OCTOBER 2013
elegance is a question of choice
WIN With Creation Wines, Emma Jane & Satin Candy
MAGIC CARPETS
Enjoy the splendour of Turkish Rugs
Inspiring
ISTANBUL Majeka House
An Exclusive Boutique Hotel
OCTOBER 2013 HOME
ON THE COVER
30/ Magic Carpet
30/ Magic Carpets 45/ Inspiring Istanbul 24/ Shimmy & Shiver 56/ Majeka House
Adding Turkish glamour to your home
32/ Floral Fancy
Blue, floral & Turkish home inspirations
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GADGETS
06/ Diwali
40/ Tech News
Explaining the Festival of Lights
From our techno geek, Nick
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ENTERTAINMENT
08/ Your Friend In Fashion, Tracey
42/ Leisure
What to watch, rent, listen to, MOTOR SHOW
In-JEAN-eous
10/ Diego M.
Italian fashion designer salutes S.A talent
16/ Make- Up Trends
TRAVEL
18/ Beauty News This Month
45/ Inspiring Istanbul
Durban Fashion Fair
With Fatima Rinquest-Gierdien
One of the worlds oldest cities
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HEALTH 24/ Belly Dancing
A new way to better health
26/ Olives or Olive OIl Is there a difference?
28/ Pomegranate Juice The benefits to your health
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52/ Mikla
Best restaurant in Istanbul
52/ Swissotel
Swissotel the Bosphorus
COMPETITIONS 14/ Satin Candy 22/ Emma Jane 74/ Creation Wines
DISCOVER
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56/ Majeka House 60/ Makaron Restaurant
BON VIVANT 62/ Chefs Who Share 64/ Serving Wine 67/ Experiences at Creation 69/ Cook Like A Chef
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ts hard to believe that September has already come and gone, it just seems that there are never enough daylight hours to do all we need to do. But I’m just happy we’re into the warmer months and in celebration of the sunny days ahead, our travel destination takes us to Istanbul where we visit the Topkapi palace, shop at the Grand Bazaar and dine at Mikla, rated the best restaurant in Istanbul. Locally, we’re loving Makaron at Majeka House in Stellenbosch and I’m pretty sure you’re going to love it too. This month, we welcome a new beauty contributor to our pages, Fathima Rinquest Gierdien, she’s been involved in beauty for a long time and I know you’re going to enjoy her ‘finds’ each month. We explore the sensual dance expression of Bellydancing and it seems a great way to lose some of those extra kilos we gained in Winter as well as keep us fit. The festival of light, Diwali is almost upon us and we shed a little light on this festive colourful occasion for our non-Hindu readers. And of course, we’re giving away great prizes like the stunning Whalepod hamper from Creation Wines and vouchers to Satin Candy, our new favourite place to indulge our lingerie dreams. Congratulations to last months winners and we wish you all good luck for this month. Our pages are full of exciting news, views and info, Enjoy!
Wishing you all a great October!! Gelecek sefere kadar (until next time)
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Wishing all our Hindu readers a
Happy and Blessed Diwali! 06.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
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Diwali Pretty soon our Hindu neighbours and friends will be sending over those delicious treats and their homes will be lit up with light in celebration of the festival of Diwali. But what does this Festival of Light really mean?
Diwali, actually a contraction of the word Deepavali, which literally means “ROW OF LIGHTS” will be celebrated this year from the 3rd-7th November. The five day celebration has a multitude of symbols, rituals and reasons for celebrating, but in short it is a time when Indians worldwide rejoice and celebrate the triumph of light over dark, truth over falsehood and goodness over evil. A FEW OF THE IMPORTANT REASONS OF CELEBRATION ARE The return of Lord Rama to his kingdom after 14 years of exile The victory of Lord Krishna over the demon Narakaasura The day Bhagwan Vishnu married Maha Lakshmi THREE ASPECTS OF THE DIWALI CELEBRATIONS
1. Celebration of Light - Homes will be
adorned with clay lamps and lanterns, families will light fireworks and children will run around with sparklers. The purpose being to glorify the light of God, dispelling the darkness of mans ignorance. Diwali for Hindus, is a festival of the light which shows the way on life’s journey.
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Marking of a New Year - some mark the day of Diwali as the beginning of the New Year, others mark the day after .Homes and offices are spring cleaned, new diaries, calendars and cheque books are started. All symbolising a ‘fresh start’ to a New Year.
3. Most importantly, is the worship of Maha
Lakshmi. Maha Lakshmi is the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity. On Diwali, worshippers pray to her asking for prosperity and blessings, not necessarily the wealth of possessions or material pleasures but also the prosperity of light in their lives and an abundance of faith.
Source: Swami Chidanand Saraswati
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This is just a short description of an important event on the Hindu calendar but by no means is it intended to ignore other aspects of the celebration or discount the historical aspect, rather we hope it helps our non Hindu readers get a better picture and understanding of the wonderful celebration we see each year as homes in our neighbourhoods come alive with light.
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In- JEAN- eous Whatever you call them, Jeans, Jean Pant, Denims, Skinny’s…. we all love them and we all wear them. Around since the 1800’s, Levi Strauss patented the first riveted denim jeans in 1872. Stonewashed, over dyed, coloured and distressed, this versatile item can be dressed up or down. Shopping for the perfect pair can be pain staking to say the least!
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an’t figure out which style is the most flattering? The answer lies in your body type or body shape. We often do not take this into consideration, as we tend to be drawn to what is on trend. I am sure for a lot of you; the skinny cut comes to mind. Some steer very clear, yet others would not look at anything else. The main factor to consider when wearing this cut, is comfort above all else. You don’t want to be sitting at a dinner party talking in a high pitched voice because you cannot breathe. Buy them with 1 to 2 % stretch in them, and most importantly, the correct rise is vitally important, to avoid the unappealing muffin top! Balance them with a looser top, as all tight can look a little “Mick Jagger” On the opposite end of the scale, there is the “boyfriend cut” .Think old, oversized, cuffed and patchy! Although they don’t sound too glamorous, they are all over the glossy magazines! They must fit well over your rear, and have a relaxed fit on the leg. The more distressed look suits a smaller figure, and those that are darker and evenly dyed would work for a fuller figure. Dress them up with a gorgeous pair of heels and a smart blazer, or for a more relaxed look, a fitted t-shirt and pumps would work well. Be aware of the length of the crutch and pockets, this can really add unnecessary bulk, to those of us blessed with full hips and a full booty!!! 08.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
For those choosing practicality over fashion, the good old bootleg or flare cut works for almost all woman, but fit again is key. Be aware that the darker the denim, the more formal. Balance your body’s proportions by complimenting what’s on top with what you have on the bottom. If you find that perfect fit, stick to it. I believe that once you have done this exercise, you won’t want to do it again. Buy 2 pairs in the same style, maybe just change the colour.
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Consider
• Embellished pockets draw attention and add bulk • A very low rise will accentuate excess I the waist area • Jeans that are too long will make you appear shorter • Don’t underestimate the classic 5 pocket • Stretch is vital for comfort • Remember it’s about fit and not SIZE
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What we wear is important as it gives us a quiet confidence where we feel we can take on the world! Get this versatile basic right, and you will really notice the difference CHANGE STARTS WITH YOU
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DIEGO M. Italian fashion designer salutes S.A talent
Durban Fashion Fair came to town in August with all the glamour and excitement one would expect from a fashion studded, style filled event such as this one. International designer Diego M brought a touch of European flair with his collection and I had the chance to have a chat with both him and his wife, Manuela amidst the chaos and frenzy that accompanies any fashion show. His charisma and her charm make them a fabulous couple and it was a delight to find out what they thought of our local talent. innovative ideas. In the year 2003 the brand DIEGO M came to life and portrays, through its name, the complicity that has always characterized the couple formed by Diego Mazzi and his wife Manuela Botrolameolli (she’s the M of the brand).
Diego Mazzi has lived and “breathed” fashion for thirty years. With the ability of a great trendsetter and musician’s acute sensitivity, he pinpoints and explores new directions in fashion, adapting them to modern tastes. A talented trader and also skilled at anticipating trends, by the early 1980’s he was already starting to nurture the idea that was to take him to the top of the world fashion business: the idea was to reinvent the concept of outerwear, enhancing it with fashion details and contemporary influence, adding colors, fabrics, new lines and a new kind of wearability to cater for customers with a keen eye for changing trends, while keeping one step ahead of changing tastes with 10.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
Every idea from Diego M. is presented with eclectic flair. Elegant and eminently wearable, some garments are reversible and can be mixed and matched to create a magical blend of luxury and sportswear. There’s the exquisite quality of chinchilla, sable, fox, mink and lynx. Raised grain, treated and printed leathers are paired with technological, breathable fabrics mixed with silk, velvet, wool and cashmere. You can find Diego M collections in the style centre in Lazise, on the banks of Lake Garda in Italy.
DIEGO’S IMPRESSIONS OF SA.
On his visit to Durban for the recently held Durban Fashion Fair Diego says he was pleasantly surprised at the talent and creativity that was so abundant at the show. His advice to the young designers was to...
keep believing, keep working hard because hard work and belief pays off in the end. The Durban Fashion Fair presented by the eThekwini Municipality Business Support, Tourism and Markets Unit
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but more importantly, young designers need someone to believe in them, and take a chance on them because it is difficult to launch a label. Recognition is hard to come by and for this reason he applauded the Durban Fashion Fair for giving young designers a platform to showcase their lines. The positive feedback from a renowned designer the calibre of Diego M generates a feeling of great pride in our local designers and a real sense of being “Proudly South African”. Our designers have certainly proved they are ‘world class’. Diego did say that he was most impressed with the work of DAVID TLALE, his comment was: ” That collection would not be out of place on any international runway” He thought DAVID TLALE’S designs were superb and he could most definitely see them working in Europe. Diego and Manuela are humble and friendly and though our languages differ, and the conversation was a little challenging for all of us, there were two things he was very sure I was clear of; One, is that he loved Durban and spirit of the people and would definitely return. Two, our designers are definitely going places and he was both surprised and excited to see more of what SA had to offer. We look forward to seeing more of Diego M not only in Durban but in our other cities as well.
