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This last month has been an exciting and busy one for us at The Canal Walk Month. We have spoken with many new people and I have discovered a feast of new stores to play and spend money in. We’ve featured many of those people and stores in this edition but it’s important to note that while The Canal Walk Month is endorsed by Centre Management, we’re an independent publication: not a mouthpiece for the mall. The result is a publication that is now interestingly positioned as the preferred source of communication between Canal Walk stores and their shoppers and also between the centre and its tenants. While we hadn’t planned the latter, it has positioned us uniquely and as
a result The Canal Walk Month offers tenants an extremely valuable platform. Be sure to visit www.themonth.co.za and follow the link to The Canal Walk Month blog, where we’ve created a simple mechanism to ensure that the lines of communication are always open.
The holiday season is a happy time of year for all of us. Children are on holiday but already thinking about heading back to school for the new term. If you want to make the best of the last few weeks of the holidays then you should visit the awesome new toy shop, Toy Kingdom, for a fantastic selection of toys for every taste.
You will have noticed Lewis Pugh on this edition’s cover. He spoke at the new Speedo Concept store in December and afterwards we had a chance to interview him and find out more about his determination to provoke environmental awareness about our damaged planet and the need for crucial intervention before it is too late. He has written a best selling book “Achieving the Impossible” and we have a signed copy for one lucky Canal Walk shopper; look out for competition details on page 17.
The Canal Walk Month does lunch at tranquil Chai Yo, beyond the bustle of the food court, this month and even if you miss the article on page 16, don’t miss their half-price sushi special!
We met with Camilla Lor, Head of Marketing at Canal Walk, to find out a bit more about her and the dynamic role she fulfils at the mall. We also spent time with Stanley Thornes, the iStore Store Manager who moved from Baton Rouge, Louisiana four years ago to Cape Town and chatted about what makes the mother city rock and what sets him apart from other managers in the mall - see page 4 for his insights. Look out for our gorgeous bridal and travel articles. If you have planned a summer wedding this New Year, be sure to take your fiancé (and his credit card) to the Bride & Co megastore for all your bridal needs (pages 10 and 11) and choose the best honeymoon suitcase on page 6.
You have probably found your friends and family asking you what your New Year resolutions are and every year I am caught unawares by this question. This year I hope to keep my health and meet more fabulously interesting people and grow our magazine for both customers and retailers in and beyond the Canal Walk mall. Thank you to my awesome team David, Brett, Craig and Sam. Their professionalism, unwavering commitment and exacting talents make my job even more rewarding. Thank you also to Poetry, Accessorize, Style Studio, Heskers, Speedo, Inglot, MAC cosmetics and Stuttafords for all their help. To our models, Quarneta, Mark, Thessa and Quaarniah thank you for your willingness to participate, and to you, the reader, Happy New Year!
At this time of year it can be hard to remove the “belly bulge”. I spoke with Francois Prinsloo, a personal trainer at Virgin Century City about how to work off the extra kilos with four exercises on page 5.
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Achieving the Impossible Front Page Story
At a little after midnight on July 15th 2007, Lewis Gordon Pugh stood on the edge of the sea ice at the North Pole. It was the fifteenth anniversary of his father’s death and he was wearing just a Speedo swimsuit; the old-fashioned one that barely covers all that needs to be covered. The air temperature that night was below zero - the water into which he was about to plunge was minus 1.70C. This was no in-andout dip into the world’s coldest water - Pugh was about to swim one kilometre across the North Pole and the thought did cross his mind that he might die. What scared him was the depth of the water; he would sink over four kilometres before reaching the bottom. Drowning was a possibility because hypothermia creeps up on the cold-water swimmer, pressing on his respiratory channels and denying muscles oxygen until there is no power to fight – the limbs go limp and the swimmer disappears. Pugh would do the swim without harness or rope and, if it went wrong, his body would not be recovered.
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Why he was prepared to do it is a remarkable story and, ironically, extraordinary testimony to one man’s belief in life. Lewis Pugh wants to help protect the most wonderful places on the planet, to reverse the damage we have done to our environment and he has given up everything to dedicate his life to this purpose. On Thursday the 9th of December, Lewis was at the new Speedo Concept store in Canal Walk signing copies of his new book ‘Achieving the Impossible’ and giving a talk about his swim across the North Pole and his latest expedition, a 1km swim across a glacial lake on Mount Everest to draw attention to the melting of the Himalayan glaciers and the consequences this will have on the peace in the region. We interviewed him afterwards. The compelling read is on page 17.
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Canal Walk in December saw...
...the opening of eleven new stores, a live performance by The Parlotones at the Musica Megastore (who launched their new DVD at the end of November) and the snow that fell in the centre on the giant snow ramp attracted holidaying kids and personalities from far and wide to try their tubing skills.
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New stores at canal walk Inglot Cosmetics Famous Polish make-up brand Trax Tracking Vehicle safety All Star Candy Sweets & other delights Rage Shoes Fancy footwork Women’s Secrets Lingerie Woman Street Fashion accessories Forever New Ladies fashion
Mushmillows Children’s accessories Selina’s Fashions for women Campo Marzio Design up-market stationary 8.ta the latest Cellular service provider Pink Blvd Accessories Passage to India Indian Cuisine Move with Time Time pieces
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MINUTES WITH . . . STANLEY ThORNEs from the Apple iStore
The Month) - Were you an Apple fan prior to working for iStore? ST: Yes, actually I was. I always admired the design of the Apple products, I had an iPod in the States and I love their sleek and sexy designs. The products are easy to use and Apple sits in a class of its own. TM: It must be cool to work around the gadgets you like. ST: Sure. I love my job and I get a lot of joy seeing customers satisfied. We sell a high-end product so we want the customers to feel they’re in a ‘high end’ environment; from customer service to after-sales support. I regard customer satisfaction as one of the most important elements of my job and my team is phenomenal; I have an awesome set of guys with me in this store and I couldn’t ask for a better team. From my part-timers, to my sales team, assistant store manager and admin team - these guys are my backbone.
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TM: What do you do when you are not at work? Do you get time to unwind and enjoy Cape Town? ST: Not much! Life is so busy that I haven’t even had the chance to go to Robben Island, Kirstenbosch Gardens or even take the cable car up to Table Mountain yet. I enjoy basketball and American football and used to play a bit but I just have no time right now. In the future I hope to change this and would like to learn how to play cricket! TM: Thanks Stanley – the Proteas beckon! For more info contact Stanley.thornes@appleistore.co.za
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When I first wandered into the iStore at Canal Walk I was met with a wide smile and a sweet Louisiana drawl. Both came from Stanley Thornes, the dynamic, positive, upbeat, enthusiastic iStore manager who hails from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. His energy and bright personality seem to radiate from within and I can imagine that his team find him a constant inspiration. I asked him, how he ended up in South Africa and Cape Town in particular?
a substance abuse counsellor for eight years but when I arrived in Cape Town I worked in Time Share for a while. My wife had access to the internet and found me this sales consultant role (which she thought I would be great at, I didn’t think so!) but here I am. This has been a good change. Different but not in a bad way; in a good way.
Stanley Thornes: I knew nothing about South Africa when I first arrived here. My wife is South African (born and raised in Port Elizabeth) so we moved to Cape Town when she fell pregnant with our daughter, Hayleigh, so she could be close to her parents and family. I must say I enjoy being in South Africa, it is very different but I like living here.
ST: I started at the iStore flagship store at the V&A in a sales role nearly three and a half years ago. I successfully worked my way up to a senior sales consultant position and moved to the kiosk in Canal Walk before stepping into the opening they had here for the Store Manager. Our store is one of eight across South Africa and all have been set up in a matter of two years.
