Another bumper book review
It's been a while, but I've got loads of reviews, thanks to NetGalley and Penguin Random House. So let me get straight into it. Rachel Weiss's Group Chat by Lauren Appelbaum is an absolute delight! Rachel Weiss’s journey through the chaos of turning thirty is...
NakedCherry Vajacial: The Ultimate Post-Wax Treatment
"Vajacial". I bet you've heard about it, but wasn't sure what it was, and didn't think it's a polite thing to ask about. So I'll tell you. Oh, and you can try it for yourself. Book a NakedCherry vajacial and a Bare Cherry (Hollywood) wax between 12 November 2024 and...
Red Bull Showrun thrills petrolheads and adrenaline junkies in Jo’burg
This article was first published on Recharged. All images, courtesy of Nafisa Akabor. On Sunday, 6 October 2024, the streets of Sandton rang out with the roar of V8 engines and screeching tyres as 25 000 people were entertained by various Red Bull Athletes and...
The World Rally-Raid Championship is Coming to South Africa!
The World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) was launched at the 2022 Dakar Rally, attracting world-leading competitors on two and four wheels. And in 2025, these stars will compete on African soil. The South African Safari, round three of the 2025 World Rally-Raid...
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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