Seeff Atlantic Seaboard & City Bowl Property Pages Mag (now BLUE) July/Aug 2017

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ATLANTIC SEABOARD & CITY BOWL SPRING 2017

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SHIFTING PROPERTY MARKET REQUIRES NEW THINKING

Against a challenging economic backdrop, the market is undergoing an inevitable shift. Properties are taking longer to sell and prices are under pressure. Sellers need to be cognisant of the changing times which would likely necessitate lowering their price expectations if they now want to sell.

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lthough there is still plenty of activity to keep the property market ticking over and on a reasonable foundation, the market is shifting. Both sellers and buyers need to start think differently if they hope to achieve a successful transaction.

While there are notable regional and local variances in how the property market is faring, the overall picture is one of shifting fundamentals driven by the unstable political and economic outlook. Overall, the market is slower with fewer sales, properties are spending longer on the market, stock levels are rising and price growth is slower and stalling in most areas.

Conditions do still vary depending on the area, with some areas doing worse while others are still reporting excellent activity and positive price growth.

It is, therefore, best to consult with your local area expert to get a sense of local conditions.

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banks are still keen to lend, but are taking a more conservative approach to approvals while deposit requirements are on the rise. That said, the Seeff group is seeing a higher approval rate compared to last year, which is good news for buyers.

Interestingly, the Seeff group has also seen a number of high-value sales, not just in the Cape, but also in areas such as Pretoria East and Plettenberg Bay. Our group has concluded a number of high-value transactions on the Atlantic Seaboard, including R54m for three sales ranging to R27m in Camps Bay, a single sale of R82m in Fresnaye, a record sale of R32m in Hout Bay and R34m in Higgovale in the City Bowl.

The challenges faced by the market are here to stay for the time being and buyers, sellers and investors need to adapt their outlook and expectations. Sellers, for example, need to do their homework in terms of what is in demand and the price levels that the market

will now tolerate. Sellers should also be mindful of not just turning down offers unless they are quite certain that they can wait.

Buyers, on the other hand, are now looking for more negotiability.

Affordability is another aspect that is coming to the fore as costs rise and economic challenges mount. Buyers need to be aware of the stricter lending climate and need for deposits.

On the whole, the market is still holding up, and well-priced property, especially in secure estates, complexes or

neighbourhoods with good amenities and schools continue to attract good interest. Based on the current outlook, we see some good news for property owners in the recently announced reduction in interest rates.

SAMUEL SEEFF Chairman, Seeff Property Group

“Home is our Story, so be sure to start your next chapter with us.” – Samuel Seeff PUBLISHED FOR SEEFF BY CHAPEL LANE MEDIA

EMAIL: CHARL@CHAPELLANE.CO.ZA

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ATLANTIC SEABOARD, WATERFRONT & CITY BOWL HAVE A STABLE PROPERTY OUTLOOK

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lthough overall slower conditions the outlook remains positive for the Atlantic Seaboard, Waterfront and City Bowl property markets. The Seeff team have achieved some of the best results over the last few months.

Earlier this year, a record R400m in sales was achieved and in May, we transacted R54m in Camps Bay for just four properties ranging in price to R27m. In the City Bowl, we set a new sales price record of R34m in Higgovale. In Fresnaye, sales were concluded up to R18.5m and R19m while our Waterfront and Mouille Point team continues to achieve excellent results for sellers. Wellpriced new developments continue to sell at a pace as do apartments in the R3m-R4m price range in the mid-market areas and up to R16m in the upper end locations.

We are seeing high confidence in the market despite the mounting economic challenges. In addition to local Capetonians, buyers from across the country and globe continue flocking here. The latest data from Propstats shows that 30% of the R20m-plus sales this year, were to Johannesburg and upcountry buyers.

The market is shifting though and a number of key factors will characterise the market going forward. The first is asking prices, which are under pressure, especially at the upper end price levels. It is therefore vital for sellers to heed the

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advice of agents in regard to price realism.

The second point to bear in mind is that more stock is coming onto the market and that means more competition for sellers. At the same time, there are now fewer buyers, again just underscoring the need for accurate pricing.

With competition on the increase, sellers need to guard against awarding mandates on the basis of the highest price promised.

Experience has shown that working with a reputable and knowledgeable agent who has a long-standing track record in the area, consistently delivers the best results for sellers.

We expect the strong confidence in the Cape, especially in Blue Chip areas such as the Atlantic Seaboard, Waterfront and City Bowl, to continue and these will remain the stand-out areas where people migrating to the city will want to invest. It will also continue attracting the highest prices paid in the country.

BILLY RAUTENBACH

Sales Director Seeff Atlantic Seaboard V&A Waterfront Marina and City Bowl Contact Seeff

Camps Bay +27 (0)21 438 1055 Sea Point +27 (0)21 434 9175 City Bowl +27 (0)21 423 9146 V&A Waterfront +27 (0)21 425 5970

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COVER PROPERTY

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ENTERTAINMENT

THE FUGARD THEATRE IS STEEPED IN THE STORIES OF CAPE TOWN AND OUR SHARED HUMANITY

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TRENDS MOST VALUABLE HOMES

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ESTATE SAVVY GOING GREEN

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DESIGN VALCUCINE KITCHENS

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LIFESTYLE

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CAMPS BAY OFFICE VICTORIA ROAD, CAMPS BAY 021 438 1055

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CITY BOWL OFFICE KLOOF STREET, CITY BOWL 021 423 9146

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MARKET OVERVIEW

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SA SUBURBS ARE IN CAPE TOWN

Economic pressures and junk status notwithstanding, properties in the Cape are still fetching excellent prices, according to Samuel Seeff, Chairman of the Seeff Property Group. Seeff has concluded a number of recent high value transactions on the Atlantic Seaboard, including R54m for three sales ranging to R27m in Camps Bay, a single sale of R82m in Fresnaye, a record sale of R32m in Hout Bay and R34m in Higgovale in the City Bowl.