Ph. +39-045-6471166 e-mail: export@diegom.it www.diegom.it Facebook.com/Diego.M.Milano
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A big secret has now been revealed! SATIN CANDY, a trendy lingerie store at 72 Old Main Road, Kloof, that retails exquisite bras for small and voluptuous cup sizes has now opened another branch at 41 Adelaide Tambo Drive in Durban North. Sandra Thomas, the owner of SATIN CANDY, says that when she first started in the business she was not aware of what a nightmare it was finding a bra with a larger cup size. At SATIN CANDY they aim to get the fit correct every single time and hope to make shopping a relaxed and enjoyable experience. All are welcome to visit the new boutique for free fittings with cup sizes from A-M! For more information call Toni at the Durban North Store on 031-5644042 or the Kloof on 031-7645541 Our facebook address is www.facebook.com/ satincandy or email sandra@satincandy.co.za, or log onto www.satincandy.co.za/ or visit any one of the boutiques.
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MAKE-UP OF THE MOMENT WORDS BY JACQUI TRINDER
Jacqui Trinder, owner of Accentuate Hair & Makeup completed her IMA (International Makeup Association) qualification at London’s Premier makeup school, London School of Beauty and Makeup (Featured in British Vogue and Elle magazines). She has done the makeup for numerous fashion events, including Africa Fashion week. Jacqui has also worked on various events in London, Canada and Berlin.
you here, however both fall within the: AUTUMN / WINTER MAKEUP TREND PERSPEX-TIVE. The graceful monochromatic sheen of skin, austere and pure with a focus on how skin picks up the light with very matte organic to highly synthetic shine.
THE LOOK david tlale
DURBAN FASHION FAIR I was fortunate enough to receive a backstage pass to DFF and was in awe of the stunning makeup looks that emerged from the hands of the superbly talented MAC Events Team who flew in from around South Africa. For those of you who have always wondered how the stunning, artsy makeup looks emerge on the runway – here is a RUNDOWN from BACKSTAGE: The artists are shown a makeup demonstration by a Key Artist, where they sketch out and jot down key points as to which products are used and where they are place on the face of the model on a face chart. This is called THE LOOK
Each designer works in collaboration with the M.A.C. Senior Artist: Michelle Collins, to design a specific makeup look for their collection. Sometimes due to the limited time between shows there will be such a quick crossover that the look will only be changed very slightly. Some gloss highlight added to the check or the lip changed. I have chosen two very different makeup looks to showcase to
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2 The skin was organic matte in texture For the Male models the focus was on the brow. Brows were huge, bold and monochromatic. Brows were brushed up and striped using a mix of M.A.C. brow pencils and acrylic paints in black and white. The face was contoured heavily using cool shades. The show featured only one female model. Tatum’s eyes were the focus with clever brushstrokes also in black and white – with her lip a sharp ombre using Diva and Rebel lipsticks by M.A.C
THE LOOK DEAGO/DAX/JOHAN GERT COETZEE 1. The skin was the opposite it was a highly synthetic shine. 2. A modern take on the go-to-bed smokey eye 3. Sexy fluffed up brow . 4. Sweaty sexy skin. 5. Artists were told to get the lashes to stick together For the crossover between the Deago and Dax Martin shows: M.A.C. PRO Product: Landscape Green Chromographic pencil was added to the waterline. Models were drenched in Fix + Spray and Gloss texture was added another nod to the PERSPEX-TIVE TREND! A stand out product was the ever popular luminescent pink lipstick CANDY YUM YUM which was pressed onto the models lips for the Ruff Tung Show.
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retro matte Inspired by Ruby Woo's overwhelming popularity and one-of-a-kind texture, M•A•C introduces new bold shades in its Retro Matte finish. Eye-catching colours like Dangerous and All Fired Up create a look that's fiercely feminine. M•A•C also premieres Pro Longwear Lip Pencils in a vibrant colour palette, giving this long-lasting and transfer-proof lip pencil an exhilarating makeover.
What are your make-up dilemmas? accentuatehairandmakeup@gmail.com
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BEAUTY NEWS THIS MONTH
Lusty Lashes
Essence Stays no matter what 24 h waterproof volume mascara, R39.95, Contains a built in fiber brush for a natural lengthening and volumizing effect. The waterproof formula ensures lashes full volume for up to 24 hrs. The innovative fiber brush captures each individual lash with its creamy formula. This is great to use on those occasions when you go for a swim or have a good work out.
Fatima Rinquest-Gierdien our Beauty Contributor has found the latest beauty must-have products to add to your collection.
Fresh Face
Skin Regimen Duo Cleanser 190 ml R330, a milk cleanser & toner in just one product, will gently remove your makeup & impurities without leaving any residue or greasy film on your skin. We love the innovative lightweight texture, leaving your skin smooth & hydrated.
Flawless Skin
Yardley Stayfast 24 hour Foundation in Natural, R99.95, a perfect foundation to even out skin tone and texture, we love that its smudge free and has a special long wear formula that last the whole day. The coverage is smooth and contains moisturizing Amino Acids. For a full and all over coverage use a foundation brush to apply and blend foundation.
Smooth Skin
Greenland Body Butter 100ml, R125, This is a natural and organic body care range, the body butter formula instantly transform and protect your body leaving you with a silky smooth skin. Choose from papayalemon, coconut-tangerine, lime-vanilla, mint-lavender and grapefruit-ginger. The body butter is luxuriously rich and nourishing, no parabens, no artificial colorants, all natural butter. 18.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
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‘Every woman can look and feel gorgeous’-Fatima
Eye Candy
Hair Potion
Yardley Stayfast Mono Eyeshadow in Plum Seduction, R59.95, a new eye colour can transform your look in an instant. Plum Seduction helps accentuate the eyes and brings out their natural hue. Use a blending brush or finger to create a smooth, soft look. This colour is perfect for everyday application.
Dark and Lovely Amla Billion Hair Potion, R39.99, Dark and Lovely is once again on trend, its first ever scalp serum. Amla oil is extracted from an Indian superfruit and is highly nutritive and rich in anti –oxidants. It will make your scalp feel healthier, hair feeling manageable and won’t weigh your hair down. This product promises to transform dry frizz into smooth, shiny hair.
Sun-kissed glow
Luscious lips
Mac Lipglass Riri Woo in cool red cream, R195, Rihanna has launched her gorgeous new range encased in metallic rose gold packaging. This gloss lends an instant pop of summer to your look. The formula is great for making your lips look fuller and leaves a glorious shine to your lips.
Physicians Formula Happy Booster Glow and Mood Boosting Bronzer, R175, Pink and brown toned bronzers bring a flush of energy and vitality to drained skin. This palette is pretty as the colours are natural for any skin tone. We love the sun-kissed healthy glow and bronzer the powder provides, it gives great definition and has a wonderful luxurious feel.
Radiant Skin
Dr Hauschka Toned Day Cream, R467, This tinted moisturizer nourishes while adding a light, radiant warm glow to your skin tone. It’s a perfect product for a dry, sensitive, mature or normal skin. A daily moisturiser that hydrates, protects and smooths skin. W e love the translucent natural finish. Images: supplied Words: Fatima Rinquest-Gierdien
Fatima Rinquest Gierdien
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Fatima’s well known charm and her creative beauty styling is no new comer to the beauty industry. She has previously worked at Fashion TV, Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire magazine.
expert care for the skin you’re in. Try our latest innovation, MultiVitamin Power Serum, and receive a free Face MappingŽ skin analysis when you visit your local Dermalogica skin therapist.
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CHANGING LIVES!! ITHEMBE!! Ithembe - Dignity
Liza Clifford, respected business woman and the recipient of this year’s BWA Emerging Entrepreneur Award is on a mission…a mission to change lives and restore dignity
The mission: Collect 10 000 bras before the end of 2013
The objective: Job Creation – No handouts!
How it Works: You donate a bra or as
many as you like. These are passed on to Highway Hospice who sorts into sizes and packs of 10. The packs are sold to individuals identified by community social workers for R30. They then sell these bras to their communities for R30 a bra.
What it means: Terminally ill commu-
nities can still make a contribution to society, their families can be provided for and they can have “Ithembe” ,Dignity Restored
What you can do:
1. Collect as many bras as you can from your friends and family. 2. Drop them off at 25 Uplands Drive, Kloof or from outside of KZN post to P.O.Box 152, Gillitts, 3603.
Its as simple as that and you would have contributed to Changing a Life!!!
