors liked me so much they’d give me gifts and tips. I had all this extra money so I started experimenting with drugs. It didn’t take long for me to become an addict and lose my job along with my apartment in town.”

It was easy for Philani to become a statistic and stand with a piece of cardboard begging at the robots. But Philani was different. “I started doing book reviews in exchange for money. I’ve always loved reading and I wanted to give people value for their money. I didn’t want to sell pity.”

Philani’s love of reading began when the man his mom worked for in Port Shepstone, Joseph Castyline, gave him his first book, The Last White Parliament by Frederik Van Zyl Slabbert. “When he passed away he left me his entire book collection – 500 books, some of them first editions.”

It was witnessing people dying from drug overdoses around him, coupled with the help of many self-help books, that helped him turn his life around and get clean. When local filmmaker, Tebogo Molepe came into contact with Philani, he was inspired, and made a short film about him that went viral. And so, The Pavement Bookworm was born. Since the film, Philani has written a book, published by Jacana Media. He runs the Book Reader’s Club once a week in town, encouraging children to read rather than turn to drugs. “I’ve seen what books have done for me and I believe they can do the same for others.”

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Big Read

Rory Sandilands, the Hairdresser

Angel Jones, Homecoming queen

Rory Sandilands, owner of Blo Hairdressing Salon

ethnic side of hairdressing.

He says the best part about owning his own business is being to help and educate people. “I have staff here who started as cleaners and who are now managers or senior stylists. I don’t employ people. I have a family.”

Rory was 14 when he tried to get a job at a movie house in Kensington, Johannesburg.

“All my mates had jobs there, but because I looked younger than them, I was turned down.” It was a trip to the hair salon with his mom and the owners hearing his story of not being able to get work that landed him a job sweeping up hair. He used to go every day after school. “One day they were so busy I was asked to step in and blow dry; I clearly had a knack for it and so off to college I went to pursue my dream.”

He completed his apprenticeship with Dave & Johan, and stayed another 10 years with this iconic Johannesburg franchise.

During this time, he broadened his horizons and influences by going to London – and boosted his qualifications with Toni & Guy of London, another famous international brand. Back in South Africa, his hard work and talent was rewarded and he was made creative artistic director of Dave & Johan.

However, he always wanted a salon of his own and, in 2006, opened Blo in Parkwood.

Rory has now expanded his horizons and recently opened another Blo salon in Maboneng. “Last year I went to Maboneng for the first time and fell in love with the place. I knew I had to have a shop there.

There just happened to be an empty space available and I grabbed the opportunity.”

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towards finally feeling free and finally being able to be proud of my country. When I came back I realised how many opportunities there actually were.”

Upon her return, Angel founded her own advertising agency and started Homecoming Revolution as a non-profit organisation on the side. “I thought it Angel Jones, founder of would just be a little website encouraging Homecoming Revolution “We are Africa’s brain gain company. They people to come back by telling stories about talk about the brain drain, well we are the people who had. To my surprise, it blew up.” opposite,” explains Angel. Homecoming Homecoming Revolution became a business Revolution has been around for 15 three years ago and has grown from strength years, encouraging South Africans living to strength. “We’ve had great ambassadors abroad to come home. “We host three big like Francois Pienaar, Ryk Neethling and international events a year: in London, Aaron Mokoene, and amazing speakers New York and Joburg.” at our events like Thabo Mbeki and Thuli “I grew up in Johannesburg and I was never Madonsela. We also take ‘homecomers’ with proud of the colour of my skin, my flag or my us to tell their stories about why they’ve anthem. Nelson Mandela was released when moved back.”

“I always say, don’t wait until it’s fixed, I was at my most active – I was an apartheid activist when I was at the University of Cape come back and fix it yourself. I believe Town. I moved to London for what I thought that any crisis mobilises more people to be would be a year, and it turned into a seven- passionate about defending their country. The year stint working for Saatchi Brothers in more bad, the more good. Help create the advertising.” It was when she heard Mandela South Africa you dream of.”

Homecoming Revolution doesn’t just speak outside the South African Embassy on Trafalgar Square in London that her nostalgia stop in South Africa; the company also for home overwhelmed encourages Nigerians and Kenyans who are living abroad her. “He said that he THE MORE BAD, make their way back home. loved us and wanted to THE MORE GOOD. to It is also active in Ghana and put us in his pocket and HELP CREATE THE Uganda and plans to create an take us home with him.

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Big Read Gerry opened his first clothing store, Gerani, in Small Street Mall in 1988. “I wanted to create a different look and feel and introduced linen trousers and a range of other unique fabrics, which took off tremendously in the market.

After the first year, I thought ‘I don’t want to be like everyone else’; I wanted to import from overseas.” Gerry went on his first trip to Italy in 1989 with little knowledge of where to go and what to do. He contacted companies and slowly started bringing in imported merchandise. “It went extremely well because in those days there weren’t many independent businesses importing genuine Italian clothing.”

His business grew and Gerry expanded to Hyde Park and the former Village Walk.

He brought in famous brands like Canali and reintroduced Paul & Shark. “However, I realised that the South African market, because of our warm climate, lent itself more towards luxury casual wear as opposed to formal wear. I let go of all those classic brands that weren’t performing and went for brands like Cavalli and Versace.”

His focus was on brands that were well known overseas, that were good quality, and, most importantly, a good fit.

What followed was the introduction of Pal Zileri, Xacus, Jacob Cohen, Aeronautica Militare and Napapijri. But, Gerry had his eye on one other sought after brand, La Martina, the first premium brand to truly be associated with polo. The first La Martina stand-alone store in Africa opened in Mandela Square last year. Two years ago, Gerry was fortunate enough to form a partnership with a friend of his, Laurence Wernars, who also started in the clothing business in 1988. He created Studio 88. “We discussed that I was dealing in luxury brands, he was doing mass market brands, and felt that if we joined together, we’d have the best of both worlds. So, we created L & G Luxury Life. Along with Rand Merchant Bank Ventures we have been able to expand our brands.”

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Gerry Botoulas, fashion man Rita Zwane, founder of Imbizo Shisanyama aka Busy Corner

Inspired by African culture and lifestyle, Rita founded Imbizo Shisanyama, also known as Busy Corner, in Ivory Park, Ekurhuleni in1997. With only one pot, a gas griller, small fridge, gas stove and two employees, she started her business. Now, it’s one of the fastest growing ventures in the catering industry.

After years of hard work as a secretary, waitress and an owner of a small courier service company, she decided to start her shisanyama business. “I’d tried several other business ventures, but after looking at my environment and understanding the needs of my community, I believed that a shisanyama was the most viable business opportunity.” Working as a waitress helped her see how other countries embraced their cultures through food, and she wanted to do the same.

In 2013, Imbizo Shisanyama received national industry recognition when it won the National Small Business Chamber Champion Award. “If you’re driven by a deep passion to change your circumstances and make a better life for yourself, then know that the ability to liberate your mind and achieve your dreams lies within you.”

Lukas van der Westhuizen, director of Faircity Hotels

Lukas is passionate about his job and the industry. “I love my team of ‘Faircitians’, and to see how they make a difference in our guests’ day is all I need. Working with the people around me and making a difference is the main reason that I love what I do.”

The Faircity Mapungubwe Hotel in Joburg’s CBD opened its doors in 2007, at a time when most people were still very wary of the city centre.“Our vision was to operate the number one hotel in Joburg’s city centre. Did we achieve this? Yes. I truly believe it is the best hotel in town, the world just doesn't know it yet. The property is doing extremely well, and the word is spreading.”

“To change mindsets about the CBD was a challenge. It wasn’t long before we opened that the city was seen as the most dangerous place in the world, thankfully that has changed now. With new attractions popping up, Joburg is really living up to its slogan as a world-class African city. During the hard times, we pressed forward and stayed positive. You have to get people to actually see the property and they are in awe of what we’ve created.” “It’s a very competitive and mature market, so to be where we are Lukas van der Westhuizen, LE hotelier today makes me proud.”

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Opa! GREEK CULTURE IS ALL ABOUT PLATEBREAKING, SPANAKOPITA AND BAKLAVA (THE LATTER TWO BOTH DELICIOUS, BY THE WAY). ALEX AVGITIDIS TAKES US ON AN ODYSSEY THROUGH JOBURG’S VIBRANT GREEK COMMUNITY

THE GREEK CULTURE, NOT ONLY IN SOUTH AFRICA, BUT AROUND THE WORLD, IS DEEPLY ROOTED IN FAMILY, FOOD AND TRADITIONS.

In addition to having a great zest for life, the Greek people are acknowledged for being the founding fathers of democracy, philosophy and the original Olympic Games. They have created many architectural wonders and the myths of the Greek gods continue to have relevance in modern times.

Music has always been central to the Greek way of life. During ancient times, music was considered a gift from the gods. It was attributed to Hermes with the lyre, Athena with the flute and Pan with the panpipes. Today, music and dance are still a huge part of the Greek culture and an evening at the Bouzouki, a nightclub featuring Greek laiko music, is an experience not to be missed. These nightclubs are unfortunately not found in South Africa; however, Greeks in Joburg will always be found

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celebrating any occasion with this traditional music steeped in emotion.

Another interesting tradition we continue to hold is that of the gift of a Boubouniera when we celebrate a baptism or wedding. They are filled with candy-coated almonds called koufeta – the favours are given as a token of appreciation and happiness.

They are symbolic of life itself – a combination of sweetness and bitterness. The sugar coating represents the hope that life will be blessed with more sweetness than bitterness. La Koufeto in Bedford Village is the place to go for traditional Easter, christening and wedding decorations.

Family, food and celebration of life are intrinsically linked. Greek food is considered to be one of the most popular cuisines around the world and, with the strong Greek community in South Africa, it’s not surprising that our appetite for Greek food is ripe and gratefully satisfied by many authentic Greek restaurants.

Some of my favourite hangouts in Joburg It’s been said that ‘true’ Greek dining includes eating from the bounties of nature while taking the time to enjoy what matters, and at Soul Souvlaki less is more. A simple menu with wholesome flavours provides the perfect backdrop to this trendy spot in the Maboneng precinct. Owner Dino Vlachos has created the perfect food experience. Expect to eat the best pita in town with your choice of chicken, lamb or halloumi. Don’t forget to add tzatziki (a yoghurt, garlic and cucumber dip), red onion, rocket and chilli – a true taste sensation! Did I mention the mouthwatering bifteki (meatballs)? Opa! Parea in Illovo is an old-time favourite for patrons who’ve walked through their doors for the past 21 years. Parea is one of those great Greek terms that evokes a feeling which is difficult to translate.

It describes a group of people who derive great

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT Breaking plates at a traditional Greek wedding • Strong Greek coffee at Soul Souvlaki • Boubouniera - candy-coated almonds called koufeta • the groom being shaved before his wedding

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pleasure by simply being together. It’s a perfect name for this taverna where people come together to do just that – be together, eat and be merry! Its fresh line fish authentically prepared with olive oil, origanum and lemon is a perfect choice and one of my favourites. Sharing food is part of the Greek culture and ordering meze, a selection of small dishes, is a great way to try out some of their delicacies. Ouzo, an alcoholic drink flavoured with anise, and a popular wine called retsina are the perfect accompaniments and are sure to keep the festivity level high.

Moving on to Melrose Arch, where you’ll find Mezepoli. Drawn from the passionate cultures of the Mediterranean, you can enjoy the tirosalata (feta blended with fresh peppers and chilli), soutsoukakia (spiced mince balls in a tomato-based sauce) and a traditional Greek yoghurt with nuts, cinnamon and honey for dessert.

Meze Emporio, situated in the suburb of Bedfordview, is a hidden gem. If you want a truly authentic cultural experience, then this is the place to go for breakfast or lunch. Make sure you arrive early so you’re not disappointed. This neighbourhood café is home to the first, original Meze deli and factory of the wellknown Meze treats, which expanded into the successful restaurant we know today.

The deli/bakery is a treasure trove of all that is Greek – breads, biscuits, pastries, coffee, pasta, olive oil, olives, cheeses and sausages, the list goes on. Start the day with a freshly baked koulouri biscuit and a Greek coffee, or the delicious Cypriot Breakfast – eggs, bacon, Greek sausages, halloumi, sheftalia (Cypriot sausage) and tomatoes.

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A NATION RICH IN CULTURE AND TRADITIONS, ABOVE ALL WE LOVE TO CELEBRATE LIFE WITH FOOD AND DANCE. dolmades (stuffed grape leaves) and spanakorizo (rice and spinach dish).