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LEFT: CLIFTON – Price: R100m. A 743m2 villa on a 1 041m2 plot in the sought-after new Clifton terraces that comes with the best address in the country, magnificent views, the latest architectural technology and styling, top class finishes, five bedrooms, luxurious living areas, an outdoor entertainment area and swimming pool, secure, multi-car garaging and more. (www.seeff.com WEB REF 413746) TOP: BANTRY BAY – Price: R90m. A luxury villa offering more than 700m2 in floor space and magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Superior design and craftsmanship combine for a luxurious lifestyle, a multitude of living rooms, six bedroom suites, expansive entertainment areas, a swimming pool, staff accommodation and garaging. (www.seeff.com WEB REF 413744)

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study done by Seeff, based on data from Lightstone and Propstats for the period 2011/2 to 2016/7, also reveals that Cape Town is now home to nine of the ten richest suburbs in the country, up from seven two years ago, says Seeff.

Clifton tops the list with an average selling price of R23 million. Only one Joburg/Sandton suburb – Sandhurst – ranks in the top 10 at fourth place with an average selling price of R16.5m.

This is two places lower since late 2015, while Westcliff and Dunkeld, meanwhile, have dropped off the top 10 list altogether.

The top 10 rank as follows: Clifton (R23m), Llandudno (R17m), Bantry Bay (R16,9m), Sandhurst (R16,5m), Camps Bay (R16,2m), Fresnaye (R16m), Waterfront (R16m), Higgovale (R16m), Bishopscourt (R15,1m) and Constantia Upper (R11,6m).

Seeff goes on to point out that the decline in the rankings of the top end Joburg and Sandton suburbs becomes even more pronounced in the R20mplus super luxury sector. High networth buyers are just not investing at the same levels in Sandton and even less in Pretoria East and, he says, the palatial homes there are still struggling to achieve the pace of sales and prices

that the Atlantic Seaboard and City Bowl are achieving.

Where prices have comfortably reached the R100m-R200m-plus price levels on the Atlantic Seaboard, Pretoria East has only had a single sale of R45m (Waterkloof, 2014) with R66m in Sandton (Empire Place, Sandhurst, 2016). Even in the City Bowl, Seeff has just concluded a record R34m sale and in Hout Bay R32m.

Seeff adds that he would have expected the figures to have been reversed, i.e. Joburg/Sandton achieving more sales and much higher prices considering Sandton’s status as the wealth capital of the continent

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MARKET OVERVIEW

TOP: CAMPS BAY – Price: R32m. A rare architectural villa close to the water’s edge with easy beach access in Bakoven/Camps Bay, situated on two corner plots that take advantage of dramatic bay and Lion’s Head views. It comes with expansive living areas, four bedrooms, a Beechwood-panelled study, wine cellar, games room with built-in bar, double garage and ample additional parking, staff accommodation, terraces and an outdoor entertainment area and swimming pool. (www.seeff.com WEB REF 384334)

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R16,9M

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and Pretoria East as home to the government and ambassadorial communities.

Why is there not the same level of confidence? Well, Seeff says that buyers and property investors, not just at the top end of the market, but across the board, want to know that they are investing in areas where service delivery and zero tolerance for corruption are hallmarks.

They want to know that their investment is not just safe, but that it will grow in value.

The shift in government in both the Johannesburg and Pretoria metros have been welcomed, but Seeff says that only once major inroads have been made there in terms of service delivery and cutting corruption, can we expect sales volumes and prices at the top end to start catching up to the Cape.

Lance Cohen, Seeff’s luxury market specialist for the Atlantic Seaboard area, compares what you can buy here compared to properties in Sandton and Pretoria East:

• In Atholl (Sandton), you can get an 818sqm house with extras such as a wine cellar, outdoor entertainment area, staff accommodation, multicar garaging and a swimming pool for R10.9m. A similar house in Camps Bay, for example, will cost R18m-R32m and in Bantry Bay as much as R30m-R40m.

• In Sandhurst (Sandton), a palatial French-chateau styled house with spectacular interiors, bespoke finishes and parklike grounds, is priced around R48m. A comparative property in Clifton, Bantry Bay and Fresnaye will cost around R75m-R185m, says Cohen.

• In the exclusive Mooikloof Equestrian Estate (Pretoria East), a palatial 2 291sqm home set on 10 000sqm of land boasts a grand homestead with seven bedrooms, luxurious living areas, a bar, wine cellar, home cinema theatre, huge gymnasium and sauna, tennis and squash courts, an

extra-length lap pool that leads from an enormous entertainment patio with pizza ovens, an outside boma, staff accommodation for three people, multi-car garaging and top class security is priced at R26m. A similar property in the Cape Town Southern Suburbs top areas of Bishopscourt and Constantia in Cape Town, has sold for R66m.

Land sizes are generally smaller in the Cape, as are the houses, especially when you look at the Atlantic Seaboard, although there are exceptions in Bishopscourt and Constantia.

What you get in Cape Town, though, is the fabulous location and lifestyle, underpinned by confidence and a more solid foundation, service delivery and an intolerance for corruption.

This, concludes Seeff, is arguably the biggest lesson coming out of the growth of the Cape property market and continued influx of people moving to the metro from other regions.

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Fabulous vistas and a prime location in Cape Town’s sought-after City Bowl is what makes Tamboerskloof such an exciting property market. As with the rest of the area, Tamboerskloof has benefited from excellent demand over the last few years, driving average selling prices up by more than double in under five years.

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he elevated location on the slopes of Lion’s Head and Signal Hill provides stunning views and the suburb is home to plenty of greenery. The mix of property means that there is something to suit every buyer’s need and budget, from well-priced apartments in older Art Deco-styled complexes to full title houses in a range of architectural styles, predominantly Victorian as well as modern architectural villas.