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TM: What is your role at the Canal Walk store?
TM: And what’s your major challenge at the Canal Walk iStore? ST: Well I don’t think a lot of people know that we are here – as yet, customers are not aware of our presence at Canal Walk. TM: (making a note that iStore needs an ad in www.themonth.co.za
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The New Year is undoubtedly a time of feasting and drinking but the reality of weight gain is never too far away. Constant indulgence with minimal exercise at this time of year means your clothes maybe ‘so last year’ not because they’re out of fashion but simply because they don’t fit you anymore. I know it is incredibly hard to stay away from the mince pies, beers, trifle, wine and glazed gammon, but these decadent treats can all accumulate to extend the waistline and hips. Maintaining a happy goal weight, slim waist or flatter stomach is not so hard and there are several ways to work on those stubborn core muscles and waistline. There is hope. We spoke to personal trainer, Francois Prinsloo at Virgin, Century City, about flattening your tummy with four simple but effective exercises that can be done at home or in the gym. Our models, Canal Walkers Quarneta and
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Quaarniah, were more than willing to assist with the exercises in the fitness shoot and the Reebok store kindly donated all the fabulous work-out gear. “Before you hit the gym floor for your workout session make sure that you warm up your body” says Francois, explaining the first exercise is a Chest Press on the balance ball. This exercise works the shoulders, triceps and chest and the balance ball stabilises the legs which work your hamstrings and derriere. “As you pull your legs towards you, remember to nip your stomach towards your back,” encourages Francois, adding that this helps to balance the entire body and mobilises the core muscles you are trying to sculpt and define. The second exercise to incorporate into your gym routine is the side-plank which works the obliques and after Christmas ‘love handles’. “Remember that in these weight-bearing poses, your shoulders are at risk due to an increased amount of weight being held in the upper body, so be careful of your alignment and keep your shoulder directly above your wrist” says Francois as Quarneta starts to giggle. “Always pull your stomach muscles inwards when exercising so that the actuated muscles in this vital area are mobilised to work.” I try to write this down whilst pulling in my stomach muscles but it’s not legible. The third exercise is the rather obviously named ‘push up on the balance ball’. A great exercise for strengthening and toning the muscles of the upper body and abdomen, we get Francois to show us how it’s done (see pic). Using the balance ball is even more beneficial because more muscles have to work to keep you in balance on the ball. “Activating more muscles in your body means that you get more out of your workout” whispers Francois through clenched teeth.
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The final movement is the Abdominal Crunch on the balance ball which increases mobility range and challenges your balance. The more your hips are on the ball the greater the exertion. It’s a bit like a 21st Century sit-up. Keep your hips and lower body still, crunch forward and lift your shoulder blades off the ball. A great tip from Francois for Energizer gym-bunnies is to twist as you lift your upper body as this works the side muscles too. Undoubtedly, these exercises can be immensely
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beneficial but, as Francois says, “do not try to master these movements during your first session. Your muscles and muscle memory will take time to understand where, and how, they need to work.” The best part of this shoot was the laughter and antics; we seemed to go from drastically fit to almost unable to focus on anything rather quickly. I am not sure if this was because Francois is a gentle giant of a hunk or if the young women were struggling to breathe in their tightly fitted Reebok outfits. Either way we had a blast. I hope that you have as much fun during your work out as we did. Thanks to Francois and the girls for helping out.
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I have often been told that the best way to travel is ‘in style’ which is something every Canal Walk shopper understands intuitively. With a wedding on the cards later this year and a honeymoon in Tuscany around the corner (I hope), I made it my goal to find the perfect travel accessories for my fiancé and I to enjoy our travels ‘in style’. As I don’t intend to marry often, I thought it acceptable to splurge a little in my search for fashionable and stylish luggage and, as a result, Canal Walk was the perfect choice. I started at Hepkers and was so delighted to find superb luggage for our romantic getaway, that I practically spent the day there. The friendly service and product knowledge of the Hepkers staff is impressive and I learnt a
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not have the hassle of replacing junk, and if anything should go amiss with your suitcase, you have a guarantee. I must reiterate the point made at Hepkers, that we often forget that we are one of hundreds of passengers on flights and many suitcases are packed and thrown into holds. The weaker your suitcase, the higher the risk of losing items before you arrive on your holiday. If you are planning to travel locally or abroad make sure that you invest in durable luggage so that you and your new partner can make the most of your honeymoon. Rather chase about after each other than missing suitcases. I love colour and always steer clear of boring black. The same can be said for my luggage purchase and, after all, a colourful QuaArniah suitcase is easy to locate on the Poetry Purple floral print blouse: R299.00 conveyer belt, which also means Accessorize pink and silver beaded necklace: R249.00 a quicker exit from the airport Matching suit Poetry Luna Shorts: R320.00 and and on to that luxurious hotel. Geneva Jacket: R699.00 I decided to go with the purple Revelation case and something from the Guess silver range; all of these pieces are fitted with wheels and steering handles so that you can Now let’s hope that the marriage lasts as long as manoeuvre your luggage easily and quickly. the suitcase does. The most beneficial features for me are that the cases are light as they stand empty but they have inner support for additional rigidity.
thing or two while chatting about, and trying out, the various options. For example, once you have packed your precious clothes, toiletries and other necessities, remove every second item - do not overdo the packing. A case bursting with unnecessary clutter will only hinder your mobility and will not allow you to indulge in gift shopping. More than that, you don’t want to find your clothes and belongings cascading from the aircraft as an air steward flings your luggage into the hold. Buy your luggage early and do some research into the best options available. Having said that you should pack light, do not buy a case that is too small and remember that you are restricted to 21 or 23 kilograms, depending on the air carrier you travel with. Quarneta Gemini floral skirt dove grey: R380.00 Aniseed sleeveless button knit: R350.00 Sue White t-shirt: R250.00 Brown belt: R299.00 Guess suitcase: R1799.00
There is nothing worse than having to drag a massive suitcase solo across an airport terminal, because you decided to go for the cheap luggage without wheels! It makes sense to spend a little more money on a well-known brand before you leave for your holiday so that you do
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The last step is a “lifting” massage using light pressure and soothing massage movements, along with tightening serum and relaxing gel which leaves skin glowing and features relaxed. The essential oils used are chosen specifically to suit individual skin-types and the light effleurage movements ensure full penetration of these oils.
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in Canal Walk. Their unique Freedom System allows consumers to create a personalised colour palette in which eye, lips, blusher and shadows from the spectacular array in store can be mix-and-matched as a palette of three, six or ten different make-up necessities to suit any look for the season. There’s no doubt that Inglot Cosmetics will soon become addictive with women of all ages. They have everything a make-up artist or make-up addict would want; from accessories, ‘must have’ eyelashes and brushes to an avalanche of nail varnishes and lipsticks.
radiate, advises Luciano. Once done at Inglot Cosmetics, our stylist Sam took Melissa to Poetry to choose an outfit. Melissa returned to the shoot and our speechless team. With nothing radical, Melissa’s enhanced natural beauty proved to be a crowd stopper and an inspiration. The photographs speak for themselves.