Euripides sums up the Greek culture of food and unity: “When a man’s stomach is full it makes no difference whether he is rich or poor”.

TOP Parea in Illovo MIDDLE Baklava is a traditional Greek dessert BOTTOM LEFT Greek Yia Yia BOTTOM RIGHT Greek tapas

Pictures Christine Meintjes & Paul Westgate

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ighlands North Believed to be the oldest roadhouse in Joburg, The Doll House stands as an icon of a bygone era when Friday nights were spent at the drive-in. While it doesn’t have the spit and polish shine of its heyday, people still make the trip for its legendary Dagwood sandwiches, toasted chicken mayonnaise and milkshakes – all brought to your car window on a clip-on metal tray.

377 Louis Botha Avenue, Highlands North, Johannesburg | 011 786 4703 Orange Grove First opened in 1929 as a tea room, The Radium Beerhall has a long history that is evident in its pressed ceilings, 100-year-old bar and the memorabilia splashed across its olive green walls.

It’s definitely a must on the city tourist map, and with jazz sessions throughout the week, it has the perfect atmosphere in which to soak up a truly South African experience while sipping on a cold brew with a plate of succulent prawns (the menu has a heavy hand towards Portuguese cuisine). A must if you haven’t already been there.

282 Louis Botha Avenue, Orange Grove | 011 728 3866 | www.theradium.co.za

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Super Sconto Italian Food Centre is a gem worth discovering. This deli and store is an oasis among the spaza stores on Louis Botha and houses a cornucopia of imported Italian delights, from essentials such as extra virgin olive oil and pomodoro sauce to 25-year aged balsamic vinegar worth more than a few bob. With every pasta shape imaginable on sale, try some of its deli meats or grab a cup of pure Italian magic in the restaurant upstairs.

169-171 Louis Botha Avenue | 011 728 7561

Norwood local Taryn Das Neves explores some of the golden oldies and latest additions in the suburbs of Norwood, Orange Grove, Orchards and Highlands North surrounding the hustle and bustle of Joburg’s Louis Botha Avenue

Orchards Nestled in the leafy suburb of Orchards and a stone’s throw from the colourful chaos of Louis Botha Avenue lies one of Joburg’s best kept secrets – Satyagraha House. A home built for one of the world’s most iconic political figures of the 20th century, Mahatma Gandhi, this heritage site has been transformed into a beautiful collaboration between a living museum and guesthouse.

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Clockwise from left The Doll House • The Schwarma Co. • Smelt • Meraki

Now in its new spot (directly opposite where it used to be), The Lamp Post is a quirky store filled with antique bric-a-brac and vintage delights, which has marked the start of Grant Avenue’s busy strip for many a year. If you’re looking for a bargain and an upcycle project, this treasure chest will unveil some hidden wonders if you have the time to stop and dally awhile.

124 Grant Avenue, Norwood | 011 728 6388

THE SCHWARMA COMPANY IS A LIVING LEGEND ON GRANT AVENUE, FEEDING THE LOCAL COMMUNITY FALAFEL AND STUFFED PITA POCKETS FOR GENERATIONS Norwood Norwood’s once popular Grant Avenue has seen a revival in recent years with restaurants, coffee houses and boutique shops popping up along its strip. The Factory on Grant is a wonderful destination if you’re looking for artisanal retail therapy. With a Vovo Telo street side, the structure also houses an incredible glass-blowing studio called Smelt, provincial inspired décor and gifts at Meraki, an exhibition space and rooftop bar. Night markets and Sunday jazz sessions are held frequently too.

72 Grant Avenue, Norwood | www.thefactoryongrant.co.za The Schwarma Company is a living legend on Grant Avenue, feeding the local community falafel and stuffed pita pockets for generations. While Mediterranean and Middle Eastern fare is the drawcard, it also does amazing ribs and burgers, and its baklava is some of the best around. Laze in the last of summer’s rays and enjoy the vibe on a busy Sunday afternoon out on the sports deck.

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One of the most popular restaurants in the area has to be Thava Indian Restaurant. While the setting isn’t glamorous, the food is some of the best you’ll find in the city and the service and quality always topnotch. Start with the slightly spiced lamb samoosa or fragrant vegetable patties before moving on to butter chicken or paneer makhni. Don’t forget to order loads of naan bread to lap up all the scrumptious sauce.

44 The Avenue & Grove Road, The Gardens, Norwood | 011 728 2826 | www.thava.co.za

REVEL IN STYLE, PIECE BY PIECE

WINING & DINING: Erawan Thai Café • Nandos • Pigalle • Rodizio • Steers • Tashas • Turn ‘n Tender • Vovo Telo. BEAUTY & WELLNESS: Beauty Factory • Clicks • Freestyle Dance Illusions • Carlton Hair - Opening Soon • Sorbet • Sorbet Man • Movement-X • Wellness Warehouse. FASHION & GLAMOUR: Ana Sousa • Ruby in the Dust • Style in Sight • Zoi • Zui HOME & GIFTING: Theory - Opening Soon @ Home • Gemma Bloom Fine Flowers • SAA Caires Travel SERVICES: Canine & Co. • CNA • Levingers Dry Cleaners • Pick n Pay Liquor • Woolworths • H20 - Opening Soon

To piece together the perfect style, stop at the corner of Kloof and Van Buuren Roads, Bedfordview, Gauteng GPS: S26010’44..2” E28006’45..6” • www.villageview.co.za

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Tel: 011 728 6640/42 | Fax: 011 728 6643 | 26°08’47.20”S 28°04’43.82” African Street & Sarie Marais Street or Corner Hamlin Street & 6th Avenue, Norwood www.norwoodmall.co.za

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Norwood Mall is a one-stop shop for all your household needs. With a Woolworths, Pick n Pay superstore, Dischem, Food Lover’s Market, Clicks, CNA, Reggies, Mr Price and Mr Price Home a few of the options available, as well as a gym, a couple of restaurants, a pet store and liquor store, you’re bound to find everything you need under one roof. Do your grocery shopping while hubby keeps busy at Builder’s Warehouse located just outside the parking area, or take a stroll through the quaint Sunday rooftop flea market.

Cnr African Street & Sarie Marais Road or cnr Hamlin & 6th Avenue, Norwood | 011 728 6640/2 | www.norwoodmall.co.za

Oaklands Without a doubt one of my favourite places in Joburg is Tortellino D’Oro, which serves sublime traditional Italian food – think tender cannelloni, ravioli, crumbed artichokes and bubbling parmigiana. With a deli attached to the restaurant, you can pick up delicious Italian staples and pastries, or select a few flavours from the gelato counter. It is always packed, reservations are essential.

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Pictures Paul Westgate & Suné Marais

THE RADIUM BEERHALL HAS A LONG HISTORY THAT IS EVIDENT IN ITS PRESSED CEILINGS, 100-YEAR-OLD BAR AND MEMORABILIA SPLASHED ACROSS ITS GREEN WALLS

Clockwise from top left The Radium Beerhall • Tortellino D’Oro • The Factory on Grant • Norwood Mall

pApeR Recycling

Paper is a renewable and recyclable resource. In South Africa, trees are farmed, harvested and replanted for the purposes of making pulp and paper products.

Recycled paper is used to make new products – especially everyday packaging.

Recycling plays a big part in enterprise development and job creation, helping to alleviate poverty. By separating recyclable paper from general waste, you increase the earning potential for waste collectors. For many this is their only source of income.

Recycling extends the life of landfill sites. One tonne of recycled paper saves three cubic metres of landfill space.

Paper recycling keeps carbon locked up and out of the air for longer. If paper is is not recycled, it goes to landfill where it rots with other wet waste and adds to methane emissions.

Recycle now. This is how.

Separate your paper from other recyclables and wet waste.

Know what is recyclable:

o Magazines, newspapers, brochures o Office paper, shredded paper o Cardboard boxes

o Liquid board packaging, milk, juice and food cartons Remember that newspapers are best recycled within three months.

Keep your paper clean and dry – if it gets dirty and wet, it will start to degrade which reduces its value at buy-back centres.

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Due to various residues and impurities, the following paper-based items are not recyclable: • Foil gift wrapping, carbon paper and sticky notes • Wax-coated, foil-lined or laminated boxes • Used cement and dog food bags • Disposable nappies, tissues and toilet paper

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B-boying, breakdancing for those who aren’t in the know, dates back to the late ‘70s, creating a global dance phenomenon that showcases it as more than just an expression, but a lifestyle. Here in our own backyard, the b-boy subculture is alive and well, as Julia Rice and Justine Kerr recently found out

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LEFT B-boy JS 1 in a first freeze BELOW Artistic Intelligence crew

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e break wherever we go. We’ll just jump in the road and start dancing. It’s all about the craziness, the passion,” says 33-yearold Christos Adonis Droganis, aka B-boy Christos, from the crew Demolition Squad.

Christos started b-boying in 1998 when he was 15. “Back then there was no b-boy scene in Joburg.”

Christos’s cousin had heard about a club in Hillbrow, Reality, where they use to break on a Monday and Wednesday. “I used to love doing handstands and flips, so I went through one night. I was taught by the now legendary graffiti artist Gogga, and in 2000, I formed my own crew, Demolition Squad.”

Quaid Jones, aka JS 1, is a 23-year-old b-boy from the crew Artistic Intelligence.

“My dad was a b-boy. In 1983 and ’84, he was probably part of the best crew in Zimbabwe. He tried to teach me when I was in Grade 3 and 4, and I learnt a few moves, but I wasn’t really that interested. It wasn’t until high school when I wanted to be the cool kid that I asked my dad to teach me again. I started a crew in Zimbabwe called Swisher House and, when I moved to South Africa, I met with the founders of Artistic Intelligence, who asked me to join them.”

B-boying is all about the camaraderie. “As a b-boy, no matter what country you visit, you’re guaranteed to find another b-boy,” says Christos.

“You’ll find them and they’ll find you, and when you link up, it’s as if you’ve been friends forever.”

“You don’t need money to b-boy,” he adds. “I guess that’s why a lot of b-boys don’t come from much.” When b-boys travel, they have host families who take them in. “The moms will take in seven guys they don’t know. They don’t have much, but they’ll treat us better than people who have a lot. It’s really humbling.”

There’s so much more to b-boying than performing. “You become a family,” Christos adds.

“I’m the oldest in my crew, so I’m like a father or mentor figure to the guys. I take them for lunches, dinners and movies. We roll together. It doesn’t have to be scheduled; you can just rock up. But when it’s time to jam, then it’s time to jam.”

What inspires the b-boys’ new choreography?

“We’re inspired by all different dance forms. Martial art forms, classic Hollywood musicals, the way an old man walks, these can all form part of our set. It’s very theatrical and expressive,” Christos explains.

When not b-boying what do these b-boys do? “Every b-boy has something they have to do on the side – like a day job. You won’t survive otherwise,” says Christos. “But it’s the sacrifices that make it that much sweeter.” By day Christos is www.joburgstyle.co.za | 47

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B-BOYING IS ALL ABOUT THE CAMARADERIE. “AS A B-BOY, NO MATTER WHAT COUNTRY YOU VISIT, YOU’RE GUARANTEED TO FIND ANOTHER B-BOY,” SAYS CHRISTOS.

an essential oil mixer for Africology. Quaid heads up visual design at Artistic Intelligence Entertainment (the company formed by the founders of Artistic Intelligence crew). He also teaches breakdancing. “My youngest student is four years old and he’s busting moves. My oldest is a headmaster in his late 40s.”

Both Christos and Quaid session (train) almost every night. “There are times when we’re just messing around, but even messing around, we’re still training,” Christos explains.

There’s a specific section near Vovo Telo for the b-boys to do their thing,” says Quaid.

Christos adds, “It takes me back to when I started as a youngster in town. This is where the young kids start, they practise around you and it spreads that love of the movement.

These are the kids of the b-boying future.”

Christos reflects, “When I was a young kid, I was shy.

I couldn’t speak to people and I had a huge complex

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT B-boy Laba after the Redbull BC One Joburg Qualifiers. Picture by Optical Noise • Demolition Squad B-boys in the Maboneng Precinct. Picture by Peter Hudson Photography • GS Fusion Concept South Africa qualifiers hosted by The Dance Expo and B-boy Laba • Kannon, founder of Ghetto Styles Fusion Concept, teaching a workshop at B2D Studio • Kung Fools, 021 Static and Demolition Squad B-boys socialising

about myself. B-boying was my only outlet, my way of talking.”

Has b-boying hit a plateau? Where to from here? “B-boying is definitely not dying out, it’s growing for sure,” says Quaid. “But it’s up to the individual,” Christos adds.

