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Contents UPFRONT 2 EDITOR’S NOTE 3 HELLO PRETORIA ONLINE 4 COVID-19

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Our Top 3 Arts & Culture experiences

29 WHEN IN JOBURG

AtholPlace Restaurant: Contemporary-

classic glamour meets properly polished service

30 TRAVEL

Top 5s

6 COVER FEATURE Not letting a good crisis go to waste

Africamps Boutique Camping: – Glamp all the way through South Africa

Campagne Living Venue: – A venue that transports you to the countryside

32 CONFERENCING & EVENTS

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Shopping habits:s – How COVID-19 has changed them

15 B EAUTY AND WELLNESS

Beauty Bootcamp with Melissa Swart

PRETORIA GUIDE 8 LIFESTYLE

The HOTlist – Lifestyle news hot off the press

Neighbourhoods – Shere

11 HELLO JUNIOR

Wacky Boxes for wise ones

Self-care for your hair with GHD and System Professional

17 DINING OUT

Chef of the month: Ivan Richards

Recipe: Mushroom, Biltong and Potato Chowder Hotspots: Dusk Lounge and Restaurant

22 LEISURE ACTIVITIES

Nehema Manor and Surrounds

12 SPORTS

25 N IGHTLIFE

13 SHOPPING

Jumping Fitness Lockdown survival kit

Winter Wines for beside the fireplace Drinks for days: Where to cuddle up for drinks post-lockdown

27 ARTS & CULTURE

Clay Cafe – #1 on our post-lockdown bucket list

On the cover The Coronavirus has had an impact on all of us, whether it’s physical or emotional. Our cover this month is dedicated to every person who has been working around the clock to look after the ill and to find a cure.

33 HOME AND DÉCOR

Caring for your bonsai – The beginners’ guide

Creating a pet-safe home

35 INFORMATION DIRECTORY 36 MAPS 38 BACKCHAT 7 Minutes with – Dr. Juanri Jonck

Cover image: Zastolskiy Victor

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foreword

What is the biggest

lesson that lockdown has taught you thus far?

Hello, Pretoria!

It’s been a tough month. Tougher than most. A friend posted on Instagram the other day: “2020. Seriously?” That’s how I often feel at the end of the day when all that’s left of me is enough energy to jump into bed.

But, after this month I have also realised a couple of things: 1. The normal we knew before COVID-19 was too busy, too fast, too full of things that did not really matter and way too serious (probably because there was no time for having fun).

2. We think we spent quality time with our families until we were really forced to spend quality quality time with our loved ones.

3. People still need neighbours, even if it’s just to put a freshly baked milktart on the wall for them to enjoy amidst the chaos that Coronavirus has caused.

4. Schools do more for our children than we realise, and teachers have more patience than any of us! Keeping toddlers busy for the whole day is no walk in the park and staying sane while doing it is a skill not many people have.

5. Working from home doesn’t necessarily mean you have more time on your hands.

6. Routine is key.

7. Although Coronavirus is really something I wouldn’t wish on anyone, it did come with a few worthy life lessons that we need to realise and remember.

8. Your home is where you need to feel safe, welcome and wanted.

9. It is possible to live with less.

10. Wine makes everything better.

May the month of May come with pockets full of antibodies and hands full of health. May you meet angels in your personal quest of dodging or fighting the virus. May you be an angel for someone who needs one.

It has become a cliché, but it’s still so true: We’re all in this together.

Hang in there. We’ll win this thing together.

Explore Pretoria with me this month @suitcaseandchardonnay

Renate.

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A cosy home, Netflix and delicious food.

To use this time to rest, reset and prioritise my purpose. We will never get an opportunity like this again. The world has literally stopped.

Lockdown has taught me the true power of the mind, how important sticking to a routine is and to try and focus on what I can control - If I can do that, I will emerge a better version of myself.

That I'm actually happy with much less than I thought I'd be happy with.

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We ought to take care of each other.

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Gather your blankets and bring some wine. We’ve got some interesting reads online.

BALANCING MOTHERHOOD AND FAMILY TIME During the COVID-19 lockdown, female entrepreneur, baking extraordinaire and mother of four, Grace Stevens shared her top 15 on how to enjoy your time at home.

This might have been shared in the light of lockdown but could also be implemented in your day-to-day life post-lockdown. Read more on how she manages to keep her superwoman status on www.hellopretoria.co.za.

QUARANTINIS

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Stuck at home and going stir crazy?

The term quarantini is defined as a drink easily made with just a few ingredients that can be sipped on while stuck at home. Hopefully you can find some of the ingredients in your fridge or pantry. Check out the recipes for some exciting quarantinis on our website – from a Homegrown SAgroni and a Ginger Brave to an oldfashioned Don Papa and a Graceful Mimosa.

CORONAFIGHTER WEB APP Feeling safe in an uncertain time like this is priority for many and finding correct and trustworthy information is crucial. CoronaFighter is a webenabled app which allows you to track your symptoms through a simplified, automated self-monitoring process.

Over 35 hard-working and passionate doctors, software engineers, creatives and marketers have created this platform in one week. Read more about its features online.

#SABIGGESTWORKOUT Powered by Vitality, JEFF Together – a free, daily, live workout group started

by Johno’s eFitness Faculty – has created an online community that has laughed, chatted, sweated and moved together, making the most of an incredibly unusual situation that is the Corona pandemic. On Family Day, 13 April, they also hosted South Africa’s biggest workout live on their Facebook group. Read more online.

Due to the immense impact that the Coronavirus has brought upon the economy of South Africa and the world, many people and businesses are suffering, including the craft and design sector. We are 100% behind the Craft and Design Institute (CDI) – a non-profit organisation developing creative people, small businesses and the South African craft and design sector at large - in encouraging South Africans to support small businesses.

It’s been made very easy for you to do so via the digital trade platform, Peek (www.peek.co.za).

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Covid-19

Covid-19 Top 5s Our favourite positives to take out of the pandemic

It’s been a cruel few weeks with Corona going ’round. The virus has taken lives and it’s not so far from home anymore. It took from us the things we love. Hugs. Kisses. Touch. Sometimes even eye contact.

It took from many of us the opportunities to share special moments with loved ones. Easter was silent. But…

Virtual Wine Tastings via #SAWineLockdown: 1. Kobus Deetlefs from Deetlefs Wine Estate has been sharing videos with tasting notes and interesting facts on some of their wines and cultivars like Semillon and the story behind the Estate De Hageveld red wine.

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Spier Wine Farm has taken to Instagram stories with the perfect food and wine pairing options for you to enjoy.

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Avondale Wine’s Johnathan Grieve has been hosting a Luna Taste Test where you get to experience the four lunar days and record the differences amongst them yourself.

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La Motte has been sharing videos with tasting notes and tips too.

They make suggestions on which of their wines to enjoy with lamb and which to enjoy with a simple post-Easter meal like Macaroni and Cheese.

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Diemersdal has also been sharing an array of fun facts and tasting notes about their wines on social media under the hashtag #SAWineLockdown. Things you might not have known when enjoying that bottle of wine, like the fact that the Private Collection was the first wine made on Diemersdal and that they freeze the juice of the Winter Ferment Sauvignon Blanc until the first week in winter.

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Virtual Game Drives: 1. Tintswalo Safari Lodge’s general manager, Alistair Leuner and his head ranger have decided to be the eyes and ears in their reserve for those outside while everyone is stuck at home. Their On the Beat game drives in the Manyeleti Game Reserve have been uploaded onto all their social media channels for guests and followers to enjoy.

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Shamwari Private Game Reserve has also been posting regular safari and wildlife videos online. Head ranger, Andrew Kearney educates, entertains and enlightens followers with his series of wildlife Youtube videos.

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The Kruger National Park films two Wild Earth game drives per day and the rangers have discovered a hyena with three- to four-day-old pups which they check on with each drive. Fans and followers can join in on their drives virtually between 15:30 and 18:30 and in the morning from 05:30 to 08:30.

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Sabi Sabi has introduced a series called EleFun Escapes in the Wild – an offering of educational vidoes that allow you to learn about the fauna and flora of the African bush.

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Last, but not least, andBeyond and wildlife broadcaster, WildEarth are streaming personalised game drives two times a day. Each game drive lasts about three hours and you can engage with the safari guide as if you’re really on the drive. The drives are broadcasted from andBeyond Ngala Private Game Reserve and Djuma Private Game Reserve.

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ith all the challenges and tribulations that Coronavirus has brough along, we must take a moment to appreciate the innovation, creativity and humour it has sparked worldwide, but also in our own community. Here are our top 5s:

Covid-19

Quarantine Challenges: 1. #CouplesChallenge: Test your knowledge about each other with this fun (and funny) challenge. Close your eyes and answer a series of questions about your relationship like “who is the funny one,” “who’s the better cook,” “who takes longer to get ready in the morning” and more.

2. #QuarantinePillowChallenge: One of the easiest and funniest challenges on the internet must be the #QuarantinePillowChallenge. The challenge is simple: Strap a pillow around your naked body as if it’s a dress and look your best!

3. #Toiletpaperchallenge: If you were one of the panic buyers who stockpiled on toilet paper, this challenge might tickle your fancy!

Started by professional soccer players, it challenges you to kick off the toilet paper as if it were a soccer ball.

4. #FedererChallenge: Roger Federer took to social media with a volley challenge for friends, fans and celebrities alike. Tennis fans across the globe are now trying to match his skill (which is nearly impossible as we all very well know)! You’ll find more posts with the hashtag #tennisathome.

5. #Museumchallenge: The internet went wild with people mimicking or recreating famous artworks with household items – some really clever, some quite impressive and others a little disturbing. You’ll find similar posts under the hashtag, #tussenkunstenquarantaine started by The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.