At Inglot, Luciano showed us how to give Melissa a makeover without overdoing the colour and use of make-up. The most important tip for summer is ‘less is more’. For young women like Melissa especially, there is no need to layer on the foundation as though icing a ganache cream cake, rather allow your skin to
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Find Your Man ‘I’ll have a King Kudu with my café latte’ by the Editor As I share chapter two of my romantic journey, my mind is filled with the sense that if single women don’t make the effort and take the risk, being lonely and crazy is inevitable. I believe that we are here to share life with someone who makes us forget the prosaic routine that threatens our existence and who opens our eyes to the beauty, vitality and sparkle ignited by true love.
take a chance on that fine beast in the coffee shop. Don’t be put off if he looks busy on his laptop, doesn’t everyone these days? First, look out for a wedding ring; it’s a no-go area if he’s wearing one. This sort of relationship will never work and besides, who wants that headache! Try a simple “Good morning”, just to see if he will bite. You don’t have to stop to have a conversation, move on to your table or colleague
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Now is your time to step out into the savannah. The wicked Cape wind has subsided, your hair shimmers in the Summer sunlight, your nails are polished, you are fresh, fragranced and there is a sensual lilt to your stride. It is time to relish the summer, soak up the sun and
ing”. The hunt takes time, especially if you intend to do all the important strategic profiling. Perhaps you’ll see him the next morning with the same coffee order; the comments and conversation I leave to you but I suggest something like “I’m looking for the perfect gift for a male friend, what would you suggest that’s
brutal but the first time is the most difficult. After three or four attempts you may even begin to have fun. Just remember to think before you pounce. Consider how you would like a King Kudu to approach you and what would excite and entice you.
a little more interesting than socks and ties?” You could go on to ask him for his “ideal gift list” or say something dramatic like “You look like the type of man who could give me some great gift ideas.” Yes it is blatantly tactical, but the first verbal interaction must be meaningful. Pick-up lines will not do.
This project may seem aggressive but I personally recommend it and despite the inevitable rejections, it is a great confidence booster! While I don’t recommend throwing all caution to the wind, do be prepared to risk a little as you consider the possibilities. You may just end up agreeing with Dr. Seuss, who said “you know you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.”
despite your shakes and excitement at having spoken to “the one”. Once you have nonchalantly read the specimen King Kudu’s body language, it may be wise to approach him with more than “Good morn-
Once you’ve started the conversation, read his body language, look into his eyes. Is he shying away? If he says that he’s “busy” or doesn’t “have time to talk”, it’s a “no” and he is clearly not interested. End it cleverly and with a ravishing smile. If, on the other hand, your potential King Kudu seems mesmerised by your charm and intellect, continue the conversation and relax. Allow your personality to shine through with an enthusiastic, warm approach, but not too much. And remember to smile. Let his body speak to you; it may tell you more than he does. Look out for folded arms or down cast eyes avoiding contact with yours and get out before you crash-land! Don’t take it personally, simply thank him and move on. You may have to go through this routine a couple of times each day. It sounds
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Your Honeymoon Paradise Awaits The Editor
where you can splurge because you haven’t spent your entire honeymoon budget on two air tickets. Packing the right items, clothing, toiletries and necessities is an art form. I have done a fair bit of travelling and realised that you must pack far less than you think you’ll need. In addition, the changes in flight regulations and rules now restrict us from walking onto the Airbus like over laden camels on a caravan expedition across the arid savannah. The vacation is not going to last forever, you are going to have to return to work and reality, so pack less and you will find yourself better prepared for shopping indulgences because you have the space. You will also be relieved to carry a lighter case than having to drag it behind you; the likelihood of someone offering to help is as rare as black rhino in the Kruger.
Plan ahead; even on a limited budget, you could be here A great deal of effort and time usually goes into finding the perfect honeymoon destination, so with the start of the New Year and the summer season bubbling over with wedding fever across the peninsula, I decided to look at the options for young lovers, with a tight budget my only restriction. I had loads of fun looking at the best destinations for honeymooners on a budget, especially as the global recession means that many newly married couples still find it rather trying to find an exotic location to fit their micro wallets. It’s great to know that there are romantic packages for honeymooners who do not want to land up in debt before enjoying married life. Here are a few destinations to make you and your partner want to get married all over again. If I could suggest a variety of locations I would include the Drakensberg because it is uniquely different, peaceful and relaxing. You can always choose Zanzibar, and, although a little beyond our borders, it is a delightful option if you want to stay in a luxury lodge with an intimate atmosphere, visit some of the world’s most renowned game reserves, including Nogorongoro or Serengeti and then laze on the white, palmfronded beaches. Mozambique is another spec-
tacular location for a luxurious honeymoon stay in your own villa and have your chef spoil you with island cuisine amidst the magnificent coral reefs in the Bazaruto Archipelago. Last, but not least, the majestic Limpopo Province is often forgotten but certainly worth investigating. There are many locations to consider for your honeymoon: Vhembe, Soutpansberg, Bushveld, Waterberg, Valley of the Olifants or the Greater Kruger Park. I found the Makutsi Conservancy Hotels attractive because you can choose from budget to 5-star accommodation, from resorts and inns to hotels and guesthouses. You will find luxury in harmony with unsurpassed vistas of the Bushveld. Guests can enjoy dawn and dusk game drives, guided tours in total seclusion and comfort.
and airfares become more expensive as you delay and increase the likelihood of your travel plans dive-bombing. Save some of the exorbitant air fare you might have spent on flights to the Bahamas or Paris in exchange for a luxurious local honeymoon
Weather is an important factor for your honeymoon too; there are high and low seasons for honeymooners and this is all dependant on the weather. Are you going to travel in peak holiday season or off-peak? Do you want crowds or solitude? The most important advice I can give is to have fun, laugh and plan a trip that you both will reminisce over for many years to come. The honeymoon prolongs the joyous ceremonial commitment you and your life partner have made to one another. Celebrate, laugh, love and listen.
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If lovebirds are looking for money-saving bargain trips abroad, traditional beach honeymoons on Fiji, Bali and Thailand remain popular, although new destinations such as Cook Island, Kota Kinabalu and Honolulu seem to be attracting Cupid’s arrows for 2011. I have learnt that the earlier you book, the cheaper your flights and accommodation; hotel rates
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I Dreamed of a Wedding... The Editor
Planning a wedding can be all consuming and overwhelming with many details to organise, book, prep, research and finalise. I ought to know - I am getting married in six weeks time! The preparation needs to begin early. Do not leave it until the last few months to try to find photographers or venues since Cape Town is the destination of choice for many locals and even more popular with foreigners. Our beautiful city, winelands, majestic beaches, diverse fauna and flora all make this the perfect place for romantic weddings and special occasions. We all know that the day is momentous for both bride and groom, and for their families too. There are flowers to be arranged, musicians to be booked, bridesmaids to select, invites to order; the list goes on and on. Of course, the most important detail for the bride is the dress, and this can be a monumental task for the bride, her mother, friends and siblings. The great news is that there is an incredible team of young women at Bride & Co, (the bridal and special events destination store at Canal Walk) to assist with your bridal preparations. Bride & Co have a large range of wedding and special occasion dresses for every woman and for every party, and the team of assistants have time, devotion and prowess to help you
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with this major accessory. I visited the store with three models last week and was treated to a day of fun, indulgence and endless variety. The choices of bridal wear, accessories and shoes are endless. If your husbandto-be requires a suit, he can mosey upstairs to find the perfect groom’s outfit while you admire and ogle the dresses without him knowing what you have in surprise for him. The bringing together of everything bridal in one location made me feel all the more relaxed about getting my wedding planning sorted out.
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BACK TO SCHOOL DRIVE DATE:
The Canal Walk Shopping Centre Back to School Drive aims to ensure that as many local learners as possible receive correctly fitting, comfortable and appropriate school clothes and accessories. Collection points will be located at Canal Walk’s entrances where you can drop off any donations of school clothes, bags, shoes, sports equipment and clothing, old pencils, crayons and any other school accessories. Canal Walk Foundation will donate all these items to those most in need. The Canal Walk Foundation was established to support a full spectrum of education, humanitarian and cultural projects and initiatives that contribute to the upliftment, development and empowerment of the community. As the Canal Walk Back to School Drive demonstrates, caring is a year-round occurrence at Canal Walk and not only reserved to the ‘season of goodwill’.