10 000 BRAS MEANS R270 000 FOR THESE FAMILIES. An appeal from Liza: “I
am asking you to find creative ways to collect these, whether it is a group of girls who meet regularly or an organisation who would like to contribute, it’s a great team building exercise and it gives us a sense of purpose when we find good places for our unwanted items”
For more information about Ithembe please contact Liza on 031 764 0209
www.deelishlifenstyle.com
For more information go to: http://www.lizaclifford.com/2013/07/old-bras-can-change-lives.html Deelish Life n Style is proud to be associated with the Ithembe project and should you wish to contact us or have us assist in the collection of the bra’s please mail us at info@dfnmag.co.za
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Emma Jane hampers which includes; a make-up bag, a coin purse & a book bag
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1. Like the Emma Jane facebook page,
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2. Tell us in which city, Emma Jane bags are made Send your answers to competitions@dfnmag.co.za OR enter online at www.deelishlifenstyle.com
Made with love, in South Africa, by South Africans using South African Materials. Hand bags made in foreign lands may be cheaper; however, there is something to be said about a high quality handbag made in South Africa. Central to Emma Jayne’s is ethos is a commitment to creating jobs in South Africa. All of our material is woven in Durban using local textile workers. info@emmajaynesa.co.za Cell: 0723413072
COMPETITION
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Congratulations to the winners of our August Competitions
5x AZURA HAMPERS Tumie Mosiea Tracey Lee Irusen Mark Mc Donald Shavaun Lindsay Beverley Groger
1x KARKLOOF CANOPY
TOUR & FERNHILL OVERNIGHT STAY
Mark Elstob
1x SIGNED COPY OF JACKIE CAMERON COOKS AT HOME Shelley Pflugler
2x BOTTEGA HAMPERS
Leuis Jardim Melinda Claasen
Shimmy, Shiver and Vibrate your way to better health with Belly Dancing! “Dance is the hidden language of the soul” - Martha Graham We’ve all been to a middle eastern restaurant where belly dancing has been part of the entertainment or travelled to Dubai and had the desert experience which included the traditional belly dancing. But what of belly dancing as a form of exercise? The natural movements and freedom of expression encouraged by Belly dancing is not only liberating but also a great way to stay in shape. Belly dancing has been around for centuries but it wasn’t until Hollywood began to glamorise it in the 1900’s that it began to gain in popularity. Yes, there are various forms and types specific to different countries like Egypt and Turkey but we are just concentrating on the exercise aspect this time. We now have bellydancing classes all over South Africa and it is fast becoming a fun, lively way to keep fit and have a good time all at once. KETI SHARIF a renowned Belly Dancer and teacher says that belly dancing is a great way to achieve a healthy body.
Relaxing and Invigorating
Belly dancing helps tone the body and improve body confidence. Its physiological benefits include improved fitness, better circulation, suppleness and correction of postural alignment. Belly dancing is also great for confidence building, many women have felt a resurgence of their ‘feminine self’ and are more comfortable with their bodies since they started bellydancing.
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The basis of the core moves is always the centre - just below the navel - or the second chakra (hara) or simply ‘the centre’. Bellydancing is similar to Yoga and Pilates in that the focus of the energy is on the ‘centre’ and the breath.
Physical fitness is greatly improved
It helps firm and tone the muscles in a gentle way, especially the abdominals, arms, upper back, hips and thighs. A more vigorous bellydance ‘workout’ lasting for at least thirty minutes, practiced 3-4 times a week, will certainly improve muscle tone and overall fitness. Bellydance can be seen as a fun and energetic form of aerobic dance.
We all have different requirements, but whether its just a fun outing or a you really want to learn the secrets of belly dancing, just try a class and feel the difference. For me, there is no greater expression of life than dance and belly dancing is a true expression of femininity. So grab your ‘Bedlah’ and “Shimmy Your Way to better health” or to join a belly dance class near you go to: www.bellydancingsa.co.za
Working out to fast paced, repetitious music with spicy tabla rhythms will make the exercise more enjoyable. A series of constant stepping moves, lifting and alternating arm poses and shimmies is the basis for a safe, low impact workout. However, as with all forms of exercise it is important to warm up first. Gentle shoulder rolls, arm lifts, basic step/points and circular moves which then allows you to gradually increase speed and repetition of moves, and after the workout remember to stretch and cool down.
Physiological benefits of bellydancing / Improved circulation / Improved suppleness / Increased joint flexibility /
Deeper breathing, better oxygenation of blood / Relaxing and calming, reduces stress / Burns fat, raises metabolism and improves resting heart rate / Tones all major muscle groups - legs, thighs, calves, gluteals, abdominals, upper arms, back / Reduces cellulite / Eases PMT symptoms / Prepares major muscle groups for pregnant women to assist in the birthing process.
“Those who dance are considered insane by those who cannot hear the music.” - George Carlin
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Olives or Olive Oil Its been a food source, used for fuel, timber and medicine and the humble Olive Tree has even been seen as a symbol of peace and wisdom. The fruit of this ancient tree has also given us oil and a delicious snack. Whether picked green and unripe or allowed to fully ripen on the tree to a black color, the Olive has become a favourite on dinner tables and in lunch packs the world over and the oil has become a healthy alternative for cooks everywhere. So is there a difference in the two?
Do olives and Olive Oil have the same health benefit?
High in monounsaturated fats, both olives and olive oil are both healthy foods. It has been noted that cultures whose diets are rich in this type of fat tend to have lower rates of heart disease, cancer, and obesity—even when their total fat consumption is on the high side. Monounsaturated fats also seem to be less likely to contribute to clogged arteries and heart disease.
OLIVE OIL
100% fat therefore: 1 serving (1TBS)=120calories No curing/pickling= almost sodium free Polyphenols preserved in extra virgin oil No fibre No natural fermentation, no good bacteria
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WHOLE OLIVES
20% fat therefore: 1 serving(10) = 40 calories Need curing/pickling= lots of sodium Curing removes polyphenols which protect against disease Contain some fibre Sometimes cured with natural fermentation and can be a source of good bacteria
There are pros and cons to both olive oil and olives but of course we can’t really compare them. For instance, you’re not going to sauté your onions in a handful of olives and you’re not (hopefully) going to have a tablespoon of olive oil as a snack. Suffice it to say that olive oil is one of the healthiest oils you can choose and olives make nutritious snacks and condiments.
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Green or Black?
Green olives, which are picked before they ripen, tend to be higher in polyphenols. Black olives, which are allowed to ripen on the tree, generally have a higher oil content. Olives straight off the tree are hard and bitter and definitely not pleasant too eat., even if ripe. They need to be cured in salt or oil or pickled in brine to make them edible. Curing removes the ‘bitterness’ and softens the fruit, but also adds a fair amount of sodium. Generally though, black olives will have about half the sodium of green olives.
2. GOOD FOR YOUR HEART
We all know that high levels of ‘bad cholestrol’ is directly related to heart disease. The biophenols contained in olives suppresses the synthesis of the ‘bad cholesterol’ and reduces blood pressure thereby reducing the development of arterial ‘plaque’.
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PROTECTION AGAINST COLON, BREAST AND SKIN CANCER
Olives and olive oil contain an abundance of phenolic antioxidants as well as the anti-cancer compounds squalene and terpenoid. They also contain high levels of the monounsaturated fatty acid and oleic acid which reduce chronic, excessive inflammation. These two compounds also work to neutralize the damaging effects of free radicals on the body’s cells.
4. GREAT SOURCE OF IRON
Iron is a key factor in the formation of haemoglobin, which distributes oxygen via the bloodstream throughout the body. Iron is also essential in building enzymes which regulate immune function. Snacking on olives will help boost your iron intake as they contain quite a substantial amount.
protect against ulcer causing bacteria. Eating olives or olive oil can help to combat bacteria responsible for causing tummy ulcers due to the 6. PACKED WITH MINERALS high levels of Generally olives are a good source GOOD FOR polyphenols they of iron, copper, and vitamin E, contain. PAIN RELIEF all of which are necessary for Olives contain oleocanhealthy bodily function. thal which has been shown to have strong anti-inflammatory properties. Eating olive oil naturally reduces chronic pain of inflammatory diseases like arthritis. Add some to your daily diet and notice the difference.
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Pomegranate Juice Made from the fruit of the pomegranate. It’s used in cooking both as a fresh juice and as a concentrated syrup, particularly in Persian cuisine. May play a role in reducing the risk of cancer, reducing serum cholesterol, and protecting arteries from clogging. The anti-clogging effect of pomegranate juice, is the result of its concentration of antioxidants, and are similar to the effects shown in studies of red wine, black tea, and purple grape juice. However, with almost 30 grams of sugar, a glass of pomegranate juice has more sugar than an equal size serving of some soft drinks, such as Coca Cola and roughly equal to two servings of a sweetened breakfast cereal.
3. While testosterone levels rose be-
tween 16 and 30 percent, blood pressure levels dropped. Now if increased testosterone can help improve a person’s mood and memory and even relieve stress such as “pre-match nerves” or stage fright and an additional study done the year before found that pomegranate juice lowered high blood pressure and helped banish beer bellies over a month-long test, I’d say forget the little blue pill and bring on the red juice, you clearly get more than just increased libido and all of that for less than half the price. The Persians were definitely on to something when they found so many different ways to include pomegranates in their diets. Similar research was conducted at Firate University in Turkey with similar results
All that aside.....move over Viagra, Bye-bye Oysters,
Pomegranate mojito anyone?
hello Pomegranate juice. A study conducted last year on 58 volunteers, at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh showed that a glass of pomegranate juice daily could possibly liven up your libido.
It was found that:
1. The volunteers, both men and
women who drank a glass a day for a fortnight showed increased levels of the sex hormone, testosterone.
2. Since the study also recorded emo-
tional levels it showed that positive emotions increased and negative feelings fell.
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Make Your Own Pomegranate Juice
Of course, homemade is by far the best. Simple and easy to do, yet so good for you.
1. Cut open the pomegranate and
remove the seeds placing them in a bowl filled with water.
2. The seeds will sink to the bottom while the white membrane floats to the top.
3. Discard the peel and membrane,
leaving only the red seeds and strain out the water and place the seeds in a blender.
4. Blend the seeds, strain the seed mixture into a cup.
You now have a very potent, concentrated, tart but tasty drink. Just add water and sweetener to taste. Of course fresh is best, but if pomegranates are not in season or you enjoy the juice but don’t want the hassle you can always buy it in a supermarket. Just be sure the labels says “100% Pomegranate Juice” The real stuff is often much more expensive than other juices so be prepared to pay a little more for it than regular juices. And, avoid any juice which contains “malic acid” or “citric acid” as these are commonly added to hide the fact the product has been watered down.
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MAGIC CARPETS Persian or Turkish carpets are always sought out and add glamour and sophistication to any home. And true, they can be seriously expensive, but why? Well Turkish Carpets can either be made by hand, one knot at a time or by machine and this definitely affects the price. And of course, you can choose either a silk or wool rug and this is also a determining factor in price.