Virtual Art: 1. The Norval Foundation has committed to providing inspiration beyond the isolation by offering #60SecondArt digital stories via Youtube, Instagram and Facebook, as well as virtual 360 degree walkabout tours that give art lovers access to the museum and bitsize knowledge clips on specific artists, paintings or sculptures.

2. Following the hashtag, #MuseumFromHome on Instagram will open up a whole new world of art for you, featuring various different artists and their works from museums and art institutions around the world.

3. Google Arts and Culture is also a fun way to experience art from home. On www.artsandculture.google.com you can walk around five iconic Parisian rooftops, transform your photos into artwork and move and zoom around Tamara de Lempicka. You can also download the Google Arts and Culture App, which allows you to explore various museums virtually and play with Art Transfer, Pocket Galleries, Art Selfie and more.

4. The National Arts Festival has taken the decision to go completely virtual for the full eleven days this year. This will be the first ever virtual National Arts Festival. You can find out more on their website: www.nationalartsfestival.co.za.

5. Global art is being brought to everyone by going virtual. The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam allows you to view Van Gogh’s paintings in great detail, including discovering what information has been concealed in and under the paint.

One thing is for sure: There’s no lack of creativity on the internet, lockdown or no lockdown. You just have to find it!

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Covid Not letting a good crisis go to waste

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e’ve noticed how people have taken this challenge and turned it into an opportunity not to let a good crisis go to waste.

Many small businesses, larger companies and brands have realised that lockdown was not the time to try to make money. It was rather a time to show their clients and followers their true values and to create brand awareness.

Health and Fitness JEFF Together, powered by Vitality was one initiative that we thought really brought the message loud and clear. TOGETHER. They hosted online training sessions on Facebook at 8AM and 3PM every day, offering personal training from their homes with the trainers’ kids running around in the room, making jokes and jumps in front of the camera, bringing their dolls to exercise with them and portraying what we’ve all been experiencing – working from home with kids is a challenge, but we can do it. This made us (and probably the whole country) feel that we were in it together, which made lockdown a little more bearable.

South African Wines With all sales of alcohol having been placed on hold for the largest part of lockdown, South African wineries joined each other digitally

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with #SAWineLockdown on social media platforms, motivating South Africans to take part in the conversation and share their favourite South African wines. It was divided into different topics, allowing South Africa to share their favourite Sauvignon Blancs, Chardonnays, Chenins, Pinot Noirs, white blends, wine tasting 101 tips and dessert wines under the hashtag. It was amazing to see how this not only brought wonderful engagement for many of the South African wine farms, but also how it brought humour and fun into the conversation, allowing wine lovers from all over to connect digitally and share a mutual passion.

Dining Out Restaurants and takeaway outlets were closed for most of lockdown and they too had to improvise to stay top of mind. Chefs started to share secret recipes with their fans. Chef Chantel Dartnall from Restaurant Mosaic at the Orient shared the secret to her Velvety Cauliflower Soup, how to bake the perfect ciabatta, how to make poached pears and more.

Chefs around the world also took part on @mymuybuenochefs – an IGTV takeover bringing chefs around the globe together via the platform to inspire people worldwide. Each chef shared a recipe on the platform to boost morale, keep people uplifted and cooking and also to fly the flag for each chef and his or her restaurant in this trying time. McDonalds’ CEO challenged McD’s fans to try and make a Big Mac burger at home with the hashtag, #McDsAtHomeChallenge. In addition to that, they created #StayHomeRewards which you could redeem on the McDonalds App, allowing you to unlock a novel to keep you company during your lockdown downtime.

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The Coronavirus, aka COVID-19 has selfishly come into our lives, taken many lives across the globe including a couple in South Africa, frightened us, brought us to our knees, taken us from our loved ones and put our economy under the dreaded term, junk status. But, it has also inspired new ways of thinking, innovation and ways to be together digitally.

d-19 Entertainment Shaaista Khan Osman, CEO at Blu Blood says that the entertainment industry has probably been hit the hardest by the Corona pandemic.

“As the first industry to be shut down and with rolling lockdowns happening globally, we at Blu Blood along with all amazing international and local artists are looking to sustainable means of entertainment through technology,” says Osman.

Artists globally had to make plans to postpone their concerts or to go live online. Music is one thing that always helps pull people through hard times like this pandemic and however hard it must have been for musicians, they kept making music. Andrea Bocelli hosted a live online performance on Youtube on 12 April – a chilling performance in Milan, Italy that doubled up as a concert suited for Easter, but also a concert with a message of hope in a difficult time. In this publication alone we make mention of three artists who have had to change things up a bit: Rubber Duc who released a single that was recorded in their home and Leon Gropp and Joshua na die Reën who quickly recorded a 3-song concert five hours before lockdown to inspire people and bring hope. Leon Gropp also later hosted another online show through a platform called Raindust – the first show ever on this platform. This goes to show that even amidst hardships, if you put your mind to it, you can move mountains. All you have to do is to think out of the box.

Arts and Culture The National Arts Festival has taken the great leap of going completely virtual this year. There are numerous questions about how this is going to be possible, but they are clearly taking the bull by its horns and learning as they go along. They have compiled a list of the most popular and most important questions about this new way of

hosting the festival on their website (www.nationalartsfestival.co.za), answering questions about how artists will know that their content won’t be recorded, whether you would still need to buy tickets to view performances, why the festival was not rather just postponed to later in the year and more.

Singer and song-writer Karen Zoid used the lockdown to help her friends sell their art via her Instagram page. On 13 April she invited her fans to join her for a big SA Art Auction on her page with incredible art from various artists.

Shopping Many shops had to close their doors for most part of the lockdown, which meant no income. Although this was tough on most brands and shops, it was also a great opportunity for them to up their game online, building brand awareness and staying top of mind. Even though deliveries for online stores could only be made after lockdown, some stores still promoted items for online sales with deliveries to be made once the lockdown has been lifted. Poetry Stores, for one, used the time to promote their beautiful new winter range and also their pretty journals, motivating their followers to jot down their feelings to release tension in this trying time.

Cotton On invited their followers on Instagram to join them for an Instagram dance party – coming together and dancing apart.

It’s been tough. It still is. But the way in which South Africans are standing up to the test, making the best of a terrible situation, is heart-warming and makes us proud to be living in this country.

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Lifestyle news hot off the press

A MILLION LITTLE PIECES

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A Million Little Pieces, a film produced from the 2003 top-seller by James Frey is now available on DSTV Box Office and is sure to leave you with lots of things to think about. The film creates a realistic picture of how a 23-year-old rescues himself from self-destruction during his time in a rehabilitation centre in Minnesota. Although the movie doesn’t hold back on the realities of addiction, it also celebrates love, friendship and hope.

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Lisa Goosen, CEO of Tintswalo Safari Lodge says nature continues undisturbed like it has been since the beginning of time during lockdown. It might be challenging for humans, but nature is thriving.

Tintswalo has launched free virual safaris for people to escape the challenge of being locked down. “We invite you to enjoy the freedom to escape for a while, focus on positivity and take delight in the wonders of the African bush as inspiration for planning your next Tintswalo safari’, says Goosen. Tintswalo’s ‘On the beat’ virtual safaris include video footage of actual sightings and content is uploaded onto their social media platforms daily.

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#LETSBUILDTOGETHER

The LEGO® Group – an organisation who truly understands the value of learning through play – has launched a #LetsBuildTogether campaign with the aim of inspiring people under lockdown to entertain and teach themselves new skills to lift the spirits while feeling stuck at home. The project provides entertainment and learning content, including daily build challenges and fun LEGO® lessons which help LEGO® fans and families stay creative, curious and connected.

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lifestyle

THE HOT LIST

TINTSWALO GOES DIGITAL WITH VIRTUAL SAFARIS

You can be one of the first to get your hands on Lou Harvey’s latest design range, available exclusively online! The new collection of designs includes a modern, multi-striped option as well as a classic vintage floral design in pastel pink, aqua and donkey. There’s also the choice of bright, floral designs like the JoJo Pink, the intertwined Floral Trellis and for the wild at heart, the Leopard Rosa. Lou’s entire collection is available in these new designs, from laptop bags and wine coolers to backpacks and kiddies’ aprons.

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NEW LOU HARVEY DESIGNS

LOCKDOWN FINANCE

COVID-19 MUSIC RELIEF

In these trying times we need to be clever with our money. Tom Brennan, founder of an investment and savings app called Franc has a few suggestions on how to survive lockdown financially:

Spotify has launched a project called COVID-19 Music Relief, supporting the global music community in the unprecedented crisis that the Coronavirus has brought about. Numerous musicians have been left with their hands in their hair as events and concerts have been cancelled worldwide and these creative professionals need all the help they can get. The Spotify COVID-19 Music Relief project has been created to amplify the efforts of organisations that focus on helping those most in need. Spotify is making a donation to these organisations and will also be matching donations made via their landing page dollar for dollar right up to a collective amount of $10 million. C’mon HP! We all need our music, especially during lockdown!

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Know your limits. Check all your account balances and their interest rates so that when you need to use a credit card, you start by using the one with the lowest interest rate.

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Don’t overspend. There’s no need to clean out the local supermarket. Have a look at the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention’s recommendations and think about what you would need to have on hand.

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Embrace the gig economy. Try see how you can make an income from your mobile phone or laptop. Platforms like M4Jam, Upwork, Fiverr, Behance, Taskrabbit, Freelancer and Gigster can enable you to make money from home.

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Upskill yourself. Learn more about investing and saving through platforms like Coursera, Udemy and Khan Academy.

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here appears to be a developing area in Pretoria with numerous things to discover and explore.

It is home to many a guesthouse and function venue, smaller, open shopping centres, estates and really good schools for the Pretoria East community.

WHERE TO DINE

La Coco C Food Purveyors Located at the open-air In Shere Lifestyle Centre, this juice bar and local eatery will have you in awe with menu items that are as good for the body as for the taste buds (and the eye).

They serve all kinds of healthy meals and their freshly pressed juices might be just what you need to keep mind and body healthy postlockdown.

