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CONTENTS 

WHY DON’T YOU… 

2 Paint, cook, sing or write a book! There is loads to do while tucked 

away safely at home this month 

WISH LIST 

8 Chocolate, wine, books ... these are a few of our favourite things! 

PEOPLE 

10 Stylish, successful and driven by saving lives. Meet our cover star, 

Umhlanga general practitioner and business owner Dr Lu 

12 Facing the pandemic with three North Coast frontline workers 

22 Moving with passion. Dancer Jenna is shuffling the day away! 

22 Young, good looking and ambitious ... Hollywood is beckoning 

30 Two local podcasts definitely worth listening to 

HEALTH & BEAUTY 

16 Live mindfully ... and indulge with these wonderful beauty spoils 

18 Must-have essential oils for common ailments 

FOOD & DRINK 

32 Rise to the occasion and bake your own bread! We’ve got a few top 

tips from Yoli’s owner Nicky to get you on the right track ... 

38 Wine for all occasions ... 

40 Beat the winter blues with the humble beetroot! 

HOME DECOR 

42 Behold the beautiful forest charm of this Elaleni home 

47 Get growing! Time to harvest your own veggies! 

TRAVEL 

51Anyone up for a wellness road trip ... ? 

Cover: Dr Lungile Mhlongo, NUMA Aesthetics 

Shot by: Chris Allan Photo, 083 441 3144, www. 

chrisallanphoto.co.za 

JULY 2020 

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A hot date! 

We’re still indoors ... but we’re having FUN! 

Paint. Cook. Sing. So much 

fun to be had at home. 

If you’re artistic and a keen traveller, 

why not explore the world with a 

paintbrush? Gather the fam and 

‘Zoom’ in for a virtual paint night. Head 

over to Yaymaker South Africa on 

Facebook and find out how you can 

join in on a colourful journey around 

the world. It’s on every Wednesday 

and Friday from 6pm and on Sundays 

from 2pm. All art supplies needed 

can be ordered and delivered to your 

door. Details: Deon on 083-653-7185 or 

deon@localyaymaker.com 

Remember when tea was just ... well, 

tea? Then, hello rooibos. Supertea! It’s 

not just for sipping ... it’s great to cook 

with and makes wonderful cocktails. 

To show how antioxidant-rich rooibos 

can enhance dishes, as well as how 

versatile it is, celeb foodies Kamini 

Pather (MasterChef SA winner) and 

well known pastry chef Sebastian 

‘Bas’ Newman will be experimenting 

with the tea over the next few weeks 

in a series of videos that will be 

posted on the SA Rooibos Council 

Facebook page. Details: facebook.com/ 

rooiboscouncil 

Sing the blues, rock around the clock, 

take centre stage. It’s karaoke time! 

Simply download the AirConsole App, 

which turns your smartphone into a 

mic – and you’re all set to sing your 

favourite hits. Great, great fun! Details: 

airconsole.com/play/apps/karaoke 

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Just write the book 

‘I’d love to write a book, but I don’t 

have time.’ Well, now we’re spending 

more time at home, that excuse no 

longer works. Whether you’re a rookie 

or experienced writer, a storyteller, 

influencer, company leader, speaker, 

an expert with insight to share, or just 

someone who loves putting words on 

paper, Sarah Bullen, Kate Emmerson 

and Tessa Graham’s Write Your Book in 

100 Days is going to show you how to 

write your story. Its practical, step-bystep 

process includes technical writing 

tasks alongside heart ‘n soul exercises. 

Expect easy-to-follow, practical tips and 

guidance. R340 (includes courier to 

your door). 

Details: thewritingroom.co.za 

Sebastian Newman

Shows we’re watching on Netflix this month 

If you love your murder mystery 

docs, Unsolved Mysteries (S1) will 

be up your (dark and deserted) alley. 

This 12-part docu-series show uses 

re-enactments in a documentary 

format to profile real-life mysteries 

and unsolved crimes, lost love, 

cases involving missing persons and 

unexplained paranormal events. 

The Old Guard follows a group of 

soldiers led by Andy (aka our very own 

Charlize Theron). Pack members are 

immortal mercenaries who’ve seen a 

lot over the centuries, and now they’re 

pretty bored with life in general. But 

things start to get interesting when 

they discover a new immortal is 

serving in the US Marines ... and when 

their undying existence is captured 

on camera by a murky organisation, 

events start to spiral out of control. 

Reunited by their father’s death, 

estranged siblings with extraordinary 

powers uncover shocking family 

secrets – and a looming threat to 

humanity. The White Violin, Spaceboy, 

The Kraken, The Rumor, The Seance 

and The Boy are all coming back for 

the second season of The Umbrella 

Academy. This quirky superhero 

show follows the dysfunctional, 

superpowered Hargreeves children 

who reunite to solve the mystery of 

how their father died. 

Cable Girls is returning for a fifth 

and final season. The series revolves 

around how four young women’s lives 

change when they start working in the 

modern telecommunication company 

in Madrid. Every one of them has 

distinct difficulties but also has a close 

friendship with one of the group. 

Based on real incidents – a woman 

escaping a cult, a refugee fleeing 

with his family, a father trapped in 

a dead-end job and a bureaucrat 

on the verge of a national scandal. 

Inspired by true events, these people 

find their lives intertwined in an 

immigration detention centre. A 

gripping six-part series, Stateless is 

not-to-be-missed. 

Compiled by: RIALIEN FURSTENBERG 


Sensational choices on Showmax 

Our pick of what to watch this month kicks off with the brilliant Little Fires Everywhere. 

Based on Celeste Ng’s bestselling book, it stars the amazing Reese Witherspoon and 

Kerry Washington and follows the intertwined fates of the picture-perfect Richardson 

family and an enigmatic mother and daughter who disrupt their lives. The story explores 

the weight of secrets, the nature of art and identity, the ferocious pull of motherhood, 

and the danger in believing that following the rules can avert disaster. 

I Know This Much Is True (S1) follows a mentally ill man, Thomas, and his 

identical twin brother, Dominick (both played by Mark Ruffalo), who protects 

and cares for him no matter the sacrifice. As the story feels so real and handles 

matters like paranoid schizophrenia and unconditional, painful love with such 

nuance, it might make viewers think it’s based on a true story, but it’s actually a 

work of fiction. 

In Little, businesswoman Jordan Sanders has become a bully ... she runs 

her own tech company like a dictator and treats her employees very 

poorly. Then a child, to whom Jordan’s been unspeakably rude, 

uses a toy magic wand and wishes for Jordan to be a kid 

again to take her down a peg… The wish comes true ¬– 

and next morning Jordan wakes up as her 13-year-old 

self! 

Everyone is guilty of something. Based on characters 

created by Erle Stanley Gardner, this drama series 

follows the origins of American fiction’s most 

legendary criminal defence lawyer, Perry Mason 

(S1). When the case of the decade breaks down his 

door, Mason’s relentless pursuit of the truth reveals 

a fractured city and, just maybe, a pathway to 

redemption for himself. 

In crowded, expensive London, a couple 

decides to take in a housemate to help pay 

the bills ... and find the perfect match they 

never knew they needed. Trigonometry is 

an unconventional love story about three 

people who are made for each other. 

In 43 AD, the Roman army – 

determined and terrified in equal 

measure – returns to crush the 

Celtic heart of Britannia, a mysterious 

land ruled by warrior 

women and powerful druids who 

can channel the powerful forces 

of the underworld. Or so they say. 

Britannia (S1 & S2) may well be 

the new drama Game of Thrones 

fans have been waiting for. 

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Book club 

We’re going the ‘good-for-you’ route this July 

All the sparkle ... 

none of the alcohol. 