Making Turkish Rugs
The main difference between handmade Turkish rugs and rugs made anywhere else in the world is that Turkish rugs are double knotted. Each piece of yarn is looped twice through the weft, making the rug sturdier and more durable. Rugs elsewhere are tied with a single fibre per vertical thread.
Warp
Weft
Since a carpet is more of a work of art, each design has a deeper meaning.
“A carpet is like a poem, each pattern of a carpet is like each verse of a poem. It is chosen for its beauty and motifs are carefully arranged to form rhymes.� In general motifs differ from region to region, kind of like people talking the same language. Motifs depend on the period to which they belong in history and the place in where they live. They are live words. 30.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
Silk Carpets
The most valuable, beautiful, and costly Turkish rugs are made of silk threads, filament-thin yet one of the strongest natural materials known to man. Typically, silk carpets hold 400 threads per inch. An expert weaver can knot as many as 1200 silk threads per inch into a carpet. The silk used comes from cocoons rather than silkworms. Farm raised, then shot with steam to shock the incipient butterfly within, cocoons are then soaked in a vat of water. Using a wide brush, a worker teases out a hair-thin thread from each cocoon and affixes it to a spinning wheel that extracts all the silk from the casing. It is then twisted, dyed, and ready for weaving.
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Wool Carpets
Since wool carpets are made in primitive village houses or in tribal tents, sizes are smaller than other combinations. They can be quite long but their widths are limited due to the size of the wooden looms. All three parts of Turkish wool carpets like warp, weft and pile are from pure wool. Differences in climate and flora effects the quality of a woollen carpet. Rugs made in various regions of the country show different types of weaving. Lamb wool from the east part of Turkey is thicker because of cold climate with the result that rugs from this region are thicker. Rugs from the west coast of Turkey are finer as wool is thinner due to the warmer climate.
Average wool rugs have 60 to 130 knots per square inch KPSI Wool on wool carpets are highly decorative and because of their flexibility and small sizes can be used anywhere in the home as well as wall hangings.
There are also other Turkish Tribal rugs such as Caucasian Rugs and Turkmen Rugs with more geometrical designs. For many centuries, Weaving rugs have been a way for Anatolian women to express themselves or their feelings in an authentic way. Even so, Most of the motifs change from region to region.
Rugs as an investment
Turkish Rugs are a great investment for future. You can sell your handmade silk rug and make a good profit. Antique Oriental Rugs can be extremely valuable. There are many antique oriental rugs that are priceless. Similar to good wine Turkish rugs get more valuable after many years. Silk rugs remain in good condition for many years due to the use of natural materials.
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Floral Fancy Florals are all the rage for Summer this year. We’re drawing on some Turkish inspiration to bring funky floral and cheerful colour into your home.
Always cool, always soothing. Whether a single table or chair BLUE adds a calming dimension to a room, but a touch of floral adds its own lift
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A single piece of this soothing colour can tie a room together keeping it fresh and modern.
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loral always brings you straight into Summer, it does the same with room decor
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If floral is not really your thing,
there are other subtle ways to use the trend... A floral covered storage box is decorative & useful to hide away loose items
Serve your tea in pretty floral cups.
Try a floral pillow on a blue couch.
A floral throw on a couch instantly lifts the look of a room
An otherwise dull room comes alive with just a single chair.
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Turn yourself into a domestic diva in a pretty, floral print apron and bring out the kitchen goddess in you.
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If you are feeling really adventurous bring a bit of Turkey into your room and still stay on trend
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Colourful patterned cushions, vintage styled glasses or even a stunning Turkish lantern can transform any space and give it a little extra pizazz
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TECH NEWS Our resident techno geek, Nick, keeps us updated on the latest & greatest in the tech world SAMSUNG GALAXY GEAR
The smartwatch is connected to a Galaxy user’s smartphone and shows a user’s updates, like email or texts, on the screen. It also has built-in sensors that can track a user’s physical activity. It can make and receive calls, take pictures and run its own apps, and it has a voice control function that allows users to perform tasks by speaking to the device. R2699. www.samsung.com. Out Now
PANASONIC L65WT600
“4K” resolution allows for ultrahigh definition television and cinema with four times as many pixels as normal high definition. Panasonic reveals its first foray into 4K, a television with a whopping 65-inch screen and a price tag to match. R54 999. www.panasonic.co.za. Out October
WITHINGS PULSE
Yes, another digital trainer, but this addition to the sports-pimp plastic mountain has new tricks up its sleeve. It’s the smallest device – just 8g – that can tell you your heart rate as well your steps, calories burned, how well you’re sleeping. Just do your workout, press your finger to the back and find out whether all that cardio’s paying off. Clipping discreetly to your clothing and Bluetoothing to your phone and the free Withings Health Mate app, it allows you to chart progress and personal bests, with 14 days worth of data accessible via an OLED screen. Price: R1399. www.withings.com. Out now
PIONEER NAVGATE HEAD-UP DISPLAY
This device from Pioneer uses augmented reality to create what looks to the driver like a 30-inch display, sitting about 3 meters in front of the vehicle. Hooking up to a smartphone with the navigation software, the driver can look into a sun visor which then projects traffic, navigation and other information in full color through the windscreen. Never take your eyes off the road again. Price R9999. www.pioneerelectronics.com. Out October 40.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
GADGETS
STARS: Naomi Watts, Naveen Andrews, Douglas Hodge
GRAVITY
Drama | Mystery | Sci-Fi A medical engineer and an astronaut work together to survive after an accident leaves them adrift in space STARS: Sandra Bullock, George Clooney, Ed Harris
MAN OF STEEL
During the last two years of her life, Princess Diana embarks on a final rite of passage: a secret love affair with Pakistani heart surgeon Hasnat Khan.
Action | Adventure
THE HANGOVER III
DIANA
Biography | Drama
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RUSH
STARS: Daniel Brühl, Chris Hemsworth, Olivia Wilde
STEELHEART
Ten years ago, Calamity came. It was a burst in the sky that gave ordinary people extraordinary powers. The awed public started calling them Epics but Epics are no friend of man. With incredible gifts came the desire to rule.
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STARS: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon
Comedy When one of their own is kidnapped by an angry gangster, the Wolf Pack must track down Mr. Chow, who has escaped from prison and is on the run STARS: Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis, Ed Helms
Animation | Adventure | Comedy
Action | Biography | Drama A re-creation of the merciless 1970s rivalry between Formula One rivals James Hunt and Niki Lauda.
A young itinerant worker is forced to confront his secret extraterrestrial heritage when Earth is invaded by members of his race.
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After their cave is destroyed, a caveman family must trek through an unfamiliar fantastical world with the help of an inventive boy. STARS: Nicolas Cage, Ryan Reynolds, Emma Stone
MIRAGE
In October 1943, a U.S. destroyer sailed out of Philadelphia and supposedly vanished, the result of a Navy experiment with electromagnetic radiation. The story was considered a hoax—but now Juan Cabrillo and his Oregon colleagues aren’t so sure.
Held every two years in October, the Johannesburg International Motor Show is a manifestation of the far-reaching influence and strength of the SA Motor Industry. It is the largest automotive event in Southern Africa, and it runs in conjunction with two additional, vitally important shows, The Johannesburg Truck & Bus Show and Auto Shop, which is a showcase for our component and aftermarket industry. The Johannesburg International Motor Show provides its exhibitors with a unique opportunity to communicate their individual brand statements to a visitor profile that includes both industry specialists, as well as the motoring public. At the 2011 show, more than 220 exhibitors were exposed to over 225 000 visitors, as well as massive media coverage of the event, both locally and internationally. About the Johannesburg International Motor Show The biennial Johannesburg International Motor Show is an eleven-day comprehensive automotive exhibition and automotive lifestyle event. The event is the only motor show in Southern Africa to earn the distinguished sanction of OICA, the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles, the Paris-based alliance of automotive manufacturers and trade associations from around the world.
MILEY CYRUS Pop Bangerz
LADY GAGA Pop Applause
PANIC! AT THE DISCO Rock Too Weird To Live, Too Rare To Die
DAVID AND GOLIATH
In David and Goliath, Malcolm Gladwell challenges how we think about obstacles and disadvantages, offering a new interpretation of what it means to be discriminated against, or cope with a disability, or lose a parent, or attend a mediocre school, or suffer from any number of other apparent setbacks. Gladwell begins with the real story of what happened between the giant and the shepherd boy those many years ago. From there, David and Goliath examines Northern Ireland’s Troubles, the minds of cancer researchers and civil rights leaders, murder and the high costs of revenge, and the dynamics of successful and unsuccessful classrooms.
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Inspiring
Istanbul Being so full of history Istanbul has loads to offer so if you’re short on time, decide what it is that you most want to see and do and stick to those because once you get there you suddenly realise that there is so much more. Istanbul is relatively cheap for South Africans, with the exchange rate being 1Turkish Lira= R4.90, so definitely value for money. We stayed at The Lares Park hotel which is conveniently situated close to Taksim square and close to the bus route. I especially loved the little tea room right across the road and we made sure we had tea there every evening, its crammed with stuff you might want to bring home. Don’t make the mistake I did, my frustrated husband had to go shopping in the middle of the night for a new suitcase just for the loads of not necessary things I bought. But, the people are friendly and inviting, extremely helpful and would be happy to show you around their city. Yes, there is much poverty but there is also an air of just being happy and content. I thoroughly enjoyed Istanbul and that visit has made me want to visit Pamukkale, the World heritage site, for their salt deposits, Ankara for its rich heritage and Bodrum for its beaches. This small taste of Turkey was a pleasant surprise and I can’t wait for more.