1 www.foodpurveyors.co.za Swartskaap Bistro Except for its lovely rooms and intimate hiding spots, Sherewood Lodge also has a restaurant called Swartskaap Bistro with some of the best homemade pies we’ve ever had! Check

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out their Blackboard Menu – something you must try (and something you must book for in advance).

1 www.sherewoodlodge.co.za Toula’s If you’re looking for some proper Greek cuisine, Toula’s is the place. Also located at the In Shere Lifestyle Centre, they offer various Greek dishes that will leave you craving for more. From prawns and Santorini Sole to Greek Lamb Ribs and Fish Platters.

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Wedged between the Bronberg and Magaliesberg Mountains, Shere is a residential area in Pretoria that has been luring Pretorians with restaurants, venues and more.

FUN SHOPS

Santa’s Warehouse Yup, in Shere it’s always Christmas with Santa’s Warehouse that’s open all year round!

It provides both individual and corporate customers with a wide variety of Christmas products – from decorations to stocking fillers.

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Doodle Shack This small, self-catering venue has an industrial feel and farm-like atmosphere and is ideal for any small conference or event. Owned by local artist, Tania Swarts, they offer group art workshops and prophetic art sessions for up to twenty people.

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Patches Car Boot Sale Now this is one you can’t miss! Visit the Patches Car Boot Sale, a unique market with vintage items, gifts and more. You’ll also be able to indulge in some yummy treats, including breakfast burgers, spicy samosas, pancakes and poptarts and their coffeeshop also sells the most decadent desserts. But, the main drawcard is the double decker bus that is filled with antiques from the 1800s and early 1900s to browse through and buy.

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The Promenade Events Venue Perfect for corporate conferences, training, events, exhibitions, product launches, parties and workshops, the Promenade Events Venue boasts lovely gardens and cosy boardrooms for you to connect with colleagues, clients and friends. It’s just around the corner from the Hazeldean Shopping Centre and boasts lush gardens and even a quaint chapel.

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Platteland Man If you’re one of those people who never knows what to buy for a man’s birthday (except a bottle of wine), Platteland Man might just be your answer! The great thing about them is that they also have an online shop, so you don’t even have to drive to their shop to buy a gift. But, visiting the shop is also part of the experience, so pop in when you get a chance.

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COOL VENUES

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Shere An area to discover and explore

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Catha’s corner

Wacky box for wise ones

Keeping kids busy has always been a challenge. Then lockdown happened and somehow, we’re all in a panic, because keeping them busy the whole day for at least three weeks poses as the biggest challenge and probably the most tiring part of lockdown.

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wners Nicolene and Peet Steyn and Melissa Archer have sure got something special for kids! After Nicolene moved to Heidelberg, she noticed the lack of stimulation classes for moms and toddlers, which led her to fill the gap with her own stimulation classes called Woelwaters. Nicolene is also a qualified Duola and a BabyGym instructor and together with other key role players (including the local baby clinic nurse) she started a Baby Centre which guided moms in prenatal to postnatal classes, as well as stimulation classes for kiddies up to three years of age. When Nicolene’s family moved back to Johannesburg, she was inundated with messages from old clients asking for advice and tips for activities and eventually this ended up in her husband suggesting that she puts boxes together with everything a mom might need, including instructions. On 1 May 2016 she launched Wacky Box, the 2nd of May she had her first order and by 30 May 2016 she had couriered 60 boxes countrywide!

The boxes are thought out carefully with Nicolene using her knowledge of brain stimulation and research to ensure that kids get the best stimulation possible. She also tests the boxes’ activities on her own kids, nieces, nephews and friends’ kids and because the boxes are used by babies and toddlers, Wacky Box has a very strict hygiene protocol.

Staff packing and handling the boxes wear gloves and face masks and everything gets sterilised from the get-go.

What’s in the box?

Sixteen activities divided into four weeks Each box has a specific theme (Catha’s box was themed: Our Garden).

Each week has a song or rhyme with moves (for speech, language, social and memory development), a fine motor activity (specific to age groups), a gross motor activity (stimulating and developing kids’ large muscles is super important, especially in this digital age and it’s a great way of being silly together), a sensory activity (bespoke tested, edible and safe messy-play mixes) and finally a box activity, which sees the little ones using the actual box for a final activity. Yes, all the box’s contents as well as the box itself get utilised in the activities, ensuring a clutter-free house after play!

P.S. During lockdown, Wacky Box is sharing free daily activities on their Facebook and Instagram, as well as the blog: www.woelwater.com.You can also order your Wacky Box (once-off at R395 per box or subscribe to get monthly boxes at R360 per month) as they’ve been cleared to deliver.

Deliveries in South Africa are free of charge.

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Let's

JUMP! A fun way to tone, lose weight and support a worthy cause

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Why jump? Well, the combination of fast and slow jumps, dynamic sprints and power elements in combination with balancing elements allow for some of the best cardio training. And, it’s fun! It also increases lung capacity and overall endurance. Furthermore, training on trampolines enhances the complex strengthening of muscles throughout the body, which makes it a proper full body workout that will not only ensure toning, but also weight loss.

Leandri founded the first Jumping Fitness SA branch in Montana in May 2018 and on 2 May 2020 they celebrated their first birthday!

Now there are branches in Lynnwood and Hennopspark (Centurion) and even in Ermelo and Nelspruit. For her it was about having a job while doing something she loves and that had to include events and fitness. The studio in

Advantages of Jumping Fitness • It’s fun • It’s unique • It’s effective • It activates complete lymph drainage • It’s suitable for all ages (men, women, children) • Weight reduction (fat loss) • It enhances muscle strength • It has a low impact on joints • It improves core stability • It assists in sport injury rehabilitation • Ten minutes of active jumping is the equivalent of thirty minutes of jogging • It improves cardiovascular fitness

eandri Kemp, owner and founder of Jumping Fitness SA took a leap of faith when she initially played around with the idea of launching Jumping Fitness in South Africa. Creators Thomas Burianek and Jana Svobodova originally founded the Jumping Fitness concept in Europe, Czech Republic and Tabor City. With a background in aerobics and spinning, they wanted to invent a sport that was pleasant, effective and suitable for everyone.

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Montana can accommodate 35 jumpers max with normal, everyday classes usually having about 15 people jumping for fitness (and joy)!

The other branches can take up to 20 people per session.

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Jumping Fitness often collaborates with brands and charities.

“Jumping Fitness SA is a stern believer in that you should believe in every project you decide to do and when an opportunity to collaborate with a charity or a celebrity comes along, we want to mean something,” says Leandri. “For us it’s more than just doing brand awareness. We want to make and continue to make a difference.”

Upcoming events with Jumping Fitness: Family Day at Weiveld with Appel Date: To be confirmed (postponed due to lockdown) Bookings: TIXSA Arms of Mercy – Jump for a cause Date: 6 June 2020 Bookings: Will be confirmed on social media Arms of Mercy – Cerebral Palsy Awareness Event Date: 25 July 2020 Bookings: To be confirmed

You see, HP, with Jumping Fitness there are numerous reasons to jump. Whether it’s to lose weight, to tone or to support a cause you truly believe in. Let’s JUMP!

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We often need some inspiration when it comes to exercise, especially when the clouds are rolling in and you’d rather spend that time in front of the fireplace.

With Jumping Fitness, you wouldn’t want to be anywhere else than in their studio.

shopping

THE ULTIMATE LOCKDOWN

SURVIVAL KIT What you need to stay healthy, sane and alive!

Lockdown has quickly turned our lives upside down and barely gave us time to prepare. It’s slowly, but surely becoming the new normal, which is why we need to make sure we’ve got everything we need.

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erial Entrepreneur, Brett Field says he’d add noise-cancelling earphones to his lockdown survival kit. It’s for concentration, to think, to meditate or even to nap. He will also add indoor plants to the kit. He says that adds ritual to your routine, which is great for lockdown. He also says he can’t go without things like Netflix, Spotify, Youtube and Instagram, which means he will always need connectivity. If you have a fibre line, a basic fibre router backup power router will do the trick and it’s very simple to install. And, then he says tools are also a necessity.

Even if it’s just the basics like a couple of screwdrivers. As we all know, little maintenance issues always have the knack of surfacing at the most inconvenient of times, so be prepared.

Other products we feel might aid in making your lockdown more comfortable and secure (and products that might be easier to come by) include:

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Fashionable face mask Perfect to protect you against the elements, as well as to provide  comfort when exposed to a germ-filled environment. These masks by Sew Couture are made from 100% cotton and provide basic filtration comfort while also looking fab.

R40 – R80

Healthy Kit Come the lift of lockdown, haste yourself to the nearest Sorbet for their Healthy Kit for all skin types to give your skin its longawaited treat!

R1730

CBD Oil With the current state of the economy, we think everyone might need a bit of an anti-anxiety product. Goodleaf ’s CBD drops aid in sleep, assists with pain relief and eases anxiety. Goodleaf has a couple of lockdown essentials featured on their website: www. goodleaf.co.za.

R1195 for 1000mg – 30ml Washing powder Clean clothes are essential in this time. You can buy a 3kg Sunlight 2 in 1 Summer Sensations Auto Washing Powder from Takealot.com.

R79

Bio-Cleanse Hand & Surface Sanitiser Find your nontoxic, all natural, alcohol-free hand and surface disinfectant on Takealot.com.

It comes in a 1L HDPE container with a tamper-free seal.

R125 Compatible HP No. 85A / Canon 725 CE285A Toner Cartridge - Black

We’ve heard of numerous lockdown crises where school children could not do certain tasks due to the lack of paper or cartridges.

Takealot.com still sells various stationary items, including print cartridges.

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shopping

HOW WE SHOP NOW COVID-19 and our new shopping habits

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ccording to Derek Cikes, COO at payment fintech, Payflex, before lockdown became a reality people were buying all kinds of health-related, immune-boosting products like vitamins.

