https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/en-usCopyright (C) 2026 newslocker.comThu, 04 Oct 2018 16:35:00 +0200 Jean-Christophe specialises in or]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-laboratory-this-parisian-apartment-showcases-its-owners-unique-sense-of-style/Thu, 04 Oct 2018 16:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-laboratory-this-parisian-apartment-showcases-its-owners-unique-sense-of-style/ 1. air plantsMicro gardens and water-wise plants are the responsible way to go in water-scarce times, and air plants tick both these boxes. A diverse range of subtropical species that derive most of their moisture (as the name suggest]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-air-plants-wine-steak-and-flooring/Wed, 03 Oct 2018 15:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-air-plants-wine-steak-and-flooring/ ALSO READ: Pantry raid: what chefs eat
brenda karamba: majeka ho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/what-were-drinking-wine-picks-from-the-countrys-top-sommeliers/Wed, 03 Oct 2018 15:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/what-were-drinking-wine-picks-from-the-countrys-top-sommeliers/ ALSO READ: A living legacy: artist Nic Bladen casts indigenous botanicals into bronze and silverView this post on InstagramBotanical artist Sibonelo Chiliza meas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sibonelo-chiliza-beyond-botanical-art/Wed, 03 Oct 2018 15:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sibonelo-chiliza-beyond-botanical-art/ Taking two humble materials integral to the continent’s industrial and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/industry-insider-jean-pierre-de-la-chaumettes-eponymous-new-range/Wed, 03 Oct 2018 12:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/industry-insider-jean-pierre-de-la-chaumettes-eponymous-new-range/ ‘Tom is an engineer, so he loved the Paarl house,’ she says of their former home, which was built by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe protég]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/moody-hues-the-home-designer-amp-decorator-dicey-du-toit-longed-for/Wed, 03 Oct 2018 00:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/moody-hues-the-home-designer-amp-decorator-dicey-du-toit-longed-for/ ALSO READ: Get back to nature: a guide to indoor gardening
Supernature Nursery
A Joburg-based nursery that specialises in unusual and hard-to-find indoor plants.Visit @supernature_nursery.
Mag]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-go-to-nurseries-for-the-indoor-greenery-trend/Wed, 03 Oct 2018 00:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-go-to-nurseries-for-the-indoor-greenery-trend/ the farm
‘Ayama’ is Xhosa and roughly translates to ‘someone to lean on’. This resonated with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/italy-meets-sa-at-ayama-wines/Tue, 02 Oct 2018 17:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/italy-meets-sa-at-ayama-wines/ All around the old, historical city of Porto, seagulls wheel and cry in the skies above – Porto is situated along the estuary of the Douro River, where it meets the Atlantic Ocean. The city is one of Europe’s oldest, and it isn’t very large (fewer than 250 000 people live in the central metropolitan area). And, of course, it’s the home of the Port wine ‘lodges’, where for hundreds of years, the renowne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/porto-calling/Tue, 02 Oct 2018 17:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/porto-calling/ layered green slaw with coconut and lime dressingFor the dressing250ml coconut milkJuice and zest of 1 lime1T soy sauce2t honey62.5ml good-qualitycoriander pesto½t chilli flakes1T shredded, peeled gingerFor the slaw¾ Chinese or regular cabbage, finely sliced1 fennel bulb, shaved2 green apples, cut into matchsticks2 cups micro whol]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fresh-take-plant-based-recipes-for-light-summer-dining/Tue, 02 Oct 2018 15:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fresh-take-plant-based-recipes-for-light-summer-dining/ ALSO READ: Again & Again: the meeting of wealth and art
This journey is a visual representation of the important aim both the worlds of art and wealth ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/again-amp-again-ndash-excellence-and-inspiration-in-perpetuity/Mon, 01 Oct 2018 11:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/again-amp-again-ndash-excellence-and-inspiration-in-perpetuity/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/lush-life-mastering-the-art-of-the-fern/Fri, 28 Sep 2018 11:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/lush-life-mastering-the-art-of-the-fern/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/lush-life-mastering-the-art-of-ferns/Fri, 28 Sep 2018 11:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/lush-life-mastering-the-art-of-ferns/ Today, Lightning’s Nest seamlessly combines the coup]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/go-east-where-natural-objects-meet-high-design/Thu, 27 Sep 2018 13:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/go-east-where-natural-objects-meet-high-design/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cabin-fever/Thu, 27 Sep 2018 11:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cabin-fever/ If you like what you see on the curated pages of HL, it’s now possible to shop them. Use a QR reader (available in the App store or searchable]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/living-paper-your-reading-just-became-shoppable/Thu, 27 Sep 2018 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/living-paper-your-reading-just-became-shoppable/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-trio-of-places-to-see-eat-and-shop-in-berlin-germany/Thu, 27 Sep 2018 07:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-trio-of-places-to-see-eat-and-shop-in-berlin-germany/ Micro gardening is essentially food ‘farming’ in containers and well-designed, small urban spaces, but most people apply the term to small-scale]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/small-wonders-4-examples-of-micro-gardens/Tue, 25 Sep 2018 09:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/small-wonders-4-examples-of-micro-gardens/ F-BoyzOsikapa: Moonchild Sanelly, DJ Tira, Patoranking, DJ Neptune & Eternal AfricaWeh MamehGuestlistMidnightThe post moonchild sanelly: the tracklist appeared first on House and Leisure.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/moonchild-sanelly-the-tracklist/Tue, 25 Sep 2018 07:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/moonchild-sanelly-the-tracklist/ wilderer rogue apple pie moonshinePrimarily known for their award-winning grappa and gin, local brand Wilderer has just released a tantalising new drink that is full of flavour. Rogue Apple Pie Moonshine is a sweet and spicy]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-personalised-gin-moonshine-and-air-water/Tue, 25 Sep 2018 07:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-personalised-gin-moonshine-and-air-water/ crispy lavoushIngredients
250ml plain flour250ml wholewheat flour1T Maldon salt, plus extra for sprinkling1t sumac2T za’atar spice250ml water62.5ml olive oil1T sesame seed oil
Method
Preheat the oven to 165ºC. Line two baking sheets wit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-a-fresh-take-on-crispy-lavoush/Tue, 25 Sep 2018 07:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-a-fresh-take-on-crispy-lavoush/ Molecular painting is how Duault describes her signature technique. Her circular canvases swirl with colour and character, juxtaposing dynamic mo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/berman-contemporary-hosts-artists-elsa-duault-and-akudze-elsie-chiwa/Tue, 25 Sep 2018 00:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/berman-contemporary-hosts-artists-elsa-duault-and-akudze-elsie-chiwa/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/lets-get-rowdy/Mon, 24 Sep 2018 23:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/lets-get-rowdy/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-review-of-anatoli-the-cookbook/Mon, 24 Sep 2018 14:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-review-of-anatoli-the-cookbook/ To express her instinctive penchant for colour and texture, she opened a decor and interior-design practice in PE’s Richmond Hill called The]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-five-minutes-with-designer-decorator-dicey-du-toit/Mon, 24 Sep 2018 14:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-five-minutes-with-designer-decorator-dicey-du-toit/ The LISOF fashion graduate founded]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/light-box-fashion-designer-rich-mnisis-sunsplashed-apartment/Mon, 24 Sep 2018 12:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/light-box-fashion-designer-rich-mnisis-sunsplashed-apartment/ Working with the luxurious yarn was always on the cards for Frances, who developed a love for it early on. ‘I grew up on a farm with a family who is passionate about Angora goats, which produce mohair. ‘I’ve always wanted to cre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/meet-the-maker-karoo-dreaming-with-designer-frances-van-hasselt/Mon, 24 Sep 2018 11:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/meet-the-maker-karoo-dreaming-with-designer-frances-van-hasselt/ The October issues will be on shelf from 24th September 2018. The magazines are packaged in brightly coloured bags with a QR code with the words Ready To Shop on.
I can’t find your new issue in xxx store.
Look out for the magazine in a (insert COLOUR per brand) bag with a large QR code with the words READY TO SHOP on the front. The name of the magazine will be above the QR code.
What is on the cover of your October issue?
We have p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/shop-faqs/Fri, 21 Sep 2018 12:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/shop-faqs/ Light is remarkable. It can blind, amplify, encourage and destroy. For something so intangible, it can have a massive impact. Light and how it transforms is the subject of renowned South African contemporary artist Wim Botha’s latest exhibition. On display at Norval Foundation from Saturday, 29 September 2018, until 24 January 2019, Heliostat:Wim Botha brings together key works in the artist’s car]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/artist-wim-botha-explores-transformation-of-light-in-exhibition/Fri, 21 Sep 2018 10:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/artist-wim-botha-explores-transformation-of-light-in-exhibition/ mooteeIt may be only a year old, but Melville newcomer Mootee has just been recognised as one of this year’s top 10 best new cocktail bars in the world by the Spirited Awards – called ‘The Oscars’ of the bar industry. The bar has its own laboratory,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-top-indie-bars-you-have-to-visit-in-joburg/Fri, 21 Sep 2018 10:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-top-indie-bars-you-have-to-visit-in-joburg/ Dubbed ‘the magnificent seven’, the estate has released their eponymous range that includes vintages from 2016 and 2018.
the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/magnificent-seven-stellenbosh-hills-reveal-their-latest-vintages/Fri, 21 Sep 2018 10:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/magnificent-seven-stellenbosh-hills-reveal-their-latest-vintages/ Inspired by the industrial feel of 44 Stanley, which houses a curation of office spaces, eateries and lifestyle retailers, Mungo spent months remodelling its store to capture the essences of its su]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-look-mungo-refurbishes-its-jhb-store/Fri, 21 Sep 2018 10:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-look-mungo-refurbishes-its-jhb-store/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dark-matters-a-mix-of-old-and-new-in-this-romantic-parktown-north-home/Thu, 20 Sep 2018 15:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dark-matters-a-mix-of-old-and-new-in-this-romantic-parktown-north-home/ A first for Joh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/publik-wine-fair-is-taking-on-joburg/Wed, 19 Sep 2018 13:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/publik-wine-fair-is-taking-on-joburg/ Following a storied history since its foundation in 1835, and extensive work in the last four years – overseen by leading cultural crusader, Culturespace – Atelier des]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/latelier-des-lumires-paris-first-digital-museum-of-fine-art/Wed, 19 Sep 2018 13:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/latelier-des-lumires-paris-first-digital-museum-of-fine-art/ We have curated five of the most beautiful, bold and best vases from our Pinterest to admire and inspire.
1. colour me inPlain solid coloured vases can still make for a dynamic look when curated properly. This mix of different shapes, size]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-remarkable-vases-that-will-liven-up-a-room/Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-remarkable-vases-that-will-liven-up-a-room/ We’ve curated five of the most beautiful, bold vase looks from our Pinterest boards to admire and inspire.
1. colour crewPlain vases in solid hues can create a dynamic look when curated tastefully. This arrangement of different-shaped, -]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-remarkable-vase-looks-that-will-liven-up-a-room/Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-remarkable-vase-looks-that-will-liven-up-a-room/ In his seventh annual guide to South Africa, Atkin says that these two years have produced ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/tim-atkin-hails-two-sa-vintages-as-arguably-the-best-ever/Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/tim-atkin-hails-two-sa-vintages-as-arguably-the-best-ever/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/river-run-the-ultimate-cruise-upstream-chinas-yangzi-river/Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/river-run-the-ultimate-cruise-upstream-chinas-yangzi-river/ Rosebank is not the suburb it was just three years ago. As new office buildings, apartments and retail extensions spring up, it has become the go-to spot in Joburg for all things delectable, covetable and Instagram-worthy.
The pedestrian-friendly Keyes Art Mile hub heaves to bursting during the monthly First Thursdays after-hours events, and the newly developed Park Corner on Bolton Road and Jan Smuts Avenue buzzes every night of the week, injecting energy into the original Rose]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/joburg-city-guide-rosebank-offers-the-best-of-both-worlds/Tue, 18 Sep 2018 22:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/joburg-city-guide-rosebank-offers-the-best-of-both-worlds/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/ready-to-shop-see-it-scan-it-shop-it/Tue, 18 Sep 2018 21:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/ready-to-shop-see-it-scan-it-shop-it/ Chenin Blanc was the cultivar of choice for Breedekloof Makers (who started the collective in 2014) because of the region’s climate and geography, whi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/13-excellent-chenin-blancs-from-the-breedekloof-valley/Tue, 18 Sep 2018 21:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/13-excellent-chenin-blancs-from-the-breedekloof-valley/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-quiet-place-tour-this-serene-home-at-the-base-of-signal-hill/Tue, 18 Sep 2018 18:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-quiet-place-tour-this-serene-home-at-the-base-of-signal-hill/ Centennial showcases some of the standout pieces from the collection, including works by William Kentridge, Elza Botha, Gerard Sekoto, George Pemba, Leonard Matsoso, Ndindikumbule Ngquinambe, Dumile Fenie, David Koloane, Helen Sebidi, Richard Mudariki, Mag]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-sanlams-extraordinary-century-of-art-collecting/Tue, 18 Sep 2018 17:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-sanlams-extraordinary-century-of-art-collecting/ spier 21 gables chenin blanc‘Tis the season of white wine, and if you’re going to be sipping on some vino, why not enjoy one of the best? Just released, Spier 21 Gables Chenin Blanc 2017 has been recognised as one of SA’s best Chenin Blancs. It was listed in the Standard Bank Chenin Blanc Top 10 Challenge,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spring-in-your-step-special-items-and-experiences-that-are-on-our-radar-right-now/Tue, 18 Sep 2018 16:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spring-in-your-step-special-items-and-experiences-that-are-on-our-radar-right-now/ spier 21 gables chenin blanc‘Tis the season of white wine, and if you’re going to be sipping on some vino, why not enjoy one of the best? Just released, Spier 21 Gables Chenin Blanc 2017 has been recognised as one of SA’s best Chenin Blancs. It was listed in the Standard Bank Chenin Blanc Top 10 Challenge,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spring-in-our-step-special-items-and-experiences-that-are-on-our-radar-right-now/Tue, 18 Sep 2018 16:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spring-in-our-step-special-items-and-experiences-that-are-on-our-radar-right-now/ Tawulos make brilliant beach and swimming towels, and this understated yet cheerful shade of yellow will add a touch of sunny optimism to any bathroom.
Cost R250&ndash]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hlcrushoftheweek-mungo-designs-fresh-new-tawulo-in-soleil/Tue, 18 Sep 2018 15:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hlcrushoftheweek-mungo-designs-fresh-new-tawulo-in-soleil/ industrial graphic
Be inspired by industrial kitchens and choose gleaming silver-toned finishes and appliances.
Photo: Sustainable KitchensBreville Café Venezia coffee machine from @home.R3 499. Shop home.co.za. Alum Crystal mosaic sheet in Winter Hexagon from Douglas Jones.R250/sheet. Shop douglasjones.co.za.Franke Ron]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/kitchen-cool/Mon, 17 Sep 2018 14:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/kitchen-cool/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/ready-to-shop/Mon, 17 Sep 2018 09:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/ready-to-shop/ The simple yet beautiful floral design is Nicki’s first range using colour, and despite this recent inclusion, she maintains that her designs are predominantly black and white; in Magnolia, muted lavenders and shades of pink pair with soft whites and greys. Loved for its ant, branch, dragonfly and fern design, this]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-fresh-new-spring-range-from-homegrown-brand-love-milo/Mon, 17 Sep 2018 00:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-fresh-new-spring-range-from-homegrown-brand-love-milo/ sleep
The Interior: Ellerman House, Cape Town
Originally a private residence, this Edwardian-style mansion offers the ultimate in modern interiors throughout its 11 rooms, two suites, two three-bedroom villas and the Ellerman House Spa. Design consultant Nell Harris spearheaded this]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-leisure-list/Fri, 14 Sep 2018 11:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-leisure-list/ Prep time: 10 minutes / Cook time: 20 minutes / Makes: 1½ cups of cordial 
Ingredients:5–6 small lemons, zested and juiced
400g white sugar
½ cup water
sparkling or soda water
ice, to serveMethod:
To make a lemon cordial, bring the lemo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-lemon-spritzers/Fri, 14 Sep 2018 00:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-lemon-spritzers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/rural-revival-jacques-erasmus-klein-karoo-sanctuary/Wed, 12 Sep 2018 13:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/rural-revival-jacques-erasmus-klein-karoo-sanctuary/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/art-by-south-african-women-a-timeline/Wed, 12 Sep 2018 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/art-by-south-african-women-a-timeline/ For owners Will]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/private-viewing-smith-gallerys-candace-marshall-smith-lets-us-into-her-contemporary-abode/Tue, 11 Sep 2018 16:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/private-viewing-smith-gallerys-candace-marshall-smith-lets-us-into-her-contemporary-abode/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/some-tips-on-framing-your-artwork-creatively/Tue, 11 Sep 2018 09:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/some-tips-on-framing-your-artwork-creatively/ 1. It’s a common misconception that the artwork is always the star of the show, and the frame]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-tips-on-framing-your-artwork-creatively/Tue, 11 Sep 2018 09:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-tips-on-framing-your-artwork-creatively/ Launched in May this year, Samesyn consists of Elmarie Berry who develops recipes and styles the food, and Lindy Kriek who photographs them. Samesyn’s printed linens have been made into wall art, serviettes, aprons, tea towels and tablecloths. Some of their popular designs include pomegranate]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/blooming-beautiful-samesyn-linens-spring-collection/Tue, 11 Sep 2018 09:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/blooming-beautiful-samesyn-linens-spring-collection/ The space itself is seriously good-looking: pink walls, pink plates, yellow wire tables (reminiscent of your parents’ wonky garden furniture), suitably paired with tiny,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/visiting-khuluma-durbans-latest-addition/Tue, 11 Sep 2018 09:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/visiting-khuluma-durbans-latest-addition/ The space itself is seriously good-looking: pink walls, pink plates, yellow wire tables (reminiscent of your parents’ wonky garden furniture), suitably paired with tiny,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/khuluma-durbans-latest-addition-is-an-instagram-sensation/Tue, 11 Sep 2018 09:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/khuluma-durbans-latest-addition-is-an-instagram-sensation/ ALSO READ: Rural revival: Jacques Erasmus’ Klein Karoo sanctuary
shaved daikon and apple salad with fish roeFor the salad1 large daikon radish, julienned or shaved2 Golden Delicious apples, peeled and cut into matchsticks100g edamame beansA handful of fresh mint, roughly tor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-refined-recipes-perfect-for-spring-entertaining/Tue, 11 Sep 2018 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-refined-recipes-perfect-for-spring-entertaining/ 1. spier 21 gables chenin blanc‘Tis the season of white wine, and if you’re going to be sipping on some vino, why not enjoy one of the best? Just released, Spier 21 Gables Chenin Blanc 2017 has been recognised as one of SA’s best Chenin Blancs. It was listed in the Standard Bank Chen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-cake-bedding-diy-and-wine/Tue, 11 Sep 2018 00:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-cake-bedding-diy-and-wine/ Vanilla-bean macarons with milk-chocolate ganacheChardonnay/Pinot Noir cocktailAlmond, coffee and thyme cake
vanilla-bean macarons with milk-chocolate ganachePrep time: 35 min / Cook time: 60 min / Serves: 8&ndas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipes-3-sweet-treats-inspired-by-spring/Mon, 10 Sep 2018 00:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipes-3-sweet-treats-inspired-by-spring/ Vanilla-bean macarons with milk-chocolate ganacheChardonnay/Pinot Noir cocktailAlmond, coffee and thyme cake
vanilla-bean macarons with milk-chocolate ganachePrep time: 35 min / Cook time: 60 min / Serves: 8&ndas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-3-sweet-treats-inspired-by-spring/Mon, 10 Sep 2018 00:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-3-sweet-treats-inspired-by-spring/ Owner and winemaker at Mellasat Vineyards near Paarl in the Western Cape Winelands, Stephen Richardson is no stranger to taking risks. The Richardson family created]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mellasat-vineyards-home-of-extraordinary-wine/Fri, 07 Sep 2018 14:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mellasat-vineyards-home-of-extraordinary-wine/ Putting our Bloemfontein feature together for our October 2018 issue felt like it should have been an easy task. However, it was slightly more challenging than I’d anticipated, as I really wanted to explore the best of the best, as well as some undiscovered gems. So when it came to finding and and staying at The Royal Fischer Hotel,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-home-away-from-home-at-bloemfonteins-the-royal-fischer-hotel/Fri, 07 Sep 2018 13:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-home-away-from-home-at-bloemfonteins-the-royal-fischer-hotel/ In honour of the #HLArtIssue2018, we’ve rounded up some of the best series, films and podcasts from which to get your art fix.
abstract: the art of design
Launched last year on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/abstract-the-evolution-of-design-in-the-media-today/Fri, 07 Sep 2018 00:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/abstract-the-evolution-of-design-in-the-media-today/ Zacarias specialises in custom textile prints and artisanal textiles for the fa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/join-us-in-celebrating-homegrown-ingenuity-at-the-2018-sanlam-handmade-contemporary-fair/Thu, 06 Sep 2018 17:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/join-us-in-celebrating-homegrown-ingenuity-at-the-2018-sanlam-handmade-contemporary-fair/ Molecular painting is how Duault describes her signature technique. Her circular canvases swirl with colour and character, juxtaposing dynamic mo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/berman-contemporary-gallery-hosts-solo-exhibition-by-elsa-duault/Thu, 06 Sep 2018 17:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/berman-contemporary-gallery-hosts-solo-exhibition-by-elsa-duault/ Traits and characteristics typically associated with artists, such as inspiration, innovation, hard-learned skills, comprehensive experience, practice, care and patience – e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/again-amp-again-the-meeting-of-wealth-and-art/Thu, 06 Sep 2018 15:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/again-amp-again-the-meeting-of-wealth-and-art/ Gabi Ngcobo, curator of the 10th Berlin Biennale for Contemporary Art (closing 9 September after a three month run) has since the early 2000s been engaged in collaborative artistic, curatorial, and educational projects in South Africa and on an international scope. She is a founding member of the Johannesburg-based collaborative platforms NGO – Nothing Gets Organised and Center for Historical Reena]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/gabi-ngcobo-we-are-all-postcolonial/Thu, 06 Sep 2018 10:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/gabi-ngcobo-we-are-all-postcolonial/ There are the blockbuster institutions of course, such as New York’s Museum of Modern Art, the British Museum in London, or the Louvre in Paris, which everyone has heard about and are obviously well worth multiple visits. And then there are the museums and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/three-of-our-favourite-art-museums-around-the-world/Thu, 06 Sep 2018 00:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/three-of-our-favourite-art-museums-around-the-world/ Located in the heart of Paarl, just off the main road, The Light House Boutique Suites is the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/luxe-living-at-the-light-house-boutique-suites/Thu, 06 Sep 2018 00:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/luxe-living-at-the-light-house-boutique-suites/ ALSO READ: Pantry raid: what chefs eat
A key objective is to showcase the very best food and wine that Western Cape has to offer. Hosted by the Neigbourgoods M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/enlightened-gathering-with-noble-vice/Thu, 06 Sep 2018 00:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/enlightened-gathering-with-noble-vice/ If you’ve never se]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mungo-design-launches-a-fresh-new-colour-in-its-popular-tawulo-towel-range/Wed, 05 Sep 2018 14:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mungo-design-launches-a-fresh-new-colour-in-its-popular-tawulo-towel-range/ House and Leisure caught up with Banele this week to better understand his multifaceted approach to the space.
ALSO READ: Joburg City Guide: Braamfontein revisited ‘The space has been rumoured to be a ga]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/banele-khoza-explains-his-conceptual-space-in-braamfontein/Wed, 05 Sep 2018 11:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/banele-khoza-explains-his-conceptual-space-in-braamfontein/ While Costandius is stepping down from his role, he will continue to provide consultation services to Oldenburg in the future. Van Aarde has gained a reputation as one of South Africa’s leading winemakers. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture (Oenology an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/oldenburg-vineyards-appoints-a-new-winemaker/Wed, 05 Sep 2018 00:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/oldenburg-vineyards-appoints-a-new-winemaker/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/art-meets-tech-at-tmrw-digital-gallery/Tue, 04 Sep 2018 00:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/art-meets-tech-at-tmrw-digital-gallery/ The simple yet beautiful floral design is Nicki’s first range using colour, and despite this recent inclusion, she maintains that her designs are predominantly black and white; in Magnolia, muted lavenders and shades of pink pair with soft whites and greys. Loved for its ant, branch, dragonfly and fern design, this is also]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/many-firsts-for-love-milo/Tue, 04 Sep 2018 00:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/many-firsts-for-love-milo/ This weeks’ #HLDiscovery showcases five items that caught our eye at the Homemakers Expo.
1. trinity server tableLuxury furniture manufacturers Wooden Ways create contemporary, classic and country style pieces that they can custom to your specifications. One of their most ey]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-homemakers-expo-edition/Tue, 04 Sep 2018 00:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-homemakers-expo-edition/ The houses we showcase in House and Leisure feature some exquisite dining tables that anyone would love to enjoy a meal at. We’ve rounded up five or favourite dining tables from thes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-dining-tables-we-love/Tue, 04 Sep 2018 00:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-dining-tables-we-love/ The houses we showcase in House and Leisure feature some exquisite dining tables that anyone would love to enjoy a meal at. We’ve rounded up five or favourite dining tables from thes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-delightful-dining-tables-we-love/Tue, 04 Sep 2018 00:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-delightful-dining-tables-we-love/ LIXIL Africa chief mark]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/isca-launches-a-new-range-of-colourful-taps/Mon, 03 Sep 2018 16:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/isca-launches-a-new-range-of-colourful-taps/ ALSO READ: Mixed use: Victoria Yards in Joburg leads the way in social development
1. Wits Art Museum
Along with the arrival of Wits Art Museum in the epic space it occupies today, a whole new energy in the Braamfontein art scene has been ushered in. From the museum’s regular career-spanning retrospectives of work by th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/joburg-city-guide-braamfontein-revisited/Fri, 31 Aug 2018 16:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/joburg-city-guide-braamfontein-revisited/ ALSO READ: Mixed use: Victoria Yards in Joburg leads the way in social development
1. Wits Art Museum
Along with the arrival of Wits Art Museum in the epic space it occupies today, a whole new energy in the Braamfontein art scene has been ushered in. From the museum’s regular career-spanning retrospectives of work by th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/braamfontein-revisited/Fri, 31 Aug 2018 16:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/braamfontein-revisited/ Like a lot of industries, the world of design has been dominated by men and the effects of this lingers today as more men are placed in senior positions. But women have been actively c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/iconic-10-women-who-changed-the-world-of-design/Fri, 31 Aug 2018 11:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/iconic-10-women-who-changed-the-world-of-design/ We caught up with him to learn more about his craft and personal interests.
What drew you to the world of craft beer?
I was never really a beer drinker; it was just something you had on a hot day. When I sampled my first]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-pg-groenewald-from-mountain-brewing-co/Fri, 31 Aug 2018 11:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-pg-groenewald-from-mountain-brewing-co/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inspired-design-nkuli-mlangeni-creates-a-handwoven-rug-for-trenery-guild/Fri, 31 Aug 2018 11:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inspired-design-nkuli-mlangeni-creates-a-handwoven-rug-for-trenery-guild/ 1. Africa in Joburg ADDIS GEZEHAGN | Floating Cities / Detached Perceptions is still on view at @addisfineart gallery in Addis Ababa. Come and see us Tuesday – Saturday 10am-6pm.
A post shared byAddis Fine Art (@addisfineart) on Feb 28, 2018 at 6:57am PSTWith more than 54 countries from Africa represented at the fair thi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-bits-to-look-forward-to-at-the-2018-fnb-joburgartfair/Fri, 31 Aug 2018 10:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-bits-to-look-forward-to-at-the-2018-fnb-joburgartfair/ Mam’ Esther’s distinctive designs, which honour the tradition of the Ndebele people, have become iconic and revered all over the world. She has won numerous]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/limited-edition-freshpak-x-esther-mahlangu-tea-tin/Fri, 31 Aug 2018 10:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/limited-edition-freshpak-x-esther-mahlangu-tea-tin/ Lezanne Viviers’ effervescent personality and rebellious spirit are hard to contain. And her home in Hyde Park is evidence of them, too – it’s an organised explosion of bright colour, textures and patterns. And why would you expect anything less from the cre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/collective-sense-lezanne-viviers-colourful-art-filled-apartment/Fri, 31 Aug 2018 10:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/collective-sense-lezanne-viviers-colourful-art-filled-apartment/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sculpted-from-soil-the-mesmerising-dylan-lewis-sculpture-garden/Fri, 31 Aug 2018 09:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sculpted-from-soil-the-mesmerising-dylan-lewis-sculpture-garden/ ALSO READ: Another trip of places to see, eat and shop in Lisbon, Portugal
EXPERIENCE
Sir John Soane’s Museum
Loads of places get described as ‘treasure troves’ but once you]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-trio-of-places-to-see-eat-and-shop-in-london-uk/Thu, 30 Aug 2018 13:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-trio-of-places-to-see-eat-and-shop-in-london-uk/ ALSO READ: Wagging tails and wine estates – pet-friendly getaways in the Robertson Valley
did you always want to be a winemaker? if not, what did you want to be when you]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-excelsior-winemaker-johan-stemmet/Wed, 29 Aug 2018 15:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-excelsior-winemaker-johan-stemmet/ ALSO READ: Artistic license: A Kelly Wearstler-designed Texan home
A-Lamp in Wheat with frame in oak and brass by Woltemade (also available in Grey, Taupe or White), Ebony/Curated.Scott Sofa Curve (1.05×2.1m; excludes fabric; made to order), La Grange Interiors.
Pure cotton Aari embroidered scatter in Multi-Grey (50×50cm), Weylandts.
Magical velvet]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-the-kelly-wearstler-look/Wed, 29 Aug 2018 10:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-the-kelly-wearstler-look/ The]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/artistic-license-a-kelly-wearstler-designed-texan-home/Wed, 29 Aug 2018 09:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/artistic-license-a-kelly-wearstler-designed-texan-home/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-outdoor-sculpture-show-at-the-saxon-hotel/Tue, 28 Aug 2018 12:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-outdoor-sculpture-show-at-the-saxon-hotel/ While Faith XLVII’s graffiti moniker has stuck, her work has evolved heavily since she was 16. Faith XLVII’s list of exhibitions is dizzying, and have seen her creations travel from Germany and France to Mexico, America]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/in-the-chaos-of-this-world-i-hope-my-work-can-bring-some-healing/Tue, 28 Aug 2018 10:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/in-the-chaos-of-this-world-i-hope-my-work-can-bring-some-healing/ steenberg ruby roséLight Rosé lovers will enjoy Steenberg Ruby Rosé Made up of Sy]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-a-ros-round-up/Tue, 28 Aug 2018 10:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-a-ros-round-up/ To get you in the mood for the festival, why not host your own food and wine/beer pairing dinner? Here are two recipes, one that pairs with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/perfect-pairings-two-recipes-that-work-with-beer-and-wine/Mon, 27 Aug 2018 09:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/perfect-pairings-two-recipes-that-work-with-beer-and-wine/ ALSO READ: bathroom bliss: clever design ideas to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-of-the-times-jeeves-launch-striking-new-logo/Mon, 27 Aug 2018 00:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-of-the-times-jeeves-launch-striking-new-logo/ Vote for your]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/top-ceramicists-present-their-renditions-of-the-iconic-hendricks-gin-teacup/Mon, 27 Aug 2018 00:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/top-ceramicists-present-their-renditions-of-the-iconic-hendricks-gin-teacup/ If you’re looking for more than just the market experience, this year, Studio H, the organisers of the festival, have teamed up with a host of restaurants in both Cape Town and Joburg to create a Street Food Fest]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-delicious-dishes-inspired-by-street-food-in-jhb-and-ct/Fri, 24 Aug 2018 16:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-delicious-dishes-inspired-by-street-food-in-jhb-and-ct/ ALSO READ: Inside the making of Billie Zangewa’s FNB JoburgArtFair featured artwork
feet
I am on my feet for most of the time when I’m working – from the pencil drawing through to the cutting and even the pinning. The only time I’m off them is when I’m sewing. My feet hold me up and give me balance when I need to be precise. There&rs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-billie-zangewa/Fri, 24 Aug 2018 11:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-billie-zangewa/ This gem of a shelf, based on the idea of a tokonoma or a chigai-dana, which, as explained by Bo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/shelf-life-a-look-inside-tjing-tjings-new-waza-shelf/Fri, 24 Aug 2018 10:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/shelf-life-a-look-inside-tjing-tjings-new-waza-shelf/ On a sunny Saturday morning, Joburg arts and culture lovers  buzz around Daville Baillie Gallery, clutching bubbly and croissants. They are not only here to see the artwork of designer Faatimah Mohamed-Luke and her creative director husband Al, who are exhibiting together for the first time: they are also here to visit an area that has become quite a talking point owing to the rejuvenation taking place in it.
The new Victoria Yards development comprise]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mixed-use-victoria-yards-in-joburg-leads-the-way-in-social-development/Fri, 24 Aug 2018 00:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mixed-use-victoria-yards-in-joburg-leads-the-way-in-social-development/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/artist-nandipha-mntambos-heritage-joburg-home/Thu, 23 Aug 2018 19:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/artist-nandipha-mntambos-heritage-joburg-home/ ALSO READ: HL Next Level 2018: Multidisciplinary artist Olivié Keck
1. you consider yourself a multimedia artist – what is your favourite medium to wo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/marked-up-multidisciplinary-artist-olivi-keck-on-using-mixed-media/Thu, 23 Aug 2018 14:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/marked-up-multidisciplinary-artist-olivi-keck-on-using-mixed-media/ 1. marine core
Complement moody hues of sand, sea and sky with weathered textures and organic shapes.2. maximised glamour
Tu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bathroom-bliss-clever-design-ideas-to-liven-up-your-bathroom/Thu, 23 Aug 2018 12:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bathroom-bliss-clever-design-ideas-to-liven-up-your-bathroom/ experience
LX FactorySimilar to our own Neighbourgoods marketplaces in Joburg and Cape Town, LX Factory is situated in a series of old warehouses, and offers local craftspeople, designers and produce vendors a place to sell their wares in a variety of settings. These]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/another-trio-of-places-to-see-eat-and-shop-in-lisbon-portugal/Thu, 23 Aug 2018 11:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/another-trio-of-places-to-see-eat-and-shop-in-lisbon-portugal/ Ten years have passed since Liza Essers took ownership of Goodman Gallery, and evidence of her journey towards making it what it is today can be found all over the house she shares with her husband, fine-wri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bold-standard-inside-the-inspiring-home-of-the-goodman-gallerys-owner-and-director-liza-essers/Wed, 22 Aug 2018 14:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bold-standard-inside-the-inspiring-home-of-the-goodman-gallerys-owner-and-director-liza-essers/ ‘That experience chang]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/from-greece-to-sa-chef-aristotles-journey/Wed, 22 Aug 2018 00:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/from-greece-to-sa-chef-aristotles-journey/ Candide gardening app launch at]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-root-of-happiness-smart-gardening-with-candide/Wed, 22 Aug 2018 00:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-root-of-happiness-smart-gardening-with-candide/ PIWOSA are known for executing innovative marketing programmes designed to raise the profile of premium South African wines, and this year they are demonstrating their creative flair at the event with a remarkable contest… This is what they have planned.
the flight club
On 13 September 201]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fly-high-wine-professionals-put-to-the-test-at-cape-wine-2018/Tue, 21 Aug 2018 21:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fly-high-wine-professionals-put-to-the-test-at-cape-wine-2018/ 1. comfort solutions labBed King has a new, optimal way of finding your perfect mattress. They have put in Comfort Solution Labs in all their stores that makes use of a technology]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-statement-chairs-dessert-and-sleep-mapping/Tue, 21 Aug 2018 21:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-statement-chairs-dessert-and-sleep-mapping/ One of the easiest ways to solve this problem is by having the right mattress. However, researching this can be overwhelming and frustrating and you may end up with a bed tha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/optimal-sleep-bed-king-goes-high-tech-with-comfort-solutions/Tue, 21 Aug 2018 21:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/optimal-sleep-bed-king-goes-high-tech-with-comfort-solutions/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/6-reasons-to-pick-up-the-hlartissue2018/Tue, 21 Aug 2018 14:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/6-reasons-to-pick-up-the-hlartissue2018/ Duault graduated with her masters in Marketing in Paris, 2014. With her full focus on art especially on painting and writing, she p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/infinite-energy-the-work-of-artist-elsa-duault/Mon, 20 Aug 2018 08:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/infinite-energy-the-work-of-artist-elsa-duault/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/curator-candice-berman-opens-a-new-gallery-in-the-heart-of-sandton/Mon, 20 Aug 2018 08:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/curator-candice-berman-opens-a-new-gallery-in-the-heart-of-sandton/ Gunn-Salie, who now joins the ranks of previous winners such as Peju Alatise, Nolan Oswald Dennis, Turiya Magadlela, Portia Zvavahera and Kudzanai Chiurai, will present an extended version of his groundbreaking installation work ‘Senzenina’ at the fair as part of th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/haroon-gunn-salie-is-the-fnb-art-prizewinner-for-2018/Fri, 17 Aug 2018 17:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/haroon-gunn-salie-is-the-fnb-art-prizewinner-for-2018/ Legendary South African conceptual artist, author and educator Sue Williamson can be counted among those pioneering women who have changed the game for the next generation of artists working in the field.
Williamson, who writes an extraordinary timeline of women in the arts for House and Leisure‘s Art issue, often doesn’t mention her own contribution to the rise of the field, so we caught up with her to give you the inside stor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-five-minutes-with-pioneering-artist-sue-williamson/Fri, 17 Aug 2018 16:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-five-minutes-with-pioneering-artist-sue-williamson/ Sue Williamson points out in this issue that female artists in South Africa, for instance Marlene Dumas, Irma Stern, Maggie Laubser, dominate the auction/secondary market, unlike in European and American markets. Would you say it’s the same in the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-goodman-gallerys-liza-essers-talks-women-in-the-arts/Fri, 17 Aug 2018 16:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-goodman-gallerys-liza-essers-talks-women-in-the-arts/ This year’s FNB JoburgArtFair Featured Artist of The Year, Billie Zangewa, invited House and Leisure to her beautiful home in Johannesburg recently, where she is busy putting the final touches to one of the artworks due to premiere at her installation of work at the fair in September.
The piece is part of an ‘intervention’, Billie explains, a combination of three-dimen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-the-making-of-billie-zangewas-fnb-joburgartfair-artwork/Fri, 17 Aug 2018 16:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-the-making-of-billie-zangewas-fnb-joburgartfair-artwork/ Braamfontein’s Testament ‘microbar’, owned by the same crew as Kalashnikovv Gallery (located next door to the bar) and the Tennis Club, has become the coolest spot to drink and dance in the inner-city.
But, in case you were too distracted by their extraordinary, ever-changing art installations, we got you the recipe for their delicious Polytheism cocktail — a true testament to the ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/polytheism-make-testament-bars-perfectly-wicked-g-and-t/Fri, 17 Aug 2018 16:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/polytheism-make-testament-bars-perfectly-wicked-g-and-t/ WATCH: What’s happening in Harrington?
East City BoxingModelled on an old-school sparring gym, East City Boxing offers boxing classes for strength and conditioning. People of all experience and fitness levels are welcome to work out or pop in to learn more about the sport.104 Harrington St,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/east-city-district-out-and-about-in-harrington-street/Fri, 17 Aug 2018 11:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/east-city-district-out-and-about-in-harrington-street/ Sitting on the foothills of Table Mountain, Disa Park’s imposing trio of towers are famous for their unique cylindrical design. For architects Christiaan van Aswegen and Alexander Geh – both keen buffs in the history of architecture and its movements –  the building’s brutalist nature and tube-like shape posed an alluring design challenge, which saw them swapping ‘rooms’ for ‘wedges’ and manipulating a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-matter-of-perspective/Thu, 16 Aug 2018 12:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-matter-of-perspective/ 1. tjing tjing momijiFor the past seven years, Tjing Tjing Rooftop Bar and Tjing Tjing Torii have become firm favourites in Cape Town, thanks to their modern take on Japanese cuisine and subtle touches that showcase Japan in its design. Now they’re ex]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-champagne-pairings-pasta-and-ice-tea/Tue, 14 Aug 2018 00:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-champagne-pairings-pasta-and-ice-tea/ Born out of a quest to empower her daughter and other African girls, Fat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrating-women-in-creativity-fatuma-abdullah/Mon, 13 Aug 2018 15:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrating-women-in-creativity-fatuma-abdullah/ 2018
Installation view.