Sunset Panorama
Straddling two continents, Europe and Asia, and sharing both their cultures, Istanbul is a melting pot of East meets West. One of the oldest cities in the world, Istanbul is a city steeped in history and reminders of an era gone by are just about everywhere. Istanbul has had a tumultuous history since its birth in around 660BC and has served as the capital of four great empires , Roman, Byzantine, Latin and finally it was the seat of the last caliphate of the Ottoman Empire.
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ith its history of being an important stop along the Silk Road, Istanbul has become home over the years to an eclectic population. In 2010 Istanbul was named the European Capital of Culture and it is no wonder why... Just the historical aspect of a visit could be enough to keep you enchanted with the city but there is so much more. With buildings like the HAGIA SOPHIA - once a church during the Byzantine era then a mosque during Ottoman times, now a mu46.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
seum, this beautiful building is not only an architectural marvel but also a great reflection of the two different cultures that once ruled the city. During Ottoman rule the church was converted to a mosque but recent restoration shows perfectly preserved murals and paintings underneath layers of plaster. The building has always been special and is now even more so with ancient history coming alive. But it is the dome of the building that is most spectacular, the size and the way that is was constructed back in the 360BC. Emperor Constantine
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commissioned the building and Justinian was responsible for a renovation in 537BC. In 1935 once Turkey had become a republic under Ataturk, the building was declared a museum.
TOP KAPI PALACE
The Palace of Felicity, a glance into the splendour and excess of a time gone by. 2140 years after the establishment of the city, it was conquered by Sultan Mehmet. This was to mark the beginning of centuries of Ottoman rule from the late 15th to the middle of the 19th century.
Hagia Sophia interior Evening view of the Hagia Sophia
The transformation of an impoverished, nomadic society had begun and Top Kapi was the central point. Top Kapi was home to the Sultans, their wives and their harems until 1853. A tour through the palace will give you an idea of what life must have been like back then but as for me, I was left in awe at the many gifts received by the families over the years, the weapons collection, the porcelain collection, the clock collection, the treasury with its authentic collection of jewellery, and as for the Emerald collection, I have never seen stones that size in my life before. In fact it was just so mind boggling that if one were to calculate the value of all the items in the palace and then realise it was just a portion of the wealth at the time it would make you realise how it was that the Ottoman Empire gained its reputation for ‘excess’. The Islamic history collection is even more awe inspiring. After the conquest of Egypt in the 16th century many Sacred Relics were brought here including the bow and swords of the Prophet Mohammed, his cloak , his seal and an original letter from him. The swords of many important Islamic fighters of the time, including Hamsa can be found here. Be prepared to plan for a few hours and then end up spending an entire day wandering around.
Traditional Turkish Tea
DOLME BAHCE PALACE - This
became the new home of the Sultans after 1853 and is one of the worlds most glamorous palaces. This palace has special meaning for the Turkish people as it is the place where the supreme leader General Ataturk died on the 10th November 1938 at 9:05am. All clocks in the palace are stopped on this time.
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SULTAN AHMET OR BLUE MOSQUE
Built by the Sultan to rival the Hagia Sophia the mosque is nick named The Blue Mosque because of the distinctive, handmade, Iznik tiles used throughout the building. Iznik is a small village outside of Istanbul which had a flourishing ceramic industry during the Ottoman empire. Today Iznik ceramicware is very difficult to come by and is very expensive. There is also the Sulaimanye Mosque and the eerie subterranian Sunken Palace with its 9700sqm underground cavern with 360 illuminated pillars. So, as I was saying the historical aspect of Istanbul is simply breathtaking but what about the shopping, the nightlife, the culture. A visit to a hammam is a MUST, yes the hotels offer perfectly luxurious and clean hammams but a visit to an old, authentic hammam is a different experience altogether. I visited the Cagaloglu Hamami near the Hagia Sophia and boy was this an experience. There’s nothing quite like being pummeled by a maseusse the size of a rugby player to wake you up and keep you alert. It smells musty and old, and the thought of lying naked in front of other women while being thoroughly soaped and sudsed can make you think twice, but a visit to this hammam, which is one of the “1000 things to do before you die” was definitely a memorable experience. My husband on the other hand had a slightly different opinion. Though I must add that modern Turks frown on the idea as something only Turks without baths and tourists would do.
THE GRAND BAZAAR AND THE SPICE MARKET is another ‘other worldly’ experience. Be prepared to
haggle and bargain and get completely stressed. And don’t be surprised when a vendor who was talking you to quite efficiently in English sudThe Whirling Dervishes 48.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
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Evil Eye turkish delight
denly can’t understand you anymore when you offer him a price that he doesn’t like. My hubby was offered a leather jacket for 500TL which he declined and the seller followed us at least a block, by which time the price had dropped to 50TL. So yes, the bazaar is crazy, colourful and chaotic but it is definitely a great experience. Beautiful amber jewellery and Turkish tea cups and leather items can be found to bring home as trinkets or gifts. Both the Grand Bazaar and the Spice Bazaar can be quite expensive so be careful when shopping here. And of course, there are the many Turkish carpet shops...now this was thrilling. We were invited into the inner sanctum of one of these glorious shops where the carpet merchant unrolled
so many carpets for us to look at that to leave without buying any felt a little embarassing. Perhaps, this is the objective. You also get offered a little glass of that Turkish tyrant, Raki. All I can say is, after a few of these you will be saying:
“I can’t remember the question, but the answer is raki” This stuff is potent so
go easy with it, similar to the Greek drink ouzo, it is just as deadly. The merchant will explain the differences between silk and wool carpets, how they’re made by hand and how the value differs depending on how many knots its takes to create a pattern. He will tell you about hand knotted and flat woven types, the entire experience is quite enriching, whether you buy or not. Hand-knotted rugs can take years to complete and if you look at the back of the
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Spice Bazaar
Harem in Topkapi palace
carpet you will find a few imperfections. This is a quick way to determine if the rug was made commercially or not, as commercially made rugs will be smooth and perfect at the back. The difference between them is the price, hand knotted rugs can be extremely expensive. Most of the “touristy places” are on the tram line or you could even take a bus, we did and it was pretty simple to get around. WARNING: if you’re inclined to use the taxis, remember this city has more than 15 million citizens so just imagine the number of vehicles on the road that the driver has to avoid. The taxi drivers are something else, I have never been in a taxi anywhere in the world where the driver is in a hurry to get you to your destination, until I went to Istanbul. These drivers are crazy. 49.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
Other things to buy or try:
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Turkish delights from Haci Bekir, close to the Grand Bazaar. Buy some to bring home but indulge in the kaymakli lokum (turkish delight stuffed with clotted cream. This shop has been here since the 1700’s.
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Turkish coffee from Mehmet Efendi, the oldest and largest coffee company in Turkey.
Sultanahmet Blue Mosque
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Visit the leather district of Zeytinburnu, if you love leather then you just have to visit. Slightly outside of Istanbul, but a scenic drive away by taxi, get a look at the old walls of Constantinople along the way. This area has rows and rows of shops selling stunning leather and fur items from jackets to pants to bags to shoes, at a fraction of the price. Derimod has quite a large selection to choose from.
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Stroll around Taksim Square, and enjoy a ‘hooka’ at one of the many cafes that line the streets. Or try some of the Turkish baklava at the very first shop on the left ( the name evades me ) but this stuff was heavenly. If you’re eating at one of the many restaurants make sure you get a table on the top floor, you get a great view of the square and the open air is a relief from the heat.
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Take a walk around the old city, don’t be surprised if you feel yourself transported to another time and place as old timers sit on the pavements playing back gammon and drinking tea. Kas Carpet Shop
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Most places offer a small glass of refereshing Turkish tea, I accepted everywhere we went as there are so many different flavours. Loved this. Enjoy a ‘doner’ (a Turkish type of schwarma) or a bagel from the vendors pushing their carts. There are many different types of locals, the traditional type clothed from head to foot with their heads covered and then the fashion forward dressed in the latest designer labels. Shopping is a
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treat and the pure cotton items you can buy are stunning yet affordable. Gonul Paksoy is a favourite Turkish designer and her stuff is simply stunning and has quite an authentic feel. Or try Haremlique or Fey. Istanbul has all of the regular shops like Levis, Guess etc and quite a few shopping centres but if you’re looking for something you’re not going to find anywhere else, then visit the native Istanbul stores.
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Take a cruise on the Bosphorous - this way you get a great view of the majesty of the city with all the mansions lining the water including the Dolme Bahce palace. If you have half a day available you should do the full cruise which goes all the way to the Black Sea and has 5 stops along the way.
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See a whirling dervishes recital at Galata Mevlevi temple or Hodjapasha Cultural Centre. These performances are at specific times so you would be wise to book in advance or get your hotel to do it for you. Or even better, buy a ticket to Konya, the burial place of the great poet and Sufi thinker, Rumi and watch the dervishes perform in the hometown of their founder.
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TOP: The Suleymaniye Mosque CENTRE: Hagia Sophia interior LEFT BELOW: Turkish style pub BELOW: Dolmabahce Palace
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IKLA opened in October 2005. The initial idea was to create a refined but contemporary “Istanbullu” Restaurant. Both the menu and the general feel of the restaurant reflect the Turkish-Scandinavian background of Mehmet Gürs, the Chef-Owner who pioneered the contemporary restaurant scene in Istanbul when he moved here in 1996. With its outstanding food, breathtaking view, proper service and inspiring music, Mikla was instantly voted best restaurant in Istanbul and continues to enjoy raving local and international reviews. At the end of an extensive research and dedicated creative process, Mikla launched its visionary ‘New Anatolian Kitchen’ in 2012. In this new approach, traditional and true ‘noble’ products are treated with utmost respect while being transformed with a blend of new and ancient techniques.
Chef Owner, Mehmet Gürs
Ingredients from Istanbul and throughout Turkey are carefully sourced and selected, “mostly humble”, not necessarily fancy, but they are interpreted with the utmost respect. At the core of each search lies an understanding of the land, its traditions, and its people.