Once lockdown became reality, people started panicking which lead to stockpiling which led to big brands like Checkers and Pick ’n Pay implementing rationing to ensure that all South Africans were able to get what they need. “The increase in grocery demand saw other online grocery apps such as Onecart seeing an unprecedented increase in users,” he says. Where they were usually able to deliver within an hour, they now had a two to three-day delivery time pre-lockdown. Cikes says that according to Ventureburn, Onecart has reported a 300% leap in order volumes since the start of the Coronavirus outbreak which goes to show that there has been an enormous shift when it comes to people shopping online. He is also convinced that the shift in shopping to the online environment will persist after lockdown.

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According to him the sales of non-grocery items decreased with 20% but he predicts that it will soon bounce back. “As lockdown continues, Hello Pretoria • May 2020 • www.hellopretoria.co.za

we anticipate seeing the so-called Lipstick Effect – a phenomenon noticed by Leonard Lauder, Chairman of Estee Lauder, that in times of economic crisis and uncertainty, there’s an increase in lipstick sales and other small luxury items,” he says. He also says that the shopping habits that are here to stay include people being more inclined to stock up on non-perishable goods and a paradigm shift in online buying.

“We expect to see this change dramatically and rapidly, with online being viewed as the safer means of acquiring goods.”

David Jenkins, founding partner at Mickey Llew (a specialist performance marketing and SEO agency) says digital is now a necessity, not a choice. Once lockdown is relaxed, people will want to buy things that make staying at home more comfortable. He also says that search is still the digital driving force with searches like “corona virus”, “Dischem near me” and “pharmacy near me” spiking since COVID-19 hit our shores.

COVID-19 has definitely changed life as we knew it and whether we like it or not, many of these changes are probably here to stay.

Businesses now need to find ways to adapt to this new lifestyle and tap into the opportunities it presents.

We see this as an opportunity to delve deep, identify new ways of doing business and start fresh. How about you, HP?

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With COVID-19 covering the globe with a thick, dark, uncertain cloud there are many things that unpredictably changed very swiftly. Our shopping habits included.

beauty & wellness

Beauty

BOOTCAMP

Notice your features & change your self-view

Is it time for you to learn to love yourself again? We say there’s nothing wrong with a little self-love and Melissa Swart might help in showing you what makes you beautiful – inside and out!

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aving worked with numerous celebrities offering them one-on-one beauty bootcamps, she is surely legit. Melissa Swart describes herself as a multitude of things: A mom, a wife, a motivational speaker, a writer, an artist, a performer, a teacher, a foodie, a movie addict and more. But what she’s really good at is showing people who are unaware of their beauty, features of themselves that they have never noticed. Features that when they see it, change their whole view of themselves.

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Melissa has worked with the likes of Karlien van Jaarsveld, Miss SA Top 5 contestant Karishma Ramdev, Miss Universe Demi-Leigh (Moore) Tebow and more. Even though her beauty bootcamps are normally one-on-one, she also does it in small groups of five to seven and even bridal events like bridal showers or bachelorette bootcamps that focus on hair and makeup, or just hair or makeup. She works through every client’s requirements – skin type, skincare routine recommendations, colour analysis and coordination and even brow shaping. You can also choose between a day look or evening look makeup application bootcamp or hair techniques, updo’s or down styles – you decide.

Melissa says that her bootcamps are much more than just the outer application of makeup or the styling of hair. It’s about teaching every client to see their own beauty. “It’s a no-pressure environment and we always have tons of fun,” she says and adds that there is even bubbly and bites to enjoy!

Post-lockdown has never sounded so sweet.

Book a bootcamp and boost your confidence (something we might all need after these challenging few weeks) with a complete new self-view.

1 wwww.melissaswart.co.za E @MelissaGlamBam and @melissaswartpage Q @melissaglambam and @melissaswart_ m 082 901 1388 Hello Pretoria • May 2020 • www.hellopretoria.co.za

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Self-care

FOR YOUR HAIR WITH GHD AND SYSTEM PROFESSIONAL

One of the things that people were hammering on with regards to lockdown from the start, is self-care. Yes, for your physical health, but also for your mental and emotional health.

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GHD’s Upbeat Collection, a mood-boosting collection, is available until 30 June 2020 (while stocks last). This collection of hair styling essentials was inspired by the feel-good power of music and it features the award-winning platinum+ styler and the iconic GHD gold styler – all brushed in a medley of bold cobalt, neo-mint and silver hues.

Both these stylers come with a heat protective bag. The platinum+ styler allows for 70% stronger hair, 20% more shine and two times more colour integrity. It also takes only 20 minutes to heat up. The gold styler – available in moon silver and neo-mint – is a best-seller featuring dual-zone technology for premium performance. Try out those hairstyles you never find the time for with this modern styler which allows for smooth, snag-free styling.

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Keeping your hair healthy is a very important part of self-care, allowing you to feel better about yourself at the same time. System Professional believes that your hair is as unique as your fingerprint.

They have an ultra-personalised care system which will make your hair feel brand new; reborn. The perfect way to start on a new page post-lockdown. Your EnergyCode™ is one of over 174 million possible combinations and you can discover yours online or if you’d like an even more accurate result, you can have a hair consultant map your hair in salon to determine which products you need for your specific hair type and hair needs. The products that appear in your EnergyCode™ is from different ranges depending on your hair needs.

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Tried and Tested: Our EnergyCode™ was R2 + B1 + H3 which came down to three products: B1 Balance Shampoo, R2 Repair Conditioner and H3 Hydrate Mask. These products not only brought back shine, but also hydrated our hair. It has reintroduced us to the feeling of soft, silky hair within a matter of two weeks.

There’s nothing wrong with wanting to turn heads even if it’s just at home. A good shampoo and a quick straightening with your GHD styler might just do the trick!

P.S. Don’t forget to switch on the music while you’re at it! GHD has curated uplifting playlists during lockdown. These fun playlists on Spotify can only lift the mood and add to many people’s self-care routines. It’s like they say: Good hair equals more confidence, a better mood and positive vibes – things we all need in these trying times! Find the playlists on their profile: ghdhair.

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oncentrating on the simple pleasures that we were still able to enjoy during lockdown has quickly become a habit and hopefully something we can instil in our everyday way of living post-lockdown. One of those small pleasures is music. The power of a good song can’t be denied. It lifts spirits. It keeps us together in difficult times.

dining out

chef of the month

IVAN RICHARDS In a small suburb between Queenswood and Waverley called Moregloed, Chef Ivan Richards experiments and works his foodie magic – a passion inspired by his grandmother, Frieda Helena Smit, who raised him and put him through school by baking rusks, koeksisters and fudge on the side.

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is love for mixing the old with the new is evident from his Instagram feed right through to his actual cooking, with his grandmother featuring in numerous photos on his feed. “[She] unknowingly taught me that food isn’t just food. It can be a tool to raise funds and feed one’s soul. It’s more than something you shove down your throat.

It can heal, provide and feed,” he says of his gran. She is the inspiration behind his love for cooking and has a fudge recipe that will put you in heaven, he claims. He often uses her recipes as inspiration to make certain dishes his own. Her fudge recipe, though, is one he often uses for weddings. “It takes almost two hours for a small batch. It’s something you work your ass off for, but for that one minute while you eat a block… it feels like you are in heaven!”

Chef Ivan’s own wedding was the actual inspiration behind his wedding catering company, Toast Fine Food. “We did 99% of our own wedding stuff. From design to food. Even the cake (which was a Rice Krispie treat cake).”

He says that lockdown has certainly given him time to up his game and see how he will be able to generate more income. One of the ways he has been making an extra income is through consulting. “A lot of people started asking for industry advice and I started offering consultation work to restaurants and wedding venues. It’s a tough industry and sometimes people underestimate it,” he says.

As a travelling chef, his working hours are often very unpredictable. He says balancing family life and being a travelling chef is often

a challenge, but that balance is the keyword.

“My wife is very disciplined and keeps us all grounded. She is the answer to our balance,” he says. He has a 3-year-old and 8-month-old at home, hence the talk of balance – one of the things we’ve all probably had to practise and perfect the past few weeks.

With Chef Ivan it’s always a mix of old and new and we love it!

Chef Ivan’s Favourites

Favourite knife brand “LOL! It’s like asking a woman what her favourite shoe brand is… There’s a lot out there. But I would probably buy anything on Kitchen Samurai’s online store.”

Favourite ingredients “Onions and garlic.”

Favourite cutlery brand “No real preference.”

Favourite cooking method “I LOVE cooking on open fire.”

Biggest chef role model “Old school: Marco Pierre White. New school: David Chang.”

Favourite Pretoria-based restaurants “Wood & Fire, Fermier and Pizza Box. Why? Because good food, good food and good food. Also, they never disappoint and do what they do full heartedly.”

Q @toast.finefood E @ToastFineFoodCompany 1 www.toastfinefood.co.za m 076 234 7731 Hello Pretoria • May 2020 • www.hellopretoria.co.za

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dining out

Mushroom,

Biltong & Potato Chowder An immune booster for winter

With COVID-19 still lingering everywhere, we must be cautious and take action to protect ourselves. That includes eating the right ingredients in order to boost our immune systems. Did you know that mushrooms have immune boosting qualities? Here are two delicious recipes…

The benefits of mushrooms

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Mushrooms are a rich source of selenium, which has anticancer, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential.

Mushrooms have very low carbohydrates.

Mushrooms have no cholesterol or fat.

Mushrooms have a high protein content.

Mushrooms contain natural insulin and enzymes which help break down sugar or starch.

Mushrooms are rich in calcium, essential in the formation and strengthening of bones.

Mushrooms contain Vitamin D, which helps the body to absorb calcium and phosphorous.

Ergothioneine, a powerful antioxidant present in mushrooms is very effective in providing protection from free radicals, as well as boosting the immune system.