The evergrowing contemporary art market in South Africa has changed dramatically over the last 15–20 years and, in part, pivotal to this growth is Stevenson: a contemporary art force that cements its local offering with two galleries; one in Johannesburg and the other in Cape Town.
Stevenson has always been about art history and public discourse – but at the same time a commercial gallery. What better way to celebrate its 15th ann]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/stevenson-gallery-15-years-in-the-making/Mon, 13 Aug 2018 10:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/stevenson-gallery-15-years-in-the-making/ What do the country’s best chefs eat when they’re not cooking the fantastic food we’ve come to know them for? We caught up with a few Western Cape-based favourites to find out what they stock their pantries with, what their post-service nourishment is and what their guiltiest pleasures are.
Cynthia Rivera & Cornel Mostert, Mulberry & Prince
Photo: Romain Costa.
It’s late, you’re coming off a long se]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/what-chefs-eat/Mon, 13 Aug 2018 00:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/what-chefs-eat/ What do the country’s best chefs eat when they’re not cooking the fantastic food we’ve come to know them for? We caught up with a few Western Cape-based favourites to find out what they stock their pantries with, what their post-service nourishment is and what their guiltiest pleasures are.
Cynthia Rivera and Cornel Mostert, Mulberry & Prince
Photo: Romain Costa.
It’s late, you’re coming off a long serv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/pantry-raid-what-chefs-eat/Mon, 13 Aug 2018 00:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/pantry-raid-what-chefs-eat/ Celebrated the world over for his colourful and subversive explorations of colonialism and its legacy, South Africa now gets its turn to explore British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare’s work as he prepares to open his first solo exhibition in the country on 1 September.
We spoke with Shonibare in his studio in east London, wher]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/then-and-now-ruins-decorated-by-yinka-shonibare/Mon, 13 Aug 2018 00:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/then-and-now-ruins-decorated-by-yinka-shonibare/ ‘Moooi is an urban brand designing for a new world, delivering the coolest things together with a sense of surprise and expectation,’ says Moooi’s art director, the renowned Dutch designer ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/we-chat-to-the-ceo-of-ultra-innovative-dutch-design-company-moooi/Fri, 10 Aug 2018 15:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/we-chat-to-the-ceo-of-ultra-innovative-dutch-design-company-moooi/ Cape Town design studio Meraki Jewellery Design has launched its Margaux Collection, a new range of contemporary statement earrings now available at select retailers and online stores. Founder and head designer Megan Keyser creates one-of-a-kind handcrafted pieces from her]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrating-women-in-creativity-meraki-jeweller-megan-keyser/Fri, 10 Aug 2018 13:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrating-women-in-creativity-meraki-jeweller-megan-keyser/ DurbanJoburgCape Town
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Riaad Moosa – Life BeginsDoes life really begin at 40? Riaad Moosa tries to figure this out with his hilarious one-man show, Life Begins, a snapshot into his life as a 40 year old, father of three kids, husband, comedian, actor – with all the current cultural and political issu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-diary-138-what-to-do-in-ct-jhb-and-dbn-this-week/Wed, 08 Aug 2018 17:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-diary-138-what-to-do-in-ct-jhb-and-dbn-this-week/ The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is locally known as the New York of Asia – and make no mistake – this city is overwhelmingly rich in its diverse offerings. From highly decorated temples and intimate hanok (traditional houses) to contemporary skyscrapers and a new wave of pop culture, Seoul has something for every traveller.
ALSO READ: Seoul searching in Ikseon-dong, a local’]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/visiting-seoul-a-must-for-design-lovers/Wed, 08 Aug 2018 10:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/visiting-seoul-a-must-for-design-lovers/ The capital of South Korea, Seoul, is locally known as the New York of Asia – and make no mistake – this city is overwhelmingly rich in its diverse offerings. From highly decorated temples and intimate hanok (traditional houses) to contemporary skyscrapers and a new wave of pop culture, Seoul has something for every traveller.eat & drink
Food and drinks are the main platform for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/seoul-searching/Wed, 08 Aug 2018 10:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/seoul-searching/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-kind-of-magic-tour-a-morningside-santuary/Wed, 08 Aug 2018 09:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-kind-of-magic-tour-a-morningside-santuary/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-kind-of-magic-tour-a-morningside-sanctuary/Wed, 08 Aug 2018 09:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-kind-of-magic-tour-a-morningside-sanctuary/ Searching for direction and a field that didn’t designate a regular nine-to-five structure, Carla ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrating-women-in-creativity-award-winning-winemaker-carla-pauw/Tue, 07 Aug 2018 13:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrating-women-in-creativity-award-winning-winemaker-carla-pauw/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/go-inside-local-studios-epic-hustles/Tue, 07 Aug 2018 10:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/go-inside-local-studios-epic-hustles/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/go-inside-local-studios-epic-hustle/Tue, 07 Aug 2018 10:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/go-inside-local-studios-epic-hustle/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/moma-celebrates-bodys-isek-kingelezs-dreamy-african-cities/Tue, 07 Aug 2018 10:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/moma-celebrates-bodys-isek-kingelezs-dreamy-african-cities/ the atmosphere
You can’t miss the black and glass building in at th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/international-flair-and-flavours-at-the-41/Tue, 07 Aug 2018 10:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/international-flair-and-flavours-at-the-41/ turkish towelsWith the long weekend coming up, you may be heading out for a small break with the family. If you are, towels from The Cotton Company is a great item to pack in your bag. Made with Turkish Cotton, these towels are as versatile as they are stunning. They are light-weight and fast drying, making them great]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-online-groceries-turkish-towels-and-furniture/Mon, 06 Aug 2018 12:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-online-groceries-turkish-towels-and-furniture/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sustainable-character-an-eco-conscious-house-in-joburg/Fri, 03 Aug 2018 12:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sustainable-character-an-eco-conscious-house-in-joburg/ ALSO READ: #hldiscovery: wine and art
Prep time: 30 mins / Cook time: 15 mins / Serves: 8 – 10 burgers 
Ingredients
Burger Patties:1 kg Kudu or beef mince500g Pork mince2 Larger red or white onions, chopped60g Chopped parsley100g Tomato paste1 Carrot, grated1 Cup breadcrumbs2 Extra large eggs1 Tbsp NOMU African rub1 Tsp scorched corianderSalt]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-chef-mynhardt-jouberts-kudu-burger/Fri, 03 Aug 2018 09:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-chef-mynhardt-jouberts-kudu-burger/ ALSO READ: #hldiscovery: wine and art
Prep time: 30 mins / Cook time: 15 mins / Serves: 8 – 10 burgers 
Ingredients
Burger Patties:1 kg Kudu or beef mince500g Pork mince2 Larger red or white onions, chopped60g Chopped parsley100g Tomato paste1 Carrot, grated1 Cup breadcrumbs2 Extra large eggs1 Tbsp NOM]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-chef-mynardt-jouberts-kudu-burger/Fri, 03 Aug 2018 09:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-chef-mynardt-jouberts-kudu-burger/ Did you always want to be a chef? If not, what did you want to be when you were growing up?
I really stumbled upon the food and wine scene in Cape Town a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-chef-mynhardt-joubert/Fri, 03 Aug 2018 09:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-chef-mynhardt-joubert/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bright-now-a-boutique-style-home-bursting-with-colour/Thu, 02 Aug 2018 17:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bright-now-a-boutique-style-home-bursting-with-colour/ When it comes to enriching her community, there’s no stopping Hlengiwe. Knowing that she has the power to love and to help is a strong driver of the way she radi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hlengiwe-shakung-is-the-face-of-shf-for-august/Thu, 02 Aug 2018 15:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hlengiwe-shakung-is-the-face-of-shf-for-august/ The Women’s Day long weekend (24–26 May 2018) comes alive again with the return of 100% Design in Joburg. Here is our preview of the top five things to see and experience this year. 
Win double tickets to this year’s show by keeping an eye on our Facebook page. 1. Wooden WondersCenturies-old woodworking techniques will be on display this year as part of Designing in Wood, a feature curated by design influencer and activist Ca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-diarise-100-design-2018/Tue, 31 Jul 2018 13:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-diarise-100-design-2018/ This is simply the way I am wired – an outsider looking in. But I feel that I belong at Babylonstoren, perhaps because I feel that Babylonstoren belongs to me.
But how does a private 200-hectare Franschhoek farm dating back to 1692, a farm with an impeccably preserved yard in the Cape Dutch tradition and a manor house built in 1777, a farm owned by business magnate Koos Bekker and his ac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/babylonstoren-your-childhood-dreams-come-true/Tue, 31 Jul 2018 10:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/babylonstoren-your-childhood-dreams-come-true/ 1. popcorn and wine pairingAt Flagstone Winery you can enjoy a creative popcorn and wine pairing, thanks to their Pop Art Cart. They have taken the bland element of popcorn a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-food-pairing-experiences/Tue, 31 Jul 2018 00:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-food-pairing-experiences/ His latest project titled Amoji Masks features a series of portraits of people wearing African masks that resemble emojis used on smartphones all over the world. We chatted to Beyhum to find out about his photography and the Amoji Masks project.
ALSO READ: Amoji Masks: Bringing Africa to the world
did you always want to be a pho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-photographer-toufic-beyhum/Mon, 30 Jul 2018 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-photographer-toufic-beyhum/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/with-hindsight-qampa-with-standard-bank-young-artist-award-winner-igshaan-adams/Mon, 30 Jul 2018 09:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/with-hindsight-qampa-with-standard-bank-young-artist-award-winner-igshaan-adams/ Bordeaux’s new wine museum, aptly named La Cité du Vin, is something of a city within a city. Going beyond the traditional sense of a museum, it’s simultaneously an immersive l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-visit-to-frances-cit-du-vin-the-worlds-foremost-wine-museum/Mon, 30 Jul 2018 00:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-visit-to-frances-cit-du-vin-the-worlds-foremost-wine-museum/ Serves 4 – 6 
Ingredients6 – 8 lamb cutlets, grilled
Mint Chimichurri Sauce45ml Staffords Capers in Vinegar, drained60ml Staffords pitted Green Olives3 spring o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-grilled-lamb-chops-and-irish-potatoes-mean-sunday-roast-with-a-twist/Sat, 28 Jul 2018 17:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-grilled-lamb-chops-and-irish-potatoes-mean-sunday-roast-with-a-twist/ Photojournalists covering anti-apartheid uprising in Leandra during the State of Emergency. Photo: Paul Weinberg.
Art, in its varying forms, can be a useful tool to document the complex and tumultuous history of the country, offering a unique and considered glimpse into the past. Photography, arguably, is the most literal way to do this, and sometimes it i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/on-common-ground-south-africa-through-the-lenses-of-goldblatt-and-magubane/Sat, 28 Jul 2018 14:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/on-common-ground-south-africa-through-the-lenses-of-goldblatt-and-magubane/ As far as townhouse complexes go, few can be more sought after than Walkways in Joburg’s Craighall Park. Designed by the iconic South African architect Michael Sutton and completed in the late 1970s, this suburban gem defies any retro pigeonholing, remaining resolutely timeless in the way of a genuine classic.
Interiors can be far less enduring, though, often seeming almost date-stamp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/tour-a-modern-minimal-joburg-home/Sat, 28 Jul 2018 12:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/tour-a-modern-minimal-joburg-home/ ALSO READ: Knit together: Introducing the new Laduma x Ikea rug
fee]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-laduma-ngxokolo/Fri, 27 Jul 2018 16:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-laduma-ngxokolo/ Niel Bester, who has been at the helm of Plaisir de Merle’s winemaking since the winery’s inception, catches up with House and Leisure about his winemaking journey.
did you always want to be a winemaker? if not, what did you want to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-plaisir-de-merle-winemaker-niel-bester/Thu, 26 Jul 2018 10:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-plaisir-de-merle-winemaker-niel-bester/ From stockists of the outdoorsy to the city’s new crêperie to coffee spots and shared workspaces – the neighbourhood is getting a cheerful revival, without losing its gritty, spirited edge. In the August #HLNEXTLEVEL2018 issue, read our handy guide to exploring Cape Town’s Eas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/whats-happening-in-harrington-street/Tue, 24 Jul 2018 17:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/whats-happening-in-harrington-street/ A homegrown range of beautifully detailed luxury leather handbags, travel bags and other accessories, Missibaba’s new flora and fauna wallpaper collection incited the perfect excuse for a bite of cake – and the decorating thereof. Be inspired by cakes that are as whimsical and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/in-full-bloom-with-missibaba/Tue, 24 Jul 2018 15:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/in-full-bloom-with-missibaba/ Change is no stranger to Ikseong-dong. One of the oldest neighbourhoods in Seoul, it has continuously shifted its reputation throughout the years. After starting out as peaceful retreat from the city in t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/seoul-searching-in-ikseon-dong/Tue, 24 Jul 2018 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/seoul-searching-in-ikseon-dong/ Check out some behind-the-scenes footage of Trevor shooting our Next Le]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-photographer-and-creative-director-trevor-stuurman/Mon, 23 Jul 2018 13:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-photographer-and-creative-director-trevor-stuurman/ how did yo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-interior-designer-tristan-du-plessis/Mon, 23 Jul 2018 13:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-interior-designer-tristan-du-plessis/ how did you get started?
I come from a family of activists, photog]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-editor-writer-and-creative-stefanie-jason/Mon, 23 Jul 2018 13:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-editor-writer-and-creative-stefanie-jason/ If you didn’t hear about product and furniture designer Thabisa Mjo after she won the Nando’s Hot Young Designer competition in 2016, you really couldn’t miss her this year when Design Indaba voters named her Tutu 2.0 light the Most Beautiful Object in South Africa. She has just opened her own showroom at the uber-trendy 99 Juta development in Braamfontein and released the Potjie Server drinks cabinet, which, she says, is ‘beautiful but in a strange way&rsquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-product-and-furniture-designer-thabisa-mjo/Mon, 23 Jul 2018 13:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-product-and-furniture-designer-thabisa-mjo/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-korine-krger-and-sanet-stegmann-of-kassa-studio/Mon, 23 Jul 2018 13:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-korine-krger-and-sanet-stegmann-of-kassa-studio/ Check out Karabo’s gorgeous designs on the basketball courts at Zoo Lake &nda]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-illustrator-karabo-poppy/Mon, 23 Jul 2018 13:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-illustrator-karabo-poppy/ Rich’s latest collection was a gorgeous d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-fashion-and-furniture-designer-rich-mnisi/Mon, 23 Jul 2018 13:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-fashion-and-furniture-designer-rich-mnisi/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-architect-thomas-chapman/Mon, 23 Jul 2018 13:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-architect-thomas-chapman/ how did you get s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-photographer-zander-opperman/Mon, 23 Jul 2018 13:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-photographer-zander-opperman/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-fashion-designer-thebe-magugu/Mon, 23 Jul 2018 13:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-next-level-2018-fashion-designer-thebe-magugu/ Born in Tainan, Taiwan, Ming-Cheau immigrated to South Africa with her family in the early ’90s, and her book is focused on sharing her insights on Taiwanese culture through celebrating recipes and stories that kept her connected to her extended family when they lived in a distant country. Just Add Rice,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-just-add-rice/Mon, 23 Jul 2018 09:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-just-add-rice/ Wearstler chats to House and Leisure‘s Garreth van Niekerk about co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-colour-curator-kelly-wearstler/Mon, 23 Jul 2018 00:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-colour-curator-kelly-wearstler/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/disa-park-virtual-tour/Mon, 23 Jul 2018 00:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/disa-park-virtual-tour/ feet
My feet are my carriers when I explore areas of inspiration: city barbershops and hair salons of Hillbrow and Pretoria CBD, the market and arcade of Church Square in Pretoria, and food trucks all over Johannesbu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-karabo-poppy-moletsane/Fri, 20 Jul 2018 18:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-karabo-poppy-moletsane/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fabrica-unmasked/Fri, 20 Jul 2018 17:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fabrica-unmasked/ Visual artist Rhett Martyn’s exhibition 1:10 Modernist Plunder: The New Constructivists is not an easy body of work to view. This is because the works, which were recently on show for a brief 10 days at David Krut Projects, required you to do a little more than simply look.
First things first: Martyn is no huge fan of single truths. At a guided walkabout this 14 July, the artist led his audience through the tale that both i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/rhett-martyn-new-constructivists-and-a-return-to-narrative/Thu, 19 Jul 2018 10:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/rhett-martyn-new-constructivists-and-a-return-to-narrative/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/land-of-fire-and-ice/Thu, 19 Jul 2018 00:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/land-of-fire-and-ice/ botanical gin fizzIngredients60ml helichrysum gin* (or botanical gin of your choice)Juice of 2 limes300ml soda water300ml tonic
MethodMix the gin with the lime juice. Pour the mixture into four]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/darkest-hour/Thu, 19 Jul 2018 00:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/darkest-hour/ Tucked away in a leafy complex in Joburg’s Inanda, there’s a pleasing dichotomy to this compact garden. For starters, there’s the low-rise entrance – simple wooden gates set into a slate wall – which is flanked by two vast charcoal planters. It’s the antithesis of the triple-garage arrival often as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-order-a-modernist-joburg-garden/Wed, 18 Jul 2018 13:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-order-a-modernist-joburg-garden/ heads
Our heads are shields that protect us, and the source of our central creative intelligence. They also connect us, transferring self-belief between all of us in the collective. And th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-dear-ribane/Wed, 18 Jul 2018 10:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-dear-ribane/ It&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-national-treasure/Wed, 18 Jul 2018 00:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-national-treasure/  bao downServing up Asian-American style food, Bao Down is a brand new intimate restaurant in Oranjezicht, Cape Town with a superb limited menu that changes regularly. Signature dishes like prawn toast and celeriac cake will be regular features but you can expect]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-bao-travel-and-award-winning-brandy/Tue, 17 Jul 2018 16:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-bao-travel-and-award-winning-brandy/ Creative director and photographer Toufic Beyhum has merged emojis and traditional African masks in a project entitled AMOJI MASKS. It consists of a series of portraits that show subjects wearing mask]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/amoji-masks-bringing-africa-to-the-world/Tue, 17 Jul 2018 14:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/amoji-masks-bringing-africa-to-the-world/ Jump to a recipe: 
Sumac lamb racks with pumpkin and sesame salad
Zucchini black olive and goat’s cheese tart
Tarragon Chicken thighs with crisp prosciutto, fennel and cabbage
1. sumac lamb racks with pumpkin and sesame saladPrep time: 20 mins / Cook time: 30 minutes / Serves: 4 – 6 
Ingredients3 Small garlic cloves]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/three-gourmet-dishes-that-are-quick-and-easy-to-make/Tue, 17 Jul 2018 09:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/three-gourmet-dishes-that-are-quick-and-easy-to-make/ the bistro
Enjoy relaxed dining at the French-inspired bistro that offers a short but memorable menu made in an open kitchen. Contemp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bar-and-bistro-the-two-sides-to-the-moveable-feast/Mon, 16 Jul 2018 15:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bar-and-bistro-the-two-sides-to-the-moveable-feast/ the bistro
Enjoy relaxed dining at the French-inspired bistro that offers a short but memorable menu made in an open kitchen. Contemp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bar-and-bistro-the-two-sides-of-the-moveable-feast/Mon, 16 Jul 2018 15:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bar-and-bistro-the-two-sides-of-the-moveable-feast/ We caught up with Jenna mere days after Noa, Jenna’s beautiful and healthy daughter, wa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/noas-nursery-a-monochrome-sanctuary-by-jenna-mcarthur/Thu, 12 Jul 2018 14:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/noas-nursery-a-monochrome-sanctuary-by-jenna-mcarthur/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrating-small-producers-big-on-quality-at-the-publik-wine-fair/Thu, 12 Jul 2018 08:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrating-small-producers-big-on-quality-at-the-publik-wine-fair/ Copenhagen is regularly voted one of the world’s most livable cities with some of the planet’s happiest inhabitants – plus it has superb art and design museums, gorgeous contemporary buildings and innovative food. House and Leisure‘s deputy editor Robyn Alexander rounds up the very best of København – what to eat, where to stay and how to shop.
eat & drink
It&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/copenhagen-for-days/Wed, 11 Jul 2018 14:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/copenhagen-for-days/ No 5 on Hudson was born from De Bruin’s time in London. She had always had a penchant for fine art, and her time in London revived her passion for painting as De Bruin was immersed in artistry – from painting porcelain dolls to writing and painting – while living in the city. This period inspired her to subsequen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/elegant-empowerment-new-gallery-focuses-on-female-artists-in-sa/Wed, 11 Jul 2018 14:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/elegant-empowerment-new-gallery-focuses-on-female-artists-in-sa/ In the look book, models become alien fashion creatures, dressed in the hypermodern, hyperluxe looks from Rich’s ‘transeasonal’ 2018 collection, while sporting prosthetic pixie ears and elaborate headgear. NWA-MULAMULA: MOTHER LOOK 7 – Looking f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/into-rich-mnisis-bold-new-underworld/Wed, 11 Jul 2018 14:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/into-rich-mnisis-bold-new-underworld/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/turbine-art-fair-is-back-and-more-exciting-than-ever/Wed, 11 Jul 2018 13:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/turbine-art-fair-is-back-and-more-exciting-than-ever/ ‘This is not the project we expected to be building,’ says architect and interior designer Brooke Aitken as she walks me through a recently renovated home overlooking Sydney’s Parsley Bay. Brooke’s name had been given to the owners after they saw renovations she had done for their friends, and she was engage]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sight-lines-a-sydney-harbour-enclave-gets-a-luxury-monochrome-revamp/Wed, 11 Jul 2018 11:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sight-lines-a-sydney-harbour-enclave-gets-a-luxury-monochrome-revamp/ 1. roodeberg wineIt’s the season to be drinking red wine. A good red wine to be sipping on us the iconic Roodeberg Red Blend that has been delighting wine lovers since 1949, and should be rediscovered by all wine lovers. Whether you ar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-wine-and-art/Tue, 10 Jul 2018 11:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-wine-and-art/ DurbanJoburgCape Town
durban
Viva Flamenco
In celebration of an impressive 35 year legacy, the Linda Vargas Flamenco Dance Company promises to thrill audiences with a special gala season called Viva Flamenco. This week you can catch energetic performances by Spanish dancers who will be showcasing highlights from thei]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-diary-what-to-do-in-ct-jhb-and-dbn-this-week/Mon, 09 Jul 2018 17:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-diary-what-to-do-in-ct-jhb-and-dbn-this-week/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/this-weeks-top-find-skinny-laminx-pops-the-pincushion/Mon, 09 Jul 2018 17:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/this-weeks-top-find-skinny-laminx-pops-the-pincushion/ The café is a traditional French crêperie that brings a touch of Parisian flair to the city, conceptualised beautifully by South African interior designer Haldane Martin.inspiration and art
The blue swan logo is at the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/swanning-about-at-the-new-crperie-in-cape-towns-east-city/Mon, 09 Jul 2018 16:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/swanning-about-at-the-new-crperie-in-cape-towns-east-city/ For the Rick Owens furniture line, enormous planks of petrified wood become beds, moulded concrete formwork is fashioned i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-elemental-sculptural-design-of-rick-owens-and-michle-lamy/Mon, 09 Jul 2018 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-elemental-sculptural-design-of-rick-owens-and-michle-lamy/ what drew you to mixology
It was the love of serving guests with drinks unique to them. The satisfaction on their faces pleased me so much that I could not get enough of it.
what is the most excitin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-twankey-bar-mixologist-melrick-harrison/Fri, 06 Jul 2018 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-twankey-bar-mixologist-melrick-harrison/ I chat to mixologist, Melrick Harrison, who’s taken over the lead of the well-known The Twankey Bar, at Taj Hotel in Cape Town.
what drew you to mixology
It was the love of serving guests with drinks unique to them. The satisfaction on their faces pleased me so much that I could not get enough of it.
what is the most exciting tr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-the-twankey-bar-mixologist-melrick-harrison/Fri, 06 Jul 2018 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-the-twankey-bar-mixologist-melrick-harrison/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/deep-dive-a-study-of-brutalism/Fri, 06 Jul 2018 15:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/deep-dive-a-study-of-brutalism/ experience
Museo Nacional do Azulejo
Slightly off the beaten track but very much worth the shortish bus or Uber ride to get to its bougainvillea-framed door is Portugal’s National Museum of Tiles. Unless you come here directly from the airport and have entirely ignored Pinterest in the run-up to your trip to Lisbon, you’ll have already notice]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-trio-of-places-to-see-eat-and-shop-in-lisbon-portugal/Fri, 06 Jul 2018 08:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-trio-of-places-to-see-eat-and-shop-in-lisbon-portugal/ I like what I do because I love luxury, beauty, excellence and creating experiences for people to enjoy. My earliest memory of summer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/style-profile-vika-shipalana/Thu, 05 Jul 2018 16:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/style-profile-vika-shipalana/ When she is not decorating, Keesha’s dream is to create a window that changes the narr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/keesha-moore-is-the-face-of-shf-for-july/Thu, 05 Jul 2018 09:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/keesha-moore-is-the-face-of-shf-for-july/ Architect Pieter-Ernst Mare’s Johannesburg apartment might be in the heart of Sandton’s CBD, but you’d never guess it. It’s not in a residential skyscraper, but rather an artefact of the past – one of 25 double-storey units surrounding a private park that somehow persists in the heart of the glass-and-iron jungle. ‘It doe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-top-renovation-tips-from-architect-pieter-ernst-mare/Thu, 05 Jul 2018 00:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-top-renovation-tips-from-architect-pieter-ernst-mare/ ALSO READ: The perfect sunny escape in a luxury Spanish villalevel bestA sizeable, level courtyard]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mediterranean-dream-how-to-create-a-courtyard-garden/Wed, 04 Jul 2018 13:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mediterranean-dream-how-to-create-a-courtyard-garden/ Open a white curtain cloth to be greeted by an incredible Izakaya-inspired interior that consists of light wood panels, large canvases with writing on and a stunning glass staircase that leads up to space that will soon be a Japanese tea room
the look
After co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/delicate-and-delicious-dishes-at-tomo-japanese-restaurant/Wed, 04 Jul 2018 09:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/delicate-and-delicious-dishes-at-tomo-japanese-restaurant/ Abiah, Brad and Kari each share a unique and on-the-minute take on fashion and design. As the fresh new faces of ISCA, they are helping to show everyday South Africa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/talking-trends-and-tap-couture-with-isca/Wed, 04 Jul 2018 08:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/talking-trends-and-tap-couture-with-isca/ If you, like me, miss out on exciting art openings during the week because you’re held up at work, have a small child to hurry home to or simply don’t feel like fighting the First Thursday throng, try out these Johannesburg art precincts on weekends – with the family fully in tow.
My first stop is usually Keyes Art Mile in Rosebank…
For two Saturdays mid-month, visit Joburg’s newest art precinct, Keys Art Mile, for Art and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/art-fix-hl-editor-tiaan-nagel-shares-his-favourite-jozi-art-spots/Tue, 03 Jul 2018 18:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/art-fix-hl-editor-tiaan-nagel-shares-his-favourite-jozi-art-spots/ 1. tomo japanese restaurantNew Japanese eatery TOMO is located in the heart of Cape Town’s CBD. It serves up a variety of Asian fusion cuisine, includin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-leather-couches-japanese-braai-and-concept-groceries/Tue, 03 Jul 2018 10:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-leather-couches-japanese-braai-and-concept-groceries/ Kate Otten Architects, known for designing some great South African buildings such as the Women’s Jail Museum and Gabriel’s Garden Pavilion, among others, has just been shortlisted for the prestigious World Architecture Festival Award – for outstanding design in various categories.
Otten’s building ‘Law on Keyes’ in Rosebank, Johannesburg, has been nominated in the Office Category of th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/joburgs-kate-otten-up-for-world-architecture-festival-award/Tue, 03 Jul 2018 09:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/joburgs-kate-otten-up-for-world-architecture-festival-award/ Jump to your City:
DurbanJoburgCape Town
durban
ECR House and Garden Show
It’s the last week of the East Coast Radio House and Garden show, happening at the Durban Exhibition Centre. This year’s theme is Home is Where the Heart is which focuses on redefining the home by showcasing timeless trends t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/plan-your-week-with-the-hl-diary/Mon, 02 Jul 2018 16:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/plan-your-week-with-the-hl-diary/ The Bofred showroom, located in a charming Victorian house in Cape Town’s hilly Vredehoek, is the place. I don’t dislike anything in it. From the beautiful Alberto armchair to the bronze Twins Mirror – everything is 100% my vibe. 
Originating from a fi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/discovering-the-art-of-kintsugi/Mon, 02 Jul 2018 16:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/discovering-the-art-of-kintsugi/ 1. castle of good hope, cape townMore than just a tourist attraction, the Castle of Good Hope is known as the oldest surviving building in S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/architecture-appreciation-10-magnificent-historic-buildings-in-sa/Fri, 29 Jun 2018 11:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/architecture-appreciation-10-magnificent-historic-buildings-in-sa/ There’s something arresting about black and white photography. For decades, its subjects have challenged, terrified and connected us at the same time.
From hard-hitting images of the Vietnam War, the Sharpeville uprisings, controversial United Colors of Benetton advertising campaigns, to moments of hope captured in film forever (like the famous Black Power Salute at the 1968 Olympics).There are black-and-white images th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-moment-in-time/Thu, 28 Jun 2018 17:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-moment-in-time/ Wolfgang Tillmans (RA) is used to firsts. He was the first non-British person to win the Tate’s annual Turner Prize in 2000. (He was also the first photographer to take the award.) And the first person commissioned to create a photographic portrait by the British Museum in 2015, breaking with their 250-year long tradition of paintings. And now, in July, Tillmans will exhibit in South Africa for the first time… after showing in Kinshasa a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/i-take-pictures-in-order-to-see-the-world/Thu, 28 Jun 2018 16:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/i-take-pictures-in-order-to-see-the-world/ We hope you enjoy getting Back to Black with us and the #HLBacktoBlackIssue.
1. novel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-embrace-your-dark-side-with-the-hlbacktoblackissue/Wed, 27 Jun 2018 17:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-embrace-your-dark-side-with-the-hlbacktoblackissue/ For Patrick Bongoy, the zero-waste movement and social consciousness take an unusual form. Creating things from discarded rubber, bound together by hand and curated to make work that is at once gripping and gentle, the Cape Town-based artist is shifting the way art, environment and society come together]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/under-construction-a-new-look-at-congolese-artist-patrick-bongoys-gripping-work/Wed, 27 Jun 2018 14:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/under-construction-a-new-look-at-congolese-artist-patrick-bongoys-gripping-work/ The partnership with Stuurman is a continuation from the ‘adicolor’ launch, which began in January 2018. This time round the campaign features Samba, the minim]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/iconic-campaign-adidas-originals-samba-sneaker-by-trevor-stuurman/Wed, 27 Jun 2018 11:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/iconic-campaign-adidas-originals-samba-sneaker-by-trevor-stuurman/ The last time knitwear designer Laduma Ngxokolo released a rug design, he broke Twitter (The Ubuhle Busintu rug made the #Maxhosa hashtag trend for days on social media), and now the brand’s latest foray into floorware is sure to do the same.
Teased out as part of his forthcoming collaboration with Swedish furniture giant Ikea, the Laduma x Ikea collaborative line – due to be released in 2019 – will feature two]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/knit-together-introducing-the-new-laduma-x-ikea-rug/Wed, 27 Jun 2018 11:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/knit-together-introducing-the-new-laduma-x-ikea-rug/ In this month’s #HLCurate shoot, be inspired by bold, monochrome decor that beguiles your dark side #HLBacktoBlackIssue.The post go back to black with our latest obsession: novel noir appeared first on House and Leisure.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/go-back-to-black-with-our-latest-obsession-novel-noir/Wed, 27 Jun 2018 10:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/go-back-to-black-with-our-latest-obsession-novel-noir/ A legend, a teacher, a national icon and a man of integrity, David Goldblatt died peacefully at his home in Johannesburg, aged 87, in the early hours of Monday morning. ‘David Goldblatt’s death is a very sad day for us all at Goodman Gallery and indeed for South Africa,’ says Liza Essers of Goodman Gallery, the exhibition space that’s represented Goldblatt’s work for the latter part of hi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/through-his-lens-a-photomontage-in-memory-of-david-goldblatt/Wed, 27 Jun 2018 10:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/through-his-lens-a-photomontage-in-memory-of-david-goldblatt/ House and Leisure graphic designer, Victoria Meder got to work on the brief, delving head first into the peculiari]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/black-magic-house-and-leisure-designs-a-botanical-wallpaper-inspired-by-hendricks-gin/Wed, 27 Jun 2018 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/black-magic-house-and-leisure-designs-a-botanical-wallpaper-inspired-by-hendricks-gin/ The use of colour is essential to add personality and flair to the room and even a even a dash of colour can enhance an indoor space dramatically.
As with any interior decorating, there is a guide of dos and don’ts. Alon Sachs, co-founder of Mobelli Furniture and Livi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dos-and-dont-when-introducing-colourful-furniture-to-your-home/Tue, 26 Jun 2018 16:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dos-and-dont-when-introducing-colourful-furniture-to-your-home/ 1. oom cocktails for a cause Hidden speakeasy Outrage of Modesty (OoM) is committed to social change. This winter they are dedicating their winter menu to creating awareness and delivering support to women who suff]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-cocktails-curry-and-home-away-from-home/Tue, 26 Jun 2018 12:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-cocktails-curry-and-home-away-from-home/ House and Leisure’s obsession with beautiful brickwork continues this week after we discovered the extraordinary central column of the uMkhumbane Cultural Museum at Cato Manor, Durban.
Designed by Rod Choromanski and Dean Ramlal of Choromanski Architects, the building’s five-storey museum tower saw approximately 500 000 clay bricks used to create the sculptural monolith.
‘Because of its inherent strength, brick achi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/building-heritage-brick-by-brick/Mon, 25 Jun 2018 08:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/building-heritage-brick-by-brick/ 1. bloody geishaPrep time: 10 minutes / Mix time: 40 minutes / Serves: 4
Ingredients:
4–8 tots sake1t wasabi paste500ml tomato juice1t Tabasco sauce1½t soy sauce½t celery salt2 limes, cut into wedgesblack pepper to season1T dry sherry4 celery stalks with leaves to serve8 baby rosa to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/party-perfect-3-delicious-cocktail-recipes/Mon, 25 Jun 2018 08:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/party-perfect-3-delicious-cocktail-recipes/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/scented-art-nandipha-mntambo-collaborates-with-tammy-frazer/Thu, 21 Jun 2018 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/scented-art-nandipha-mntambo-collaborates-with-tammy-frazer/ What’s your advice for those looking to renovate their homes?NG: Let the experts do their job. If you have a tight brief, there’s no risk in giving them full control, and just checking in now and then.
Zeanne Duminy and James Go]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sanctuary-in-the-city-a-tour-of-a-spacious-light-filled-home-in-the-heart-of-cape-town/Wed, 20 Jun 2018 13:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sanctuary-in-the-city-a-tour-of-a-spacious-light-filled-home-in-the-heart-of-cape-town/ Zizipho Poswa, Founder of Imiso Ceramics
On drawing inspiration]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/we-talk-luxury-with-zizipho-poswa-and-maira-koutsoudakis/Wed, 20 Jun 2018 12:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/we-talk-luxury-with-zizipho-poswa-and-maira-koutsoudakis/ Here]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/6-top-safari-destinations-in-africa/Tue, 19 Jun 2018 15:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/6-top-safari-destinations-in-africa/ 1. How important is it – apart from sales, marketing and product offering – for a known brand like Le Creuset to stay on trend?
Le Creuset is famous]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-jamie-paine-of-le-creuset/Tue, 19 Jun 2018 15:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-jamie-paine-of-le-creuset/ legs and feet
When I work, I sit at a table with my pieces placed on top under sponges because they are so fragile. There’s always music playing in my studio, and sometimes I dance while I’m sculpting, but because I can’t risk nudging my pots, my legs an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-madoda-fani/Tue, 19 Jun 2018 14:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-madoda-fani/ ‘Design and decadence’ is the theme of this week’s #HLDiscovery list. Gin’s popularity continues in 2018 – we take a closer look at one of the latest craft gins to hit the scene. Chocoholics have even more to indulge with Johannesburg’s latest confectionery addition and luxury brand Roche Bobois’s latest Mah Jong sofa design is nothing short of spectacular.
1. chocoloza’s new branchJoburg’s favourite chocolaterie has expanded fr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-sofas-gin-and-chocolate/Mon, 18 Jun 2018 17:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-sofas-gin-and-chocolate/ Artists have long been interested in this subject – here, their curiosity is showcased through photography. We take a look at three international artists who are challen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-art-of-hair/Mon, 18 Jun 2018 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-art-of-hair/ Why should a table have four identical legs? Why should laminate veneer be only for the kitchen and bathroom and not for a luxurious living room?’ When Italian architect and designer Ettore Sottsass posed these questions in relation to the Memphis Group, a design movement he spearheaded in Mil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/walking-in-memphis-a-tour-of-a-mountainside-farmhouse/Fri, 15 Jun 2018 14:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/walking-in-memphis-a-tour-of-a-mountainside-farmhouse/ I was born and raised in New York City. I have a brand called Studio 189, which promotes African and sustainable fashion. I love what I do because it brings people together, and it is innovative and ex]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/style-profile-abrima-erwiah/Fri, 15 Jun 2018 12:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/style-profile-abrima-erwiah/ The exhibit, currently on display at The Mixed Reality Workshop (TMRW) Gallery in Johannesburg, takes one of Sibande’s life-size installations and animates it into a virtual reality adventure. In it, one of her trademark figurines is swarmed by a cloud of alien creatures, which the visitor is haunted by in the video sp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/crescendo-of-ecstasy-mary-sibande-wows-with-virtual-installation/Thu, 14 Jun 2018 15:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/crescendo-of-ecstasy-mary-sibande-wows-with-virtual-installation/ Ingredients150g butter, at room temperature, plus extra for greasing365g caster sugarZest and juice of 2 medium oranges2 eggs210g cake flour, siftedBoiling water, for cooking3 lemons, juiced and zest peeled off (remove all the pith) and blanched in hot waterIcing sugar, to dustLemon slices, to garnish
MethodGrease and line a 15cm wide and 15cm deep oven-proof bowl. Beat the butter, 165g of the caster sugar and orange zest for five minutes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-steamed-citrus-pudding-with-zesty-lemon-syrup/Thu, 14 Jun 2018 13:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-steamed-citrus-pudding-with-zesty-lemon-syrup/ Miracle Broth
Miracle Broth, with its water-rich, whipped formula, sinks into your skin and leaves it feeling refreshed. Hand-harvested]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/experience-radiance-in-a-jar/Wed, 13 Jun 2018 15:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/experience-radiance-in-a-jar/ The result was a minimalist masterpiece that highlighted the brand’s style and put a focus on different materials across the spectrum of MUJI products. The focus of the display was MUJI’s pared-ba]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inspired-display-muji-materials-garden/Wed, 13 Jun 2018 12:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inspired-display-muji-materials-garden/ 1. cire trudon candles at artefectArtefect Antique and Interiors is known for bringing together antiques and covetable items from around the world. The la]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-candles-wine-and-ramen/Tue, 12 Jun 2018 16:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-candles-wine-and-ramen/ 1. the scandinavian pavilionat the 2018 #venicebiennale, the nordic pavilion presents ‘another generosity’ – an exhibition that explores the relationship between nature and the built environment. curated by eero l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-things-you-cant-miss-at-the-2018-venice-biennale/Mon, 11 Jun 2018 10:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-things-you-cant-miss-at-the-2018-venice-biennale/ One of those things is Tintswalo Atlantic – the quiet an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/plan-a-midwinter-escape-to-tintswalo-atlantic/Mon, 11 Jun 2018 09:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/plan-a-midwinter-escape-to-tintswalo-atlantic/ With the ID Collection, which consists of two shapes with six functions, Fabri’s biggest challenge was designing pieces that have as many functions as possible to fit into the modern home.
