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f you’re anything like me, you’ve probably left your end-of-year plans – where to go, what to cook, who to invite, what to gift – to the last possible minute. it’s not intentional but a symptom of the season; it’s time to take it easy, even if it is much to the frustration of more organised family and friends. fear not, we’ve thought of everything and it’s all in this issue. first things first, the practical stuff. Going away over the holidays, whether it’s a mini-break or two weeks in the Maldives (if it is the latter, you’re going to love our design guide to the island country), can seriously stress out a plant parent. turn to Gardens Editor heidi Bertish’s practical ‘have Plants, Will travel’ feature and save yourself the angst and heartache of coming home to a chlorophyll graveyard. then there’s the eternal question: what are we going to make? Who better to answer that than this month’s cover star Lorna Maseko, whose foolproof crowd-pleasers will give you every reason to celebrate. But it’s not just about the food, as you’ll discover in ‘the Plaas Supper’, decor Editor Edwain Steenkamp and former Condé Nast House & Garden staffer-turnedflorist Estee Kershoff ’s masterclass in creating a captivating table setting with dried foliage. of course, what would december be without gifts, right? from ‘just something small’ to the dreamiest designer pieces, you’ll find a present for everyone – yes, even that person – in this issue. from our family to yours, may these holidays be your most festive yet. See you next year.
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Banish boring present giving with this month’s must-buys There is no better way to usher in the festive spirit than with a limited-edition bottle of Moët & Chandon’s Impérial champagne, which also celebrates the brand’s 150th anniversary. moet.com
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design know-how anD Decor Details that make the look
A selection of dried foliAge And flowers from Alsmeer, including bleAched AmArAnthus And hydrAngeAs; chAir And tAblewAre from weylAndts
sustainable and spectacular, a hanging installation of preserved flowers and foliage is more achievable than it looks. using a cage fashioned out of chicken wire, start by inserting the larger branches until sufficiently built up then fill in with smaller dried bunches.
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Collective Soul
‘eclectic’ is a word we tend to use often, but we really mean it: mix things up. starting with a neutral base – textured linen is always a safe bet – pair inherited pieces and antiques with high-end and polished designs. For an especially modern interpretation, keep to a single variety per vase instead of traditional mixed arrangements. from left: ‘z3’ flAke-rim vAse (with wArAtAh proteAs), r924; And ‘z2’ flAke-rim vAse (with dried poppy And Allium pods), r957, both vorster & brAye cerAmic design; tom dixon ‘bAsh’ vessel in brAss (with king proteAs), r4 875, crémA design; ‘the wild bunch signAture vAse’ in ochre (with kooigoed), r600, the wild bunch; dried hydrAngeA centrepiece; ‘longo’ vAse in topAz (with pincushions), r1 195; And ‘lelA’ vAse in red (with scArlet bAnksiAs), r1 695, both lA grAnge interiors; nebnikro ‘missing kissing you’ vAse in blue, r3 000, Akjp studio
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Material Gains Fabric as gift wrapping breathes new life into the festive season tradition. It is as unusual as it is beautiful, especially in sun-bleached hues of biscuit and brick. What’s more, fabric is surprisingly easy to manipulate around most shapes and can, of course, be used again. a pin or loose stitch will secure the material around the gift with the help of a ribbon further keeping things in place. a small wreath made of dried twigs and flowers woven into a ribbon of organza or velvet completes this savvy take on gift wrapping. ‘belgA elisAbeth’ sheer fAbric in sAnd, por, home fAbrics; orgAnzA ribbon in brown, from r30, the beAd shop; ‘brAndo’ fAbric in vAnillA ice creAm, from r655, blAck fAbrics; petershAm ribbon in copper, from r47, super florAl; ‘sumo’ fAbric in clAy, from r350, hertex; velvet ribbon in white, from r50, ebony And ivory; linen curtAin (bAckdrop), r895, weylAndts
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In full bloom here, pincushions are staggered asymmetrically on top of one another to create a sculptural effect. assemble a base with floral foam bricks that have been thoroughly soaked in water. stacking a few blocks on top of one another at different angles, insert flowers and remember to water daily. n Alsmeer 8 alsmeer.co.za; Franschhoek Flowers 8 franschhoekflowers.co.za A vAriety of leucospermum cordifolium pincushions in tones of yellow And orAnge
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For the ages glass-top tables work surprisingly well alongside darker accents, helping to create volume and reflect light, instead of absorbing it. Being as versatile as it is, a glass-top dining table is an investment piece. Pictured here, the ‘capitol complex’ stained-oak dining table with a glass top and ‘capitol complex’ chairs with armrests by cassina, available from True design 8 truedesign.co.za
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1 1. GALLOTTI & RADICE ‘LAYER’ DINING TABLE, FROM R87 500, CASARREDO; 2. SIXTH FLOOR ‘BEETLE’ DINING CHAIR IN MUSTARD, R1 699, SUPERBALIST; 3. BØRGE MOGENSEN ‘HUNTSMAN BM1106’ DINING CHAIR, POR, CARL HANSEN & SØN
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abandoning traditional dining chairs, new life – and comfort – can be brought to the table with dining sofas and upholstered armchairs. While elevating comfort during mealtimes, this seating solution creates an intimate atmosphere. Pictured here are ‘Loafer’ armchairs with the ‘Flowerpot’ pendant light by &Tradition, all available from créma design. 8 cremadesign.co.za
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THE ‘LINEAR STEEL’ DINING SET BY MUUTO, AVAILABLE FROM CRÉMA DESIGN
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DINING SET FROM THE ‘SOLID’ COLLECTION BY MANUTTI, AVAILABLE FROM PLAISIR DU JARDIN
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Have plants, will travel Nothing kills a holiday after-glow faster than arriving home to a room full of wilting plants. Here are a few quick and simple tips for keeping your plants healthy and happy while you’re away december 2019 houseandgarden.co.za