Line lace gown: R 12
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HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY DATE:
14 February
Canal Walk wishes all our customers a Happy Valentine’s Day
BRIDAL FAIR
Everything for your wedding from tiaras, veils, shoes, jewellery to hats can be sourced in this amazing store. Don’t forget to invite the cowboy in your life to Eurosuit (inside) for something flash in his size for the big day and for special occasions Oleg Cassini and Viola Chan are now available at Bride & Co so you can treat yourself to the latest trends.
DATES: Friday 25 - Sunday 27 February TIME: 9am – 9pm VENUE: Central Court Canal Walk’s Bridal Fair is all about your dream day and helping you create the perfect fairy tale wedding! Every excited bride-to-be can use a little help when it comes to planning her dream wedding and with over 150 expert suppliers on hand to help with everything from the menu to the venue, from gowns to shoes and photos to invites, the spectacular Canal Walk Bridal Fair is the ultimate one-stop wedding show for every bride and groom to be!
CRABTREE & EVELYN INTRODUCES NATURALS COLLECTION
Crabtree & Evelyn, an expert in naturally based formulas for over 30 years, introduces NATURALS – botanical body care with benefits. These good-for-you beauty remedies are inspired by a natural, pure view of beauty. NATURALS is comprised of eclectic blends of botanical extracts, botanical oils, and mineral complexes - free of parabens, mineral oil, synthetic dyes, sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium laureth sulfate. This collection - including body bars (saponified using a proprietary blend of superior grade oils), body smoothing treatments, refreshing foam shower mousses, and skin nourishing body butters - offers an alternative for those seeking products formulated with ingredients derived from natural sources.
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A man in love is incomplete until he has married. Then he’s finished. ~Zsa Zsa Gabor January/February 2011
Wednesday 5 - Sunday 23 January
Last year’s school clothes too small? Bring them along to Canal Walk Shopping Centre and make sure that they are given to a less fortunate learner. The same goes for that bunch of old pencils and the clutter of no longer used sports equipment in the garage.
The store is spacious, with a well designed floor layout. Dresses of every design and texture blossom before your eyes so make an appointment to chat with Bride & Co’s in-house wedding planner. She’ll find you solutions for everything from venues to wedding cakes with tap-able expertise.
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Janaury is SALE month for Crabtree & Evelyn and they will be running a wonderful Summer Sale starting on Thursday 6 January and ending Sunday 17 January. 50% off many ranges and all their seasonal collections.
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Gadget Review Our Technology Reporter reviews the MacBook Air If you want something with the “wow factor” you best get down to the iStore to check out the MacBook Air, now in store. I managed to get my hands on the awesome Mac last month and for my money, it is the next best thing since blueberry cheesecake. It has the versatility of an iPad, with the incredible power of a laptop. The upgraded version of the MacBook Air was released late in November 2010 and as usual it had all Mac-lovers in a total frenzy. The best thing about the MacBook Air is that it is so much lighter than the Pro, yet it exhibits more power and has enhanced portability,
email, the MacBook Air shuts down in three or four seconds. For those who use their laptop for day-to-day business, writing and global email connectivity or are always on the move, this sexy, waferthin machine is the perfect accessory. It is light enough to make it a great travel companion and Apple claims that once fully charged, users can expect up to seven hours of battery life. I came close at between five and six hours, and found the type of applications running and the screen brightness made a noticeable difference in this regard. With the entry level MacBook Air retailing at R 8,999.00, if the price alone doesn’t prove to be reason enough to invest, nothing else will. This is the machine that I have been waiting for and I am not looking forward to returning it. If you can get your eager paws on a Mac Book Air, get to the iStore today.
When Money is No Object Samsung Series 8 3D LED TV Light controlling, energy saving, Samsung HDTVs are easy on the planet - and on your eyes. Their unique Eco Sensor measures the intensity of the room’s light and automatically calibrates the brightness of the image on the screen. In a brightly lit environment, the picture brightness grows even brighter and, in dim surroundings, brightness is reduced. So now you’re not wasting energy on a bright screen when it isn’t needed. Enjoy the best picture possible with a TV that’s aware of its surroundings.
R34,995
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with two USB points. With its low profile it is the perfect addition to anyone’s business attire, and is available in two iterations with a screen diameter of either 11.6 inches or a massive 13.3 inches. But it’s the sheer speed of this amazing gadget which captured my attention. Boot-up takes less than 18 seconds from start to finish and all the applications seem to load more quickly than on comparatively spec’d machines; while data files transfer in seconds. And if you have to get going for that aeroplane check-in or run for that appointment mid-
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MINUTES WITH . . . CAmILLA LOR ion-conscious shopper which has seen younger, fashionable brands come into the centre. We wanted to make Canal Walk Cape Town’s premier shopping destination and we’ve certainly achieved that. TM: Are you originally from Cape Town and how did you land up at Canal Walk?
Camilla has been the Canal Walk Shopping Centre Marketing Manager for the last six years, has a team of 30 people under her and oversees all the info desks, the centre PR, tenant liaison, an on-site design team, an events team, Canal Walk TV, a tourism portfolio and everything else that falls under marketing at Canal Walk. We caught up with her and asked her, is this the ultimate marketing job? Camilla Lor: Yes! Canal Walk Shopping Centre is one of South Africa’s most successful shopping centres and a fantastic inspiration for any property marketing manager. The Month: The last six years has seen a major shift in the image of Canal Walk. Is that your doing? CL: (Laughs) We’ve put a lot of focus on the positioning and branding of Canal Walk. Together with a completely refreshed brand positioning and advertising campaign, we have driven the aspirational status while appealing to a higher LSM market. This has been further complemented by a leasing review and change in the tenant mix, skewed to the more fash-
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CL: I grew up in Cape Town, but moved to Knysna after studying PR, working at Knysna Child and Family Welfare as a project co-ordinator and social auxiliary worker. Moving from this sector, I joined a retail company and worked my way up to marketing and franchise manager. This was not only a huge learning curve but my first interaction with shopping centres from a retailer’s perspective. I then moved to Joburg as the marketing manager at Sandton City before returning home and to Canal Walk in 2004. TM: And how does it compare? CL: Canal Walk is an animal! The common areas, the size, the scale of the place; it’s worldclass in terms of its look. You can’t compare it to any other shopping centre in South Africa and is a ‘world apart’ architecturally, in trading hours, number of tenants and retailer types. In short, it’s an incredible shopping centre to be involved with.
Canal Walk, a ‘world apart’ architecturally Walk in the Century City precinct is one of its strengths drawing, as we do, on huge residential and corporate densities. There are over 50,000 people living and working in Century City and there’s a lot more development in the pipeline so, in terms of direct catchment area density, that bodes well for future growth at Canal Walk. TM: And, after six years, have you achieved what you set out to do? Is the job now done?
CL: While the world of retail keeps changing, our job keeps changing too. We have to be aware of global retail trends, economic influences and shopper behaviours while never forgetting the basics – great service, and of course, an exceptional shopping experience. We need to keep delivering the promise of our by-line – being that, at Canal Walk, you can truly “Shop The World”! TM: Thanks Camilla and good luck. Camilla can be contacted on camillal@canalwalk.co.za
TM: Sounds like the challenge is to innovate constantly? CL: Yes, and because retail is ever changing and adapting, nothing ever stays the same. In fact no two days are the same here. There’s an entrepreneurial feel to being in retail in the shopping centre space and because people in this game have great ideas, we’re always drawing from great concepts in new ways to boost foot count and customer spend. TM: What benefit is there in being part of Century City? CL: Undoubtedly, the location of Canal
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Hey guys, How will you spoil her on Valentine’s Day? Here’s a Suggestion...