1. serveThe kitchen countertop is the perfect surface for serving drinks and snacks –]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fabri-award-winning-and-versatile-design/Fri, 08 Jun 2018 13:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fabri-award-winning-and-versatile-design/ Shaun Stemmett, brand manager for Hendrick’s Gin South Africa, explains that the factor that really sets their product apart is the their array of inspired an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cucumber-trade-with-hendricks-gin-its-a-thing/Fri, 08 Jun 2018 10:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cucumber-trade-with-hendricks-gin-its-a-thing/ Built on the same platform as the successful Giulia, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is inspired by the icon]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/social-climber-the-new-alfa-romeo-stelvio-suv/Fri, 08 Jun 2018 08:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/social-climber-the-new-alfa-romeo-stelvio-suv/ The 2018 Venice Architecture Biennale – which saw 63 countries presenting their expertise across the floating Italian city – featured a space dedicated exclusively to the genre-defying work of South African architect Peter Rich. What opened to the public officially on 26 May, Rich’s career-spanning exhibit formed part of the International Architecture Exhibition that saw 71 architects from around the world responding to the 2018 Biennale’s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/shape-shifter-architect-peter-richs-career-spanning-exhibition-at-venice-biennale/Thu, 07 Jun 2018 14:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/shape-shifter-architect-peter-richs-career-spanning-exhibition-at-venice-biennale/ This series of graphic mirrors feature designs that trick the eye, but are still decorative and functional, adding dimension and texture to any space they occupy. The three-dimensional appearance of the mirrors is an eff]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mirror-mind-games/Thu, 07 Jun 2018 10:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mirror-mind-games/ 1. alice lane towers, johannesburg
Image by Paragon Group.
Also dubbed the ‘dancing towers’, Alice Lane Towers in Johannesburg is an ultra-modern construction that has notably enhanced the Sandton skyline. Comprising a pair]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/local-marvels-5-inspired-contemporary-buildings-in-south-africa/Thu, 07 Jun 2018 09:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/local-marvels-5-inspired-contemporary-buildings-in-south-africa/ Celebrating local artistry and South African talent, this curation of iconic art pieces – woven into beautiful and versatile blankets or throws – celebrates the talented illustrators and artists who collectively wish to share a deep]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wrap-stars-all-girl-art-blankets-from-something-good-studio/Tue, 05 Jun 2018 00:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wrap-stars-all-girl-art-blankets-from-something-good-studio/ ‘Stories matter. Many stories matter. Stories have been used to dispossess and to malign, but stories can also be used to empower and humanise.’ So says Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie in a 2009 TED talk – the inspiration behind Not a Single Story, the current winter exhibition at Nirox Sculpture Park.
ALSO READ: Winter Wonderland: Get lost in told and untold stories at the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/exhibition-must-see-20-female-artists-transforming-stereotypes/Tue, 05 Jun 2018 00:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/exhibition-must-see-20-female-artists-transforming-stereotypes/ A lot is on the cards for China’s Beijing and its northern region. In 2019, the brand new Beijing Daxing International Airport is set to open, promising high-speed rail connections to the surrounding areas and a 144-hour visa-free entry for internati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/theres-a-28-billion-reason-to-add-beijing-to-your-bucket-list/Mon, 04 Jun 2018 14:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/theres-a-28-billion-reason-to-add-beijing-to-your-bucket-list/ ida & pingala by farrah sitWhen it come to design, Farrah Sit focuses on creating simple, yet striking designs. Her Ida & Pingala lighting is testament to this. T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/illuminating-art-4-international-contemporary-lighting-designs/Mon, 04 Jun 2018 12:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/illuminating-art-4-international-contemporary-lighting-designs/ Here is the first #HLDiscovery list.
1. fior di latte cheese barFior di Latte Cheese Ba]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-food-fabrics-and-design/Mon, 04 Jun 2018 12:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hldiscovery-food-fabrics-and-design/ Founder and designer Jacques Cronje recently launched the brand’s latest collection: three modern lights – Echo, Cubic and Mosaic. Best described as ‘shweshwe meets neat angularity’, the woven bamboo lighting range is made up of digitally-cut birch plywood and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/light-on-design-jacques-cronje-releases-new-minima-collection/Mon, 04 Jun 2018 12:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/light-on-design-jacques-cronje-releases-new-minima-collection/ When a couple from Basel, Switzerland, began looking for a weekend home with a ‘discreet presence’ in a quiet location, it was only natural that they turned to the small, peaceful town of Morcote, a former fishing settlement nestled]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/set-in-stone-tour-a-minimalist-hillside-weekend-home-in-morcote-switzerland/Mon, 04 Jun 2018 11:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/set-in-stone-tour-a-minimalist-hillside-weekend-home-in-morcote-switzerland/ For Lucy, inspiration can be found everywhere – during a walk on the beach or any time she looks up and is struck by God’s grandeur in the asymmetrical beauty of nature. It is this abundance of inspiration that energised her innovati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/lucy-le-roux-is-the-face-of-shf-for-june/Mon, 04 Jun 2018 10:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/lucy-le-roux-is-the-face-of-shf-for-june/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/romantic-uk-getaways-from-the-highlands-to-london/Fri, 01 Jun 2018 13:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/romantic-uk-getaways-from-the-highlands-to-london/ Known for expressing themes around cultural and racial identity, Ghanaian-Scottish architect, academic, and novelist Lesley Lokko is a vision. She caught up with House and Leisure‘s story editor Garreth Van Niekerk for a glimpse into her world of books and architecture and travel.
I was born in Dundee, Scotland, but raised in Ghana, West Africa. I left Ghana because I was sent to an English boarding school. And there was a coup d’etat.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/style-profile-architect-cum-novelist-lesley-lokko/Thu, 31 May 2018 13:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/style-profile-architect-cum-novelist-lesley-lokko/ While most species of squid are sustainably caught, our local Cape Hope Squid makes the best choice when it comes to their carbon footprint. Cape Hope Squid are caught off South Africa’s southern coast through a fishing method called ‘jigging’. Colourful barbed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-sicilian-style-stuffed-squid-with-risotto/Thu, 31 May 2018 09:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-sicilian-style-stuffed-squid-with-risotto/ 1. your budget
Choose a floor that will fit your budget, while keeping in mind its longevity. If you’re on a tight budget, but want the war]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fully-floored-7-tips-to-choose-the-perfect-floor/Thu, 31 May 2018 09:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fully-floored-7-tips-to-choose-the-perfect-floor/ Titled Orbits of Relating and currently on show at No End Contemporary Gallery, Soal’s body of work features – amongst other things – works comprised of toothpicks, bottl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/theres-harmony-in-repetition-chris-soals-orbits-of-relating/Wed, 30 May 2018 09:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/theres-harmony-in-repetition-chris-soals-orbits-of-relating/ nm designs
Naude grew up with creative parents; an architect father and ceramicist mother who worked with clay in her own studio. For her, getting into interior design seemed a natural fit. After cutting her teeth at a local design firm, she founded NM Design.
Her love for interiors blossomed into a love for d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/terracotta-delights-by-nm-designs/Wed, 30 May 2018 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/terracotta-delights-by-nm-designs/ the beginning‘Samesyn’, which means tog]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/samesyn-transforming-food-photography-into-functional-art/Tue, 29 May 2018 10:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/samesyn-transforming-food-photography-into-functional-art/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/curated-collaborations-a-couth-collective/Tue, 29 May 2018 10:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/curated-collaborations-a-couth-collective/ Having dabbled with clay her entire life, ceramics naturally became Alexia’s profession of choice. After suffering from a brain tumour six years ago, she found solace and comfort in clay – using the medium as a way to express how sh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/playing-with-clay-the-organic-creations-of-klomp-ceramics/Mon, 28 May 2018 15:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/playing-with-clay-the-organic-creations-of-klomp-ceramics/ Having dabbled with clay her entire life, ceramics naturally became Alexia’s profession of choice. After suffering from a brain tumour six years ago, she found solace and comfort in clay – using the medium as a way to express how sh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/clay-play-the-organic-creations-of-klomp-ceramics/Mon, 28 May 2018 15:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/clay-play-the-organic-creations-of-klomp-ceramics/ This new SUV has been affectionately labelled &]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/little-wonder-the-jaguar-e-pace-is-your-design-dream-for-the-taking/Fri, 25 May 2018 12:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/little-wonder-the-jaguar-e-pace-is-your-design-dream-for-the-taking/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/if-a-drawing-could-feel-like-a-dance-what-would-that-look-like/Fri, 25 May 2018 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/if-a-drawing-could-feel-like-a-dance-what-would-that-look-like/ Expect to see alluring room sets, never-before-seen collaborative exhibits and uniquely curated installations. In anticipation, here’re the 10 designer items we can’t wait to see.
ALSO READ: Design of th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/10-items-we-cant-wait-to-see-at-design-joburg/Fri, 25 May 2018 09:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/10-items-we-cant-wait-to-see-at-design-joburg/ This boon of well-deserv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/franschhoek-dreaming-at-akademie-street-boutique-hotel/Thu, 24 May 2018 13:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/franschhoek-dreaming-at-akademie-street-boutique-hotel/ In an effort to promote not just the appreciation and understanding]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/royal-academy-of-arts-sees-a-david-chipperfield-upgrade/Thu, 24 May 2018 11:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/royal-academy-of-arts-sees-a-david-chipperfield-upgrade/ If you’re in the mood for adventure, but are undecided about where to travel to, here are four extraordinary destinations you may want to consider adding to your bucket list.
1. cuba
Vintage car on a beach in Cuba
There is a reason why Ernest Hemingway decided to make Cuba his home. This&nb]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/4-extraordinary-destinations-to-visit/Thu, 24 May 2018 10:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/4-extraordinary-destinations-to-visit/ Opened by avant-garde filmmaker David Lynch, the club lives in the basement of 142 rue de Montmartre, a former publishing press steeped in history. Built in 1883 by architect Ferdinand Bal, and successively home to leftwing newspape]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/silencio-please-an-exploration-of-david-lynchs-members-club/Wed, 23 May 2018 12:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/silencio-please-an-exploration-of-david-lynchs-members-club/ Having run Puglia Cheese for several years]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-taste-of-italy-with-puglia-cheese/Wed, 23 May 2018 11:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-taste-of-italy-with-puglia-cheese/ ALSO READ: We caught up with Wes to learn about his food philosophy.
To make sure you see all of House and Leisure’s video content, click here to subscribe to our YouTube channel.The five recipes you can try a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/out-of-the-ordinary-5-recipes-from-the-shortmarket-clubs-wes-randles/Wed, 23 May 2018 10:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/out-of-the-ordinary-5-recipes-from-the-shortmarket-clubs-wes-randles/ Some of the style masters involved in the collaboration include James Mudge,&nbs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/svn-revamp-marries-scandinavian-heritage-with-african-living/Tue, 22 May 2018 23:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/svn-revamp-marries-scandinavian-heritage-with-african-living/ You do not have to be a master botanist to pot your own succu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/how-to-pot-your-own-succulents/Tue, 22 May 2018 15:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/how-to-pot-your-own-succulents/ For your interiors, create a decor scheme that pairs soft leather and crisp canvas in natural hues with tactile terracotta and glazed ceramics for a look that speaks volumes about your space.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/pause-for-thought-a-snapshot-of-our-hlarchitectureissue-curate-shoot/Mon, 21 May 2018 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/pause-for-thought-a-snapshot-of-our-hlarchitectureissue-curate-shoot/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-model-brick-a-literary-history-of-the-brick-in-johannesburg/Mon, 21 May 2018 10:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-model-brick-a-literary-history-of-the-brick-in-johannesburg/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/6-reasons-youll-love-our-hlarchitectureissue/Fri, 18 May 2018 09:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/6-reasons-youll-love-our-hlarchitectureissue/ sake with grapefruit and ginger
Ingredients1 large thumb of ginger800ml sake1 grapefruit, quarteredIce
MethodPeel and slice half the ginger into very thin slices and se]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-sake-with-grapefruit-and-ginger/Thu, 17 May 2018 16:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-sake-with-grapefruit-and-ginger/ A statuesque and smiling Makgati Molebatsi opens a bright red-orange door to reveal the modern, industrial-style home she has been living in for the past 14 years in Melville, Johannesburg. Previously owned by South African architect Xavier Huyberechts, Makgati’s abode]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/makgati-molebatsis-melville-home-showcases-her-love-for-art/Wed, 16 May 2018 17:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/makgati-molebatsis-melville-home-showcases-her-love-for-art/ The region’s proximity to Greece and the Balkans has made it coveted territory since classical antiquity. The Mycenaean Greeks were followed by the Romans, then a long line of other invaders: Lombards, Byzantines, S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/where-to-eat-drink-and-sleep-in-puglia-italy/Wed, 16 May 2018 12:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/where-to-eat-drink-and-sleep-in-puglia-italy/ He is also CEO of the South African Antique, Art & Design Association (SAADA) and is a qualified architect. Paul’s beautifully designed home in Hurlingham, Johannesburg (featured in the June 2018 print edition of House and Leisure) is filled with an eclectic collection of design, antiques and mid-century furniture, not to mention (most]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-minutes-with-paul-mrkusic/Wed, 16 May 2018 12:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-minutes-with-paul-mrkusic/ Featuring 180 buildings, this mini tome presents a comprehensive, visually driven history of the use of concrete in architecture since the days of ancient Rome.2. raw concrete: the beauty of brutalism by barnabas calder (william heinemann)
An exploration of the controversial Brutalist movement of the 1960s (and beyond) this book]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/our-8-favourite-architectural-books-about-concrete/Wed, 16 May 2018 12:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/our-8-favourite-architectural-books-about-concrete/ Most of the sides of the container are now ‘filled in’ with Plantation Shutters products, and the high-end interior furnishing scheme was created by Yvonne O’Brien of The Private House Company, with wooden flooring by Eco Oak F]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/plantation-shutters-thinks-outside-of-the-box/Wed, 16 May 2018 12:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/plantation-shutters-thinks-outside-of-the-box/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-bead-goes-on-with-artist-liza-lous-the-waves/Wed, 16 May 2018 11:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-bead-goes-on-with-artist-liza-lous-the-waves/ These new colours, which form part of their Metropolitan and Slimline Ultimo collections, are exclusively available at Caesarstone and will definitely update the look of your kitchen. These quartz surfaces also work beautifully in the bathroom.
The new colours are:]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/4-new-colours-added-to-the-caesarstone-collection/Tue, 15 May 2018 14:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/4-new-colours-added-to-the-caesarstone-collection/ France, the land of wine, cheese, oh-so-soft, buttery pastries. The country is hailed for its gastronomic delights and it’s easy to understand why. Pass through any region or town – however small – and you’ll find that it has a speciality. Foie gras comes from southwest France, cuisses de grenouilles (frogs’ legs) from the Dombes. In Strasbourg, you’ll find the best choucroute]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-cheese-lovers-guide-to-some-french-cheeses/Tue, 15 May 2018 13:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-cheese-lovers-guide-to-some-french-cheeses/ The Johannesburg-based perfumery are the latest in the foundation’s collaborations with local artisans to create special collections you can’t normally find at Trenery stores.
We caught up with Marie Aoun, founder of Saint d’Ici, to get to the heart of their partnership, and to understand the Myrrha Ambrata perfu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-marie-aoun-founder-of-saint-drsquoici/Tue, 15 May 2018 10:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-marie-aoun-founder-of-saint-drsquoici/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wagging-tails-and-wine-estates-pet-friendly-getaways-in-the-robertson-valley/Mon, 14 May 2018 15:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wagging-tails-and-wine-estates-pet-friendly-getaways-in-the-robertson-valley/ cape town
the yardLocated in the new Silo District at the V&A Waterfront, The Yard combines flavours from India, Africa and South America to create unique, intercontinental dish]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-spot-of-afternoon-tea/Mon, 14 May 2018 12:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-spot-of-afternoon-tea/ Because the Prix Versailles are the world’s leading awards for store, hotel and restaurant architecture around the gl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/exclusive-books-wins-coveted-design-award/Mon, 14 May 2018 11:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/exclusive-books-wins-coveted-design-award/ bananananananas
The custom surfboard bag’s design is minimalist, quirky and inspired by both Mami Wata and Missibaba’s love of bananas and bold colours. The result is a funky design that celebrates the vibran]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mami-wata-and-missibabas-custom-surfboard-bag-in-aid-of-charity/Mon, 14 May 2018 10:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mami-wata-and-missibabas-custom-surfboard-bag-in-aid-of-charity/ Whereas before, coworking spaces were the realm of entrepreneurs and freelancers, now]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-benefits-of-coworking-spaces/Fri, 11 May 2018 00:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-benefits-of-coworking-spaces/ As we bid farewell to summer crops of marrows, melons, chillies and tomatoes, winter heralds the arrival of the allium, brassica and legume families. Expect sweet, juicy onions and leeks, flourishing broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower, and tender peas and broad beans. Root vegetables such as carrots, beets and turnips a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrating-the-season/Thu, 10 May 2018 16:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrating-the-season/ As we bid farewell to summer crops of marrows, melons, chillies and tomatoes, winter heralds the arrival of the allium, brassica and legume families. Expect sweet, juicy onions and leeks, flourishing broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower, and tender peas and broad beans. Root vegetables such as carrots, beets and turnips a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrating-seasonal/Thu, 10 May 2018 16:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrating-seasonal/ For design lovers, May is all about Design Joburg featuring Rooms on View. In its second year, this event is shaping up to be even more exciting than the inaugural edition in 2017.
House and Leisure is the media sponsor of one of the innovative CoLab stands, which exhibits work by rising design star Tshepo Sealetsa in collaboration with architect and designer Joe van Rooyen of JVR Architects & Design]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-of-the-times-join-the-build-up-to-design-joburg/Thu, 10 May 2018 14:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-of-the-times-join-the-build-up-to-design-joburg/ We chatted to Van der Westhuizen to find out about his experiences and passion for wine.when and why did you decide to become a winemaker?
I was literal]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-to-know-alto-winemaker-bertho-van-der-westhuizen/Wed, 09 May 2018 17:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-to-know-alto-winemaker-bertho-van-der-westhuizen/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/time-travel-tour-the-mid-century-modern-style-home-of-paul-edmunds-and-heather-moore/Wed, 09 May 2018 15:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/time-travel-tour-the-mid-century-modern-style-home-of-paul-edmunds-and-heather-moore/ ‘We have been expl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/concrete-flower-the-new-collection-from-marianne-fassler/Wed, 09 May 2018 12:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/concrete-flower-the-new-collection-from-marianne-fassler/ Officially launched in late April 2018, Norval Foundation in Cape Town’s Steenberg is a significant cultural centre dedicated to the exhibition of art in a spectacular natural setting. To learn more about an institution that’s already got the world watching, we caught up with executive director Elana Brundyn, founder of Brundyn Gallery and an important member of the inaugural team that launched the Zeitz Museum of Cont]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-minutes-with-norval-foundations-elana-brundyn/Wed, 09 May 2018 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-minutes-with-norval-foundations-elana-brundyn/ first stop, fes
Although flights from Marrakech to Fes are regular, the eight-hour train trip is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hooked-on-morocco/Tue, 08 May 2018 16:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hooked-on-morocco/ 1. modernism meets countryThis fireplace is reflective of the owners’ differing interests; he, a musician and Internet entrepreneur who wanted a modern white box and she, a yoga-practicing mid-wife who wanted a barn with animals. While the overall atmosphere is one of country-living, subtle hints suc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-fireplaces-to-warm-your-hearth-and-heart-from-our-pinterest-boards/Tue, 08 May 2018 14:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-fireplaces-to-warm-your-hearth-and-heart-from-our-pinterest-boards/ ALSO READ: Learn more about Jenny – how and why she became a top chef – in our video profile of here.
1. cauliflower and cumin fritters with cauliflower tahini crèmePrep time: 30 minutes / Cook time: 20]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-a-day-tantalising-veggie-recipes-to-create-at-home/Tue, 08 May 2018 13:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-a-day-tantalising-veggie-recipes-to-create-at-home/ ALSO READ: Learn more about Jenny – how and why she became a top chef – in our video profile of here.
1. cauliflower and cumin fritters with cauliflower tahini crèmePrep time: 30 minutes / Cook time: 20]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-a-day-tantalising-veggie-recipes-to-cook-up-at-home/Tue, 08 May 2018 13:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-a-day-tantalising-veggie-recipes-to-cook-up-at-home/ the abstract bloom
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The abstract bloom design takes an obscure view on the floral trend and gives a more dynamic aesthetic. The design works well on marble tiling and looks beautiful in a kitchen space or bathroom wall.  If you’re feeli]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/verdure-decor-a-fresh-look-at-botanical-trends/Mon, 07 May 2018 14:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/verdure-decor-a-fresh-look-at-botanical-trends/ In our May #HLCraftIssue, Wes created five original recipes that emulate his food philosophies. He chats to HL about cooking, seasonal ingredients, maintaining quality, sustainability and all the things that make his food so ridiculously delicious, unique and superbly crafted.  
ALSO READ: Here’s what a meal at Shortmarket looks like
Chef Wes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/watch-in-the-kitchen-with-wesley-randles/Fri, 04 May 2018 14:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/watch-in-the-kitchen-with-wesley-randles/ An unconventional approach to an age-old practice, but such ground breaking p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/artful-destruction-with-clay-and-ceramic/Fri, 04 May 2018 00:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/artful-destruction-with-clay-and-ceramic/ To get people ready for red-wine season, Alto hosted a showcase of their current vintages. Winemaker Bertho van der Westhuizen explained the story behind each vintage i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/red-delight-alto-wines-showcase-their-vintages/Thu, 03 May 2018 16:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/red-delight-alto-wines-showcase-their-vintages/ Yuppiechef co-founder and Managing Director Andrew Smith says that opening a second store wa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/yuppiechef-to-open-second-store-now-in-gardens-shopping-centre/Thu, 03 May 2018 16:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/yuppiechef-to-open-second-store-now-in-gardens-shopping-centre/ 1. colour
Inject new life into a classic palette with textured, bold and graphic accents in softer versions of the primary hues.
2. materials
Natural wood, tough yet tactile marble and warm metallic additions are are still firm favourites for an understated backdrop in need of a bo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/chefs-table-4-ideas-to-update-your-kitchen/Thu, 03 May 2018 13:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/chefs-table-4-ideas-to-update-your-kitchen/ To celebrate Minenhle’s taste, style and role as a #SHFdefineyourself ambassador, the SHF team shared a luxurious day out with him, spending time at both the Fairmont Zimbali Resort and their gallery in Ballito. There, Minenhle shared his thoughts on identity,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/minenhle-ntuli-is-the-face-of-shf-for-may/Thu, 03 May 2018 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/minenhle-ntuli-is-the-face-of-shf-for-may/ According to statista.com, the number of people working in coworking spaces worldwide has increased from 21 000 in 2010 to an exponential 1 270 000 in 2017. This number]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-coworking-trend-is-changing-everything-we-know-about-office-culture/Wed, 02 May 2018 10:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-coworking-trend-is-changing-everything-we-know-about-office-culture/ ALSO READ: Where to eat in the Midlands? Our pick is La Lampara
the cottage at saint verde
Many design-savvy South Africans are fans of Neville Trickett and his family. So it’s no surprise to discover that a space that has been imagined and put together by them is going to be beautiful, wild and filled with many artefacts y]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-cottage-at-saint-verde/Wed, 02 May 2018 00:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-cottage-at-saint-verde/ ALSO READ: Where to eat in the Midlands? Our pick is La Lampara
the cottage at saint verde
Many design-savvy South Africans are fans of Neville Trickett and his family. So it’s no surprise to discover that a space that has been imagined and put together by them is going to be beautiful, wild and filled with many artefacts y]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/delight-in-the-midlands-from-the-cottage-at-saint-verde/Wed, 02 May 2018 00:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/delight-in-the-midlands-from-the-cottage-at-saint-verde/ Also known as poor man’s crayfish, the monkfish isn’t much to look at. What with its froglike appearance and gaping mouth ringed with sharp teeth, this denizen of the deep is often overlooked in favour of flashier fish. But what it lacks in beauty, it makes up fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-monkfish-mac-nrsquo-cheese-with-pancetta-amp-pangrattato/Mon, 30 Apr 2018 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-monkfish-mac-nrsquo-cheese-with-pancetta-amp-pangrattato/ Architects, Local Studio headed up the refurbishment of the 80-odd year]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/juta-street-a-gallery-of-joburgs-cool-kids-in-polaroids/Mon, 30 Apr 2018 13:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/juta-street-a-gallery-of-joburgs-cool-kids-in-polaroids/ Fred  and Anna Sanders were on the lookout for the right location to build their dream house when they found a parcel of land in the undulating hinterland of the Mornington Peninsula, an hour south of the Australian city of Melbourne. As soon as they drove onto the site, they knew they’d found a place to call home. Almost a hectare in size, the plot was surrounded by national parkland and blessed with sweeping views out to Port Phillip Bay. It]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/colour-by-numbers-a-mornington-grassy-garden-gallery/Thu, 26 Apr 2018 14:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/colour-by-numbers-a-mornington-grassy-garden-gallery/ ‘When we reject the single story, when we realise that there is never a single story about any place, we regain a kind of paradise.’  So ends the famous 2009 TED Talk by writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichi’s titled ‘The danger of a single story’. It’s a talk that’s been revisited many times over the years, and has inspired]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/winter-wonderland-get-lost-in-told-and-untold-stories-at-the-2018-nirox-sculpture-fair/Thu, 26 Apr 2018 10:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/winter-wonderland-get-lost-in-told-and-untold-stories-at-the-2018-nirox-sculpture-fair/ 1. colour
Incorporate new shades into your interior using innovative finishes, such as stained wood, pigmented concrete or even faux grass in vibrant tones.
2. texture
Don’t underestimate the importance of tactile elements in modern surfaces. Fresh takes on stone, timber, tiles an carpets can transform a room in an instant.
3. pattern
Personalising your hom]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/4-contemporary-flooring-trends-that-will-transform-your-home/Tue, 24 Apr 2018 14:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/4-contemporary-flooring-trends-that-will-transform-your-home/ Discover the art of modern craft – organic elements, bright colours and an artful mix of traditional and modern techniques; curated collaborations and craft-centric homes; nat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/modern-craft-traditional-artistry-curated-collaborations-6-reasons-to-read-our-may-hlcraftissue/Tue, 24 Apr 2018 13:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/modern-craft-traditional-artistry-curated-collaborations-6-reasons-to-read-our-may-hlcraftissue/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/watch-mastering-the-art-of-the-victorian-dream-cottage/Mon, 23 Apr 2018 18:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/watch-mastering-the-art-of-the-victorian-dream-cottage/ When you finally make it to a restaurant you’ve heard rave reviews of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/where-to-eat-in-the-midlands-la-lampara/Mon, 23 Apr 2018 15:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/where-to-eat-in-the-midlands-la-lampara/ Perched high up on the mountainside, edged by boulders and fynbos, the multilevel residence that stand]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-great-escape-a-video-tour-of-a-luxury-llandudno-holiday-home/Mon, 23 Apr 2018 15:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-great-escape-a-video-tour-of-a-luxury-llandudno-holiday-home/ Perched high up on the mountainside, edged by boulders and fynbos, the multilevel residence that stand]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-great-escape-a-video-tour-of-a-luxury-llandadno-holiday-home/Mon, 23 Apr 2018 15:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-great-escape-a-video-tour-of-a-luxury-llandadno-holiday-home/ Top local furniture manufacturing company Woodbender is marking its 30th anniversary with the launch of the sleek new Cala chair – all the more reason to celebrate a new milestone. We chatted to co-owner and co-director Shirley Mast about Woodbender’s past, present and future.
as a creative business owner, you have access to the latest international design trends. what are the top tren]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-shirley-mast-of-woodbender/Mon, 23 Apr 2018 11:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-shirley-mast-of-woodbender/ Alon Sachs, co-owner of Mobelli Furniture + Living, shares a few need-to-know layout tips that are sure to make any homeowner  – and their guests – swoon.
to start: measure your living room out
First and foremost,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/perfect-balance-lay-out-your-living-room-like-a-pro/Fri, 20 Apr 2018 15:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/perfect-balance-lay-out-your-living-room-like-a-pro/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/watch-how-to-make-invisible-floating-bookshelves/Fri, 20 Apr 2018 14:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/watch-how-to-make-invisible-floating-bookshelves/ Here are our top picks that will stand the test of time.
1. a solid coffee tableOften the central focus of a living space, a coffee table should be bold enough to stand on its own yet re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/6-timeless-pieces-of-furniture-that-are-always-in-style/Fri, 20 Apr 2018 13:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/6-timeless-pieces-of-furniture-that-are-always-in-style/ Situated in north-eastern Italy between the Adriatic Sea and the Alps is Udine, the city where Patrizia Moroso, the idiosyncratic owner of renowned Italian furniture brand Moroso, has lived for many years. (It’s also where her]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/italy-dreaming-the-bold-design-driven-home-of-patrizia-moroso/Thu, 19 Apr 2018 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/italy-dreaming-the-bold-design-driven-home-of-patrizia-moroso/ Armed with pen and ink everywhere she goes, this fearless Cape Town-based painter and illustrator creates dreamy, much-coveted figurative drawings and paintings. She sat down with us to give us insights into her world. 
nose 
I follow my nose in all my work. My intuition and instinct drive the direction. My ideas come quickly at the beginning of a commission]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-lucie-de-moyencourt/Wed, 18 Apr 2018 14:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-lucie-de-moyencourt/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/street-life-in-jgersborggade-copenhagen/Tue, 17 Apr 2018 11:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/street-life-in-jgersborggade-copenhagen/ Now, Lindt is taking snacking to the next level with its newest range: Fruit Sensation. After Europe, South Africa is the one of the first countries to launch this product. It’s the chocolatier’s answer to the increasing local demand for premium chocolate and dark ch]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-lindt-fruit-sensation-is-a-snacking-delight/Tue, 17 Apr 2018 11:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-lindt-fruit-sensation-is-a-snacking-delight/ blueberry marbled ice cream
Ingredients2 cups fresh blueberries, keeping a few aside for garnish1 cup sugar¼ cup water1T lemon juice1×2L tub of store-bought vanilla ice cream
Met]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cold-front/Fri, 13 Apr 2018 13:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cold-front/ what is 99 Juta – who are the players, and how did it come about?
99 Juta&]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/think-pink-dokter-and-misses-share-their-vision-for-99-juta/Fri, 13 Apr 2018 09:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/think-pink-dokter-and-misses-share-their-vision-for-99-juta/ ‘It never really went anywhere, we were always here. Our purpose was just different,’ says owner David Cope of the new Kloofnek Road locale, who between owning a wine bar, a distribution centre and his own wine label, Alphabetical, has a cult following of wine lovers intent on exploring the world of unusual wines.
Choosing to endorse the increasingly favoured phi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/order-at-the-publik-wine-bar/Thu, 12 Apr 2018 16:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/order-at-the-publik-wine-bar/ This design focus seeks to minimise the negative environmental impact of buildings, achieved through efficiency and moderate use of materials, energy, development space and the ecosystem at large. There are new materials, techniques and ideas that are still in the experim]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-examples-of-incredible-sustainable-architecture/Wed, 11 Apr 2018 09:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-examples-of-incredible-sustainable-architecture/ Viburn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/past-times-an-old-westcliff-garden-is-transformed-into-a-botanical-delight/Tue, 10 Apr 2018 09:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/past-times-an-old-westcliff-garden-is-transformed-into-a-botanical-delight/ where and what did you study and how did you get started in the wine business?
I graduated from Stellenbosch University with a BSc Agriculture in Oenology. I started my career working at small wineries in Roberts]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/meet-backsberg-winemaker-alicia-rechner/Tue, 10 Apr 2018 09:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/meet-backsberg-winemaker-alicia-rechner/ I was born and raised in Mamelodi, Pretoria, moved to Joburg for university and have been living here since. I’m the fou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/style-profile-didi-mogashoa/Tue, 10 Apr 2018 08:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/style-profile-didi-mogashoa/ Prep time: 15 minutes / Cook time: 10 minutes / Serves: 6
Ingredients:
2 quinces, peeled and coredpinch of salt75g white sugar750ml Prosecco or sparkling wine, well chilled250ml soda water
Method
Place quinces and salt into a saucepan and add a cup of water. Cover with a lid and simmer until quince is soft. Add sugar and cook another two or three minu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-delicate-quince-bellinis/Mon, 09 Apr 2018 15:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-delicate-quince-bellinis/ The winning house renovation is House #1, Liezl and Dawie Spangenberg’s modern family home in Victory Park, Johannesburg. Find it on page 22 of the Before& After issue or online, here. 
The winning room renovation is Room #2, Anna and Benjamin Winters’ spa-like bathroom]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/beforeampafter-readerrsquos-renovation-the-results-are-in/Mon, 09 Apr 2018 12:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/beforeampafter-readerrsquos-renovation-the-results-are-in/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-enviable-london-townhouse-of-a-fashion-and-design-maven/Mon, 09 Apr 2018 12:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-enviable-london-townhouse-of-a-fashion-and-design-maven/ Although to some plants bathroom moisture may be too much, there are plants that thrive in a moist environment: high humidity and warmth of the bathroom is what tropical plants thrive off. And for Capetonians in the throes of drought, this is a discerning water-saving way to keep plants beautifying your home. Over and above, it adds a fresh touch to one of the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-plants-that-thrive-in-the-bathroom/Mon, 09 Apr 2018 10:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-plants-that-thrive-in-the-bathroom/ Presided over by the sandstone hills that herald the beginning of the Cederberg, Vensterklip offers guests a selection of self-catering accommodation and camping. Getting its unique name from a rock formation further up the valley that resembles a window cut into the living rock, the guest farm has been a popular]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-breath-of-fresh-air-at-vensterklip-guest-farm/Fri, 06 Apr 2018 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-breath-of-fresh-air-at-vensterklip-guest-farm/ If you’re interested in making your home’s interior look and feel like you are living in Paris, here’re eight French design rules to live by.
1. respect the space
Whether you live in a modern building or an old, historic home, it’s important to respect the space you’r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-design-rules-to-creating-a-chic-interior-inspired-by-the-french-aesthetic/Fri, 06 Apr 2018 11:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-design-rules-to-creating-a-chic-interior-inspired-by-the-french-aesthetic/ Start by thinking about how and when the space will be used, an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/secret-garden-6-outdoor-chill-zones-to-enjoy/Thu, 05 Apr 2018 17:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/secret-garden-6-outdoor-chill-zones-to-enjoy/ herb salad with blueberries and a buttermilk dressingPrep time: 15 minutes / Cook time: 10 minutes / Serves: 4
Ingredients:
2T poppy seed3 spring onions200g snow peas200ml buttermilk2t blossom honey2T lemon juice4t olive oil1 cucumber, sliced lengthwise into thin slices2 handfuls Asian salad greens1 handful red basil2T tarragon2T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/garden-state-3-delicious-recipes-that-make-herbs-the-star/Tue, 03 Apr 2018 16:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/garden-state-3-delicious-recipes-that-make-herbs-the-star/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/combining-design-with-endurance-at-the-tool-room/Tue, 03 Apr 2018 13:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/combining-design-with-endurance-at-the-tool-room/ In the April Kitc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/in-the-kitchen-with-executive-chef-jenny-ward/Tue, 03 Apr 2018 11:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/in-the-kitchen-with-executive-chef-jenny-ward/ Whether she is in the jungles of Ciudad Perdida or the corridors of the United Nations buildings in New York City, Noxi is right at home. Regal a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/noxi-ntshaba-is-the-face-of-shf-for-april/Tue, 03 Apr 2018 10:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/noxi-ntshaba-is-the-face-of-shf-for-april/ On a visit to the rural village of Greyton in the Western Cape, where she’d been looking for a place to transform and later sell, she]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/style-shacks-charlotte-collins-talks-kitchen-decor-inspiration/Tue, 03 Apr 2018 09:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/style-shacks-charlotte-collins-talks-kitchen-decor-inspiration/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-handmade-designer-collar-wear-founder-nicole-reichlin/Thu, 29 Mar 2018 11:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-handmade-designer-collar-wear-founder-nicole-reichlin/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-designer-collar-wear-founder-nicole-reichlin/Thu, 29 Mar 2018 11:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-designer-collar-wear-founder-nicole-reichlin/ The updated island style popular in the chic coastal resorts of such fabled spots as Nassau in the Bahamas was Kim Rowan’s inspiration for the home she shares with her husband, Sean, and son, Hunter, in Mount Edgecombe, Durban. Kim’s a huge fan of style maven India Hicks, whose lifestyle is the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-chic-durban-estate-home-is-inspired-by-the-bahamas/Wed, 28 Mar 2018 13:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-chic-durban-estate-home-is-inspired-by-the-bahamas/ As the newest co-working spot in Cape Town, Tiny Empire combines beautiful design with practicality to create a focused working environment. Housed in a 100-year-old tea warehouse, the building hosts everyone from entrepreneurs to business gurus.
work spaces
Upon entering 37 Buitenkant Street, you’ll find yourself in the Work Lobby, featuring a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/feel-creatively-inspired-at-tiny-empire-a-new-co-working-space-in-cape-town/Wed, 28 Mar 2018 13:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/feel-creatively-inspired-at-tiny-empire-a-new-co-working-space-in-cape-town/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ties-that-bind-a-video-tour-of-a-bishopscourt-farmhouse/Tue, 27 Mar 2018 15:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ties-that-bind-a-video-tour-of-a-bishopscourt-farmhouse/ let summer linger with La Grange
The outdoor furniture collection is a mixture of timeless and innovative designs in a combination of reclaimed teak and extremely durable woven polyethylene elements. La Grange furniture is crafted by highly skilled Bel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/let-summer-linger-with-la-grange/Tue, 27 Mar 2018 14:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/let-summer-linger-with-la-grange/ nature is key
The days of fitted, cookie-cutter kitchens are over. We are seeing a looser arrangement of furniture, with natural materials such as bronze, wood and stone – as well as blue and white ceramics – featuring strongly.
a creatively-charged col]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-read-our-april-kitchen-issue/Tue, 27 Mar 2018 13:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-read-our-april-kitchen-issue/ With eight hectares of organically grown fruit, vegetables, herbs, cut flowers and more than 40 species of edible flowers, it’s exactly what Boschendal’s new owners, led by Sam and Rob Lundie, envisaged in 2013 when they began turning the farm into a socially and environmentally conscious producer of food.
Today, wine grapes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/green-at-heart-boschendals-visionary-food-garden/Tue, 27 Mar 2018 11:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/green-at-heart-boschendals-visionary-food-garden/ walk the medinaThe old, walled city can be a little overwhelming for the first-timer and inevitably you’ll lose your way in the tangle of alleyways. Your best bet for a brief visit is to explore on fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/marrakech-101-practical-tips-for-a-happy-visit/Tue, 27 Mar 2018 11:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/marrakech-101-practical-tips-for-a-happy-visit/ Peter van der Post from Indigenus has applied a progressive approach to his outdoor planters from day one when he launched the brand, injecting new life into what ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/groundwork-indigenus-new-collaborative-ranges/Tue, 27 Mar 2018 10:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/groundwork-indigenus-new-collaborative-ranges/ You can’t help but be drawn to the ochre-coloured gabled house on the edge of the road in a pretty Klein Karoo town under the mountains. It’s the area’s oldest inhabited home, predated only by the museum. Heart-liftingly rural in its simplicity, it has baroque-style holbol gables – that clean-cut Cape Dutch design whose wavy contours alternate between hollowed and rounded – and has been painted the same warm hue as when it was first built in 1854 by a young]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/watch-a-video-tour-of-chef-jacques-erasmus-karoo-home/Mon, 26 Mar 2018 14:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/watch-a-video-tour-of-chef-jacques-erasmus-karoo-home/ ‘I think the one aspect I love about blue and white ceramics the most – apart from the immediate positive stimulation they give me – is their rich and complex history,’ says Michae]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/meeting-mr-chandler/Mon, 26 Mar 2018 12:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/meeting-mr-chandler/ Farmed prolifically in the sheltered waters of Saldanha Bay on the Cape West Coast, the bivalves make for an easy aquaculture crop; ropes are suspended from]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-mediterranean-mussels-with-fennel-thyme-amp-parmesan/Fri, 23 Mar 2018 11:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-mediterranean-mussels-with-fennel-thyme-amp-parmesan/ ‘My dream was always to live in Paris in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-paris-inspired-joburg-home-is-a-dream-in-art-and-design/Thu, 22 Mar 2018 10:02:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-paris-inspired-joburg-home-is-a-dream-in-art-and-design/ I]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/when-architecture-meets-nature-inside-the-new-amazon-spheres/Thu, 22 Mar 2018 09:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/when-architecture-meets-nature-inside-the-new-amazon-spheres/ The fact that Daniel’s good fr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/this-fresnay-apartment-is-three-levels-of-open-plan-perfection/Thu, 22 Mar 2018 09:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/this-fresnay-apartment-is-three-levels-of-open-plan-perfection/ Dream TimeTo create this dreamy result, use a wide, soft brush and make your strokes rounded, organic and cloud-like, deliberately overlapping in places to create this cloud-like texture. It’s most easily achieved using natural paints, washes or suede effects.