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he dilemma is real. as an obsessive houseplant collector, how does one enjoy an anxiety-free summer holiday at the height of the growing season? given the fact that you are currently watering a windowsill of herbs, pots of flowering orchids, delicious monsters, a fiddleleaf fig and an army of ferns, a two-week absence could seal their fate - and not in a good way. Fear not. There are numerous quick and easy ways to ensure your houseplants survive temporary abandonment. and the best thing is, it only takes a few minutes to do before you rush out the door to catch your plane. The simplest method is to place your pot plants together in a sink or bath lined with capillary matting or a couple of thick, wet towels. capillary matting is an absorbent, felt-like fabric which you drape at one end into a basin of water. It absorbs water, which means plants can draw up moisture when they need it, helping you avoid the deathly consequences of over- and underwatering. drench your plants just before you leave. Then, close your blinds to protect them from direct sunlight. If you’re concerned your sunloving specimens won’t survive in low-light conditions, don’t be. during the short space of time you’re away, water stress has a bigger impact on the health of your plant than a spell with lower light levels. Plants in pots that are too big to move are less likely to dry out. Follow the steps above – generous watering and closed blinds – and if you can fit a shallow saucer underneath the base, fill it with water before you leave. Plants most at risk include thin-leafed varieties such as herbs and ferns, those in small pots – their modest volume of soil will dry out a lot quicker than those in larger pots, as well as plants in porous or unglazed terracotta or cement containers. grouping these plants tightly together will further reduce water loss by creating a humid microclimate, as plant leaves trap water vapour from one another. Five minutes work, for holiday peace of mind. The Bahamas, here we come. n
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Hotel for plants Patch Plant Hotel is the world’s first hotel for plants and takes customised care of your green plant babies while you, the parent, enjoy a well-deserved break out of town. The hotel understands that some of its guests need time in the sun, while others prefer spots in the shade, and a team of experts accommodate all of its green guests accordingly. Keeping a houseplant alive isn't always easy, especially for working plant parents who don't have time to move plants around to ensure they receive enough light. 8 patchplants.com/plant-hotel opposite page 1. Schefflera arboricola ‘Variegata’ (Variegated dwarf Umbrella tree); 2. SyngoniUm podophyllUm – pink (pink arrowhead plant); 3. ficUS lyrata (fiddle-leaf fig); 4. pilea peperomioideS (chineSe money plant); 5. SyngoniUm podophyllUm (arrowhead plant); 6. ficUS elaStica ‘Variegata’ (Variegated rUbber
plant); 7. philodendron ‘XanadU’; 8. codiaeUm VariegatUm (garden croton or Variegated croton); 9. monStera delicioSa (SwiSS cheeSe plant) all plantS are aVailable from 117kloof in cape town % 076 484 3865
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#10SOAPOPERA: MasterBathrooms
once a communal room used by the greeks as ancient spas, the modern bathroom has become more private: a place to unwind in a sudsy bath and reflect on your day. Budget and space permitting, a master suite should capture the conviviality of roman baths, but also be a place in which to luxuriate and regenerate. The dressing room/bathroom suite should be as large as the bedroom. Make it inviting, because bathing and dressing should be pleasurable. {1} Find a balance between openness and privacy. For example, showers and toilets should be behind doors. {2} usually, the main bathroom is used by two people, so create individual nooks that include basins and vanities. Let natural light filter in through translucent glass or louvre shutters that can be adjusted depending on privacy requirements. {3} Private courtyards that bathrooms look onto enhance privacy and provide a pleasing outlook. Consider adding an outside bath or shower. There is nothing more enchanting than a moonlit soak. {4} Make wet areas distinct from dressing areas with different floor finishes: tiles in wet areas, and plush carpets in dressing rooms that feel cosy underfoot. While guest bathrooms can be fanciful expressions of colour, this does not apply to main bathrooms. Choosing calming textures and soft whites as the dominant colour advertises sparkling cleanliness. Mirrors must serve different functions: small, well-lit mirrors highlight while full-length mirrors offer a top-to-toe reflection. When it comes to dressing-room storage, closed cupboards make
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for an uncluttered aesthetic and keep clothes protected from dust and other undesirables such as fish moths. open shelves break the monotony of endless cupboards and serve as display units for attractive accessories. {5} Custom design dressing rooms to individual needs. a general rule of thumb is to make cupboards with shelves for clothing shallower than those for hanging (45cm for folded clothes, and 60cm for hanging). Women typically need more full-length hanging space (do allow for some in men’s wardrobes to accommodate coats). stacked cupboard rails optimise space. shoe storage either has to be shallow (one pair of shoes deep) or angled so that you can see the second row behind the first row. You must be able to adjust the height of the racks to accommodate boots and be able to pull the ones on the lower level out for easier access. a dressing-room island replaces the old-fashioned dressing table. It provides a play on height from a wall of full-length cupboards and serves as a display surface for decorative items such as perfume bottles and flowers. house an electronic hub in the dressing room for alarm panels and charging stations. Keep these sleep interrupters out of bedrooms. The dressing room is an ideal place to include a chair or ottoman on which to take a moment to relax. 8 newmanarchitects.co.za @newman_architecture_design
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Beauty was always important in my family in all art forms. I decided early on that biology, particularly the biology of plants, was the most orderly and beautiful of them all. This, together with the outdoor freedom of my central african childhood, sealed the deal for my future career. Plants quietly stole me away.
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as I had seen done on historical maps. When my life had to change as a result of an accident, I realised I wanted a career that involved creating beauty with plants. I trained as a horticulturist. studying at what was then the durban corporation gave me an excellent grounding. I learned about everything from trees to golf courses, and from nursery production to natural areas. I became aware of the precarious balance in which nature exists, and how much damage we do to the planet daily. at times, I feel this as physical pain.