“I see a lot of kids get into it and once they go to university they stop. It happens to everyone – the harder you get hit, you’ve got to get up. You come up with a gig that people can’t say no to, and you sell yourself. The young guys are the ones who need to take over now, like Quaid.”

The b-boys know how to give back, too. In 2010, Artistic Intelligence started a CSI project called Project Smile. “We’ve visited underprivileged schools all over the place.

It’s so good to give back to the community. You’re not just teaching, you’re changing lives, and it’s one of the best feelings ever,” says Quaid.

How about the b-boy style? “The street style fashion you see today is derived from www.joburgstyle.co.za | 49

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B-BOY DICTIONARY b-boys – tracksuit pants, joggers. B-boys were wearing these 15 years ago because they’re so comfortable to break in. We all have our own individual style, but come together to do one thing, one goal,” says Christos.

If you have to put a trademark on a b-boy, it would be sneakers. “All b-boys go crazy for awesome shoes. That’s just how we roll. We’re all sneaker heads,” Quaid explains.

“B-boying is a lifestyle.

It’s the best thing that could have happened to me,” says Quaid with a grin. “So,” Christos turns to Quaid, “Are we sessioning after this?

BITING – to steal something, for example: The crew bit the name for themselves CYPHER – The b-boy group; one guy enters the middle of the circle at a time showing his moves SESSIONING – training EATING IT – killing it

5 ELEMENTS OF HIP HOP B-BOYING – the expression/dance MC’ING – vocals/the storyteller DJ – the music/beat maker GRAFFITI ARTIST – the visual storytellers CLOCKWISE FROM TOP MIDDLE Demolition Squad. Picture by Peter Hudson Photographic • B-boy Christos.

Picture by Peter Hudson • Inferno Williams and B-boy Laba on set of the Pop Lock ʼn Roll at Zone6. Picture by Pics By Pre • Maurice Paige is the lead in Pop Lock ʼn Roll dance film with B-boy Laba leaping in the back. Picture by Pics By Pre • B-boy Laba. Picture by Optical Noise • Team Hip Hop South Africa landing in Namibia to launch Hip Hop Dance Nam 50 | www.joburgstyle.co.za

All together, these make the fifth element: The knowledge of the movement For more pictures, visit

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Décor

Heart of the South African home Have you ever stopped and wondered why family and friends congregate in the kitchen? Over the past few decades, the kitchen has morphed into the epicentre of the home

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n most homes the kitchen wears many hats—it’s the centre of the family team huddle, the place for bantering with friends, the computer room for paying the bills, an entertainment centre, a children’s art gallery and lets not forget its original purpose—a place to enjoy good food with family and friends. So, it’s a mission control room of sorts.

New kitchens and kitchen renovations are seeing homes embrace a communal living design, even changing layouts and removing walls to accommodate it. The combination of the dining room with the kitchen has created an open plan entertaining area and solidified the kitchen as the heart of the home. Open plan living spaces promote communication and quality time together.

The kitchen is slowly being transformed into the living room. We probably all have images of our parents buzzing around in the kitchen, cooking meals, baking or cleaning up.

This was all the kitchen was used for and it was used well. Now that new kitchens have been freed from those constraints they are starting to take over the role of the living room.

Although kitchen trends come and go one thing is certain – the kitchen will continue to be an irreplaceable space in our homes.

Since we spend so much of our waking hours there, it’s all the more reason to create a space you truly adore. An inspiring space can mean the difference between a mediocre day and a fantastic day. Here are some kitchen beauties that should give you plenty of inspiration for your own home.

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blu_line recently launched some of its latest kitchen designs and trends. If you’re into all things contemporary, then these designs are for you.

The two modern, yet distinctive kitchens (as can be seen in this feature), boast the latest developments in modern design and manufacturing. An ultra thin, 3mm etched, aluminum door was launched to complement the current luxury range of natural stone and matt glass doors. Raised cut veneer was showcased, combined with new material, textured brushed granite, offering clients a more authentic feel. Concrete in various thicknesses was also used to push the boundaries of its designs – adding an industrial feel to the kitchen.

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DYNAMIC A compromise between beauty, robustness and precision. The everyday kitchen, to enjoy one day at a time... for a lifetime.

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OPENING PAGE ONE OF BLU_LINE’S NEWLY LAUNCHED MODERN, YET DISTINCTIVE KITCHENS CLOCKWISE FROM TOP MIDDLE RATIONAL LUXURY FROM FABRI • ULTRA CHIC KITCHEN DRAWERS BY BLU_ LINE • BEAUTY IS NOT RANDOM BY FABRI

The kitchen Beauty is not random.

Black gloss-lacquered doors, with aluminium groove opening system.

White Corian countertop and beautiful built-in appliances.

SYMBOL A combination of luxury and innovation with maximum quality and minimalist design. More than a kitchen, a symbol of excellence.

The kitchen Rational luxury.

Sliding doors and drawers lacquered in grey gloss. Interior of the sliding door cabinet and open shelving in walnut veneer with countertops and prep bowls in quartz. Built-in appliances. www.bu-line.co.za | www.fabri.pt

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Styling Leila Saffarian Photography Graeme Wyllie We go Italian, with a Mzansi twist, at Remo’s Libertà in Nelson Mandela Square Shot on location at Remo’s Libertà, Shop 31, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton City

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as their local eatery. Remo’s Libertà certainly knows how to pack a flavourful punch with its Italian inspired menu. The restaurant has a unique way of highlighting its African roots. Seeing as it is our Mzansi issue, we loved the idea of focusing on a spot where two cultures integrate with ease.

Remo’s latest branch serves as a tribute to Mr Nelson Rolihlala Mandela. ‘Libertà,’ meaning ‘freedom,’ seemed a rather fitting name. Memorabilia of a young Madiba lines the walls, along with an iconic, black and white painting of the great man. Remo’s even decided to create a dish especially for the Joburg Style shoot – combining Italian and local SA flavours perfectly!

We had a look at some of the top dishes and decided to have a go and create our own recipes based on their food inspiration.

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Creamy linguine with prawns and chilli Who doesn’t love a creamy bowl of warming pasta?

We do.

Ingredients 200g linguine 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1 tsp (5ml) chopped red chilli 150g raw, peeled prawns 100ml white wine ½ cup (125ml) fresh cream Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Method 1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente.

2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large, non-stick pan.

3. Add the garlic and chilli and fry for a few seconds. Add the peeled prawns and fry for 3-4 minutes, season with salt and pepper.

4. Add the white wine to the pan and cook for 1 minute, followed by the cream. Bring to the boil, and then lower to a simmer until reduced and slightly thickened.

5. Drain the pasta (reserving 2-3 tbsp of the cooking water) and add it to the cream sauce, along with the reserved pasta water. Adjust seasoning, toss well, serve.

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is none other than Edward ‘Steady Eddy’ Khumalo. Eddy has been creating magic at Remo’s since day one when he started at Remo’s Originale in Umhlanga in 2007 as Head Barman. Eddy made the top 10 finals of the KZN barista championships two years consecutively and firmly put Remo’s coffee on the map. However, it was Eddy’s love and passion for creating delicious Italian food that resulted in his final move into the kitchen.

Working his way up the ranks, and moving from Remo’s Maximilliano in Waterfall Estate to take up his role as Executive Chef of Remo’s Libertà, Eddy brings his aspiration for creating authentic Italian food with a unique twist to Sandton. Patrons can look forward to his exceptional experiments in the kitchen and should also keep an eye on the chalkboard for his daily, off-menu specials.

Simply put ‘Steady Eddy’ Khumalo cooks, sleeps and eats Italian.

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Boerewors & penne pasta What can we say... Remo’s loved our Afro-Italian idea so much, they created a bowl of African inspired pasta just for us! This dish will take pride of place on the Remo’s Libertà specials board for a week after this issue goes to print.

Ingredients 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil ½ small onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 500g boerewors, removed from the casing 4 tbsp (60ml) tomato purée 150g cherry tomatoes, quartered 4 tbsp (60ml) dry white wine 2 tsp (10ml) sage leaves, finely chopped 180g peas Sea salt and freshly ground black

pepper 4 tbsp (60ml) grated Grana Padano 200g cooked pasta of your choice Method 1. Heat a large, non-stick frying pan over high heat. Add the olive oil, onion and garlic and fry for 2 minutes until translucent.

2. Add the boerewors mince and fry for 7-8 minutes or until well browned.

3. Add the tomato purée, cherry tomatoes, white wine, sage leaves and peas.

4. Cook for a further 5-6 minutes and season well with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.

5. Add the cooked pasta to the boerewors mix, adjust seasoning and add the grated Grana Padano.

Toss well and add a final splash of olive oil just before serving.

Food

Bruschetta board Easy, yet utterly delicious. Top these toasty bites with whatever topping you fancy. We took our cue from Remo’s bruschetta board and opted for a scrumptious veggie option.

Ingredients 3 tbsp (45ml) olive oil 1 large brinjal, chopped ½ tsp (2.5ml) fresh red chilli (optional), chopped 1 garlic clove, finely chopped Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 large roasted red pepper, chopped Toasted ciabatta slices, to serve Fresh basil, to serve

Add som e crumb led feta or goat’s che crunchy ese to these toast bit es for added fl avour.

Time 30 min

Method 1. Heat the olive oil in a large, non-stick frying pan.

2. Add the brinjal and fry for 7-8 minutes or until the brinjal softens (add a splash of extra olive oil, if needed).

3. Add the chilli and garlic to the brinjals and fry for a further 2 minutes. Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.

4. Add the roasted red pepper, mix well and add to the toasted ciabatta slices. Top with basil just before serving.

Time

42 min

Mixing Business with

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n afternoon of sipping and nibbling. Pair these two fabulous thirst quenchers, unique to Joburg and Joburg Style, paired with delicious delights. The cocktails, made with Hendrick's Gin (which we love by the way) are perfect to enjoy at your place of work. Cheers!

Why we like Hendrick's Gin

Delectably odd botanicals

Hendrick’s botanical signature consists of flowers, roots, fruit and seeds from the world over.

A tale of two stills

Hendrick’s is the marriage of two different spirits from two rare and unusual stills: the Bennet still and the Carter-Head still.

A minimal approach to production

A small batch typically means 1,000 litres or less. Hendrick’s distills in miniscule batches of 500 litres, which gives the master distiller greater control of her careful artistry.

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The infusion of rose and cucumber

The gin is infused with the remarkable Bulgarian Rosa damascena and specially selected cucumbers from the finest producers.

Food recipes Clint Verhoog from Delectables

Feeling good about Joburg today? There's nothing like a couple of fruity cocktails at the office to kick off the weekend. Try these two one-of-a-kind Joburg Style drinks

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The Joburg Jasmine

The Jozi Gold

Jozi Gold Cocktail Woody, oaky notes complemented by herbaceous buchu and balanced with citrus Ingredients Joburg Jasmine Cocktail Sweet notes of jasmine dance along the bitter orange and lemon, while cucumber and rose float silently by Ingredients

Hendrick’s Gin 50ml Aperol 20ml Jasmine syrup 10ml Lemon juice 25ml Glass: coupette Garnish: orange zest

Jasmine Cured Salmon, Poke Dressing, Grapefruit Ingredients

Cured Salmon 400g Fresh salmon fillet 1 cup course salt 1 cup sugar 2 tbs loose leaf jasmine tea Poke Dressing ½ cup soya sauce

1 lime ,juiced 1 spring onion, finely chopped 1 red chilli, seeded and finely chopped 1 tsp sesame seeds, toasted To serve 2 grapefruit, segments 1 pack baby leaves, for garnish

Method

1. For the salmon, combine salt, sugar and tea. Place salmon into small deepsided dish, cover all sides of the salmon with cure mix.

Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours. Remove salmon from dish and rinse well under cold water. Pat dry with a clean cloth, and set aside.

2. For the dressing, combine all ingredients, and set aside.

3. To serve, slice salmon into very thin slices, like sashimi.

Place salmon onto platter, dress with poke dressing and garnish with grapefruit and baby leaves.