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Located on the roof top floor of the fashionable “The Marmara Pera” hotel, “Mikla is
urban, sleek and stylish. The restaurant is funky retro with chrome 70’s and 50’s furniture and a stunning wooden rail-sleepers bar.” The magical views over the city stretch to the Hagia Sophia and the Topkapi Palace where you almost travel back through time to the heart of the Old Istanbul. “For vertiginous value, nowhere tops Mikla. It’s the best restaurant by Mehmet Gürs.” Hours of Operation Mikla is open for dinner and drinks Monday through Saturday. The Kitchen is open between 18:00 - 23:30 The Bar opens at 18:00. Contact Us phone: +90 (212) 293 5656 Address: The Marmara Pera Mesrutiyet Caddesi 15 34430, Beyoglu, Istanbul e-mail: info@miklarestaurant.com
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SWISSOTEL, ISTANBUL A member of the Leading Hotels of the World and listed on the 2011 Conde Nast Traveler Gold List, Swissotel The Bosphorus, Istanbul is a five-star luxury hotel right in the centre of Istanbul on the European banks of the Bosphorus. Nestled within 65 acres of historical gardens of the Dolmabahçe Palace, the last residence of the Ottoman sultans, with world-class shopping and vibrant nightlife nearby, it offers 497 guest rooms and suites, featuring state-of-the-art technology and exclusive amenities. For guests staying in Executive rooms, the Swiss Executive Club lounge provides additional luxury and exclusivity. Ten restaurants and bars leave absolutely nothing to be desired: a sumptuous breakfast buffet offers a wide range of choices to energise your day and a wide range of cuisine, such as Swiss and Japanese specialities, are prepared to pamper your palate. The magnificent panoramic terrace boasts an outdoor fine dining restaurant and a hip bar and lounge with breathtaking views. The gastronomic sensation, Gaja restaurant is situated in the hotel. With the menu presented on an ipad, 360 degree views of the city and astonishingly good food, Gaja is reason itself to visit Swissotel even if you’re not staying there. Chef William Mahi has certainly taken gastronomy to another level. The presentation of each meal makes you want to paint it and not eat it, but everything tastes as stunning as it looks, so forget painting. The award-winning Purovel Spa & Sport offers luxurious holistic spa treatments from all over the world and the outdoor pool is the ideal place to exercise or relax after a long day. Secure hotel parking is also available for your vehicle during your stay. Swissotel The Bosphorus, Istanbul provides you with an exclusive new lifestyle experience thanks to Swissotel Living: 63 elegant suites in a variety of sizes, from studio to one to three-bedroom, offer the ultimate in style and luxury, and allow guests to enjoy the full range of hotel services – which includes an exclusive rooftop pool – within the comfort of their own four walls. Bayildim Cad. No.2 Macka | 34357 Besiktas Istanbul | Turkey Tel: +90 212 326 1100 | Fax: +90 212 326 1122 | istanbul@swissotel.com 54.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
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MAJEKA HOUSE, STELLENBOSCH, SOUTH AFRICA Majeka House is an exclusive boutique hotel situated on the Stellenbosch wine route, a historic wine region beyond Cape Town that continues to gain global recognition for its sophisticated food and wine culture. Owner managed by Lloyd van der Merwe and Karine Dequeker-Van der Merwe and blissfully private, Majeka house is an ideal base from which to explore the historical town of Stellenbosch with its interesting shops, galleries, museums and alfresco cafe culture. Numerous famous vineyards and award-winning restaurants, dotted along the Stellenbosch wine route , are within striking distance. This prime location combines with luxurious accommodation, thoughtful service, a sophisticated bar and restaurant, a professionally run spa and spacious grounds to create one of the most stylish boltholes in the Cape Winelands. Following the redecoration of all the hotel suites last year, designer Etienne Hanekom has now worked his magic on most of the remaining guest rooms. Characterized by eyecatching wallpaper, sexy leather chairs in bold accent colours, warm wood and unpolished granite, the rooms exude dramatic, contemporary style and offer every creature comfort. Majeka House offers quiet luxury amidst graceful gardens and scenic views of the surrounding mountains. The impressive heated indoor or outdoor crystal-clear swimming 56.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
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pools invite relaxation. Enjoy the sauna, steam room, jacuzzi or work out in the gym. Be pampered in the boutique Sanctuary Spa with a Crystal Himalayan Salt Bed, health and beauty treatments. The tranquil garden setting makes Majeka House ideal for business or leisure guests. The award winning Makaron restaurant under the expert guidance of Chef Tanja Kruger adds to the elegant appeal and in the words of owner, Karine, ‘We see Makaron as a restaurant with rooms attached, rather than as a hotel restaurant’, explains Karine. Majeka House has it all, good food, luxurious rooms and excellent location which make it an extremely desirable destination. This summer, enquire about the 3 promotional stay-over packages valid from 1 October 2013 until 31 March 2014. These include: • the ‘SPA, EAT, SLEEP’ – 1 night package • the ‘GOURMAND GOURMET’ – 2 nights package • the ‘BY THE POOL’ package - 7 nights (pay 6) package For room reservations or for further information call Majeka House on (27) (21) 880 1549; email reservations@majekahouse.co.za; or visit www.majekahouse.co.za for the latest seasonal promotions. 58.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
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La Fleurette Non-Alcoholic Brand new Sparkling Blush from J.C. Le Roux Get ready for a brand new take on your favourite pink bubbles with the sensational new J.C. Le Roux La Fleurette Non-Alcoholic. This irresistible sparkling blush has all the taste and alluring style of the original La Fleurette, but in a non-alcoholic alternative for you to indulge yourself a little more. Just in time for summer, this sparkling newcomer with its lively, passion pink hue and sweet, fruity flavours of strawberry, plum and tropical fruit, is set to become a firm favourite with fashionistas with a taste for Le Good Life. Following in the footsteps of its refreshing alter ego, Le Domaine Non-Alcoholic, La Fleurette Non-Alcoholic is another sure winner from The House of J.C. Le Roux.
Made with the same care and dedication as the rest of the J.C. Le Roux range, La Fleurette Non-Alcoholic will add a flirty touch and guaranteed glamour, whether visiting your favourite hotspot or enjoying a fabulous night out with friends. It is available country-wide at around R45.99.
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MAKARON RESTAURANT Majeka House’s restaurant, Makaron, is known for French-inspired cuisine with a modern twist. Like its namesake, the macaroon, the restaurant’s interior is beautiful to behold and is decorated with a mix of locally designed and imported contemporary furniture, reworked antiques. Eye-catching design details include a growing collection of original, handmade tableware by Franschhoek potter, David Walters. Sophisticated and stylish, the intimately scaled Makaron is at the heart of Majeka House. Its revamped terrace is the place to dine this summer or simply to enjoy a glass of wine, handpicked by resident sommelier Josephine Gutentoft who always has an undiscovered local gem up her sleeve.
MAKARON RESTAURANT is about to enter its third season under the inspired direction of head chef Tanja Kruger, who continues to show passion and commitment to ethically sourced, farm-to-table cuisine showcasing the very best produce from the Stellenbosch Winelands region and beyond. Makaron’s new menu highlights the local provenance of star ingredients. Tanja describes the dishes as being simpler, with fewer ingredients on the plate. ‘What we are in fact doing is celebrating what the farmers have taken the time to grow or rear for us,’ she explains. Root vegetables and salad leaves come from a onehectare organic vegetable, herb and fruit farm in Porterville owned by Steve ”The Magic Man” Botha; fresh herbs and edible flowers, of which
Tanja is an ardent fan, are harvested from the gardens at Majeka House; chickens free of antibiotics, growth stimulants or hormones and reared in a humane, environmentally friendly way come from Lazena Free Range Poultry, a family owned business in Gordon’s Bay; pork comes from another family owned business, Sweetwell Farm, located on the R44 just outside Stellenbosch; and pasture reared beef and eggs come from Angus McIntosh’s biodynamic farm at Spier.
For table reservations or for further information call and Makaron Restaurant on (27) (21) 880 1549; email reservations@majekahouse.co.za; or visit www.majekahouse.co.za for the latest seasonal promotions. 60.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
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New additions to the a la carte menu include SASSI (South African Sustainable Seafood Initiative) green-listed hake with miso, roasted sweetcorn puree, onion, carrot butter and the surprise crunch of spekboom; free-range crown roasted chicken with mushrooms and nasturtium puree; pan- seared springbok with celery root and leaf and a chive oil; and grass-fed veal with sweetbreads, cauliflower, thyme and chive. Even the Makaron bread board has been reinvented. Always interesting, it now includes sourdough rolls, Swedish knäckebröd and dainty cheese tuilles served with organic farm butter, goat’s butter and caramelised naartjie butter. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and in the evenings guests may also choose a four-course tasting menu with or without wine pairings chosen by resident sommelier Josephine Gutentoft. In addition, a lighter all-day menu of ‘floating food’, as Tanja describes it, is served in the hotel bar and lounge, poolside in fine weather, or for guests who request private or in-room dining. With only 40 seats, reservations for lunch or dinner at Makaron are strongly advised especially in the summer months.