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top left and bottom right Franchesca in the multiFaceted garden she designed at leeu estate in Franschhoek top right and bottom left designing in studio, marvelling at the growth on a recently completed project
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Franchesca Watson’s love affair with plants started at a young age. Here’s how it all began
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In Morocco, desIgner Matthew wIllIaMson dIscovered the handMade wooden and root furnIture by desIgn studIo now on the ocean, whIch takes prIde of place In the garden of hIs hoMe In Mallorca
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Trading bleak London for the sunny skies of DeiĂ , Mallorca, prince of pattern Matthew Williamson has reinvented himself as an interior designer TEXT tony torrecillas phoTographs GermĂ n saiz
hen I was growing up in Manchester in the northwest of England, which is by all accounts a very grey city, my mother stood out like a peacock,’ begins Matthew Williamson. ‘She dressed in vibrant colours, combining her garments in unusual ways. Many people considered her an eccentric. When she entered a room, everyone gravitated towards her. It is harnessing that power over people that made me dedicate myself to fashion.’ So it was that the boy from Manchester, who at six years old painted his bedroom in lavender and silver, would go on to become one of the top names on the British runway – that is, until three years ago. Exhausted by the shows, the capricious critics and the ephemeral trends, he decided to close the fashion chapter of his eponymous label, focusing instead on what he now recognises as his true vocation: interior design. 66
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‘It was at that breaking point that a friend, concerned, gave me the keys to her house in Palma to disconnect. It was summer in Mallorca, and when I arrived I was greeted by a marblefloored mansion – it was all way too grand for me, nevermind the tumult of tourists that flooded the streets outside. That was not what I needed,’ says Matthew. ‘So, I asked the driver to show me the island. He studied me carefully for a minute – and took me to Deià.’ Upon arrival in the historic town, wedged between mountain and sea, its earth-toned homes peeking out between olive and orange groves, Matthew found the quieter, friendlier reprieve he had been looking for. He promptly asked the driver to stop the car – and Deià is where he stayed. His home is, similarly, discreetly tucked away, accessed via a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it path that leads you to the front door of the typically Mallorcan abode. True to the island’s vernacular, there are straw-shaded verandahs, a pool executed with masonry walls and a profusion of wrought iron and sun-bleached wood. The interiors, however, go completely off-piste, as visitors crossing the threshold see
clockwise, from left designerturned-decorator Matthew williaMson at his hoMe in Mallorca; Matthew’s showrooM, founded in collaboration with studio bconnected, in the santa catalina neighbourhood, PalMa; the Matthew williaMson-designed suite at the belMond la residencia hotel
in deià features furniture by ines cole and botanical works by John derian and alan hydes previous spread after buying his house in deià, Mallorca, Matthew reforMed the exterior, drawing insPiration froM the colour blocks of Mexican architect luis barragán
a kaleidoscope of exotic colour and animal print – Matthew’s design forte. ‘I always worked with tones, textures and volumes, the only difference is that I now do it in an interior space and not on skin,’ he says. He is currently wielding a paintbrush, customising the wallpaper that covers his living-room walls. It is the ‘almudaina’ print from his Deya collection for osborne & Little, the brand that gave him his first break in interiors back in 2013. It coexists effortlessly with a sofa from British upholstery company Duresta (which he also designed), candles and his acrylic artworks. The overall effect is completely on-brand for Matthew: sophisticated, opulent and, as he likes to say, gypsy. ‘Mallorca has allowed me to see everything from a fresh perspective, and to start over,’ he says. ‘It has made people bet on me again, but this time as an interior designer.’ He’s referring to his most recent work, both in Deià: nama Bar, which is dripping in electric blue and feather motifs, and suite 67 of the Belmond La residencia hotel. ‘Then there’s my other adventure, the shop in Palma that I opened in collaboration with local architecture and design studio Bconnected,’ he says. ‘along with my designs are pieces that fascinate me. In this space, I want to capture my particular vision for decorating, as if observing it through the eyes of a peacock.’ Matthew Williamson 8 matthewwilliamson.com n
clockwise, from top dishes designed by Matthew for british retailer debenhaMs; one of Matthew’s Paintings on a table froM studio now on the ocean; the living rooM is full of the fabrics and Patterned
PaPers that Matthew created for osborne & little right an eclectic collection of furniture Pieces, Patterned wallPaPer and Mixed Materials by Matthew
‘I always worked with tones, textures and volumes, the only difference is that I now do it in an interior space and not on skin’ matthew williamson
Matthew’s shoP in PalMa, with wicker, brass, furniture Pieces Painted in fluorine tones, flowers and butterflies, which define his soPhisticated gyPsy style
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DESIGN NOTES MATTHEW WILLIAMSON ‘DEYA MEADOW’ WALLPAPER, POR, HOME FABRICS
VELVET CUSHION WITH ANGRY CAT EMBROIDERY, POR, GUCCI; SIXTH FLOOR ‘BAHARI’ VASE IN BLUE, R599, SUPERBALIST
VELVET LAMP SHADE IN BLUE, R200, EDGARS
‘HARDY’ TWO-SEATER SOFA IN LEGEND OCHRE, R11 699, SOFA COMPANY
‘PINK FLOWER’ FRAMED PRINT, FROM R2 990, PEZULA INTERIORS
HEXAGON COFFEE TABLE IN GOLD AND BRONZE, R3 990, SHF
SHINY POLISHED ALUMINIUM LAMP BASE, R3 100, CÉCILE AND BOYD
P H O T O G R A P H S : G E R M Á N S A I Z , S U P P L I E D ; P R O D U C T I O N : E D WA I N S T E E N K A M P
MARIELLA IENNA ‘PITAGORA’ RUG, R79 910, ROCHE BOBOIS
‘KASHNI’ HAND-PAINTED BEDSIDE TABLE, R3 595, PILGRIMAGE SPACES
‘GRIFFIN’ CHAIR IN BLACK, R1 499, SUPERBALIST; ‘STELLA NIGHT’ TILE IN BLACK, FROM R475, DECOBELLA
‘TOOT’ BRASS SIDE TABLE, FROM R5 900, LA GRANGE INTERIORS
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age of discovery Returning to South Africa, a photographer finds the local art scene brimming with talent and energy text edwain steenkamp photographs greg cox production piet smedy
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left to right view of cape town’s clifton beach from the apartment balcony; the living room boasts work from some of south africa’s finest designers, as well as photographs by homeowner barry salzman
clockwise, from top left interconnected tables by vogel design in the living room; ceramic matters pieces, a self-portrait by zanele muholi and a photograph by barry adorn the walls behind a custom-made bar, which is neatly hidden behind blue panels; the openplan kitchen allows barry to interact with guests when he is cooking; a custom rug by moonbasket and a side table by laurie wiid and ceramic matters are among the stand-out pieces in the living and dining rooms