This mindful month 

we’re drinking the 

just-launched De Krans 

Muscat Nectar Alcohol-Free 

Sparkling. With a slight fizz, tropical 

flavours and a touch of sweetness, 

it’s a lovely choice for those who’re going 

the no-alcohol route. R58. 

Reduce, reuse and reconnect in the zero-waste drive to help our planet survive the 

onslaught of humankind. Erin Rhoads suggests 365 commonsense ways to contribute 

in Waste Not Everyday. Redesign, rethink, refuse (say no), share, repair, compost, 

recycle, are among the other steps you can take to cut down wasteful consumption. 

From making your own pet food to using cloth nappies, this is essential reading for 

anyone serious about the importance of 

‘going green’. Hardie Grant, R190 • Fans of Marie 

Kondo (who’ve decluttered their homes to 

within an inch of their lives) will love this ... an 

enjoyable, quirky graphic novel about Chiaki, 

a young woman who, using Kondo’s advice 

and inspiration, transforms her Tokyo home, 

work and love life. The Life-changing Manga 

of Tidying Up – A Magical Story by Marie 

Kondo is a great, entertaining way of learning 

(give it to your teenage daughter!). Bluebird 

Books For Life, R216 • In today’s frenetic, techdriven 

world, we’ve forgotten how to listen 

– and no one is listening to us. In You’re Not 

Listening, Kate Murphy shows how only by 

listening properly can we truly connect with 

others. It’s about curiosity and patience, asking 

the right questions the right way. Listening 

can transform relationships and working lives, 

increase creativity and happiness. It’s a skill 

that can be learned and perfected. It helps us 

to understand and be understood. Penguin 

Random House, R320. 


Quiet Journal is a guided journal 

companion to Susan Cain’s bestselling 

Quiet, a book that changed the 

way we see introverts and how 

introverts see themselves. This 

companion journal will help you 

harness your secret strengths, improve 

communication at home and at 

work, and nurture your best self. It 

takes you on the Quiet journey to 

becoming a stronger, more confident 

person. You’ll learn more about 

your own temperament through 

a self-assessment quiz, which will 

teach you to make progress towards 

self-awareness, and realise your own 

authentic qualities and worth, then 

learn how to put that knowledge into 

practice. Penguin, Random House, R320. 

In At Home With Cannabis, Kelly 

McQue gives you everything you need 

to know to make and use cannabis 

products safely and effectively at home. 

She shares her experience in helping 

others successfully heal or manage their 

conditions, provides tried-and-tested 

recipes and includes a basic dosage 

guide for treating different health issues. 

Penguin Random House, R200. 

Meet Om the Yoga Dog, your guide 

to all things yoga. With wonderful 

illustrations and brilliantly clear stepby-step 

instructions, this book by Ira 

Trivedi is an enjoyable, simple intro to 

yoga and mindfulness for kids (and 

their grown-ups). Just lovely! Penguin 

Random House, R215. 

Also worth reading ... 

The magnificent Bill Bryson (if you 

haven’t read all his books, you’re missing 

out) has turned his attention away 

from the laugh-out-loud exploration 

of places he’s lived and travelled (our 

favourite is Notes from a Small Island) 

and from achieving the seemingly 

impossible task of making the science 

of our world both understandable 

and entertaining in A Short History of 

Nearly Everything. Now he’s exploring 

the human body – how it functions 

and its remarkable ability to heal 

itself. Full of extraordinary facts and 

astonishing stories, The Body: a Guide 

for Occupants is now out in paperback, 

and is a brilliant, often very funny 

attempt to understand the miracle of 

our physical and neurological make-up. 

Penguin, R180. 


Wish list 

Great food and wine. Close family and friends. 

Let’s keep things real (and tasty) this July. 

Kitchen Queen ... this is me! 

‘This is me. Not just the curry, maize or seven 

colours queen, but the Kitchen Queen.’ 

From teacher to actress, singer and TV 

personality, then on to foodie and social 

media influencer, Lucia Mthiyane has had a 

colourful life. Now she shares her favourite and 

most re-posted recipes – food, she says, that’s 

‘infused with flavour and flair, enthused with 

love and light and grace’. Expect dishes ranging 

from Zulu chicken to spinach with chorizo to 

chocolate brownies with a maize meal twist. 

Human & Rousseau, R375. 

Guilt-free chocolate 

This month we’re indulging with a clear 

conscience. GD Chocolate is made from natural 

ingredients, is free of diary, preservatives, refined 

sugars and high-fructose corn syrup. Sweetened 

with raw, unadulterated honey, it comes in softcentred 

chocolates (called Buttercups) and slabs, 

in flavours like ginger, orange and mint. You’ll 

find them at Wellness Warehouse (including the 

online store), selected Spars and health stores 

and delis, for around R53 for the slabs, 

R20 for the Buttercups. 

Organic Pinot Noir 

Grounded humans and enlightened 

grapes equal honest wines. Which is 

what Elgin Ridge Wines is all about. 

Known for producing outstanding 

certified biodynamic and organic 

wines, the latest release – Elgin 

CRUNCH! Pinot Noir 2019 – 

doesn’t disappoint. It’s young and 

fresh – perfect for all year round 

enjoyment. This winter we’ll be 

drinking it with pasta and rice-based 

dishes ... it also goes well (believe it 

or not) with goats’ cheeses. R125 a 

bottle. Details: elginridge.com 


Eco-friendly wine in a can 

There are a few reasons why we’re raving about the new 

Robertson Single Serve wines. Firstly, they’re 200ml, so 

they’re the perfect serve ... exactly what you want if you’re 

just after one glass. Secondly, they’re packaged in a can, 

which makes them very convenient to carry for hiking, 

camping, and alfresco get-togethers. Thirdly ... there’s a red 

and white option. Robertson Winery Sauvignon Blanc 

2019 (fresh and dry with generous notes of green apples 

and melons) and Merlot 2019 (rich and smooth with 

ripe, punchy plum and sweet black cherry flavours and a 

velvet finish). Lastly, they tick the eco-friendly box ... the 

lightweight packaging significantly reduces the carbon 

footprint, they’re 100 per cent recyclable (more recyclable 

than glass) and can be recycled over and over again. You’ll 

find them for around R25 each, and can buy them online 

at shop.robertsonwinery.co.za. 

If you can’t go to the wine 

farm tasting room... 

Let the tasting room come to you. 

How genius is this? A full wine tasting room 

experience in the comfort of your own 

home. Yes, please! The Steenberg @ Home 

experience includes a variety of wines in 

mixed-case selections and to guide you 

through your tasting, brings Cellarmaster 

Elunda Basson into your home through video 

clips ... clips featuring the cellarmaster and 

tasting room ambassadors who’ll captivate 

you with interesting wine stories and guide 

you through the tasting as if you were sitting 

in Steenberg’s plush tasting lounge or on the 

outstretched terrace. Each tasting pack also 

includes a luxurious brochure guiding you 

through the full Steenberg wine experience 

complete with tasting notes, winemaking 

information and food pairing suggestions. 

There are three different tastings selections. 

With a Méthode Cap Classique, a Sauvignon 

Blanc, a Rosé and three red wines, the Classic 

Tasting Selection is ideal for aspiring wine 

enthusiasts and a great snapshot of what 

Steenberg has to offer. If bubbles are your 

thing, then raise your glass to the Bubbly 

Tasting Selection ... this starts with the fresh 

and youthful Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc 

followed by Steenberg’s acclaimed and elegant 

Méthode Cap Classique range, including the 

flagship prestige cuvée, Lady R. And if you’re 

looking to splurge, then try the 

Flagship Tasting Selection with the blueblooded 

Italian Nebbiolo, the Natural Sweet 

Semillon and the iconic and intense Catharina 

Red Blend being some of the signature 

wines representing the best of Steenberg 

in this flight. For details and to order, visit 

steenbergfarm.com and follow 

@SteenbergFarm on Facebook and Instagram. 