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The star studded Chefs who Share gala evening, which took place on the 5th September 2013 at the Cape Town City Hall, raised R1 195 000 for youth development. The crème de la crème of the South African social scene was treated for an evening of glamour, culinary artistry and fine art in Cape Town’s stately City Hall for the first ever ‘Chefs who Share – the ART of giving’, an event in aid of youth development. Chefs who Share raised a total of R1 195 000 from ticket sales and an art auction which saw ten art pieces, donated by top South African artists, auctioned off by Cape Town businessman Iain Banner on the night. All proceeds raised by this prestigious event will go to MAD CHARITY (Make a Difference) and Laureus Sport for Good Foundation. Veggie Boxes piled high with fresh ingredients donated by Woolworths destined for soup kitchens to feed underprivileged children, were also sold on the evening at R1000 per box. Chefs who Share hope to make this an ongoing initiative. Well-known television personalities Bonang Matheba and Dr. Michael Mol were the MCs for the night and entertainment was provided by Elvis Blue and Nash Reed. The evening attracted a star studded audience including popular socialites, accomplished business people and sporting heroes such as Morné du Plessis and Francois Pienaar. The real stars of the night, however, were the 14 chefs from the country’s top restaurants who treated guests to an evening of absolute indulgence. Another highlight of the evening was the reveal, for the first time in South Africa, of the new ultra cutting edge S-Class of presenting partner Mercedes-Benz South Africa which was unveiled in the foyer. 62.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
BON VIVANT
Drink responsibly. Alcohol is not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Home of the Snooty Fox Restaurant & Fern Hill Hotel Training College Opened in May 1990, Fern Hill Hotel is one of the few Midlands venues that is still run by its original owners. What started out as a modest venture with only six bedrooms, a bar, restaurant and small conference venue, has developed and evolved over the years to become one of the firm favourites in the Natal Midlands. Today, Fern Hill Hotel has twenty-six rooms including a Presidential Suite. There are four conference venues, two bars, a sports pub, an award winning Ă la carte restaurant, a newly built chapel and a fully accredited and internationally recognised Hotel School. TELEPHONE 033 330 5071 EMAIL functions@fernhillhotel.co.za WEBSITE www.fernhillhotel.co.za/
WINE LESSON NO. Serving Wine
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As the temperature and humidity changes so to do wines, and their chemistry is altered by these factors. Serving wine at the correct temperature will definitely improve the experience. 1. TEMPERATURE| You often hear it said that Red wine should be drunk at room temperature but the truth is in the South African context red wines should be served at around 18 degrees., so the ‘room temperature’ rule makes perfect sense in European countries but not here. 2. DECANT| This allows for the wine to breathe, exposing it to oxygen and allowing the natural aromas to be released. Decanting goes a long way in improving the taste of a wine. This applies only to red wines, whites can be served straight out the bottle. 3. USE THE RIGHT GLASS| Red wine glasses have a bigger mouth than white wine glasses. This is to allow more oxygen in. When serving a ‘good’ red you’ve been nurturing for a while, make sure you use the correct glass, it will make a big difference to your enjoyment. A ‘fat’ glass with a ‘wide’ mouth will give the best results for red wine. 4. Red wine needs to be ‘SWIRLED’ to release its bouquet. With this in mind, leave room in the glass to allow you to do this. Never fill a wine glass to more than two thirds.
TEMPERATURE GUIDE TO SERVING WINE: Type of wine Serve at Sparkling wine Rosé White wine Red wine Port 64.October 2013.deelishlifenstyle.com
4-8˚C (ice bucket temperature) 8-10˚C (straight out the fridge) 8-10˚C (straight out the fridge) 16-18˚C (colder than SA room temperature; about 20 minutes out the fridge 18-20˚C (room temperature)
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EXCITING NEW FLAVOUR PAIRING EXPERIENCES AT CREATION
Creation will soon introduce two unique new additions to our range of wine pairing experiences: the Paradoxical Chocolate Pairing and a pioneering tea and canapé pairing that mirrors the wine and canapé pairing.
WHY PARADOXICAL CHOCOLATE PAIRING?
Chocolate is one of those things that many people think just shouldn’t be paired with wine – and at Creation we thought “challenge accepted”. The premise is that instead of pairing the chocolate itself with wine, the chocolate will serve to elevate the flavours in the wine. Using flavour profiling (the art – and the science – behind analysing the individual components within a complex flavour) Creation has commissioned four specially blended, velvety smooth chocolates to be served with four of our wines. Thus our delicately aromatic Viognier will be served with the Passion, our intensely fragrant Pinot Noir with the Charisma, our fruity, spicy Merlot with the Resonance and our complex Syrah with the Déjà Vu. Want to know where these evocative chocolate names come from? Just ask your Creation wine ambassador!
NON-ALCOHOLIC FLAVOUR PAIRINGS
In the spirit of innovation and inclusivity Creation has partnered with the luxury
TWG Tea brand to develop a tea and canapé pairing that runs parallel to our new wine and food pairing. Using exotic blends of spice and essence and the finest quality teas we have created an ethereal and aromatic taste experience that reflects the complexity of our world famous wine and canapé pairing. Creation has always made an exceptional effort to accommodate everyone – we have a special vegetarian menu as well as a dedicated play area for the kiddies and now we have a pairing experience suitable for the designated drivers, expectant moms and those who abstain for religious reasons.
PRE-ORDER OUR LATEST VINTAGES NOW
More good news is that we’ve just completed the labelling of our latest releases. Wines that have been sold out such as the Creation Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon as well as the brand-new Whale POD Rosé can now be pre-ordered online.
BON VIVANT
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COOK LIKE
A CHEF
a result I am alone at home a lot of the time, but that’s hospitality for you.
HOW DID JJ START CHEFFING? His mom was a brilliant cook and she was definitely his inspiration to start cheffing. When his dad passed away JJ urgently needed to get a job so he applied to SUN INTERNATIONAL and that’s where he did his training.
IF HE WASN’T A CHEF WHAT DO YOU THINK HE WOULD HAVE BECOME? Definitely a farmer, he grew up on a farm in Sasolberg so I think he’d love to go back to farming.
Chef JJ Pretorius
WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE MEAL THAT JJ COOKS?
Umngazi River Bungalows
Cheff JJ Pretorius is one busy man. Being in charge of the kitchen at Umngazi River Bungalows is no easy task. The kitchen serves five meals a day to an average of 135 people. So finding time for Chef JJ to sit down and tell us a bit about himself was a little tricky. What do you do when the chef is too busy to be interviewed? You interview his wife.
Samantha Pretorius has been married
to JJ (John Bayley Pretorius) for seven years; they have worked together since they met working on cruise ships like the Queen Mary 2 amongst others. They have twin girls Emily-Jane and Annabelle-Rose. Chef JJ and Sam have been working at Umngazi since May 2012 and they really enjoy the lifestyle that comes with living and working in such a stunning part of South Africa.
WHAT’S IT LIKE BEING MARRIED TO A CHEF? Being married to a chef is difficult because he works such long hours and as
Oh, that is such a difficult question; he makes so many delicious things. He loves to braai but I have always loved seafood so his prawn pasta is one of my favourites but since we’ve been at Umngazi we have become so spoilt with all the seafood we eat here, that other dishes have become favourites.
HOW DO YOU KEEP YOUR FIGURE WITH ALL THE GREAT FOOD HERE AT UMNGAZI? [Laughing] The food here is so good that all the girls in the office are on diet! It is so
difficult to stop yourself from eating when it’s so delicious and there’s so much to choose from!
IF JJ WAS A SUPERHERO WHO WOULD HE BE? Mr Incredible- Bob Parr from the Incredibles. He is quite similar in looks and is gentle and will go out of his way to help anyone. That said; this kind and gentle man has gone out of his way to help us cook better by sharing some of his favourite recipes with us.
BON VIVANT
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Seafood Pasta INGREDIENTS
• In a pan add 50gr Butter and the garlic, now add your prawn meat and sauté till just done • Add the cleaned prawn tails and the mussels and cook till done, deglaze the pan with the white wine and add the Tomato & Onion mix, now add the béchamel and fish spice simmer till all cooked through add the cream and mixed herbs • In a separate pan melt remainder of butter and sauté pasta till hot
1kg Tagliatelli 600gr Prawn Meat 100gr Mussel Meat 8 Half Shell Mussels 8 Tiger Queen Prawns 100ml Tomato and Onion Mix 50ml White Wine 300ml Béchamel Robertson’s Fish Spice 200ml Sour Cream Handful chopped mixed herbs 50gr Chopped Garlic 100gr Butter
METHOD
• Cook off the pasta till al dente as per package instructions • Cool off, coat with a little Olive Oil and set aside
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Serve pasta in a bowl and top with prawn sauce, arrange two tiger prawns and 2 mussels on top each pasta stack and garnish with a sprig of Italian Flat leaf Parsley.
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Tuna Pate INGREDIENTS
300gr of tuna 2 tablespoon of capers, drained 4 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 teaspoon of anchovy paste 2 teaspoon of minced roasted garlic 300gr cream cheese
METHOD
Combine the tuna, capers, lemon juice, anchovy paste, garlic, and cream cheese in the bowl of a food processor or blender and puree until smooth
INGREDIENTS
1 (375g) packet ready rolled shortcrust pastry sheets 750g thinly sliced tinned apples 1 lemon, juiced 110g light brown soft sugar 100g caster sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 3 tablespoons plain flour 50g unsalted butter, chilled and diced 9 toffees, unwrapped and quartered or 3 tablespoons hot fudge sauce 1 tablespoon caster sugar
METHOD
Prep: 30 mins | Cook: 40 mins
• In a large bowl, combine apples, lemon juice, sugars, spices, flour, butter and toffees. Stir to coat fruit evenly. • Line a pie tin with one of the pastry sheets –make sure rolled thin and pressed thin into edge of 24cm spring-form tin. Spoon filling into tin and cover with second pastry sheet (whole or lattice).Crimp the edges. Place the pie on a baking tray. Poke fork holes over top. Sprinkle lightly with caster sugar and egg wash. • Bake at 180 C for 40 minutes. If you notice overbrowning after 30 minutes, reduce heat to 170 C. Serve warm or at room temperature with Vanilla Ice Cream
Warm Toffee Apple Pie BON VIVANT
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TWO lucky people will WIN a hamper of this trio of Whalepod Wines QUESTION Name the best place in S.A to go whale spotting
HINT It’s the same place where you can find Creation Wines
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COMPETITION
TANJA KRUGER
HEAD CHEF, MAJEKA HOUSE, STELLENBOSCH, SOUTH AFRICA
Her kitchen is an industrious hub throughout the year, with almost everything that can be homemade produced on site by her small, dedicated team. Preserves, jams, chutneys and cured meats are all made on site. Tanja is particularly proud of Makaron’s resident baker, who produces pastries, breads, cakes, desserts and petite fours, including the prettiest, daintiest macaroons. TANJA KRUGER has been
the head chef at Majeka House since November 2011. Tanja’s true passion lies in ethically sourced, farm-totable cuisine showcasing the very best produce from the Stellenbosch region and beyond. Over the years she has evolved her own style, influenced by her reverence for fresh, seasonal produce sourced as close to ‘home’ as possible. Says Tanja:
‘I know where 95 percent of the ingredients used in my kitchen originate from, which feels likes like no small achievement. I will not accept anything but the best for the restaurant and go out of my way to find it. I am constantly on the hunt for new producers and suppliers.’ She delights in farmers knocking on her kitchen door with organic or unusual offerings of superior provenance for her to try.