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omething unexpected hits you when you’re in this apartment,’ says businessmanturned-full-time-artist-and-photographer Barry Salzman. He’s right. After stepping away from the buzzing streets of Clifton, the sudden quiet in his apartment is disarming. The energy that usually informs this popular coastline all but evaporates, making way for a more contemplative and serene atmosphere – Barry cherishes this, having worked in the corporate world abroad for over 30 years. ‘My apartment in New York enabled me to experience what was beyond its walls. When I am here though,’ he says, ‘it’s the exact opposite. This apartment wants to keep me contained. The joy and pleasure of living comes from being inside.’ It struck him the first time he saw the apartment, which at that stage wasn’t for sale. Seeing its potential, he made an offer the previous owners accepted. ‘I don’t like using the word “fate”,’ says Barry, ‘but it feels that way.’ While minor elements were updated during the short renovation period, there was very little work done to the three-bedroom apartment, which was once two separate units. ‘The renovation project was really about finishes,’ he says. ‘The floors, ceilings and joinery were all redone but, architecturally, everything is the same as it was. The layout worked so well that I didn’t want
to change it.’ It was during the decorating process that Barry could make the space his own. ‘I wanted to use the apartment as a canvas to survey the local contemporary furniture and art scene,’ he says. ‘I wanted to tap into what is happening here in South Africa, so I spent a lot of time researching local designers and artists.’ Virtually everything in the apartment is by the finest designers and artists in South Africa. Among them are pieces by Vogel Design, Laurie Wiid and Dokter and Misses. Save for a self-portrait by Zanele Muholi – and elsewhere in the house another self-portrait by Tony Gum – all the photographs on the walls are by Barry, whose work often deals with difficult and painful subjects. Two such works are on opposite ends of his dining and living rooms; slightly-larger-than-life prints of women who survived the Holocaust at Auschwitz. ‘I want the art in my home, including my work, to be challenging,’ he says, ‘I want it to invoke conversation. I don’t believe important topics should be saved for spaces like schools and museums. The minute we permit ourselves to stop engaging with these issues,’ he adds, ‘we become complicit.’ Barry considers his apartment home in many ways, but also as an exhibition space. It’s the duality that exists in this seaside home-cum-gallery that makes it interesting. Barry’s exhibition, ‘The Other Side of Christmas’, will run until the end of December at the Deepest Darkest gallery in De Waterkant, Cape Town, and will explore life in the United States that exists beyond the veil of its image of equality and opportunity. Barry Salzman 8 barrysalzman.net Deepest Darkest Art Gallery 8 deepestdarkestart.com n
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‘I wanted to use the apartment as a canvas to survey the local contemporary furniture and art scene’ barry salzman clockwise the en suite bathroom makes the most of the dark palette and features a vanity laid with a textured stone surface from womag; homeowner barry salzman; the master bedroom features vibrant yellow side tables from dokter and misses and a woven rope armchair from weylandts
DESIGN NOTES ‘MONKEY BEAN’ FABRIC IN STONE, R1 860, ardMore
PLASCON PAINT IN BIG BLUE STAR P1-A1-1, FROM R180, buIlders warehouse
PLANTER IN GOLD METAL, R180, woolworths
CASSINA ‘279 BEUGEL’ CHAIR, FROM R18 817, true desIgn
WIID DESIGN AND ANTHONY C HARRIS FROM CERAMIC MATTERS ‘CURIOSITY 3’ BENCH, POR, wIId desIgn
OMBRE PLANTER IN MEDIUM BLUE, R299, poetry
P H o t o g r a P H s : g r e g C oX , s U P P l i e d ; P r o d U C t i o n : J a n i a d e l e y l a n d m a n
HINGED ONEDOOR UNIT, R7 000, dokter and MIsses
SOMNYAMA NGONYAMA, HAIL THE DARK LIONESS BY ZANELE MUHOLI, POR, stevenson gallery
‘RIGA’ ARMCHAIR BY ERIC JOURDAN, POR, lIgne roset
CERAMIC VASE, POR, ceraMIc Matters
‘GREYSCALE’ CARPET, POR, Moon basket
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an giuliano, the rose-coloured sicilian home and verdant garden of Marquis giuseppe Paternò castello di san giuliano, was built in the fifteenth century on land that had been in the family for over 800 years. Today, it is one of sicily’s most exciting gardens, for although mature trees convey a sense of permanence, it is regularly reinvigorated with new ideas and planting schemes. The marquis and his late wife Fiamma Ferragamo (best known as principal designer at her father salvatore Ferragamo’s shoe empire) spent 25 years creating the seven-acre garden. although it continues to evolve, the layout remains true to the original. There is a generous terrace in front of the house, an enviable collection of ornamental trees, a swimming pool and a large succulent and cactus bed at the entrance. In the nineties, the couple commissioned landscape architect olivia di collobiano to transform a walled orchard and a vegetable parterre into a lower garden known as the giardinetto. a first glance across the lawn reveals at least eight different species of palm trees, norfolk Island pines, australian grass trees 80
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(Xanthorrhoea australis) and a towering cedar tree. explore a little and you will find dragon trees, nepalese bamboo, a prized collection of african encephalartos and many other treasures. ever since she became head gardener in 2002, rachel Lamb has worked closely with the marquis. he is always excited to discover new plants, so she regularly rethinks planting schemes and introduces new plant varieties. a recent innovation has seen the giardinetto planted with a heady mix of perfumed and colourful varieties that fruit and flower throughout the year. Mediterranean plants thrive in the garden, despite fierce winter winds and searing summer heat, and thanks to a system of raised, stone water tanks and traditional irrigation channels, so does a collection of subtropical and tropical plants. Tropical water plants were among rachel’s new introductions to the garden last year – as well as varieties such as Caladium bicolor (angel Wings or elephant ears), planted in the damper, shadier areas of the giardinetto. she experimented with red and green leaves
in part of the tropical garden known as the ‘equatorial area’, with white-and-green-leaved caladium under the pergola that divides the giardinetto in two. according to rachel, these were a hit with the marquis: ‘he liked their white and marble-green elephant ears so much he wanted carpets of them.’ The marquis also likes to have every room in the house filled with vases of freshly picked flowers from the garden. as such, this year rachel increased the numbers of allium, narcissi, dutch iris and tulip bulbs, as well as adding more roses and asters to ensure a steady supply of fragrant blooms. The marquis’s mother used to grow dahlias in the vegetable garden and now rachel is staging their return with ‘a collection of brightly coloured, dinner-plate varieties’. The sculptural combination of agaves and aloes, spires of cycads and prickly pear requires constant cutting back to preserve the wonderful architecture of the plants, taking expertise and brute strength to work amongst the prickles and spines.
