• Baobab Retreat cocktail Five-star game lodge on the banks of Zambezi River, Batoka, shares one of their delicious, thirst-quenching cocktail recipes truly inspired by Africa. Batokas’ Baobab Retreat offers gin-lovers a taste of something exotic and uniquely African with the addition of the age-old Baobab essence. INGREDIENTS BAOBAB AND GINGER SYRUP 1 cup granulated sugar ¾ cup water 1 cup sliced fresh ginger root, peeled 1-2 tablespoons of Baobab powder COCKTAIL 50ml Victoria Falls Gin 25ml Homemade baobab and ginger syrup 25ml Lemon juice Cucumber purée METHOD BAOBAB AND GINGER SYRUP Place sugar and water into a small…

    The Amorim Cap Classique Challenge awards five category trophies for Best Brut, Best Rosé, Best Blanc de Blanc, Best Extended Aging Class and Best Nectar wines and Simonsig won two classes this year taking Best Rosé for the Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rosé 2020 as well as Best Nectar for its Kaapse Vonkel Satin Nectar Rosé 2020. This judging panel was convened by Heidi Duminy, Cape Wine Master. Assisting her were wine educator Cathy Marston, winemakers Morgan Steyn (De Grendel), Johan Fourie (Benguela Cove) and Nathan Valentine (Villiera) and wine service ambassador Spencer Fondaumiere. Tarryn Vincent from Reciprocal was an associate…

    As our gazes already begin to turn to 2023’s décor trends, one common prediction is that uniformity is out and expression pieces are in. That matching lounge suite? Forget about it. All the rugs in your home conforming to similar shades of grey? Think twice. Décor trends since the pandemic have all been inspired by the thinking that says our homes should be a reflection of those who live in it, rather than what we think will look good for guests – call it a statement. It only makes sense then that statement pieces have been hot on the home…

    Looking for a way to freshen up your home these holidays? Nothing quite says “relaxation” than some leafy green plants delicately spaced around your home. For R125 (50% off!) you can get a R250 voucher for Click & Plant – an online nursery that delivers straight to your door. You can choose from a variety of plants; think hedging plants, fynbos, waterwise plants, and so much more. With this voucher you can purchase any product on their website. Even the planting is handled by their staff! This deal expires on the 31st of March 2023. It’s time to liven up…

    Beige and naturals are classic and aesthetically pleasing but there’s definitely a lot of attention right now on all things bold! Adding a splash of bold colours, patterns, and prints into your home can be done in a subtle or striking way. Embrace the rising trend of patterns especially by adding patterned designs into your living area to elevate and transform the space. Let’s glance at some of the current pattern and print trends and how you can liven up your home with them: Pattern and print trends Earth-Inspired Prints Climate change and the environment have had a huge influence…