Start with R10 000 worth of prizes from Canal Walk to be awarded on the morning of Saturday 12th February before boarding your private helicopter bound for Santé. Enjoy a magical flip over the Winelands as your mates go green with envy and her admiring family (and jealous
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Land in the grounds of magical Santé in the heart of the Winelands, a short distance from Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch, as Santé staff whisk your bags to your suite and you to your waiting tour guide from Winelands Experience. From here a short drive will see you settled at the revamped restaurant at the Backsberg Wine Estate for lunch. Here you’ll enjoy Backsberg Sparkling Brut MCC and your choice of any one of Backsberg’s fabulous lunch options, including their delicious Summer Vineyard Platter or Karoo Lamb on the Spit. After lunch your guide will drive you to Vrede en Lust for an exclusive wine tasting, cellar tour and visit to the historic Manor House at the hands of one of the estate’s famous ‘Ladies in Red’. Depending on time, your dedicated guide will then escort you to an estate of your choice before delivering you back to Santé. It’ll be late afternoon by the time you step out of your airconditioned transporter so you’ll be pleased to head to the Santé Spa for a romantic couples’ massage and some time out before your private, candle-light dinner. More wine and Backsberg bubbly will compliment chefs Beenyamin and Monique’s marvellous creations and a special Valentine’s desert which is sure to set the scene for the rest of the evening. That, of course, is up to you and as this is a family magazine, we’ll say no more.
stand a chance to win a dream Valentine’s experience, courtesy of Santé Wellness Spa and Hotel and everyone’s favourite shopping destination, Canal Walk. The experience will be made all the more special with transfers courtesy of Winelands Experience, food and wine from the Backsberg Wine Estate and a tour and tasting of the Verde en Lust Wine Estate. To stand a chance of winning this fabulous prize, answer this simple question: What does the french word “Santé” mean in English?
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Awake at your leisure before enjoying a Champagne Breakfast and a short helicopter flight back to Canal Walk. Her friends and family will be there, to welcome you back, while yours will still be pinching them selves wondering how on earth you were made winner and not them. Shop, enjoy the experience and sign a couple of autographs before heading home . Don’t forget the next day is Valentine’s Day; imagine the special gifts that await you now… Readers of The Winelands Month and The Canal Walk Month
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Two Piece Tango The Beach Correspondent asks, “Are you ready for Summer and that bikini?” Climbing into a bikini at the start of summer is a little nerve-wracking for most of us. Thanks to the many rich gravies, sauces and custards we use to keep the Western Cape cold at bay, our stomachs bear testimony to the havoc caused by our winter diets. After all, the more wholesome the meal, the less cold you feel. As summer arrives, with shorts, bikinis, vests and cooler outfits mov-
ing to the front of our wardrobes, so our winter woollies and self-confidence retreat. Spare a thought for the reactions of many bikinis… it must be pretty scary having skin coloured a sun-starved granite-grey of some forgotten mining town squeezed into it. When you consider the desire of every piece of dazzling swimwear in Canal Walk; to hug the
Blue speedo with frill detail R445.00
easily into a beach bag or the modesty value it may have when tied around your waist; shopping for a sarong gives you license to parade your body and bikini in the changing booth, which is valuable practise before heading to the beach.
Pebble tie Halter neck: R545.00 Accessorize necklace: R249.00
It goes without saying that the African sun is harsh and our skins are highly sensitive; remember to use a good block-out for your face and body. Try Shisheido UV 30 Protection cream for excellent protection in an urban environment - which has a fabulous feather-light application. Remember to use a UV protection cream daily and don’t forget to apply it to all exposed (or potentially exposed) areas, and no, olive oil and baby oil should not find their way into your beach bag.
body of Aphrodite and lie in the blazing sun, you’ll appreciate that many bodies, and many more bikinis, are likely to be hot and bothered for all the wrong reasons. So how do we win the battle? First, look for the bikini you want but before you purchase it, try it on in store with the support of a good, nottoo-critical, friend; the kind who loves you for the person that you are! To make the most of your assets, and what works for your shape, try on a few different bikinis before heading for the till. After all, a great bikini is like a dashing boyfriend – it should bring you happiness, flatter and make your girlfriends envious. So don’t settle for the first “chap” who comes along; take your time, investigate, and try a few options (I’m referring to the bikini now). The second item you’ll need, if you plan to win, is a sarong. Besides the convenience of slipping it January/February 2011
The Month dressed this month’s fabulous model, Thessa, in two stop-menow gorgeous bikinis from The Speedo Concept store in Canal Walk. She had so much fun wearing the stunning little numbers and being chased by our photographer that she nearly dove into the Crystal Towers pool, bikini and all. The sarong and accessories pictured are all available at Accessorize and finished the beach ensemble perfectly.
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Restaurant Review
Chai Yo
The Canal Walk waterfront is the perfect location for a lunch or coffee break, even more so with the arrival of summer’s long sunny days and clear blue skies. The Month went off to spend time at Chai Yo which is nestled
Tempura Ebi, which consists of tempura prawns and avocado wrapped with seaweed and served with tempura sauce. To add to the sushi, we ordered two different main courses, Gai Nam-Phung (Honey Chicken) and Pad Thai.
outside the mall overlooking the canal and bridges of the shopping centre. We stumbled past the fast food stores and the bustling food court and found ourselves at Chai Yo. My friend and I were both drawn to the open space, the light, the large outdoor balcony and the promise of great sushi.
The crispy, coated chicken breast fillet of the Gai Nam-Phung, flash fried, sliced and served with Chai Yo’s famous honey sauce is almost as popular as the Pad Thai, which is served with soft rice noodles, tofu, chicken, bean sprouts, nuts and egg. Being able to see the canal, the water and watch the bird life while taking a break from the office (and the publisher) added extra value to an already good deal.
We decided to spend our lunch break with a view of the water and both ordered the halfprice sushi (I’m a great fan of sushi, and doubly so when it’s half-price). This fantastic offer from Chai Yo, available Monday to Friday from
Seen at Canal Walk in December, Lewis Hamilton’s 2008 Formula 1 championship-winning McLaren-Mercedes
Our sushi was delicious and the service extremely brisk. The Pad Thai was superb, with the flavouring, in particular, perfect. The portion sizes for both of our main meals were sufficient but as the food does cool quickly, it would have been nicer had they served it piping hot. In the summer heat it’s a complaint that’s easy to overlook, but cold winter weather may magnify the gripe. The Honey Chicken was so good that I was offered only a miniscule bite before it was polished off with gusto. The intense honey tartness that contrasts with the crispy chicken is extraordinary. The Month definitely recommends both dishes. Unfortunately we did not have space for anymore food; I know that we felt as if we could not consume another morsel. The atmosphere in the restaurant was relatively tranquil, although the music seemed loud and unusual for a Thai restaurant. While the restaurant is set on the lip of the canal, diners can enjoy the openair veranda if preferred - you may even bump into the team from The Month.
Chai Yo’s view over the canal noon to 6pm, is as good as their other special of a starter and main course for R69.00. When we arrived, two other tables of lunch guests were already seated; by the time our sushi starters had arrived, five tables of guests were enjoying lunch. It may make sense then, if you’re looking for a slightly different lunch option, or simply want half-price sushi, to arrive early. Our selection of sushi included Philadelphia rolls with cream cheese and avocado wrapped with smoked salmon and sesame seeds and topped with spring onions; two portions of
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At the Crossing Point Staff Reporter
eleven hours, there is often no realisation of how close they are to achieving what they set out to achieve. If you give up the first time it feels really bad, the second time not so bad, the third time it’s becoming okay. Quitting can easily become a habit. Perseverance is absolutely critical to everything in life. So I’m not different – I just don’t give up so easily. TM: Are you thinking of scaling back your adventures? LP: The other day I was arguing with David Cameron. We were having a solid debate and then, that evening, I was racing some youngsters in the pool. Although it was a wonderful feeling to be tested against these young ‘thrusters’ and argue against the big minds, I realised that an ability to argue comes with experience and ability to swim tapers off with age. So I guess I’m at the ‘crossing point’ at my age; arguing may become easier and swimming harder! Having said that, I swim to carry a message and so I will swim until the last day of my life - but I hope it won’t be because of a swim that it is the last day of my life. TM: So what’s next, Lewis?