from left to right a water tank in the original stone reservoir supplies the garden over long summers; a collection of heat-loving barrel cacti, euphorbias and aloes; exotic palms and cacti; statementmaking foliage detail against a 15th-century stone wall
previous spread the cactus garden was first planted in the seventies. a recent renovation by a team of specialists has highlighted the dramatic shapes of the various cacti and succulents, which include yuccas, aloes, euphorbias, aeoniums and cereus
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from top to bottom the path through the giardinetto was tiled in an intricate pattern by artisans from nothern italy; the cacti stand guard in front of the family chapel
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bougainvillea
pachycereus marginatus
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echinocereus cactus flower
golden barrel cactus
golden bamboo
blue barrel cactus
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Low and
Slow
Overlooking the beach-front rice paddies of Comporta, Portugal, this cabana gets a site-sensitive update geared towards slow living text eduardo infante production Pete BerMeJo photographer Montse garriga
The pine exTerior of The cabin surrounded by rice paddies. Lisbon-based archiTecTure and inTeriors sTudio sa aranha & VasconceLos pLaced sTraw on The roof, TypicaL of comporTa archiTecTure
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in The LiVing room, cusTom sofas by sa aranha & VasconceLos were uphoLsTered wiTh Linen and Their arms fiLLed wiTh sea sand. The berber carpeT was boughT in morocco and, in The background, an arTwork by porTuguese arTisT LuĂs siLVeirinha
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t was so freshly painted, so achingly new and polished, that it seemed almost childish, a bit like a doll’s house, with everything so perfect. That is why it didn’t take us very long before we clearly saw that we were going to have to step in, make it warmer, more vivid and bring it back to nature,’ says designer rosário Tello, founding partner at Lisbon-based architecture and interiors studio sa aranha & Vasconcelos about the first time she laid eyes on this newly built cabin in the small town of comporta, Portugal. as such, rosário and her business partner, carmo aranha, began reflecting on what they believed was an absence of genius loci in the 170-square-metre home, comprising three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room, kitchen and large terrace. The missing pieces, of course, were easy to spot. as rosário had suspected all along, the atmosphere of space needed to be relaxed – even completely grounded – by a mélange of ethnic objets, fabrics and handmade pieces that carried the scratches and scuffs of age. ‘We wanted to bring it closer to the typical fisherman’s hut common in the area, many of which are now very chic residences,’ she continues. ‘That’s why we introduced the straw, which we used to cover some walls and the roof.’ Following a request from the homeowners, the interior walls were to be kept bone white, with the emphasis instead being placed on contrasting natural textures, and the accompanying colour palette of sandy tones. ‘We gave the space quite a tribal air,’ says rosário. ‘I suppose everything about the project took us there, to this idea of the artisanal, that concept of simple living.’ The duo drew heavily from the design vernacular of north africa, adding chairs from Ivory coast, Berber carpets, lamps made with branches and african artworks, in addition to custom furniture pieces designed by them, such as the sofas in the living room, their armrests filled with beach sand. ‘It is a fun but very practical detail, because it adapts to the arm and at the same time has weight, it is not a pillow,’ says rosário. ‘It is great for those times when you just want to sit back and chat for hours.’ This return to a more pared-back way of life is also echoed in the exteriors, where they have once again replicated the town’s vernacular architecture rather than opting for a glaringly polished approach. The result is at once comfortable and sophisticated (without forgetting the essentials, such as the mosquito nets that protect the porch), leaving the real stars of the show to take centre stage: the ocean views, surrounding rice paddies and seemingly endless time to reflect and relax. n
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cLockwise, from top Left The doubLeVoLume chiLdren’s bedroom feaTures cusTom sTraw Lamps and a wooL carpeT; aT sunseT, mosquiTo neTs encLose The enTire porch area;
in The dining room, a barber & osgerby for b&b iTaLia ‘Tobiishi’ cemenT TabLe, chairs by LocaL arTisans, and a rock The kasbah ‘paLmLeaf’ hanging Lamp; The pooL oVerLooks rice paddies
‘We wanted to bring it closer to the typical fisherman’s hut common in the area’ rosário tello
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‘Everything about the project took us there, to this idea of the artisanal, that concept of simple living’
aBoVe a sTone sink and sTrawLined waLL in one of The baThrooms Left in The bedroom, a sTraw headboard, ‘branche’ Lamp by rock The kasbah and cusTom aLuminumand-wood bedside TabLe
riGHt in The LiVing room, an ‘oda’ TabLe Lamp by puLpo and, on The waLL, waTercoLours by porTuguese arTisT bruno casTro sanTos
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‘MODERN ARC’ FLOOR LAMP, R3 995, weyLandTs
‘COCO BUD’ PENDANT LAMP IN NATURAL, R1 990, shf
ISTANBUL BY KEEFA, R1 980, peZuLa inTeriors
‘SMART STRIPES’ FABRIC, POR, maVromac and gaTehouse
‘JOOP’ OCCASIONAL ASHWOOD TABLE IN LIGHT GREY, R22 800, La grange inTeriors ‘ACAPULCO NATURE’ ARMCHAIR, R1 599, kare design
COUNTRY ROAD ‘GOZA’ CUSHION, R499, wooLworThs
COUNTRY ROAD ‘PARA’ STANDARD PILLOWCASE, R699, wooLworThs
‘ETHNIC’ BASKET IN NATURAL BLACK WITH YELLOW HANDLES, R599, superbaLisT
GEOMETRIC DESIGN WOOL RUG, R6 999, Zara home
‘ALLIE’ CHAIR IN WHITE, R1 350, paTio warehouse
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Opposite Effect
An extensive renovation marrying contrasting materials opens an Atlantic Seaboard home to mesmerising views text Natalie Boruvka photographs greg cox
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The enTrance window was designed as a conTemporary inTerpreTaTion of a sTained glass window opposite page porcelain Tiles cuT and laid in a herringbone paTTern clad The fireplace