Fine LineFor a graphic effect, use timber mouldings to create a simple patt]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/master-strokes-6-paint-ideas-that-will-transform-any-room/Tue, 20 Mar 2018 13:38:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/master-strokes-6-paint-ideas-that-will-transform-any-room/ At an age when most people are retiring, she discovered a calling as a fine artist. She received a Masters degree from the Royal College of Arts in 2017, having won the Young Masters Maylis Grand Ceramics Prize. Now her pieces are in high demand.We spoke to this Renaissance woman at her holiday home in Plettenberg Bay to discuss her latest life, ju]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-forms-sculptor-lucille-lewin-on-her-new-art-journey/Tue, 20 Mar 2018 13:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-forms-sculptor-lucille-lewin-on-her-new-art-journey/ Brainchild of entrepreneurs Ronald Ndoro and Rahim Rawjee, QSL (Quince Street Lofts) Members’ Club was conceived as a way to bring African visionaries together in a place that would move their endeavours forward. The intimate and exclusive club will offer a plethora of lifestyle and business-related amenities – everything you’d need to close a deal, brainstorm a new concept, recharge before a trip or ce]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/join-the-qsl-club/Mon, 19 Mar 2018 15:36:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/join-the-qsl-club/ spier wine farm, stellenbosch
Little can beat the pleasure that dining alfresco can bring. The scent of flowers, the call of birds and a bottle or two of Spier Wine Farm’s excellent Chardonnay Pinot Noir all add to the experience. This popular estate offers day visitors the option of order]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/3-places-in-south-africa-to-enjoy-a-picnic-before-summer-ends/Sun, 18 Mar 2018 23:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/3-places-in-south-africa-to-enjoy-a-picnic-before-summer-ends/ Award-winning South African-based interior design studio Inhouse took on the task of updating this three-bedroomed, double-storey penthouse apartment. We explored its remarkable transformation.
luxury at it]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-atlantic-seaboards-new-fairmont-penthouse-is-luxury-at-its-finest/Fri, 16 Mar 2018 09:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-atlantic-seaboards-new-fairmont-penthouse-is-luxury-at-its-finest/ With a vision to be a physical embodiment of unity, harmony and spirituality, the National Cathedral of Ghana wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/plans-unveiled-for-new-david-adjaye-designed-ghana-national-cathedral/Thu, 15 Mar 2018 10:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/plans-unveiled-for-new-david-adjaye-designed-ghana-national-cathedral/ ALSO READ: The perfect sunny escape in a luxury Spanish villa
global but localFor SAOTA’s first completed Spanish project, Bora Headquarters, a strik]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/triple-threat-a-collaborate-project-between-saota-rys-architects-and-arrcc/Thu, 15 Mar 2018 08:23:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/triple-threat-a-collaborate-project-between-saota-rys-architects-and-arrcc/ the stack
The Stack is a member’s club for Cape Town’s culinary-inclined that features eye-catching design elements. Here, interior expert Sarah Ord has mixed classic oak floors, chandeliers and pressed ceilings with contemporary touches such as linear wallpaper in the Brasserie restaurant and maximalis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-taste-for-design/Wed, 14 Mar 2018 12:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-taste-for-design/ During the time when Johanne Balfour and her family were building their home in Sandton, they rented a house designed by Mid-Century South African architect Norman Eaton. Eaton’s legacy is best summed up as pioneering a kind of Highveld regional modernism – and Johanne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/african-modernity-meets-mid-century-style-in-the-heart-of-sandton/Wed, 14 Mar 2018 12:34:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/african-modernity-meets-mid-century-style-in-the-heart-of-sandton/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-minimalist-mid-century-interior-commands-an-alluring-french-aesthetic/Wed, 14 Mar 2018 08:56:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-minimalist-mid-century-interior-commands-an-alluring-french-aesthetic/ Now in its 10th year, Carne has carved a firm name for itself on Cape Town’s culinary map. You couldn’t possibly talk about the finest (and most unusual) cuts of meat without making special mention of Chef Georgio Nava and his team, who have, over the past decade, consistently created some of the best carnivorous dishes in the city. Incredulous of the fact that it’s been 10 years, House and Leisure paid a visit to Carne to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cape-towns-carne-celebrates-10-years-of-fine-dining/Tue, 13 Mar 2018 23:46:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cape-towns-carne-celebrates-10-years-of-fine-dining/ Local fabric and wallpaper masters, and trusted importers of high-end classic designs, St Leger and Viney has introduced two new UK fabric brands to their already impressive selection. Thanks to St Leger and Viney, internationally renowned labels Blithfield and Bluebellgray will be available in South Africa for the first time.
Largely based in London but with select showrooms in the US and Australia, Blithfield is most noted fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-brands-to-love-at-st-leger-amp-viney/Tue, 13 Mar 2018 23:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-brands-to-love-at-st-leger-amp-viney/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fynbos-rocks-a-gallery-tour-of-artist-nola-mullers-indigenous-cape-garden/Tue, 13 Mar 2018 11:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fynbos-rocks-a-gallery-tour-of-artist-nola-mullers-indigenous-cape-garden/ sticky pork belly with sweet potato
The potato is a hardy crop that doesn’t require much water to su]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/kitchen-savvy-3-recipes-for-waterless-cooking/Tue, 13 Mar 2018 09:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/kitchen-savvy-3-recipes-for-waterless-cooking/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/exploring-the-city-of-art-on-a-shoestring/Mon, 12 Mar 2018 12:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/exploring-the-city-of-art-on-a-shoestring/ Best friends since university, fine artist Banele Khoza and architect-turned- interior-designer Tshepo Sealetsa finish each other’s sentences when they talk. So it was no surprise when the two teamed up to compete alongside fellow creatives in SABC 3’s Win A Home competition, aired on Afternoon Express, and were chosen as two of six finalists who put their combined skills to the test t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/creatives-tshepo-sealetsa-amp-banele-khoza-decorate-a-colour-infused-dream-home/Mon, 12 Mar 2018 08:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/creatives-tshepo-sealetsa-amp-banele-khoza-decorate-a-colour-infused-dream-home/ In celebration of International Women’s Day, meet the female rising stars who are causing a stir on the local creative scene, one project at a time. 
mpho masangothe cook‘My lov]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/presenting-the-next-generation-the-future-is-female/Thu, 08 Mar 2018 14:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/presenting-the-next-generation-the-future-is-female/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/why-leeto-restaurant-in-paternoster-should-be-next-on-your-to-dine-list/Thu, 08 Mar 2018 11:26:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/why-leeto-restaurant-in-paternoster-should-be-next-on-your-to-dine-list/ love me soAfter a rocky entry into the restaurant market as a resultof a controversial name, this rebranded space is bound to become a regular for those who like to build their own ramen bowl. On warmer days, indulge in a super-fresh poke dish, and catch half-price cocktails at 5-7pm from Tuesdays to Saturdays and 1-3pm on Sunday]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-spotlight-on-melville-joburgs-little-bohemia/Wed, 07 Mar 2018 23:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hl-spotlight-on-melville-joburgs-little-bohemia/ New to Work & Co‘s glam office space portfolio is NOVA, a concept workspace – on wheels. Presenting South Africa’s first mobile office pod, you can now conduct meetings, conjure up new ideas and hold brainstorms, plot novel campaigns and inspire innovative concepts while working in the thoughtfully designed pods, parked somewhere beautiful.
Work & Co’s founder and creative director Julie]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/work-amp-corsquos-nova-is-taking-office-culture-to-the-streets/Tue, 06 Mar 2018 23:41:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/work-amp-corsquos-nova-is-taking-office-culture-to-the-streets/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inspiring-sa-star-bonnie-mbuli-shares-her-take-on-urban-living-in-cape-town/Tue, 06 Mar 2018 23:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inspiring-sa-star-bonnie-mbuli-shares-her-take-on-urban-living-in-cape-town/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/luke-dale-roberts-introduces-water-saving-dining-to-the-test-kitchen/Mon, 05 Mar 2018 23:25:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/luke-dale-roberts-introduces-water-saving-dining-to-the-test-kitchen/ Le Creuset has launched its new Baby Collection and it’s the perfect gift for parents celebrating their new arrival. It’s arguably the cutest stoneware for little ones on the market – so cute that meal and snack times can now be exciting.
Whether a gift at a baby shower, or for moms and dads in the throngs of messy mealtimes, the range is functional, adorable and beautiful. The pieces can be displa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/le-creuset-welcomes-its-first-ever-baby-collection-and-its-adorable/Mon, 05 Mar 2018 23:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/le-creuset-welcomes-its-first-ever-baby-collection-and-its-adorable/ Together with the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Save Our Species, the French tennis brand has created and already sold out a limited collection of white polo shirts –]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/lacoste-replaces-its-iconic-logo-temporarily-to-benefit-10-endangered-species/Mon, 05 Mar 2018 10:49:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/lacoste-replaces-its-iconic-logo-temporarily-to-benefit-10-endangered-species/ In our March 2018 Compact Living issue, find five more scintillating sandwiches, including salty lime prawn rolls, pork banh mi and Greek lamb and chickpea pitas with labneh. Shop the issue online here. 
dairy-free superfood ice-cream sandwiches and almond milk
Recipe Heidi van LoggerenbergServes 6]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/slice-of-nice-the-age-of-the-legacy-sandwich/Mon, 05 Mar 2018 10:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/slice-of-nice-the-age-of-the-legacy-sandwich/ Reminiscent of a bygone age of gracious living, the Green Point home of museum curator Christopher Peter, curator-director of the Irma Stern Museum in Cape Town, is a glorious celebration of a cherished life. In this House and Leisure one-on-one exclusive, Christopher talks art, gallery walls and personal taste. 
In our March 2018 Compact Living issue, we explore each of the rooms in Christopher&rsq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/curator-christopher-peter-gives-insight-into-his-art-immersed-cape-town-home/Mon, 05 Mar 2018 10:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/curator-christopher-peter-gives-insight-into-his-art-immersed-cape-town-home/ The word ‘bonsai’ comprises]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/small-wonders-fostering-the-art-of-bonsai/Mon, 05 Mar 2018 08:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/small-wonders-fostering-the-art-of-bonsai/ 6AM Projects’ locally produced range of offerings helps you do just that by giving you the resources to design and redefine your environment in your own signature style. The team]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/win-prizes-to-the-value-of-8-000-rand-from-6am-projects/Sun, 04 Mar 2018 23:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/win-prizes-to-the-value-of-8-000-rand-from-6am-projects/ eco-friendly
Decorated Bali-style and ultra-ecofriendly (a term that actually makes sense in Copenhagen) is Axel Guldsmeden. It’s located in the hip Vesterbro area, a short walk from the bars and restaurants of the revitalised Meatpacking District.the designer pad
SP34 is another des]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/soak-up-the-hygge-at-one-of-these-copenhagen-hotels/Fri, 02 Mar 2018 13:12:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/soak-up-the-hygge-at-one-of-these-copenhagen-hotels/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fashion-statement-a-video-tour-of-klk-cgdt-designers-eclectic-apartment/Fri, 02 Mar 2018 12:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fashion-statement-a-video-tour-of-klk-cgdt-designers-eclectic-apartment/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fashion-statement-a-video-tour-of-designers-malcolm-kluk-and-christiaan-gabriel-du-toits-eclectic-apartment/Fri, 02 Mar 2018 12:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fashion-statement-a-video-tour-of-designers-malcolm-kluk-and-christiaan-gabriel-du-toits-eclectic-apartment/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/vicki-sleets-home-renovation-an-instagram-story/Fri, 02 Mar 2018 12:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/vicki-sleets-home-renovation-an-instagram-story/ As a local jewellery designer, Geraldine Fenn is well placed to have an opinion on the latest trends in style and adornment. When it comes to fine jewellery, Geraldine believes that trends are vapid, although she acknowledges that they do affect the buying behaviour and taste of the consumer. Here, she weighs in with some of the trends that are already permeating the world of accessories, as well as a few of her own predictions concerning]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-local-designer-weighs-in-on-the-biggest-jewellery-trends-for-2018/Thu, 01 Mar 2018 11:46:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-local-designer-weighs-in-on-the-biggest-jewellery-trends-for-2018/ Image credit: supplied
Franschhoek’s La Clé Country Lodge is an elegant escape in wine country
With five double en suite bedrooms, light and bright inte]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/franschhoeks-la-cl-country-lodge-is-an-elegant-escape-in-wine-country/Wed, 28 Feb 2018 11:04:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/franschhoeks-la-cl-country-lodge-is-an-elegant-escape-in-wine-country/ She now works under the label OHNO, making what she refers to as functional art, one aspect of which is ceramic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/multidisciplinary-artist-ohno-is-making-delightful-functional-art/Tue, 27 Feb 2018 23:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/multidisciplinary-artist-ohno-is-making-delightful-functional-art/ Th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/missibaba-founder-chloe-townsends-new-gig-a-fine-artist/Tue, 27 Feb 2018 23:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/missibaba-founder-chloe-townsends-new-gig-a-fine-artist/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/win-a-2-night-stay-for-4-people-at-the-last-word-constantia-worth-41-000-rand/Tue, 27 Feb 2018 11:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/win-a-2-night-stay-for-4-people-at-the-last-word-constantia-worth-41-000-rand/ Recipe: Herb-stuffed Silverfish
Also known as carpenter, Kapenaar and doppie, the silverfish is considered a sustainable option only if caught using the traditional linefishing method of rod and reel. The alternative method of inshore trawl-netting often results in the by-catch of seabirds and other marine species such as sharks, rays and endangered fish. When buying fish like this one, always purchase from a reputable fishmonger or fisherman and ask how the fish was cau]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-herb-stuffed-silverfish/Mon, 26 Feb 2018 15:52:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-herb-stuffed-silverfish/ Recipe: Herb-stuffed Silver Fish
Also known as carpenter, kapenaar and doppie, the silver fish is only considered to be a sustainable option if caught using the traditional linefishing method of rod and reel. The alternative method of inshore trawl netting often results in the bycatch of seabirds and other marine species such as sharks, rays and endangered fish. When buying fish like this one, always purchase from a reputable fishmonger or fisherman and ask how the fish]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-herb-stuffed-silver-fish/Mon, 26 Feb 2018 15:52:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/recipe-herb-stuffed-silver-fish/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/this-25-year-old-egyptian-designer-is-challenging-the-status-quo-through-design/Mon, 26 Feb 2018 08:34:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/this-25-year-old-egyptian-designer-is-challenging-the-status-quo-through-design/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/this-22-year-old-egyptian-designer-is-challenging-the-status-quo-through-design/Mon, 26 Feb 2018 08:34:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/this-22-year-old-egyptian-designer-is-challenging-the-status-quo-through-design/ Although there are those who say living in small spaces isn’t easy: it’s not comfortable, there’s not enough storage, it’s claustrophobic and you can’t quite have that expansive rug or L-Shaped couch in coal leather you’ve always dreamed off. In our March 2018 issue, however, we prove those assumptions wrong. Featuring four micro homes that may be small in size, are big in personality. F]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/6-reasons-to-get-your-hands-on-our-2018-compact-living-issue/Sun, 25 Feb 2018 23:43:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/6-reasons-to-get-your-hands-on-our-2018-compact-living-issue/ By the time it was complete, she was under its spell. ‘There’s a large lucky]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-out-a-linear-joburg-home-mixes-tropical-modernism-with-mid-century-style/Sun, 25 Feb 2018 23:20:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-out-a-linear-joburg-home-mixes-tropical-modernism-with-mid-century-style/ After another day of inspiring words from some of the globes most influential and thought-provoking creatives and intellectuals, that’s a wrap on Design Indaba 2018. Here’re the moments today that stood out most.
READ MORE: Highlights Day 1; Highlights Day 2
Martha Cotton
Martha leads design research for Fjord N]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-indaba-2018-day-3/Sat, 24 Feb 2018 10:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-indaba-2018-day-3/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-joburg-comedians-insider-tips-for-comedy-the-city/Thu, 22 Feb 2018 19:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-joburg-comedians-insider-tips-for-comedy-the-city/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-joburg-comedians-insider-tips-for-comedy-in-the-the-city/Thu, 22 Feb 2018 19:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-joburg-comedians-insider-tips-for-comedy-in-the-the-city/ All images: Stephen Makin
The South African Potter Making Tableware For London’s Trendiest Restaurants
Her next oppo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-south-african-potter-making-tableware-for-londons-trendiest-restaurants/Thu, 22 Feb 2018 19:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-south-african-potter-making-tableware-for-londons-trendiest-restaurants/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-the-garden-of-babylonstoren-by-franchesca-watson-and-heidi-bertish/Thu, 22 Feb 2018 19:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-the-garden-of-babylonstoren-by-franchesca-watson-and-heidi-bertish/ Delivered on stage at this year’s Conference, held at Artscape Theatre, here’re the highlights, most poignant, refreshing and interesting moments from Day Two.
Azusa Murakami & Alexander Groves
SWINE (Super Wide Interdisciplinary New Explorers) is a collaboration between Japanese Architect Azusa Murakami and British Artist Alexander Groves. Together, the hus]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-indaba-2018-day-2/Thu, 22 Feb 2018 16:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-indaba-2018-day-2/ Field guide Eugene Jansen van Rensburg crouches down and hands my daughter Charlotte (who is four) a perfect ball of poo. She promptly puts it in her pocket as ‘treasure’, then about five seconds later, it’s b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/explore-gondwana-game-reserves-ulubisi-house/Wed, 21 Feb 2018 23:38:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/explore-gondwana-game-reserves-ulubisi-house/ The Conference features a highly anticipated curated line-up of design thinkers, artists, exhibitions]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-indaba-2018-day-1/Wed, 21 Feb 2018 21:36:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-indaba-2018-day-1/ Image credit: rawpixel.com on Unsplash
water-wise plant trends for 2018
‘Water-wise]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/water-wise-plant-trends-for-2018/Wed, 21 Feb 2018 10:26:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/water-wise-plant-trends-for-2018/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/seeing-ourselves-in-an-archive-of-african-film/Wed, 21 Feb 2018 09:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/seeing-ourselves-in-an-archive-of-african-film/ The NEXT18 Trade Exhibition,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/next18-celebrates-and-showcases-33-leading-south-african-designers/Wed, 21 Feb 2018 08:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/next18-celebrates-and-showcases-33-leading-south-african-designers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/europes-first-design-food-court-kantini-is-an-instagram-dream/Wed, 21 Feb 2018 08:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/europes-first-design-food-court-kantini-is-an-instagram-dream/ It might not be an official require]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/europes-first-design-food-court-is-an-instagram-dream/Wed, 21 Feb 2018 08:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/europes-first-design-food-court-is-an-instagram-dream/ Ingredients
For the honey infusion
fynbos honey (or any honey)
buchu flowers (Agathosma stenopetala or Agathosma crenulata)
For the herbed goats’ cheese
1T parsley
2 basil leaves
2 sage leaves
½ log of soft goats’ cheese
salt and pepper
For the tempura
tulips
pansies
violets
marigolds
basil leaves
sa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fresh-flower-amp-herb-tempura/Mon, 19 Feb 2018 23:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fresh-flower-amp-herb-tempura/ ‘The best way to predict the future,’ wrote legendary design thinker and innovator Richard Buckminster Fuller, ‘is to design it.’ And that’s precisely what Design Indaba (DI) did in the mid-1990s as the Cape Town-based conference provided much-needed inspiration and ideas to South Africa’s creative community. Soon, the Indaba expanded from an annual conference into the Design Indaba Expo, which acted as a product showcase for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-indaba-2018-a-new-year-of-designing-change/Mon, 19 Feb 2018 10:34:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-indaba-2018-a-new-year-of-designing-change/ Naidoo meets with each potential speaker personally before confirming them for the line-up, no matter where they hail from. In most cases, the Design Indaba team plans the speaker list two to three years in advance, so you k]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-6-speakers-at-design-indaba-2018-were-looking-forward-to-most/Sun, 18 Feb 2018 23:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-6-speakers-at-design-indaba-2018-were-looking-forward-to-most/ This year marks the sixth]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-cape-town-art-week-2018/Thu, 15 Feb 2018 23:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-cape-town-art-week-2018/ The Accidentally Wes Anderson Instagram account is interior inspiration deluxe_________________________ Central Fire Station | Marfa, Texas | c.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-accidentally-wes-anderson-instagram-account-is-interior-inspiration-deluxe/Thu, 15 Feb 2018 11:25:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-accidentally-wes-anderson-instagram-account-is-interior-inspiration-deluxe/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/diy-goes-high-fashion-with-hermes-hardware/Thu, 15 Feb 2018 11:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/diy-goes-high-fashion-with-hermes-hardware/ The official presidential portraits of the Obamas are striking and significant
Barack Obama by Kehinde Wiley
The portrait was painted by the New York-based artist Kehinde Wiley celebrated in the contem]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-official-presidential-portraits-of-the-obamas-are-striking-and-significant/Wed, 14 Feb 2018 14:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-official-presidential-portraits-of-the-obamas-are-striking-and-significant/ Aspire Art Auctions’ first house-contents sale raises almost R15 millionA post shared by Aspire Art Auctions (@aspireartauctions) on Feb 8, 2018 at 9:53pm PSTHouse and Leisure was among the guests at this i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/aspire-art-auctions-first-house-contents-sale-raises-almost-r15-million/Tue, 13 Feb 2018 15:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/aspire-art-auctions-first-house-contents-sale-raises-almost-r15-million/ Friends, family, strangers, other artists and his everyday surroundings inspire Bryce the most, without him consciously realising it.
You could be the next face of SHF
You could be next to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bryce-henderson-is-the-face-of-shf-for-february/Tue, 13 Feb 2018 09:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bryce-henderson-is-the-face-of-shf-for-february/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-botanical-bar-in-cape-town-focuses-on-locally-made-spirits/Mon, 12 Feb 2018 13:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-botanical-bar-in-cape-town-focuses-on-locally-made-spirits/ American company Pantone introduced its colour-matching system in the 1960s as a way to standardise colours in the graphic design and printing industries by giving each shade a code. Hedvig Astrom is an art director who creates Pantone smoothies, and we want to taste them all.
A delicious idea: Hedvig Astrom is an art director who makes Pantone smoothies
Since the ’60s, the Pantone brand has become widely popular in broader cul]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hedvig-astrom-is-an-art-director-who-creates-pantone-smoothies/Mon, 12 Feb 2018 08:36:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hedvig-astrom-is-an-art-director-who-creates-pantone-smoothies/ Noreen Dunzo’s own story began as a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/noreen-dunzo-introduces-something-sweet-to-outrage-of-modesty/Mon, 12 Feb 2018 08:35:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/noreen-dunzo-introduces-something-sweet-to-outrage-of-modesty/ Janse & Co: a curated taste
All images: Georgia East
Janse & Co has brought Chef Arno’s signature style of fine dining to the city, and is centrally located in a large, open space that was once occupied by YUZU Kitchen & Bar. Boasting meticulous attention to detail, each dish encapsu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/janse-amp-co-a-curated-taste/Mon, 12 Feb 2018 08:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/janse-amp-co-a-curated-taste/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/khokho-bags-are-putting-luxury-african-craftmanship-on-the-world-stage/Mon, 12 Feb 2018 08:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/khokho-bags-are-putting-luxury-african-craftmanship-on-the-world-stage/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-joburg-tour-guides-insider-tips-for-the-city/Thu, 08 Feb 2018 15:12:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-joburg-tour-guides-insider-tips-for-the-city/ Artist: Banele Khoza
Bringing the New – a Q&A with SMITH gallery’s Jana Terblanche
Gallery manager/curator at]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bringing-the-new-ndash-a-qampa-with-smith-galleryrsquos-jana-terblanche/Thu, 08 Feb 2018 12:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bringing-the-new-ndash-a-qampa-with-smith-galleryrsquos-jana-terblanche/ The Tuna Queen Poke Bowl
Ready-to-cook meal service UCOOK has teamed up wit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/ucook-x-hokey-poke-is-bringing-diy-poke-bowls-to-your-kitchen/Thu, 08 Feb 2018 12:26:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/ucook-x-hokey-poke-is-bringing-diy-poke-bowls-to-your-kitchen/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/willowlamp-has-big-and-small-plans-for-2018/Thu, 08 Feb 2018 12:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/willowlamp-has-big-and-small-plans-for-2018/ Alexis Christodoulou Designs Spaces You Wish Existed
All images: Al]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/alexis-christodoulou-designs-spaces-you-wish-existed/Thu, 08 Feb 2018 12:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/alexis-christodoulou-designs-spaces-you-wish-existed/ Review: Candice Breitz’s Love StoryLove Story, 2016 [TRAILER] by Candice Breitz on Vimeo, featuring actress Julianne Moore]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/review-candice-breitzs-love-story/Wed, 07 Feb 2018 16:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/review-candice-breitzs-love-story/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/follow-the-story-of-an-instagram-home-renovation/Wed, 07 Feb 2018 14:06:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/follow-the-story-of-an-instagram-home-renovation/ All images: The Home Studio
The Home Studio Offers Tailored Interior Design By The Hour
Founded by interior desi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-home-studio-offers-tailored-interior-design-by-the-hour/Wed, 07 Feb 2018 10:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-home-studio-offers-tailored-interior-design-by-the-hour/ Husband and wife Reed and Delphine Krakoff are synonymous with great design. Reed, the former executive creative director of Coach, and Delphine, the principal of Pamplemousse Design, often join forces to create impressive interiors. Their collaborative work has been featured in magazines and online, and for the first time, the pair has released a beautiful coffee-table book – Houses That We Dreamt Of: The]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-houses-that-we-dreamt-of-the-interiors-of-delphine-amp-reed-krakoff/Mon, 05 Feb 2018 14:56:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-houses-that-we-dreamt-of-the-interiors-of-delphine-amp-reed-krakoff/ Sustainable fashion brand EDUN opens a pop-up store in Cape TownEDUN builds long-term, sustainable growth opportunities by partnering with artisans, manufacturers and community-bas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sustainable-fashion-brand-edun-opens-a-pop-up-store-in-cape-town/Mon, 05 Feb 2018 14:52:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sustainable-fashion-brand-edun-opens-a-pop-up-store-in-cape-town/ Terrence Caviar’s Towers Series
Michelle Maguire’s grandfather’s balancing act was the inspiration behind Terrence Caviar’s Towers series.
Their highly creative personal photo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/terrence-caviars-towers-series/Fri, 02 Feb 2018 13:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/terrence-caviars-towers-series/ South African National Beer Day is a countrywide initiative taking place on Saturday 3 February 2018. It will be covering everything beer-related, and anyone can join in. Keep updated by followi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/on-the-hop-for-south-african-national-beer-day/Fri, 02 Feb 2018 13:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/on-the-hop-for-south-african-national-beer-day/ Locally, the flower has inspired the name of a zine self-published by Cape Town creatives Jade Paton and Cynthia Fan. Inspired equally by flowers a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-carnation-zine-celebrates-flowers-and-travel/Thu, 01 Feb 2018 15:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-carnation-zine-celebrates-flowers-and-travel/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/darwins-hunch-science-race-and-the-search-for-human-origins-by-christa-kuljian/Thu, 01 Feb 2018 15:25:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/darwins-hunch-science-race-and-the-search-for-human-origins-by-christa-kuljian/ I am a bit of a collector, so auctions revert me to a childlike state. Like a kid in a candy store, I’m faced with two scenarios: exert some self-control or end up broke with diabetes. If you are even vaguely interested in art, antiques or furniture then auctions are for you. They’re particularly great for buying pieces that you might not even come across in shops, at really good prices. In fact, I believe that auctions are the way forward in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/auctions-are-the-way-forward-in-2018/Thu, 01 Feb 2018 15:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/auctions-are-the-way-forward-in-2018/ Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/exploring-the-constantia-wine-valley/Thu, 01 Feb 2018 15:06:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/exploring-the-constantia-wine-valley/ 5 Fresh Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day
1 Houseplants instead of roses
 Arguably, long-stemmed red roses on Valentine’s Day are a tad overplayed. While (other) fresh flowers are always welcome as a sweet-smelling token of love and appreciation, in a week or so the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-fresh-ways-to-celebrate-valentines-day/Thu, 01 Feb 2018 10:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-fresh-ways-to-celebrate-valentines-day/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mobelli-furniture-living-opens-an-indoor-furniture-showroom/Wed, 31 Jan 2018 14:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mobelli-furniture-living-opens-an-indoor-furniture-showroom/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/travel-japan-three-ways-with-this-guide/Wed, 31 Jan 2018 13:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/travel-japan-three-ways-with-this-guide/ Flavours abound at Sorbetiere
Although there is a wide range of options that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cape-towns-sorbetiere-will-make-a-sorbet-lover-out-of-you/Thu, 25 Jan 2018 11:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cape-towns-sorbetiere-will-make-a-sorbet-lover-out-of-you/ In the ultimate guide to home renovations, we consult two industry experts, gallerist and interior designer Dylan Thomaz and stylist Charlotte Collins, for their insider advice and handy tips. Discover all you need to know about renovations in our #HLRenoIssue – on shelves now!
Dylan Thomaz’s Renovation TipsWhat are your top 3 tips for renovating a space?
1. Always apply the 80/20 rule when looking at what needs to be done versus the nice-to-haves.2. Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/top-tips-from-2-pro-renovators/Wed, 24 Jan 2018 14:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/top-tips-from-2-pro-renovators/ Inside the bedroom of Liam MooneyWhat’s your]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-the-bedroom-of-interior-designer-liam-mooney/Tue, 23 Jan 2018 15:49:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-the-bedroom-of-interior-designer-liam-mooney/ It’s easy to see why Barcelona has so much appeal. Whether you’re admiring works of art and design, swimming in the warm Mediterranean or tasting delectable flavours on a tapas walk, this seaside city pulses both day and night. It gets under your skin in the best way imaginable. Here’s our two-day guide to making the most of this metro-beach destination.
Day one
Gaudí GazingThe Sagrada Família Basilica – famous Catalan arc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/make-the-best-of-barcelona-with-our-two-day-travel-guide/Tue, 23 Jan 2018 15:42:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/make-the-best-of-barcelona-with-our-two-day-travel-guide/ Inside the bedroom of Tessa HoldingWhat’s your most cherished i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-the-bedroom-of-tessa-holding/Tue, 23 Jan 2018 15:36:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-the-bedroom-of-tessa-holding/ Deodar House
This inaugural sale will be realised through a hugely eclectic and stylish range of fine art, furniture, decorative arts, watches, jewellery and wine, with the entire proceeds of the auction being donated to seed a dedicated South African Le]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/aspire-art-auctions-unveils-a-truly-unique-house-content-sale/Tue, 23 Jan 2018 15:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/aspire-art-auctions-unveils-a-truly-unique-house-content-sale/ The Arderne Gardens in Cape Town’s ‘wedding tree’, a Moreton Bay fig (Ficus macrophylla).
We were warned about Cape Town’s Arderne Gardens at school in the ’80s. ‘Stay away from the fence,’ our teachers said of the adjoining property, ‘and no shortcuts through the gardens, girls.’ Occasionally we were taken on outings into that shadowy, mysterious place, to play hide-and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/walk-among-giants-in-claremonts-arderne-gardens/Tue, 23 Jan 2018 15:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/walk-among-giants-in-claremonts-arderne-gardens/ When Gucci released its first homeware collection midway through last year, we thought we couldn’t love the Italian fashion house more – but Gucci has surprised us once again. The reopening of the newly curated Gucci Museo in Florence’s historic Palazzo della Mercanzia introduced the world’s most covetable gift shop. ‘I wanted to buy something walking through it just now,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-new-gucci-garden-in-florence-showcases-guccis-decor-line/Tue, 23 Jan 2018 12:36:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-new-gucci-garden-in-florence-showcases-guccis-decor-line/ Inside the bedroom of Amanda DilimaWhat’s your most cherished item in your bedroom?
My mirror above my vani]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-the-bedroom-of-amanda-dilima/Tue, 23 Jan 2018 10:35:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-the-bedroom-of-amanda-dilima/ aluminium doors & windows
Eurostyle (CT), Andre Morgenrood, 021-552-8092, eurostyle.co.za
architects
Architectonique (CT), Steve Mellet, 021-979-3946, stevemellet@gmail.comGASS Architecture Studios (JHB), Lizelle McLean, 082-495-9551, lm@gass.co.za, gass.co.zaGrobler Architects (CT), Clinton and Diana Grobler, 021-9]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ultimate-black-book-for-renovations/Mon, 22 Jan 2018 14:08:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ultimate-black-book-for-renovations/ Located in the heart of Kramerville’s home-decor d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/joburgs-new-handles-inc-store-is-a-must-see-for-home-decor-lovers/Mon, 22 Jan 2018 14:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/joburgs-new-handles-inc-store-is-a-must-see-for-home-decor-lovers/ Milk, cream, butter and eggs. They sound like the makings of a perfect dessert, and have done for many years. But as predictions for 2018’s food trends start appearing, it’s clear that the wave of veganism sweeping the culinary world is here to stay. And it’s set to turn the world of patisserie (and all things sweet) completely upside down, with a wave of vegan dessert foods.
With a bigger global push towar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-ways-you-can-incorporate-the-vegan-dessert-food-trend-in-your-kitchen/Mon, 22 Jan 2018 13:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-ways-you-can-incorporate-the-vegan-dessert-food-trend-in-your-kitchen/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/this-kwazulu-natal-home-is-in-complete-equilibrium/Mon, 22 Jan 2018 13:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/this-kwazulu-natal-home-is-in-complete-equilibrium/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/coco-safar-offers-an-all-encompassing-coffee-experience-in-sea-point/Mon, 22 Jan 2018 10:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/coco-safar-offers-an-all-encompassing-coffee-experience-in-sea-point/ Our 2018 Before&After Collector’s Issue is packed with adventurous families who did more than just dream about a new space. The homeowners whose renovation projects are featured in this special Before&After collector’s edition all transformed their lives by building new spaces that demand new narratives.
The idea that we are able to curate our lives based on our whims and lifestyle trends is an exciting one. There is something really magical about plott]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-get-your-hands-on-our-2018-beforeampafter-collectorrsquos-renovation-issue/Mon, 22 Jan 2018 09:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-get-your-hands-on-our-2018-beforeampafter-collectorrsquos-renovation-issue/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/4-recipes-for-the-ultimate-at-home-poke/Fri, 19 Jan 2018 14:27:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/4-recipes-for-the-ultimate-at-home-poke/ The Heritage Heroes
The AnchormanThe Anchorman is named for Nederburg’s founder, Philippus Wolvaart. He bought the farm in 1791 and planted Chenin blanc, amongst other varietals. The Ancho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/nederburgs-heritage-heroes-collection-honours-its-founders/Fri, 19 Jan 2018 11:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/nederburgs-heritage-heroes-collection-honours-its-founders/ What happens when you combine an iconic heritage building with the hospitality nous and design brilliance of Nick Jones, the man who founded Soho House? A luxurious new venue that houses nine restaurants, six private events spaces, a spa, a gym, a members’ club and 252 hotel rooms. And did we mention that it’s located slap bang in the middle of London’s most prestigious business district? Welcome to The Ned.A careful renovation
It all began in 2012, when]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ned-is-londons-most-luxurious-new-venue/Fri, 19 Jan 2018 11:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ned-is-londons-most-luxurious-new-venue/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/where-to-satisfy-your-poke-cravings-in-sa/Fri, 19 Jan 2018 11:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/where-to-satisfy-your-poke-cravings-in-sa/ There’s more to building a structure than bricks and mortar. From a house made from mirrors to one squeezed in between two buildings, we explore a few of the most unusual homes around the world.
Transparent House, Tokyo, JapanThis completely see-through house in Tokyo is made entirely from glass. Inspired by our ancient predecessors who lived in trees, Sou Fujimoto Architects chose to replicate life in the forest through connectedness and a comp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/7-of-the-most-unusual-homes-around-the-world/Fri, 19 Jan 2018 11:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/7-of-the-most-unusual-homes-around-the-world/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/ardmore-ceramics-presents-a-new-exhibition-focused-on-voyages/Fri, 19 Jan 2018 11:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/ardmore-ceramics-presents-a-new-exhibition-focused-on-voyages/ Plant it yourself: how to make your own bonsai
You could get a really lovely ready-made mini tree from a nursery or upmarket retailer’s flower section, but if you have a Sunday (and the patience) to spare, why not give it a go yourself?