Stir it up in your kitchen ... 

with two of our favourite foodies 

If you’re a true foodie like us, then food guru Karen Short of By Word of 

Mouth’s cooking classes will be one of your highlights this month. Karen 

will share delicious (and very easy to follow!) recipes, straight from her 

farm kitchen to your home. If her veggie cooking class was anything 

to go by, then we simply cannot wait for what comes next. Stay tuned 

for info regarding the next class by following By Word of Mouth on 

Facebook. You’ll thank us later! Details: facebook.com/Bywordofmouth.sa 

Do you have basic food knowledge, want to hone your skills, extend 

your repertoire and learn how easy it is to make simple, delicious food? 

Sure you do! So DO NOT miss any of the online cooking courses by 

stylish chef Susan Greig. These Zoom courses are not only hugely 

informative, but Susan is massively entertaining, too. For July you’re 

going to cruise the Greek Islands, escape to exotic Morocco, have a 

Lebanese feast and get a taste of Thailand. Delicious! Pencil July 5, 12, 

19 and 26 into your diary! Details and tickets: susangreig.co.za 


Fighting 

strong 

Text: LEAH SHONE | Photographs: CHRIS ALLAN PHOTO 

WATCH NOW 


Please give us a bit of background about your life and family 

I am the youngest in a family of ten children. I am from an area called 

Kwangcolosi, just west of Durban and matriculated from Bizimali high school. I 

went straight to university where I graduated from the Nelson Mandela School 

of Medicine (UKZN) with a bachelor of medicine and surgery. Thereafter I did a 

diploma in aesthetic medicine. I did my community service and finally opened 

my private general practitioner practice in Stanger in 2017. I am a single mom 

and have a five-year-old son who keeps me very busy. When I'm not working I 

enjoy spending time with him and my family, and travelling. 

Losing her father when 

she was just a teenager 

was a defining moment 

for general practitioner 

Dr Lungile Mhlongo (or 

Dr Lu, as she’s fondly 

known). Now the single 

mother and owner of two 

successful private practices 

is on the medical frontline 

in the fight against the 

worldwide COVID-19 

pandemic. 

Her flawless skin, slim physique 

and exceptionally stylish wardrobe 

are deceiving. One could easily be 

forgiven for mistaking Dr Lu as a 

model rather than a qualified medical 

doctor and the founder of Numa 

Medical Aesthetics in Umhlanga and 

Dr LF Mhlongo surgery in Stanger. 

But behind the beaming smile, 

glamorous appearance and large 

social media following is a woman 

who ultimately became a doctor 

because she wanted to save lives and 

'be the change' she hoped to see in 

the world. 

Tell us about your journey into the world of medicine and private practice 

I wouldn't say I always knew I wanted to be a medical doctor. I made the 

decision after my father became very ill and died when I was a teenager. He 

had a condition that only one doctor could treat and, on one occasion, when 

he became very ill and that doctor wasn't available to help him, I had to stand 

by helplessly watching him in pain. He eventually died. My dad's death was a 

defining period in my life. Losing someone that close to me helped me see the 

dire need for medical practitioners in our country as a whole. I couldn't fathom 

the fact that a person could lose their life due to a lack of medical assistance. That 

was when I decided to become a doctor - to save lives and actually become the 

change I wanted to see in the world. My passion for medicine is still one that is 

driven by my love for people and the appreciation of the gift of life that God has 

blessed us with. 

Your two practices are very different. Please tell us about them and the 

services you offer. 

I have had a general practitioner practice in Stanger since 2017. Operating as 

a family practitioner has been so advantageous to me, because it's allowed 

me to serve the community on a greater scale. I have been able to establish 

relationships with my patients and am able to follow up on them consistently. 

I host weekly wellness days in disadvantaged communities where we visit 

schools to do basic health checks and teach children about health in general. 

After establishing my practice in Stanger I opened NUMA Medical Aesthetics 

in Umhlanga Ridge. We offer non-surgical cosmetic medicine skin care services 

to help people achieve natural-looking body and facial rejuvenation. Our 

treatments include acne and anti-ageing treatments, weight-loss, lipolysis, IV 

drips, mole removal, hair loss and more. 

How has being a medical practitioner during a pandemic affected your life? 

I think it's important to note that this pandemic affects everyone. Rich or poor, 

it doesn't matter who you are. It will require a joint effort from all of us to fight it. 

On a personal level it has affected me both as a doctor and as a mother. Working 

on the frontline means you face potential contamination with the corona virus 

on a daily basis. I haven't been able to see my family, who I need now more than 

ever, and they also worry about my safety. Obviously a lot has changed in our 

businesses, with all staff wearing masks, shields and protective gowns, clients 

being asked screening questions before they come in, mandatory masks and 

temperature checks on arrival, social distancing and only a limited number of 

services available. We are also doing virtual consultations where possible. I do 

think the collateral damage from this virus will be far greater than any of us could 

have imagined. Although it only severely affects about 20% of those who get 

infected, there is a lot to think about for those who survive. What will life be after 

this pandemic? So many things will be (and already have been) so badly affected, 

but I remain hopeful that if we stick together we can fight it and beat it in the 

end. 

Details: NUMA Medical Aesthetics: 031 562 1246, FB: Numasthetics IG: 

numasthetics; Dr LF Mhlongo: 032 552 1642 or follow Dr Lu on IG: drlu_ 


WORKING 

THE FRONTLINE 

Text: LEAH SHONE 

As the numbers continue to rise and our country, province and district head deeper 

into the eye of the Covid-19 storm, we take a moment to chat to three people who are 

amongst the thousands putting their lives on the line to ensure our safety every day. 


What exactly is a ‘frontline’ worker? 

Well, in times of disaster, these are 

the people who end up working 

directly in the line of the danger. 

The ‘frontline’, so to speak, varies 

depending on the disaster (in 

this instance a global health 

pandemic) and depending on the 

job they do. 

North Coast frontline workers, 

specialist physician and 

pulmonologist Dr Leon Naidoo, 

advanced life support paramedic 

Janus van Schalkwyk and SAPS 

warrant officer detective Deepa 

Naidoo all play vital roles in 

ensuring our day-to-day safety 

and well-being ... and even more 

so in these times. 

DETECTIVE WARRANT 

OFFICER DEEPA NAIDOO 

This month warrant officer Deepa 

Naidoo will have completed 30 

years of service in the South African 

Police Services. Originally from East 

London, officer Naidoo joined the 

SAPS straight after school. She was 

posted in East London for two years 

before being transferred to the SAPS 

training college in Chatsworth as an 

instructor. In 1994 she transferred 

to the Umhlali SAPS detectives and, 

in 2008, she joined the FCS (Family 

Violence, Child Protections and 

Sexual Offences) unit. As a detective 

warrant officer and investigator 

in the FCS officer Naidoo’s 

duties include attending to and 

investigating cases of sexual abuse 

within the Umhali policing area. 

who don’t take any precautions to protect themselves. On a personal level I have 

tried to be particularly careful as I have my parents living with me and they are 

very vulnerable. My greatest fear is bringing the virus home to my family. At work 

social distancing amongst colleagues can be difficult as we sometimes work in 

teams when we have serious cases to attend, like the recent murder case of a 

6-year-old child. 

What are some of the most common misconceptions people have about 

the work you do? People often have preconceived ideas about policing and 

police members. The work I do is emotionally draining and I deal with trauma 

every single day. We all find our own coping mechanisms, but some days are 

more difficult than others. I have a very supportive family and they are always 

there to cheer me up on bad days. I love my job and I try to make a difference to 

each victim that I assist. I always ensure that they know help and counselling is 

available when they need it. 

Umhlali SAPS Detective 

Warrant Officer Deepa Naidoo 

How has your job evolved over the 

past three months as a frontline 

worker during the pandemic? 