ne would never guess that anything of the original structure remained,’ says Lauren Bolus of Make architects, reflecting on the remarkable renovation of this Camps Bay house built 30 years ago. ‘The beauty of the site, and the desire to embrace it, drove our intention to establish a design with a deliberate sense of transparency. We also wanted to juxtapose the concepts of heavy versus light in the use of materials.’ The house’s facade was entirely transformed. Previously a conventional affair punctuated by meagre windows, it is now an animated canvas of reflective glass contained within a framework of exposed concrete, I-beams and plastered surfaces in shades of grey. ‘In contrast to the geometry of the facade, the sea-facing north elevation is softly staggered to allow the landscaped garden to creep into the build,’ explains Lauren, who led the commission as principal architect together with the project architect, ruvimbo Moyo-Majapa. re-organising the layout across the two existing floor slabs was directed by a less-is-more approach. The original network of rooms gave way to fewer, larger spaces: two en suite bedrooms occupy the entire street level section and, at ground level, a lounge and guest bedroom front a pool terrace overlooking the garden. a third storey was added to meet the client’s request for a spacious open-plan living area that would maximise the sea and mountain views. ‘We didn’t want to restrict the flow of space or impede the panoramic sea-facing vista, which was rather ambitious given a floor area of 230 square metres. But our engineer stepped up to the challenge and worked out a solution that shunned any internal supports,’ says Lauren. The sense of weightlessness is amplified by a monumental concrete ceiling that floats at an angle on strip windows positioned to frame views of the mountains while concealing neighbouring properties. The hero of this space is the kitchen, which is apt since the couple are talented cooks and passionate entertainers. ‘We chose a rossana kitchen by eurocasa for the beauty of the materials and how they contrast as well as harmonise the space,’ she continues. The textures of glass, wood, burnished brass and stone establish a moody character that is offset beautifully by the lighter shades of the walls, floors and concrete ceiling. Furniture was carefully curated to enhance the contemporary environment. In the openplan living space, a ‘Turned’ table by gregor Jenkins anchors the dining area, while a modular sofa from Minotti zones the lounge. although the clients had an existing collection of modern art, the expansive walls invited more. striking pieces by local artists such as Kilmany Jo-Liversage make a vibrant statement against the neutral palette in the living area, and portraits by dion Cupido lend further gravitas to the entrance stairwell, as they merge with the off-shutter concrete walls. ‘The home is a beautiful melding of architecture and interiors. It is a testament to the complete trust our clients had in us.’ Make Architects 8 makearchitects.co.za n
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glass folding doors leading onTo an expansive balcony inviTe panoramic views of The ocean. The sofa is from minoTTi and The arTwork is by kilmany Jo-liversage
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clockwise, from top left a peaceful courTyard planTed wiTh billowy grasses and a pomegranaTe
‘The home is a beautiful melding of architecture and interiors’ laureN Bolus
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Tree; The eurocasa kiTchen; herTex wallpaper in The guesT baThroom; neuTral Tones in a bedroom
DESIGN NOTES
EUROLUX ‘P913B HARRINGTON’ PENDANT IN BLACK E27, R2 292, glo lighTing
TAVIDA718 BY KILMANY-JO LIVERSAGE, IN ACRYLIC, SPRAY AND MARKER, POR, eVerard read gallery
‘KISUMU’ SERVER, POR, Tonic design
DIDIER GOMEZ ‘NOMADE 2’ SOFA, POR, ligne roseT
STOOL WITH BALANCE TRAYS, R7469, kare design
P H o t o g r a P H s : g r e g C oX , s U P P l i e d ; P r o d U C t i o n : J a n i a d e l e y l a n d m a n
‘PIEDRA’ COFFEE TABLE IN GREEN, R7 459, kare design
COUNTRY ROAD ‘BEGA’ CUSHION, R499, woolworThs COUNTRY ROAD ‘BRAE’ WAFFLE CUSHION, R449, woolworThs
‘BALDUCCI CARVER’ DINING CHAIR, POR, okha
HERRINGBONE PLANKS IN CASTLE GREY, FROM R780, oggie
‘CLOUD’ RUG IN FAUX FUR, R499, mr price home
MERCURISED GLASS VASE, R439, Zara home
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can be paired perfectly with the winery’s immaculate double-gold award-winning wines, molecular cocktails, mocktails or teas. The spirit of experimentation and creative expression drives the kitchen’s engine and pushes the boundaries of molecular cuisine. Gåte at Quoin Rock 8 quoinrock.co.za/ gate-restaurant gate@quoinrock.co.za gate_at_quoin_rock 021 888 4750
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Between sea and sky a small island on the raa atoll in the Maldives elevates comfort to luxury status
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clockwise from top left The wooden deck of The sunseT luxury villa seems To floaT on The waTer; preTTy and pracTical, keTTal’s furniTure in The hoTel spa; graviTy-defying lighT shades aT vandhoo resTauranT; The Beach villas make The mosT of The island’s climaTe,
This one wiTh a pool on iTs doorsTep; Joali BoasTs a spa for Those in search of a liTTle exTra downTime previous page The arrival JeTTy’s design was inspired By The undulaTing movemenT of a swimming sTingray
icking a spot in a paradise made up of over 1 000 coral islands across 26 atolls is no easy task. But when it’s refined luxury in the wide-open waters of the Indian ocean you’re after, you need look no further than Muravandhoo, a small island found on the deepest of these natural coral rings – raa atoll. of course, in a stretch of the ocean as famous as the Maldives, it’s needless to say that natural beauty is in abundance: the pristine blue waters and near-white sand surrounding the lush greenery of each island is legendary. But what sets Muravandhoo apart from its neighbours is Joali hotel, which has veered away from the frenzy of gimmicks and tricks used to woo island holidaymakers. Instead, visitors draw on the calm shaped not only by the natural environment but also by the quiet sensibility of the hotel’s design. This is largely thanks to the vision of businesswoman and founder esin güral argat, who brought together all the right pieces to make Joali the stand-out island destination that it is. With the option of one-bedroom luxury beach or water villas, or more family-friendly residences that sleep up to four people, the Joali experience can easily be adapted to specific needs. restaurants like Vandhoo, saoke and Bellinis offer a wide choice of dishes and flavour profiles, from the Med to south east asia, and a few culinary surprises in between. From the villas to the dining areas, comfort is elevated to luxury status by european furniture design firm Kettal (available locally through casarredo), makers of the world’s finest outdoor decor. ‘The furniture is handmade in europe, using materials like teak, rattan and stone,’ says Kettal’s rosa aznar. ‘each piece is versatile and resistant to harsh weather conditions.’ Practicality aside, Kettal brings an december 2019 houseandgarden.co.za
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left The arrival lounge welcomes guesTs To Joali Below The mura Bar enTerTains long afTer sunseT, wiTh live shows and lighT sTreeT-sTyle food. JusT ouTside The Bar, lounges and a large pool allow guesTs To make The mosT of The warm and quieT maldivian nighTs
undeniable sense of luxury to the space, with furniture by designers such as Patricia urquiola and Jasper Morrison, and outdoor fabrics by doshi Levien. ‘While the furniture is designed by some of the most current and recognised designers,’ rosa says, ‘every piece of decor speaks to the soft, warm atmosphere of the Maldives.’ These contemporary designs also find their place alongside Kettal classics, such as the ‘Basket’ collection that was originally designed by nanna and Jørgen ditzel in the 1950s. Beyond the villas and jetties, guests have an entire ocean to explore. This particular part of the Indian ocean is well known for schools of stingray and tropical fish that guests can swim with or happily observe from paddle boats. as far as island destinations go, you are spoilt for choice in the Maldives, but Joali, with its unpretentious air and practical design sensibility, exudes a rejuvenated and alluring energy in the ancient archipelago. Joali Maldives 8 joali.com; Kettal 8 kettal.com; Casarredo 8 casarredo.co.za n