Woodford Reserve 50ml Patrón Citronge 20ml Buchu cordial 10ml Lemon juice 25ml Glass: tumbler Garnish: rosemary

Soft Tacos, Slow Cooked Brisket, Lime Slaw, Chipotle, Black Beans Ingredients

Brisket 1kg beef brisket, deboned 1 tbsp cumin, ground 1 tbsp coriander, ground 1 tbsp salt; 1 tsp yellow mustard seeds ½ tbsp black pepper; ½ tbsp brown sugar ½ tbsp smoked paprika; ½ tsp cayenne pepper 500ml beef stock; ½ tsp liquid smoke Lime Slaw 2 cups shredded cabbage 2 tbsp coriander leaves, chopped 2 limes, zest and juice Black Beans 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 tsp cumin, ground 1 handful coriander leaves, chopped

1 tin black beans or red kidney beans To Plate 8 x small wheat tortillas or wraps 1 bottle store bought chipotle hot sauce, or your favourite hot sauce 1 bunch coriander leaves

Method

1. For the brisket, combine all spices, sugar and seasoning and rub beef brisket, refrigerate and let marinade overnight.

2. Next day, preheat oven to 140°C. Place brisket into baking dish, add beef stock and liquid smoke, then wrap tightly in foil. Cook in oven for 6 hours, checking occasionally that the liquid hasn’t evaporated, if it has, just add some water. After 6 hours beef should be soft and tender.

3. Let beef rest for 15 minutes, then using two forks, shred the meat in roasting juices. For the lime slaw, combine all ingredients, season with salt and pepper and set aside.

4. For the black beans, soften onion in small sauce pan with a splash olive oil, add garlic and cumin and cook for another minute. Don’t let the garlic burn.

5. Add beans, stir and warm through.

6. Finish with coriander .

7. To serve, lightly toast tortillias under a hot grill. Arrange all dishes in the middle of the table, and build your own tacos.

International Travel

Europe epiphany Bucket list moments are waiting to be enjoyed on this exciting European adventure, which starts in London, takes off to Paris and heads off to the south of France before exploring Italy’s iconic cities of Florence and Rome

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ou haven’t lived until you have experienced a summer holiday exploring Europe’s many treasures. Trafalgar’s magical Contrasts of Europe 2016 Tour starts off in London before heading off on high speed trains to France and Italy on a glorious journey of discovery. Visit ancient sights that are still the stuff of legends, extraordinary museums that take you back to bygone eras, golden beaches where the jet set soak up the sun, and restaurants and bistros offering unmatched sensory experiences.

Europe is a unique blend of tradition,

culture, ancient and modern, offering the opportunity to enjoy the sights and sounds of this very special world where people have lived and loved for centuries.

Take a look at the exciting itinerary listed below, which transports you to another world where a voyage of discovery is the order of the day.

Contrasts of Europe Tour

15 days exploring London, Paris, Florence, Rome and the French Riviera DAY 1 Arrive in London Explore this cosmopolitan city, then enjoy

The famous Harry's Bar in Venice

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Enjoy an authentic pub meal in London

Fine French dining at Le Bâoli in Cannes

a traditional pub meal and welcome drink in the evening. Overnight in London.

DAY 2 London Day free to explore the shops, the sights, the Thames…

DAY 3 Fast train to Paris and overnight.

DAY 4 & 5 The perfect opportunity to enjoy our 48 hours in Paris experience, advice given by frequent flyer David Gillson (read further on p68 to learn more).

DAY 6 Travel to the French Riviera where you spend two nights in Nice. Explore Nice today. Perhaps travel along the Corniche, offering spectacular ocean views.

DAY 7 Today you discover the magic of Cannes.

DAY 8 Take the train to Venice for a three-night stay.

DAY 9 Enjoy an orientation tour of the City of Canals and at leisure.

DAY 10 Venice walking tour and free time to explore.

DAY 11 Travel to Florence for a two-night stay.

DAY 12 Florence at leisure to explore. See Michelangelo’s David, visit the Academy of Fine Arts and shop on the famous Ponte Vecchio.

DAY 13 Travel to Rome for two nights.

DAY 14 Rome – a day free to explore. Visit the Colosseum and the Pantheon, the Vatican Museum, and drop a coin into the Trevi Fountain.

DAY 15 Depart Rome en route homewards.

Love locks on the Ponte Vecchio in Florence

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Visit the Colosseum in Rome

You have to stop by a traditional mask store on St Mark's Square in Venice

The Pantheon in Rome is an architectural marvel

Houses along the Canal in Florence

from johannesburg

PARis

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Spend 48 hours in Paris DAY ONE Once you have checked into your hotel, walk down the Champs-Élysées and have breakfast at L’Avenue, known for its stunning food and great breakfasts. Then turn right into Avenue Montaigne, where you can stroll along or spend some time browsing the stunning designer stores lining the street. After that, catch the Louis Vuitton bus from the Arc de Triomphe to Fondation Louis Vuitton in the Bois de Boulogne. Give yourself time to explore this fabulous museum that is housed in a stunning Frank Gehry-designed building. It boasts a phenomenal collection of art, a great gift shop and an excellent restaurant.

Before you head for Paris, make sure you book lunch on your first day at the incomparable Le Jules Verne Restaurant, a two-MichelinStar restaurant located in the Eiffel Tower. The restaurant has its own lift, so you can avoid the queues going up the tower and go right to the top. When you book, ask for a window seat so that you can see the whole of Paris below. Take your time over lunch. Enjoy the food and the spectacular views.

After lunch, head down the lift to the cruise boats located right in front of the Eiffel Tower and enjoy a leisurely cruise down the 68 | www.joburgstyle.co.za

Seine. It is a great way to orientate yourself and to see many of the sights from the perspective of the water as you sail along…

Notre-Dame, Ile St Louis, the Louvre…

Head back to the hotel to freshen up and relax, then it’s time to return to Avenue Montaigne for cocktails at the stunning traditional Hotel Plaza Athenee, famous for its trendy bar that was recently refurbished.

From there, enjoy a leisurely stroll to Palais de Tokyo, where you can enjoy a superb dinner at Monsieur Bleu. Palais de Tokyo also features some great exhibitions, so take a look and see what’s on display. You can then return to see the full exhibition the following day.

DAY 2 This morning, walk down Avenue Montaigne en route to the quirky, boho Marais district, and have breakfast in one of the gorgeous little sidewalk cafes lining the avenue. Spend some time exploring the charming Marais area, with its antique and vintage shops, cute boutiques and old Jewish Quarter. If you are in Paris on a Sunday, this is one of the best areas to visit in the city, as it is open all day (much of Paris is closed on Sundays).

Head to Frenchie for lunch. This tiny,

A Parisian woman sipping her coffee

A traditional French high tea delight; macarons

International Travel

Don't miss a delicious indulgent French meal at five-star Frenchie

The Fondation Louis Vuitton is a must see

A bird's eye view of the Champs-Élysées

famous restaurant, which is hidden away in an alley, is run by Parisian Gregory Marchand, who earned his stripes working around the world, including doing a stint at Jamie Oliver’s famous London restaurant, Fifteen.

An alternative if you are only in the mood for a less sophisticated meal is to grab a falafel or shawarma from a street vendor in the old Jewish Quarter.

End your second day on a fun, high note at quirky, tongue-in-cheek Le Derriere, a restaurant that resembles an apartment.

Choose to sit in the lounge, the dining room, bedroom or boudoir and enjoy simple, wholesome French food.

MUSEUM SAVVY

FONDATION LOUIS VUITTON This stunning art museum boasts a permanent collection as well as various temporary exhibitions, artistic commissions and many multidisciplinary events.

Throughout most of 2016 (27 January to 5 September), the museum will be featuring a selection of works by 11 Chinese artists.

THE LOUVRE Home to one of history’s most impressive art collections, The Louvre is housed in a magnificent Baroque-style palace on the banks of the River Seine.

MUSEE D’ORSAY Housed in a grand old railway station that was built in 1900. It is home to some magnificent 19th and 20th Century works of art, including sculptures and impressionist paintings.

PALAIS DE TOKYO The eastern wing of the Palais de Tokyo is home to the Musee d’Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris (the city’s Museum of Modern Art). The rest of the building is home to various exhibition spaces that feature various excellent art and fashion exhibitions.

The luxurious Fendi store on Avenue Montaigne

How to get there

Keen to travel on this exciting tour?

Trafalgar Tours are experts in guided tours to a variety of exciting European destinations, including the exciting tour listed here. www.trafalgar.com

Paris' old Jewish Quarter

Paris calling? If you’re visiting Paris, or wish to travel on your own, consider flying Air France, which has flights departing Joburg daily to Paris, and also offers flights to other European cities, including London and Lisbon. www.airfrance.co.za

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THE LONG & WINDY ROAD TRIP Bet you’ve never taken this road trip before… We go off the beaten track from Joburg to Buffalo City and everywhere in-between

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irst stop after Joburg, the capital of the Free State, Bloemfontein…

The city of roses and cheetahs (the Sesotho name for the city honours the fast cat) has more than an annual flower festival and excellent rugby to offer visitors. There’s so much to do we’ve split it up: the way there and the way back.

See stars at the first digital planetarium in Sub-Saharan Africa... Opened in 2013, the digital planetarium was built as a result of a joint venture between the University of the Free State, the Department of Science and Technology and the provincial Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs.

Learn about conservation at the Cheetah Experience conservation centre… The centre has a rigorous conservation and education focus and the animals are well cared for with volunteer opportunities.

Luxurious spa day on a Merino sheep farm… Treat yourself to a day at one of the most luxurious spas in the country, De Oude Kraal Estate and Spa. The estate is a 40-minute drive from central Bloem along the N1 and has excellent overnight

accommodation and an exceptional restaurant. The best thing to do? Stay here, wake up refreshed and hit the road again, stopping at Aliwal North.

The little town of Aliwal North is the centre of a prosperous farming community whose main products are wool, maize, wheat, beef and dairy. The town’s principal assets are two popular hot mineral springs, which have extremely high concentrations of minerals and gases. Aliwal North has many other attractions, such as museums, historical places and buildings, nature reserves, a beautiful golf course as well as San rock artwork. Spend the night at Fish Eagle Spa. Up bright and early, put foot to Queenstown. This attractive town, known for its roses, climate and amicable townsfolk, lies on the Komani River, close enough to the Wild Coast and Karoo Heartland to make it a favoured stopover.

The area not only provides incredible scenery, but is a hive of activity for the outdoor enthusiast: there are trails, rivers, rocks, mountains, hiking, climbing, fishing, mountain-biking, canoeing and anything really, as long as it involves

WHAT TO SEE BLOEMFONTEIN

BLOEMFONTEIN PLANETARIUM

OLIEWENHUIS ART MUSEUM

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relishing all that is al fresco.

The Lawrence de Lange Nature Reserve, set on the slopes of the Madeira Mountains just outside Queenstown, has a number of trails worth exploring, spectacular examples of flowering plants and an array of different antelope that include blesbok, springbok and zebra. The reserve also has incredible views from the mountain summit.

Miss Lock’s Shell Art Gallery, JC Marshall Art Gallery, Queenstown Museum, library and the Walter Everitt Sunken Garden are all worth a visit. Spend the night at The Cullinan B&B. Next stop: Stutterheim. The small town lies at the foot of the Kologha Mountains, an outcrop of the Amatola Range. The magnificent surroundings are home to

forests, mountains, rivers and waterfalls.

Near Stutterheim is the Gubu Dam, reached by a magnificent forest drive. Activities in and around Stutterheim include the Mgwali Cultural Village, where you’ll experience Xhosa traditions, horse riding and hiking.

You’ve reached your main destination – at the heart of the Eastern Cape lies the provincial capital, Buffalo City. Offering you the best of all worlds, Buffalo City is a modern metropole coupled with uncrowded, sun-baked beaches. You’ll immediately be struck by the warmth and friendliness of the people. The region is the site of South Africa’s struggle for freedom, equality and human dignity. Spend time at a number of the beach resorts, or go inland and enjoy the tranquillity of the countryside.

WHAT TO SEE QUEENSTOWN

THE QUEENSTOWN LOCOMOTIVE

WHERE TO STAY STUTTERHEIM

THE EAST LONDON CITY HALL

THE TOP BUFFALO CITY ATTRACTIONS

THE LION PARK The park is located about 6km from East London and is the perfect family day out. There is a variety of animals for visitors to view including a pride of rare white lions, a breeding pair of tigers, Cara the cheetah, wild dogs and tame nyala buck.

Stay at the Shire Eco Lodge, as refreshing as it is unique, an extraordinary space with an innovative design in a magnificent forest setting.

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AMATHOLE MUSEUM The museum has its origins in the King William’s Town Naturalist Society founded in 1884. It is the major attraction for visitors to King William’s Town and serves the local community.

EAST LONDON MUSEUM Located on Upper Oxford Street,

it is home to the coelacanth, with stunning shipwreck and paleontological sections too.

INKWENKWEZI GAME RESERVE Nestled along the breathtaking Wild Coast, the reserve is in a class of its own with an emphasis on luxury and thoughtful detail.