Lewis Pugh: swims to achieve the impossible Lewis Pugh spent the first ten years of his life in England, the next 17 in South Africa, and since then has lived from time to time in both countries, including some time spent in Norway. He is a maritime lawyer by training and a pursuer of dreams by inclination. There wasn’t an ocean or a sea that he didn’t want to swim, nor a mountain he didn’t want to climb, and it was no surprise to him when he quit his well-paid lawyer’s job in the City of London for a life more interesting. He spent five years in the British SAS, devoted his free time to preparing for (and swimming in) the world’s most hostile places and developed an understanding of the beauty, the preciousness and fragility of life and its many eco-systems. In 2010 he was named a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum for his “potential to contribute to shaping the future of the world through inspiring leadership.” Driven by nothing more than deep belief, he has achieved things most would regard as impossible. He swims to highlight the challenge of containing global warming so we asked him whether ‘Achieving the Impossible’ was not only his motivation, but apt in this regard.
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Lewis Pugh: Well, the world stands at a crucial juncture. Just because we have lived the way we have for so long, have consumed the way we have for so long, populated the
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earth the way we have for so long, doesn’t mean we can carry on doing so and survive and the warning signs are everywhere to be seen. We need a radical tactical shift in our relationship with the environment that will ensure that our children and grandchildren will live in a safe, secure and, most importantly, a sustainable world. Very few things are impossible to achieve if we put our minds to it.
London (working as a lawyer) a friend said to me once, ‘if you don’t follow your own dreams in life you’re going to be following somebody else’s’. And that combination sort of sealed it for me. Imagine getting to the end of your life and realising that!
The Month: But do we have the capability to make this ‘tactical shift’?
LP: Ja, and that training helped me put expeditions together. It was very hard, brutally hard. (Lewis is, to date, the only member of the SAS to have completed the selection course three times). But from a very young age I had always dreamt of exploring and my father read to me of the great explorers. So I think this is what I was cut out to do! Having said that, as a lawyer I learned to think sequentially and argue rationally and I wouldn’t be able to fight with world leaders about the need to protect the environment unless I’d learnt that.
LP: The capability has to begin young and, unfortunately, we never get taught at school what the components are. We get taught English, Afrikaans, Maths, Biology, History etc, but what about vision, leadership, teamwork, courage, mindset, tenacity and determination? All of those things are eminently teachable and with them most things are possible. Unless we are capable to make the right decisions right now, our children will live in a world that’s neither safe nor sustainable. TM: And now you swim to highlight this challenge. What drove you and shaped your understanding? LP: A number of different factors. My father was in the South Pacific for six years whilst the British carried out their atomic tests. He was a Naval Surgeon and his responsibility was to go and pick up all the dead animals afterwards and examine them for their levels of radiation. It left a mark on him. When we moved to South Africa, every school holiday he would take me to a National Park. It’s hard not to love the environment when you’ve done this. Then I went to the Arctic and, over seven summers, saw sea ice melting and galaciers retreating, which made me aware of climate change. And then in
LP: Well, there are two possible swims, both endurance, both swimming across entire ecosystems - one very dangerous and one moderately dangerous. I want to do the very dangerous one whilst my team wants me to do the moderately dangerous one. I guess I’ll have to peg back at some stage – undoubtedly the intensity of the swimming will fade but the intensity of the message needs to grow. TM: And to wrap, what is that message? LP: It’s really a plea to every person and every nation to do everything possible to protect the environment. We live in a global environment
TM: So you joined the SAS?
TM: And these extreme physical challenges it’s been suggested that you are able to achieve these because you are in some way physically different. Is that the case? LP: Certainly not. I will just never, ever, give up. There is nothing more powerful than a made-up mind yet most people give up at the 11th hour. Not only have they just wasted
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so what happens in one part of the world will impact every other part. If we damage one part it can impact another part, many kilometres away. And when it comes to cutting carbon emissions, we must stop arguing about whether China, the USA or the EU should act first. Given the urgency of the situation every country needs to put in place every solution at its disposal. There is no time for delay. TM: Thanks Lewis and good luck. For more information visit www.lewispugh.com
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Console Wars Which is the Best Video-game console: Wii, Xbox360, or PlayStation 3? Comparing the top three video-game consoles, the Nintendo Wii, the Microsoft Xbox360 and the Sony Playstation 3 (PS3), is not an easy task. Many online debates have degenerated into name calling; typically “X is just better than Y” comments; with no real resolution in sight. However there are a few distinct features that characterise these gaming machines which allow buyers to make a fairly informed decision. With the advent of motion controllers on all three consoles, the question of which console is best has never been so poignant. The Month takes a look, and offers some advice.
T h e Microsoft Xbox360 is one of the High Definition (HD) consoles and hence has high-end graphics and features wonderful online
play and exclusive games that are amazing just to watch. This console offers plenty of games ranging from ‘Everyone’ to ‘Mature’ ratings. Xbox Live offers downloadable games, game add-ons, and the capability to buy and rent TV shows and movies - many of which are in highdefinition. Beyond its impressive media capabilities, the Xbox360 is also an excellent gaming machine with games that generally look as good as their PS3 counterparts. It is best for those who want an easy-to-use interface and who take online gameplay seriously. The online multiplayer experience is not free like the other two but it is considered the best by some. Besides the earlier models being notoriously unreliable and as loud as a vacuum cleaner, it has always been positioned between the Wii and PS3 price range leading to its widespread popularity. With over 20 million members worldwide, Xbox Live is the most complete online console experience available today and the 360 simply has some of the best games and the best selection of retail games out there. The Kinect is the Xbox’s motion controller and consists of a variety of motion sensors. This peripheral allows gamers to play without a controller - effectively interacting with their console using only their body and voice. Current Kinect games are aimed at younger and casual gamers and are competing directly with Wii and PS3 motion controlled games. The Sony PS3 is the other HD console and features graphics which are on par and sometimes slightly better than the Xbox360. It features a superior multimedia experience principally be-
cause of the built in Blu-ray drive which you can use to stream TV and other content from your computer. Cross media content is easy to browse and, like the Xbox, the PS3 features some of the most popular exclusives - such as the ‘60 million plus selling’ Gran Turismo series. The online experience is considered to be slightly behind that of the Xbox’s but
with a growing online store and free online multiplayer the pros outweigh the cons. A large detractor from the PS3 is the price. The most expensive console of the three, the PS3 has recently released its motion control peripheral (Playstation Move) which consists of various cameras and controllers. It closely resembles the control experience supplied by the Wii and is also targeted at casual gamers and kids. The Nintendo Wii’s graphics may lack compared to the other two but it is original, fun and has amazing abilities. It was the first console to properly support motion sensing gaming and has only recently received competition from the Xbox and PS3. The majority of the games are targeted at young and casual gamers with a few exclusives targeted at more core gamers. While the Wii isn’t regarded as a ‘hardcore’ gamer’s console, the system has served up some pretty compelling titles over the past few years and, all things considered, the Wii has
become best known for its addictive party games, the occasional fitness game and shooting titles that emulate light gun arcade games. The innovative and, until recently unique, controller allows games to be creative, simple and easy to use. The Wii fit is a dedicated balance board which is used mostly for fitness games and allows users to receive a personalised workout without leaving their living
room. The Wii also targets people who aren’t necessarily gamers by marketing itself as ‘a general entertainment device’. A major advantage of the Wii has been its price, with the Wii being the cheapest console of the three from the beginning. So, in conclusion, the Wii is still the best option at the moment for casual, family-friendly play. For hardcore gamers it is more difficult to choose between the Xbox360 and the PS3 and, in the end, it comes down to ‘exclusives’ and the multimedia capabilities. If you like firstperson shooters and are willing to pay for good online multiplayer, get an Xbox360. If you prefer Sony’s exclusives and want to watch Bluray movies get a PS3. It’s as simple as that!
