Discovery Insure introduces Vitality Drive Sleep Points
This article originally appeared on Recharged. Poor sleep may be one of the most overlooked risks on South African roads, according to new research from Discovery Insure. The insurer analysed four years of sleep, driving behaviour, and accident data from more than 10...
Syllable in the City Named Best Lifestyle Blog 2026 – Johannesburg
There’s nothing quite like starting the day with a little good news, especially when that good news comes with an award attached. Syllable in the City has been awarded Best Lifestyle Blog 2026 – Johannesburg as part of MEA Markets Magazine’s 2026 African Excellence...
Make Your Story Matter by Abbie Emmons
Another audiobook review, thanks to NetGalley. There are writing books that leave you with a notebook full of tips. Then there are writing books that make you want to abandon everything else you’re doing, open your laptop, and finally write the story that’s been...
Women’s Day in South Africa: Honouring Courage, Community, and Celebration
Every year on 9 August, South Africans commemorate National Women’s Day, an occasion rooted in one of the most significant acts of peaceful resistance in the country’s history. While the public holiday provides an opportunity to appreciate the women in our families,...
Cocktail 101 – mixing things up

Cocktail 101 – mixing things up

Right. On to the next step. It's getting a bit muddled Juleps, mojitos and some other cocktails call for fruit to be muddled to release their flavours. Cut larger fruits, like citrus, into chunks, and when using herbs, remove their stems to avoid bitterness. Now you...

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Cocktail 101 – getting prepped

Cocktail 101 – getting prepped

The morning after the night before may or may not be the best time to get the basics down. Ensure you wow friends and family with your cocktail know-how by learning how to master various elements. Let's start. Storage Storing your spirits (the alcoholic kind) in a...

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Countdown to 2018: The First Lady

Countdown to 2018: The First Lady

The First Lady cocktail recipe is a collaboration between Musgrave gin and Warwick Wine Estate. Combine Warwick First Lady Rose and Musgrave Pink rose-infused gin with mint, lime, vanilla syrup, ice, cucumber and a splash of Fitch & Leedes club soda.

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Countdown to 2018: Summer Breeze

Countdown to 2018: Summer Breeze

This Summer Breeze cocktail recipe comes from Martha Stewart. Just a splash of sweetness to end the year on a high note. Ingredients 1/3 cup pineapple juice ¼ cup pink grapefruit juice ¼ up gin Fresh mint leaves Soda water In a large glass, combine pineapple and...

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Countdown to 2018: Gin Dandy

Countdown to 2018: Gin Dandy

This Gin Dandy cocktail recipe comes from Martha Stewart. Tip: When serving cocktails over ice, use larger ice cubes – they melt more slowly, preventing over-dilution of your drink. A small amount of melted ice could contribute to the overall flavour of your drink,...

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Countdown to 2018: Elderflower Sour

Countdown to 2018: Elderflower Sour

This Elderflower Sour cocktail recipe comes from Martha Stewart. What better way to celebrate the new year, than by starting early and with a gin cocktail? Ingredients ¼ cup gin ¼ cup elderflower liqueur (or cordial, if you prefer) ¼ cup lemon-mint simple syrup* Soda...

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Make it today: gin ice cream

Make it today: gin ice cream

I got a sneak peek of The Ginologist Cook - 100 Delicious Recipes with Gin, and I'm thrilled to share this recipe from the Ginlato Collection with you: Floral Gin and Clotted Cream Ice Cream. Gingredients: 100ml Ginologist Floral 2 jumbo eggs 125g caster sugar 400g...

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