As we celebrate Women’s Month, we honour the achievements and contributions of remarkable women like Laura Thomas, the Founding Owner and Managing Partner of Salt & Candy. Over the past 15 years, Laura has transformed her vision into reality, navigating the challenging waters of the advertising world and inspiring many along the way. Overcoming early challenges When Laura began her career, resources for women in business were scarce. “There really weren’t many female role models in my industry that I was aware of,” she recalls. Despite having a godmother who was a powerhouse in business, Laura faced numerous challenges. “There…
We’ll be whipping up glasses of this hot brew – complete with a fluffy, sweet, custard-like topping – at home! Just starting to trend in the West now,…
Jandri van Zyl, the visionary behind amazing brands such as The Velvet Cake Co and Cake Canteen, shares the importance of consistency and remaining motivated whilst facing the challenges of starting one’s business. In 2012 Jandri, launched her online business The Velvet Cake Co which she recalls presented unique challenges in the beginning from ensuring that the product reached its target audience to always making sure their cakes remained consistent in its excellent quality. Despite challenges Jandri persevered through continuous motivation and hard work that was driven by creativity and passion. View this post on Instagram A post…
Picture yourself in your kitchen, a glass of fine wine in hand, following the chef’s expert guidance to create dishes that pair perfectly with each sip. This is…
The Olympics not only showcase incredible athletic talent but also offer a glimpse into the lives of athletes, including their dining experiences. Athletes have been sharing their experiences on TikTok, and among them, Muslim Australian boxer Tina Rahimi has highlighted the halal options available in the Olympic Village. In a video that has garnered over four million views, Rahimi takes her followers on a tour of the dining hall, specifically focusing on the halal section. “Everyone has been asking me about the halal options at the dining hall,” she says as she walks towards the area. @tinarahimii_ Replying to @BellaLuna…
This Rooibos spiced chai mulled cider is worth trying this winter! Masala chai (meaning spiced tea) is originally from India and is a tea blended to bring optimal…
When we think of Andriette de la Harpe, vibrant colours and delightful sweet treats come to mind! Following her retrenchment due to the COVID-19 lockdown, Andriette faced a challenging period where she found it difficult to get out of bed for a week, clinging to her now-lost job title. However, within a few months, she reinvented herself as the owner of ‘n Mondvol (“a mouthful”), a charming cakery in Stellenbosch she affectionately calls “home-made therapy.” Through ‘n Mondvol, Andriette’s baking journey flourished, culminating in her participation in MasterChef South Africa season 4. Her talent and passion earned her the runner-up…
Chock-full of vitamin C and healthy fats, The Citrus smoothie bowl is the perfect morning pick-me-up. This is an especially wonderful winter breakfast – fight off that flu…
A study with 1008 people of an average age of 50 with abdominal obesity found that people eating avocados every day for 26 weeks had some unexpected health benefits. The participants followed a caloric-limited, nutrient-dense diet. They also limited their alcohol, sugar, and salt intake The most notable result was that eating an avocado as frequently as once per day improved the participant’s diet quality overall. Those who had an avocado a day consumed more unsaturated fats than saturated fats. The healthy fats in avocados help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K) and other nutrients from other…
What’s mouth-wateringly delicious, great for breakfast or brunch, and is as golden as the late summer sun? Mmmmm…mangoes, of course! If you love mangoes, try this mango flapjack…