Like everyone, during this pandemic 

we have had to take many 

precautions throughout lockdown, 

which brought about changes in 

our workplace and the manner in 

which we work. In my line of work 

we have to come into direct contact 

with many people every day. This 

means having to sanitize my office 

or vehicle after each interaction. It’s 

tedious, but is absolutely necessary 

in these times. The lockdown has 

also unfortunately caused a major 

backlog with investigations and our 

court cases. 

How you are coping on both a 

professional and personal level in 

the midst of this pandemic? 

The pandemic seems to have 

brought about panic to some 

people and yet there are others 


Specialist pulmonologist and 

physician Dr Leon Naidoo 

SPECIALIST 

PULMONOLOGIST 

DR LEON NAIDOO 

With private practices at both the 

Netcare Alberlito and Mediclinic 

Victoria Hospitals, Dr Leon 

Naidoo is also the only specialist 

pulmonologist/critical care physician 

on the North Coast and currently the 

lead physician for the joint operational 

committee for Covid-19 at the abovementioned 

hospitals. He is also part of 

the rapid response team for Covid-19 

in KZN. “As a specialist physician, I am 

trained to diagnose, treat and follow 

up a wide array of clinical illnesses in 

every field of medicine. My expertise 

extends to a sub or super-speciality, 

viz Pulmonology and Critical Care 

medicine. This means that I was 

trained to be an expert in illnesses 

affecting the entire respiratory system.” 

Diseases commonly evaluated and 

treated by pulmonologists include 

asthma, chronic obstructive lung 

disease (COPD/emphysema), lung 

cancer, interstitial and occupational 

lung diseases, complex lung 

and pleural infections including 

tuberculosis, pulmonary hypertension, 

and cystic fibrosis 

Tell us a bit about your role as 

a primary specialist involved in 

COVID-19 cases? My role as a primary 

specialist for COVID-19 begins with 

firstly diagnosing a positive case, 

assessing the severity of the illness 

and then rapidly implementing the 

best management plan. We use 

local and international guidelines 

to assess patients as having mild, 

moderate or severe disease. The 

mild or asymptomatic cases are 

quarantined at home (or now 

available government facilities) with 

no specific treatment, and asked to 

contact their doctors should they feel 

worse. The moderate to severe cases 

are where the situation becomes 

extremely challenging. These are the 

patients that we have to decide on 

conservative management versus 

life support/mechanical ventilation. 

As you may well know, to date there 

is NO specific treatment or vaccine 

for the disease. We hear in the media 

about breakthrough drugs that cure 

patients; but currently there is no 

medication that works universally or 

is guaranteed to clear the disease. The 

management of the severe cases is 

a gargantuan task; involving medical 

expertise, bravery and a lot of faith. 

How you are coping on both a 

professional and personal level in 

the midst of this pandemic? 

On a professional level, the changes 

that have occurred at the various 

facilities regarding screening, 

admitting practices, theatre, 

isolation, etc have changed the 

way we practice medicine. We have 

had to adapt to this new ‘normal’. 

Health care professionals all have 

to wear PPE (Personal Protective 

Equipment) when reviewing every 

patient. There are different levels of 

PPE depending on the risk of patient 

we see. Hand hygiene and masks are 

the very bare essentials nowadays. 

I can honestly say that I have never 

had so many showers per day in 

my life. Of course, the economic 

ramifications that we have all had 

to face during the pandemic, and 

particularly the lockdown period has 

reached almost every health care 

professional as well. We have seen a 

significant drop in patient numbers, 

both as outpatients and inpatients 

and many practices have had to 

temporarily shut down as staff 

cannot be paid. From a personal 

standpoint, the sheer mammoth 

task of comprehending a global 

respiratory pandemic; and knowing 

that as a respiratory specialist 

you will be at the forefront and 

responsible for so many more lives, is 

massively daunting to say the least. 

With such limited resources, how 

do you weigh the worth of one life 

versus another? How do you decide 

who gets a ventilator and who does 

not? The most difficult personal 

issue though is, ‘how do I adequately 

treat my patients, yet not infect 

my family when I get home?’ I still 

remove my clothing outdoors and 

disinfect before I run into a shower, 

before my child can see me. There 

are days that I cannot go home at 

all due to the exposure I have had at 

the hospital. This is our new ‘normal’ 

and puts a massive strain on our 

personal lives. 

(Dr Naidoo shares common 

misconceptions about COVID-19. 

Read his comprehensive list on 

our website.) 

CLICK HERE 


ADVANCED LIFE 

SUPPORT PARAMEDIC 

JANUS VAN SCHALKWYK 

Self-confessed ocean addict and 

advanced life support paramedic, 

Janus van Schalkwyk is currently the 

clinical governance manager for IPSS 

Medical Rescue as well as the Cardiac 

and Stroke Network manager for 

Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart 

Centre. The 34-year-old qualified as a 

lifeguard at the age of 17 and was a 

working as a rescue swimmer on the 

old John Rolf Surf Rescue helicopter 

by the time he was 19 years old. 

“It was during this time that I met 

several paramedics who exposed 

me to pre-hospital emergency care. 

I was completely hooked from the 

first day I worked as a volunteer on 

an ambulance.” Janus has a bachelor’s 

degree in emergency medical care 

and has worked on both land based 

and offshore oil rigs across several 

African countries. He is currently 

completing his Master’s degree in 

Emergency Medicine. 

Tell us about how your job has 

evolved over the past three months 

as a frontline emergency worker 

during the pandemic. 

Pre-COVID-19 I spent a lot of time 

going out to communities, doctors, 

retirement homes and even other 

paramedical services conducting 

training and education talks on 

identifying risk factors, signs and 

symptoms and available interventions 

for cardiac diseases and strokes. Over 

the last four months, our primary 

focus has shifted towards preparing 

our staff, our road and aero-medical 

operations, and our support services 

for the pandemic. Unlike most other 

industries that focus on preventing 

their employees from coming into 

contact with suspected COVID-19 

patients, our employees will be 

required to treat and manage both 

high risk and confirmed COVID-19 

patients. Patient safety and the health 

of our staff is our primary concern. 

We have had to change the way we 

operate our services on a daily basis 

without compromising patient care. 

Everyone knows how uncomfortable 

masks are and how difficult they are 

IPSS advanced life support 

paramedic Janus van Schalkwyk 

We have had to change the way we 

operate our services on a daily basis 

without compromising patient care. 

to breath in. Now imagine carrying a heavy patient out of a forest or doing CPR 

for 40 minutes while wearing the mask. How do you explain to a patient that 

has sustained multiple fractures that they have to wear a mask? These are just 

some of the challenges we face daily and that we have had to adapt to. 

How are you are coping on both a professional and personal level in the 

midst of this pandemic? I have been in this industry for a long time. The 

nature of the industry requires you to put yourself in very stressful and difficult 

situations. Coping with the stress is challenging initially but the more senior 

crews will always be there to debrief, talk to and support junior crews. We have 

developed our own coping mechanisms over time, and must use them now 

more than ever. Having a partner who understands the industry makes a big 

difference as the stress does place a large burden on your relationship. 

What are some of the most common misconceptions people have about 

the work you do? A common misconception that many people still have 

about paramedics is that they are just ambulance drivers. In developed 

countries, patients are quickly loaded into an ambulance and rushed off to 

a nearby hospital to an awaiting team of specialists. In South Africa, access 

to healthcare is in ongoing challenge. Patients that are critically ill or injured 

often have to be transported for prolonged periods of time before arriving at 

a hospital that is able to provide definitive care. This means that paramedics 

sometimes spend hours treating patients before arriving at hospital. Out 

of necessity, South Africa has developed an extensive tertiary paramedical 

program to deal with this challenge. We now have access to advanced life 

support paramedics that can offer the same level of care, medications and 

equipment in the pre-hospital environment as what you would see in an 

emergency department at most hospitals. 