It is located in a prime malariafree zone.

MPONGO GAME RESERVE A unique blend of luxury and gaming experience 35km from East London. It is home to elephant, lion, buffalo, hippo, giraffe, numerous antelope and bird species.

STEVE BIKO GARDEN OF REMEMBRANCE Steve Biko died on 12 September

Local Travel

WHERE TO EAT

Southern Sun Hemingways is a beautifully appointed, and luxurious, four-star hotel conveniently located on the Hemingways Casino complex grounds. It is a great base from which to explore the gems of East London and its surrounds. The Key West home of Nobel Prize-winner and author Ernest Hemingway inspired the architecture and décor of the hotel.

WHAT TO DO Situated in Chintsa East, Emerald Vale Brewery offers a true Wild Coast experience. It is the only craft brewery in the area and is popular with both locals and tourists for its incredible ales and speciality beers.

The brewery offers an authentic farm experience, and a Brew Tour takes you behind the scenes to show you the workings of this microbrewery and how the beer ultimately finds its way from keg to glass. The adjoining restaurant serves local fare and is famous for its homemade burger patties and hand-cut fries.

WHERE TO STAY

1977 as a result of police torture and assault in detention. He was buried on 17 September in Ginsberg after services were held at the Victoria Grounds in King William’s Town. On 12 September 1997, a bust of the fallen hero was unveiled and the Steve Biko Garden of Remembrance was officially opened by Nelson Mandela.

QUEENS PARK ZOO AND GARDENS The East London Zoo is located in the Queens Park Zoological Gardens close to the city centre. Apart from the animals, the zoo and gardens contain a treasure trove of flora and fauna, some of which are only found in the Eastern Cape.

After a wonderful four or five days exploring Buffalo City, it is time to make the trip back, with a few great stops along the way. First stop: Grahamstown.

From its galleries, museums, restaurants, pubs and wide, tree-lined streets to its classic old Rhodes University campus, Grahamstown has become a city of diversity, artistic expression and academic exploration.

Every July, Grahamstown celebrates all that is good about South African creativity in the form of its renowned National Arts Festival.

If you called Grahamstown the ‘Settler City’, the ‘City of Saints’, ‘Sleepy Hollow’ or ‘Rini’, you’d be correct on all counts.

But mostly, Grahamstown should be called ‘Student City’ after the thousands of students who study at the renowned Rhodes University. Rhodes is world-famous for the

At the start of the Wild Coast you’ll find Areena Riverside Resort and Private Game Reserve, a piece of paradise on the Kwelera River. Choose from a variety of luxury, four-star, fully equipped, self-catering, family cottages, rondavels, timber chalets and double en suite units.

The onsite Adventure Village offers a wide range of outdoor adventures including the newly launched zip line – the ‘AmaZing Zing’. The quad bike game viewing tours are a must, followed by sundowners or a delicious meal at the riverfront restaurant Areena Quays.

WHAT TO SEE The East London Aquarium was officially opened on 2 December 1931. It is not big, but unique displays make it a must-visit. Its main function, besides displays, is its active role in conserving the coastline and estuaries in the East London area.

EAST LONDON AQUARIUM

DID YOU KNOW? The Aquarium is the oldest public aquarium in the country. It boasts a lovely Whale Walk, which is open during aquarium hours and is free of charge.

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Local Travel

WHERE TO EAT ON THE ROAD

DID YOU KNOW? South Africa’s oldest independent newspaper is Grocott’s Mail, still operating in Grahamstown.

You’re on the road again, and, with hunger setting in, stop at the fabulous Nanaga Farmstall for fresh pies and ice cream.

We recommend the delicious lamb and mint pie, you won’t taste a pie this good anywhere else. inventors, thinkers, writers and academics it has produced over the generations, and when it is open for learning, the town buzzes.

Spend the night at the lovely 137 High Street Guest House in the centre of town.

Stop in surfer’s paradise, Jeffreys Bay. Jeffreys Bay, affectionately known as J Bay, is home to the best right-hand surf break in the world. International surfers flock to catch the legendary waves in this, a place of sunshine, aloes, dolphins, shells, perfect points and classic reefs. A wide variety of shops reflects the diversity of local talents.

Enjoy dinner at the Tapas Beach Restaurant on the beachfront and spend the night, if you wish, at the beautiful four-star Oyster Bay Lodge. Rested after a night by the sea, make your way into Nelson Mandela Bay, which includes the ‘Friendly City’ Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch.

PENGUIN PATROL IN PE An exciting and educational day out enjoying a ‘Real African Penguin Experience.’ Including various fun activities, lunch and afternoon tea. Stay at The Boardwalk Hotel, Ibhayi Town Lodge, Singa Town Lodge, Summerstrand Hotel, The Kelway Hotel, The Beach Hotel or the Protea Hotel Marine.

Next stop on your way home is Colesberg and dare to stay for more than a day. This quiet Karoo town has retained a few interesting reminders of the past. When visiting Colesberg, make a point of stopping at the old horse-driven mill pub, the quaint Cape Karoo cottages in Bell 74 | www.joburgstyle.co.za

Street and the Colesberg-Kemper Museum, which includes a section on the Anglo-Boer War. If you like the great outdoors, you’ll enjoy studying the fauna and flora of the veld around the town. Other attractions in Colesberg include The Karoo Ostrich Farm and the Doornkloof Nature Reserve. Colesberg has several national monuments, one of which is the Colesberg-Kemper Museum. A fine example of 19th century Karoo architecture, it originally was the Colesberg Bank and later Standard Bank. It now houses fascinating relics of the town’s rich history.

Almost home time, spend another day and night exploring Bloem. Enjoy a picnic in the Free State National Botanical Gardens.

Surrounded by koppies and dotted with redhot pokers and coral trees, the gardens are a

nature-lover’s paradise. Visit the 200-yearold olive tree and spot over 140 bird species.

Make your way to the Oliewenhuis Art Museum. This impressive structure, built in an imitation of the Dutch style, hosted King George VI on his visit in 1947. The art gallery celebrates African art. Visit the giraffes on Naval Hill – you might be surprised to learn there’s a game reserve encircling Naval Hill. Established in 1930, the reserve is 250 hectares and hosts eland, blesbok, zebra and a cacophony of bird life. Spend your last night of the road trip at the quaint Makarios Country Lodge.

Armed with new sights, sounds and experiences, head on home to the City of Gold. Aaahhhh it’s good to be home…

WHAT TO DO PORT ELIZABETH

WHERE TO EAT COLESBERG

The Route 67 Walking Tour tour comprises 67 public artworks symbolising Nelson Mandela’s 67 years of work dedicated to the freedom of South Africa. It includes the 67 steps leading up to the second largest flag in Africa.

When it comes to traditional Karoo dishes, stop at Die Plattelander Restaurant for a hearty meal. The lamb shank melts off the bone like butter and the pumpkin fritters are unlike any other. Centrally located on Church Street, the ambience is warm and inviting – the perfect road trip eatery.

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What to do. Where to stay AfrikaBurn

Taking place from 25 April to 2 May in the Tankwa-Karoo National Park, this freedom of expression festival is a highlight on the annual events calendar. The intention of the whole experience is to build a temporary community through collaborative arts projects in a completely non-commercial environment.

Participants camp for a week and provide entirely for themselves, including all their water, shelter and food needs. www.afrikaburn.com STAY Not keen on staying outdoors? Stay nearby at the lovely and quaint The Barracks Bed & Breakfast in Colesberg.

Riebeek Valley Olive Festival

Take the opportunity to sample an assortment of culinary delights at the Riebeek Valley Olive Festival from 7 to 8 May in the picturesque Swartland towns of Riebeek Kasteel and Riebeek West. Among the many new activities at this year’s festival will be an Olive Emporium, a country fair, a fresh goods market and an Olive Martini bar. Stock up on a wide selection of olives, olive oils, preserves, tapenades and a large range of olive-based beauty products. www.riebeekvalley.info STAY Stay at the luxurious and exclusive Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse located on a working farm and game reserve in the Riebeek Valley.

The Lush Festival Lambert’s Bay Crayfish Festival

Head to the charming seaside town of Lambert’s Bay from 29 April to 1 May for the renowned Kreef Fees. Feast on fresh crayfish and enjoy rock concerts by some of South Africa’s top musicians. Make a weekend of it with the whole family. www.lambertsbay.co.za STAY At West Coast Eagle’s Nest right on the beach front in Lambert’s Bay – you can literally smell the crayfish.

From 25 to 27 Clarens will come alive. Aside from the delicious food and great music from Monark, Goodluck, Jeremy Loops and many more, those seeking adventure can get their pulse racing with nature trails, abseiling, river rafting, hiking, hot air ballooning, trail runs and a fun run. Art lovers will marvel at the number of galleries, design studios and art markets, while shoppers will delight in an endless assortment of crafts and curios. www.lushfestival.com STAY Accommodation options to choose from: General camping, Plus+ camping, Glamping, Harambee Hotel or a number of guest houses. www.joburgstyle.co.za | 77

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Cape Town Jazz Festival

Now in its 16th year, the Cape Town International Jazz Festival on 1 and 2 April promises to be just as fabulous, if not better, than previous years. Hosted at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, the festival is the culmination of worldrenowned musicians providing a cohesive star studded lineup. Guided by dedicated professionals, the various musical and training workshops provide valuable, accessible and free information directly related to the industry. www.capetownjazzfest.com STAY Self catering? Stay at the Icon Luxury Units in the Mother City’s bustling CBD.

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Commissioner Store CNR Commissioner & Joubert Street Rissic Place JHB

Sedgefield Slow Festival

Sedgefield is known for its slow-paced lifestyle and is the country’s only official Cittaslow town. Cittaslow is an international movement that rejects fast paced city living for a more fulfilling quality of life in slow moving towns, and encourages residents to make time for pleasure and leisure. The festival takes place from 24 to 27 March and is jam-packed with numerous activities geared toward the whole family. Look forward to many adventures, beach fun and festival fun and slow food. It’s a great way to celebrate what most matters in life – family, food and culture. www.slowfestival.co.za STAY Stay at the boutique On the Blue Guesthouse. It’s a seven-minute walk to the beach and three-minute drive to Sedgefield’s village.

Rosebank Store Shop 17 Rosebank @The Zone

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Plan your journey The M1 bridges are undergoing essential maintenance.

Plan your journey and use alternative routes.

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Diary Day Trips DIY Salads Coffee & Dessert Fitness Gift Shops Shops du Jour Art Children

OLD JOBURG WAREHOUSE

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Bohemian Rhapsody Award-winning actor and writer Robert Fridjhon returns to the stage at the Studio Theatre, Montecasino in his new one-man show. This is not a musical. This isn’t Freddie Mercury’s biography. It’s Berkoff meets Guy Ritchie in a twisted thriller. www.computicket.com

2 11 – 20

Stevie Starr Stevie Starr ‘The Professional Regurgitator’ will be on stage at the Theatre of Marcellus, Emperors Palace. In his act, he swallows various items, such as coins, light bulbs, balloons, nails, billiard balls, dry sugar and goldfish, and then regurgitates them. www.computicket.com

3 15 – 26

Dragging 30 A fabulous fresh explosion of musical energy at the Auto & General Theatre on the Square. A journey through the minds of two women trying to come to terms with life’s third decade. www.strictlytickets.com

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Nicki Minaj Fans of Nicki Minaj can rejoice as the super cool, super talented singer and rapper will be making her way to our shores for one night only at the Ticketpro Dome. Nicki has broken world chart records and changed the face of pop culture with her smash hits like ‘Anaconda’, ‘Starships’ and ‘The Night Is Still Young’, so it’s bound to be one entertaining show. www.ticketpros.co.za

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Hello Street Party Looking to attend a fun filled night on the streets? Then, look no further. Thanks to Spiced Productions, a premier party brand, HELLO SA is back on Jozi streets, this time taking place on the streets of Madison Avenue in Rivonia. Expect a full night of great entertainment and a celebration of music. www.webtickets.co.za

6 23 March - 3 April 2016

Rand Show This March sees the return of the popular

annual Easter show held in Johannesburg at the Joburg Expo Centre. You can expect an Animal Kingdom, a Science and Technological Lab and a Gardens and Outdoors exhibition. www.randshow.co.za

29 March – 16 April

Shape Shape casts a sharp and satirical eye on three characters whose only common ground lies in their membership of a Joburg gym. The play explores their typically South African concerns. Showing at the Auto & General Theatre on the Square. www.theatreonthesquare.co.za

31 March – 03 April

Always and Forever – A Tribute to Luther Vandross The CoLab Network brings you a tribute to the legendary Luther Vandross. Luther is known as the ‘man with the velvet voice’, and the show that takes place at Joburg Theatre will take you on a trip down memory lane. www.joburgtheatre.com www.joburgstyle.co.za | 83

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Jozi Youth Dance: Nouvelle Ère Jozi Youth Dance Company is the first company of its kind bringing together dancers, choreographers and artists under one roof. The company aims to create professional productions and highlight the incredible talent our young dancers have to offer by hosting shows that will turn these dancers’ dreams of becoming successful stars into a reality and Novelle Ère will do just that! www.webtickets.co.za

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Sowing the Seeds If you’re a fan of Indie folk and rock music, then you’ll definitely be a fan of Sowing the Seeds. This year the festival held at Emmarentia Dam promises to be bigger and better than ever before with a stellar line-up that also includes one of the biggest Indie bands in the world, Of Monsters and Men. There’ll also be a large selection of food, craft beer and wine stalls. www.sowingtheseeds.co.za

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Royal Moscow Ballet Delight in this exquisite ballet at the Theatre of Marcellus, Emperors Palace.