You will need:A tree sapling (depending on the tree this can be anywhere fr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/plant-it-yourself-how-to-make-your-own-bonsai/Fri, 19 Jan 2018 11:06:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/plant-it-yourself-how-to-make-your-own-bonsai/ The winners of the House and Leisure Before & After competition will receive a trip for two to Thailand for a 5-star break. Incredible prizes are up for grabs by 13 lucky readers, just by voting for their favourite reader’s home or room renovation. Prizes in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-room-5/Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-room-5/ The winners of the House and Leisure Before & After competition will receive a trip for two to Thailand for a 5-star break. Incredible prizes are up for grabs by 13 lucky readers, just by voting for their favourite reader’s home or room renovation. Prizes in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-room-4/Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:44:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-room-4/ The winners of the House and Leisure Before & After competition will receive a trip for two to Thailand for a 5-star break. Incredible prizes are up for grabs by 13 lucky readers, just by voting for their favourite reader’s home or room renovation. Prizes in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-room-3/Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:43:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-room-3/ The winners of the House and Leisure Before & After competition will receive a trip for two to Thailand for a 5-star break. Incredible prizes are up for grabs by 13 lucky readers, just by voting for their favourite reader’s home or room renovation. Prizes in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-room-2/Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-room-2/ The winners of the House and Leisure Before & After competition will receive a trip for two to Thailand for a 5-star break. Incredible prizes are up for grabs by 13 lucky readers, just by voting for their favourite reader’s home or room renovation. Prizes in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-room-1/Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-room-1/ The winners of the House and Leisure Before & After competition will receive a trip for two to Thailand for a 5-star break. Incredible prizes are up for grabs by 13 lucky readers, just by voting for their favourite reader’s home or room renovation. Prizes in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-house-7/Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:26:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-house-7/ The winners of the House and Leisure Before & After competition will receive a trip for two to Thailand for a 5-star break. Incredible prizes are up for grabs by 13 lucky readers, just by voting for their favourite reader’s home or room renovation. Prizes in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-house-6/Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:26:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-house-6/ The winners of the House and Leisure Before & After competition will receive a trip for two to Thailand for a 5-star break. Incredible prizes are up for grabs by 13 lucky readers, just by voting for their favourite reader’s home or room renovation. Prizes in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-house-5/Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:25:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-house-5/ The winners of the House and Leisure Before & After competition will receive a trip for two to Thailand for a 5-star break. Incredible prizes are up for grabs by 13 lucky readers, just by voting for their favourite reader’s home or room renovation. Prizes in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-house-4/Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:23:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-house-4/ The winners of the House and Leisure Before & After competition will receive a trip for two to Thailand for a 5-star break. Incredible prizes are up for grabs by 13 lucky readers, just by voting for their favourite reader’s home or room renovation. Prizes in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-house-3/Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-house-3/ The winners of the House and Leisure Before & After competition will receive a trip for two to Thailand for a 5-star break. Incredible prizes are up for grabs by 13 lucky readers, just by voting for their favourite reader’s home or room renovation. Prizes in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-house-2/Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-house-2/ The winners of the House and Leisure Before & After competition will receive a trip for two to Thailand for a 5-star break. Incredible prizes are up for grabs by 13 lucky readers, just by voting for their favourite reader’s home or room renovation. Prizes in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-house-1/Wed, 17 Jan 2018 13:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-before-amp-after-2018-house-1/ Empower Shack in Khayelitsha Nominated For Prestigious British]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/empower-shack-in-khayelitsha-nominated-for-prestigious-british-architecture-award/Tue, 16 Jan 2018 15:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/empower-shack-in-khayelitsha-nominated-for-prestigious-british-architecture-award/ The section of the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-reacquainted-with-nature-at-rocherpan-reserve/Tue, 16 Jan 2018 15:03:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-reacquainted-with-nature-at-rocherpan-reserve/ From repurposed water towers to artfully constructed shipping container homes, people around the world are living more creatively, moving away from traditional brick and mortar toward spaces that make use of their surroundings and blend into nature. Building a home in a non-traditional structure or location can seem like an unusual and painstaking task, but these gorgeous spaces prove that it’s worth the effort, offering inspiration]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/stay-creatively-around-the-world/Tue, 16 Jan 2018 15:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/stay-creatively-around-the-world/ Carnations are cool in 2018
According to Wikipedia, ‘Dianthus caryophyllus, also know as the ca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/carnations-are-cool-in-2018/Tue, 16 Jan 2018 14:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/carnations-are-cool-in-2018/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/if-you-like-brunch-youll-love-this-brunch-recipe-book/Tue, 16 Jan 2018 10:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/if-you-like-brunch-youll-love-this-brunch-recipe-book/ Walk along Kloof Road in Clifton, Cape Town, and you’ll notice that there’s one house where the joggers, dog walkers and strollers tend to slow, stop and gather for a chat. ‘Clifton doesn’t have the typical suburban setup where people just drive. There’s a lot of foot traffic a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/earth-meets-sky-in-this-clifton-home/Mon, 15 Jan 2018 14:07:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/earth-meets-sky-in-this-clifton-home/ Waste not want not with these 3 root-to-s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/waste-not-want-not-with-these-3-root-to-stem-recipes/Mon, 15 Jan 2018 13:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/waste-not-want-not-with-these-3-root-to-stem-recipes/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cajun-style-chorizo-and-shrimp-burger-with-caramelised-garlic-aoli/Fri, 12 Jan 2018 15:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cajun-style-chorizo-and-shrimp-burger-with-caramelised-garlic-aoli/ Go off the grid with these alfresco recipes
Charred Tomato and Onion SalsaIngredients400g mini Rosa tomatoes1 small red onion, peeled and cut into 8 wedges1 red chilli, or to tasteA handful of fresh coriander, choppedZest and juice of 1 limeSalt and pepper, to taste
M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/go-off-the-grid-with-these-alfresco-recipes/Fri, 12 Jan 2018 15:19:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/go-off-the-grid-with-these-alfresco-recipes/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-not-to-miss-rum-cocktails-in-cape-town/Fri, 12 Jan 2018 15:17:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-not-to-miss-rum-cocktails-in-cape-town/ We’ve kept a close eye on the Cape Town Type Instagram account since it launched in June 2013. The account was started by Rowan Eva and Jordan Metcalf, and from the start, Instagram users were encouraged to tag any images they posted featuring Cape Town typography with #cttype. The Cape Town Type team’s favourite images are then compiled into a weekly roundup, which is shared via the @cttype account.visual inspiration]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cape-town-type-launches-a-poster-that-every-design-lover-will-want/Fri, 12 Jan 2018 15:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cape-town-type-launches-a-poster-that-every-design-lover-will-want/ Named after Queen Victoria’s beloved first dog, a King Charles Spaniel, Dash Restaurant and Bar knows how to mix elegance with a touch of frivolity. And now it is embracing modern culinary trends courtesy of a new chef: Albert Bronkhorst.
Dash Restaurant and Bar’s new menu exudes elegance
‘One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.’ These are the famous words of English wr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dash-restaurant-and-bars-new-menu-exudes-elegance/Fri, 12 Jan 2018 11:06:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dash-restaurant-and-bars-new-menu-exudes-elegance/ On the gleaming glass surface, Radisson Hotels’ newest launch, Red – situated in Cape Town’s Silo district – ti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-radisson-red-is-cape-towns-newest-and-boldest-addition/Tue, 09 Jan 2018 08:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-radisson-red-is-cape-towns-newest-and-boldest-addition/ Emma Spitzer has always loved cooking, having made herself comfortable in the kitchen from the age of eight years old. It was there where she learnt the cuisine of her forefathers, who originated from Russia and Poland, and was exposed to the doyennes of Jewish cuisine Evelyn Rose and Florence Greenberg, courtesy of her mother. ‘My family wasn’t religious and didn’t keep kosher, but we had a strong Jewish identity and food played the biggest part in shaping this,&r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-fress-bold-flavours-from-a-jewish-kitchen-by-emma-spitzer/Tue, 09 Jan 2018 08:23:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-fress-bold-flavours-from-a-jewish-kitchen-by-emma-spitzer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-shishanyama-braai-recipes-from-south-africa-by-jan-braai/Fri, 05 Jan 2018 08:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-shishanyama-braai-recipes-from-south-africa-by-jan-braai/ ‘It’s so important to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/arch-for-arch-is-a-tribute-to-archbishop-tutu/Thu, 04 Jan 2018 12:51:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/arch-for-arch-is-a-tribute-to-archbishop-tutu/ CourtyardMake your courtyard an extension of your living area with statement lights such as these Jaima versions by Joan Gaspar for Marset. Three stands allow for various sizes of adjustable, rotating floor lamps or pendants.
PatioStyle your patio as you would an extra dining room by investing in contemporary floor treatments and accessories that are as pleasing as they are practical.
PoolBeca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/make-the-most-of-living-outdoors/Thu, 04 Jan 2018 12:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/make-the-most-of-living-outdoors/ Down to earth yet larger than life, Tina Fuyana is the next face of SHF‘s #shfdefineyourself campaign. The qualified engineer loves to spend her time cooking, reading and indulging in interior decor apps. For Tina there are no rules when it comes to marriage, parenting and life in general – what matters most is the constant pursuit of happiness and the desire to make the world a better place.
2018 could be your year to win a R25 000]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/tina-fuyana-is-the-face-of-shf-for-january/Thu, 04 Jan 2018 11:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/tina-fuyana-is-the-face-of-shf-for-january/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-plettenberg-bay-home-away-from-home/Thu, 04 Jan 2018 11:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-plettenberg-bay-home-away-from-home/ grilled prawn salad with ruby grapefruit and fennelPrep time: 15 mins / Cook time: 5 mins / Serves: 4
Ingredients20 medium-sized prawns, shells and heads intactOlive oil, to tasteCoarse ground sea salt and black pepper1 fennel bulb1 large ruby grapefruit2 bunches of fresh spring onions2 large rip]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/grilled-prawn-salad-with-ruby-grapefruit-and-fennel/Thu, 04 Jan 2018 10:42:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/grilled-prawn-salad-with-ruby-grapefruit-and-fennel/ Embracing colour, witty interior details and the fact that it’s situated in an area that’s very much one of the USA&r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-calistoga-motor-lodge-and-spa-combines-retro-styling-with-a-cool-vibe/Thu, 04 Jan 2018 10:41:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-calistoga-motor-lodge-and-spa-combines-retro-styling-with-a-cool-vibe/ Cynthia Rivera, co-owner and chef at Mulberry & Prince‘Hesheng on Sea Point Main Road is a hidden gem and a true hole in the wall,’ says Cynthia. ‘The owner Mei and her husband make everything fresh and by hand. It’s good food made by honest peopl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/chefs-day-off/Wed, 03 Jan 2018 10:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/chefs-day-off/ Softer than the blinding brightness of Safety Orange – a colour that’s overwhelmingly popular on the runways at the moment – Dusty Marmalade has a slightly brown underto]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dusty-marmalade-is-the-hottest-colour-for-2018/Wed, 03 Jan 2018 07:37:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dusty-marmalade-is-the-hottest-colour-for-2018/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/we-chat-to-flagstone-winemaker-gerhard-swart-about-childhood-tastes-secret-talents-and-his-favourite-cultivars/Fri, 22 Dec 2017 07:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/we-chat-to-flagstone-winemaker-gerhard-swart-about-childhood-tastes-secret-talents-and-his-favourite-cultivars/ Melange Zoom rugs by Nanimarquina, Créma Design
Textured Zig Zag scatter cushion, Mr Price Home
S Chair by Tom Dixon for Cappell]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-decor-angle-on-zigzag/Thu, 21 Dec 2017 13:57:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-decor-angle-on-zigzag/ Nicola Cooper | senior trend analyst and cultural strategist at Nicola Cooper & AssociatesDo you pay attention to trends in relation to the work you do?Despite being i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/talking-trends-with-two-local-creatives/Thu, 21 Dec 2017 13:57:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/talking-trends-with-two-local-creatives/ The estate’s sustainable approach, which includes the creation of wilderness corridors of endemic fynbos on the farm, has seen endemic fauna and flora thrive on the property. Among the conservati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/neethlingshofs-short-story-collection-is-available-as-a-boxed-set/Thu, 21 Dec 2017 13:57:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/neethlingshofs-short-story-collection-is-available-as-a-boxed-set/ Co-founded by Amy Watson and Mika Conradie in 2015, POOL is a platform for curatorial and artistic production, experimentation and research, working with artists to support and commission new work.
Amy, a curator at Goodman Gallery in Johannesburg, and Mika, the public programmes and development manager at The Market Photo Workshop, emphasise the collaborative and facilitative nature of curatorship. POOL emerged from Amy and Mika’s investigation into the role, form and organisin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/getting-to-know-pool/Thu, 21 Dec 2017 13:57:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/getting-to-know-pool/ Kunjani began in 2011 when a chance encounter between Paul Barth, a German entrepreneur, and South African businesswoman Pia Watermeyer resulted in a vision for a cross-continental wine label. With Pia as (a new) winemaker, mentored by the award-winning Carmen Stevens,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-fresh-take-on-winemaking-tradition-at-kunjani-wines/Thu, 21 Dec 2017 13:57:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-fresh-take-on-winemaking-tradition-at-kunjani-wines/ Encouraging you to not to take things too seriously, the interiors at CASA Restaurant and Cabanas in Sea Point are amusingly reminiscent of a playboy’s playground circa 1971 – you almost expect the pastel suits and polished Cuban-heeled boots of the era to make an appearance. Ins]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-nod-to-the-nostalgic-at-casa-restaurant-amp-cabanas/Wed, 20 Dec 2017 12:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-nod-to-the-nostalgic-at-casa-restaurant-amp-cabanas/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/our-five-favourite-new-couches-for-2018/Wed, 20 Dec 2017 11:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/our-five-favourite-new-couches-for-2018/ Most places you visit in Japan require specific protocol. Follow the people in front of you and you’re likely to get by. But one of the most per]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/how-to-take-a-japanese-bath-the-right-way/Wed, 20 Dec 2017 11:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/how-to-take-a-japanese-bath-the-right-way/ Egg and mango chutney flatbreads
Image credit: Jamie Oliver
Ingredients4 large free-range eggs100g self-raisi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/super-simple-recipes-that-use-5-ingredients-or-less/Wed, 20 Dec 2017 11:37:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/super-simple-recipes-that-use-5-ingredients-or-less/ While the concept of hygge (pronounced ‘hue-gah’) has gained popularity over the past year or so, a new lifestyle movement is quickly taking over. Not only is lagom easier to pronounce – ‘la’ like ‘bar’ and ‘gom’ like ‘mom’ – the lifestyle is far more conducive to productivity than its cosy cousin. As appealing as it is to curl up in your pyjamas with a steaming mug of hot chocolate and a mov]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/why-we-love-lagom-as-a-lifestyle-trend-for-2018/Wed, 20 Dec 2017 07:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/why-we-love-lagom-as-a-lifestyle-trend-for-2018/ Ingredients
200ml beetroots200ml carrots1 thumb ginger (about 4cm)200ml store-bought pressed apple juice½ a fresh lemon, cut into 2 quarters
Method
Peel the beetroot, carrots and ginger. First juice]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/crudo-juice-with-a-ginger-kick/Wed, 20 Dec 2017 07:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/crudo-juice-with-a-ginger-kick/ The five enormous trees from which Camphors derives its name are national monuments – they were declared such back in 1942 – and the restaurant is situated on the venerable Vergelegen estate, originally granted to Willem Adriaan van der Stel in 1700.
Don’t, however, imagine for a moment that the weighty sense of history and heritage here means that the food is in any way staid, old-fashioned or stuffy. Created by Cape Town-born chef Michael C]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/camphors-restaurant-offers-contemporary-food-in-a-beautiful-setting/Wed, 20 Dec 2017 07:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/camphors-restaurant-offers-contemporary-food-in-a-beautiful-setting/ Sticky Soy-Roasted ChickenPrep]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sticky-soy-roasted-chicken-with-shredded-sesame-beans/Tue, 19 Dec 2017 15:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sticky-soy-roasted-chicken-with-shredded-sesame-beans/ Bouchard Finlayson wine estate’s global ambassador Lia Poveda is a trained sommelier and is based in the UK, where she represents the South African vineyard (which exports more than 50% of its wine production to over 30 countries worldwide) in the European and Asian markets. She attends wine trade shows and does wine training with various trade customers globally, informing them of our wines so they can take that info and impart it to their customers. Poveda is cu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/we-catch-up-with-bouchard-finlaysons-global-ambassador-lia-poveda/Tue, 19 Dec 2017 07:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/we-catch-up-with-bouchard-finlaysons-global-ambassador-lia-poveda/ In a quiet residential neighbourhood just outside Tokyo’s bustling city centre lies Kyodo House, a home that was built with respect for the environment in mind by using sustainable principles. Tour the home in the Jan/Feb 2018 issue of House and Leisure and, if you like the look of this serene Japanese abode, invest in these stylish local pieces.
George dining table in solid walnut  from R46 000, Tonic Design.Hanging rattan pendant in Black R2 300, Cécile & Boyd]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-the-look-of-this-tokyo-home/Tue, 19 Dec 2017 07:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-the-look-of-this-tokyo-home/ The Challenge
Robyn Galiem was the lucky winner of the WOMAG Cinderella dream bathroom makeover, but as with any renovation, her space posed its own unique challenges. In the case of Robyn’s bathroom, the team had no prior knowledge that her floors were partiall]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/see-a-total-bathroom-makeover-by-womag/Mon, 18 Dec 2017 12:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/see-a-total-bathroom-makeover-by-womag/ Celebrate the year of rum with this Rum Manhattan recipe that mixes rum and vermouth to make a smooth, summertime cocktail. Ori]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrate-the-resurgence-of-rum-with-this-rum-manhattan-recipe/Mon, 18 Dec 2017 08:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrate-the-resurgence-of-rum-with-this-rum-manhattan-recipe/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-own-our-2018-trends-issue/Sun, 17 Dec 2017 10:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-own-our-2018-trends-issue/ All recipes make two cocktails. Simply double up the amounts to serve more.
g and teaIngredients 
1 rooibos teabag
150ml boiling water
4T honey
2 tots Sugarbird Fynbos Gin
500ml tonic water
Method
Steep the rooibos teabag in boiling water for 10 minutes, then discard the bag. Pour the tea int]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/four-cocktails-for-the-festive-season/Sun, 17 Dec 2017 07:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/four-cocktails-for-the-festive-season/ Best Use of Colour: Fitzroy Crossing Renal Hostel in AustraliaDesigned by Iredale Pedersen Hook Architects, Western Australia’s Fitzroy Crossing Renal Hostel was awarded for using colours that are ‘sensitive, elegant and well ba]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/our-favourite-winners-from-the-world-architecture-festival-2017/Fri, 15 Dec 2017 13:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/our-favourite-winners-from-the-world-architecture-festival-2017/ Poetry is the ideal gift]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/your-yuletide-wish-list-from-poetry/Fri, 15 Dec 2017 10:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/your-yuletide-wish-list-from-poetry/ A few years after sculptor Edoardo Villa’s death in 2011, art dealer Warren Siebrits and interior designer Lunetta Bartz became the custodians of his house in the suburb of Kew, Johannesburg. Villa, one of South Africa’s most important 20th century sculptors, commissioned the h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-the-mid-century-house-of-iconic-sculptor-edoardo-villa/Fri, 15 Dec 2017 09:44:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-the-mid-century-house-of-iconic-sculptor-edoardo-villa/ La Grange Interiors offers nothing that’s not handpicked or designed by Sumari herself. Her passion for the extraordinary takes her all over the w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/curated-home-decor-and-furnishings-from-la-grange-interiors/Thu, 14 Dec 2017 12:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/curated-home-decor-and-furnishings-from-la-grange-interiors/ For the art enthusiast
Image credit: Supplied
Those with penchant for African art and design will love a year’s membership to Zeitz Musuem of Art Africa in Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront. With unlimited free admission to exhibitions, preferentia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-great-gift-ideas-for-the-festive-season/Thu, 14 Dec 2017 10:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-great-gift-ideas-for-the-festive-season/ angels and nougatWHEN 10 October to 27 December 2017
WHERE The Gallery at Grande Provence, Franschhoek
WHAT Offered daily at Grande Provence, The Tasting Room invites you to savour ‘A Taste of Heaven’ with pairings of Angels Tears wines and local artisanal nougat. Visitors will be able to purchase a twin pack of Angels Tears wines for R7]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wine-tastings-with-a-twist-in-and-around-cape-town/Thu, 14 Dec 2017 07:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wine-tastings-with-a-twist-in-and-around-cape-town/ Designed by French architect Jean Nouvel, the new Louvre Abu Dhabi is the first outpost of the Museé du Louvre outside of France. The building is located on the waterfront of Abu Dhabi’s artificially created Saadiyat Island and is founded on a major symbol of Arab architecture: a dome that appears to float above the musuem. ‘But, with its evident shift from tradition, the dome is a modern proposal,’ said]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-louvre-abu-dhabi-is-an-architectural-marvel/Thu, 14 Dec 2017 07:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-louvre-abu-dhabi-is-an-architectural-marvel/ It’s the busiest time of year. We’re thinking Christmas decor and dinner ideas, shopping for gifts and of course, ticking off some items on your personal wishlist of well-deserved treats. The good news is that whether you’re shopping for a foodie,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/christmas-conviviality-at-le-creuset/Wed, 13 Dec 2017 13:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/christmas-conviviality-at-le-creuset/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ultimate-staycation-guide-where-to-play/Wed, 13 Dec 2017 10:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ultimate-staycation-guide-where-to-play/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/exploring-the-cape-through-its-art/Tue, 12 Dec 2017 11:36:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/exploring-the-cape-through-its-art/ chocolate parfait with hazelnut praline
For the parfait
125g dark chocolate
50g milk chocolate
250ml cream
2 eggs
1/2 cup caster sugar
For the praline
100g hazelnut
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
Method
Chop the dark and milk chocolate into small pieces and place evenly in a large glass bowl over a pot of just simmering (not boiling) water. Add the cream and heat with the chocolate for about 10-15 minutes &nd]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/chocolate-parfait-with-hazelnut-praline/Tue, 12 Dec 2017 11:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/chocolate-parfait-with-hazelnut-praline/ ROU by T HAM concept store in Taipei, Taiwan.In the Retail category, WZWX Architecture Group’s ROU by T HAM Concept Store in Taipei, Taiwan, took home the gold. A specialist meat store, ROU by T HAM h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-festival-reveals-the-top-interiors-of-2017/Tue, 12 Dec 2017 10:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-festival-reveals-the-top-interiors-of-2017/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-conservatory-serves-up-old-world-elegance-and-very-good-food/Mon, 11 Dec 2017 14:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-conservatory-serves-up-old-world-elegance-and-very-good-food/ Melanie Stockl and her late husband Martin took a leap of faith when they purchased a penth]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/layered-luxury-in-an-umhlanga-home/Mon, 11 Dec 2017 11:20:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/layered-luxury-in-an-umhlanga-home/ The shade in question, Ultra Violet, is both ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/ultra-violet-is-pantones-colour-of-the-year-for-2018/Fri, 08 Dec 2017 14:35:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/ultra-violet-is-pantones-colour-of-the-year-for-2018/ Gold
Aluminium blinds in Gold POR, Taylor Blinds
Give your interiors a glamorous Art Deco feel with sumptuous fabrics and decorative additions infused with the Midas touch.
Azure-Malachite
Yeti fabric in Emerald/Saffron/Stone from the Translucents 01 collection by Anthology R2 465/m (3m wide), Black Fabrics
Jewel tones and pared-back accesso]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-modern-window-treatments-we-love/Fri, 08 Dec 2017 11:19:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-modern-window-treatments-we-love/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-butchery-by-marble-opens-in-the-keyes-art-mile/Fri, 08 Dec 2017 10:51:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-butchery-by-marble-opens-in-the-keyes-art-mile/ spring vegetable and coconut broth with litchis and scallops
For the broth
125ml vegetable oil
A handful of fresh coriander
2.5cm piece of fresh ginger
1 Thai lime leaf
1 mild green chilli, to taste
3 curry leaves
2.5cm-long lemongrass stalk, chopped
1 garlic clove
3x410g tins coconut cream
25ml fish sauce
25ml soy sauce
12 fresh litches, pitted and juice reserved
300g spring]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spring-vegetable-and-coconut-broth-with-litchis-and-scallops/Thu, 07 Dec 2017 12:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spring-vegetable-and-coconut-broth-with-litchis-and-scallops/ spring vegetable and coconut broth with litchis and scallops
For the broth
125ml vegetable oil
A handful of fresh coriander
2.5cm piece of fresh ginger
1 Thai lime leaf
1 mild green chilli, to taste
3 curry leaves
2.5cm-long lemongrass stalk, chopped
1 garlic clove
3x410g tins coconut cream
25ml fish sauce
25ml soy sauce
12 fresh litches, pitted and juice reserved
300g spring]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spring-vegetable-and-coconut-broth/Thu, 07 Dec 2017 12:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spring-vegetable-and-coconut-broth/ Today the brand has more than 255 showrooms in over 55 countries. ‘In recent years Roche Bobois has continued to expand its global presence,’ says]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/roche-bobois-comes-to-johannesburg/Thu, 07 Dec 2017 10:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/roche-bobois-comes-to-johannesburg/ On Saturday 25 November, the fifth annual Design Foundation Awards took place, in which a total of seven accolades were given out to SA’s top local talents for categories encompassing design, manufacture, commercial success and innovation.
‘With our independent think-tank board representing diverse industries, our aim is to have a foundation that supports the design industry at large – from grassroots and educa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-2017-design-foundation-awards-winners/Wed, 06 Dec 2017 14:41:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-2017-design-foundation-awards-winners/ Architect George Elphick established a private practice in 1987 and became one of the founding partners of Elphick Proome Architects in 1989. He has served as design critic for five national universities over a 20-year period and, in his 30-year career, has completed projects including the design and implementation of large corporate offices, mixed-use developments and high-rise apa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-architect-george-elphick/Wed, 06 Dec 2017 14:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-architect-george-elphick/ Russell’s on the Port has provided locals and holidaymakers alike with the opportunity to experience the best of the Cape West Coast. Featuring a total of 15 rooms in their boutique guesthouse alongside a restaurant that is a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/riviera-style-elegance-at-russells-on-the-port/Wed, 06 Dec 2017 11:56:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/riviera-style-elegance-at-russells-on-the-port/ caramelised pineapple popsicles
Ingredients
1 medium-sized pineapple, peeled and cut into chunks
2T sticky brown sugar
1x400ml tin coconut milk
Method
In a saucepan, combine the pineapple with the brown sugar and heat until the fruit is sticky and soft. Allow the carame]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/popsicles-two-ways/Wed, 06 Dec 2017 08:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/popsicles-two-ways/ When it comes to responding on social media, South Africans sure don’t waste time posting hurriedly assembled memes of a jiving Julius Malema or a disapproving Baleka Mbete (complete with spelling and grammatical errors) after an allegedly scandalous incident.
According to Quora, my go-to platform for asking clever people what they think, the term ‘meme’ dates back to Richard Dawkins’ 1976 bestseller The Selfish Gene, in which he coined the word ‘to ide]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/do-you-read-meme/Tue, 05 Dec 2017 11:23:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/do-you-read-meme/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/american-shutters-introduce-gear-tilt-security-shutters/Tue, 05 Dec 2017 11:20:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/american-shutters-introduce-gear-tilt-security-shutters/ There’s no doubt that the venue is a glamorous one, and boasts magnificent]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mount-babylons-new-tasting-lounge-is-a-plush-pink-dream/Tue, 05 Dec 2017 10:06:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mount-babylons-new-tasting-lounge-is-a-plush-pink-dream/ Working in a limited colour palette of black, white, blue and 24-karat gold, Lina Iris Viktor’s figurative and geometric compositions combine elements of the mythical, archaic, cosmic and divine. Her artworks are like rare artefacts excavated from ancient Egyptian tombs set before us to unlock what Viktor describes as ‘our residual DNA – information passed down through generations that is dormant within us until something ignites it’.
From a young age, V]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/striking-gold-with-lina-iris-viktor/Tue, 05 Dec 2017 09:51:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/striking-gold-with-lina-iris-viktor/ pave the way
Image credit: Eaglestone Landscape Design
Before you start planting, you’ll have to pave your courtyard. Corobrik’s clay brick pavers provide both beauty and durability]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/create-the-ultimate-courtyard-garden/Tue, 05 Dec 2017 09:41:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/create-the-ultimate-courtyard-garden/ ‘I just love the intensity of a small space,’ John Jacob Zwiegelaar insists with such enthusiasm, it is clear he’s most passionate when talking about his work. It’s perhaps because for the lauded Cape Town-based interior designer, nine-to-five comprises so much more than]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sense-and-sensibility-a-sophisticated-tamboerskloof-apartment/Mon, 04 Dec 2017 12:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sense-and-sensibility-a-sophisticated-tamboerskloof-apartment/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-peek-inside-bilboa-camps-bays-smoking-new-hot-spot/Mon, 04 Dec 2017 10:04:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-peek-inside-bilboa-camps-bays-smoking-new-hot-spot/ SHF is thrilled to introduce Fabiana Hoy as the new face of the #shfdefineyourself campaign. This creative and visual thinker, interior architect, decor stylist and entrepreneur is the embodiment of SHF’s new generation of style icons.
Fabiana has been working in the interior design industry for 20 years. For as long as she can recall, her biggest passion has been design, which she has studied, taught and lived. Within the creative industry she has collaborated o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fabiana-hoy-is-the-face-of-shf-for-december/Mon, 04 Dec 2017 08:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fabiana-hoy-is-the-face-of-shf-for-december/ If you follow the R44 out of Cape Town you’ll eventually find yourself in one of the area’s most sophisticated destinations: Cavalli Estate. Indigenous gardens surrounded by iconic views of the Helderberg mountains are complemented by modern, pared-back buildings designed by estate operations director Lauren Smith in collaboration with Bouwer Architects. With sustainability as key, the estate prides itself on contributing to and prot]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/one-at-cavalli-celebrates-a-monthly-hero-ingredient/Mon, 04 Dec 2017 08:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/one-at-cavalli-celebrates-a-monthly-hero-ingredient/ Jo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ultimate-staycation-guide-where-to-eat-and-drink/Sat, 02 Dec 2017 08:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ultimate-staycation-guide-where-to-eat-and-drink/ A former dental technician, Bladen learned about bronze sculpture under the watchful eye of Otto du Plessis at Bronze Age before going out on his own. H]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-living-legacy/Fri, 01 Dec 2017 15:34:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-living-legacy/ pave the way
Image credit: Eco Outdoor
Grass consumes the most water in a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-ways-to-save-water-in-your-garden-this-summer/Fri, 01 Dec 2017 09:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-ways-to-save-water-in-your-garden-this-summer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/west-coast-wander-at-home-with-history-in-hopefield/Fri, 01 Dec 2017 08:43:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/west-coast-wander-at-home-with-history-in-hopefield/ Inherently a popular dessert in the Seventies, the pavlova is appealingly kitsch in both presentation]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/poached-pear-pavlova-with-rooibos-and-honey/Fri, 01 Dec 2017 08:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/poached-pear-pavlova-with-rooibos-and-honey/ It’s easy to see why Barcelona has so much appeal. Whether you’re admiring works of art and design, swimming in the warm Mediterranean or tasting delectable flavours on a tapas walk, this seaside city pulses both day and night, and gets under your skin in the best way imaginable. In the December 2017 issue of House and Leisure (in stores and online now) Lisa van Aswegen shares a two-day guide to making the most of this metro beach destination. Pair]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-best-of-barcelona/Fri, 01 Dec 2017 08:27:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-best-of-barcelona/ A dog-friendly hotel in South Africa? Seriously? I’ve watched many old-timey films set in Paris where dogs are allowed into hotels with their owners, but I didn’t expect it to be something I’d ever have the pleasure of experiencing for myself.
That was until, along with my dad Ian Martin (House and Leisure‘s art director), I was invited to spend a night at the new Radisson RED hotel in Cape Town]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/who-let-the-dogs-in/Thu, 30 Nov 2017 09:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/who-let-the-dogs-in/ Go ProClean lines, white cabinetry and stainless-steel elements combine in an enticing workspace for the aspiring experimental masterchef – as seen in this bulthaup b1 kitchen system in Alpine White.
Cake BossSatisfy your passion for baking with top-notch accessories, copper accents and durable surfaces, as seen in Schmidt Kitchens’]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-ideas-for-a-kitchen-revamp/Wed, 29 Nov 2017 15:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-ideas-for-a-kitchen-revamp/ Sleep
With bespoke fittings, furniture and textiles by local designers, a night at Ellerman House in Cape Town is time well spent.
Ellerman House, Cape Town
Originally a private residence, this Edwardian-style mansion offers the ultimate in modern interiors throughout its 11 rooms, t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/our-guide-to-luxurious-living-in-south-africa/Wed, 29 Nov 2017 11:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/our-guide-to-luxurious-living-in-south-africa/ The house itself is an architectural gem, rich with Joburg art history. Italian-born Villa first lived on the property after WWII, a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/video-tour-sculptor-edoardo-villas-mid-century-house/Mon, 27 Nov 2017 15:56:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/video-tour-sculptor-edoardo-villas-mid-century-house/ The house itself is an architectural gem, rich with Joburg art history. Italian-born Villa first lived on the property after WWII, a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/video-tour-of-edoardo-villas-mid-century-house/Mon, 27 Nov 2017 15:56:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/video-tour-of-edoardo-villas-mid-century-house/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-worlds-first-concrete-sunglasses-available-for-purchase/Mon, 27 Nov 2017 13:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-worlds-first-concrete-sunglasses-available-for-purchase/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/take-a-culinary-journey-through-south-korea/Mon, 27 Nov 2017 09:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/take-a-culinary-journey-through-south-korea/ The design-conscious owners of this home in Eldoraigne, Pretoria, made a smart decision before they started building – they called on interior designers Megan Hesse and Andrea Kleinloog of Joburg-based interior design firm HK Studio. Although Grant Bullard of GWA]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-design-forward-family-home-in-pretoria/Mon, 27 Nov 2017 09:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-design-forward-family-home-in-pretoria/ As the author of the award-winning cookbook Persiana and the Sunday Times no.1 bestselling Sirocco, Sabrina Ghayour knows a thing or two about Persian cuisine. So it was only a matter of time before the chef, food writer and cookery teacher released another book showcasing a variety of simple, colourful and flavourful Middle Eastern dishes.
Feasts is inspired by the gatherings and parties Sabrina’s family threw when she was growing u]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-feasts-by-sabrina-ghayour/Sat, 25 Nov 2017 11:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-feasts-by-sabrina-ghayour/ Joburg
Pablo’s House in Joburg
December is the best time t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ultimate-staycation-guide-where-to-sleep/Fri, 24 Nov 2017 11:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ultimate-staycation-guide-where-to-sleep/ From left: Maori rug in Burnt Orange from the Tibet wool collection R35 900, Paco; Domino standing lamp in Vanilla Noir Caesarstone R27 000 (left) and R33 000 (right), both Dokter and Misses; limited-edition Panton chairs in Summer Green by Verner Panton for Vitra R3 630 each (excludes shipping and insurance), Cube gallery; XS Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/into-the-wild-go-mod-tropical-with-your-decor/Fri, 24 Nov 2017 11:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/into-the-wild-go-mod-tropical-with-your-decor/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/we-chat-to-the-architects-of-a-street-friendly-seaside-home/Fri, 24 Nov 2017 09:43:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/we-chat-to-the-architects-of-a-street-friendly-seaside-home/ Renovating in general is an exciting but exhausting exercise – and updating a bathroom can also become a lot more technical. Unless you’re a professional or a homeowner who has remodelled bathrooms in the past, it’s best to seek expert advice before proceeding. We’ve teamed up with WOMAG to bring you a few handy tips to consider.
1. know what a bathroom renovation costs
There’s nothing worse than budgeting for a renovat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-things-to-consider-when-renovating-your-bathroom/Fri, 24 Nov 2017 09:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-things-to-consider-when-renovating-your-bathroom/ If Mulberry & Prince co-owners and culinary ingenues Cynthia Rivera and Cornel Mostert are anything to go by, the new menu is anything but ordinary. Enter a selection of dishes inspired by the East while retaining the restaurant’s signature fusion of complex flavours executed with simplicity and skill.
Going beyond current food trends, both chefs have seasoned each dish with personal experience, another detail that makes dining at Mulberry &]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/savour-summer-with-mulberry-amp-princersquos-new-menu/Thu, 23 Nov 2017 17:04:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/savour-summer-with-mulberry-amp-princersquos-new-menu/ While indoor gardening may smack of the ’70s, the new verdant invasion has a more curated, sculptural and bespoke persona. ‘There’s a huge return to indoor plants,’ says Johannesburg-based garden designer James Barry. &l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-back-to-nature-a-guide-to-indoor-gardening/Thu, 23 Nov 2017 14:03:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-back-to-nature-a-guide-to-indoor-gardening/ While indoor gardening may smack of the ’70s, the new verdant invasion has a more curated, sculptural and bespoke persona. ‘There’s a huge return to indoor plants,’ says Johannesburg-based garden designer James Barry. &l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-back-to-nature-a-guide-to-in-indoor-gardening/Thu, 23 Nov 2017 14:03:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-back-to-nature-a-guide-to-in-indoor-gardening/ What are the defining features of the Arts & Crafts movement that inspires your designs?The Arts & Crafts movement constantly inspires my designs as my core concepts always evolve from my weaving. To quote William Morris, ‘]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/catching-up-with-designer-nicholas-coutts/Thu, 23 Nov 2017 06:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/catching-up-with-designer-nicholas-coutts/ granadilla curd doughnutsIngredients
3 large eggs, lightly beaten2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten1 cup caster sugar½ cup granadilla pulp2T lemon juice150g unsalted butter, cut int]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/granadilla-curd-doughnuts/Wed, 22 Nov 2017 16:52:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/granadilla-curd-doughnuts/ the krane, copenha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-one-room-hotel-is-the-ultimate-in-exclusive-places-to-rest-your-head/Tue, 21 Nov 2017 12:38:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-one-room-hotel-is-the-ultimate-in-exclusive-places-to-rest-your-head/ Before settlin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/visit-neil-roakes-pop-up-vegan-cafe-for-the-space/Tue, 21 Nov 2017 12:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/visit-neil-roakes-pop-up-vegan-cafe-for-the-space/ Tell us about your passion for the minimalist movement]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/olubunmi-adeyemis-african-inspired-brand-of-minimalism/Tue, 21 Nov 2017 12:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/olubunmi-adeyemis-african-inspired-brand-of-minimalism/ Wonderland cocktail
50ml Hendrick’s Gin
30ml cucumber pulp
Dill sprig
12ml lemon juice
5ml pickled cucumber brine 
Method 
Pour into a large cocktail shaker and shake to combine. Serve in a Nick and Nora glass and garnish with pickled cucumber]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/white-rabbit-wonderland-gin-cocktail-recipe/Mon, 20 Nov 2017 11:35:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/white-rabbit-wonderland-gin-cocktail-recipe/ Located on the Arno riverbank in Fl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-italian-home-with-artistic-flair/Mon, 20 Nov 2017 11:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-italian-home-with-artistic-flair/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-sneak-peek-at-our-hlescapeissue/Mon, 20 Nov 2017 09:44:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-sneak-peek-at-our-hlescapeissue/ The Red Queen Cocktail
25ml Hendrick’s Gin 
10ml Patrón Citrónge Orange
20ml Aperol Spritz
25ml Cape Tawny Port 
10ml lemon juice 
Method
Pour into a large cocktail shaker and shake to combine. Serve in a coupette and garnish ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/queen-of-hearts-red-queen-gin-cocktail-recipe/Mon, 20 Nov 2017 09:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/queen-of-hearts-red-queen-gin-cocktail-recipe/ Time For Tea
38ml Hendrick’s Gin
30ml Earl Grey tea
12ml Triple sec liqueur
50ml apple juice
12.5ml lemon juice
10ml passionfruit pulp and seeds
Method
Pour into a large cocktail shaker and shake to combine. Serve in a teapot and garnish with a ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mad-hatter-time-for-tea-gin-cocktail-recipe/Mon, 20 Nov 2017 09:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mad-hatter-time-for-tea-gin-cocktail-recipe/ When brothers Albert and Michel Roux Snr teamed up to open Le Gavroche French restaurant in Britain in 1967, the pair had no idea that their new venture would go on to become the first three Michelin-starred eatery in Britain – and that it would inspire a gastronomic legend that would be carried on by their relatives for years to come.
Two such family members are Emily and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-new-french-table-by-emily-and-giselle-roux/Mon, 20 Nov 2017 09:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-new-french-table-by-emily-and-giselle-roux/ decor spoil
Cecilia wine glasses from William Yeoward Crystal. 