Inner-peace. Hurt-less. Energize-me. We love the names as 

much as the product. This Bellabaci Soul Food range of 

aromatherapy creams is wonderful. So’s the Cape Town 

brand ... ‘In our Utopia, we’d want a world that smells divine, 

silky soft skin for those who want it, healthy happy bodies 

for everyone, no exception, and products that simply do 

what they promise to do’. Love! R790 from bellabaci.com 

Mood enhancers? Yes 

please. Biomedcan has three 

products we’re stocking up 

on. MOOD promises to assist 

in improving one’s mood, 

decreasing anxiety, stress, 

depression, mood swings 

and PMS, without having a 

sedative effect. MIND can assist 

in improving memory and 

concentration, increasing brain 

clarity and energy levels and 

gives a feeling of upliftment. 

There’s SLEEP CBD Capsules 

... and who doesn’t need a 

good night’s sleep? R459 each. 

Details: biomedcan.co.za 

Diego dalla Palma Professional, a paraben-free, 

dermo-cosmeceutical skincare brand, is new on our beauty radar. 

This Dandelion Orange Blossom Jelly Scrub, with a soft gel-texture, 

creates a heat sensation when applied to the skin, has sugar 

crystals which gently remove keratinized cells and impurities, 

improving the transport of oxygen to the cells, leaving your 

skin hydrated, radiant and smooth. R520. Details: 021-701- 

2900 for your closest stockist. 

Real treats at reasonable prices 

... we’re devotees of the Morlage 

& Yorke range and love this 

Lemongrass & Verbena scented 

Hand & Body Lotion and Hand 

Wash, R84.95 each from @Home. 


A long soak 

in a hot tub 

(not too full, 

though!) ... 

bliss. New in 

the Earthsap 

range, Wild 

Rose & Lavender 

Bath Salts, 

R79.95 from 

wellness 

warehouse.com

And ... RELAX 

Live mindfully. Go for a walk. Practise yoga. Meditate. 

And enjoy some me-time with carefully selected products. 

All lychee and bergamot, 

redcurrant and rose, 

freesia and vanilla 

(swooningly lovely 

scents here), I am Sassy is 

a great range for a spoilyourself 

session at home. 

Priced from R29. Details: 

dealz.co.za 

Aah, spa! This Clarins Relax Body 

Treatment Oil - with 100 per 

cent plant extracts - sooths, 

replenishes and relaxes, relieving 

stress and fatigue. R615 from your 

Clarins stockist. 

TheraNaka has a range of hydrating, 

silky-textured body oils which can be used neat 

on the skin, or added to running water into 

your bath. Local and lovely, there’s this African 

Earth Body Oil (safe to use while pregnant) 

as well as Peace, Recharge, and Vigour 

options. R226 each from theranaka.co.za 

We’re completely enamoured with the William Dabs range at Checkers, and the new Spa range is heavenly. Great packaging, 

brilliant ingredients and products, exceptionally well priced. What’s not to love? A body scrub and butter, foaming handwash 

and dry oil spray, bath oil and soak ... the full home spa treatment. From R44.99 to R69.99, exclusive to Checkers. 

July 2020 Get It • Ballito Umhlanga 17 

Compiled by: KYM ARGO.

LIVING THE HOLIDAY 

HAS NEVER LOOKED 

MORE BEAUTIFUL 

THE BEST OF SOUTH COAST SPLENDOUR 

Located in Scottburgh, KwaZulu-Natal, Renishaw Hills is a mature lifestyle village and true coastal gem 

that offers quality, lifestyle, value and community. For us, it’s business as usual as we show discerning 

buyers around our piece of paradise complete with strict safety and hygiene protocols. If you’re ready 

to see what all the fuss is about, why not take a drive down the true coast? Enjoy a stroll amongst the 

flowering aloes, see our glorious gardens, expansive nature trails, wide-open spaces and find out more 

about our low-touch activities. Dreaming of a retirement that feels like a vacation every single day? You 

could soon make it a reality from as little as R1.6 million. 

Email sales@renishawhills.co.za to book your private tour today or If you’d prefer to stay home, visit our 

website www.renishawhills.co.za to browse our virtual tours. 

THE START OF A NEW ADVENTURE

Essential 

wellness 

If, like us, you’re a fan of essentials oils, 

you’ll love these must-have oils for 

common ailments. Stay healthy! 


Eucalyptus 

What it’s good for: 

• Anti-inflammatory • Antioxidant • Increased blood flow • Reduced tension headaches • Cold sores • Easing arthritis 

pain • Clearing sinuses 

How to use it: 

• To alleviate a headache simply roll up a damp, clean cloth and sprinkle with a few drops of eucalyptus oil. Apply to 

forehead, focusing on your temples and the back of your neck. 

• Added to warm baths, eucalyptus oil’s analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties help to rejuvenate stiff and sore 

muscles. 

• Diffuse five drops for an immune system booster. 

• Apply two to three drops to your chest and back of your neck as a cough reliever. 



Soil tea tree organic essential 

oil, R45 • Ceramic burner 

perfect for your favourite 

essential oils or soy wax melts, 

R130. Both from soil.co.za 

Aura Zen Ultrasonic 

Diffuser. R1 249 from 

yuppiechef.com 

Peppermint 


• Headache & migraine relief • Upset stomach 

• Reducing fevers • Flavouring hot drinks 

• Suppressing appetite • Energy boost 

• Getting rid of bad breath 


• Dilute and apply to temples, above ears and/ or 

back of the neck for headache or migraine relief 

• Apply topically to the abdomen or place one drop 

under tongue for upset stomach 

• Apply along the spine to bring down a fever 

• Use a drop of peppermint and a drop of lemon in 

water for a mouth rinse 

• Use on the bottom of your feet and on your chest 

to improve breathing and fight flu infections. 

Cinnamon, orange & clove 

These three oils are amazing when diffused 

together. They make your home smell inviting and 

warm and at the same time, they’re invigorating 

and energising. We all know that the longer winter 

lasts, the harder it can be to be positive and upbeat. 


• Energising and uplifting • Baking • Emotional 

balance • Dental discomfort 


• Diffuse them together to uplift the mood 

• Add a few drops, to baking (muffins, cookies, 

frosting, etc) to add flavour 

• Use clove to relieve tooth pain 

Tea tree 


• Itchy skin • Inflammation • Dry skin • 

Sore throat • Cold sores • Congestion • 

Ear infections 


• Breathe easier when you have a cold 

with the help of tea tree oil. Place a few 

drops of tea tree in a carrier oil (olive, 

coconut, almond oil or any other) into 

the tub or shower before you get in to 

release the oils into the steam. 

• Mix a few drops of tea tree oil with 

two teaspoons of raw, organic honey 

and apply to the pimple using 

a cotton pad, then rinse with 

water. 

• Relieves earaches: Mix 1 drop of 

tea tree oil with 1 tsp. 

olive oil, drop mixture 

into the ear, then 

remove by tilting head. 

• Relieves asthma when 

a few drops are added 

to a humidifier. 


MOVING WITH PASSION 

Explosive, expressive, dynamic and and loads of fun. This is how Ballito dancer 

Jenna Lee Page describes the form of dance that she is absolutely 

passionate about - shuffling. 

Text: LEAH SHONE | Photography & Videography: MARY-ANN PALMER 


You can’t help but feel inspired 

to move as you watch Jenna Lee 

dancing. She shuffles her feet inwards 

and outwards, moving her arms up 

and down to the rhythm of the music 

… and the look on her face is one of 

pure joy. 

The shuffle dance, or the Melbourne 

Shuffle as it’s known, is a form of 

dance that originated in Australia in 

the 1980’s. The dance style involves 

repeated heal-and-toe movements 

and ‘running man’ type moves. But, 

according to Jenna, it is most often 

about your personal interpretation. 