A big attraction is the German International School and the suburb is, therefore, very popular with German speaking buyers along with other European buyers who are investing in city property. As with the rest of the area, it is a desired location for buyers moving to the city from other provinces such as Gauteng.

Tamboerskloof is also a popular neighbourhood for holiday rentals, with Kloof Nek Road lined with a number of guesthouses and hospitality establishments, as well as trendy hangouts, bars and eateries for locals and visitors alike. Another draw card is nearby Kloof Street (in Gardens), one of the city’s iconic streets, which is lined with a host of attractions, from décor and antique stores to restaurants and more.

The economic pressures notwithstanding, the demand for property remains active in the suburb with some 25 property sales to the value of just under R190m recorded for this year at an average selling price of R7.5m.

Sales activity is split about 50/50 between sectional title and full title property. About 60% of all sales, predominantly full title properties, have sold above the R5m price band. Sales are also still taking place quite

rapidly, within well under a month from listing on average, and for a negligible 3.7% difference between the asking and selling prices.

Seeff agents, Doris Ricketts and Michael Hauser, says that working with the right agent and setting your price expectation at the right level, is what makes the difference. The agents, for example, recently sold a beautifully restored Victorian home for R9.6m within just one day of listing it and for 98% of the asking price.

Lightstone data reveals that about 64% of all property in the suburb is sectional title (1 199 units) and 36% are full title (687 units). It is a very stable area, with more than half of all property in the same hands for longer than 11 years. Buyers tend to be predominantly in the 36-64 year age group.

The suburb has seen excellent price growth over the last few years. Propstats data shows that the average sectional title selling price has almost tripled in just five years and now stands at R4m, up from R1.4m in 2012. The full title selling price has more than doubled over the same period, rising from R4.4m and now stands at R10.8m.

This scenic suburb also has an active Neighbourhood Watch to provide further peace of mind for residents and investors. Aside from being an excellent location for residential buyers, it is also sought-after for investments given the strong demand for rentals in the area.

Contact Seeff City Bowl +27 (0)21 423 9146 www.seeff.com

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Once the site of a terraced botanical garden established in the early 1800s, Bantry Bay properties, whether high on the slopes of Lion’s Head or down at the water’s edge surrounding the bay, almost universally enjoy spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. This includes glorious sunsets and beautiful mountain views as well. All this makes Bantry Bay one of the most sought-after, exceptional residential strips on Cape Town’s Atlantic coastline.

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his sensational simplex apartment boasts three bedroom suites, all en-suite. These rooms lead seamlessly onto the private pool deck with unobstructed ocean views, and with the pool getting the afternoon sun to keep the water nice and balmy.

The living areas are light and spacious, with an easy flow between indoor and outdoor entertainment areas. A very modern kitchen, with clean lines and all the latest appliances, services these areas with comfort. A fourth guest bathroom is available to visitors.

This apartment is one of only 16 units in this most exclusive and desirable development in wind-free Bantry Bay. Each apartment epitomises fluid form and

faultless functionality. Private, luxurious and tranquil, this secure home is perfect for the avid entertainer. Car elevators transport you to the basement parking lot with direct elevator access from two parking bays into your expensive 313m2 home. The complex enjoys 24-hour stateof-the-art security.

Bantry Bay remains one of the very best addresses on all of the Atlantic Seaboard and none sit as pretty as The Bantry apartments, right on the water’s edge. It is a rare opportunity when one of these properties come onto the market, offering you the chance to make this idyllic lifestyle your own. Please call the Atlantic Seaboard Luxury Apartment Specialists: Adrian Mauerberger & Cecily Sher.

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LIFESTYLE

OPULENT LIVING CONCEPT STORE & GALLERY

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uch like the high streets of popular European cities, Kloof Street has become one of Cape Town’s most celebrated design quarters, and the beautiful old building at No 24 was remodelled to form the buzzing and creative Opulent Living Concept Store & Gallery. “We chose Kloof Street as our location for its great energy,” says Opulent Living co-founder Barbara Lenhard. “It is so vibrant with its cool boutiques, lunch bars and coffee shops.

We feel surrounded by creativity. Plus, nearby Long Street and Bree Street, with their rooftop bars and restaurants, draw in an audience that, further up the mountain, enjoy stores that are a bit more niche.”

A black and white floor, high ceilings and walls in striking emerald green, offset by rich sapphire blue lamp shades, give the space a glamorous feel. These gem-like interiors showcase the key pillars of the Opulent Living brand: lifestyle, art and travel. Besides paintings and sculptures from both well-established and upcoming South African artists on display, luxurious lifestyle items are on show to offer a shopping experience with a difference.

“We source products that we feel fall under the umbrella of ‘the finer things in life’ and present them all under one roof to tickle the fancy of the discerning customer. It’s all about accessible luxury; we have curated a covetable mix that I feel appeals to a vast range of shoppers,” explains Barbara. No wonder that the store has developed a reputation as ‘the must go-to’ shopping destination in town.

Luxury items on offer include handcrafted jewellery from ANPA, known for its custom-made contemporary designs, and the Legacy Collection, which uses remnants of the original fence from Robben Island prison for its unusual pieces.

Customers will also find exquisitely crafted handbags and travel bags from ostrich leather house IKHAYAElite, as well as colourful creations from the Italian-made Save My Bag range. Beautiful Taunina bears, each handmade and embroidered by local women, grace the shelves. Women can browse the colourful Resort fashion collection, accessories from Oh Voila!, LALELA scarfs featuring inspiring designs from young artists, a limited-edition collection of cashmere scarfs from TREBENE, and the HIVE swimwear and resort-wear collection by designer Jade Ashleigh.