‘Apsley House in Hyde Park Corner, J]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-luxe-list-discover-team-house-and-leisures-top-luxury-picks/Fri, 17 Nov 2017 11:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-luxe-list-discover-team-house-and-leisures-top-luxury-picks/ Dramatic luxury hot]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/weylandts-opens-a-concept-store-in-sandton-city/Fri, 17 Nov 2017 09:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/weylandts-opens-a-concept-store-in-sandton-city/ And you could be next!&nbs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/kelly-higgs-is-the-face-of-shf-for-november/Thu, 16 Nov 2017 10:37:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/kelly-higgs-is-the-face-of-shf-for-november/ Salt is unpretentiously contemporary with a rustic touch, and immediately recognisable for its Mediterranean interiors – all warm wood and pa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/savour-the-summer-at-salt-in-kalk-bay/Thu, 16 Nov 2017 10:36:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/savour-the-summer-at-salt-in-kalk-bay/ Africa boasts a wealth of luxurious experiences. From elegant boutique hotels and wine tastings to Michelin-starred restaurants and world-class cruises, we really have it all. In a new miniseries inspired by the November 2017 issue of House and Leisure, we reveal a few of our favourite spoils. We’ve already explored hot-air ballooning over the Okavango Delta, a luxury spa experience at The Silo Hotel and a magical stay at the Manta Resort on Pemba Island. In the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-luxury-bucket-list-journey-with-rovos-rail/Thu, 16 Nov 2017 09:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-luxury-bucket-list-journey-with-rovos-rail/ Tshepo Sealetsa and Banele Khoza of Team]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/team-house-and-leisure-win-the-viewers-choice/Wed, 15 Nov 2017 12:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/team-house-and-leisure-win-the-viewers-choice/ double deluxeRose gold, diamonds, mother-of-pearl… these materials just emanate]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-luxe-watches-we-love-from-picot-and-moss/Wed, 15 Nov 2017 12:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-luxe-watches-we-love-from-picot-and-moss/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-the-lustrous-new-bar-roc/Wed, 15 Nov 2017 10:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-the-lustrous-new-bar-roc/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/tips-for-selling-your-home-in-summer/Tue, 14 Nov 2017 13:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/tips-for-selling-your-home-in-summer/ Famed for his exquisite couture creations, Rajah believes his move from fashion to homeware ‘follows a natural progression&rsq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/gavin-rajah-and-home-introduce-a-luxurious-collection/Tue, 14 Nov 2017 13:23:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/gavin-rajah-and-home-introduce-a-luxurious-collection/ Me]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/12-spots-to-visit-in-rosebank/Tue, 14 Nov 2017 11:07:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/12-spots-to-visit-in-rosebank/ What inspired the Designer’s Cho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/high-fashion-inspired-designs-from-uampg-fabricsrsquo-designerrsquos-choice/Tue, 14 Nov 2017 10:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/high-fashion-inspired-designs-from-uampg-fabricsrsquo-designerrsquos-choice/ The key to mastering the French clas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/classic-steak-frites/Tue, 14 Nov 2017 09:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/classic-steak-frites/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/afrotel-a-unique-concept-in-african-hospitality/Mon, 13 Nov 2017 16:12:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/afrotel-a-unique-concept-in-african-hospitality/ The small town of Melkbosstrand is known for surfing, sunshine and simple pleasures, and is fast becoming a favourite weekend destination for those seeking to savour good food. At the forefront of the recent string of restaurants to embrace this concept is The Hart Breadhouse & Eatery. Situated on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-hart-serves-up-food-with-feeling-in-melkbosstrand/Mon, 13 Nov 2017 11:37:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-hart-serves-up-food-with-feeling-in-melkbosstrand/ Though winery input costs have risen and the continued drought may mean a significant drop in yield, the battered rand has helped exports and aids profitability. South African wine offer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-wine-trends-to-watch-in-2018/Mon, 13 Nov 2017 10:42:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-wine-trends-to-watch-in-2018/ This KwaZulu-Natal house is all about contrast. The first thing that strikes you is the juxtaposition of graphic lines and organic curves, followed by]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/contrast-abounds-in-this-umhlanga-home/Mon, 13 Nov 2017 09:19:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/contrast-abounds-in-this-umhlanga-home/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/choose-out-of-office-hub-for-offsite-work-events-in-cape-town/Mon, 13 Nov 2017 08:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/choose-out-of-office-hub-for-offsite-work-events-in-cape-town/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-luxury-bucket-list-stay-at-the-manta-resort-on-pemba-island/Fri, 10 Nov 2017 12:34:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-luxury-bucket-list-stay-at-the-manta-resort-on-pemba-island/ What motivated the move to jewellery?I remember having an absolute love for fashion fr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/athena-a-jewellery-celebrates-women-and-sustainability/Fri, 10 Nov 2017 10:31:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/athena-a-jewellery-celebrates-women-and-sustainability/ While some see a sloped garden as a drawback, Corobrik sees it as an exciting challenge. With its range of clay brick and paving solutions, you can turn your tricky hillside landscape into a dramatic masterpiece. Before you get started, however, consider our top tips on creating a multi-level garden.
1. build retaining walls
Image credit: Lynne Marcus Garden Design
The genius behind retaining walls is that they decrease the gradient of your garden, thus maki]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-guide-to-creating-a-structural-multi-level-garden/Fri, 10 Nov 2017 07:25:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-guide-to-creating-a-structural-multi-level-garden/ If you’re after simple, tasty and healthy recipes that won’t break the bank, look no further than Chantal Lascaris’ new offering.
The author of All Sorts of Salads has a passion for nutrition and health, and was drawn to the Mediterranean way of eating after visiting the area. ‘I am lucky enough to have travelled regularly to various Mediterranean countries,’ she says. &ls]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-all-sorts-of-healthy-dishes-by-chantal-lascaris/Thu, 09 Nov 2017 12:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-all-sorts-of-healthy-dishes-by-chantal-lascaris/ If the pages of House and Leisure were to come to life, The Table would be it. And we’re working with some of the best minds in the business to make it happen. Come and indulge your penchant for b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-presents-the-table/Thu, 09 Nov 2017 09:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisure-presents-the-table/ modern tropicsWe’ve been feeling all things green and lush this year, and we’re not don]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-the-look-with-waterways/Wed, 08 Nov 2017 14:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-the-look-with-waterways/ In the luxury-themed November 2017 issue of House and Leisure, we discover that window treatments extend far beyond the purely functional. Thanks to innovative designs and gleaming contemporary finishes, they’ve been given a new lease on life. We chat to a few of the country’s leading window treatment specialists to find out more.
Window treatments have gone from being a functional privacy product to offering atmosphere and decor value, too. Tell]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/leading-window-treatment-suppliers-share-their-upcoming-trends-for-2018/Wed, 08 Nov 2017 12:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/leading-window-treatment-suppliers-share-their-upcoming-trends-for-2018/ Ingredients
1 cup coconut milk
A pinch of salt
1 cup mabele (sorghum) meal
2T high-quality raw cacao powder
4T coconut cream, to serve
20g chopped macadamia nuts, to serve
Brown sugar, to serve
Method
Simmer 1 cup water and the coconut milk in a pot with a pinch of salt. Slowly whisk in the mabele, place on a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/coconut-and-cacao-sorghum-porridge-with-macadamia-nuts/Wed, 08 Nov 2017 09:44:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/coconut-and-cacao-sorghum-porridge-with-macadamia-nuts/ Once you’ve fitted your outdoor space with the ultimate paving from Corobrik, it’s time to dress it up with a bit of greenery. Able to take many shapes and forms, vertical gardens provide an element of design to an otherwise all-natural aesthetic. And they’re practical, too. From being used as portable screens and lush backdrops to providing an ideal surface for fresh herbs and vegetables, living walls are a must-have, especially for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-lush-vertical-gardens-to-inspire/Tue, 07 Nov 2017 15:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-lush-vertical-gardens-to-inspire/ I had my fortune read to me by a voodoo card-wielding priestess. She sang and waved a fan at me several times as she spoke of love, two terrible exes and my future children… or at least, that’s what I think she said – it was all in Spanish. She’d caught my eye as I entered Ernest Hemingway’s favourite mojito bar La Bodeguita del Medio, and I later watched her work her magic under a white lace umbrella. She was friendly, wise and approved]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/travel-to-the-heart-of-havana/Tue, 07 Nov 2017 13:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/travel-to-the-heart-of-havana/ Hands: As my primary sites of production, I experience labour through my hands. Touching cowhide and stretching it over the moulds I have]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-nandipha-mntambo/Tue, 07 Nov 2017 12:34:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-nandipha-mntambo/ In 1997, Rosita stepped down from her leadership role to dedicate herself to the Missoni Home line. Missoni Home has now fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/missoni-homes-new-wallcoverings-are-inspired-by-its-eclectic-fashion/Tue, 07 Nov 2017 12:23:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/missoni-homes-new-wallcoverings-are-inspired-by-its-eclectic-fashion/ Since opening in South Africa, Kohler is fast becoming a leading player in the building industry. The global bathroom and kitchen fittings manufacturer has opened a gallery in Bryanston, Johannesburg, that will inspire and enthuse shoppers while celebrating South African design leaders.
In a showcase of its covetable full bathroom solution, Kohler incorporates the work of some of the best local designers, including an Artist Editions col]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/kohler-breaks-the-mould-with-its-new-showroom/Tue, 07 Nov 2017 09:51:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/kohler-breaks-the-mould-with-its-new-showroom/ The energy of ad man, chef, author, retailer and hotelier Neil Roake knows no bounds. In the creative arena, there is ver]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-adventurous-home-in-bakoven/Mon, 06 Nov 2017 06:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-adventurous-home-in-bakoven/ Shaved daikon and apple salad with fish roeFor the salad1 large daikon radish, julienned or shaved2 Golden Delicious apples, peeled and cut into matchsticks100g edamame beansA handful of fresh mint, roughly torn2T finely chopped chives
For the dressing45ml freshly squeezed l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/3-refined-recipes-perfect-for-spring-entertaining/Mon, 06 Nov 2017 06:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/3-refined-recipes-perfect-for-spring-entertaining/ a spa experience]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-luxury-bucket-list-a-spa-experience-at-the-silo-hotel/Fri, 03 Nov 2017 06:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-luxury-bucket-list-a-spa-experience-at-the-silo-hotel/ Durable and easy to install, this new laminate floor is practical and aesthetically pleasing, echoing the timeless beauty of a herringbone patt]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/finfloor-adds-herringbone-laminate-flooring-to-its-extensive-range/Fri, 03 Nov 2017 06:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/finfloor-adds-herringbone-laminate-flooring-to-its-extensive-range/ Owners and sisters Tasia and Lexi xxx’s family have been making ice cream i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cape-town-gets-a-new-ice-cream-and-doughnut-spot-in-sea-point/Fri, 03 Nov 2017 06:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cape-town-gets-a-new-ice-cream-and-doughnut-spot-in-sea-point/ This year, WOMAG celebrates 25 years as a leading South African supplier of premium-quality natural stone tiles and surfaces, quartz-based tops, porcelain tiles and design-led sanitary ware and taps. To commemorate this milestone, WOMAG paired up with House and Leisure to give one lucky reader a Cinderella dream bathroom makeover worth R75 000.
The enviable winner of the competition is Robyn Galiem, who will now receive the bathroom of her d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/discover-2018s-bathroom-tile-trends-with-sam-lurie/Thu, 02 Nov 2017 14:20:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/discover-2018s-bathroom-tile-trends-with-sam-lurie/ artichokes with salted almonds and oil-preserved lemon
Image credit: Sarah de Pina
Andrea Burgener, chef and co-owner at The Leopard in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/3-recipes-inspired-by-our-hlluxuryissue/Thu, 02 Nov 2017 09:17:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/3-recipes-inspired-by-our-hlluxuryissue/ Ten years ago almost to the day, fresh out of a divorce with two tiny children, I fled Cape Town to my parents’ adopted home town of Prince Albert in a bid to garner some support for my decision. However, my mother’s friend Lisa Smith was a source of zero sympathy. ‘How lucky and how lovely,’ she exclaimed. ‘You get to focus entirely on your children now and, when they’re in their teens, you can go on cruises!’
A decade later I&rsq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-luxurious-cruise-aboard-the-crystal-symphony/Thu, 02 Nov 2017 08:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-luxurious-cruise-aboard-the-crystal-symphony/ joburg: the saxon and yswara
The Saxon
One of the Saxon’s specialities, high tea in the hotel’s Piano Lounge will h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/treat-yourself-to-high-tea-at-our-top-spots-around-south-africa/Thu, 02 Nov 2017 08:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/treat-yourself-to-high-tea-at-our-top-spots-around-south-africa/ As people and homes become more connected, cybercriminals are eagerly looking for ways to take advantage of this growing trend. Instead of making life]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/tips-for-a-secure-connected-home/Wed, 01 Nov 2017 15:17:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/tips-for-a-secure-connected-home/ How and why do old buildings appeal to us?’ asks English designer Thomas Heatherwick, whose world-renowned studio conceptualised the new Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) in Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront. ‘Is it just because they are old, or because of the way their scale or detail – or something else – works?’ There aren’t simple answe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/art-and-soul-at-the-zeitz-mocaa/Tue, 31 Oct 2017 15:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/art-and-soul-at-the-zeitz-mocaa/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/go-the-distance-with-your-decor/Tue, 31 Oct 2017 14:14:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/go-the-distance-with-your-decor/ For the Gorgonzola dressing
125g Gorgonzola cheese
125ml cow’s milk or almond milk
75ml almond or light vegetable oil
Salt, pepper, Tabasco sauce and a few drops of fresh lemon juice, to taste
For the praline
100g sugar
100g almonds
For the lettuce
3 medium heads of romaine lettuce
Olive oil, for brushing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/grilled-lettuce-with-gorgonzola-dressing-and-almond-praline/Tue, 31 Oct 2017 11:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/grilled-lettuce-with-gorgonzola-dressing-and-almond-praline/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/10-questions-with-lina-iris-viktor/Tue, 31 Oct 2017 10:49:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/10-questions-with-lina-iris-viktor/ Take a hot-air balloon safari over the Okavango DeltaThe Okavango Delta in Botswana is one Africa’s great wilderness desti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-luxury-bucket-list-hot-air-ballooning-over-the-okavango-delta/Mon, 30 Oct 2017 08:52:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-luxury-bucket-list-hot-air-ballooning-over-the-okavango-delta/ When Joshin Raghubar purchased this 291m² Green Point property in 2011, he was instantly smitten with its prime position and ocean and city views. ‘I love the area and the fact that the gym, local outdoor pool, Sea Point promenade and my favourite neighbourho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-layered-retreat-in-green-point/Mon, 30 Oct 2017 08:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-layered-retreat-in-green-point/ Tasked with turning a small, dark, personality-less apartment in Tamboerskloof into a sophisticated city pad with modern finishes, Zwiegelaar had to start with two key challenges: proportion and outlook. ‘I beli]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/lessons-in-working-with-a-small-space/Sun, 29 Oct 2017 14:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/lessons-in-working-with-a-small-space/ With bold bespoke pieces and inspired designer style, Melanie Stockl’s penthouse apartment in Umhlanga is a treasure trove of opulent details. And, with her husband having been a well-known restaurateur, she certainly knows her stuff when it comes to eating out in Durban. See her luxurious home in the November 2017 issue of House and Leisure (in stores and online now) and discover her five top eateries here.
1. Little Havana, Umhlanga
This is the most amazing p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/melanie-stockls-top-5-eateries-in-durban/Sun, 29 Oct 2017 14:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/melanie-stockls-top-5-eateries-in-durban/ While searching for a location to move their ice-cream]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/serving-fresh-bites-in-the-bokaap/Sun, 29 Oct 2017 09:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/serving-fresh-bites-in-the-bokaap/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-a-spacious-family-residence-in-pretoria/Thu, 26 Oct 2017 12:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-a-spacious-family-residence-in-pretoria/ slow tequila cocktailFor the sugar syrup
1/2 cup waterZest of 1 lemonJuice of 1 lemon1/2 cup sugar
For the ice
2 lemons2 limes1 cup water
For the cocktail
3 tots La Leona Karoo agave tequila250ml soda w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/slow-tequila-cocktail/Thu, 26 Oct 2017 11:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/slow-tequila-cocktail/ Elegance doesn’t get more plush than this. On Mount Babylon wine farm in the Western Cape’s Walker Bay district, Yolanda and Johan Holtzhausen have created a cool yet intimate space in which guests at private events can savour the delightful pink Méthode Cap Classique made by Jean-Claude Martin, the winemaker who co-owns Creation Wines nex]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/we-chat-to-the-designer-behind-mount-babylons-new-tasting-lounge/Wed, 25 Oct 2017 12:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/we-chat-to-the-designer-behind-mount-babylons-new-tasting-lounge/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/pick-of-the-week-clinton-friedmans-1-zero-rug/Wed, 25 Oct 2017 12:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/pick-of-the-week-clinton-friedmans-1-zero-rug/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/calling-all-stationery-nerds-you-need-to-check-out-pbampco-soon/Wed, 25 Oct 2017 11:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/calling-all-stationery-nerds-you-need-to-check-out-pbampco-soon/ the sun never setsWHEN 21 October to 18 November 2017
WHERE Goodman Gallery, 163 Jan Smuts Avenue, Parkwood, Johannesburg
WHAT Comprising work of a variety of media, from video installation to sculpture, Kapwani Kiwanga’s first solo exhibition in Africa investigates the intersection of history, poli]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/nine-events-not-to-miss-this-november/Wed, 25 Oct 2017 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/nine-events-not-to-miss-this-november/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/west-coast-wander-finding-gold-in-elands-bay/Wed, 25 Oct 2017 10:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/west-coast-wander-finding-gold-in-elands-bay/ Classically kitsch, crayfish thermidor is the yet unequalled]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/potato-thermidor/Wed, 25 Oct 2017 10:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/potato-thermidor/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-andy-robinson-of-the-butchery-by-marble/Wed, 25 Oct 2017 09:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/qampa-with-andy-robinson-of-the-butchery-by-marble/ Briefed by Canelle Creative Consulting to create an inviting yet eclectic space outside the brand-new Zeitz MOCAA, Shepherd and her team delivered with warm, on-trend mustards, emeralds, caramels and t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/how-to-liven-up-an-industrial-space/Wed, 25 Oct 2017 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/how-to-liven-up-an-industrial-space/ Two companies have come together to change the way South Africans eat. From the start of October, Food Lover’s Market and UberEATS have partnered up to produce meal kits – comprising fresh ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes – that will be delivered at Uber speed.
Brian Coppin, CEO of Food Lover’s Market, says ‘this was really a no-brainer for us. Our Love Movement marketing campaign was designed to get South Africans back into the kitchen and co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/food-lovers-market-and-ubereats-now-offer-meal-kits/Tue, 24 Oct 2017 16:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/food-lovers-market-and-ubereats-now-offer-meal-kits/ Joburg-based bespoke jewellery designers Geraldine Fenn and Eric Loubser are serious about supporting local creatives. ‘We’re both very visual people and art and design are very meaningful to us – our home is filled with contemporary South African art and pieces of furniture by local designers.’ In House and Leisure’s #HLLuxuryIssue – in stores and online now – we get to know the two designer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-designs-from-geraldine-fenn-and-eric-loubser/Tue, 24 Oct 2017 16:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-designs-from-geraldine-fenn-and-eric-loubser/ Joburg-based bespoke jewellery designers Geraldine Fenn and Eric Loubser are serious about supporting local creatives. ‘We’re both very visual people and art and design are very meaningful to us – our home is filled with contemporary South African art and pieces of furniture by local designers.’ In House and Leisure’s #HLLuxuryIssue – in stores and online now – we get to know the two designer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-designs-from-bespoke-jewellers-geraldine-fenn-and-eric-loubser/Tue, 24 Oct 2017 16:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-designs-from-bespoke-jewellers-geraldine-fenn-and-eric-loubser/ If you’re a fan of South African illustration, you’ll likely be familiar with Cape Town-based freelance illustrator and artist Jean de Wet. De Wet’s work is the stuff of magic. Playful line work and fanciful settings comprising monsters, wizards, cottages, the cosmos and more are the calling cards for a Jean de Wet piece. The many worlds and characters that he conjures]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/playful-communication-in-jean-de-wets-secret-messages-exhibition/Tue, 24 Oct 2017 14:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/playful-communication-in-jean-de-wets-secret-messages-exhibition/ With the school holidays around the corner, travelling abroad is a great way to entertain the kids while having a much-needed break yourself. Pentravel is your one-stop-shop for flight specials, exclusive deals and fun-filled holiday packages. They even have an entire ‘family break’ section dedicated to providing fun for those young and old. Read on for Pentravel’s summer hot spots.
magical mauritius
Image credit: Dan Freeman
For those who would]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hot-spots-for-a-family-getaway-this-december/Tue, 24 Oct 2017 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hot-spots-for-a-family-getaway-this-december/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/welcome-newness-with-coricraft/Mon, 23 Oct 2017 17:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/welcome-newness-with-coricraft/ Curry cauliflower rotis
Ingredients: 
600g cauliflower
2T cream
2T olive oil
A pinch of cumin
A pinch of dried coriander
2t mustard seeds
1/2t grated fresh turmeric
35g coconut flakes
A sprig of curry leaves
2 free-range eggs
2 rotis (can be bought frozen from most supermarkets)
Method:
Steam 400g of the cauliflower for 10 minutes o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/curry-cauliflower-rotis/Mon, 23 Oct 2017 17:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/curry-cauliflower-rotis/ 1. gift guides from South African]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-own-the-hlluxuryissue/Mon, 23 Oct 2017 16:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-own-the-hlluxuryissue/ When you first see the intimidating exterior of this villa in Lugano, Switzerland, it is difficult to imagine what is secreted away behind its high walls. Built on a plot that sits between a road and a formidable rock face, the concrete building seems to hang from the mountainside, and its minimalist geometric facade blends in with its wooded surrounds – so much]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-swiss-villa-restored-to-its-former-glory/Mon, 23 Oct 2017 11:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-swiss-villa-restored-to-its-former-glory/ Did you know that the V&A Waterfront has no less than eight museums and major art galleries that are all going to be open late for Museum Night on Wednesday 25 October? From the internationally acclaimed Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA), which has only been open for a month, to the Springbok Experience Rugby Museum and the Iziko Maritime Centre, there’s something on offer f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/itrsquos-museum-night-at-the-vampa-waterfront-on-25-october/Thu, 19 Oct 2017 13:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/itrsquos-museum-night-at-the-vampa-waterfront-on-25-october/ As we entered Robertson,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-four-cousins-restaurant-is-robertsons-newest-laid-back-spot/Thu, 19 Oct 2017 12:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-four-cousins-restaurant-is-robertsons-newest-laid-back-spot/ marrow
Image: Greg Cox
Exploring new culinary territories seems to be what Jeanne Marais, Dennis Williams, Anthony Gird and Michael de Klerk, the founders of&nbs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-hot-new-restaurants-to-try-in-the-cape-town-cbd/Thu, 19 Oct 2017 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-hot-new-restaurants-to-try-in-the-cape-town-cbd/ Gregor Jenkin is widely lauded as one of South Africa’s foremost designers. He was the first African designer to feature at Design Miami and has pieces in the permanent collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Modern Art. And, in the June issue of House and Leisure, he was one of our design heroes. Self-described as a ‘maker of things’, Jenkin’s interest in engineering, intervention and re-imagining has shaped unique a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/see-new-work-from-gregor-jenkin-at-southern-guild/Wed, 18 Oct 2017 14:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/see-new-work-from-gregor-jenkin-at-southern-guild/ greedy buddhaWith regular lunch specials, fresh Asian-inspired food and sleek, cosmopolitan interiors, Greedy Buddha is a great spot for long, lazy lunching. The diverse menu includes tapas-style bites like]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-lunch-spots-to-enjoy-in-durban-this-summer/Wed, 18 Oct 2017 14:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-lunch-spots-to-enjoy-in-durban-this-summer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-skinny-laminx-store-in-bree-street-gets-a-revamp/Wed, 18 Oct 2017 12:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-skinny-laminx-store-in-bree-street-gets-a-revamp/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-beginnings-at-broad-valley-farm/Wed, 18 Oct 2017 12:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/new-beginnings-at-broad-valley-farm/ The new set of paintings for ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/louis-vuitton-unveils-a-new-collaboration-with-jeff-koons/Tue, 17 Oct 2017 11:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/louis-vuitton-unveils-a-new-collaboration-with-jeff-koons/ The week-long festival will begin on 4 November with its grand opening; an occasion that will include pop-up bars, interactive cocktail activities, food stalls and live music. Visitors can experience condensed versions of popul]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sip-in-style-at-sa-cocktail-week/Tue, 17 Oct 2017 09:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sip-in-style-at-sa-cocktail-week/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/pichulik-teams-up-with-weylandts-for-a-capsule-collection/Mon, 16 Oct 2017 16:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/pichulik-teams-up-with-weylandts-for-a-capsule-collection/ When art historian and Dean of the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture at the University of Johannesburg Federico Fres]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-art-historians-characterful-home-in-kensington/Mon, 16 Oct 2017 11:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-art-historians-characterful-home-in-kensington/ When art historian and Dean of the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture at the University of Johannesburg Federico Fres]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-characterful-home-in-kensington/Mon, 16 Oct 2017 11:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-characterful-home-in-kensington/ Do you think you’ve got what it takes to follow in Brian’s footsteps and beco]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/brian-temba-is-the-face-of-shf-for-october/Mon, 16 Oct 2017 09:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/brian-temba-is-the-face-of-shf-for-october/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-innovative-street-food-spot-in-copenhagen-draws-the-crowds/Mon, 16 Oct 2017 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-innovative-street-food-spot-in-copenhagen-draws-the-crowds/ Pink has been trending for a while now, and this surprisingly versatile shade is still going strong. Its latest incarnation is as the focus for Swedish wallpaper company Rebel Walls‘ new Daydreamer collection. Gone are the days when pink was associated only with feminininity or romance – depending on how it’s used, it can brighten up an already friendly space, add drama or even help create a calming retreat.
A well-balanced shade with a hint o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dusty-pink-takes-centre-stage-in-a-new-collection-from-rebel-walls/Thu, 12 Oct 2017 17:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dusty-pink-takes-centre-stage-in-a-new-collection-from-rebel-walls/ As the Season of Sauvignon festival’s name implies, the event involves individual wine-makers situated along this route coming together to show off their best Sau]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-ready-for-the-annual-season-of-sauvignon/Thu, 12 Oct 2017 13:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-ready-for-the-annual-season-of-sauvignon/ The appeal of the jaffle lies in the combination of treats that it recalls – sandwich meets pie. A crisp outer shell that contains a wealth of saucy goodness at its centre, the jaffle is the ultimat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/venison-filled-jaffle-with-chvre/Thu, 12 Oct 2017 09:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/venison-filled-jaffle-with-chvre/ ‘It’s so imp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cape-town-honours-archbishop-tutu-with-a-boundary-breaking-public-design/Wed, 11 Oct 2017 17:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cape-town-honours-archbishop-tutu-with-a-boundary-breaking-public-design/ Skinny Love‘The beauty of floor lamps is that they can highlight pockets of space without putting your whole interior on display,’ comments Sumari Krige, founder of La Grange Interiors. With these versatile floor lamps, you can have your light and direct it too. Go for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sculptural-lighting-solutions-to-spruce-up-your-home/Wed, 11 Oct 2017 16:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sculptural-lighting-solutions-to-spruce-up-your-home/ The restaurant is bathed in light, thanks to its many large windows, which add to the welcoming atmosphere]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/reuben-riffel-opens-a-restaurant-in-his-home-town-of-franschhoek/Wed, 11 Oct 2017 12:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/reuben-riffel-opens-a-restaurant-in-his-home-town-of-franschhoek/ If you prefer a world where more really is more, y]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/make-gibsons-your-go-to-spot-for-burgers-and-shakes/Wed, 11 Oct 2017 12:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/make-gibsons-your-go-to-spot-for-burgers-and-shakes/ South Africa is rich with creative talent, so it’s only fitting that The Craft and Design Institute (CDI) has collaborated with Africa Press to bring you an A-Z listing of over 200 craft and design producers in the country. Cataloguing a wide range of South African products, Design Directory is a quick and easy reference for buyers, collectors, trend analysts and consumers.
Formerly The Cape Craft and De]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-design-directory-2017-2018-by-the-craft-and-design-institute/Wed, 11 Oct 2017 11:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-design-directory-2017-2018-by-the-craft-and-design-institute/ Willowlamp‘s enormous 9-ton chandelier for the Crown Perth Hotel in Australia made headlines earlier this year, but now, the South African lighting design company has moved in quite the opposite direction with a new range created especially for compact urban spaces. As such, the Small Space collection applies Willowlamp’s intricate, imaginative approach to a series of designs that make a statement without crowding your home.
The new p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/willowlamp-launches-a-collection-for-small-spaces/Wed, 11 Oct 2017 11:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/willowlamp-launches-a-collection-for-small-spaces/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/evolve-architects-shares-three-of-its-top-projects/Wed, 11 Oct 2017 10:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/evolve-architects-shares-three-of-its-top-projects/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/stings-massive-central-park-west-duplex-apartment-sold-for-50m/Wed, 11 Oct 2017 10:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/stings-massive-central-park-west-duplex-apartment-sold-for-50m/ Appropriately held on the rooftop of the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa, the most talked-about building in Cape Town at the moment, the gala awards ceremony for the Africa Architecture Awards was a glittering affair. The ceremony hosted more than 130 guests, including the Consul General of France in Cape Town, Mr Laurent Amar, the Chairman of the French South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Philip]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/africas-leading-architects-revealed-at-the-africa-architecture-awards/Wed, 11 Oct 2017 08:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/africas-leading-architects-revealed-at-the-africa-architecture-awards/ For this project, Studio Ashby joins three key sensibilities – curating, collecting and commissioning – in an aesthetic inspired by the imagined homeowner, an individual interested in the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/studio-ashby-designs-eclectic-apartments-in-london/Tue, 10 Oct 2017 14:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/studio-ashby-designs-eclectic-apartments-in-london/ Fuego was started in January of this year by New York native-turned-Capetonian Jennifer Fernandez, and embodies her passion for the cooking of Lati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fast-flavourful-fare-at-fuego-tacqueria/Tue, 10 Oct 2017 13:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fast-flavourful-fare-at-fuego-tacqueria/ One very important consideration when planning a trip to a local game reserve or a rugged, unspoi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/high-five-for-the-big-five-self-drive-tours/Tue, 10 Oct 2017 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/high-five-for-the-big-five-self-drive-tours/ The first South African chef to reach Michelin-star status, Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen, has opened a new private dining room to complement his existing restaurant, Jan, in the French city of Nice. Perfect for group bookings, Maria is named after his mother and grandmother, as well as the wife of Jan van Riebeeck – the pioneering Dutch commander of the colony at the Cape of Goo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/michelin-starred-restaurant-jan-opens-a-luxurious-new-dining-room-in-nice-france/Mon, 09 Oct 2017 10:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/michelin-starred-restaurant-jan-opens-a-luxurious-new-dining-room-in-nice-france/ ‘One gathers knowledge, intuition and creative spirit as one goes. If I could go back, I definitely would have become a landscape architect, because that’s where my real energetic passion sits,’ says Christine Read about designing and building her home.
T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-urban-eyrie-in-rosebank/Mon, 09 Oct 2017 10:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-urban-eyrie-in-rosebank/ ‘One gathers knowledge, intuition and creative spirit as one goes. If I could go back, I definitely would have become a landscape architect, because that’s where my real energetic passion sits,’ says Christine Read about designing and building her home.
T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-urban-eyrie-above-rosebanks-everard-read-gallery/Mon, 09 Oct 2017 10:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-urban-eyrie-above-rosebanks-everard-read-gallery/ It’s difficult to believe that The Rug Company has already been around for 20 years – it seems like only yesterday that this innovative brand, which collaborates with leading fashion and product designers, was the new kid on the block.
Appropriately, to celebrate this landmark anniversary, the company has launched a special collection of rugs by leading fashion designers Paul Smith, Alexander McQueen and Vivienne Westwood, iconic interior designer Ke]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-rug-company-launches-its-20th-anniversary-collection/Thu, 05 Oct 2017 16:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-rug-company-launches-its-20th-anniversary-collection/ The opening of Le Creuset’s store in Stellenbosch was celeb]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/le-creuset-opens-a-boutique-store-in-stellenbosch/Thu, 05 Oct 2017 16:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/le-creuset-opens-a-boutique-store-in-stellenbosch/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/atang-tshikare-completes-his-design-trilogy-with-okha/Thu, 05 Oct 2017 07:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/atang-tshikare-completes-his-design-trilogy-with-okha/ Set on a working stud farm and partner to the Druk My Niet wine estate in Paarl, the guesthouse’s remote setting an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/druk-my-niet-stud-where-agriculture-meets-epicure/Thu, 05 Oct 2017 07:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/druk-my-niet-stud-where-agriculture-meets-epicure/ When encountering the ceramic world of Bosa for the first time, it’s immediately clear that its creations are something special. Established back in 1976 by Italo Bosa, Bosa remains one of the most interesting ceramic brands operating today.
Inspired by the enchanting countryside of Borso del Grappa in Venice, Italy, Bosa began producing whimsical ceramics with a distinctly cosmopolitan edge. He would later]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bosas-playful-ceramics-are-a-welcome-addition-to-crma-design/Thu, 05 Oct 2017 07:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bosas-playful-ceramics-are-a-welcome-addition-to-crma-design/ In an effort to discover and encourage emerging design talent, Leon at CCXIX and St Leger & Viney launched the 12 Izitulo Design Challenge at the beginning of 2017. The competition called for unique chair designs, the winner receiving a 12-month design contract with Leon at CCXIX, a share of the sales from their own design and a R10 000 fabri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/meet-the-winners-of-the-12-izitulo-design-challenge/Thu, 05 Oct 2017 06:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/meet-the-winners-of-the-12-izitulo-design-challenge/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/how-to-celebrate-garden-day-in-south-africa/Thu, 05 Oct 2017 06:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/how-to-celebrate-garden-day-in-south-africa/ While Food24’s Next Gen winner Meanda Mills didn’t have any ‘lightbulb moments’ where she suddenly realised she should be a chef, she’s always been most comfortable in the kitchen – a place where she feels she can truly express herself. ‘I love the joy that you can bring to people with a single meal. It’s a love that you cannot explain to anybody who]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/chatting-to-food24s-next-gen-winner-meanda-mills/Thu, 05 Oct 2017 06:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/chatting-to-food24s-next-gen-winner-meanda-mills/ The lucky winner was Robyn Galiem, who will now receive the bathroom of her dreams. With extensive interior design experience, including consulting, me]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/what-to-consider-when-tiling-your-bathroom/Thu, 05 Oct 2017 06:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/what-to-consider-when-tiling-your-bathroom/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/find-house-and-leisures-display-box-at-the-zone-rosebank/Wed, 04 Oct 2017 12:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/find-house-and-leisures-display-box-at-the-zone-rosebank/ Google Banele Khoza and almost every digital piece written about this young Pretoria-based artist will say that he’s someone to watch – and we couldn’t agree more. His emotionally-charged paintings that engage with the disorienting experience of coming of age in the 21st century are not only beautiful to look at, they also get to the heart of what it means to be human. For Khoza, art and life are one and the same, and his paintings read like pages from his journal]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-day-in-the-life-of-banele-khoza/Wed, 04 Oct 2017 11:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-day-in-the-life-of-banele-khoza/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/three-spectacular-living-buildings-around-the-world/Wed, 04 Oct 2017 10:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/three-spectacular-living-buildings-around-the-world/ This innovative, open-plan sp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-yard-opens-its-doors-in-the-mother-city/Wed, 04 Oct 2017 07:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-yard-opens-its-doors-in-the-mother-city/ muizenberg festival
Image via J Daniel Hunger
WHEN: Sunday, 1 October to Sunday, 15 October 2017
WHERE: Throughout Muizenberg, Cape Town
WHAT: A collection of smaller events make up the Muizenberg Festival, w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/11-events-to-attend-this-october/Tue, 03 Oct 2017 15:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/11-events-to-attend-this-october/ frozen grape and fennel frappé with sparkling wineIngredients
500g fresh green seedless grapes, stems removed1/2 fennel bulb, thinly shaved750ml dry sparkling wine, chilled
Method
Freeze the grapes and half the shaved fennel. Once frozen, blend into an iced paste and spoon into serving]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/frozen-grape-and-fennel-frapp-with-sparkling-wine/Tue, 03 Oct 2017 09:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/frozen-grape-and-fennel-frapp-with-sparkling-wine/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/exploring-niki-de-saint-phalles-remarkable-tarot-garden/Tue, 03 Oct 2017 08:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/exploring-niki-de-saint-phalles-remarkable-tarot-garden/ As you make your way from Cape Town’s buzzing CBD up into the leafy vales of Higgovale on the slopes of Table Mountain, a forest canopy of trees helps create a magical ambience, where the sound of the city is dimmed. It’s this restful otherworldliness, just five minutes from the city centre, that encouraged international furniture superstar Jan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/discover-the-story-behind-the-iconic-bridge-house/Mon, 02 Oct 2017 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/discover-the-story-behind-the-iconic-bridge-house/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/neil-roake-shares-his-top-design-tips/Fri, 29 Sep 2017 09:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/neil-roake-shares-his-top-design-tips/ Brought up on Rocky Ridge organic farm in Muldersdrift, Gauteng, in a vegetarian home where meals were made from the seasonal produce growing outside, Antonia De Luca has always had a love of good, wholesome food. She spent her younger years helping out in the family restaurant, Casalinga Ristorante Italiano, where her passion for feeding people surfaced, so it was only natural for h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-recipes-from-our-organic-garden-by-antonia-de-luca/Fri, 29 Sep 2017 09:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-recipes-from-our-organic-garden-by-antonia-de-luca/ What happens inside a Dialog oven from a technical point of view?
This new product uses electromagn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mieles-new-dialog-oven-is-a-game-changer/Fri, 29 Sep 2017 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mieles-new-dialog-oven-is-a-game-changer/ Wyoming in north-western USA is a state of breathtaking natural beauty, with a record of inspiring creative minds such as author Annie Proulx, who lived there for 20 years. The small gateway town of Jackson (sometimes referred to as ‘Jackson Hole’, the valley in which it’s located) is a fitting home for a beautiful revamped hotel:]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-anvil-opens-its-doors-in-wyoming/Thu, 28 Sep 2017 10:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-anvil-opens-its-doors-in-wyoming/ How did you get into photography?Straight after finishing school in Cape Town, I decided to travel and work abroad, and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-minutes-with-photographer-rudi-geyser/Wed, 27 Sep 2017 15:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-minutes-with-photographer-rudi-geyser/ Clinton’s love for a mod-tropical aesthetic began as far back as 1997 while he was studying visual art in Durban. He looked to the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/these-graphic-printed-beach-towels-feel-like-summer/Wed, 27 Sep 2017 14:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/these-graphic-printed-beach-towels-feel-like-summer/ I love the central location of this home, which lies between the city and the Atlantic Seaboard, because I am minutes aw]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/joshin-raghubars-home-truths/Tue, 26 Sep 2017 11:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/joshin-raghubars-home-truths/ spider plantsThis resilient variety will thrive in spite of the hapless gardener – they’re low-maintenance and double as air purifiers, efficiently tackling toxins in the air. They even generate progeny neatly in long offshoots that can be transplanted easily. Spider plants grow in conditions ranging f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-pet-friendly-indoor-plants/Tue, 26 Sep 2017 10:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-pet-friendly-indoor-plants/ With the desire to create an environment that was of an international standard in mind, the menu offers a contemporary take on traditional tapas – think spicy seared tuna with a c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/luncheon-gets-luxurious-at-lou-lous/Tue, 26 Sep 2017 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/luncheon-gets-luxurious-at-lou-lous/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/how-to-renovate-without-renovating/Tue, 26 Sep 2017 09:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/how-to-renovate-without-renovating/ 1. Be inventive with your flights
On average, it costs around R25 000 to fly directly to Cuba, but thanks to the KLM and Air]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-things-you-need-to-know-before-you-fly-to-cuba/Tue, 26 Sep 2017 06:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-things-you-need-to-know-before-you-fly-to-cuba/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hlgoestropical-inside-our-new-october-issue/Mon, 25 Sep 2017 09:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hlgoestropical-inside-our-new-october-issue/ juice more
The Breville Juice Fountain Cold (R2 799) minimises damage to delicate vitamins and minerals from heat and processing using Cold Spin Technology. Pop the 2L jug in the fridge for fresh juice da]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-make-breville-your-go-to-kitchen-appliance-supplier/Fri, 22 Sep 2017 17:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-make-breville-your-go-to-kitchen-appliance-supplier/ Lifestyle blogger Taz Sithole is the Next Generation face of local furniture brand SHF this September. Believing that ‘style represents signature layers of who you are and how you value and define yourself’, Taz curates a life of luxury through her blog, Her Luxurious Africa, which has a particular focus on careers, style and homes. With a Masters in corporate law and an MBA, she finds the perfect life balance through her passion for all things beautiful.
Do you]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/you-could-be-the-next-face-of-shf/Fri, 22 Sep 2017 17:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/you-could-be-the-next-face-of-shf/ It’s difficult to believe that this family home was once a warren of enclosed, box-like rooms leading off a corridor so dark that you had to keep the lights on during the day. Now, when you walk through the glass front]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-light-washed-saxonwold-home-filled-with-art/Fri, 22 Sep 2017 17:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-light-washed-saxonwold-home-filled-with-art/ The small art- and wine-rich town of Franschhoek in the Western Cape already has the atmosphere of a holiday destination, even for Cape Town locals. Add in a subtly elegant hotel and a five-star fine-dining experience and visiting the valley – even for a night – becomes a luxurious affair.