“This dance style is about each 

individual’s expression of energy and 

how music makes them feel. You 

really embody your own unique style, 

which is your flow. And that is what I 

love about it.” 

Jenna first discovered the shuffle 

dance while she was living and 

working in Miami in the USA. Now 

she’s introducing her skills and sharing 

her passion with the North Coast 

community by way of dance classes 

for adults and children, called Jiving 

with Jen. 

“I wanted to join a dance crew (like 

the one in the movie ‘Step Up’) since 

I was a little kid. While I was living 

overseas I did just that. I met a group 

of dancers and starting following 

my dancing dream. I practised every 

day until I had my unique flow and a 

deeper understanding of the art.” 

Jenna, who has a BA degree in 

fashion media and marketing, grew 

up in Johannesburg. Her family, she 

says, mean everything to her. “My 

family have always been my greatest 

supporters, encouraging me to take 

on anything I ever set my heart to.” 

And now Jenna has her heart set 

on teaching and sharing her love 

for dance. “This dance style is a real 

culture. It makes you feel confident 

and is such fun to do as a group. It’s 

a full body workout and a complete 

energy release.” 

Jenna will be offering classes for both 

adults and children. Her classes will 

differ depending on age groups and 

gender. The adult classes will be a 

combination of dance, pilates and 

fitness, bringing a unique, functional 

and fun style of training. 

“My kids programme is designed to 

inspire and teach them movement, as 

well as enable them to find a healthy 

balance in their lives. I teach children 

dance steps, choreography, creative 

movement and thinking. We also 

incorporate pilates for strengthening 

and conditioning. 

“I have always loved dancing and my 

life’s dream is to share my energy and 

love of movement. I have taken many 

different avenues in life, but somehow 

every decision has led me right back 

to this dream.” 

Jenna is offering Jiving with Jen 

online classes (through Zoom) during 

lockdown. 

Details: @jivewithjen; www.jivewithjen. 

com; jivewithjen9@gmail.com 

WATCH NOW 


REACHING 

FOR HIS 

DREAMS 

He may be young, but Simbithi’s 

Tayne de Villiers is also ambitious, 

focused and determined to reach 

his dreams. We caught up with the 

19-year-old model and sportsman. 



t’s the ultimate dream. 

But, when someone 

tells you they want to 

be a famous actor in 

Hollywood, it’s easy 

to dismiss it as a ‘pipe 

dream’... unattainable and 

out of reach. 

Somehow though, that’s 

just not the case when 

Tayne tells you this is what he has his 

sights set on. Not after seeing all he 

has already achieved at such a young 

age. 

From simply being scouted on 

Instagram, Tayne has already had 

incredible international exposure and 

experience in the modelling world. 

Not only has he been featured in a 

Roberto Cavalli Vodka campaign and 

graced the covers of two magazines 

in Los Angeles, but he is also part of a 

gallery exhibition that is set to showcase in London, New York and Paris. 

His biggest achievement to date, though, Tayne says, is signing a threeyear 

contract with WhiteCross Management, which is owned by celebrity 

photographer Jim Jordan (who also discovered Tayne on Instagram). 

An avid sportsman, former Glenwood Boys High boy Tayne says he was always 

very focused on his sport, growing up. He made the under 18 junior Sharks rugby 

club, got his SA colours in karate and KZN colours in Taekwondo. “I loved rugby 

and cricket at school and even now I would rather go to gym on a Friday night 

than go out partying.” His current interests include Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and 

boxing, as well as motocross, which he enjoys on the weekend. 

After school Tayne studied event management online through UCT and recently 

completed a diploma in fitness and nutrition. He is the brand ambassador for 

Dranged Fitness clothing and a Nutritech sponsored athlete. 

When it comes to modeling Tayne says he definitely prefers photographic work 

to ramp modelling. “I tried ramp once and I walked like an injured rugby player,” 

he laughs. 

Having signed his contract with WhiteCross Management, Tayne says his next 

step is to move to Los Angeles (as soon as he is able to travel again), where he 

will focus on his ultimate goal of becoming an actor. “I have already met with 

producers and directors and acting is definitely where I want to be.” 

Asked who he looks up to in life, Tayne says it is his mom, Nikki. “I couldn’t have 

done any of this without her love and support.” 


Rethinking a sustainable 

LIFESTYLE 

Reduce. Reuse. Recyle. The new Three Rs. But how seriously do 

we really take this? And how can we encourage more people 

to instil these rules as a simple habit, rather than a chore? 

We got some really useful, practical tips for zero waste that are easy to incorporate into our daily lives from Karen Heron, 

founder of Earth Probiotic, who says by thinking about waste before we generate it, we can collectively have a huge impact 

on the war on waste. She adds that being conscious of our environmental impact helps with the choices we make, and 

therefore the consequences of our actions. Easier said than done? Nope. Not if you start off with these basic tips... 

Compiled by KYM ARGO 


Refuse (say ‘no’) 

This sounds easy but often we’re bombarded with packaging we don’t want or can’t get away from. 

However, if we’re prepared, this is very much easier. For example, choosing loose fruit and veg which 

come almost package-free. Get yourself a mesh bag for this purpose and remember to take it with you 

when you head to the shops. Also, always keep a fabric bag in your car to hold your shopping, then 

refuse the plastic version offered at the store. 

Reduce 

Large bags of food produce seem like a bargain and often are ... but only if all the contents are used. 

Otherwise, you’re throwing away good food and money because there was too much of it. Buy only 

what you need. A planned weekly menu is a great way to help you buy only the items required (and 

makes for a quick shop). This reduces impulse spending which is often wasteful, especially if produce is 

forgotten or goes bad before being used. 

Reuse 

Most food packaging containers can be used many times over. Use the large yoghurt tubs to freeze 

stock, home-made dog food and leftovers. Stick a piece of masking tape on the lid for easy labelling. 

They’re great for storing beads, buttons and for planting seedlings too. 

Repurpose 

Restyle clothes you no longer wear and update them to create new items. A baggy shirt that was 

once fashionable can be taken in to begin new life as a fitted shirt. Long skirts or dresses that were an 

awkward length can be shortened; jeans that mysteriously shrank in length, when lopped off at the hem 

will now be very fashionable with the ends unravelling. And the cut-off fabric? Use it to patch up dog 

cushions or old toys. A chipped salad bowl can be given drainage holes and become a useful pot plant 

holder and old wool or thick string can be knotted, macramé-style, into holding the pot plant. 

Recycle 

Much, but not all, the packaging we face today can be recycled into another life. Paper waste needs be 

kept clean (from food waste), food waste composted, then all the other dry waste (glass, cans and plastic, 

once cleaned,) can be added together. Recyclable waste is either picked out of your kerb side bins by 

informal waste collectors, or separated at a Waste Recycling Facility. Clothes and household items can be 

recycled easily through friends, family and even at the office as there’s always someone who can make 

use of these items. Hospice gladly takes almost anything and there are many centres and charities that 

collect these items, which are sold to raise funds. 

Relax 

You alone are not going to save the world (even though you want to!). But by your actions you’re 

changing the people around you. They see you and your passion and it’s hard not to want to be you, the 

queen of recycling. Share your knowledge, money-saving tips (recycling definitely saves cash) and stay 

brave in your convictions 

Whip up a feast with Karen Short 

Taking recyling seriously 

Earth Probiotic was started by Karen and Gavin Heron in 2010 with the express purpose of diverting food waste from 

landfill. One hundred per cent of their products are sourced and manufactured in South Africa. All their products are 

made from either recycled or upcycled material. Their packaging is recyclable and they’re aiming to make it compostable 

in the near future. They believe diversity is key to thriving systems, whether they’re a business, a garden, a compost heap, 

a farm or even a small pond. Everything they sell in their store they use in their home. Earth Probiotic is officially Proudly 

South African and helps champion the recycling of all organics through different mechanisms in South Africa. 