Artwork by prominent South African artists such as Jean Doyle, Jimmy Law, Marieke Prinsloo, Richard Scott, Michaela Rinaldi and others is on display and offered for sale in the gallery space. German artist Jens Wittig has recently added some of his work to the collection, too, and it is now available in South Africa exclusively via Opulent Living.

With Opulent Living founders Barbara Lenhard and Florian Gast known for their love of bringing people together, 24 Kloof Street has quickly become a sought-after venue for exclusive Art and Designer Evenings, where guests get to mingle with other discerning shoppers and talk directly to the artists and designers involved in

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the production of the range of items on offer at the Concept Store & Gallery.

“All our items are of the highest quality, and I so love welcoming guests who appreciate their provenance, and the passion of the team that curates them,” says Barbara.

The couple’s previous base, Tulip House in Green Point, had a reputation for hosting gourmet private events, and 24 Kloof Street is now also available as a glamorous function venue. Whether it’s a private birthday or anniversary celebration, a company meeting, a media event or a product launch, the Opulent Living team can organise a meal for up to 18 people seated, catered by a top chef working from their high-end mobile kitchen.

The Opulent Living brand was established in 2009 when Barbara Lenhard and Florian Gast moved from their native Germany to Cape Town with the dream of creating a highend travel and lifestyle publication focussing on Southern Africa. Opulent Living magazine soon established itself in the luxury market, and the couple then went on to expand the brand into travel, events, art and lifestyle.

While the magazine closed in 2016, with the new Opulent Living Concept Store & Gallery, the creative couple has established a vibrant base that makes their unique brand even more accessible to their clients.

Says Barbara, “This Kloof Street store brings the key ingredients of our brand together in one beautiful, opulent space that celebrates the best of lifestyle, art and travel – simply the finer things in life.”

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICKY HOYLE

Opulent Living, the brand that celebrates the finer things in life, opened the dazzling Opulent Living Concept Store & Gallery on 24 Kloof Street late last year. It offers luxury shopping and glamorous experiences. Have you been through there yet?

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G R EEN HOW GREEN IS YOUR HOME?

( A N D W E ’ R E N O T TA L K I N G A B O U T T H E C O L O U R … )

Going green takes care of the environment, but could it influence the value of your property? Seeff weighs in.

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outh Africans have joined the greening revolution. With an increasing number of properties being built with green principles in mind, there are plenty of products readily available on the market to improve both newly built as well as existing homes.

Property developers are now more inclined to use green building solutions due to the significant role it plays in creating an eco-friendly environment, reducing the cause of greenhouse gas emissions, and consuming less volumes of water and electricity; resulting in more sustainable living.

Going green in South Africa is fast becoming de rigueur, especially with the power crisis two years ago and the current drought. The escalating cost of electricity is making green building solutions, such as solar power, a more practical choice in the long run.

Having an environmentally friendly home is a simple way to help protect the environment and preserve the planet, but it can be costly.

There are always more cost effective measure, though.

One of the biggest challenges is a property’s electricity usage, which makes up a large portion of the home’s utility bill. Any household item that is plugged into an outlet is still using energy even if the item is not on. When making home appliance purchases, do your research ahead of time to find out whether the product is energyefficient. The same applies to using energy efficient light bulbs; small changes can still make a big difference in your energy usage.

Heating is the next culprit that uses large volumes of electricity in the home. Solar energy solutions are now becoming increasingly popular due to the demand in the market. Although the initial cost of solar heating is more than conventional heating systems, in time you will benefit from a decrease in your utility bill after installation.

Smaller improvements around the property, including the use of grey water systems, will further boost your home’s green status by decreasing the water usage significantly. Rerouting water outlet pipes from washing machines, basins and dishwashers – grey water – can be used to water lawns and plants, and wash cars and pavements. Water usage is something that many people find challenging to reduce.

Replacing nozzles with low flow, high pressure fittings is a simple way to start reducing water effectively while still being able to clean just as effectively as a normal nozzle. The higher pressure of water spreads the stream over a larger area which reduces the amount of water required.

The added benefit to all of these measures is that you are adding to the attractiveness of your home for future buyers. Given the rising costs of basic utilities, such as electricity and water, along with the electricity crisis of two years ago and current drought, many buyers are now including in their criteria for a new home one that is up-to-date with modern, environmentally-friendly features.

Seeff advises, though, to be careful with incurring too many costs at once as you may not be able to recoup these in your selling price.

But, chances are that a buyer keen on saving costs and contributing to saving the planet will be prepared to pay a little extra for your home.

Small changes can make a huge difference when beginning the transition into green living. From light bulbs and water nozzles to grey water and solar heating – contact trusted and recommended local service providers to begin the process. As always, your best guide will be your local area property specialist who can advise what value such measures could possibly contribute to your home.

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THE HEART OF THE HOME

VALCUCINE KITCHENS

No other part of the home is as central to the way we live, nor to the buying decision when looking at new homes, as is the kitchen. Valcucine, the revered Italian kitchen brand, now brings South Africa’s most exacting home owners the core values of innovation, well-being and durability to incorporate into this most important room of their homes.

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he Sistine Chapel is beautiful. So is a vintage Vespa or Ferrari. Add to that the skills of Francesco Totti, the aura of Sophia Loren, the grace of Claudia Cardinale and the talent of Luciano Pavarotti. Just saying their names is already a party in the mouth. The essence of Italian beauty is the very timelessness shared by all of the above. So it is with the design philosophy behind the premium kitchen range Valcucine. Whether in material or style – timelessness is of essence.

Let’s start with the choice of materials. Valcucine kitchens are designed to last against light, heat, impact and stains for years to come. In line with their ecosustainable approach, the base structure is built upon water-repellent carcase (“P3”) units, and they use nondestructible silicone seals to prevent water and humidity from seeping through. Working surfaces are constructed from non-toxic tempered glass, stone and aluminium that provide extreme durability and reliability, which is backed by a 10-year guarantee. Beyond aesthetics, the materials used in Valcucine kitchens offer a sensory experience through the smooth transparency of glass, the tactile feel of wood, the resilience of stone and the cool touch conveyed by the metals.