A 21-room boutique hotel, Le Quartier Français is set amidst perfumed gardens and surrounded by majesti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/la-petite-colombe-at-le-quartier-franais-is-the-next-big-foodie-hit/Fri, 22 Sep 2017 16:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/la-petite-colombe-at-le-quartier-franais-is-the-next-big-foodie-hit/ scent]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spice-of-the-week-scented-cinnamon/Fri, 22 Sep 2017 16:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spice-of-the-week-scented-cinnamon/ Famed for its spectacular showcase of flowering wisteria, the Kawachi Fujien gardens in Kitakyushu, Japan is a private garden only open during wisteria season and in autumn.
Japan is famous for its cherry blossom trees, however wisteria is also found all over the country and is equally mesmerising. The hanging flower is an important part of Japanese culture, appearing in popular folk paintings (Otsu-e) and traditional dances. Wisteria can live for decades]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wander-through-japans-magical-kawachi-fujien-gardens/Fri, 22 Sep 2017 11:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wander-through-japans-magical-kawachi-fujien-gardens/ The brand-new store, designed by Cape Town-based interior design studio ARRCC, will be located at the Willowbridge shopping centre in Tyger Valley. According to yuppiechef.com co-founder and managing director Andrew Smith, ‘]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/yuppiechefcom-launches-its-first-physical-store/Fri, 22 Sep 2017 11:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/yuppiechefcom-launches-its-first-physical-store/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/west-coast-wander-family-ties-finns-and-fishing-in-velddrif/Fri, 22 Sep 2017 10:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/west-coast-wander-family-ties-finns-and-fishing-in-velddrif/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bokkom-pt-with-cape-gooseberry-chutney-and-roosterkoek/Fri, 22 Sep 2017 10:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/bokkom-pt-with-cape-gooseberry-chutney-and-roosterkoek/ lush loft livingAmsterdam’s The Loft combines Scandi-styl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-ways-to-green-up-your-interiors/Thu, 21 Sep 2017 15:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-ways-to-green-up-your-interiors/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/introducing-marrow-cape-towns-dedicated-broth-bar/Thu, 21 Sep 2017 12:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/introducing-marrow-cape-towns-dedicated-broth-bar/ Africa’s first museum of contemporary African art, the Zeitz MOCAA, has officially launched in Cape Town, with work from an astounding array of artists on show to celebrate the occasion. Among this inaugural line-up is Sethembile Msezane, whose powerful art subverts colonialist ideologies and highlights the history of black women in South Africa. We chat to her about the museum opening and what she’s got on show.
What do your works showcase]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sethembile-msezane-talks-about-her-exhibition-for-zeitz-mocaa/Wed, 20 Sep 2017 10:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sethembile-msezane-talks-about-her-exhibition-for-zeitz-mocaa/ Following the success of his first cookbook Savannah to Sea – Fine Cuisine Under an African Sky, award-winning chef Nico Verster takes you on a flavourful journey through Africa with innovative recipes and vibrant dishes in this, his new book. ‘The cuisine of Africa is as rich and varied as the continent is big, and is a treat for the senses,’ Verster writes – a sentiment that is all the more per]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-safaris-amp-spices-by-nico-verster/Wed, 20 Sep 2017 10:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/book-review-safaris-amp-spices-by-nico-verster/ The morning after the launch of the 2017 Sasol New Signatures Art Competition, a bus filled with art critics, journalists and bloggers rolls along the N1 en-route to the Pretoria Arts Association gallery. They’re all there as part of a media tour for the competition and its subsequent exhibition, the winners of which were announced the evening before. It’s a hot day and inside the bus, people are i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/conversations-on-a-bus-the-2017-sasol-new-signatures-art-competition-in-review/Mon, 18 Sep 2017 23:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/conversations-on-a-bus-the-2017-sasol-new-signatures-art-competition-in-review/ american shuttersIn 1985 American Shutters introduced adjustable louvre shutters to South Africa, and they’ve stayed at the cutting edge of interior design ever since. The company’s brand-new security shutters made from alumin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/stylish-safety-solutions-for-your-home/Mon, 18 Sep 2017 17:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/stylish-safety-solutions-for-your-home/ A vintage photograph of the Grain Silo.
1924 The Grain Silo is opened, becoming the tallest building in Southern Afri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-timeline-of-cape-towns-zeitz-mocaa-silo-building/Mon, 18 Sep 2017 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-timeline-of-cape-towns-zeitz-mocaa-silo-building/ Millennial PinkForget those mumsy offerings of the 1950s – the next generation of pink bathrooms is subtle, sophisticated and incredibly current. If you prefer white porcelain, pair yours with a blush-toned feature wall and copper accents, as seen in this Cuna bath in White wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/discover-the-bathroom-colour-code/Sun, 17 Sep 2017 22:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/discover-the-bathroom-colour-code/ With seven floors open to the public, more than 100 gallery spaces packed with African contemporary art and some spectacular architecture to enjoy, there is much to take in on a first visit to the new Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) in Cape Town. The museum is also opening (on 22 September) with 10 individually curated shows on offer, so you might want to make a note of the exhibitions you absolutely have to see rath]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/so-much-to-see-so-little-time-at-the-new-zeitz-mocaa/Sun, 17 Sep 2017 14:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/so-much-to-see-so-little-time-at-the-new-zeitz-mocaa/ botanica en masse
Botanica wallpaper in Grey from the Wallpaper Collection, available from Devon & Devon
This wallpaper combines oversized flowers, fruits and exotic plants for a friendly, tropical aesthetic. Who needs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-your-spring-on-5-floral-wallpapers-from-our-pinterest-boards/Sun, 17 Sep 2017 13:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-your-spring-on-5-floral-wallpapers-from-our-pinterest-boards/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/urban-living-with-liam-mooney/Sun, 17 Sep 2017 13:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/urban-living-with-liam-mooney/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/urban-living-with-interior-designer-liam-mooney/Sun, 17 Sep 2017 13:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/urban-living-with-interior-designer-liam-mooney/ Through a series of in-depth coverage we’ve been exploring what the Zeitz MOCAA means for the local art industry – from a deep]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisures-team-picks-at-the-zeitz-mocaa/Fri, 15 Sep 2017 15:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/house-and-leisures-team-picks-at-the-zeitz-mocaa/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/donald-nxumalo-returns-to-win-a-home-as-a-judge/Fri, 15 Sep 2017 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/donald-nxumalo-returns-to-win-a-home-as-a-judge/ It’s not every day that a beautiful new museum opens in a South African city – and this museum, which is dedicated to showcasing the contemporary art of Africa and its diaspora, isn’t just a remarkable building. (Although it absolutely is that, too.) It’s the very first museum dedicated to African contemporary art on the African continent… just think about that for a moment. Here we are in 2017, and Africa finally has a place where its own a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-zeitz-mocaa-is-finally-opening-its-doors/Fri, 15 Sep 2017 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-zeitz-mocaa-is-finally-opening-its-doors/ It’s not every day that a beautiful new museum opens in a South African city – and this museum, which is dedicated to showcasing the contemporary art of Africa and its diaspora, isn’t just a remarkable building. (Although it absolutely is that, too.) It’s the very first museum dedicated to African contemporary art on the African continent… just think about that for a moment. Here we are in 2017, and Africa finally has a place where its own a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-zeitz-mocaa-in-cape-town-is-finally-opening-its-doors/Fri, 15 Sep 2017 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-zeitz-mocaa-in-cape-town-is-finally-opening-its-doors/ It’s not every day that a beautiful new museum opens in a South African city – and this museum, which is dedicated to showcasing the contemporary art of Africa and its diaspora, isn’t just a remarkable building. (Although it absolutely is that, too.) It’s the very first museum dedicated to African contemporary art on the African continent… just think about that for a moment. Here we are in 2017, and Africa finally has a place where its own a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-much-anticipated-zeitz-mocaa-is-finally-opening-its-doors/Fri, 15 Sep 2017 09:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-much-anticipated-zeitz-mocaa-is-finally-opening-its-doors/ tangy turmeric
Image via Dr Weil
Golden and flavo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spice-of-the-week-tangy-turmeric/Thu, 14 Sep 2017 16:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spice-of-the-week-tangy-turmeric/ How has the art industry changed in the last decade?The industry has grown, and generally the market focus has been shifting from Asia to Africa. The rich history of Africa, its many social, political, economi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/in-conversation-with-goodman-gallery-owner-liza-essers/Thu, 14 Sep 2017 15:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/in-conversation-with-goodman-gallery-owner-liza-essers/ At Roast & Co, a new eatery in Shortmarket Street, Cape Town, the experience begins long before your food arrives at the table. Thanks to its simple yet beguiling menu, this restaurant is the perfect excuse to skip dinner at home and indulge in a night out. The inviting interiors are part and parcel of the dining experience and, with owners who k]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/roast-amp-co-the-cape-town-eatery-going-back-to-basics/Thu, 14 Sep 2017 14:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/roast-amp-co-the-cape-town-eatery-going-back-to-basics/ Bold and provocative, Zimbabwean contemporary artist Kudzanai Chiurai’s work is represented in depth in the Zeitz MOCAA collection, and curator-at-large of photography Azu Nwagbogu says that in his view, Chiurai’s show is a must-see when visiting the museum for the first time. A mid-career retrospective that includes work in multiple mediums and explores the feminist ideas that are expressed in the artist’s wo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/zimbabwean-artist-kudzanai-chiurai-is-regarding-the-ease-of-others/Thu, 14 Sep 2017 12:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/zimbabwean-artist-kudzanai-chiurai-is-regarding-the-ease-of-others/ The Guild Group and Wallpaper* joins forces to celebrate ‘finely formed and forward-thinking’ design on 14 September by launching a WallpaperSTORE* pop-up in Cape Town – just in time for the much-anticipated opening of Zeitz MOCAA.
This exciting collaboration will be housed in the GUILD Store – part of The Guild Group’s new flagship space at the V&A Waterfront’s Silo district. The exclusive offering brings together some of the b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wallpaperstore-gets-a-pop-up-shop-at-guild/Wed, 13 Sep 2017 18:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wallpaperstore-gets-a-pop-up-shop-at-guild/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/flaggs-whimsical-yet-macabre-creations-are-born-out-of-play/Wed, 13 Sep 2017 17:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/flaggs-whimsical-yet-macabre-creations-are-born-out-of-play/ This is just another step in Africa&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/african-design-goes-global-with-design-indaba-and-ikea/Wed, 13 Sep 2017 14:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/african-design-goes-global-with-design-indaba-and-ikea/ What’s it like to travel the world assessing trends, and create furniture for one of the country’s best-known interiors retailers? We asked Coricraft buyer Megan Morgan how she finds her inspiration, what an average day in her life is like and how to instantly update a room.
You travel extensively and get the latest insights into international design trends. What are the top trends you see coming through i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-minutes-with-megan-morgan-of-coricraft/Wed, 13 Sep 2017 14:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-minutes-with-megan-morgan-of-coricraft/ The 2017 FNB JoburgArtFair has officially come to a close. Over the next few weeks, reviews, photographs, videos and more will come flooding through, each trying to capture the excitement and the chaos of it all. But how does one put an event as large or longstanding as this into perspective?
For starters, it is a terr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/in-review-the-10th-annual-fnb-joburgartfair/Wed, 13 Sep 2017 13:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/in-review-the-10th-annual-fnb-joburgartfair/ ‘Andile’s work is most compelling in that it is grounded in its tribute to the earth and simultaneously shaped by a lifelong affinity with c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/andile-dyalvane-is-showing-a-new-body-of-work-at-guild/Mon, 11 Sep 2017 14:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/andile-dyalvane-is-showing-a-new-body-of-work-at-guild/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/studio-ashby-designs-a-soho-apartment-with-soul/Mon, 11 Sep 2017 10:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/studio-ashby-designs-a-soho-apartment-with-soul/ We’ve also heard that the next wave of additions to the neighbourhood includes the first restaurant f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/walk-this-way-down-durbans-famous-florida-road/Fri, 08 Sep 2017 08:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/walk-this-way-down-durbans-famous-florida-road/ Today we’re thrilled to announce an exciting first for House and Leisure. Our new online store has launched, bringing you an easily shoppable selection of the best South African design. Arranged into convenient categories so that you can browse items for your kitchen, dining room, bedroom and more, everything you see has been handpicked by the House and Leisure team. A few of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/explore-house-and-leisures-brand-new-online-shop/Fri, 08 Sep 2017 08:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/explore-house-and-leisures-brand-new-online-shop/ punchy paprika
Image via Precision Nutrition
In its most basic form, paprika is made up of ground, dried bell peppers, but o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spice-of-the-week-punchy-paprika/Thu, 07 Sep 2017 17:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spice-of-the-week-punchy-paprika/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/10-years-of-the-fnb-joburgartfair/Thu, 07 Sep 2017 12:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/10-years-of-the-fnb-joburgartfair/ The latest project by Bottura’s non-profit organisation Food for Soul, Refettorio Felix is located in St Cuthbert’s community centre, which has been]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/ilse-crawford-designs-a-curated-community-kitchen-in-london/Thu, 07 Sep 2017 11:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/ilse-crawford-designs-a-curated-community-kitchen-in-london/ From small, sculptural pieces to larger-than-life chandeliers, Adam Hoets is well versed in the art of lighting design. His company Willowlamp has numerous awards to its name, with lamps and chandeliers seen in some of the finest homes and hotels around the world – including a 12t creation that hangs in the lobby of the Crown Perth Hotel in Australia. Hoets graduated from the University of Ca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-art-of-lighting-with-adam-hoets/Thu, 07 Sep 2017 08:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-art-of-lighting-with-adam-hoets/ While feature walls have been trending in interiors for a while now, wallpapers often play the leading role. For a different take, Oren Sachs, managing director at WOMAG tells us how to make a statement in the bathroom using tiles alone. Not only can they be used in diverse and interesting ways, they aren’t susceptible to water damage as wallpapers and other app]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/use-tiles-to-create-an-accent-wall-in-your-bathroom/Wed, 06 Sep 2017 17:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/use-tiles-to-create-an-accent-wall-in-your-bathroom/ With rooms that reflect cool designer studios, striking work by Cameron Platter and emerging local artists, and a magnetic energy that runs throughout the space, Radisson RED is set to become one of the city’s top contemporary hotels. We sat down with hotel curator Dale Simpson to get a snapshot of what guests can expect.
What is the role of a Radisson RED curator?
The RED brand takes inspiration from art, music and fashion – and it requires curation]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/how-cape-towns-radisson-red-is-challenging-the-traditional-hotel-model/Wed, 06 Sep 2017 14:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/how-cape-towns-radisson-red-is-challenging-the-traditional-hotel-model/ With rooms that reflect cool designer studios, striking work by Cameron Platter and emerging local artists, and a magnetic energy that runs throughout the space, Radisson RED is set to become one of the city’s top contemporary hotels. We sat down with hotel curator Dale Simpson to get a snapshot of what guests can expect.
What is the role of a Radisson RED curator?
The RED brand takes inspiration from art, music and fashion – and it requires curation]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cape-towns-radisson-red-is-challenging-the-traditional-hotel-model/Wed, 06 Sep 2017 14:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cape-towns-radisson-red-is-challenging-the-traditional-hotel-model/ In the 32 years Marguerite Steyn and her husband Lourens have been living in Wellington in the Western Cape, they’ve always opted for a low-maintenance, structured town garden – but Marguerite secretly wished for a sweeping]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-sweeping-green-wonderland-in-wellington/Wed, 06 Sep 2017 13:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-sweeping-green-wonderland-in-wellington/ The store, designed by architect Ivan Peens, is minimal and luxurious, with only a playful splash of yellow]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/kat-van-duinens-luxurious-new-flagship-store/Wed, 06 Sep 2017 10:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/kat-van-duinens-luxurious-new-flagship-store/ The main attraction definitely had to be the bevy of food trucks that set up shop. Offering various on-the-go dishes from the obscure to the adored, a stand-out meal included the butterm]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/no-cutlery-required-at-the-cape-town-street-food-festival/Tue, 05 Sep 2017 17:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/no-cutlery-required-at-the-cape-town-street-food-festival/ The world of South African contemporary art has never been more exciting than it is right now. With the 10th edition of the FNB JoburgArtFair taking place on 8-10 September and the remarkable Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa officially opening to the public in Cape Town on 22 September, these are very special times for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/explore-south-africas-contemporary-art-scene-with-art-map-sa/Tue, 05 Sep 2017 16:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/explore-south-africas-contemporary-art-scene-with-art-map-sa/ The thinking behind The Leopard + was to streamline the core business to focus on what works well – the food – an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/jozis-the-leopard-deli-where-less-is-more/Tue, 05 Sep 2017 11:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/jozis-the-leopard-deli-where-less-is-more/ ‘I don’t think I’m actually a twitcher. Twitchers are people who tick off every new bird they see; they compile copious lists and they travel all over the country to see a particular species. I keep abreast of that,’ she says. ‘Right now, there’s a new Egypt]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/indigenous-plants-bring-birds-to-the-yard/Mon, 04 Sep 2017 17:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/indigenous-plants-bring-birds-to-the-yard/ Adding to an already impressive history of collaborations, French designer furniture company Roche Bobois has joined forces with French fashion house Christian Lacroix to bring an exclusive new collection to life.
Creative director of Christian Lacroix Sacha Walckhoff designed 20 pieces of furniture for the range, which includes a dining room table, dining chairs, rugs, scr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/roche-bobois-joins-forces-with-christian-lacroix/Mon, 04 Sep 2017 14:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/roche-bobois-joins-forces-with-christian-lacroix/ After much deliberation, two short-lists and multiple home visits, Alon, Oren and Coral Sachs from WOMAG, together with interior designer S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/meet-the-winner-of-womags-cinderella-bathroom-makeover/Mon, 04 Sep 2017 13:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/meet-the-winner-of-womags-cinderella-bathroom-makeover/ During the time when Johanne Balfour was building her family home in Sandton, Joburg, she rented a house designed by Mid-Century South African architect Norman Eaton. Eaton’s legacy is best summed up as pioneering a kind of Highveld regional modernism – and Johanne, who is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/this-highveld-house-stands-out-like-a-jewel-in-the-landscape/Mon, 04 Sep 2017 07:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/this-highveld-house-stands-out-like-a-jewel-in-the-landscape/ slee]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/travel-new-orleans-where-to-eat-sleep-and-drink-in-the-big-easy/Fri, 01 Sep 2017 08:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/travel-new-orleans-where-to-eat-sleep-and-drink-in-the-big-easy/ zingy za’atar
Image via The Spruce
Fragrant, tangy and with just a hint of nuttiness, za’atar is a simple blend of thyme, sesame seeds and dried sumac. This Middl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spice-of-the-week-zingy-zaatar/Fri, 01 Sep 2017 07:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spice-of-the-week-zingy-zaatar/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/west-coast-wander-remembering-the-st-helena-bay-butchery/Thu, 31 Aug 2017 16:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/west-coast-wander-remembering-the-st-helena-bay-butchery/ Ingredients2 to 4 large lemons
150ml extra virgin olive oil
Coars]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/braised-lamb-chops-with-garlic-lemon-and-rosemary/Thu, 31 Aug 2017 16:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/braised-lamb-chops-with-garlic-lemon-and-rosemary/ Tappan is a modern gallery experience. The Los Angeles-based, curated e-commerce platform sells original paintings, drawings, sculpture, photography and fine art prints by up-and-coming artists from around the world. Wanting to make emerging, contemporary art more accessible – and bring art back into the foundation of the common conversation – 29-year-old entrepreneur Chelsea Nassib co-founded the company, which currently represents over 53 artis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/101-guide-to-building-an-art-collection/Thu, 31 Aug 2017 12:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/101-guide-to-building-an-art-collection/ If we had to make a list of the most recognisable homes in the Cape, ‘Die Es’ would surely be one of them. With its distinct wave-like roof, the house is a meeting of two worlds: highly conceptual design and practical everyday use. Architect Gawie Fagan and his wife Gwen built it in Camps Bay ba]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/this-captivating-camps-bay-home-stands-the-test-of-time/Thu, 31 Aug 2017 10:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/this-captivating-camps-bay-home-stands-the-test-of-time/ For more, visit lakinogunbanwo.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/high-fashion-meets-classic-portraiture-in-lakin-ogunbanwos-work/Thu, 31 Aug 2017 09:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/high-fashion-meets-classic-portraiture-in-lakin-ogunbanwos-work/ cape homemakers expo
Details from the exhibitors at the Cape Homemakers Expo 2016.WHEN 31 August to 3 September 2017
WHERE Cape Town International Convention Centre, Convention Square, 1 Lower Long Street, Cape Town
WHAT Discover ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-top-12-events-to-attend-this-september/Wed, 30 Aug 2017 15:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-top-12-events-to-attend-this-september/ In an exclusive video tour, we discover the story behind the abode with&]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/take-a-video-tour-of-the-iconic-bridge-house/Wed, 30 Aug 2017 12:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/take-a-video-tour-of-the-iconic-bridge-house/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-20-off-your-next-shf-purchase/Wed, 30 Aug 2017 11:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-20-off-your-next-shf-purchase/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-20-off-with-shf/Wed, 30 Aug 2017 11:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-20-off-with-shf/ september
Festival Jazz à La Villette
For fans of jazz and swing, the Festival Jazz à La Villette presents a wide-ranging musical programme – including plenty of offerings especially created for children – between 31 August and 17 September.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/whats-on-in-paris-a-cultural-diary/Tue, 29 Aug 2017 14:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/whats-on-in-paris-a-cultural-diary/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/best-in-show-houtlanders-minimal-oak-furniture-is-built-to-last/Tue, 29 Aug 2017 13:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/best-in-show-houtlanders-minimal-oak-furniture-is-built-to-last/ The remarkable Tarot Garden in a park near Capalbio, Tuscany, is French sculptor, painter and filmmaker Niki de Saint Phalle’s crowning achievement as an artist. We explore the garden in the September issue of House and Leisure and, here, we discover her influencers.
park güell by antoni gaudí
Image via Barcelona City Travel
One of Niki De Saint Phalle’s early inspirations included the work of Catalan archit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/discover-the-inspiration-behind-niki-de-saint-phalles-tarot-garden/Mon, 28 Aug 2017 16:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/discover-the-inspiration-behind-niki-de-saint-phalles-tarot-garden/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-boutique-perfume-houses-we-love/Mon, 28 Aug 2017 16:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-boutique-perfume-houses-we-love/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/here-they-are-meet-2017s-top-10-chenins/Mon, 28 Aug 2017 13:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/here-they-are-meet-2017s-top-10-chenins/ guide to the FNB JoburgArtFair
It’s the 10th anniversary of the FNB JoburgArtFair, and we celebrate this wit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-house-and-leisures-annual-art-issue/Mon, 28 Aug 2017 13:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-house-and-leisures-annual-art-issue/ Bearing in mind that the best kind of egg is arguably one with a runny yolk, it’s recommended that you cook the egg]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/four-ways-to-enjoy-your-breakfast-boiled-egg/Mon, 28 Aug 2017 10:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/four-ways-to-enjoy-your-breakfast-boiled-egg/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/embrace-a-work-from-home-lifestyle-with-dulux/Mon, 28 Aug 2017 07:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/embrace-a-work-from-home-lifestyle-with-dulux/ The brainchild of Jarryd and Ariel Segal, The Chicken Shop is situated on the same road as their popular eatery Jarryd’s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/flavoursome-fowl-at-the-chicken-shop/Fri, 25 Aug 2017 11:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/flavoursome-fowl-at-the-chicken-shop/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/organic-gin-comes-to-south-africa-with-profumi-ditalia/Fri, 25 Aug 2017 10:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/organic-gin-comes-to-south-africa-with-profumi-ditalia/ An industry leader in providing carefully curated furnishings for every space in your home, SHF prides itself on its innovative approach to staying ahead in the ever-shifting milieu of interior styling. Positive thinking is a key factor in creativity, and the trend-]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/look-forward-to-spring-with-shf/Fri, 25 Aug 2017 10:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/look-forward-to-spring-with-shf/ best of local fare
The fourth edition of the popular festival is the biggest yet, kicking off at Side Street Studios in Woodstock, Cape Town, on 2 and 3 September. In a series of free talks, leading culinary minds includ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/win-tickets-to-the-visa-street-food-festival-2017/Fri, 25 Aug 2017 08:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/win-tickets-to-the-visa-street-food-festival-2017/ Described on Airbnb as ‘a fusion of old and new, a tribute to the life of Betsey Johnson and all of her favourite things’, th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/betsey-johnsons-mexican-villa-is-now-listed-on-airbnb/Thu, 24 Aug 2017 14:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/betsey-johnsons-mexican-villa-is-now-listed-on-airbnb/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/whats-for-breakfast-with-jonathan-duiker/Thu, 24 Aug 2017 13:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/whats-for-breakfast-with-jonathan-duiker/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/step-into-spring-with-al-fresco-dining/Wed, 23 Aug 2017 20:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/step-into-spring-with-al-fresco-dining/ Situated near the 18th-century archit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-workspace-of-our-dreams-is-in-paris/Wed, 23 Aug 2017 20:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-workspace-of-our-dreams-is-in-paris/ Over the years, Caesarstone has worked with some of the world’s leading designers to produce award-winning furniture, having previously partnered with the likes of Jaime Hayón, Tom Dixon and Sebastian Herkner. Recently, the brand set its sights on South Africa to launch Caesarstone Concepts. Three influential local designers were called up]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/caesarstone-concepts-launches-with-three-furniture-collaborations/Wed, 23 Aug 2017 14:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/caesarstone-concepts-launches-with-three-furniture-collaborations/ All the participating wine farms will be throwing open their doors for visitors to taste their cellar gems and unique local produce. ‘The wineries of Bot River are truly a welcoming community, and the Spring Weekend is one of our favouri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrate-the-arrival-of-spring-at-the-bot-river-spring-weekend/Wed, 23 Aug 2017 08:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/celebrate-the-arrival-of-spring-at-the-bot-river-spring-weekend/ When we were invited to tour the hotel, we discovered that the interiors are equally as impressive the exterior. Desmond O’Con]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/discover-dazzling-design-at-the-radisson-blu-hotel-amp-residence/Tue, 22 Aug 2017 18:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/discover-dazzling-design-at-the-radisson-blu-hotel-amp-residence/ ‘Gin has long been enjoyed in South Africa and, for decades, we have been drinking many imported Bri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-gin-box-sas-first-craft-gin-club/Tue, 22 Aug 2017 09:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-gin-box-sas-first-craft-gin-club/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/squeeze-the-last-few-indulgent-days-out-of-winter/Mon, 21 Aug 2017 21:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/squeeze-the-last-few-indulgent-days-out-of-winter/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/pablo-escobars-former-mansion-is-now-an-art-filled-luxury-resort/Mon, 21 Aug 2017 21:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/pablo-escobars-former-mansion-is-now-an-art-filled-luxury-resort/ Ever since seeing the unusual work of conceptual art and product design studio Stay Evil Kids at 100% Design South Africa this month, we’ve been besotted. Co-founders Wendy Dixon and Jennifer Bradley have launched with nine unique designs, each combining a freestanding solid timber base and a mirror in grey, bronze or silver glass or with a tinted gradient. With the strangely beautiful appearance of a portal to anoth]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/stay-evil-kids-is-exploring-duality-in-design/Mon, 21 Aug 2017 20:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/stay-evil-kids-is-exploring-duality-in-design/ Cape Town
Founded by Amy Lilley and her partner Danel Maree, The Raptor Room uses home-grown produce to serve American-style diner food.
1. The Pot Luck Club
Perhaps it goes without saying, but any restaurant with the name of Luke Dale-Roberts tied to it isn&]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/where-to-go-for-the-best-brunch-in-south-africa/Mon, 21 Aug 2017 12:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/where-to-go-for-the-best-brunch-in-south-africa/ There’s a new colour about to explode on the decor and design scene. Marrs Green, a friendly teal-like shade, has been announced as the ‘World’s Favourite Colour’ following a study conducted by paper company G.F Smith. The online survey invited more than 30 000 people across 100 countries to select their favourite hue out of the rainbow of shades and tones presented to th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/marrs-green-is-the-worlds-favourite-colour-for-2017/Mon, 21 Aug 2017 12:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/marrs-green-is-the-worlds-favourite-colour-for-2017/ There’s a new colour about to explode on the decor and design scene. Marrs Green, a friendly teal-like shade, has been announced as the ‘World’s Favourite Colour’ following a study conducted by paper company G.F Smith. The online survey invited more than 30 000 people across 100 countries to select their favourite hue out of the rainbow of shades and tones presented to th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/marrs-green-is-revealed-as-the-worlds-favourite-colour-for-2017/Mon, 21 Aug 2017 12:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/marrs-green-is-revealed-as-the-worlds-favourite-colour-for-2017/ My dream was always to live in Paris in an 18]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/euro-chic-meets-progressive-local-design/Mon, 21 Aug 2017 08:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/euro-chic-meets-progressive-local-design/ My dream was always to live in Paris in an 18]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/classic-euro-chic-meets-progressive-south-african-design/Mon, 21 Aug 2017 08:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/classic-euro-chic-meets-progressive-south-african-design/ ʻNever wallpaper all the walls in a room,ʼ says Megan Smith of Cloth and Print. ʻIt confuses the eye and overcomplicates a space.ʼ For a regal mix of vintage and contemporary, contrast plush velvet and old-gold elements with graphic prints in black, white and grey. Try this Terra Promessa wallpaper in VP 854 01 from the Talamone collection by Élitis. Available at St Leger & Viney for R4 863/roll.modern oriental
ʻWhen revamping a room, first]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/travel-the-orient-with-these-four-wallcoverings/Mon, 21 Aug 2017 07:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/travel-the-orient-with-these-four-wallcoverings/ ʻNever wallpaper all the walls in a room,ʼ says Megan Smith of Cloth and Print. ʻIt confuses the eye and overcomplicates a space.ʼ For a regal mix of vintage and contemporary, contrast plush velvet and old-gold elements with graphic prints in black, white and grey. Try this Terra Promessa wallpaper in VP 854 01 from the Talamone collection by Élitis. Available at St Leger & Viney for R4 863/roll.modern oriental
ʻWhen revamping a room, first]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/into-the-orient/Mon, 21 Aug 2017 07:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/into-the-orient/ What started out as an austere, 18th-century Georgian mansion was completely stripped down and reimagined in Grzywinski+Pons’ signature style. Pastel-coloured walls, ample greenery, wicker furniture and large windows contrast with the ancient stone]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-18th-century-hotel-in-edinburgh-gets-a-tropical-makeover/Thu, 17 Aug 2017 17:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-18th-century-hotel-in-edinburgh-gets-a-tropical-makeover/ Firmly positioned on a koppie looking out towards the Magaliesberg range is an iconic residence in Arcadia, Pretoria, that is also the home of prominent South African artist Margaret Nel. The Round House, as it is known, was designed by German architect May von Langenau in ‘Pretoria Modernist’ style. It was built in 1961 and has become as much a part of the city’s architectural id]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/explore-the-legendary-round-house/Thu, 17 Aug 2017 16:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/explore-the-legendary-round-house/ Now in its fourth year, the highly successful Business of Design conference will be taking place in October in both Johannesburg and Cape Town. Featuring presentations by some of the country’s top business experts and design professionals, the conference is inspirational while also offering practical tools for immediate growth.
Business of D]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/business-of-design-2017-early-bird-special/Thu, 17 Aug 2017 16:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/business-of-design-2017-early-bird-special/ In a world where creatives are coming up with their own take on the new UK passport in response to Brexit, life vests are reimagined as backpacks to help tackle the Syrian refugee crisis, and art in all forms is being created to comment on the current US president, sociopolitics and design inevitably become intertwined. Over eight days this year, Jerusalem Design Week showed that thes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-highlights-from-jerusalem-design-week-2017/Thu, 17 Aug 2017 11:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-highlights-from-jerusalem-design-week-2017/ With metropolitan living serving as inspiration, Le Creuset’s latest collection of cookware and accessories, Taste]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/le-creusets-new-line-of-cookware-is-its-coolest-yet/Thu, 17 Aug 2017 09:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/le-creusets-new-line-of-cookware-is-its-coolest-yet/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/feastfox-bringing-spontaneity-back-to-dining-out/Thu, 17 Aug 2017 09:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/feastfox-bringing-spontaneity-back-to-dining-out/ Feet: It’s flip-flops in the summer and boots or brogues in the winter for me. I also like trainers, but they seem to wear out quickly. As I work en plein air when doing preliminary sketches to rese]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-david-bellamy/Thu, 17 Aug 2017 09:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-david-bellamy/ Raising the bar at South Beach hotelLate on a wintry Friday afternoon, we packed our bags and headed down to an (unsurprisingly) empty Camps]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spend-a-winter-weekend-in-camps-bay/Wed, 16 Aug 2017 08:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/spend-a-winter-weekend-in-camps-bay/ The first time we came across Lorne Jewellery on Instagram, we instantly picked up on a style that we hadn’t seen before. With much jewellery design in South Africa heading in a sophisticated and edgy direction, it was exciting to discover a line that’s bold while maintaining a certain playful innocence.
Based in Cape Town, Lorne founder Gillian Lawrence’s signature look stems from her practical view of adornments. After her sentim]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-experimental-new-local-jewellery-line/Wed, 16 Aug 2017 07:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-experimental-new-local-jewellery-line/ For us, a few special projects stood out. Winning Best Stand Design for 2017, the Afrotel by Source Interior Brand Architects (Source IBA) with support from House and Leisure was of partic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/our-top-10-picks-from-100-design-south-africa-2017/Tue, 15 Aug 2017 11:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/our-top-10-picks-from-100-design-south-africa-2017/ Sushi and burritos may be two of the last words you’d ever expect to hear together in one sentence. Considering their respective cultural origins, these dishes are pretty much polar opposites – and yet, sushi burritos have become huge hits across the globe. Now, for the first time in South Africa, you can enjoy this Asian-Latin fusion food at the newly opened Sushi Burri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-asian-latin-fusion-restaurant-we-cant-get-enough-of/Tue, 15 Aug 2017 10:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-asian-latin-fusion-restaurant-we-cant-get-enough-of/ Greta Magnusson-Grossman, image via gubi.com.
who?
While the mid-20th-century architectural scene was largely dominated by men, architect, furniture- and interior designer Greta Magnusson-Grossman rose to prominence all the same, paving the way for many more women to enter the industry and ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-icons-a-champion-of-swedish-modernism/Tue, 15 Aug 2017 07:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-icons-a-champion-of-swedish-modernism/ Growing up in Grahamstown in the Eastern Cape, Francois Knoetze was first introduced to the world of theatre, art and music through the annual National Arts Festival (NAF). Throughout university, he developed his own artistic practice in a multidisciplinary direction, working fluidly between sculpture, video, performance and digital art. His interest in the relationship between material and social histories has led to work that explores t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/expanding-frontiers-with-francois-knoetze/Tue, 15 Aug 2017 07:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/expanding-frontiers-with-francois-knoetze/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-retro-renovation-brings-a-classic-texas-motel-right-up-to-date/Tue, 15 Aug 2017 06:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-retro-renovation-brings-a-classic-texas-motel-right-up-to-date/ Before her passing, when Zaha Hadid was asked what was her favourite present received in 2015, she answered ‘a Perrin Paris glove clutch’. Upon hearing this, the brand’s founder and creative director Sally Perrin proposed a collaboration with the architectural star. Th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/zaha-hadid-design-collaborates-with-perrin-paris/Mon, 14 Aug 2017 10:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/zaha-hadid-design-collaborates-with-perrin-paris/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/shop-heather-moores-playful-new-range-at-mrp-home/Mon, 14 Aug 2017 08:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/shop-heather-moores-playful-new-range-at-mrp-home/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/porky-hefer-returns-to-south-africa-for-a-solo-exhibition/Mon, 14 Aug 2017 07:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/porky-hefer-returns-to-south-africa-for-a-solo-exhibition/ Architect Pieter-Ernst Mare’s Johannesburg apartment might be in the heart of Sandton’s CBD, surrounded by the massive reflective glass]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/pieter-ernst-mares-ever-evolving-home-in-sandton/Mon, 14 Aug 2017 07:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/pieter-ernst-mares-ever-evolving-home-in-sandton/ For five years, one of the Cape Town Art Fair’s missions has been to showcase emerging art in Africa and its diaspora while developing a healthy South African art market. Under the direction of new chief curator Tumelo Mosaka, the vision has become more focused – to make Cape Town a global, singular destination to showcase cutting-edge contemporary African art.
Mosaka began his curatorship at this year’s fair by presenting Unframed, an innovative section dedicated]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/tumelo-mosaka-on-the-local-art-scene/Fri, 11 Aug 2017 10:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/tumelo-mosaka-on-the-local-art-scene/ As the little black dress is to fashion, so dark plants add a sense of depth and intrigue to the outdoors. The very antithesis of all things cottagey, they are viewed as sombre by some – the moody Goth cousin to the more colourful country aesthetic.
Near-black plants, though, are remarkably beautiful, and all the more so for their relative rarity in nature. Whether you’re into meadow-style landscapes à la influential Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf or b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ultimate-guide-to-black-plants/Thu, 10 Aug 2017 21:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ultimate-guide-to-black-plants/ pattern playCement tiles are massively on trend at the moment. Versatile, stylish and practical, they make a brilliant point of focus and add depth to an interior. If a timeless look is what you’re after, keep it simple, or go all-out eccentric by pairing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-out-of-the-ordinary-flooring-solutions/Thu, 10 Aug 2017 21:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-out-of-the-ordinary-flooring-solutions/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mia-mlange-shares-a-lovely-new-lookbook/Thu, 10 Aug 2017 21:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/mia-mlange-shares-a-lovely-new-lookbook/ In 2012, when Lorna Scott launched Inverroche Gin together with her son Rohan and daughter Lauren in Still Bay (or Stilbaai), in the Western Cape, she had never worked at a distillery before, let alone gained any experience in the liquor industry. But this only served to ignite Lorna’s curiosity to learn more about the craft.
‘My background includes marketing and sustainable development, the latter in my capacity as Deputy Mayor of the Hessequa Municip]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/meet-the-woman-behind-south-africas-craft-gin-revolution/Thu, 10 Aug 2017 15:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/meet-the-woman-behind-south-africas-craft-gin-revolution/ Using black for the finishing touches in your home is a bold yet sophisticated way to go. From the slender noir metal legs of a chic armchair to a pitch-black sidetable or inky marble walls, there are many ways to achieve this effect. We’ve listed a few lovely items on the darker side of the spectrum to help you create the look.
For more monochrome inspiration, see how this 160-year-old Victorian home has been given a luxurious updat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-finishing-touch/Thu, 10 Aug 2017 14:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-finishing-touch/ Philippe van der Merwe: Tonic Design cofounderPhilippe van der Merwe of Tonic Design.
Vincenzo De Cotiis
Trained as an architect, Vincenzo De Cotiis creates interiors and furniture, too. He often chooses unexpected materials – thin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-cream-of-the-crop-at-salone-del-mobile-milano/Thu, 10 Aug 2017 11:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-cream-of-the-crop-at-salone-del-mobile-milano/ With the brief of ‘transforming the venue into an entertainment experience that moves beyond bowling’, To]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-bowling-alley-unlike-any-other/Thu, 10 Aug 2017 07:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-bowling-alley-unlike-any-other/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/next-gen-flashback-khanya-mzongwana/Wed, 09 Aug 2017 08:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/next-gen-flashback-khanya-mzongwana/ Saint-Gobain’s 2017 Africa Architecture Awards is the first Pan-African architecture competition to showcase the immense architectural talent emerging from our continent, and culminates with one overall winner who will receive a $10 000 grand prize. The competition aims to acknowledge any projects that have been conceived or built in Africa, and anyone can enter provided their project relates to the continent. &]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-2017-africa-architecture-awards-are-open-for-voting/Tue, 08 Aug 2017 18:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-2017-africa-architecture-awards-are-open-for-voting/ British designer George Carwardine created the first iteratio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-icons-a-minor-miracle-of-balance/Tue, 08 Aug 2017 18:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-icons-a-minor-miracle-of-balance/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-the-inside-scoop-on-le-creusets-new-sorbet-collection/Tue, 08 Aug 2017 12:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-the-inside-scoop-on-le-creusets-new-sorbet-collection/ Repeated geometric patterns, bold shapes and layered textures are some of the quintessential African elements that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-bold-new-vision-for-an-african-hotel/Mon, 07 Aug 2017 19:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-bold-new-vision-for-an-african-hotel/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-ideas-for-your-home-office/Mon, 07 Aug 2017 19:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-ideas-for-your-home-office/ Her budding platform brings]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/getting-to-know-kholisa-thomas/Mon, 07 Aug 2017 10:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/getting-to-know-kholisa-thomas/ After launching in 2014, 100% Design South Africa is now one of Africa’s premier platforms for high-end contemporary design, and this year’s event is set to impress. The exhibition, which is happening alongside Decorex Joburg on 9-13 August 2017, will feature big hitters such as Dokter and Misses, Gregor Jenkin, David Krynauw and James Mudge, with major brands such as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/what-to-look-forward-to-at-100-design-south-africa-2017/Mon, 07 Aug 2017 10:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/what-to-look-forward-to-at-100-design-south-africa-2017/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fornasetti-presents-a-theatrical-new-furniture-collection/Mon, 07 Aug 2017 08:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fornasetti-presents-a-theatrical-new-furniture-collection/ When a South African with French heritage and her husband, a doctor and healthcare expert of Chinese descent, decided to renovate, it’s no surprise that the result would be unusual. Anina M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-160-year-old-victorian-home-gets-a-luxurious-update/Mon, 07 Aug 2017 08:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-160-year-old-victorian-home-gets-a-luxurious-update/ The stuff of only the sweetest childhood dreams, Storm Ross’s formative years saw her ‘running wild and naked with willow wreaths in my hair, herb tussie mussies by my bed and birthday chairs adorned with flowers either foraged from the garden or nicked from some derelict plot nearby’.