Various mushroom types have a high potassium content, which assists in the reduction of high blood pressure.

Mushrooms contain copper, which regulates and stimulates the absorption of iron.

Mushrooms are also a good source of iron.

Serves 6 - 8 Ingredients: 30ml oil 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 60g butter 30ml cake flour 500g button mushrooms, sliced 80ml white wine 1.25L chicken stock 1 potato, cut into cubes 3 sprigs thyme 375ml milk 125ml cream 150g ground, fine biltong salt and milled black pepper

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Method: 1. Heat the oil in a pan and gently fry the onion for 5 minutes.

2. Add the garlic, butter and flour and cook for 2-3 minutes.

3. Stir in the mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes.

4. Increase the heat and add the white wine. Cook for 2-3 minutes.

5. Add the chicken stock, potatoes and thyme. Cook for 10 minutes.

6. Stir in the milk, cream and biltong and season to taste. Simmer for 2 – 3 minutes.

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Sweet Potato and Brown Rice Rissoles To serve: Lettuce cups Carrot, grated Sliced red onion Bowl of guacamole

Method: Heat the oil in a pan and gently fry the onion and garlic for 4-5 minutes, or until softened.

1. Increase the heat and fry the mushrooms for 3 minutes.

2. Stir in the curry powder and cook for another minute.

3. Set aside and allow to cool.

4. Place the sweet potato, rice, breadcrumbs, coriander and egg into a mixing bowl.

5. Season with salt and pepper and mix well.

6. Add the mushroom mixture and mix together.

7. Using lightly floured hands, shape spoonfuls of the mixture into rissoles or patty shapes.

8. Coat both sides of the rissoles in gluten-free flour or polenta.

9. Lightly brush both sides of the rissoles with olive oil and lightly fry or cook under a grill for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden.

10. Pat dry on paper towel.

11. Serve in lettuce cups with grated carrot, sliced red onion and some guacamole.

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Serves 4 – 6 Ingredients: 15ml olive oil 1 onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, crushed 250g button mushrooms, sliced 3ml curry powder 200g sweet potato, cooked and mashed 150g cooked brown rice 120g fresh breadcrumbs or gluten-free breadcrumbs 45ml fresh coriander, finely chopped 1 egg, beaten Salt and milled black pepper Gluten-free flour or polenta, for shaping Olive oil, for brushing

dining out

Mushroom,

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Dusk Restaurant & Lounge

HOTSPOT

Champagne, Food, Vibe For a restaurant to be conceptualised, strategized and implemented all within a matter of two months, there’s got to be great passion and a huge gap in the market. Well, Dusk has come to fill that gap.

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Signature dishes include their Chicken Involtini, their Dusk Burger, the Lamb Rack and Oxtail Stew. They also have a signature cocktail: Dusk ‘til Dawn. And, for the true locals they have added a traditional food offering featuring Mogodu (beef tripe), Curried Goat Stew, Ox Tongue and Inyama Yentloko (cow head meat) which is apparently gaining popularity quickly.

Go ahead and give it a try, HP! Shop 2D, Centurion Crescent Shopping Centre, 81 Lenchen Avenue North 1 www.dusksa.com m 081 490 9484 E @duskloungeandrestaurant

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The Dusk Experience has been created for young professionals, entrepreneurs and artists to come together after a long day of work to just unwind, keep working, go on a date or just to have a great time. The owners wanted to create a space in the heart of Centurion that was affordable, not too loud and that catered for the type of crowd they had been looking for when visiting similar establishments in Centurion.

The name Dusk was derived from a place the owners absolutely loved to visit while studying in Stirling, Scotland (42km NorthEast of Glasgow). “That place was our local watering hole where we had some of the best experiences and we wanted to replicate

that for our South African customers,” says Director, Philip Chauke. It’s a place where you can have a business meeting, but also where you can meet up with the girls for bottomless bubbles.

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DINNING OUT - DATE NIGHT OPTIONS CLIMBING BARN

GEET INDIAN RESTAURANT

Instead of doing the traditional dinner and a movie, why don’t you take your partner for a challenging climb? You can burn between 500 and 900 calories and this creative date idea would knock the socks right off your partner! Whether you are a newbie or a pro, there is always a trainer to show you the ropes at the Climbing Barn. At only R100 per person, you can even go grab a bite afterwards.

Cost: R100 1 www.climbingbarn.co.za

If you are looking for a truly authentic Indian experience, Geet is definitely worth a visit. Here, food is only a part of the experience, but a great one at that! Restaurateur and Chef Gita Jivan captures the vibrant colours and flavours of the Indian culture perfectly and encapsulates it in both the presentation of her dishes and the restaurant’s interior.

541 Fehrsen Street, Brooklyn m 012 460 3199 1 www.geetindianrestaurant.com

THE HAZEL FOOD MARKET

BLUE CRANE RESTAURANT

The Hazel Food Market in Menlo Park offers a vibrant Saturday morning, filled with the most delicious dishes and finger foods that will send all self-proclaimed foodies to cloud nine. Artisanal breads, cured meats, kombucha and worldrenowned Turkish coffee - here you will find something to tantalize your taste buds. Entry is free. For all the night-owls: keep an eye on their Facebook page, as they also often boast spirited night markets.

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Just imagine: You’re sitting on the wooden balcony, overlooking the lake where you can spot a variety of bird species. You’re sipping on an ice-cold fruit cocktail and every so often you look into your loved one’s eyes, whilst indulging in rainbow trout and a meze platter. Sound like your ideal date? Then you have no other choice but to visit the Blue Crane restaurant, situated in Nieuw Muckleneuk.

Cost: Approximately R400 for two 1 www.bluecranerestaurant.co.za

SHILLA KOREAN CUISINE

Serving one of the most beautiful cuisines in the world, Shilla Korean Cuisine is a gem of a restaurant not to miss out on. Renowned for its variety of colourful dishes using unique, countless ingredients, this restaurant boasts an absolute feast for the senses. If you’re looking for the perfect Korean experience, this is definitely where you’ll find it, with menu items like Yookhwe and Dalkgalbi to indulge in.

367 Albert Street, Waterkloof m 012 346 3260 1 www.shillakoreancuisine.weebly.com

THE HUSSAR GRILL THE GROVE

With their customary old-world style and their cosy, elegant interior, The Hussar Grill The Grove is regarded as one of Pretoria’s premier grill rooms.

Their award-winning speciality steaks, wine selection and ambiance attract the general public, heads of state, diplomats and ambassadors alike and conveniently caters for both romantic dinners and business lunches. The Hussar Grill franchise has been around since 1964 and still proves to be one of the best.

Corner of Simon Vermooten and Lynnwood Road, The Grove Mall, Equestria m 012 807 0005 1 www.hussargrill.co.za

Beauty, Dining, Theatre and Destination shopping is what you can experience at Lynnwood Bridge.

#TheLynnwoodExperience Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to see our upcoming events.

www.lynnwoodbridge.co.za | Daventry St, Lynnwood Manor, Pretoria

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Travel go Post-lockdown

At the foot of the Magaliesberg Mountains lies a gem of a place with tree house accommodation that is not only good for the soul, but also super Instagrammable and close to everything you might want to explore in Harties.

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ehema Manor has been one of our travel goals for a while now and with good reason! With it being a mere 40-minute drive from Pretoria, it’s the perfect escape and the ideal breakaway from lockdown as soon as we’re allowed to travel again.

The property’s accommodation is self-catering and impresses with stylish décor, attention to detail and ample privacy for that much needed weekend away where you just want to forget about everything else – Coronavirus included. Nehema is located just across from the Harties Aerial Cableway and close to many other touristy attractions in the area. So, get ready to pack your hats and sunglasses, HP as you’ll soon be able to be a tourist in your own country again!

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Nehema Manor is a unique bushveld experience. Here you literally wake up to birdsong, surrounded by beautiful, old trees that have been incorporated in the design of their recently launched tree houses. Pete Nelson said: “Tree houses are the ultimate return to nature” and Nehema Manor’s tree houses epitomise this saying without a doubt.

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into the tree houses that were launched in December 2019. This is one of the reasons the nature elements and lighting in them are so magnificent. They come with perfect views from their patios and outdoor showers and the modern furnishings aid in making it the perfect hideaway for a romantic weekend away. In addition to the tree house accommodation, Nehema Manor also offers three spacious self-catering cottages that have been decorated with an eye for detail and style.

It is here where your heart will find time to rest, your mind will find space to heal and your body will find means to relax. They offer some of the best bushveld spa experiences and they have a beautiful swimming pool for those who don’t mind cold water in May. The lush, open gardens add to the tranquillity of the place allowing you to take in the wonders of nature. Their lawns are perfect for relaxing picnics and beautiful sunsets. Speaking of – Nehema Manor offers romantic picnics that evidently piggyback on Hartbeespoort’s lovely weather, golden sunsets and their beautiful gardens. Guests can contact them for more details on what the menu includes.

It is clear that Nehema Manor’s focus is on allowing you to spend quality time with your loved ones. Their cottages are perfect for families and their tree houses are the ultimate when it comes to romance. They also have romantic packages available that allow you to spoil your partner with an array of indulgences including flowers, champagne, candles, chocolates, sundowner picnics, couples’ full body massages and more.

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Nehema Manor and Surrounds

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Support Local Nehema Manor is currently running a post-lockdown winter special to reward you for staying at home. Book and pay a winter breakaway for May or June and receive 25% discount. If lockdown is prolonged, plan ahead and book and pay a spring or summer holiday (September, October or November) and also received 25% discount.

Things to do when staying at Nehema Manor: Aside from spending time with that special someone or with your family, reading books and taking in what nature has to offer, you can also explore the surrounding area: Harties Aerial Cableway is one of the activities you can’t miss out on.