But what we find far more striking, beyond the surfaces, is the smart ergonomics and attention to detail that underpin the design. Each volume in the portfolio offers some surprise. The working surfaces range from 600mm800mm deep, allowing plenty of space depending on the client's everyday needs. Cabinet and shelving doors use

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the Valcucine V-motion to open with the simple swipe of a hand. Behind this magic sits the fine engineering use of counterbalances and light aluminium. Retractable plug cords make it easier to use mobile kitchen appliances such as kettles, liquidisers and food processors. Taps swing in and out, as do spice shelves built on swivel racks. The drawers are inspired by antique desks and rounded door and worktop edges are incorporated for more safety and cleaning ease.

From concept to production, everything has a meaning.

Beauty and function work together to create a successful and timeless design. Lines are therefore minimalist and refined, volumes are pure and light, materials are innovative, and spaces can be customised so that they reflect the story of your family’s lifestyle. No surprise that since 1999, hardly a year has gone by without Valcucine winning a major design award.

The quality and innovation of Valcucine comes at much the same price tag as a good Italian sports car, yet with infinitely more space and functionality! And we are willing to bet, in the long run, it may even offer a much better return on investment in the vibrant, top-end property market on the Atlantic Seaboard and Cape Town suburbs.

Set up your Valcucine introduction by calling ‘Diretorri’ Mathilda on +27 (0)21 035 1737 or +27 (0)72 379 5112.

Alternatively, pay a visit to the Valcucine Showroom at Cucine Design, 121 Cecil Road, Saltriver.

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Cape Town, Milan and London... the Director of the new Valcucine showroom in Salt River has journeyed a long way from the Karoo home kitchen where she grew up.

After graduating from Stellenbosch University with a Bachelors Degree in Consumer Science and Design, Mathilda set off to London, where she found her passion in the kitchen design industry. She spent 15 years working with several well recognised, top international brands, not only in design, but also in marketing and operations, in order to get a deep understanding of the whole design-to-installation value chain.

But, it was Cape Town and family that beckoned when she was ready to start her own family, and with her devotion to the heart of the home, she soon found herself another passion, the immaculate Valcucine kitchen range.

Having just returned from Milan and the nearby Valcucine home factory, Mathilda is set to reshape and reimagine the outer limits of the top-end South African kitchen.

ASTON MARTIN DB11 LONG LIVE BOND

There was a time of purity, when the ultimate British gentleman spy, the 007 played by a Sean Connery or the late Roger Moore, drove nothing but an Aston Martin. With some enhancements, like rocket boosters, to be sure. With its latest release, Aston Martin proves that it can mix the best of yesterday’s pedigree with the more complex modern idea of chic.

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ere’s the new. Natural aspiration, like the idea of seeing a Bond puff on a good Cuban cigar, is gone.

The new Aston is all turbocharged. Rippling muscles like Daniel Craig’s washboard. With the DB11, Aston has opted for a new twin-turbocharged V-12 that displaces 5.2 liters and produces 600 horsepower. That is sheer power – hand-to-hand combat style with a menace called Jaws.

Regardless, the Aston team has managed to improve fuel economy considerably with a combination of the turbos and selective cylinder shutdown. But then, I am yet to meet the Aston owner in a line at the local BP the night before a petrol price hike.

There are more innovations, but like the perfect British spy, they are understated and even cleverly disguised. The popup spoiler that used to rear up at around 140km/h for better road holding is now replaced with a clever interplay between the DB11’s new multilink rear suspension and the electrically assisted power steering. Pundits love the new AeroBlade system that channels airflow from the rear quarter-windows and out the top of the deck-lid.

If Dame Judy Dench could take over from M, then Daimler Benz should be allowed to introduce big changes with it’s new marquee. The futuristic display screen, the TFT instruments, the familiar Mercedes-style rotary controller, and the DB11’s single control stalk for wipers and indicators are all right out of the Benz playbook.

But then there remains the pedigree. In many ways, the new DB11 has maintained a lot of what we loved about the D9.

As one motor journalist called it: “Reassuringly predictable.”

First and foremost, the DB11 still outperforms almost anyone’s expectations, with below 4 seconds for the 0-100 km/h benchmark. Top speed sits at around 320 km/h. This in no small part due to the power/weight ratio delivered by the bonded aluminium structure, the aluminium exterior panels, and the design that remains true to the Aston line-of-sight. The dimensions and weight stick pretty close to the tried and tested Aston success recipe, yet offers a surprisingly better interior configuration. You may even squeeze someone into the back seat.

As with all cars of this calibre, there are plenty of optional extras and customized choices. If you belong in an Aston, we are sure you know who to call to get your name on the list.

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FESTIVALS & SHOWS

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It has been a year of extremes. The heat, the drought, the cold, the wet and the wind.

No reason to believe that we will not have a spectacular Spring flower season bursting out with new life. Head out either up the West Coast or to the South.

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Clanwilliam This charming, historical town is an estimated 2.5 hour drive from Cape Town. During the last week of August until 2 September, Clanwilliam will have more than 400 fynbos and flower species on display under one roof at the Clanwilliam Wildflower Show.

This show is accompanied by the Wildflower Festival, with lots of entertainment and local produce. Pack your hiking boots and sun hat for hikes in the area while the wildflowers are in bloom. Make a weekend of it and discover historical Clanwilliam, or drive out on the Rooibos Route where this area’s prime and proud export – rooibos tea – is grown. Visit Clanwilliam Tourism’s website for more information and accommodation.