Storm grew up immersed in the natural world, a life infused with the scents of lemon verbena, bay and rue, but it wasn’t until she was 25, when her friends reque]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/next-gen-flashback-storm-ross/Fri, 04 Aug 2017 00:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/next-gen-flashback-storm-ross/ Fine potstill brandy and quality dark chocolate always make a great pairing. Using the award-winning Van Ryn’s Vintage 10 Year Old and Distillers Reserve 12]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/warm-up-this-winter-with-hot-chocolate-cocktails/Thu, 03 Aug 2017 23:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/warm-up-this-winter-with-hot-chocolate-cocktails/ I’ve been obsessing over the recent collaboration between London-based print and fashion studio Eley Kishimoto and British interiors brand Kirkby Design and its amazing palette. On seeing the range, I immediately felt as though everything in my house needed recovering in teals, pale pinks, greys and dark mustard yellows. I]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-powerful-palette/Thu, 03 Aug 2017 14:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-powerful-palette/ Field guide Eugene Jansen van Rensburg crouches down and hands my daughter Charlotte (who is four) a perfect ball of poo. She promptly puts it in her pocket as ‘treasure’, then about five seconds later, it’s b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wild-at-ease-gondwana-game-reserves-ulubisi-house/Wed, 02 Aug 2017 23:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wild-at-ease-gondwana-game-reserves-ulubisi-house/ A black-and-white checked floor, botanical-print wallpaper and high, curved glass windows set the scene for fresh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/frond-amp-filigree-flowers-and-fantastic-finds-at-11-alice-lane/Wed, 02 Aug 2017 22:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/frond-amp-filigree-flowers-and-fantastic-finds-at-11-alice-lane/ One of the 10 creative women identified as House and Leisure’s Next Generation of talent for 2017, Laylaa Jacobs is a dynamic 22-year-old artist living and working in Cape Town. ‘The moment I picked up a pencil, I was fully drawn to every feeling I experienced when creating something,’ she says. Jacobs completed her Bachelor of Fine Art at Cape Town’s Michaelis School of Fine Art last year, and since then has gone on to exhibi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-art-of-laylaa-jacobs-explores-faith-and-identity/Wed, 02 Aug 2017 12:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-art-of-laylaa-jacobs-explores-faith-and-identity/ Years later, after running The Bioscope’s Chalkboard Café in Joburg, quitting her nine-to-five in production, and pandering]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/getting-to-know-mpho-masango/Wed, 02 Aug 2017 10:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/getting-to-know-mpho-masango/ Kartell is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Componibili. Pictured here, desi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-icons-the-componibili-turns-50/Tue, 01 Aug 2017 14:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-icons-the-componibili-turns-50/ The flowing structure by Bruce Stafford Architects provides a seaworthy backdrop for an i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sea-worthy-a-sophisticated-family-home-in-sydney/Tue, 01 Aug 2017 14:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sea-worthy-a-sophisticated-family-home-in-sydney/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dive-into-le-creusets-newest-colour-range/Tue, 01 Aug 2017 12:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dive-into-le-creusets-newest-colour-range/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/next-gen-flashback-tsoku-maela/Tue, 01 Aug 2017 11:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/next-gen-flashback-tsoku-maela/ Fringed by the Groenberg mountain range, Dunstone Country Estate looks out over the green expanse of the Wellington Valley, famous for its fruit and wine agriculture. Dunstone Manor is nestled in a secluded corner of the estate, surrounded by ancient oak trees and the estate’s own lemon and guava groves. Origi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/country-comfort-at-dunstone-manor/Mon, 31 Jul 2017 23:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/country-comfort-at-dunstone-manor/ In the restaurant-cum-bar at Hallmark House in Joburg, Ghanaian baskets reference architect Sir David Adjaye&rsq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/joburgs-new-hot-spot-hallmark-house/Mon, 31 Jul 2017 22:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/joburgs-new-hot-spot-hallmark-house/ being human
Heather Gourlay-Conyngham
WHEN 27 July 2017 to 19 August 2017
WHERE Everard Read Gallery, 6 Jellicoe Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg
WHAT One of South Africa’s pre-eminen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/10-events-to-keep-you-busy-this-august/Mon, 31 Jul 2017 15:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/10-events-to-keep-you-busy-this-august/ ‘It sounds great,’ I said. ‘It’s all about fresh seafood, not too fancy, but not too cheap and cheerful ei]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-seafood-restaurant-cape-town-has-been-waiting-for/Mon, 31 Jul 2017 11:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-seafood-restaurant-cape-town-has-been-waiting-for/ Taking a leap of faith, she spent the last of her capital on a few metres of fabric and a small straight-stitch sewi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/la-fede-creates-heirloom-toys-for-adults-and-kids-alike/Mon, 31 Jul 2017 10:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/la-fede-creates-heirloom-toys-for-adults-and-kids-alike/ Designer, furniture buyer and first-time homeowner Anna Weylandt recently renovated her charming Victorian semi-detached house in Woodstock, Cape Town. We asked her good friend (and ex-colleague) Mardre Meyer of Sour]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/anna-weylandts-compact-first-home-in-woodstock/Mon, 31 Jul 2017 09:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/anna-weylandts-compact-first-home-in-woodstock/ With the help of their mentors, the design duos are tasked with designing dream living spaces. By the end of the 17-week series, one team will walk away with the coveted Judges’ Choice cash prize of R100 000. Eac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/win-a-home-is-back-meet-team-house-and-leisure/Fri, 28 Jul 2017 14:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/win-a-home-is-back-meet-team-house-and-leisure/ The inspiration behind the design evolved from long winter evenings spent telling stories around a flickering, warming fire – hen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-serendipitous-collaboration-led-to-the-chair-of-our-dreams/Fri, 28 Jul 2017 12:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-serendipitous-collaboration-led-to-the-chair-of-our-dreams/ villa walal]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/6-happenings-to-look-out-for-at-london-design-festival-2017/Fri, 28 Jul 2017 08:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/6-happenings-to-look-out-for-at-london-design-festival-2017/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/whats-for-dinner-with-ipeleng-motuba/Thu, 27 Jul 2017 12:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/whats-for-dinner-with-ipeleng-motuba/ sumayya vally
1. olal]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-women-behind-counterspace-share-their-favourite-african-architecture/Wed, 26 Jul 2017 13:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-women-behind-counterspace-share-their-favourite-african-architecture/ To do it the Italian way, the average weekend lunch or dinner needs to be treated as a marathon instead of a sprint. And with a spread as large as I was planning, pacing oneself would most definitely be required. Small plates, smaller bites and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/italian-eating-made-easy-with-antipasti/Wed, 26 Jul 2017 12:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/italian-eating-made-easy-with-antipasti/ 1. Grace Jones
‘She has]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/buhlebezwe-siwani-on-the-artists-who-inspire-her/Tue, 25 Jul 2017 17:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/buhlebezwe-siwani-on-the-artists-who-inspire-her/ Noticing a demand for an online fine florist in Johannesburg, Jonette quit her job at non-profit organisation Make A Differenc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/making-floral-magic-with-jonette-engelbrecht/Tue, 25 Jul 2017 16:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/making-floral-magic-with-jonette-engelbrecht/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/roxanne-robinsons-24-hour-durban-food-guide/Tue, 25 Jul 2017 11:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/roxanne-robinsons-24-hour-durban-food-guide/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/africa-gains-three-new-world-heritage-sites/Tue, 25 Jul 2017 11:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/africa-gains-three-new-world-heritage-sites/ The future is female and the future is now. In celebration of this, we’ve narrowed our focus by selecting the most talented wom]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/next-generation-2017/Tue, 25 Jul 2017 10:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/next-generation-2017/ Interiors expert Fanie van Zyl brought his signature touch to the Paris-inspired home featured in House and Leisure‘s August 2017 issue. Situated in Atholl, Johannesburg, it’s a stylish showcase of contemporary art and cutting-edge design. We get to know a little more about the man behind the magic.
How would you descri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-minutes-with-interior-designer-fanie-van-zyl/Mon, 24 Jul 2017 15:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-minutes-with-interior-designer-fanie-van-zyl/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/manini-rampolas-top-five-to-follow/Mon, 24 Jul 2017 14:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/manini-rampolas-top-five-to-follow/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/kelly-adami-shares-her-decor-advice-for-new-homeowners/Mon, 24 Jul 2017 14:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/kelly-adami-shares-her-decor-advice-for-new-homeowners/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/karu-co-founder-alexis-barrell-is-inspired-by-home/Mon, 24 Jul 2017 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/karu-co-founder-alexis-barrell-is-inspired-by-home/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/next-gen-flashback-tammy-joubert/Mon, 24 Jul 2017 12:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/next-gen-flashback-tammy-joubert/ Where were you born and raised?
On a farm just outside Nelspruit.
What do you love most about what you do for a living?Creating beautiful spaces doesn’t rank very highly in terms of importance, but I do get to bring a little bit of joy and beauty into people’s lives, which is great.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-minutes-with-interior-designer-liam-mooney/Mon, 24 Jul 2017 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/five-minutes-with-interior-designer-liam-mooney/ The shopping page in House and Leisure‘s August 2017 issue is inspired by Louis Vuitton’s 2018 Cruise Collection which, in turn, is inspired by Japanʼs evolution from tradition to modernity. With a rich tonal palette, the range merges the natural and the urban while playing tribute to legendary fashion designer Kansai Yamamoto.
Kansai Yamamoto poses for photographs during the Louis Vuitton 2018 sho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/tracing-kansai-yamamotos-influence-on-louis-vuitton/Mon, 24 Jul 2017 11:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/tracing-kansai-yamamotos-influence-on-louis-vuitton/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hearty-pork-chops-with-pickled-rhubarb/Mon, 24 Jul 2017 11:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/hearty-pork-chops-with-pickled-rhubarb/ one crown placeStudio Ashby gave nine penthouse apartments and multiple communal areas in London a sense of domesticity]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/through-the-archives-with-studio-ashby/Sun, 23 Jul 2017 21:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/through-the-archives-with-studio-ashby/ You recently moved into this studio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/behind-the-scenes-with-waif-founder-gisele-human/Sun, 23 Jul 2017 20:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/behind-the-scenes-with-waif-founder-gisele-human/ Driving along Cape Town’s Victoria Road in Clifton on a day when the air is warm, the sea is twinkling blue and t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-compact-clifton-apartment-gets-it-just-right/Sun, 23 Jul 2017 20:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-compact-clifton-apartment-gets-it-just-right/ 1. go the distance with prints
With luxurious wallpapers and sumptuous fabrics in rich&]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-get-your-hands-on-the-hlnextgenissue/Sun, 23 Jul 2017 19:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-get-your-hands-on-the-hlnextgenissue/ The Dewberry is an elegant demonstration of how to beautifully update and regenerate a former government office building and, in the process, create a new landmark property for the city in which the building is situated. Charleston, South Carolina, plays home to this instantly iconi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-dewberry-is-mid-century-modern-design-at-its-finest/Fri, 21 Jul 2017 12:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-dewberry-is-mid-century-modern-design-at-its-finest/ How does Evolve Architects strive to stand out from other local architecture firms? ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/getting-to-know-kevin-els-of-evolve-architects/Fri, 21 Jul 2017 09:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/getting-to-know-kevin-els-of-evolve-architects/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-moody-monochrome-bathrooms/Thu, 20 Jul 2017 15:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-moody-monochrome-bathrooms/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-absolut-kelly-cocktail/Thu, 20 Jul 2017 10:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-absolut-kelly-cocktail/ Juliet McGuire recently hit the road with fellow motoring journalist Ané Theron (fr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ultimate-road-trip-to-franschhoek/Thu, 20 Jul 2017 09:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ultimate-road-trip-to-franschhoek/ Growing up, many of us dreamed of having a treehouse. And, looking at this exquisite home by Malan Vorster Architecture Interior Design, those desires suddenly come rushing back. It’s truly a reimagining of childhood dreams, situated in the heart of Constantia in Cape Town.
Heading up the team were architects Pieter Malan and Jan-Heyn Vorster, and designer Peter Urry, with Henry]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-magical-sanctuary-in-the-heart-of-cape-towns-constantia/Thu, 20 Jul 2017 09:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-magical-sanctuary-in-the-heart-of-cape-towns-constantia/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-rug-company-visits-joburg-for-a-four-day-pop-up-shop/Wed, 19 Jul 2017 12:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-rug-company-visits-joburg-for-a-four-day-pop-up-shop/ Joining the ranks of food bloggers who are promoting fun and easy wholesome eating, varsity friends and fellow creatives Tamzyn La Gorce and Kaeli Justus are the Cape Town-based duo behind Give a Fork. Their love of food and mindful eating – as well as their penchant for the occasional treat – feed into this exciting new endeavour, so we sat down with the pair to find out more.
Tell us a bit ab]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/give-a-fork-the-new-local-food-blog-you-need-to-follow/Wed, 19 Jul 2017 12:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/give-a-fork-the-new-local-food-blog-you-need-to-follow/ a few shades of greyThis airy, pared-back cooking space masters the Danish sense of hygge. Whil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-kitchens-that-are-black-white-and-the-shades-in-between/Tue, 18 Jul 2017 16:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-kitchens-that-are-black-white-and-the-shades-in-between/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fill-your-home-with-treasures-from-guccis-new-decor-collection/Tue, 18 Jul 2017 16:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fill-your-home-with-treasures-from-guccis-new-decor-collection/ He creates a huge variety of wallcoverings ranging from the char]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wallcover-trends-that-wow/Tue, 18 Jul 2017 12:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wallcover-trends-that-wow/ It is the answer to authentic Italian eating that Cape Town has been looking for. Run by Enrico Tarantino – yes, he is a distant relation of the cult film director – and Michele Dal Lago, Osteria Tarantino is situated just behind the Cape Quarter Lifestyle Centre and offers an inviting interior as well as seating out on the sunlit terrace. The intimat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/lights-camera-burrata-at-osteria-tarantino/Tue, 18 Jul 2017 10:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/lights-camera-burrata-at-osteria-tarantino/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-monochrome-chronicles-stephanie-simpson/Mon, 17 Jul 2017 22:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-monochrome-chronicles-stephanie-simpson/ hand-painted mural
Image credit: David Ross
Bring the outside in with a hand-painted mural of your favourite natural scene. To simplify a busy artwork, choose tones that will blend in with y]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/not-just-another-brick-in-the-wall/Mon, 17 Jul 2017 22:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/not-just-another-brick-in-the-wall/ When creative interior director Tracy Lee Lynch of St.udio Leelynch first set foot on Twee Jonge Gezellen estate in Tulbagh in the Western]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/modern-aesthetics-mix-with-heritage-at-twee-jonge-gezellen/Mon, 17 Jul 2017 14:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/modern-aesthetics-mix-with-heritage-at-twee-jonge-gezellen/ As collaborations gain popularity in today’s creative circles, local partnerships show the impact that such pairings can have on global design. In our June 2017 #HLDesignIssue we profiled three of our favourite dream teams – including the brilliantly colourful Afreaks series by The Haas Brothers and Monkeybiz.
connection
When LA-based Niki and Simon Haas of The]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-collabs-afreaks-by-the-haas-brothers-and-monkeybiz/Mon, 17 Jul 2017 10:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-collabs-afreaks-by-the-haas-brothers-and-monkeybiz/ Partners Rodman Primack, the chief creative officer of Design Miami, and Rudy Weissenberg, a real-estate developer, have a home in Guatemala City that revels in a creative clash of cultures and embodies the diverse aspects of their interests and lives.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/rodman-primacks-home-is-a-global-forum-of-design/Mon, 17 Jul 2017 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/rodman-primacks-home-is-a-global-forum-of-design/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/oggie-flooring-contact-widget/Fri, 14 Jul 2017 13:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/oggie-flooring-contact-widget/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/jessica-doucha-on-the-fine-art-of-screen-printing/Thu, 13 Jul 2017 22:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/jessica-doucha-on-the-fine-art-of-screen-printing/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/interior-mood-boards-inspired-by-oggie-flooring/Thu, 13 Jul 2017 21:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/interior-mood-boards-inspired-by-oggie-flooring/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-monochrome-chronicles-amor-coetzee/Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-monochrome-chronicles-amor-coetzee/ barend de wet
Barend de Wet’s solo exhibition Black, White &]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-contemporary-black-and-white-artworks/Thu, 13 Jul 2017 14:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/8-contemporary-black-and-white-artworks/ The café was conceptualised by Samantha Mellor. ‘My vision was always a dark and dingy French cafe with everything]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/step-into-a-bygone-era-at-caf-du-cap-in-cape-towns-loop-street/Wed, 12 Jul 2017 23:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/step-into-a-bygone-era-at-caf-du-cap-in-cape-towns-loop-street/ The entire interior was gutted, leaving only the bones of the original house. At first sight, the 1920s single-family home looks devoid of any furniture but, upon closer inspection, almost every compone]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/casa-horta-is-a-designers-technicolour-dream/Wed, 12 Jul 2017 22:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/casa-horta-is-a-designers-technicolour-dream/ Project designer Roman Jurt says, ‘Nature is really complicated]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/microscopic-inspiration-the-pollen-lamps/Wed, 12 Jul 2017 22:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/microscopic-inspiration-the-pollen-lamps/ Meg Ryan
Image: William Abranowicz for Architectural D]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/famous-monochrome-homes/Wed, 12 Jul 2017 15:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/famous-monochrome-homes/ Designed in 1865, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ultimate-travel-guide-to-milan-the-city-of-the-moment/Wed, 12 Jul 2017 12:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-ultimate-travel-guide-to-milan-the-city-of-the-moment/ The famous Noguchi coffee table, designed by Isamu Noguchi in 1947, is a Modernist design icon with impeccable shape and form. It’s often debated whether it’s a work of art or a piece of furniture and we’d happily answer that it is both. The 1947 Herman Miller catalogue put it perfectly, describing it as a ‘sculpture-for-use’.
who?
Isamu Noguchi was a Japanese-American artist who]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-icons-the-noguchi-table-by-isamu-noguchi/Wed, 12 Jul 2017 07:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-icons-the-noguchi-table-by-isamu-noguchi/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/enjoy-a-winter-feast-at-the-breedekloof-soetes-amp-soup-festival/Wed, 12 Jul 2017 07:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/enjoy-a-winter-feast-at-the-breedekloof-soetes-amp-soup-festival/ colour overloadWith its barcode-like succession of vertical l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-wallpapers-that-wow-from-our-pinterest-boards/Tue, 11 Jul 2017 12:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-wallpapers-that-wow-from-our-pinterest-boards/ One of the most exciting and energetic appearances was by chef, restaurateur and TV personality J’Something, who also happens to be the band Mi Casa’s frontman. In his Chefs’ Open Theatre demonstrations he combined]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-2017-good-food-amp-wine-show-deemed-a-sizzling-success/Tue, 11 Jul 2017 11:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-2017-good-food-amp-wine-show-deemed-a-sizzling-success/ Heike le Cordeur, a former IT specialist with a longing to create with her hands, started out small and has since grown her brand to become the renowned Fleur le Cordeur floristry studio in Cape Town. Her Instagram account is a flower-lover’s dream and we adore her new Linen collection, which sees le Cordeur conceptualising gorgeous arrangements that are laid out on fabric and photographed from above. We sat down with he]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/meet-the-woman-behind-fleur-le-cordeur/Tue, 11 Jul 2017 10:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/meet-the-woman-behind-fleur-le-cordeur/ The third offering from chef Cheyne Morrisby, who also heads up Hout Bay’s Lucky Bao and Cheyne’s, Shio is a contemporary take on the classic Japanese izakaya – an informal dining experience where visitors can expect a relaxed atmosphere with tapas-style offerings that celebrate fusion flavour.
A moodily in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fusion-feasting-at-shio-modern-japanese-izakaya/Tue, 11 Jul 2017 07:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fusion-feasting-at-shio-modern-japanese-izakaya/ Feet: Growing up, I enjoyed walking and climbing up trees barefoot. Now I like walking shoeless in my studio during the production process, and my feet get c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-zizipho-poswa/Mon, 10 Jul 2017 17:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/body-of-work-zizipho-poswa/ When you’re staying at a holiday destination, you’re not only paying for accommodation – you’re investing in an experience, too. Skip the obvious indulgence of 5-star hotels and try one of our favourite hidden gems around the country instead.
1. mashovhela bush lodge
To break away from the typically luxurious, mint-on-the-pillow hotel room, why not opt for accommodation with far more character? From just R500]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-of-the-most-unusual-places-to-stay-in-south-africa/Mon, 10 Jul 2017 14:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-of-the-most-unusual-places-to-stay-in-south-africa/ When you’re staying at a holiday destination, you’re not only paying for accommodation – you’re investing in an experience, too. Skip the obvious indulgence of 5-star hotels and try one of our favourite hidden gems around the country instead.
1. mashovhela bush lodge
To break away from the typically luxurious, mint-on-the-pillow hotel room, why not opt for accommodation with far more character? From just R500]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-of-the-most-unusual-places-to-stay-in-sa/Mon, 10 Jul 2017 14:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-of-the-most-unusual-places-to-stay-in-sa/ The hum of countless bees can be heard in the late-afternoon air at Babylonstoren’s garden of Eden. Here, owners Karen Roos and Koos Bekker cultiv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-karen-roos-18th-century-farmhouse/Mon, 10 Jul 2017 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-karen-roos-18th-century-farmhouse/ connection
As a member of Design Network Africa, Ghanaian handbag designer Akosua Afriyie-Kumi of AAKS was offered mentorship time with South African jeweller Kather]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-collabs-the-paka-hanging-light-by-aaks-and-pichulik/Mon, 10 Jul 2017 08:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-collabs-the-paka-hanging-light-by-aaks-and-pichulik/ While we’ve been offering up a lot of dark inspiration in line with House and Leisure‘s July 2017 issue, which is all about black and white decor and glam renovations, we haven’t stepped over completely into the light end of the spectrum just yet. Imagine a calming, all-white space with a crisp white couch, a soft alpaca rug and light marble table tops… totall]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dreaming-in-all-white/Sat, 08 Jul 2017 10:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dreaming-in-all-white/ Her]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/beautifully-black-the-heart-of-darkness-cocktail/Fri, 07 Jul 2017 14:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/beautifully-black-the-heart-of-darkness-cocktail/ So with all of this in mind, Creative Mornings is a once-monthly event for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-your-daily-dose-at-creative-mornings/Fri, 07 Jul 2017 14:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/get-your-daily-dose-at-creative-mornings/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/documenting-the-unique-culture-of-the-hausa-people/Fri, 07 Jul 2017 13:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/documenting-the-unique-culture-of-the-hausa-people/ sketchRestaurant-cum-art gallery ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/6-restaurant-designs-were-obsessing-over/Fri, 07 Jul 2017 11:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/6-restaurant-designs-were-obsessing-over/ We’ve seen plenty of social-media buzz about ‘rainbow food’, but now there’s a new trend in town – and it’s a far cry from the pastel-coloured, glittery cakes of Instagram’s daydreams. It’s time to cross over to the dark side to explore Gothic food, with everything from ice cream to burger buns being drenched in moody black.
One of the pioneers of the Gothi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dark-and-delicious-the-gothic-food-trend/Fri, 07 Jul 2017 09:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/dark-and-delicious-the-gothic-food-trend/ Philippe Starck by Nicolas Guerin.
Who?
Born in Paris in 1949, Philippe Starck is one of the most well-known and diverse creative designers of modern times, so much so]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-icons-philippe-starcks-juicy-salif/Thu, 06 Jul 2017 17:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-icons-philippe-starcks-juicy-salif/ dining room
Image credit: Brooke Holm
This luxurious and sophisticated di]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/find-inspiration-for-a-black-and-white-renovation/Thu, 06 Jul 2017 15:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/find-inspiration-for-a-black-and-white-renovation/ Brand new yet already filled with an abundance of life and character, The Crazy Horse Gastro Pub Emporium is the latest addition to Cape Town’s trendy Bree Street strip. The restaurant offers a selection of classic British dishes reimagined by restaurateur Tim Scudamore, his tale]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-crazy-horse-gastro-pub-emporium-opens-its-doors-in-cape-town/Thu, 06 Jul 2017 14:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-crazy-horse-gastro-pub-emporium-opens-its-doors-in-cape-town/ The best thing about living where I do is the fact that it’s like a secre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/home-truths-pieter-ernst-mare/Thu, 06 Jul 2017 11:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/home-truths-pieter-ernst-mare/ Over the past decade, sculpture has shed its status as painting’s poor relation. Its run of eclipsing auction results (starting with Alberto Giacometti’s famous ‘L’Homme qui marche I’ sculpture that was sold at Sotheby’s in 2010 for $104.3 million – breaking the auction record for the highest price ever paid for an artwork) shows no sign of slowing and is increasingly matched by a surging public appetite.
This, co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-new-dimension-the-boschendal-sculpture-garden/Thu, 06 Jul 2017 11:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-new-dimension-the-boschendal-sculpture-garden/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/explore-sandtons-new-shared-workspace-the-business-exchange/Wed, 05 Jul 2017 10:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/explore-sandtons-new-shared-workspace-the-business-exchange/ connection
Furniture designer and manufacturer Laurie Wiid van Heerden and famed local artist Lionel Smit first collaborated th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-collabs-the-lineage-cabinet-by-wiid-design-and-lionel-smit/Tue, 04 Jul 2017 13:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-collabs-the-lineage-cabinet-by-wiid-design-and-lionel-smit/ The inspiration for this piece dates back to 1939 when Russian inventor Semyon Davidovich Kirli]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/aural-planes-an-interactive-chandelier/Tue, 04 Jul 2017 11:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/aural-planes-an-interactive-chandelier/ ‘You are what what you eat eats too.’ These words, from food writer Michael Pollan’s book In Defense of Food: An Eater’s Manifesto, inspired an entire culinary movement as people began to think critically about the nature of food and how it’s consumed.
Misha Volf was one of these people. A furniture designer, audio engineer and Parsons School of Design graduate, he decided to explore ‘meat and our relationship to meat as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fodder-a-pop-up-restaurant-where-feed-and-food-come-together/Tue, 04 Jul 2017 11:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/fodder-a-pop-up-restaurant-where-feed-and-food-come-together/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wishbone-cafe-amp-bistro-bar-opens-at-11-alice-lane/Mon, 03 Jul 2017 15:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/wishbone-cafe-amp-bistro-bar-opens-at-11-alice-lane/ The thing I love most about what I do for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/home-truths-anina-malherbe-lan/Mon, 03 Jul 2017 12:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/home-truths-anina-malherbe-lan/ In the meantime, browse our gallery of the top six pieces – one for each day of the fair – that we loved from S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/in-pictures-six-highlights-from-salone-del-mobile-milano/Mon, 03 Jul 2017 08:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/in-pictures-six-highlights-from-salone-del-mobile-milano/ Situated in north-eastern Italy between the Adriatic Sea and the Alps is Udine, the city where Patrizia Moroso, the idiosyncratic owner of renowned Italian furniture brand Moroso, has lived for many years. (It’s also where her company’s factory is located.) And yet, while the bu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/at-home-with-a-design-legend/Mon, 03 Jul 2017 08:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/at-home-with-a-design-legend/ In the July 2017 issue of House and Leisure, we have serious fun with black and white. As interior designer Mia Widlake says, ‘the simplicity of a monochromatic palette envelopes you in a comforting and calming space’, so to further explore this theme, we’ve compiled a shopping list of items by local artists, designers and ceramicists who often work in black and white. Find more inspiration in the #H]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/black-and-white-is-the-new-black/Sun, 02 Jul 2017 11:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/black-and-white-is-the-new-black/ Curated by Iranian-American fine artist Nicky Nodjoumi and exhibited at the Susan Eley Fine Art Gallery in New York, Beyond the Ban is a group exhibition showcasing various works from prominent Iranian artists based in the US. The show is in response to the recent travel and migration laws passed by the Republican government and aims to demonstrate the invaluable contribution that immigrants can make to a nation’s artistic identity, illustra]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-exhibition-that-explores-the-universal-message-of-art-and-humanity/Fri, 30 Jun 2017 16:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-exhibition-that-explores-the-universal-message-of-art-and-humanity/ winter pop-up market
The Old Biscuit Mill.
WHEN Saturday 1 July, 9am-3pm
WHERE The Bello Studio, Old Biscuit Mill, 373-375 Albert Road, Cape Town
WHAT Warm up this winter at the Old Biscuit Mill with a pop-up market that brings Cape Town’s finest food, fashion, art and design together under one roof. Visit the Facebook event]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/10-events-to-diarise-this-july/Fri, 30 Jun 2017 15:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/10-events-to-diarise-this-july/ Born and raised in Copenhagen, Denmark, Arne Jacobson made a significant contribution to the Functionalist movement of the 1920s. It’s hard to believe that his modern AJ lamp was designed in 1960, making it 60 years old, but then again, we know that good design never goes out of style – and this light proves it.
Who?
As a trained architect, Jacobson was always drawn to design and soon became a successful all-round creative, producin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-icons-the-aj-lamp-by-arne-jacobsen/Fri, 30 Jun 2017 13:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/design-icons-the-aj-lamp-by-arne-jacobsen/ glamorousGeometric shapes meet metallic accents and sleek textures in a look that is all about luxury. Think Art-Deco cool, but with fewer mirrors.
tropicalInvigorate your lounge with fresh natural touches such as leafy foliage and vibrant pops of green and terracotta. Introducing different textiles and fabrics will add depth.
organicBring the outdoors inside with pieces made]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sitting-pretty/Thu, 29 Jun 2017 21:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/sitting-pretty/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-kirsten-goss-futuristic-flagship-store/Thu, 29 Jun 2017 20:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/inside-kirsten-goss-futuristic-flagship-store/ Swedish decor and design giant Ikea has just announced its collaboration with designer, DJ and architect Virgil Abloh, the creative force behind Milan-based fashion label Off-White. The creative duo is taking on a big challenge: creating a line of affordable yet chic furniture and decor solutions for the Millennial generation that will present the opportunity to decorate and fill living spaces in new and exciting ways.
Virgil Abloh. Image via ikea.tod]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-millennial-collaboration/Thu, 29 Jun 2017 09:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-millennial-collaboration/ Andrea Kleinloog and Megan Hesse of Anatomy Design have brought out their new Park Lane collection in collaboration with Corian. Having launched at Design Joburg 2017, the product line celebrates black – perfectly in line with the theme of House and Leisure’s black-and-white July issue. In the first Q&A in our four-part Monochrome Chronicles series, we chat to Kleinloog about the all-black range and the role this intriguing pigment has i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-monochrome-chronicles-andrea-kleinloog/Thu, 29 Jun 2017 07:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-monochrome-chronicles-andrea-kleinloog/ SeelanSeelan‘s winter lunch menu is a delicious coming together of old favourites and spicy newcomers. Whether you’re seated outside on the water’s e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-best-cape-winter-menus-for-2017-last-but-not-least/Wed, 28 Jun 2017 14:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-best-cape-winter-menus-for-2017-last-but-not-least/ While we eagerly await the arrival of a special parcel from the UK-based company, we thought we’d share Harlequin‘s lovely wallpaper collection, Standing Ovation, which calls to mind Impressionist paintings, high tea and haute couture. Launched in the summer of 2016, the range is a lively yet timeless celebration of colour a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/harlequins-new-range-of-wallpapers-is-a-visual-feast/Wed, 28 Jun 2017 13:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/harlequins-new-range-of-wallpapers-is-a-visual-feast/ His best-known project to date, Knoetze’s ‘Cape Mongo’ series has been shown at fest]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/watch-excerpts-from-francois-knoetzes-cape-mongo-series/Wed, 28 Jun 2017 12:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/watch-excerpts-from-francois-knoetzes-cape-mongo-series/ Perhaps it goes without saying, but ‘black’ flowers, foliage and vegetables aren’t truly noir, rather shades of dark purple, deep burgundy, maroon or red. In the right light and setting, however,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/add-impact-and-glamour-to-your-garden-with-near-black-plants/Wed, 28 Jun 2017 11:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/add-impact-and-glamour-to-your-garden-with-near-black-plants/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-colourful-bokaap-house-of-crma-design-owner-craig-raeside/Tue, 27 Jun 2017 17:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-colourful-bokaap-house-of-crma-design-owner-craig-raeside/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/serge-alain-nitegekas-latest-exhibition-is-an-ode-to-black/Tue, 27 Jun 2017 13:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/serge-alain-nitegekas-latest-exhibition-is-an-ode-to-black/ Mocha Éclair
For the éclair filling450ml milk60g corn starch1 vanilla pod4t instant espresso powder90g granulated sugar300ml cream
Mix 4T milk with the corn starch until smooth. Slit the vanilla pod and scrape out the seeds. Combine the remaining milk with the pod and seeds, espresso powde]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/whip-up-these-delectable-mocha-clairs/Tue, 27 Jun 2017 13:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/whip-up-these-delectable-mocha-clairs/ If the thought of the upcoming gloomy months fills you with dread, turn to SHF, leaders in modern, artisanal furnishings. With a new generation of trend setters are determined to boldly reinvent the stark sterility of winter and reignite the romance of layered texture, SHF]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cosy-up-with-these-winter-warmers-from-shf/Tue, 27 Jun 2017 12:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cosy-up-with-these-winter-warmers-from-shf/ mad for mondrianThe Mondr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-golden-lights-we-adore/Tue, 27 Jun 2017 07:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-golden-lights-we-adore/ The thing I love most about what I do for a living is creating new products from scratch in Weylandts factories, because the process of something coming to life fro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/home-truths-anna-weylandt/Mon, 26 Jun 2017 14:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/home-truths-anna-weylandt/ Cape Town harbour is central to the city’s history, but for too long it has been cut off from the lives of its citizens. While the Victoria Wharf mall constitutes connection of a kind, consumption is the focus and the story of the working harbour is veiled by the glamour of catamarans and tour boats.
As a resident of the new Silo district]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-future-is-female/Mon, 26 Jun 2017 12:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-future-is-female/ 1. a curated space goes black-on-black
On page 16 of the new issue, House an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-dive-into-house-and-leisures-black-and-white-issue/Mon, 26 Jun 2017 09:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-reasons-to-dive-into-house-and-leisures-black-and-white-issue/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-fresnaye-home-in-a-class-of-its-own/Mon, 26 Jun 2017 09:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-fresnaye-home-in-a-class-of-its-own/ kilim crazyDespite its sparse contents, this bedroom nook lacks nothing when it comes to colour or pattern. The white rafters, clean walls and wooden furniture provide a practically blank canvas for the vibrant kilim bed linen, cushion covers and rug which inject energ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-cosy-loft-bedrooms-that-are-perfect-for-winter/Fri, 23 Jun 2017 17:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/5-cosy-loft-bedrooms-that-are-perfect-for-winter/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-new-book-explores-the-painful-sociopolitical-landscape-of-cape-town/Fri, 23 Jun 2017 16:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/a-new-book-explores-the-painful-sociopolitical-landscape-of-cape-town/ The Shortmarket Club
Image credit: The Shortmarket Club
We already know that chef Wesley Randles never disappoints, and The Shortmarket Club’s new winter menu reaffirms this. The new value-for-money winter lunch prix fixe menu pairs superb dishes with wine fro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-best-cape-winter-menus-for-2017-in-the-city/Fri, 23 Jun 2017 16:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-best-cape-winter-menus-for-2017-in-the-city/ A creative collision of South African music, art and design, the Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival in partnership with Nando’s is on at Constitution Hill from Wednesday 21 June until Sunday 25 June. With many exciting collaborations involved, it’s definitely an event in Johannesburg’s creative calendar not to miss – to give you an idea, over 10]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/two-young-designers-unveil-their-nandos-co-lab-project/Fri, 23 Jun 2017 15:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/two-young-designers-unveil-their-nandos-co-lab-project/ Inspired by Candis Meredith’s staircase upgrade (above), as seen on Architectural Digest, our latest obsession is stairways with serious style cred.
When faced with the problem of upgrading a run-down carpeted staircase in the middle of one of her restoration projects, she knew she couldn’t just outright destroy it. ‘We love old houses – to us, nothing is too far gone to save,’ she told AD.
The rough state of the stairway’s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/stairway-to-style-turn-your-staircase-into-a-work-of-art/Thu, 22 Jun 2017 20:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/stairway-to-style-turn-your-staircase-into-a-work-of-art/ With 10 years of experience running the Design Indaba conference, Michelle Liao’s creative eye is hardly one to argue with. Originally from Taiwan, the contemporary fine jeweller has been living in South Africa for 27 years, and her local experiences have laid the foundation for an intriguing Afro-Asian design ethos.
She takes inspiration from her love of the big, bold statements of African adornment and dress, while adding an Eastern simplicity to the mix. Under the label MichL,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-afro-asian-jewellery-of-michelle-liao/Thu, 22 Jun 2017 19:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-afro-asian-jewellery-of-michelle-liao/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cabrn-taco-bar-the-all-new-mexican-spot-in-the-mother-city/Thu, 22 Jun 2017 19:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/cabrn-taco-bar-the-all-new-mexican-spot-in-the-mother-city/https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-very-rare-very-beautiful-chandigarh-chair/Thu, 22 Jun 2017 15:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/the-very-rare-very-beautiful-chandigarh-chair/ It feels as though new collaborations are announced daily, with companies of all varieties – from furniture manufacturers to stationery suppliers – enlisting the creativity of artists and designers around the world to come up with contemporary, limited-edition ranges. Not all of these are attention-grabbing initiatives, but every now and then, one of them stands out – in particular, New York-based design gallery R & Company’s recent partneri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/10-artists-create-playful-rugs-for-r-amp-company-and-amini/Thu, 22 Jun 2017 12:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/10-artists-create-playful-rugs-for-r-amp-company-and-amini/ Called Oa Mpona, which means ‘Do you see me?’ in Sesotho, the new, ongoing body of work is a response to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/atang-tshikare-collaborates-with-local-weavers/Thu, 22 Jun 2017 12:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/atang-tshikare-collaborates-with-local-weavers/ Enjoy handcrafted sundowners at Stofberg Family VineyardsThe gin culture in South Africa has boomed over the last two years, with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-insiders-guide-to-the-breedekloof-wine-valley/Wed, 21 Jun 2017 16:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/an-insiders-guide-to-the-breedekloof-wine-valley/ Pink got to us in a big way. We’ve seen all shades of what’s been dubbed ‘millennial pink‘ used in fun, adventurous ways over the past few years, and we’ve loved every minute of it. However, as is the cyclical nature of trends, we’ll soon be heading for new colour horizons.
According to The Guardian, Jane Monnington Boddy, col]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/so-long-pink/Wed, 21 Jun 2017 15:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/news/leisuretrends/so-long-pink/