Details: earthprobiotic.compond. 


zero 

Aiming 

waste 

for a 

lifestyle 

to a second-hand bookstore, the library or a local 

school. 

Sam and Dom Moleta, owners of one of SA’s first 

zero waste grocers, The Refillery, spent six years 

working in the yacht industry, and saw first-hand 

the impact plastic waste has on the oceans. Vowing 

to make a difference, they share their tips for a 

zero waste lifestyle. 

First and foremost, be realistic. ‘As the inspiring Bea 

Johnson says, we may never reach the zero in Zero 

Waste but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try.’ 

Be a conscious consumer. By simply being aware 

that what you buy adds to the world’s consumerism 

problem, you can have a positive effect. 

Ban single-use. Choose to reuse what you have, reinvent 

it, repurpose it, refill it and recycle it when it 

finally comes to the end of its life. Buy unpackaged 

fruit and veg. Only ever use reusable shopping 

bags. 

Support small businesses that empower people 

and grow our economy. 

Shop local. Or second-hand. Every single item we 

own has a carbon footprint. Reduce that by not 

adding shipping. It’s even better if it’s been used 

before and is now finding new life instead of going 

to a landfill. Mend things and donate or sell what 

you no longer use. You don’t have to search far to 

find charities looking for donations. Sell stuff on 

Facebook Marketplace, Gumtree or at Cash Crusaders 

and give someone the opportunity to buy 

second-hand. Donate old books and textbooks 

KURO-Bo (meaning ‘black stick’ in Japanese) is the 

first 100 per cent plastic-free, scientifically-proven, 

natural and biodegradable water filter in Africa. Usable 

in any jug or water dispenser you already have, 

the activated charcoal attracts positively-charged 

toxins and heavy metals, drawing them out of the 

water, and depositing beneficial minerals into the 

water. It also balances the pH of acidic water. A stick 

gives you three-plus months of cleaner, healthier, 

better-tasting water with zero waste! R195 for the 

sticks, R165 for the coins. Details: kuro-bo.com 

28 Get It • Ballito Umhlanga July 2020Z 

Watch what you eat. The commercial food industry 

is not environmentally friendly so go Flexitarian. 

Take part in Meat-Free Mondays, add one 

vegan day into your week, or simply cut out beef. 

Another eco-tip is to make enough food for leftovers, 

which means you don’t have to cook a new 

meal from scratch every day – hooray to that! 

Zero-tox. Chemicals make things expensive, are 

packaged in plastic and negatively affect our 

health, water supply and the planet. They’re also 

not necessary. Opt for chemical-free cosmetics 

and cleaning products, or make your own out of 

common, non-toxic household ingredients. 

Be water wise. Share baths, take shorter showers, 

invest in a water-saving shower head and flush like 

a Capetonian. Use a dish washer instead of hand 

washing – but only run it when it’s fully packed. 

Rinse vegetables in a bowl of water, then use it to 

water the garden. 

Switch off your lights and unplug all your unused 

appliances. The substantial reduction in your 

monthly electricity bill will be an added bonus. 

Compost. This significantly cuts waste while also 

creating a positive product for your garden. 

For further inspiration, tips and advice in living a 

low-impact life, and to order from the store, click 

on therefillery.co.za


Listen, learn & live mindfully 

Listening to podcasts is a great way to educate and up-skill yourself. We found 

two locally-produced podcasts that we believe tie in perfectly with our theme this 

month ... mindful living. 

We are all multi-tasking in some way 

or another at the moment, which 

makes listening to podcasts a great 

way to incorporate some learning and 

growth into everyday life. But what 

you listen to is very important and, 

while ‘multi-taking’ may be something 

we can’t avoid, it is important to find 

a way to live with intention and be 

consciously aware of the thoughts 

going on in your mind. 

KINDNESS CAN 

WHO IS BEHIND THE PODCAST? 

Well-known radio personality and 

mother of three Jane Linley-Thomas 

and psychologist and author Paul 

Bushell started their KindnessCan 

movement with the goal of helping 

people live with ‘intentional kindness’. 

KindnessCan is a movement of talks, 

workshops and digital content. 

“Although kindness is not always easy 

or simple, it has the power to change 

the world. In so many of the stories 

we have covered in their careers, if 

there had been more kindness the 

circumstances and outcomes would 

have been very different. It is therefore 

really important that we all get the 

tools and practice being kinder in our 

lives,” says Paul. 

WATCH NOW 

WHAT CAN PEOPLE EXPECT TO 

HEAR? 

The podcast was started as a way of 

capturing some of the conversations 

that Jane and Paul were having every 

day with each other over the phone 

and in their work with schools and 

corporates. Each week, Jane and 

Paul pick up on a new topic and talk 

through different practical ways that 

we can be kinder in those moments. 

The show also features guests, who 

talk through different moments in 

their lives and how kindness played 

out. 

Radio 

personality 

Jane Linley- 

Thomas and 

psychologist 

and author Paul 

Bushell 


WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO LIVE 

WITH INTENTIONAL KINDNESS? 

Living with intentional kindness 

is important in our current 

circumstances. Our worrying brain 

wants to keep us alive. In this process, 

we can sometimes over simplify, 

over catastrophize, polarise and 

distort different thoughts, feelings 

and behaviours. Being intentional 

allows us to take manual control of 

our brain’s process, and make sure 

we settle on thoughts that are true, 

fair and useful. This then allows us to 

make good choices about how we 

respond in different situations. Being 

kind doesn’t always mean saying yes. 

Sometimes being kind means saying 

no and making hard choices. 


HOW CAN WE PRACTICE KIND- 

NESS EVERY DAY? 

I think gratitude is an important way 

of maintaining a good balance in our 

minds and lives. You can do this by 

keeping a gratitude journal, making 

a list (on paper or in your head) of 

everyday of things that you feel 

grateful for. It is really important to 

choose carefully who you surround 

yourself with. This sometimes 

means limiting your news in-take, 

unfollowing people who make you 

feel anxious or insecure on social 

media and learning to turn some 

invitations down. 

Details: Find the KindnessCan podcast 

on the Apple Podcast app or www. 

kindnesscan.co.za 

Life coach and speaker Caitlyn de Beer 

THE UNPODCAST 

WHO IS BEHIND THE PODCAST? 

Life coach and speaker Caitlyn de Beer 

has an honours in Clinical Psychology, 

is a Psychology lecturer and is a results 

life coach who has worked with over 

400 individual clients. She is also a 

mom of two small children. After years 

of lecturing and speaking, Caitlyn 

says she realised that whilst she loved 

writing, her message and story were 

often better received when she spoke 

them. 

WHAT CAN PEOPLE EXPECT TO 

HEAR? 

I wanted to create a space where 

women could journey into knowing 

and loving themselves as women 

and mothers. I do this by sharing 

topics around self management, 

motherhood and loving your whole 

self. I invite professionals from around 

the world to share specifics on their 

area of expertise around these topics 

too. Each episode is no more than 35 

minutes long and the focus is on selfacceptance, 

escaping limiting-beliefs 

and embracing a life that you love. 

PLEASE SHARE SOME ADVICE ON 

HOW YOU ARE MANAGING TO LIVE 

CONSCIOUSLY IN THE CURRENT 

CIRCUMSTANCES? 

1. Know yourself: Connecting 

with my emotions is one the most 

powerful ways I have learnt to live. 

Many of us run from, or numb our 

emotions in the busy-ness of life. 

Moving through the discomfort of 

uncomfortable emotions and learning 

that they do in fact pass, without 

cracking, set me free in more ways 

than I could ever say. 