Hopefield On from 25-27 August and now in its 28th year, this is a show for the gardening and fynbos connoisseur. An array of carefully picked and labelled wildflowers will leave you nothing less than astounded by our amazing bio-diversity. Set on open grounds with marquee tents and pavilions, there is also a lot more to see. Your cityslicker kids might be in awe of the alien-looking arms and tentacles of the large agri-mech on display, or they could just indulge in the home-baked food. This may be one of the best places to try out a Waterblommetjiebredie (a local stew favourite made from water plants), and you are sure to make new friends in the beer garden among Hopefield’s hospitable people.

Hopefield is only a 90 minute drive from the city.

Darling The Darling Wild Flower festival runs from 16-18 September, as it has done since 1917, and will wow flower fanatics with yet another gorgeous display.

The exhibition will showcase the unique and beautiful flowers of the region. As if the flowers are not enough, guests will be treated to a range of entertainment, including live music, craft stalls and refreshments. Join the tractor ride into the restricted vlei area where the flowers bloom at their very best. This is Spring at its finest and it is less than an hour from the city. One might as well drive onto Langebaan or any one of the game parks in the area and make a weekend of it.

Hermanus Soak up the first rays of post-winter sun at the Hermanus Botanical Society’s annual flower festival at the Fernkloof Nature Reserve from 22-25 September.

Find out why fynbos needs flames to flourish, and learn about a host of fauna and flora at the familyfriendly show. There will also be a host of craft, food and drink stalls as well as a display of mini-gardens and installations for those who want to perk up a small gardening space. And, lest we forget, Hermanus and the surrounding area has so much to offer, that it would be a shame not to spend a few nights out this way.

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SEYCHELLES HIDE-AWAY

RESIDEN ON THE R Imagine being invited by a long-lost friend to visit his private villa set among majestic granite rocks above an idyllic tropical island beach. But, upon arrival, to be informed by the permanent caretaker couple that your host had to dash off at the last minute on yet another of his swashbuckling adventures. By all means, though, they say, the sumptuous villa is yours to enjoy.

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his is just the feeling we experienced when we spent time at Karl Ammann’s extraordinary Creole Colonial style villa, called Residence on the Rocks, on Mahé Island in the Seychelles. This was truly the essence of luxury. It was not just the imposing and original décor, such as the 16 reclaimed Indian Haveli palace doors that opened from the living spaces onto the poolside patio, or the intriguing pieces of memorabilia that revealed their owners’ tastes and history, but also the fact that the villa was built with care and compassion for the environment. What contributed even more to our sense of awe was the feeling that this place radiated a depth of character, of both man and house.

Karl Ammann is a world famous wildlife photographer credited by many, including Time magazine, as being a critical player in exposing the devastating effects of the bushmeat trade in Central Africa through his reports and documentaries. His photographs, which have been featured in the New York Times Magazine, Newsweek, and National Geographic among others, populate the Residence on the Rocks, along with collections of art and artefacts from his global travels.

Ammann’s early career was spent in the hospitality industry. His first stint was in Zaire at the Hotel Intercontinental, where he was instrumental in organising the historic “Rumble in the Jungle” bout between then World Heavyweight Champion George Foreman and former World Champion and challenger Muhammad Ali. Ammann later worked in Cairo, the Maasai Mara in Kenya and the Virunga Mountains in Rwanda.

It was while working in the hotel industry in Kenya that Ammann first visited the Seychelles in 1977 and, like so many others, immediately fell in love with the islands.

After a series of trials and tribulations, Ammann’s vision of building a home here was finally realised when construction began on a house to be situated on a special access road connecting his domain to the prestigious Banyan Tree five-star resort located at Intendance Bay. Although Residence on the Rocks is entirely secluded and independent, the proximity to, and relationship with, Banyan Tree allows guests to enjoy the privacy of an exclusive villa

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with the benefits of being able to access all the luxury amenities of a top-class resort.

Room service can be arranged from the hotel, and they have top-class restaurants. Should you prefer to maintain the complete privacy, your caretaker team will shop and prepare food to your taste in your own villa.

Designed in a traditional Creole style, the villa reflects a blend of many cultures: French, Chinese, African, Indian and English. As such, we found ourselves lazing in colonial wooden armchairs and luxurious sunbeds on the wide overhanging verandas as the children, lulled to sleep by the rhythmic whir of ceiling fans, napped in the enormous beds, more used to hosting royalty and corporate titans than toddlers. Karl searched several parts of Africa for interesting tribal art, looking for antique furniture in Northern India and scouting the handicraft markets of Chiang Mai and Myanmar for additional items.

Many of the furniture pieces are imported British colonial items. The floors are all of recycled old Burma teak while the colonial metal windows were brought in from Kenya.

Cast iron railings, which decorate the stairs leading up to the sleeping areas and embellish the gazebo overlooking the ocean, were acquired in Burma. All carpets were woven in and purchased from traditional tribal village cooperatives in Northern India.

One could spend hours examining the trove of treasures found in each and every room and wishing that your host was there to tell the story behind each object. The house exudes an aura of nostalgia and nonchalance, yet it is infinitely liveable. It comprises a twostorey main building with a central courtyard overlooking an infinity pool that seemingly plunges into the forest of coconut palms framing the ocean below.

The en-suite bedrooms are located on the second floor, all boasting French doors onto a veranda that flows along the entire

length of the house, with the master bedroom also containing an elevated study or work area. Downstairs is a living room with raised entertainment or reading area and a dining room with fully equipped kitchen. There is a separate and private guesthouse – the ideal quarters for a personal assistant or secretary to be a close by, but not too close, located below. The magnificent beach at Intendance is just down the road.

One can request to be collected by the Banyan Tree and taken by electromobile to any of their fine restaurants or bars, the hotel spa, gym, or tennis court. Or, order a three-hour Balinese massage in the gazebo.