The company consists of graduates of the best Russian choreography schools. The amazing Royal Moscow Ballet has toured successfully around the globe and since its foundation, the company has given more than 983 performances. www.computicket.com

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Chris De Burgh Legendary musical artist Chris de Burgh is returning to South Africa this April when he’ll perform eight shows in support of his wonderful new album, The Hands of Man. And we can’t wait to hear him belt out his tunes since this is the same man who brought us the famous songs ‘Into The Light’ and ‘Lady In Red’, which was number one in 50 countries worldwide.

You’re in for a treat. www.computicket.com

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Love Factually We’re all familiar with Alan Committie’s hilarious solo performance in Rob Becker’s Defending the Caveman, and now we can see him in his latest play, Love Factually, held at the Pieter Toerien Theatre in Montecasino. Here Alan will delve into everything that sets men and women apart, from Tinder dates to text break-ups. www.computicket.com

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Josh Groban Big Concerts has once again done us proud as they are bringing Josh Groban back to South Africa. This time he’s here performing songs from his latest album, Stages, which peaked at number one for three weeks on South African music charts – but that doesn’t mean Josh won’t wow the crowd with his other hit tracks.

You can expect to hear most of his greats like ‘You Raise Me Up’ and ‘To Where You Are’. www.computicket.com www.joburgstyle.co.za | 85

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4 1 1 – 2 May Mariah Carey Our dream of seeing one of the biggest artists on the planet sing live on stage will finally come true as Mariah Carey makes her way to the TicketPro Dome for her Sweet Fantasy Tour. And the best part is that she’ll be performing two shows in Joburg so we have no excuse but to see her belt out her timeless classics like ‘Hero’, ‘Fantasy’, ‘Always Be My Baby’ and ‘We Belong Together’. www.computicket.com

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AUSSIE: Circus Spectacular AUSSIE is a modern circus spectacular blending traditional acrobatic cirque performances in the air and on the ground, hilarious slapstick comedy and modern, extreme stunts to ensure there’s something for the whole family to smile, clap, laugh and gasp at. Enjoy it at Sandown High School. www.computicket.com 86 | www.joburgstyle.co.za

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Jozi Craft Beer Fest What’s better than attending a beer festival?

Attending a craft beer festival, of course!

And the Jozi craft beer fest at Marks Park is back this year and since it’s the festival’s 5th anniversary, it promises to be bigger and better than before. Enjoy a selection of South Africa’s finest craft and brewed beers, and plenty of delicious and popular food stalls. www.jozicraftbeerfest.co.za

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Mozart’s The Magic Flute This stage production, performed at the Joburg Theatre, is a celebration of true love conquering all. The Magic Flute is sung in German, but offers English subtitles and includes English dialogues. www.joburgtheatre.com

5 20 – 22 May

Grand Designs Live 2016

6 For those who are redesigning their gardens or homes, but need some inspiration, this expo is for you as it will provide you with all the right tools to begin your revamp. Back by popular demand at the TicketPro Dome, the fair offers visitors over 300 exhibitors based on a variety of housing areas such as the garden, kitchen and bathroom. www.granddesignslive.co.za

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Kingsmead Book Fair Kingsmead College is proud to be hosting its fifth annual Kingsmead Book Fair in the school’s beautiful grounds in Melrose, Johannesburg, on Saturday 21 May, 2016.

A day of debate, dialogue and discussion, which has become a significant event on South Africa’s literary calendar. Bring your family and friends, there will be a literary genre to suit all tastes and food to tantalise all taste buds. www.kingsmead.co.za

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Explore the City

SEE MORE WITH GAUTRAIN From Johannesburg to Pretoria, explore fascinating places, attractions and tourism destinations along Gautrain’s train and bus routes.

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EXPLORE LIKE NOBODY’S WATCHING Culture, music, cocktails, good food and great spots to rest your head, enjoy Gauteng and all the little gems it has to offer

#1 Braamies baby

So much to see, so much to do. Braamfontein – ‘Braam’ – is Joburg’s ultra-cool party centre, filled with fixie-bike hipsters, gourmet coffee, art galleries, rooftop bars, limited edition brand stores, restaurant gems and fabulous places to spend the night.

7am It’s Sunday! Wake up bright and early in time for the 8am We, The People Walk 2016 (4 April) at Constitution Hill. To get there is easy: hop off the Gautrain at Park Station and catch a Rea Vaya bus, stopping directly at Constitution Hill.

10am Time for some coffee and a bite to eat.

Pick up your single-origin, limited edition, micro-lot, roasted-on-site coffee at one of the neighbourhood’s excellent roasteries. Father Coffee is a blonde-wood, hole-in-the-wall temple to aesthetics and font design, and the small bench outside is a great spot for peoplewatching. A few blocks away is Doubleshot, specialising in ethically sourced coffees and teas. For a refreshing drink, try the homemade ice tea.

11am Caffeine fix sorted, tap into your arty side ALSO CONSIDER One-day musical festival, Sowing the Seeds, takes place at Emmarentia Dam on 4 April.

Expect lots of craft beer, boutique wines and gourmet food trucks. This year’s headliners are cult Icelandic indie band Of Monsters and Men, and British neo-soul duo Jungle.

and head to the Wits Art Museum (WAM). Home to an extraordinary permanent collection of African art, including contemporary and historical works from across the continent, WAM offers a dynamic programme of events and exhibitions. A guided tour related to the permanent collection takes place on Sundays at 11am.

1pm After the tour, enjoy a delicious light lunch at the superb and well-priced on-site café Olives and Plates.

3pm Catch a ballet or theatre matinee at the Joburg Theatre or Joburg Ballet. The Joburg Theatre is the city’s largest theatre venue and it stages popular mainstream productions, including comedy, dance, musicals and drama. Next door is the Joburg Ballet – a professional ballet company with a proud track record in developing young dancers from all backgrounds, while across the way is one of the city’s prettiest parks. On now is the much-loved, romantic, two-act ballet, Giselle.

5pm Time to wind down. Have sundowners at The Beach. A man-made beach on the roof of Braamfontein’s coolest corner, this spot comes alive at weekends for post-Sunday-lunch lounging. Iced cocktails are de rigueur. Try the Moscow Mule, it’s a house specialty.

8pm Don’t leave just yet; staying over in Braamfontein doesn’t have to be for out-of-towners exclusively.

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Braam is the perfect city break. We suggest The Bannister Hotel. A hip budget hotel, the rooms here are bright with crisp white linen, free Wi-Fi and artistic touches. Have a bite to eat at the hotel before heading to bed.

#2 Painting Rosebank red

This popular shopping district, with its three interlinked malls, has hundreds of stores as well as a wide range of dining options and the best African craft market in the city. The pedestrianised Zone @ Rosebank and The Firs have a wide choice of popular restaurants and fast food chains with al fresco seating.

10am Sleep in, it’s the weekend. Hop off the Gautrain in Rosebank and enjoy a smattering of culture at the fifth annual Kingsmead Book Fair (21 May) held at Kingsmead College’s beautiful school grounds.

12pm You would’ve worked up quite an appetite by now so head across the road to The Zone @ Rosebank. Take your pick from the best range of quality fast food – favourites include burritos from Chiapas, salads at Kauai and, for dessert, Krispy Kreme doughnuts or Paul’s Homemade Ice Cream.

Up for more of a long, leisurely lunch? Try Tashas, Rocomamas, Piza e Vino and News Café, all at the Zone @ Rosebank.

2pm Stomach satisfied, hop on the Gautrain bus to the Joburg Zoo a couple of kilometres away. The Joburg Zoo is one of the city’s most popular local tourist attractions.

4pm Tea time. For a contemporary spin on high tea, accompanied by an awe-inspiring view, soak in the casual refinement of the Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff. Afternoon tea is a chic, stylish affair with a choice of savoury or sweet treats. Try the savoury stand – six savouries and three sweets – on which you’ll find delicacies like coconut-crumbed Monarch prawn, aniseed cups of phyllo pastry with salmon trout tartare and the biltong sandwich for local flavour. Top it all off with choux pastry filled with praline mousse topped with

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caramelised popcorn and a pot of the finest TWG loose-leaf tea.

6pm The indulgence doesn’t stop there. Go all out and check in to the luxuriously intimate 54 On Bath hotel that has a boutique-hotel feel and a Champagne bar. The photographs that adorn the walls were all shot within a few kilometres of the hotel’s location and show the best of modern Joburg.

8pm After a quick nap in your beautiful hotel room, to work off high tea, your appetite and energy should be back. Catch a movie at Ster-Kinekor at The Zone @ Rosebank, and afterwards head downstairs to The Fun Company for some arcade games and tenpin bowling.

#3 So cool Soweto

Rich in history, South Africa’s biggest and most famous township was at the forefront of the apartheid struggle. Soweto’s tourism industry is well developed, offering everything from home stays and tuk-tuk tours to hipster markets and bungee jumping.

9am Head to Soweto on the red City Sightseeing bus, or why not do as the locals do and catch a minibus taxi? Minibus taxis

Day Trips

appear to be a notorious menace, but are a highly efficient transport service for many daily commuters as they cover almost all areas of the city. Although using them can be intimidating at first, for adventurous travellers, minibus taxis offer great insight into everyday Gauteng life.

10am Begin your day in Soweto all guns blazing with a bungee from the top of the Orlando Towers. Covered in murals inspired by the township’s rich cultural history, these cooling towers are Soweto’s most recognisable landmarks. Bungee, swing or SCAD freefall from the top.

12pm You should’ve worked up an appetite by now. So… let’s eat! Township cuisine is typically centred on meat, served shisanyamastyle (barbecued) or as a rich stew, and accompanied by pap (a thick maize porridge), morogo (wild, leafy vegetables) and spicy chakalaka relish. For a typical local lunch, head to Vilakazi Street: the heart of Soweto’s tourist route. For hearty African stews, there’s Sakhumzi, for kotas (hollowed-out loaves of bread filled with curry or chips and sausage meat) stop in at the Mandela Family Restaurant, and for a mix of traditional and modern cuisine try Nambitha, Nexdor or Thrive Café.

2pm Full and satisfied, it’s time for some essential Soweto sightseeing. Regina Mundi Church played a significant role in the apartheid struggle and has the bullet holes to prove it. Mandela House museum on Vilakazi Street is the most popular attraction. The Hector Pieterson Museum

is a deeply moving memorial to the events leading to the Soweto Uprising on 16 June, 1976. Finally, Walter Sisulu Square is where the Freedom Charter was signed in 1955 and where you’ll find ALSO CONSIDER The Soweto Art and Craft Fair – a relaxed, family-friendly place to enjoy the weekend buzz with musicians and poets playing on the open-air stage and stalls selling local art, crafts, fashion and food. The last Sunday of the month is Seven Colour Sundays, where food vendors serve up traditional homemade specialties.

a fascinating small museum. If you have time, visit the local Soweto Gold brewery to sample the craft beers.

5pm You should check in to Lebo’s Soweto Backpackers. This 22-bed backpacker’s hostel has it all: comfy dorms, private rooms or space to pitch your tent, plus a kitchen for self-catering, or enjoy a homecooked meal before retreating to the lively beach-style bar.

9pm Still up for more? Head to the Eyethu Lifestyle Centre – a local arts and culture hub that hosts regular live music events and houses a gallery promoting young artists, as well as the smart wine bar, restaurant and lounge Eyethu Cellar Door. www.joburgstyle.co.za | 91

Salads so good

LIFE GRAND CAFÉ, HYDE PARK

Since moving to Hyde Park Shopping Centre, Life Grand Café has cemented itself as a firm favourite amongst foodies. Not to mention that its salad bar has become one of the best in the city.