When she was originally interviewed for the position of head chef, Tanja says she could hardly believe her luck when the well-travelled owners mentioned that they would like to see sweetbreads on the menu. ‘It’s
a pleasure working for owners who have a deep appreciation and respect for gourmet ingredients,’ says Tanja.
Since joining Majeka House, Tanja has benefited from regular exposure to cuttingedge food trends in Europe and has had the privilege of dining in a number of Michelin-starred restaurants, all thanks to regular working trips to the northern hemisphere during the South African winter months. In 2012 she spent time at Michelin-starred L’Arpege restaurant in Paris. ‘Working under chef Alain Passard at L’Arpege was a revelation,’ says Tanja. ‘His menu changes daily, depending on what is sourced at the market that morning.’
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In 2013, she spent time in the kitchens of Restaurant Frantzen in Sweden, under Bjorn Frantzen; Geranium in Denmark, under Rasmus Koefoed; and Pierre Gagnaire in Paris, under the mentorship of the revered chef himself. Inspired once again by the incredible attention to detail she witnessed in restaurants, bistros and gastropubs across Europe, back in her own kitchen she is enjoying experimenting and playing with techniques such as burning, brining, pickling, juicing and jellies in a quest to intensify flavours. Prior to joining Majeka House, Tanja enjoyed a long and successful career as head chef of the five-star Hunter’s Country House in Plettenberg Bay on the Garden Route. The Relais & Chateaux property has since closed. While working at Hunter’s, Tanja won the Chaine de Rotisseurs Young Chef of the Year 2008. She has been a member of the South African Culinary Olympic team since 2009, and has competed at the IKA Culinary Olympics in Germany and Culinary World Cup in Luxembourg. As a graduate of the Institute of Culinary Arts (ICA) in Stellenbosch, returning to the town is a dream fulfilled for this dedicated chef.
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WINTER VEGETABLES, ROCKET, GRANOLA, LABNEH INGREDIENTS
500g Plain yoghurt 5g Fine sea salt 500g Baby root vegetables 1kg Course salt 1 Egg white, whipped to stiff peaks 100g Rocket 100ml Cream 50g Cornflakes 50g Rice crispies 50g Pine kernels 50g Sunflowers seeds 100ml Honey 50g Butter
For the granola 1. Pre heat your oven to 200C 2. Mix the cornflakes, rice crispies, pine kernels and sunflower seeds together 3. Melt the butter and the honey together and pour over the dry mixture 4. Place the granola on a baking tray and place in the oven for about 5 min until golden brown 5. Leave to cool
METHOD
For the Labneh 1. Mix the yoghurt and the fine sea salt together, place it in a cheese cloth and leave to hang for 48 hours until it looks like soft cottage cheese For the salt baked vegetables 1. Pre heat your oven to 190C 2. Wash and trim the vegetables, but do not peel 3. Mix the whipped egg white with the salt 4. In a baking tray, spread a thin layer of the salt mixture at the bottom of the tray and place the vegetables on top of the salt. Cover the vegetable with the remaining salt mixture and bake for 45 min or until the vegetables are tender (the salt will form a hard crust) 5. Remove the vegetables from the salt crust, brush off any access salt and keep warm before plating For the rocket espuma 1. Blanche the rocket in a pot of boiling for 10 seconds and cool down immediately in ice water 2. Remove the rocket from the ice water , squeezing out all the excess water and place in a blender 3. Heat the cream and add to the blender with the rocket 4. Blend the cream mixture for 1-2min and strain through a sieve 5. Season to taste and place in s siphon (cream gun) and charge with 2x CO2 charges
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For the plating 1. Place the vegetables in a bowl 2. Put the Labneh in a piping bag and pipe small amounts of the Labneh randomly around the vegetables 3. Sprinkle with the granola 4. Add two or three dollops of the rocket espuma 5. Garnish with a few beetroot leaves and sliced raw candy striped beetroot
YOGHURT SEMIFREDDO, GUAVA, SESAME SPONGE INGREDIENTS
70g Egg white 125g Icing Sugar 5 Sheets gelatine 500g Yoghurt 135g Whipped cream 80g Black sesame paste 3 Eggs 80g Sugar 1g Salt 20g Cake flour 200g Sugar 200ml Water 1 Vanilla pod 8 Guavas, peeled and cut in half
METHOD
For the yoghurt semifreddo 1. Whip the egg whites and the sugar together to soft peaks 2. Sponge the gelatine sheets in cold water 3. Heat the yoghurt slightly and melt the gelatine in the yoghurt 4. Leave the yoghurt to cool slightly to room temperature and fold in the egg whites and the whipped cream 5. Pipe in half sphere mould and leave in the freezer to freeze completely 6. When frozen, remove the yoghurt from the mould, place two together to form a sphere and set aside in the fridge to defrost slightly before serving For the sesame sponge 1. Combine the sesame paste, eggs, sugar, salt and cake flour and pass through a fine sieve 2. Place the sesame mixture in a siphon and charge with 2x CO2 cartages 3. Siphon the sesame mixture into a plastic cup with 4 holes pricked in the bottom and microwave on high for 40seconds to 1min. 4. Leave the sponge to cool down upside down for a minute or two before removing the sponge from the cup and breaking it into smaller pieces
For serving 1. Place some of the guava puree across the plate and drag a spoon through it 2. Place 5 of the yoghurt spheres on the puree 3. Arrange some of the guava slices and the sesame sponge in between the yoghurt spheres and garnish with some sugar shards.
BON VIVANT
For the guava 1. Heat the sugar, water and vanilla pod together in a sauce pan to make a simple syrup 2. Place the guavas into vac pack bags, add a small amount of the syrup and vacuum to full pressure 3. Sous vide the guavas at 85C for 15 min or until tender, but still firm and leave to cool 4. Remove the seeds from the guavas, slice half into 1cm slices and blend the other half with a little of the syrup to make a puree
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NETTLE ROYALE, THYME BISCUITS, OSTRICH TARTARE AND PICKLED EGG YOLK
INGREDIENTS
85g Almond flour 250g Cake flour 125g Butter, diced 1 Egg Course sea salt 10g Thyme, picked from the stem 300g Stinging Nettle 125ml Cream 1 Egg 3 Egg yolks 200g Ostrich fillet, finely chopped (by hand not with a food processor) 5ml Dijon mustard 2.5ml Whole grain mustard Salt and pepper to taste 100ml White wine vinegar 100ml Cold water 4 Quail eggs, yolks only
METHOD
For the thyme biscuits 1. Pre heat the oven to 180C 2. Place the almond flour and the cake flour in a food processor and add the butter 3. Blend the mixture until it resembles bread crumbs 4. Add the thyme and the
egg and blend until it forms a ball and stop immediately 5. Knead the dough together lightly with your fingers, wrap in cling film and leave to rest for 30min 6. Roll the dough on a floured surface to 2mm thickness, cut out small rounds with a cookie cutter, sprinkle with course sea salt and bake for 10-12min For the nettle royale 1. Blanche and refresh the stinging nettle (this takes away the sting) 2. Pick the leaves off the stems and place in a blender 3. Heat the cream, add to the nettle and blend to a smooth puree, season to taste 4. Add the egg and the egg yolks and strain through a fine sieve 5. Place the royale mixture into buttered moulds and steam for 3-5min until just set and leave to cool 6. Cut the royale with a
round cookie cutter, slightly smaller than the thyme biscuits and set aside for serving For the tartare 1. Mix the chopped ostrich with the mustards and season to taste, set aside for serving For the pickled quail egg 1. Mix the vinegar and the water together 2. Drop the quail egg yolks in the vinegar mixture and leave to pickle for 1-2hours 3. Remove from the pickle just before serving For serving 1. Sandwich the nettle royale between two of the thyme biscuits and place in the centre of the plate 2. Quenelle the ostrich tartare and put it to the side of the nettle sandwich 3. Place the pickled egg yolk on top of the sandwich and garnish with baby salad leaves and a mustard dressing
“Salts are exceptionally important nutrients for human beings and are most closely connected with our thinking”- Rudolf Steiner SOME USES OF HIMALAYAN CRYSTAL SALT Bath Salt: Bathing in water in which Pink Halite is
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dissolved is a wonderful, detoxifying, cleansing and therapeutic experience which helps to clear and replenish your energy, providing a full etheric cleansing. Culinary: Grind or sprinkle this gentle, yet strong, well balanced salt onto food to enhance the flavour profile. Salt Licks: A block of the salt on a rope provides animals with convenient access to the minerals they require. Salt Bricks & Slabs: Compacted salt crystal slices are used to make a feature wall or to cook or serve food on. Salt Soap: Use a smooth block of this salt as a natural antibacterial underarm and gentle exfoliation bar. Solé Solution: Dissolve the salt in drinking water to release the potency of the salt crystals, making a wonderful cleansing and balancing tonic.