We delighted mostly in the discoveries made by our kids and the attention of our attending couple, who not only catered to the whims and timetables of our spirited young family, but also surprised us with a poolside candlelit dinner on our last evening. Like a perfect sunset after a perfect day, our stay at Residence on the Rocks coloured our entire Seychelles experience with an exquisite golden hue.

We are still basking in the warmth and wonder of the place and highly recommend that you experience it for yourself. Whether you are looking for a magical setting to celebrate a golden anniversary, the conclusion of a big deal with new partners, a special retreat for your Board of Directors, or a gift to a newlywed couple for their honeymoon, Residence on the Rocks is an excellent choice.

Enquiries, bookings and special offer rates are based on seasonal demand fluctuations and the number of people occupying the residence. Contact Karl Ammann directly in Kenya on +254 62 32448, via his UK roaming number on +44 780 173 284, or by emailing karl@karlammann.ch.

To learn more about Karl’s photography and conservation work: www.karlammann.com

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FREDERIQUE CONSTANT

THE NEW ELEGANT CLASSIC From Genève, there is always something new. This year, Frederique Constant introduced a new Worldtimer to their Classic Manufacture Collection – a luxury timepiece that tracks time in 24 of the world’s most glamorous cities.

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he globetrotter of today has become a true Citizen of the World and travelling is now as natural as running or reading. It is the “it” hobby of our times!

For these intrepid mile-rackers, Frederique Constant has redesigned the Classic Worldtimer. It is now available in a rich brown, perfect for the more classical man. It is an ideal guide for meeting get-a-ways or some downtime wherever you are in the world, allowing its privileged owner the ability to track time around the globe with the greatest of ease.

The latest Worldtimer comes in rose gold-plated stainless steel that makes it an elegant and sophisticated travelling watch. A dark brown design of the world map, finely etched onto to the dial, and the 24 cities named on its outer rim, enable you to constantly plan for the next destination. The date by hand at 6 o’clock seamlessly combines with the Worldtimer function without disrupting the aesthetic of the watch. And even though the dial is busy with information, indexes on each hour make reading the time an easy and simple task.

This watch is a mechanical masterpiece. Frederique Constant is the first brand to ever introduce this particular level of complexity in its movement. The assembled calibre holds 139 parts and measures only 30mm in diameter, while completely controlling the function just by the crown. No push buttons or the likes that could distract from the look of this classic timepiece.

If far-away places are near to your heart, and if you still have the taste for this amazing form of functional art – the luxury timepiece – you should have this Worldtimer pretty high on your wish list.

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The Association of Visual Arts (AVA) is an artist-organised space catering to artists at every phase in their careers. It is a space for young artists to thrive and for renowned artists to return to.

It has, since its inception, been a launchpad for independent artists who may otherwise be overlooked by the art world.

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he Association for Visual Arts (AVA) is a non-profit, membership-based arts organisation whose primary aim is the advancement and promotion of South African contemporary art and artists. The gallery is based in the heart of Cape Town, having occupied its current premises at 35 Church Street since 1971. It is the oldest non-profit art gallery in Cape Town.

Here contemporary visual art production is promoted through regular exhibitions showcasing all media – from painting to ceramics, photography, installations and performance – by established and emerging artists.

Most recently, AVA dedicated an entire whole month to the medium of photography, with its Photo Focus exhibition. Coupled with the exhibition, the AVA also produced a limited edition portfolio of star photographer’s works, including selections from the legendary David Goldblatt, recent Henri Cartier Bresson award winner Guy Tillim, as well as younger bestsellers such as Pieter Hugo and Nontsikelelo Veleko. The portfolio is supported by Orms printers and Strauss & Co, with sales going towards the AVA’s ArtReach programme. Other long-term partners include Spier and Joan St Leger Lindbergh charitable trust.

In line with their commitment to growing an appreciation for art among the youth, AVA encourages first-time art buyers to purchase a piece in the “Under 18s Only” exhibition running alongside the main showcase. This section includes work that was selected exclusively for child buyers. Adults can purchase vouchers for them, but it is ultimately the child’s choice of artwork that walks out the gallery’s door.

Under 18 voucher: https://www.generosity.com/fundraising/under-18sonly-aka-my-first-art-work-2017 Visit the gallery online: www.ava.co.za

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D Siwa Mgoboza, Les Etres d'Africardia V - Libertina La Reina (2016), Inkjet photographic print on Epson Hot Press Natural paper, 59x42cm.

E Siwa Mgoboza, Les Etres d'Africardia III - Jamezeena Bulloza (2016), Inkjet photographic print on Epson Hot Press Natural paper, 59x42cm.

F Siwa Mgoboza, Les Etres d'Africardia IV (2015), Inkjet photographic print on Epson Hot Press Natural paper, 59x42cm.

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A C R U C I B L E O F C R E AT I V I T Y

THE FUGARD THEATRE The Fugard Theatre off Buitekant Street offers visitors to Cape Town a rare glimpse into the soul of our society. The buildings retain deep traces of the socio-industrial history of the Cape, and the theatre project and its productions are steeped in telling the stories of our shared humanity.

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he founding of the Fugard Theatre was visionary. Located in the repurposed Sacks Futeran building it has become an active hub of the city’s cultural life. The building has a long history within the city. As a textile and soft goods supplier, it was frequented by generations of District Six seamstresses and tailors as well as by many other households. As it now stands, the complex in effect consists of five interconnected buildings – 19th and early 20th Century warehouses with a remnant portion of an old Gothic-style church at its centre that forms the entrance to the Fugard Theatre.

Athol Fugard, for whom the Theatre was named, is a revered household name. As the theatre introduces him: “Fugard remains South Africa’s most significant and internationally acclaimed playwright. For over 50 years he has written soul-searing plays with roles for all South Africans that have moved audiences in South Africa and around the world to laughter and tears as they reflected the racism, barbarity and inhumanity of Apartheid. Working with John Kani, the late Zakes Mokae and others he created iconic black characters whose narratives profoundly changed the way millions of people viewed Apartheid. In his over 30 plays Athol Fugard championed truth and a fundamental universal humanity. In 2011 he received the ultimate recognition from the world’s most prestigious theatre community – a Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in Theatre.”