NuMetro Movies January starts big on 31 December 2010 already with the release of
TRON LEGACY in 3D Sci-fi Action at it’s best – for young and old On 7 January 2011
GULLIVER’S TRAVELS in 3D Jack Black in Liliput – but bigger with its tiny citizens…
THE TOURIST Johnny Depp and Angelina Jolie In this new espionage, romantic thriller On 14 January 2011
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Hang in there, Kids We attend the Petzl Climbing Day at the Adventure Centre
italise on the concept of experiential shopping and, as such, incorporates unique features such as an ice chamber with thermal imaging, a torrential rain chamber to test waterproof gear, a spider farm, jellyfish tank and numerous other attractions.
January/February 2011 “The Cape Union Mart mega store measures up with the very best of its type anywhere in the world,” says Philip Krawitz, Cape Union Mart Group CEO. He adds: “South Africans are great lovers of the outdoors and are passionate about enjoying the numerous scenic splendours that our favourable climate has to offer.” If you’ve never climbed before in your life and want some free lessons from the best, or if you’re a practised climber and just want to test some awesome Petzl gear, get more information on the new Adventure Centre at Canal Walk. Call 021 555 4692.
Don’t look down, put yourself and Petzl to the test
You can handle practically everything at the adventure centre
As part of their ‘school holidays’ programme, Cape Union Mart held a Petzl-sponsored Kids Climbing Day on Tuesday the 14th December 2010 from 11am until 2pm where all children were invited to try their hands and feet on the climbing wall at the Cape Union Mart Adventure Centre at Canal Walk. Compettions pitted friends against friends, in a mini speed-climbing competition, tested the kids ability to navigate increasingly difficult routes and, for all, there was plenty of fun to be had clambering around. Kids of all climbing abilities took part and spot prizes were awarded to noteworthy climbers, courtesy of one of the icons of the climbing industry – Petzl. The Cape Union Mart Adventure Centre at Canal Walk boasts 2200 square metres bursting with the latest and greatest outdoor gear and features two climbing walls - a uniquely designed 7 metre climbing wall and a smaller, bouldering wall for kids. The store aims to cap-
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MACsimum Appeal Our Make-Up Correspondent visits the MAC store. I have always wanted to find out more about make-up and the detailed application needed to make a person stand out from the crowd or simply show off a healthy, glowing skin. The MAC store in Canal Walk always seems to impress with the array of ravishing beauties there and I often gulp at their magnificent collection of alluring cosmetics on show. They’re so impressive in fact, that The Month chose Gabbi Caietta and Louise van Niekerk of MAC to do the make-up for this edition’s January bridal makeover shoots with Thessa, Quaarniah and Querneta on pages 10 and 11.
Whilst all the models have gorgeous features, perfect complexions, exquisite eyes and charm to match, the effect of the application of their make-up was astounding and their transformation breathtaking. What was particularly impressive was Gabbi and Louise’s delicate application of products with nothing over the top or too flashy.
We pressed Gabbi to share her summer-weather trade secrets to which she responded “Every woman should carry a concealer in her travel vanity case, especially for those inevitable skin emergencies and quick touch-ups behind closed doors. Secondly Prep & Prime Transparent I asked Gabbi to describe the techniques used Finishing powder is a must – it’s a translucent on our models’ complexions, eyes, cheeks and powder, so you need not worry about stainlips. “One of the trends for summertime is ing your clothes. The miniscule milled powder melts right into your foundation, your skin glows and it reduces the look of fine lines. This fantastic powder gives the appearance of diminishing pore size too. I keep three eye shadows (for a minky eye your best friends are brűlée, sable and antiqued; all available in store now), mascara (the choice is yours to make, but vote full lash ahead of natural. I used a combination of “Less is more” - Louise shares her tips both Studio Fix lash and Zoom ‘Cashmink’ which is what we used on each of lash on the models), a popping lipstick (we the three models. We focused on the skin us- used Rambling Rose and Speed Dial on the laing Strobe Cream and Prep & Prime Spf50 (a dies, but go with whatever makes you feel conmust have for summer days); we then applied fident and ready for fun) and finally you can Studio Sculpt Foundation which gives radiance never be on the go without your Fix+Spray! It to the skin and finished the look using warm refreshes and soothes irritated skin; it’s a girl’s mink colours on the eyes and sculpted cheeks best friend!” in tones of bronze with a hint of colour. For an extra summer experience a pop of colour was Well, I know where I’m headed for my next used on the lips in shades of coral and pink. cosmetics raid: the MAC store. To finish, we sprayed our Fix & Finishing mist over the completed palette” she said.
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If ice cream proper or gelato are a little threatening to your middle, try a Marcel’s frozen yoghurt next door. Where gelato is Italian for ‘frozen’, Marcels is The Month-speak for ‘heaven’. The variety of flavours is more limited than at either Café Magnifico or Dodge City, but this in no way detracts from the product and the choices of toppings are a dream fanfare. Try Smarties, chocolate sprinkles, nuts and flavoured fruit syrups - but not all at once.
Marcel’s, the healthier option
Favourite flavours include Strawberry, English Toffee, Chocolate and Vanilla.
Angelo Blue, Banana Pineapple, Strawberry and Mint Crisp from Dodge City
Be warned, though, all three these tempting frozen treats are addictive and once you’re hooked you’ll battle to get through the day without your daily dose!
Café Magnifico: Ferrero Rocher and Chocolate Brownie offering With the height of summer upon us, one of the most tempting ways to keep cool in the mall or on the beach is with a tantalising gelato. Flavours can range from pistachio to tiramisu and there’s even bubblegum. Gelato has a lower butterfat content when compared to traditional ice creams and, as a result, you can indulge in gelati without any concerns or guilt this summer. Gelato is the Italian word for ‘frozen’ and is similar to ice cream but made differently. Ingredients include milk, cream, various sugars and the flavouring of nut purees and fruit. Gelato can be traced back to the Egyptians and Ancient Romans, who made frozen dessert from ice and snow brought down from mountaintops and then preserved it underground. It even appeared at the Medici court in Florence. In 1686 the Sicilian fisherman, Francesco Procopio dei Coltelli, designed the first ice cream machine; however the popularity of gelati only became prevalent in the 1920s and 1930s. January/February 2011
Besides being the perfect way to cool off when the Cape Town summer sizzles and a simple cool drink will not do, this popular iced dessert will always send adults on a trip down memory lane - with thoughts of strolls on the beach, perfect sunsets and endless holidays with childhood friends. If you and your family are in the mall, head to Dodge City for a gorgeous array of gelati. While a little less creamy than some, the Dodge City offering boasts a variety of unusual flavours, including Angelo Blue, Banana Pineapple, Strawberry and Mint Crisp. If you’re keen to compare, try Café Magnifico which is destined to become a The Month ‘Hot Spot’ for summer. The Café Magnifico gelati have a velvety texture, with luscious flavours and beautiful colours. Choosing a favourite here may prove difficult, however, as the enormous variety of flavours will leave little time for shopping between repeat visits to their fridge. The decadent Ferrero Rocher and Turkish Delight options are particularly tempting.