Salads come standard with a base of mixed greens and a choice of

four seasonal toppings like Kalamata olives, sweet potato chips, grilled zucchini or grilled eggplant. It also has a tasty selection of other toppings, like chargrilled chicken breast, seared tuna or grilled halloumi for an additional cost. www.lifegrandcafe.com

THE BOWERY LEAFY GREENS CAFÉ

Possibly one of the most loved vegan restaurants in Joburg, Leafy Greens is located on the same farm as Casalinga restaurant in Muldersdrift. It offers a harvest table that changes daily. Expect refreshing salads like the avocado, mango and tomato salad, the mung bean sprout salad with mixed veggies or the baby marrow salad with peppers and a homemade dressing. www.leafygreens.co.za 92 | www.joburgstyle.co.za

Great for corporates and workaholics, The Bowery in Sandown caters to all your food needs so you don’t have to lift a finger. Its scrumptious menu includes a few breakfast staples but it is the selfservice salad bar that has visitors coming back for more. Large jars are filled with fresh ingredients like roasted beetroot, butternut, Danish feta, blue cheese, lentils or couscous, and for those craving extra protein, you can top your salad with a piece of rump or salmon fillet. www.thebowery.co.za

GINGKO

Gingko in Saxonwold offers vegetarian dishes like no other. Its harvest table includes daily made salads as well as hot dishes like curries and tasty quiches.

And, not only is the food fresh and organic, but it also caters for those with special dietary requirements and food intolerances. So, it is no wonder that this spot has become popular amongst Paleo-and Banting-lovers. www.gingko.co.za

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LOVE FOOD

With a colourful harvest table that includes different specials on a daily basis, what’s not to love about Love Food in Braamfontein?

This deli-style café features wholesome, organic produce for those seeking a healthier lunch alternative. Look out for the grilled aubergine salad topped with herbed yoghurt and pomegranate, watermelon and baby spinach salad or the couscous and lentil salad. And make sure you leave enough space for dessert, because you don’t want to miss out on a slice of freshly baked cake! www.lovefoodkitchen.com

KAUAI

Kauai at The Zone @ Rosebank was the first branch to reveal the brand’s chic new design. With its on trend new look came a refreshed menu. You’ll still find old Kauai favourites like the Thai Crunch Salad and the Princess and Moroccan Wraps, but what’s great now is you can customise your own salad, wrap or bowl too. Take your favourite ingredients and make your perfect salad. Top it off with one of Kauai’s legendary smoothies or juices and you’re good to go. www.kauai.co.za

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KRUNCH

If you’re looking for a quick snack or salad on the go, then Krunch in Sandton City is for you. Specialising in smoothies, freshly squeezed juices and salads, Krunch prides itself in offering customers fresh produce that’s affordable. The menu includes a variety of delicious classic salads like a Greek or niçoise salad as well as a small selection of gourmet salads like the quinoa sushi salad and seared salmon and almond salad, which are all healthy and Banting-friendly. www.krunch.co.za

Located in Sandton City, Deli One is the perfect casual spot for those looking for a delicious and nutritious lunch on the go. Apart from the regular sandwiches, burgers, pastas and pastries found on the menu, it also has a deli offering an extensive selection of salad mixes, like quinoa and chickpea, green beans and avocado and cured salmon. Try the Blue Cheese and Avocado Salad (Gem lettuce, avocado, and pear dressed with Gorgonzola Dolcelatte). It’s divine! If you’re looking for a break from shopping or just looking for somewhere different to enjoy a healthy meal with friends or a great lunchtime business meeting spot, then Deli One is the place to go. Their drinks menu is also worth checking out as they do a yummy selection of juices and warm drinks.

We can’t wait to go back and tuck into their delicious eats soon.

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Coffee & Dessert

Bring it on sugar

KRISPY KREME

Who ever thought a simple doughnut could cause such a stir? Well, it can and it did. When international doughnut, dessert and coffee shop Krispy Kreme arrived in The Zone @ Rosebank in November last year, people camped out for 24 hours and more to be the first to try these delicious delights. Do they live up to the hype? A million times ‘yes.’ There are 15 different doughnut flavours to choose from. Our favourite? The good ol’ Original Glazed. The doughnuts are made fresh in store, and you can watch the doughnut machine in action through a giant glass window. Wash the sweet treat down with the just as decadent shakes and selection of coffees.

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FATHER COFFEE

Father Coffee, situated in Braamfontein, claims to have the best coffee in Joburg – and we kind of have to agree. The small roastery and espresso bar produces the finest quality coffee. The Heirloom blend is smooth and full of flavour with hints of berries, nut and dark chocolate. This is the perfect spot for a coffee on the go. www.fathercoffee.co.za

NAKED COFFEE BELLE’S PATISSERIE

Located in Blubird Shopping Centre and Sandton City, Belle’s Patisserie is a firm favourite among Sandtonites and offers delectable treats. All the goodies are made using the finest ingredients, plus it could possibly be the home of the best red velvet cupcakes in Joburg. www.bellespatisserie.co.za

ROAST CAFÉ

Meet the new kid on the block and, judging by its growing popularity, Roast Café in Melrose Arch is one coffee spot to watch. Situated next to The Goliath Comedy Club, this café has it all. From gourmet sandwiches to oversized burgers to desserts like Nutella-filled doughnuts and salted peanut butter cupcakes.

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Another firm favourite for coffee fans, Naked Coffee in Melrose Arch prides itself on serving its customers organic, freshly grounded, handmade coffee.

The service is always pleasant and it even offers delicious treats like the white chocolate and cashew nut blondie or the canelé – a small French pastry filled with custard that’s, simply put, out of this world.

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Coffee & Dessert

PAUL’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM CHÂTEAU GÂTEAUX PATISSERIE

We’ve been huge fans of Riverside Shopping Centre in Bryanston ever since its recent revamp. And, apart from the selection of restaurants, the spot that’s attracted us the most is Château Gâteaux. You’ll find just about any sweet dessert there is – from cakes to hot puddings to tarts and pastries.

And trust us when we say they’re all totally worth it. www.chateaugateaux.co.za

What started out as a small ice cream concept at food markets around town has turned into a full-grown business for Paul and his delicious ice cream. And now we can enjoy the ice cream even more, thanks to the new stand-alone ice cream parlour that’s opened up in The Zone @ Rosebank. Expect high quality ingredients free of any chemicals or preservatives with sensational flavours like melted chocolate, roasted banana and peppermint crisp tart. This is what ice cream should taste like. www.paulshomemade.com

THE PATISSERIE 4TH AVENUE COFFEE ROASTERS

4th Avenue in Parkhurst features a secret house blend that is hand-roasted, complex and full-bodied. In fact, this boutique coffee roastery has become a regular hangout place for locals. It also serves a variety of small breakfasts and snacks as well as freshly baked goodies. www.4thavenuecoffee.co.za 96 | www.joburgstyle.co.za

The Patisserie in The Zone @ Rosebank is where Alice in Wonderland meets Breakfast at Tiffany’s. From the chequered tiles to the pink and white striped walls and adorned prints of Audrey Hepburn, the popular spot bursts with all things pretty, pink and sweet. Teas are served in antique looking silver teapots and taste that much sweeter when accompanied with a delicious treat. Try the petit fours, macaroons or selection of cakes. www.thepatisserie.co.za

HÄAGEN DAZS

Ever since Häagen Dazs opened its doors in South Africa, it’s become one of the best ice cream spots around. Its ice cream, found in The Zone @ Rosebank, Sandton City and Hyde Park Corner, is known to be rich, silky and creamy, and includes a variety of decadent flavours like cookies and cream, salted caramel and Belgian chocolate. It definitely makes for that perfect after dinner treat. www.haagen-dazs.co.za

Fitness

Top 10 tone ups

CROSSFIT

For those in search of something a little more intense and focused, then CrossFit, located in most Joburg suburbs, might just be what you’re looking for. Its strength and conditioning programme consists mainly of a mix of aerobic exercise, calisthenics and Olympic weightlifting as well as plyometrics, calisthenics and powerlifting, which are all just fancy words for push-ups, crunches, squat jumps, jumping jacks and box jumps. So prepare to shed the kilos, fast! www.crossfitjozi.co.za

MOVEMENTX

MovementX caters to all fitness lovers.

Its studios in Norwood and Bedfordview offer a string of different classes like high intensity interval training (HIIT), yoga, aerobics and boxing as well as a 60-minute trampoline workout and a 60-minute barre class taught by a former ballerina, so you’re bound to find a workout class that suits your goals and needs. www.movementx.co.za

BIKRAM YOGA

VIVA GYM

Unlike other gyms, VIVA Gym offers clients and fitness goers the chance to exercise without being tied down to a membership contract. All you have to do is pay a monthly fee and you’re good to go. Located in Rosebank, Fourways, Oakdene and Hillfox, all VIVA Gyms boast an extensive range of state-of-the-art equipment and offer functional training like personal training, aerobics classes and virtual spinning. www.vivagym.co.za

Bikram Yoga offers 90-minute classes of 26 various poses that are practised in a heated room with high humidity.

There are beginner, intermediate and advanced classes, so there’s something for everyone. Each class focuses on strength and flexibility as well as mind, body and balance, which stem from two types of yoga, Ashtanga and Vinyasa. www.bikramyoga.co.za

TOPBOX GYMNASIUM

Established in 1999, Topbox in Fourways is considered one of the oldest and busiest boxing gyms in Joburg. Its popular ‘boxercise’ classes, which focus on a combination of boxing, cardio and abs workouts, are taught by experienced trainers or former boxing champions, so you’re always in good hands.

They also offer one-on-one private sessions and professional and amateur boxing for those looking to master the art. www.topbox.co.za www.joburgstyle.co.za | 99

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BOUNCE

If you’re looking for a cardio workout that’s not only challenging but also fun, then Bounce is for you. The first of its kind of Africa, Bounce is situated at the Waterfall Lifestyle Centre and features over 100 interconnected trampolines and bounce classes. Each class is packed with high intensity, low-impact, cardio workouts that target your core and improve muscle tone while still getting your heart rate going. www.bounceinc.co.za

BODYTEC

BODYTEC is possibly the best exercise routine for those with limited time as you get twice the workout in half the time. Thanks to the EMS (electric muscle stimulation) training, you’ll find 90 percent of your muscles being activated during a 20-minute session. Not only are you strapped up to different muscle stimulators, but you’re also moving your body throughout the workout, so it’s that much more focused. www.bodytec.co.za 100 | www.joburgstyle.co.za

SWEAT 1000

CURVES

Now women have no excuse but to work out at Curves Fitness Gym located around Johannesburg since it’s the first fitness club for women of all shapes and sizes, which means the instructors and trainers are a lot more understanding and patient. Apart from focusing on the one thing women battle with – weight loss, the gym also offers 30-minute classes that improve stability, core strength and kick-start the metabolism. www.curvesafrica.com

Tired of the same boring exercise regime day in and day out? Well, say hello to a new kind of fun workout at Sweat 1000. Situated in and around Johannesburg, this privately owned gym swears it will have you burning loads of calories per session. Integrating a combination of interval training, functional training, athletic training, agility training and core stability, it involves 60 minutes of hard core cardio, strength and endurance that is different every time. www.sweat1000.com

BODYBEAT

This small family-run gym found in the heart of Parktown North will guarantee results.

BodyBeat spends more time focusing on the individual as it offers personalised and targeted training with personalised eating plans. The training techniques include a blend of old school functional training with new school styles so your body is constantly challenged. Plus it’s super private and quiet that it’s no wonder BodyBeat has become a popular training spot amongst celebrities and sports players. www.bodybeat.me

Gift Shops

Every good gift

TYPO

If you’re not a stationery-lover like us, then you clearly haven’t been to Typo yet. The stores, located in The Zone @ Rosebank, Sandton City, Nicolway, Cresta and Eastgate Mall, all feature the most adorable, cool and fun supplies that add

BIG BLUE

Looking for that perfect novelty gift? Then be sure to visit your nearest Big Blue store (our favourite is at The Zone @ Rosebank) as it has you covered. With gifts starting at under R100, you’ll find hilarious and quirky things for men, women and children of all ages such as puzzles, games, toys and gadgets.