This is one of the few places where you’ll get some of the best panoramic views of the Magaliesberg Mountains, Hartbeespoort Dam and the surrounding areas. They also currently have an added bonus: If you celebrated your birthday under lockdown, you can claim your free birthday cableway ticket for up to fourteen days after lockdown has been lifted.

1 www.hartiescableway.co.za French Toast Koffie Kafee, a café that was initially built for the set of the South African film, French Toast lures visitors with its unique and Insta-pretty look and feel, as well as its decadent local cuisine. It also boasts a small-scale replica of the Eiffel Tower and a love bridge that turn up on many Instagram feeds.

1 www.frenchtoastharties.co.za

If lockdown inspired you to start living life to the full and you’re keen on some proper adventure, visit Attitude4Altitude School of Paragliding and book a tandem flight or go for a paragliding course. Another thrilling way to explore Harties and surrounds.

1 www.attitude4altitude.co.za There is also plenty to do in the area for art lovers. Danie de Jager is known for his large sculptures like life-size Impalas that were erected in Manhattan, New York; life-size bronze camels that stand at the Royal Mirage Hotel in Dubai; a life-size elephant at The Lost City at Sun City and more. A visit to his studio can be arranged by appointment.

1 www.sculpturesa.com If you’re burning to travel again after lockdown, we’d say Nehema Manor is a good call. It’s close, it’s travel worthy and it won’t break the bank (which is probably what most of us are currently worried about).

We hope to bump into you soon!

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ACROBRANCH

SKYDIVE PRETORIA

Slide, balance, jump, crawl, dash, swing and stroll your way through the acrobranch trail and always expect the unexpected from this unique experience filled with twists, turns and lots of thrills. The park is equipped with obstacles that will challenge any fitness and balance level with tree top adventure courses that suits everyone.

Honingnestkrans Street m 012 940 1966 1 www.acrobranch.co.za

ADVENTURE ZONE CULLINANABSEILING

Skydive Pretoria is South Africa’s premier skydiving centre, operating non-stop for 52 years, at the magnificent Wonderboom airport.

PSC is the only club in South Africa that operates a type certified Turbine aircraft with a capacity of up to 13 jumpers at a time.

Wonderboom Airport, Onderstepoort m 081 499 5739 1 www.skydivepretoria.com

HAZEL FOOD MARKET

Located at the Greenlyn Village Centre, this market takes place every Saturday and lures locals and tourists alike to explore Pretoria’s delicious local foods, hospitable culture and vibey atmosphere. Here you’ll find fresh veggies and flowers, coffee, delicious lamb pitas, rusks and more.

Greenlyn Village Centre, Corner of Thomas Edison and Mackenzie Streets, Menlo Park m 078 593 7716 1 www.hazelfoodmarket.co.za

Situated just 30 minutes from the Pretoria CBD, Adventure Zone Cullinan offers the perfect adrenaline fix for all those junkies out there.

Abseil down sheer cliffs that are up to 60 meters high or try rap-jumping (abseiling face down) for the really adventurous. Enjoy amazing lookout points, appreciating the beauty of nature and get your blood flowing.

R513 & Olienhout Road, Cullinan m 012 734 0507 1 www.azcullinan.co.za

DE VETTE MOSSEL

COMPU-KART

An informal dining experience where you can indulge in as much seafood as you want. It might not be the original De Vette Mossel in Mossel Bay, but it’s got its own beach and even a Tietiesbaai lighthouse and you can definitely expect the same when it comes to the menu. m 082 346 3731 1 www.devettemosselharties.co.za

With the ideal go-karts, built to allow drivers to push themselves to their limits, race up to speeds of 65km/h and experience all the thrills which make this motorsport so exciting.

Helmets are provided and marshals are on the track at all times.

Buckle up!

China Shopping Mall, Sefako Makgatho Dr. Roodeplaat m 012 808 1138 1 www.compu-kart.com

LION & SAFARI PARK

Expect authentic safari encounters and an unforgettable experience as you get up close and personal with a number of animals in addition to the lions. From wild dogs, cheetahs, zebras, springbuck and more, guided tours, delicious food and drinks from either the Wetlands Restaurant and Bar or the Bull 'n Buck Grill, souvenirs and a kiddies play area, your day is sure to be action-packed and full of fun.

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PRETORIA NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDENS

SANBI provides knowledge and information, gives planning and policy advice and pilots bestpractice management models in partnership with stakeholders.

SANBI manages the National Botanical Gardens as 'windows' to South Africa's biodiversity for enjoyment and education.

2 Cussonia Ave, Brummeria, Pretoria m 012 843 5071 1 www.sanbi.org.za

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LEISURE ACTIVITIES HOTSPOTS

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Winter Wines for beside the fireplace

We are always on the lookout for the best full-bodied wines for those nights where you just want to hide under blankets beside a crackling fire.

This month, we chose Avondale and Stellenbosch Hills as our winner wines to stock up on for the winter months.

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Avondale Wines

Oh, how we love a good Syrah. Especially Avondale’s Samsara 2010 Decade Edition! On the nose you’ll find soft wood and white pepper, violets, vibrant red berries and orange peel – things that undoubtedly resemble a South African winter. It’s a brilliantly full and well-balanced wine with an unbelievable length.

Avondale is known to be attuned to cosmic influences and rhythms. The soft suppleness of their La Luna 2013 reflects that perfectly. This wine is one of utmost elegance with its full-bodied flavour. Its purple colour is infused with classic berry flavours and a hint of tobacco – vital elements perfectly intertwined to give you the perfect fireplace wine.

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Stellenbosch Hills

If you’re looking for something special to warm up cold evenings this winter, Stellenbosch Hills’ Muscat de Hambourg 2018 Vintage is the perfect fit. This sunset coloured, explosively fragrant muscat comes with candy floss, boiled sweets, rose petal and violet bouquet on the palate and is enjoyed best at room temperature in winter.

Additionally, their 1707 Reserve Red is also a winner. This blend boasts an abundance of dark berry fruit, plums, dark chocolate and hints of black pepper and cigar box aromas. Couple it with a good steak or a variety of cheeses.

Stellenbosch Hills has also just launched their Bushvine Pinotage 2017 in celebration of their 75th anniversary.

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Drinks for days Where to cuddle up for drinks postlockdown

With lockdown having been extended, most of our liquor cabinets are empty and some of us are seriously craving that favourite drink at that favourite spot… Here are our favourites.

Carbon Bistro This is one of our old-time favourites and with its new location it could be a whole new experience post lockdown! Visit Carbon Bistro at Greenlyn Village Centre for an unforgettable experience when it comes to gin (and cuisine). They stock an impressive list of local and international gins including new arrivals, citrus gins, fruity and herbal gins, floral gins, spicy gins, London dry and others.

E @carbonbistro Summit Grill and Sky Bar As one of Pretoria’s top cocktail bars, Summit Grill and Sky Bar in Menlyn is certainly on the top of our list for drinks come post-lockdown celebrations. Their expertly crafted cocktails were definitely missed, and we are so excited to see what events they will be hosting when things have gone back to normal.

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Hogshead Oh, how we have longed for a sundowner on Hogshead’s deck these past few weeks! They have no less than twelve local craft beers on their menu and come the first evening that we’re allowed to indulge in one of these, we won’t hesitate to go out!

E @HogsheadHazelwood Capital Craft Beer Academy With beer being their specialty, Capital Craft has a way of helping their customers unlock the beers they serve’s various fragrances and aromas.

Its atmosphere is one of community and togetherness, something we’ve all longed for over the past few weeks. So, gather your friends and celebrate the end of lockdown together!

E @capitalcraftmenlo or @capitalcraftcenturion Baracas Wine and Beer Bar This trendy, yet rich-in-heritage wine and beer bar is a cosy neighbourhood bar ideal for one of the first evenings on which you can have a drink post-lockdown. They have also recently launched a take-away menu including their famous ribs, allowing some proper social distancing for those of us who would still like to practise it postlockdown.

E @baracas01 There you go, HP. Hopefully we can all enjoy a night out in town this month, celebrating the fact that we have slain the lockdown dragon!

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Home sweet home Okay, it’s true. Having spent so many days at home during lockdown, we kind of got used to the comfort of drinks on the couch. No need to even put on something other than slippers for this one! It’s a no-fuss, no driving, no fancy dress kind of spot for our favourite drinks and once lockdown has been lifted there will be ample liquor stores in Pretoria that can provide that perfect drink. We’re thinking The Good Oaks at Lynnwood Bridge for one.

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CLAY CAFÉ #1 on our post-lockdown bucket list

Parents have had to come up with numerous creative ideas to keep kids busy over the past few weeks. From making flowers from egg holders to creating binoculars from toilet paper rolls. Hopefully you can create something for yourself this month.

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he Clay Café across the road from The Big Red Barn in Irene has been on our arts and culture bucket list for too long.

Situated in a tranquil farm-style building, you can visit them to find your inner Picasso through painting on various unfired ceramic objects, from mugs and jugs to plates, décor items and fun kids’ stuff. And, while channelling your creative self, you are spoiled with a light, café-style menu, homemade cakes and treats and delicious Truth coffee.

They also make their own icecream in a variety of flavours.

Although the Clay Café is a great excuse to escape from what we’ve known as the new normal the past few weeks, it’s also a great way to continue spending some quality family time or catch up with those friends you haven’t been able to connect with for weeks. Here you can create your own crockery that is both personal and unique; something that creates memories for years to come. Can you imagine creating something post-lockdown and having the memory of coming out of the COVID-19 lockdown stronger literally fired into the art piece? A story you can tell your children and their children for years to come.

Do you need to have a creative streak?

No, not at all. At Clay Café the aim is to relax and enjoy. They have staff available who can assist you with painting techniques as needed, though.

If you need an excuse to visit, here are some great ones: Teambuilding With your team having spent these couple of weeks working remotely, a teambuilding is definitely at the order of the day. Have fun with your work colleagues telling #lockdownstories and catching up while creating personalised mugs for the office or colourful masterpieces to take home.

