ENTERTAINMENT

THE GREAT INDOORS

LISTEN Mother’s Meeting is a hilarious podcast that revolves around the theme of parenting and is hosted by British Youtuber and bestselling author, Louise Pentland. Every week Louise is joined by two special guests (one of which was The Pussycat Dolls star, Kimberly Wyatt!) who have an in-depth discussion about the struggles of having kids and also offer up some great #MumHacks as well their best buys. It’s relatable and realistic and isn’t too long – each episode is about 29 to 35 minutes. Whether you’re a parent or not, we highly recommend listening to this podcast if you’re in need of a good giggle. www.podcasts.apple.com

Entertainment picks for the ultimate lazy weekend in

It’s that time of year when many Joburgers migrate away from the city towards the beach or bush for the Easter break. But don’t stress if you don’t have any vacations planned this April because we have some fantastic entertainment recommendations that will keep you glued to your couch all weekend long.

READ The Perks of Being a Wallflower author, Stephen Chbosky has recently released his long-awaited second novel – Imaginary Friend. The story follows the life of Kate Reese and her son Christopher as they move to a new town to escape Kate’s abusive relationship. All is well in their new lives until Christopher goes missing for a few days and returns completely unscathed, apart from a voice in his head that only he can hear. Imaginary Friend has come as a surprise to fans of Chbosky as there was little to no warning that the author was penning a second book, but what’s even more surprising is the switch in genre from Young Adult to Horror. So, does the novel live up to expectations? Not if you’re looking for the same kind of self-reflexive coming of age story as The Perks of Being a Wallflower, but certainly if you’re looking for an exciting read with great character development. Imaginary Friend is an amazing read in its own right, although we don’t recommend reading it alone at night! Available for R333 from www.exclusivbooks.co.za

WATCH Netflix has released another totally bingeworthy original series titled Restaurants on the Edge. This reality show follows three experts – one chef, one interior designer and one restauranteur – as they travel the globe in order to transform failing restaurants. From a small eatery in China that’s serving pasta to an Austrian hostel that refuses to put schnitzel on the menu, the team helps rebrand the businesses by encouraging them to embrace and take inspiration from the culture that surrounds them. Expect mindblowing transformations as they redesign the décor and the menu. Restaurants on the Edge is an uplifting show that’s easy to watch and is perfect for couples and families.

MAKE Heat things up this autumn by cooking up some spicy and authentically Indian dishes from respected entrepreneur and influencer, Naqiyah Mayat’s new cookbook The Beginning: Indian Recipes from my Home. The book explores how to make modern Indian dishes while giving new meaning to the term a melting pot of cultures, as it makes use of ingredients and flavours that are found in Hindu and Muslim kitchens. The Beginning: Indian Recipes from my Home has over 80 unique recipes that celebrate Naqiyah’s food memories and give readers instructions on how to make the most delicious mutton dhal gohst, red masala chicken, crab curry, samosas and more. With this book on your pantry shelf, you’ll never have to order in again! Available for R450 from www.naqiyahmayat.com

… come to Time Square THE WORLD’S BIGGEST BANDS

Sun International’s Time Square continues to deliver on its promise to bring the world’s biggest bands to Pretoria. In November this year, the legendary band +LIVE+ returns to the Sun Arena for the second time.

+LIVE+ was the international music act to grace the Sun Arena stage as part of the awesome lineup of entertainment to mark its opening in November 2017. The only venue of its kind in Pretoria, the 8 500 seat Sun Arena has since played host to a myriad of international and local concerts, exhibitions and lifestyle events. International artists and bands that have graced its stage include Bryan Adams, Tamia, Bryan Ferry, Eric Benét, Tevin Campbell, Ben Harper, Kenny Lattimore and The Script amongst others.

Thousands have also flocked to be part of events such as the Appetite Fest, Rush ESports and Geek Fest, Capital Singers, Marvel Universe Live, the New Year’s Eve Block Party, Joyous Celebration and more.

+LIVE+ will perform at the Sun Arena on 6 and 7 November this year as part of the band’s 25th Anniversary Throwing Copper Tour. Presented by AMP Events, the show promises to feature all the highlights from the multi-platinum band’s incredible 30-year repertoire. The concert features the original +LIVE+ band members: Ed Kowalczyk (vocals, guitar), Chad Taylor (guitar, backing vocals), Patrick Dahlheimer (bass) and Chad Gracey (drums, percussion).

As one of the most successful and enduring alternative bands of the last thirty years, +LIVE+ has a catalogue featuring some of alternative rock’s most iconic hits, including “Lightning Crashes”, “I Alone”, “Selling the Drama”, “The Dolphin’s Cry”, “Overcome” and “Heaven” many of which have been responsible for shaping the musical landscape for alternative rock around the globe.

“When we opened the Sun Arena in 2017, we made the promise to bring the biggest and best in entertainment from around the world to Pretoria which has historically been missed by international touring artists. +LIVE+ at our Sun Arena for the second time is part of this promise,” says Ruben Gooranah, Acting General Manager: Time Square.

Don’t miss this epic show at the Sun Arena from on 6 and 7 November 2020. Tickets are available at Computicket and are priced from R495 per person. Enjoy the show and stay over at The Maslow Time Square.

At The Maslow at Time Square, the luxury is in the detail and the emphasis is on the experience. A first for South Africa, the hotel offers multiple levels of accommodation, from standard to premium all under one roof. Its 238 guest rooms are arranged on 17 stories to offer sweeping views of the bustling Menlyn Maine Precinct, dotted with beautiful Jacaranda trees as far as the eye can see.

The Show and Stay package includes:  Two show tickets per room on the day of arrival  Accommodation inclusive of breakfast  Free parking on site  Can be booked using Leisure Points 209 Aramist Avenue, Pretoria 1 www.suninternational.com E @timesquarersa D @timesquarersa Q @timesquareza