‘every piece of decor speaks to the soft, warm atmosphere of the Maldives’ Rosa aznaR
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Purity. Sensuality. Intelligence. This open-plan interior in Berlin offers ample space for cooking and socializing. It combines a wall-mounted b3 system with a bulthaup monoblock. Sleek sandy-beige aluminum panels from floor to ceiling on the kitchen wall contrasts with the texture of the brick in the dining and living area. The look and feel of the aluminum changes with the light, and introduces additional elegance and warmth to the room. Moreover, bulthaup’s unique anodizing method ensures the aluminum surfaces are exceptionally robust, and well suited for kitchen use. To see what else bulthaup kitchens have to offer, please contact your African retail partner domum.bulthaup.com
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Stuffed ChiCken with roaSted vegetableS
Cause for Celebration Lorna Maseko sets the mood for festive dining in her new cookbook
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STUFFED CHICKEN WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES serves 4
STUFFING: 1 cup breadcrumbs (or panko crumbs) 1 cup dried apricots 2 cloves garlic Few sprigs of thyme Few sprigs of sage 1T Dijon mustard 1/2 onion, finely chopped 100g baby spinach CHICKEN: 1 large chicken Drizzle of olive oil 100g butter Salt and pepper Sage leaves
hile television-presenterturned-celebrity-chef Lorna Maseko had always wanted to write a cookbook, for her, it was all about timing. after she finished two seasons of The hostess with Lorna Maseko, she says the book – which also contains a few of her memoirs – felt like the natural thing to do. ‘Writing my cookbook, celebrate With Lorna Maseko, was quite a reflective period of time for me,’ she says. ‘For many of the recipes, I went back to my childhood. It reminded me how far I’ve come, and why I should celebrate every aspect of my life.’ This is how Lorna wants readers and fellow foodies to interpret her book. ‘I hope my stories act as a reminder that anything is possible once you put your mind to it.’ While she admits she couldn’t possibly pick her favourite recipe from the book, she gave us a taste of a few stand-out dishes that celebrate everything we love about summer. lornamaseko 108
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METHOD 1. Blitz breadcrumbs,
Flour, for dusting Vegetable oil, for frying 12 boneless chicken thighs KIMCHI: 1/2 red cabbage, shredded 1/2 white cabbage, shredded 2T coarse salt 10 carrots, julienned 1 cup rice-wine vinegar 1T ginger, grated 1/2T sesame oil 1T sugar 2T chilli-and-garlic paste BAO BUNS: 5g dry yeast 1T salt 1 cup warm water 3 cups flour 2T sugar 1/2t baking powder 2 1/2T olive oil SRIRACHA MAYONNAISE:
apricot, garlic, thyme, sage, mustard, onion and spinach in a food processor to form stuffing. 2. Fill the cavity of the chicken with the stuffing, lay on a baking tray and drizzle with olive oil. rub the chicken with butter for golden, crispy skin. season with salt, pepper, and sage leaves. roast in the oven for 30 to 45 minutes on a low heat. 3. remove when the skin is golden brown and crispy. serve immediately.
BAO BUN AND INKOMAZIFRIED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH KIMCHI AND SRIRACHA MAYONNAISE serves 4 to 6
BATTER: 1 1/2 cup Inkomazi (buttermilk) 1T garlic powder 1T paprika Salt and pepper
bao bun and inkomazi-fried ChiCken thighS
1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup Sriracha METHOD 1. Mix batter ingredients,
add chicken thighs, refrigerate for at least five hours, longer is possible. 2. To make kimchi, place shredded cabbage into a bowl and cover with salt. set aside for two hours, or until cabbage is soft. 3. Mix remaining ingredients in a bowl. rinse the salt off the cabbage and add to the kimchi mix. Toss ingredients, then store kimchi in a jar. The longer it is left to ferment, the better it tastes. 4. To make bao buns, mix yeast, salt and warm water in a bowl and set aside for 15 minutes. In another bowl, mix flour, sugar and baking powder.
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add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients, then add olive oil and mix to form a dough. Place the dough on a floured surface and knead until smooth. Lightly grease a bowl and place the dough inside it. cover with clingwrap and allow the dough to rest until it doubles in size. 5. remove the dough from the greased bowl and knead for a further 15 minutes on a floured surface. divide the dough into 12 equal parts, then roll each one into an oval shape. Place a skewer in the centre of each dough ball and fold in half. 6. Place the buns on a greased tray and cover with a damp cloth until they
prove again and double in size. 7. Place water in a deep tray and bring to the boil. Place the bao dough on the baking sheet and into a bamboo steamer and steam, about six to eight minutes. remove the chicken from the fridge, dust with flour and deep fry until cooked – it should be crispy and golden brown in appearance. remove from the vegetable oil and place on a paper towel. 8. To make sriracha mayonnaise, mix all ingredients. serve in a ramekin. 9. serve steamed bao buns with crunchy chicken thighs, kimchi and sriracha mayonnaise. Perfect for Friday nights.
KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN WINGS serves 4 to 6
serves 2
2T Chinese five-spice Flour, for dusting 12 mini chicken wings 12 chicken drumsticks 1/2 cup barbecue sauce 1/2 cup honey 1/4 cup light soya sauce 2T Worcestershire sauce 2T gochujang (Korean chilli paste) 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1T ginger, crushed 1T ground mustard seeds 1 1/2 cups water Vegetable oil, for frying Black sesame seeds, for garnish 2 spring onions, chiffonaded, for garnish 2 large mild chillies, seeded and chopped, for garnish METHOD 1. combine chinese five-
gin-and-toniC and mintgrapefruit popSiCleS
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spice and flour in a bowl. coat chicken evenly with flour and set aside. 2. add barbecue sauce, honey, soya sauce, Worcestershire sauce, gochujang, garlic, ginger, mustard and water to a pot. Bring to a gentle simmer on medium heat, stirring frequently. The sauce must reduce, thicken and become sticky. 3. In a medium-size pot, heat oil, then add flour-coated chicken and fry for roughly three to five minutes, depending on portion sizes. don’t add too much chicken at once because it won’t cook as quickly. Place on a paper towel to remove excess oil. 4. Take the sauce off the heat and add the chicken, ensuring even sauce coverage. 5. remove chicken and place in a bowl. sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with spring onion and chopped chilli.