Trust us when we say you’ll love Big Blue so much and get caught up by what it has to offer that you might not want to leave. www.bigblue.co.za

a touch of colour to your workspace or look great in your private study at home. It also offers tons of ballpoint pens, bright water bottles for gym and hilarious celebration cards for every occasion. www.cottonon.com/AU/stores

HANDMADE BY BEV

Handmade by Bev, found in Benmore Gardens Shopping Centre, is the perfect store for those who don’t really know what to get because it has a bit of everything.

From the kitchenware, silverware and champagne to whisky glasses, baby toys, blankets, jewellery and picture frames, they have it all. Some items are imported while others are handmade and designed locally, so you’re bound to find something special here.

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THE BODY SHOP

Ever since The Body Shop opened its doors in South Africa, it’s become one of the safest places for gift shopping and is situated in almost every shopping centre in Joburg. That’s because it offers the best body products around. Expect thick body butters for all skin types that come in a variety of nutty and fruity flavours like coconut, shea butter and mango, as well as body washes, oils and scrubs that are great exfoliators. www.thebodyshop.co.za www.joburgstyle.co.za | 103

Gift Shops

LUSH

For those familiar with the Lush brand, you’ll be happy to know that Lush has finally landed in South Africa, at The Zone @ Rosebank, and judging by its ever growing popularity already, is here to stay. Fresh, handmade and natural are the

SOWEARTO

This might be a fashion boutique, but Sowearto in The Zone @ Rosebank also stocks the cutest things that make great gifts or presents, from locally crafted bracelets, African print clutches, wooden watches and metal waist belts to recycled wallets and trendy towel door hooks. It also has the sweetest items for babies including outfits, toys and fun and educational books. www.sowearto.co.za 104 | www.joburgstyle.co.za

THE SPACE

three words used to best describe its products and it offers the yummiest smelling bath melts and soaps. Plus, it prides itself on using 100 percent vegetarian ingredients and fights against animal testing. www.lush.co.za

The Space at The Zone @ Rosebank is exactly that – a creative space that showcases the clothes and products of young local designers, old and new. So, not only are you supporting local talent, but you’re also encouraging greater job growth for our country and the people of tomorrow. You’ll find eccentric and trueto-African-style pieces along with a gift selection that is full of delightful items. www.thespace.co.za

LOVISA

Lovisa is the one jewellery and hair accessories store where you’ll find everything and anything. It offers the biggest selection of costume earrings, necklaces and bracelets that are all bang on trend and highly affordable. Think haute couture meets street style with its range of accessories such as hairpieces, headbands and Swarovski-made earrings that work well for functions. www.lovisa.com.au

Shops du jour

Stylish, glamorous and luxurious: three words that sum up the two stores of the moment. Here’s the scoop

COLLECTIVE BY CHARLES GREIG AFRICA

This is a new revolutionary concept store in Nelson Mandela Square.

“The concept store will be unlike any other,” says Richard Greig. “We’ll sell 80 percent local and African products. These include crocodile skin luggage, belts, bags and wallets by Zambezi Grace (made in Joburg), Ardmore, Anna Trzebinski’s upmarket clothing range from Kenya, and my wife’s cashmere gowns and blankets from Mauritius.

We’ll also have local coffees and Kenyan teas.”

How did Charles Greig become part of the ‘now’ without diluting the brand’s successful heritage of home-grown luxury? The answer presented itself when the company’s owners glimpsed a gap in the market for a high-end gift store. Through lengthy debate, the notion evolved into a concept store, and Collective was born. Tapping into the future of experiential retail, gift purchasing will form only part of the adventure at Collective. Here, one can listen to good music or 106 | www.joburgstyle.co.za

read a book while sipping chilled bubbly or fine coffee, comfortably cocooned from the hustle and bustle of the surrounding mall. The ambience is the essence of glamour, African style. Defying all clichés, Collective celebrates an Africa that is out of the ordinary, sensual, multitalented, and at the cutting edge of global design.

On offer at Collective is a whole lifestyle clothing, jewellery, décor and fine objects a place to be constantly inspired. With plans to bring African glamour to the wider world, Collective is a tribute to a deep love and passion for all things African and is the first of its kind. The store design of Collective knits together luxurious heritage with a considered contemporary platform. It’s a process of layers upon layers of refinement and detailing – echoing the values of the products they have sourced from across the continent. “There’ll be wonderful products for tourists and locals; however, it’s not a curio store, and it won’t have a kitsch feel,” Richard adds.

On Trend

THE BULGARI BOUTIQUE

In the next six weeks, we’ll see the opening of Bulgari’s very first South African boutique in Sandton City. This move marks an important chapter in the over 130 years of the Italian luxury brand’s history. In the words of Andy Warhol, “Calling at Bulgari’s shop is like visiting the best exhibition of contemporary art.”

Some historical Milestones 1884 Sotirio Bulgari opened his first store in Via Sistina 85 in Rome.

1905 The Bulgari store in Via Dei Condotti 10 opened.

1932 Sotirio passed away, leaving the business to his two sons, Giorgio and Costantino.

1960s Bulgari moved away from the strict disciplines of the dominant French school to create its own unique style inspired by Greek and Roman classicism. Bulgari kept introducing successful jewellery designs throughout the decades.

1970-1979 Stores opened in New York, Geneva, Monte Carlo and Paris.

1980s Bulgari Time was founded in Switzerland to manage the creation and production of all Bulgari watches.

1993 Eau Parfumée au Thé Vert, was launched.

1997 The silk collections were launched worldwide.

1999 B.zero1 was the final Bulgari ring to debut in 1999.

2001 Bulgari announced the creation of Bulgari Hotels & Resorts.

2003 Bulgari entered the world of oriental perfumes.

2004 The first Bulgari Hotel opened in Milan.

2008 Bulgari celebrated the opening of its new Paris flagship store.

2011 The Bulgari family joined forces with the LVMH Group in order to reinforce long-term development and worldwide growth.

2013 Introduction of Diva collection.

2014 Celebration of 130th anniversary, from 1884 – 2014.

When designing and conceptualising the new boutique, Bulgari’s designers and architects turned to the iconic flagship store at Via Dei Condotti 10 in Rome. In 2014, celebrating its 130th anniversary, the Via Condotti Bulgari Boutique was refurbished by world-renowned American architect, Peter Marino. Paying tribute to over 2,700 years of Roman history, elements such as bronze, marble and wood were carefully selected and implemented in the design.

Art

Galleries

LUCINDA MUDGE CIRCA GALLERY

21 April - 21 May Lucinda Mudge enjoys working with ceramics and obtained her degree at the Michaelis School of Fine Art in UCT. Through her methods of mixing differently, she has developed a unique ceramic technique that is deep and rich in colour. Lucinda’s style of work reflects her quirky sense of humour in which she takes local and global pop culture ideals and uses them as a reference to make them the centrepiece of her designs. www.circagallery.co.za

NITA SPILHAUS

SANLAM ART LOUNGE

Until 22 April The exhibition showcases superb examples of the artist’s paintings, drawings and graphic works drawn from the Sanlam Art Collection, private and public collections. For any serious collector or connoisseur of early South African paintings this exhibition is a rare opportunity to view an extensive selection of works by an artist whose contribution to this country’s art history still needs to be properly appreciated.

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THE SOUND OF SILENCE WITS ART MUSEUM

Until 10 April A major installation work by the acclaimed New York-based artist, architect and filmmaker Alfredo Jaar. Jaar’s works often address issues around how Africa is represented in the media. This particular work takes as its point of departure South African photographer Kevin Carter’s Pulitzer Prize-winning photograph of a starving child being stalked by a vulture in Sudan.

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ALSO CONSIDER DAVID KRUT PROJECTS www.davidkrutprojects.com GALLERY MOMO www.gallerymomo.com GOETHEONMAIN www.goethe.de

HEART OF DARKNESS THE ART ROOM

Until 31 March Work by first-time exhibitors Sanele Jali and Claire Zinn, and some new works

by Zwelethu Machepa and Lehlogonolo Mashaba. Bevan de Wet provided the exhibition with the two largest etchings in the world and Ryan Hitchcock shows the pinhole photograph taken into the collection of the Southern African Foundation for Contemporary Art. www.artroomparkhurst.co.za

THIS FLEETING FOREVER HALIFAX ART GALLERY

Until 17 March This Fleeting Forever is a solo exhibition of works done in oil on canvas and paper by Ingrid E Uys. Ingrid is an upcoming South African artist who has become famous for her realistic bird portraits that are painted on a dreamy bokeh-like background. Many have described her art as life and love on a canvas as her paintings are elaborate, rich and exquisitely detailed.

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UJ ART GALLERY www.uj.co.za KIM SACKS GALLERY www.kimsacksgallery.com GOODMAN GALLERY www.goodman-gallery.com IN TOTO GALLERY www.intotogallery.co.za GALLERY ON THE SQUARE www.galleryonthesquare.co.za

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Children

Kids

BUSH PAINTBALL

THE FUN COMPANY

For those looking for something with a bit more adrenalin, paintballing might be just the thing. There’s a cool paintball range called Bush Paintball situated 10 minutes from Fourways Shopping Mall in Johannesburg that is open seven days a week and offers a number of various playing fields. Children over the ages of 10 are welcome. www.bushpaintball.co.za

Kids can’t resist those big bright colourful lights at the entrance to The Fun Company in The Zone @ Rosebank. With tenpin bowling, arcade games, bumper cars and glow mini golf, it’s a super sized kids’ playground where they can have fun for hours while you shop or have a bite to eat. Done with your shopping and the kids are still having fun? Have a cold beverage at the sports bar in The Fun Company. www.thefuncompany.co.za

PICOLINOS PIZZA-A-RIA HONEYDEW A-MAIZE-ING MAZES

This maze park is outdoor fun for the whole family. Situated in Honeydew, the Honeydew A-Maize-ing Mazes includes two main pathways called the Elemental Maze and the Maize Maze and will keep your kids entertained for hours as they make their way around the challenging and confusing mazes from start to finish.

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POTTERY JUNXION

We all know how much kids love to get their hands dirty, and at The Pottery Junxion in Edenvale they can do just that and have something to show for it at the end of the day. Everything is provided for – all you have to do is check into the studio and let your kids use their creative skills where they’ll have the chance to paint and decorate their own personalised plates, bowls or tea sets. www.potteryjunxion.co.za

For a rustic feel and wonderful atmosphere, visit Picolinos Pizza-aRia in Fourways. With occasional live events, live sports broadcasts and thatched lapas, this is the place for the whole family to sit back, relax and enjoy. Kids are also spoilt for choice with an array of entertainment such as climbing walls, sandpits, jungle gyms and go-karting. Plus, you get to indulge in a delicious pizza, so what’s not to like, right? www.picolinos.co.za www.joburgstyle.co.za | 111

The Last Word

10 MINUTES

WITH URBAN ZULU I started Urban Zulu in the streets of Durban in 2004. This dream began from nothing and we’ve seen it grow to how the world sees it today. It was inspired by the passion to make garments for African women and to put whatever each individual woman’s fashion idea may be into existence. The struggle African women have buying comfortable clothing is also what inspired me.

The idea and dream to build an African fashion household brand was there long before Urban Zulu came into existence. This dream burnt inside me from a very young age, and the artist in me pushed me in this direction. As I continued to pursue this dream, it became more and more clear. From making clothes in a small apartment and opening my first store to having rails in retail giants in South Africa, this is still a dream and vision that’s growing.

I’m inspired by day-to-day life and struggles.

I take this energy and put it into amazing designs and creations. Everyday hardworking women inspire me to create great designs. We stay true to our Africanism and love for African print, and this helps our craft.

I love being able to reinvent myself and, in turn, the brand, and give clients the ‘wow’ factor. I love that clients and the industry always look forward to what our next level will be and how awesome our designs will be this time. The ability to trend set is also something I love about the fashion industry.

HE'S SMOOTH AND STYLISH, JUST LIKE HIS LOCAL FASHION BRAND URBAN ZULU, WHICH HE FOUNDED 12 YEARS AGO. JULIA RICE CHATS TO HIM AT HIS STORE IN THE ZONE @ ROSEBANK 112 | www.joburgstyle.co.za

The hardest part about owning my own business has to be turning away prospective employees.

An important aspect of what encourages me to remain in this business is the ability to put food on peoples’ tables. As much as some people would say the end of the month is the worst time in business because of salaries, I take pleasure in the fact that I’m making a difference in people’s lives.

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PAPY KALUW

In five years, I see Urban Zulu as a much stronger household brand and expanding internationally too. We’ll continue to work hard, giving our clients and the industry great creations. In the last two years, we’ve taken part in SA Fashion Week, so it’s bigger and better from here on for us.

Elegance is an attitude Simon Baker

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