The Founding Producer of the Fugard is South African born former journalist and human rights activist, Eric

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Abraham, who was banned and house-arrested by the Apartheid government in 1976. Living in exile for 15 years, he became a producer of BBC TV’s Panorama before going on to form his own production company, Portobello. He is best known for producing the Academy Awardwinning film Kolya as Best Foreign Language Film, 1996 from where he went on to build an illustrious career. Since the 2000s Abraham has been active in producing theatre and film with South African talent for South African and international audiences, and he has enjoyed a string of success stories and transfers of local productions to London’s West End. Through early September, Abraham and the Fugard will be showcasing the iconic South African musical, King Kong – Legend of a Boxer. Based on the life of 1950s heavyweight boxing champion Ezekiel Dlamini, who dubbed himself “King Kong,” this musical was originally produced in 1959 and played to record-breaking multi-racial audiences before heading to London in 1961 for a 200-performance run. Set in vibrant Sophiatown in the mid-50s, some suggest that this musical was highly instrumental in the launch and rise of the monumental careers of Hugh Masekela and Miriam Makheba.

Cast in the title role of King Kong is South African star – actor, singer and dancer Andile Gumbi. Gumbi made his Broadway debut as Simba in Disney’s The Lion King and has starred in productions of this musical in London, Sydney, Melbourne, Shanghai and South Africa. Multiple award-winning actress and singer-songwriter Nondumiso Tembe will be recreating the role of Joyce, which propelled Miriam Makeba to international fame in the original production of King Kong.

“We are thrilled that this long-awaited production of this iconic and first South African musical of King Kong, is a Fugard Theatre production which will showcase the very best of South African talent,” says Daniel Galloway the Executive Director of the Fugard Theatre.

“The original production united audiences of all colours, launched careers, and put South African talent firmly on the international map. We are excited to be re-creating the world of the “Back of the Moon” shebeen with an all South African cast and superb creative team. While remaining true to the original production our Fugard Theatre King Kong will refresh the musical for the 21st Century.”

Book through Computicket or call the Fugard Box Office at +27 (0)21 461 4554.

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SHREDDED LAMB WITH HUMMUS AND CUMIN FLAT BREAD, SERVED WITH PICKLED RED ONION & AUBERGINE SALAD. Until recently, Portugese-born Joao Fonseca, known to most of his fans as J’Something was better known for his award-winning hits and the lead singer of popular South African band Mi Casa. Nowadays, however, some might recognise him more for his flair with food. His first restaurant, Something’s Cooking By J, opened in April 2017 at Time Square in Menlyn, Pretoria, he’s had his own TV show, and he has been headlining the Good Food & Wine Show along with Marco Pierre White and Jan Hendrik in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban.

J’s food philosophy is simple: begin with love. “It’s not necessarily about the cost, the complexity or the look, but what’s in your heart when you are making the dish.”

INGREDIENTS FOR THE CUMIN, CHILLI & GARLIC FLAT BREAD • 1 tsp of cumin seeds • roasted dried chilli • 1tsp crushed garlic • 250g self raising flour • 1tsp baking powder • 250g of double thick plain yoghurt • pinch salt

FOR THE SHREDDED LAMB • 1.5kg leg of lamb • 1 whole head of garlic • handful of thyme • handful of rosemary • coarse salt • black pepper • olive oil • cumin • ground coriander

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RECIPE FOR THE HUMMUS • 2 tins of chickpeas • lemon juice • roasted garlic • coarse salt • black pepper • 4 tbs tahini • pinch of ground chipotle • cumin • olive oil • parsley

To make the aubergine, first pre-heat the oven to 240ºC . Thinly slice the aubergine. Coat a baking tray evenly with olive oil and oregano and place the sliced aubergine in the tray, coating with the oil on both sides before baking for 20 min. Once cooked, place the aubergine in a bowl with the red onion pickle and the dressing and allow to cool.

For the humus, simple put all ingredients into a food processor, mix for 2 minutes and add spices to taste.

FOR THE RED ONION PICKLE & GRILLED AUBERGINE SALAD • 1 large aubergine thinly sliced • salt and pepper • oregano • olive oil • fresh rocket • 1 red onion thinly sliced • 3 tbs red wine vinegar • 1tsp salt • 1 garlic clove minced • 1/4 cup olive oil

Assemble and serve.

METHOD LEG OF LAMB Pre-heat the oven to 220Cº. In a roasting tin, place the thyme and rosemary in the centre and drizzle some olive oil.

Pat the leg of lamb dry with some paper towel and with a sharps chef’s knife gently create some slits in the leg of lamb where you can place the cloves of garlic.

Drizzle some more olive oil and sea salt and black pepper. Lastly, add the coriander and cumin and rub it into the leg of lamb. Cover the dish with foil tightly.

Place leg of lamb in the oven for 30 min and then reduce the heat to 180ºC and cook for a further hour.

For the last 30 min remove the foil.

Remove from the oven and begin to shred the lamb.

FLAT BREAD Toast the cumin seeds in a pan until you start to smell the spice come alive.

Mix the flour, cumin seeds, garlic, and chilli with 250g of the yoghurt until a dough is formed. Knead the dough a bit with some of the leftover flour until it’s lovely and springy.

Separate the dough into about 8 balls and then roll them out and brush them with some olive oil and place into a hot griddle pan for about 3 min each.

SALAD & HUMUS Slice the red onion thinly into half moons. Place into a bowl and mix the salt and red wine vinegar and let it stand for a minimum of 10 min. Thereafter, add in the olive oil, cold water and garlic and mix gently. Now, it’s ready for the aubergine.

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