2T olive oil 250g cauliflower noodles 120g kale, chopped 150g fresh asparagus 25g Peppadews, chopped 1 avocado, pitted and sliced 2 eggs 2T vinegar 1/2 cup cashew nuts 1T olive oil 1T lemon juice Salt and pepper METHOD 1. In a saucepan, sauté
cauliflower noodles, kale, asparagus and Peppadews in olive oil over medium heat, about three minutes. 2. Transfer onto a serving plate, arrange the avocado to your liking and set aside. 3. crack each egg into a separate ramekin. In a pot, bring water to the boil, add vinegar and gently stir in one direction. drop each egg into the water gently and cook for four to five minutes. carefully remove with a large spoon and drain excess water. arrange eggs on top of the salad. 4. Lastly, sprinkle with cashew nuts, drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve.
GIN-AND-TONIC AND MINTGRAPEFRUIT POPSICLES serves 8 to 10
4 cups water 1 cup sugar 250ml gin (Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla is preferable) 1 cup tonic water, flat 1 cup grapefruit juice (keep broken segments of
grapefruit for garnish. Remove skin first.) Handful of mint leaves METHOD 1. dissolve sugar in water
in a pot on a stovetop. 2. allow to cool, using an iced bowl. 3. once cool, add gin, tonic and grapefruit juice to the bowl and stir. 4. Place a segment of grapefruit, and some mint leaves, into each Popsicle mould, pour in the gin mixture and freeze overnight.
BLOODY MARY
juice of one lime. Pour into individual glasses and garnish with lime slices, lemongrass and cucumber ribbons. It’s a classic that never gets old.
ASIAN-STYLE SEA BASS WITH FRESH CUCUMBER, CARROT RIBBONS AND PICKLED RED ONIONS ON A BED OF VERMICELLI NOODLES serves 4
serves 2 to 4
green Salad with poaChed eggS
1l tomato juice 1 cup vodka 3T Tabasco sauce 2T Worcestershire sauce 4 celery stalks METHOD 1. In a jug of ice, mix tomato
a bloody mary and tanqueray with elderflower toniC, lemongraSS, CuCumber and lime
juice, vodka, Tabasco sauce and Worcestershire sauce. 2. Pour the mixture into glasses and add a celery stalk to each glass and serve while still ice cold.
TANQUERAY WITH ELDERFLOWER TONIC, LEMONGRASS, CUCUMBER AND LIME serves 4 to 6
1 cup Tanqueray No. Ten (adjust amount according to your liking) 1/2 cup elderflower syrup 8 (200ml) cans of tonic water 2 limes, 1 juiced, 1 sliced 2 lemongrass stalks, chopped 1 cucumber, cut into ribbons METHOD 1. Mix Tanqueray, elderflower
syrup, tonic water and the
2 chillies, seeded and chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2t sesame-seed oil 2t fish sauce 2T low-sodium soya sauce 3T ginger, crushed 2T honey 2 limes, 1 cut into wedges, 1 for zest 1 cup water 1 1/2kg sea bass, scaled and cleaned 1 cup rice-wine vinegar 1 bay leaf 1T sugar 5 peppercorns 1 large cucumber, cut into ribbons 2 large carrots, cut into ribbons 1/2 cup beer A handful of fresh coriander 2 spring onions, chopped A handful of black sesame seeds Vermicelli noodles (or sushi rice) METHOD 1. Preheat the oven to 180Âşc. 2. Mix one chilli,
garlic, sesame oil, fish sauce, soya sauce, ginger, honey, lime zest and water in a bowl. 3. score the sea bass on both sides, each incision 2cm apart and 1cm deep.
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VANILLA-ANDBAILEYS PANNA COTTA WITH RASPBERRYAND-MINT SORBET AND BISCUIT CRUMB serves 4 to 6
PANNA COTTA: 5 gelatin sheets 600ml cream 600ml milk 3/4 cup caster sugar 2 vanilla pods 60ml Baileys Irish Cream A sprinkle of icing sugar, for caramelising SORBET: 500g caster sugar 700g strawberries (set aside a few for garnish) 700g raspberries (set aside a few for garnish) 50g mint leaves (set aside a few for garnishing) 1 lime, juiced 500ml boiling water
aSian-Style SeabaSS and vermiCelli noodleS
BISCUIT CRUMB: 1 1/2 cups crushed Tennis biscuits 1t ground cinnamon 1/2t nutmeg 1T caster sugar 150ml melted butter
4. Pour half the soya mixture
over the sea bass, and inside its cavity and scores. Make sure the fish is covered with these aromatic, asian ingredients. 5. spray a baking tray with cooking spray and place the sea bass on the tray into the oven, bake for about 20 minutes. 6. Mix rice-wine vinegar, bay leaf, sugar and peppercorns in a small pot and simmer over medium heat, about three minutes, then remove from the heat. 7. allow to cool, then add cucumber ribbons and carrots. set aside for about seven 112
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minutes, or until vegetables taste tangy or pickled. 8. In another pot, mix the remaining soya mixture with beer and simmer on medium heat, about three minutes. 9. once cooked, remove the fish from the oven and place on a serving plate. drizzle the soya mixture over it, and garnish with coriander, spring onions, the remaining chilli and lime wedges. 1o. remove cucumber and carrots from the pot, place on the serving plate and garnish with black sesame seeds. serve with vermicelli noodles or sushi rice.
METHOD 1. To make panna cotta,
place gelatin sheets in a bowl with hot water so that they are fully covered. allow to soften. Mix cream, milk and caster sugar in a pot and bring to a gentle simmer. 2. remove excess water from the gelatin and add it to the cream mixture. add Baileys and vanilla and mix until the gelatin has melted. 3. Pour the mixture into ramekins or glasses and allow to cool. To set the mixture, cover with cling wrap and place in the fridge overnight.
4. To make the sorbet,
melt caster sugar in 500ml of boiling water. stir and allow to simmer. Place strawberries, raspberries and a handful of mint in a blender and blend until smooth. remove sugar syrup from heat and leave to cool (you can speed up the process by placing the pot in cold water with ice). once the sugar syrup is cold, gently and slowly pour it into the blender and blend in short intervals. Lastly, add lime juice and continue to blend. 5. Place the sorbet into a square tub and freeze for two hours. You may need to scrape the icy crystals often with a fork. 6. return to the freezer until fully frozen. 7. Mix all ingredients for the biscuit crumb. Place on a baking tray and bake in the oven for six to eight minutes. 8. once crispy, create a crumb using a fork. 9. remove the panna cotta from the fridge and sprinkle with caster sugar. Blowtorch the caster sugar to caramelise it. 10. decorate with the remaining strawberries and raspberries. 11. serve the sorbet with the biscuit crumb and panna cotta. n
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