Kitchen tea With so many weddings that have been postponed, there’s nothing wrong with having a second kitchen tea! Choose a couple of dinner service pieces for the bride and paint them as a gift for her.

School outings One thing is for sure: Most kids who stayed at home probably upskilled themselves in the arts and culture department. See what they can do by taking them to the Clay Café and letting them teach their teachers a thing or two about craft, design and geometric concepts!

Kiddies parties How many kids had to celebrate their birthdays during lockdown? We saw many photos of small parties with brothers, sisters and teddy bears. It’s not a bad idea to make up for it by having a belated birthday party at Clay Café. They even provide party boxes and platters to suit the theme.

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ARTS AND CULTURE HOTSPOTS FREEDOM PARK

Experiences

Situated on the ridge of Salvokop, on the outskirts of Pretoria overlooking the Union Buildings, Freedom Park is a cultural institution housing a memorial dedicated to chronicling and honouring the many who contributed to South Africa's liberation. The site celebrates South African heritage and narrates the history of the country through the decades.

Corner Koch and 7th Avenue Salvokop m 012 336 4000 1 www.freedompark.co.za

Not knowing when lockdown would be lifted and which events will still be happening when compiling this content, we put together our top 3 arts and culture events or happenings pre-, during and post-lockdown.

PRE-LOCKDOWN:

3-LIED KONSERT DEUR LEON GROPP EN JNDR

With events either cancelled or postponed due to lockdown, there is one event that stood out for us which is still available online and that’s the 3-song concert by Leon Gropp and Joshua na die Reën that was recorded literally five-and-a-half hours before lockdown.

Go ahead and search for it on their social media platforms – it’s definitely worth listening to and might bring some inspiration.

1 www.jndr.worldsecuresystems.com or www.leongropp.com E @JoshuaNaDieReën or @leongropp Q @joshuanadiereen or @leongropp

DURING LOCKDOWN:

TALK ABOUT IT

PRETORIA ART MUSEUM

The Pretoria Art Museum houses world renowned art pieces, specialising in South African art. It collects, documents and preserves outstanding examples of South African art, researches and compiles exhibitions from the permanent collection and hosts major national and international travelling exhibitions.

C/o Schoeman and Wessels Streets, Arcadia Park, Arcadia m 012 358 6750 1 www.tshwane.gov.za/sites

THE SOUTH AFRICAN STATE THEATRE

It’s not everyone who can say that they’ve produced a single during lockdown. COVID-19 has literally pushed the band, Rubber Duc out of their comfort zone and had lead singer, Nick Jordaan edit his very first music video and Brendan mixing the song with earphones only – no monitors! The song is all about how we need to talk to one another and support each other in this uncertain and trying time. “All we have worked for and achieved, has got us crashing to our knees” is one of the many lyrics that rings so true. Find Rubber Duc’s latest single on their social media platforms. E @RubberDucMusic Q @rubberduckmusic

POST LOCKDOWN:

VIRTUAL NATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL

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Yes, you read it right! The National Arts Festival happening on 25 June to 5 July 2020 will be going virtual for all eleven days. It’s a learn-as-we-go, brand-new concept for a new normal and super exciting, might we add.

Similar to the physical festival, you will need to pay for some aspects of the virtual festival, where other sections will be free and open to all. They hope to offer both live and pre-recorded shows. Think virtual exhibitions, augmented reality theatre shows, studio jam sessions and more.

1 www.nationalartsfestival.co.za E @nationalartsfestival Q @nationalartsfestival Hello Pretoria • May 2020 • www.hellopretoria.co.za

The South African State Theatre is a national flagship that facilitates the arts and entertainment and encourages diverse cultural provision. It seeks to play a unique and vital role in the cultural life of the nation, the province of Gauteng and the city of Tshwane.

320 Pretorius Street, Pretoria m 012 392 4000 1 www.statetheatre.co.za

ROCKWOOD THEATRE

Situated at the Parkview Shopping Centre, this live music venue stages some of the best tribute shows and live acts in Pretoria. The Rockwood Theatre and its sister theatre, Musiekskuur, are both ideal settings for year-end functions, conferences, fundraisers, parties and corporate events of almost any size. Whether you join an event or decide to make it a private occasion, they have the entertainment, food and drinks covered. m 012 368 1555 1 www.rockwoodtheatre.co.za

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he boutique-style hotel’s restaurant is one of those hidden gems that just about everybody seems to know about but luckily its tables are filled with mostly savvy Joburgers rather than selfsnapping tourists.

Heralded as one of the top restaurants in the city, AtholPlace Restaurant draws foodies and the fashionable set who come to worship the carefully crafted three-course dinner menu. Soft, flattering lighting that bounces off the delicate wallpaper? Check. An artful, decadent menu that’s perfect for sharing bites with a friend or your other half ?

Double check! The menu consists of just three starters, four mains and three desserts and changes regularly, so you can expect every experience at AtholPlace Restaurant to be exciting and unique.

For starters we chose between cauliflower soup with rye crisps and baby fennel; wild mushrooms with quinoa, garlic espuma and Parma ham crisps; and tempura prawns with avocado, spring onion mayo and chilli caramel. For mains we were spoilt for choice with a beef fillet with vine tomatoes, truffle butter and new potatoes; sea bass with fennel and citrus curry, squid ink and baked fennel; duck breast with pea arancini, red cabbage and gooseberries; and risotto with beetroot and Parmesan foam. So, we ordered the beef fillet and sea bass dishes to share.

AtholPlace Restaurant

Contemporary-classic glamour meets properly polished service Ah, AtholPlace Hotel & Villa. We could swoon over this beautiful property in Atholl all day, especially when delighting in the food served at AtholPlace Restaurant.

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The beef fillet came out of the kitchen sizzling on the plate with the truffle butter just starting to melt into the steak. It was an absolute delight! On the other hand, the sea bass was balanced in flavours but still very aromatic. The fennel and citrus curry packed a flavoursome punch. To end our meal on a sweet note, we were tempted to order the dark chocolate torte with berry soup and berry ice cream as well as the orange cake with bitter orange ice cream and textures of orange to share but decided on the local cheese board instead. The luxurious platter that included lavash and preserves was a feast for the eye and delicious to share.

AtholPlace Restaurant is open to hotel guests and outside guests for breakfast (between 07h00 and 10h00) and dinner (between 18h30 and 21h30). Lunch is available for hotel guests only (between 12h00 and 14h30).

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AFRICAM Boutique Camping

Glamp all the way through South Africa

If there is one place that we’d really have preferred to be locked down at, it is AfriCamps’ Hoedspruit camp.

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Distance from Pretoria: 5 hours What to bring: Fishing gear, insect repellent, hats, swimsuits, cameras, binoculars, bird books, food, drinks Things to do: Fishing, birdwatching, visit the Kruger National Park, water sports at the adjacent Klaserie Dam, visit the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre, visit the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, take a drive on the Panorama Route.

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We arrived just as the sun disappeared behind the horizon. The road was beautiful, and we were disappointed that we couldn’t make pit-stops en route to explore what the Limpopo province has to offer. Maybe next time! At least we got to do lunch in Dullstroom at The Old Transvaal Inn on our way back.

Surrounded by game reserves and literally a stone’s throw away from the Kruger National Park, hearing lions roar while sitting on our tented deck after dinner was one of the highlights of the weekend. The region’s climate is so spectacular that we could sit outside until late every evening, listening to the sounds of nature.

AfriCamps’ tents come with a lovely braai area next to the dam, with comfy seating and you can buy wood and firelighters from reception. The tent itself is fitted with almost everything – from tin cups (and porcelain cups), a gas stove, kettle, microwave, cutlery and crockery to bunkbeds, a shower with a gas geiser and a huge deck with a picnic table.

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f stargazing from a wood-fired hot tub and watching the sun rise with a cup of ‘boeretroos’ on a wooden deck is your thing, then AfriCamps certainly won’t disappoint. Located next to the Klaserie Dam (aka the Jan Wasserman Dam), AfriCamps has put up a couple of luxury tents around a considerably smaller dam where splashing fish, naughty monkeys, water birds and beautiful sunrises and sunsets are at the order of the day.

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Louwtjie, the owner of Africamps Hoedspruit explains that this is an absolute mecca for both local and international fishermen. For international tourists it’s ideal as they get to do a two-in-one visit with the Kruger being just around the corner. So, they get to fish for a few days and then head to the Kruger National Park for another couple of days before they leave. It’s a win-win! Fishing at both the dam that’s encircled by AfriCamps’ tents, other chalets and a couple of private homes, as well as in the Klaserie Dam is quite a big thing, we found out. Our next-door AfriCamps neighbours for the weekend pulled out a 13kg Carp and that was just one of the fish they caught.

Apparently, the fish in these dams are huge and with a strict catchand-release policy the fish get to grow happily (well, as happily as a fish can grow).

We love supporting local and AfriCamps is local for sure! They even produce all their tents and furniture in their own capacity in Atlantis in the Western Cape. This allows them to hire and train people from an area with a very high unemployment rate and give them the skills they need to be successful in what they do.

AfriCamps has camps all over the country, some on working farms, others on estates. They are big on education and therefore they also encourage families to discover farm life and the serenity that comes from being in nature. It’s the perfect way in which you can teach your kids about farm animals, fresh produce and their direct connection to the world around them. Also, it’s the perfect way to spend a weekend without technology – we’ve found that a digital detox is often one of the best ways to switch off completely.

Choose your glamping spot You get to choose between eleven different AfriCamps glamping experiences nationwide. This includes the one we visited just outside of Hoedspruit, and also camps at White Elephant Safaris in the Pongola Nature Reserve, Gowan Valley in the Kwazulu Natal Midlands, Doolhof in Wellington, Oakhurst in Wilderness, Mackers in Hazyview, Ingwe in Plettenberg Bay, Standford Hills in Stanford, Pat Busch in Robertson, Kam’Bati in Swellendam and Klein Karoo in Oudtshoorn.