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Roving Reporter, Jim Waite ultimately a touching portrayal of a father’s love for his son and vice versa. Cave’s prose is lyrical, intelligent and demonstrates a wonderful blend of horror, heartbreak and humour. Unlike his critically acclaimed first novel And the Ass Saw the Angel in 1989; The Death of Bunny Munro is a far more contemporary novel. With such complex and engrossing characters, I found it to be a captivating read.
The Death of Bunny Munro
tells the tale of protagonist Bunny Munro, a door-to-door salesman, on the last leg of his life. Following the unexpected death of his wife, Bunny takes his son on a trip along the south coast of England in an attempt to flee from his personal demons. The novel is dark, funny and deeply moving. It is an honest account of remorse, self-discovery and
Unfortunately this book won’t be to everyone’s taste. Cave explores themes of sexual addiction as well as the excessive use of drugs and alcohol, and with that in mind, this novel is not appropriate for children or sensitive readers. In my opinion the book is better suited to male readers and I’d highly recommend it to fans of authors such as Chuck Palahniuk, Bret Easton Ellis or Chad Kultgen. The Death of Bunny Munro has recently been printed in paperback, and although not the most recent release, it’s well worth the read. The Death of Bunny Munro is available at
I must say that they’re a funny bunch here at The Month. Ever since I started my extended ‘trial period’ as a reporter with them, I’ve not covered the same topic twice. I keep getting shunted from department to department and, although I thought I’d written a really good piece on olive oil in November edition of The Month, and shared my opinion on the best coffee in The Canal Walk Month, they’ve moved me yet again; out of ‘Culinary’ and into ‘Finance’. So, in my new role as Financial Reporter, I showed initiative and went to see my old friend Ferran Griede who, I could tell by his response, was pleased to see me. “Waite, I’m busy� he said. So I waited. When he was finally off his ‘important overseas business call’ (which ended, somewhat oddly, with ‘Goodbye Mummy’) I charged in with my first Fi-
nancial Reporter- type question. “The Rand is strong� I said, “and, as a result it seems, interest rates are coming down. Why is this? � Ferran Griede: Currencies operate like any other good; their price is determined by supply and demand. Since you need Rands to buy South African goods, demand for the currency is largely related to demand for our goods and services from overseas. However, the rate of interest you receive from holding Rands is also a determinant – especially for ‘hot’ money; money looking for short-term return. Because the Rand carries a high interest rate relative to other currencies, there is extra demand for it – which drives it stronger. In the real economy, however, a stronger Rand makes our exports less competitive, so the Reserve Bank (whose job it is to ‘protect the internal and external value of the currency’) adjusts rates downwards to prevent this. The Month: So that’s great for borrowers but my aging mother complains that the interest she receives on her savings is too low. Rates, electricity and petrol all seem to be going up, so she feels poorer.
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FG: The beauty of the free market is that it allows us to be productive. Increased productivity (or doing things more efficiently) equates to producing the same goods and services with less manpower OR more goods and services with the same manpower. If the same number of people can produce more, that makes them wealthier and we call this (on the larger scale) ‘growth of the economy’. How that extra wealth is spread about is the job of government who uses taxes and spending to spread things around. TM: And the stock market, I’m told, has ‘recovered’. What does this mean? FG: The stock market is simply an aggregate of company values and those values are determined by an expectation of earnings (profit) going forward. So when the economic situa-
tion conspires to enable companies to do that, their values rise and with it, the stock market. To a lot of companies that depend on borrowing, lower interest rates, for example, is a major factor. Hence, rates coming down, as you mentioned in your earlier question, helps companies produce earnings and enhances their value. So if your Mum has any shares as well as savings, this could provide a counter. TM: Thanks Feiran, got any hot tips for me? FG: Ja. Close the door firmly behind you on your way out.
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Jogged by Lewis Pugh’s assertion that we need to make a ‘radical tactical shift in our relationship with the environment’ to ensure that our children and grandchildren will live in a ‘safe, secure and, most importantly, a sustainable world’ got me thinking. Is it our relationship with the environment that has broken down and needs fixing? Or is it our relationship with our wallets? Living in a safe and secure future requires us to halt global warming, plain and simple. But climate change is the result of burning energy rich carbon (coal and oil) and pumping tonnes of carbon into the atmosphere and we burn fossil fuel to satisfy demand. Global warming is simply the symptom of ‘consumerism’ that we have developed in the western world - that drives western world economies.
ment can have a lasting impact. Getting our kids more exposed to the natural beauty of the environment is bound to have an effect on them. But although Lewis can draw attention to global warming in a way few others can, changing the way we think about the environment in isolation is pointless unless we change the way we think about material things and money. Or rather not the way WE think, but in what messages we send to our children.
That’s just the way it is.
We work ourselves to the bone to provide our kids with the things they don’t need – more gadgets, comfortable homes, bigger cars, etc, to keep them busy whilst we go out and try to earn more money. Not so we can spend it but so we can leave it to them when we’re gone. In western economies the object of work is to have money as if it were an end in itself, and not a means to an end. The ‘end’ should surely be happiness, satisfaction or quality of life. How is this equipping our kids to make the right decisions; to make the ‘radical tactical shift’ they need to make? As parents we lament our children’s want of material goods – attempting to remove the spec from their eyes with the log firmly in ours.
So how do we go about making that ‘radical tactical shift’ that Lewis espouses? Obviously, as happened to him, exposure to the environ-
The problem isn’t a lack of love for the environment; the problem is a love for money. Just to have more money has become the aim of
The part of the world that led the industrial revolution, and invented the free market, gets wealthier through growing its economy. And an expanding global economic system displaces the environment within a finite biosphere.
our age. Having more money means having more things and until we learn (or teach our children) to have only what we need, we’ll continue to burn fossil fuel. So, not only are we destroying their environment, giving them no tools to deal with it, we’re making it worse for them by making things easier for them. Lewis describes this as ‘the Everest of all challenges’- and he’s right. What happened to quality of life and working to earn enough to have that? To work more than that, to earn more than that, is to show our children that money and material goods are everything and that that will make them happy. We, ourselves, work hard at the expense of spending time with our kids. Yet time is more valuable than money. You can get more money, but you cannot get more time. It’s time we started to deal with the cause not the symptoms. Unless we take a serious look at the way we live the battle to contain climate change is surely lost.
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For our second social page, we thought it a good idea to get to know more of the centre personalities, so we asked retailers:
What is your new year’s resolution?
Charlene from Nail Fantasy: to “make everything right next year!”
Bonita and Tarryn from Obsession: to “get our drivers licences!”
Ouida from Winston Sahd: to “make lots of money so I can travel to the east!”
Karen, Shirley and Katherine from Browns Jewellers: Karen – to “go to Paris; Shirley - to “climb Kilimanjaro” and Katherine – to “travel to Greece!” and, of course, to give exceptional personal service!
Charlene from Soto: to “cut out all negativity from my life and be positive. I’m going to become successful and happy!”
Kyle from Cape Union Mart (who plans to study electronics next year): to “keep focused and study hard”
Fiona from Lu by Lolita: to ‘salute the sun’ every morning, and fill my days with adventure!
Mark and Chatillon from Diamonds and Tanzanite: Mark - to “give up smoking” (new girlfriend the motivation!) and Chatillon (who’s actually a goldsmith) – to “do my best in the workshop”
Taryn from the Samsung Store: to “marry a rich old man!” (NB. Rich old men form a queue outside the store from the 2nd...)
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