AfriCamps is all about boutique camping. It’s perfect for families and even those who are not keen campers will be impressed!

K www.africamps.com m 021 300 5694 k hello@africamps.com E @africamps Q @africamps_sa

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A venue that transports you to the countryside

The past few weeks have brought about a lot of reflection. Whether it’s on life, business or mental health, people all over the globe found themselves using the slower pace of lockdown to reflect on how to live healthier, cleverer with their time and more sustainable.

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Campagne Living Venue is fully powered through solar energy, their vegetable and herb gardens are all organic and their waste goes back into making compost for the next growth season. It’s a venue ideal for smaller, intimate functions and events like family celebrations, intimate weddings and wedding anniversaries.

They also plan to host interesting, intimate weekday or Friday events like live Jazz evenings, wine tastings or pairings, pop-up chef tables and monthly family-style harvest lunches in the near future. Not to mention the exciting workshops they’ve got planned! From ladies’ wellness teas, fermentation workshops and gardening workshops to photography and sourdough bread workshops.

The venue boasts the beautiful Hothouse, representing new life, growth and light with a large window and light, open spaces that can accommodate up to 70 guests. You can also book their cottage which offers accommodation for two and a really lovely country feel. In addition to that they offer cosy picnics (even in winter) with a focus on intimacy and unique experiences. Spoil yourselves to a picnic in the Hothouse in front of its coal stove, in the summerhouse with a fire pit or in the vegetable garden with its various Konkas that will heat you right up.

Campagne means countryside in French and therefore the name Campagne Living encapsulates the vision of sustainable living, slowing down and enjoying the small, intimate moments that life has to offer. This venue is all about spending time with loved ones and we support their vision 100%.

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1 www.campagneliving.com E @CampagneLiving Q @campagne_living_venue m 081 473 4868 k marilis@campagneliving.com Hello Pretoria • May 2020 • www.hellopretoria.co.za

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CAMPAGNE LIVING VENUE

ampagne Living, a brand-new function venue in Pretoria East, had exactly that in mind when they launched in February 2020. Marilis and Christo Pieters, the creators, owners and hosts of Campagne Living Venue wanted to create and share a space that provides peace and beauty. A sustainable space that leaves a lighter footprint on the environment and one that allows people to appreciate what is around them. That includes family, time, homegrown food and nature – some of the things we all learned to appreciate anew during lockdown. “We always go back to this when we think about what we will use this space for in the future. That is why we don’t open Campagne Living to large amounts of guests as we cannot keep ourselves sustainable and accommodate so many people simultaneously,” says Marilis.

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YOUR DOG DESERVES THE BEST You & Lou You’ve never seen a doggy bed as stylish as these ones! You & Lou is a brand created and built around the love of the owners’ own dogs. They are a small, Cape town-based business, run by two best friends Emily Valentine and Courtney Eley. You & Lou are named after their two best fur friends, Yuki and Lake (affectionately known as Loulou). Their aim is to create products for dogs that can be both beautiful and functional. The baskets are handwoven and hand-dyed in Senegal, each one taking a large amount of time and effort, with the closest attention to detail. Their outdoor beds and cushions are locally made, with fabric being sourced from India, as well as Cape Town. Each basket is named after a dog very close to their hearts, whether they are still with them or not.

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Gone are the days where dogs are just pets staying in the back of the garden with their food, water and a toy. Today’s dogs are like children and these companies were on the frontlines producing products that fit right in with the aesthetics of your home.

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1 www.youandlou.co.za Benji + Moon Handcrafted things for much-loved tails. Benji + Moon is an artisanal handcrafted collection for tails that are loved to the moon and back, supporting local artisans and changing shelter animals’ lives at CLAW (Community Led Animal Welfare). Their online shop is filled with gorgeous collars, leads, pet bowls and starter kits for pups and kittens. Benji + Moon's genuine leather collars are made from high quality vegetable-tanned leather and heavy-duty hardware. They started this business because of a pet peeve of always having to hide the uglylooking pet bowls and beds when people came over. 5% of every purchase goes to CLAW. Our favourite product is the long-eared ceramic bowl - how cute?

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1 www.benjiandmoon.co.za Raw Love Pet Food Raw Love was founded by passionate animal lover, Helena Swart. Having spent her childhood in rural South Africa, Helena and her siblings were raised in an organic, free-range meat and farm-grown lifestyle. After Helena’s beloved dog almost died from eating contaminated dry dog food, she started to do some research and preparing raw dog food for her dogs. She noticed phenomenal changes in her dogs and their overall health improved drastically. Based on the BARF (Biologically Appropriated Raw Food) diet, Raw Love’s food-based remedies are made from fresh raw meat, vegetables and fruit in the most natural forms. Biologically appropriate for dogs and cats, all the meals are nutrient-dense which aids the development of a solid immune system. The Raw Love kitchen is based in Cape Town with various suppliers along the Garden Route and in the greater Johannesburg area.

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Bonsai CARING FOR YOUR The beginners’ guide

Did you know that the word Bonsai translates to being planted in a container? The art of cultivating small trees dates back to the 14th century in Japan. A hobby once only enjoyed by the wealthiest and highest-ranking members in the Japanese society, the art of bonsai is now enjoyed by people from all over the world!

Purchasing a bonsai tree The best tree for beginners is the Ficus .

Grown indoors, this tree is tolerant to low humidity and can withstand quite a lot. There are thousands of trees, each needing their own type of care. Have a look at www. willowbonsaishop.com, where you will find anything and everything you might need to cultivate your bonsai.

Positioning Read up on your specific bonsai. The two most important aspects of positioning your tree is lighting and humidity. It should be kept in lots of sunlight, but no direct heat. Humid conditions will help to keep the soil moist.

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Watering Once again, each bonsai to its own. The rule of thumb is to water when the topsoil is dry.

Because the soil is so shallow, it can dry out very quickly. As the seasons change, adjust the water accordingly. Watch out for overwatering too! Best advice: look at your bonsai daily and decide. You will soon get to learn exactly what your bonsai needs.

Pruning This is where the tricky part comes in and we’ve struggled with this the most. There is maintenance pruning and then there is structural pruning - both vital to keep the compact shape of your tree. Maintenance pruning includes snipping away at the branches, leaves and buds to promote new growth. Structural pruning includes shaping the tree in a way that you want it, either with cutting or wire-bending.

Soil and fertiliser Mix in large rocks with your soil to improve drainage. Fertiliser, such as Nitrosol and Seagro is perfect and should be added to your bonsai on a monthly basis.

And, there you go! If you want to know more about bonsais, there are thousands of resources out there to educate yourself. You can even join the Pretoria Bonsai Club – one of the oldest Bonsai clubs in South Africa - and attend beginner or advanced technique classes. Bonsai trees can live for up to 800 years, so if you take good care of your little tree, it can even become a family heirloom!

Fun fact The oldest bonsai tree in the world is 400 years old and it survived the Hiroshima bombing in Japan in 1945!

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e know that the many facets of taking care of a bonsai tree may be intimidating, but once you know the ins and outs of your little tree, it might just develop into a life-long hobby.

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DR. JUANRI JONCK She’s the owner of LifeLAB and works as medical doctor and health coach together with a group of phenomenal Pretoria-based, female entrepreneurs.

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he topic on everyone’s lips: Corona. Dr. Juanri says she is very impressed with the way President Ramaphosa stood up to the plate and enforced lockdown. “This gives our medical services the chance for much needed preparations by flattening the curve.” LifeLAB’s doors have been open right through the whole Corona debacle. “Even during the time of COVID-19 people are still getting normal ear infections and kids are still falling off of structures and need sutures, so our doors are still open,” says Dr. Juanri. They have, however, taken some steps like limiting their opening times and scheduling video consultations where they can. Their intravenous Vitamin C therapy has been limited to high risk patients like those over 60 and people with immune impairments like cancer patients, HIV patients and those with primary Immune Deficiency.

When it comes to curing COVID-19, Dr. Juanri says that there are numerous teams working on all kinds of methods. Some have come up with possible ways to fight the virus with existing medication which include Malaria meds like Chloroquine and specific antivirals like Favilavir, which apparently show promise in China. Others have been developing new COVID-19-specific treatments like the TZLS-501 which reduces inflammation caused by the virus and AT-100 which also reduces the respiratory (lung) inflammation, as well as generating an immune response to respiratory diseases. There are also teams developing vaccinations to protect those not yet infected. Dr. Juanri says that while these teams are hard at work on treating and preventing the virus and its spread, the best thing we can do is to flatten the curve.

According to her people are realising the importance of proactively looking after their health. This is exactly where the lifeLAB team fits in as their slogan is: Living better for longer. People want to optimise their health and live the best version of themselves. “I am excited to meet more people who want to live their best lives possible,” the doc says.

Likes  Family  Spending time outdoors  Exercising

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WIN WIN WIN

You can be the lucky winner of 2 sessions in LifeLAB’s Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber and a revitalising Dermexel Chemical Peel, worth R1750.

Enter on www.hellopretoria.co.za.

Dislikes  Water wastage  Superiority complexes  Prescription of potentially harmful medications

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LifeLAB has a holistic approach to living (and looking) better for longer. They offer a weight loss clinic, intravenous therapy (including immune boosters, babyface drips, sport performance and detox drips to name a few), hormone optimisation, mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy and aesthetics, Little People Wellness (a kids clinic), physiotherapists, neuroplasticity, orthomolecular treatment (a potent form of hypnoses that has been very successful with problems ranging from addiction to weight problems), a somatologist, a nail technician and soon also molecular hydrogen therapy.

With 10 stations and more than 10 supporting bus routes, step off Gautrain relaxed, into a city of progress and promise.

Gautrain is your golden link to explore the endless opportunities of Gauteng

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