2. Be in the now: Being a real gogetter, 

an A-type personality and a 

future-oriented thinker, I spent much 

WATCH NOW 

of my life living in the future and in 

fact missing the present. A mantra I 

often repeat to myself now when I 

find myself struggling to be present in 

the moment (especially with my kids) 

is ‘I have nowhere more important to 

be than here right now’. 

3. Live your life on purpose: There is 

no denying that COVID-19 has rocked 

our worlds. And, whilst it’s taught us 

so much, it has brought about loss 

too. When we lose jobs, dreams or 

hope, it’s often easy to lose purpose 

too. Dreams may be on hold but your 

life still counts right now and an easier 

way to find purpose in the now is to 

ask ourselves what we have in our 

hands. Doing this helps us connect 

with our capabilities in the now. 

Details: The Unpodcast can be 

found on any podcast app (Apple 

or Android), Spotify and on: www. 

caitlyndebeer.com/podcast/. 


RISE 

to the occasion 

There’s something about a slice of freshly baked, 

home-made bread, served with a thick pat of 

butter, that creates a feeling of comfort and 

cosiness. And the very act of making something 

with your hands can improve your mental health! 

So get baking. We’ve found some easy recipes 

to get you started. 



Sarah Graham’s seed bread 

A lovely loaf that’s gluten-free and 

Banting-friendly 

You’ll need: 

1 cup mixed seeds/ nuts; 1 cup 

almond flour; 1 cup coconut flour; 2 

cups water (start with 1½ cups and 

add more as necessary); 3 Tblsps 

psyllium husks (available at Clicks and 

health stores); 1 tsp bicarb of soda; ½ 

cup coconut oil (warmed until liquid); 

¼ cup natural yoghurt (or coconut 

milk/ extra water); 2 tsp honey (or 

alternative healthy natural sweetener); 

½ tsp salt 

Method: 

Preheat oven to 180°C and grease and 

line a small/medium-sized loaf tin. 

Mix all ingredients together – if it 

seems very dry add another ¼ cup 

water. It will not be like usual bread, it 

will seem quite crumbly and have the 

texture of beach sand, which is fine. 

Transfer mixture to loaf tin, gently 

smooth out the surface using the 

back of a spoon and bake for about 30 

minutes or until golden. 

A great tip is to leave the loaf to cool 

to room temperature, remove from 

the tin, slice, then freeze in slices and 

remove a slice at a time to thaw or 

toast just before eating. It’s a great 

snack with mashed avo or 

scrambled egg. 

Garlic, cheddar, bacon & 

beer bread 

Garlic. Cheddar. Bacon. Beer. What more 

could you possibly want? Great to serve 

at your next braai. 


3 cups self-raising flour; ½ cup sugar; 

340ml beer; 1 cup grated Cheddar 

cheese; ½ cup bacon (chopped); 1 

Tblsp garlic powder; 1 tsp parsley; ¼ 

cup melted butter 

Method: 

Preheat the oven to 190°C. In a large 

bowl, gently stir together the flour, 

sugar and beer until combined. Then 

gently stir in the cheese, bacon, garlic 

powder and parsley. Pour the resulting 

batter into a greased loaf tin, then pour 

the melted butter on top of the batter. 

Cook for 50 minutes to one hour, or 

until a skewer inserted into the bread 

comes out clean. Let the bread cool for 

at least five minutes before serving. 

TIP: If you don’t allow 

your bread enough time 

to rise, it will be dense and 

chewy after you bake it. Just 

be sure to give it plenty of 

time to get the lift it needs. 

You can tell if the bread has 

risen enough when you poke 

a knuckle into the dough 

and the indentation slowly 

springs back. 

No-knead bread 

No muscles? No problem. Here’s a no-knead bread that’s easy and delicious. 


1 ½ tsp honey; 1 ½ tsp active dry yeast; 1 ¾ cups warm water, divided; 3 ½ cups allpurpose 

flour, divided; 1 ½ tsp kosher salt 

Method: 

Combine honey, yeast, and a ½ cup of the water in a small bowl and stir lightly. Let 

stand for 5 minutes. Keep 1½ Tblsps of the flour for later. Place remaining flour in a 

large bowl – add salt, whisk to combine, then form a well in the centre. Add yeast 

mixture and remaining 1¼ cups water into well and stir until combined. Remove 

dough from sides of the bowl and form a ball in the bottom centre of the bowl 

(dough will be very sticky and wet). Sprinkle top with reserved flour. Cover bowl 

with plastic wrap and place in a warm area. Let rise for two hours. 

Preheat oven to 220°C. Remove half the dough and place in a loaf shape on a 

lightly greased baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough, and place five to 

seven centimetres apart on the same prepared baking sheet. Bake until golden 

and toasted and a hollow sound is heard when tapped – about 22 to 25 minutes. 

Let stand for five minutes before serving. 


Farmhouse white bread 

(Makes two loaves) 


5 cups bread flour; 10g instant yeast; 2 tsp 

salt; 3 tsp sugar; 1 Tblsp extra virgin olive oil; 2 

cups lukewarm water 

Method: 

Place all the dry ingredients in the bowl of an 

electric mixer fitted with a dough hook and 

begin mixing on low speed. 

Add the oil to the warm water and slowly 

add to the flour mixture until well combined. 

Knead the dough for about 10 minutes on 

low speed until the dough is smooth, elastic 

and not sticky to the touch. Place dough in a 

clean, lightly oiled bowl, loosely covered with 

a kitchen towel and leave in a warm place 

for about an hour or until the dough has 

doubled in size. 

Using your fist, punch down the dough to 

expel the air. Lightly knead by hand for a 

minute or two until the dough is smooth 

again. Divide the dough equally in two. 

Shape each half into a log and place into two 

lightly greased loaf tins. Once again, cover 

with a towel and leave in a warm place for 30 

– 40 minutes until doubled in size. 

Preheat the oven to 180°C. 

Lightly brush loaves with egg wash (one egg 

whisked with a dash of milk and a pinch of 

salt) and place in preheated oven for 40-50 

minutes or until beautifully risen, golden 

and sounds hollow when gently tapped 

underneath. Remove from tin and allow to 

cool on a wire rack. 

A great addition to your kitchen library… 

In 100 Great Breads by Paul Hollywood, you can discover the nostalgic 

smell of milk loaf and rye bread, how to master baguettes and 

croissants, and try your hand at some inspiring bakes, including Pane 

Toscano with Dolcelatte and Cypriot Easter Bread, as well as sweet 

treats such as Honey & Saffron Loaf and Chocolate & Sour Cherry Bread. 

R389, Yuppiechef.com 

Invest in this: 

The Pa Casola has 13 preset 

functions and a 13-hour 

programmable timer. Simply add 

your bread batter before you go to 

bed and tuck into delicious, warm 

home-made bread when you wake 

up. It even allows you to select 

your crust setting from light to 

medium or dark. Taurus Pa Casola 

bread maker, 850W, 

R2 999, @Home. 


WATCH NOW 

Tips for Sourdough loaves at home! 

Own of our favourite local baking guru’s, Yoli’s Bakery owner Nicky Cooper, shares 

some nuggets of wisdom for baking your one sourdough bread at home … 

• Use a scale! You may be fond of 

your matching set of measuring cups 

and spoons but trust me, your full cup 

of flour will undoubtedly be different 

to mine and whoever developed 

the recipe you are following. For 

consistent results invest in a kitchen 

scale and look for a recipe in grams. 

There are great baking apps available 

to convert if your recipe asks for 

spoons and cups! 

• If you are serious about making 

bread and want a nice creamy crumb 

with an open structure, like we favour 

at Yoli’s, you need to work with recipes 

with higher hydration percentages, 

much easier when you have a small 

mixer with a dough hook, really a 

worthy investment! Trying to mix wet 

dough by hand becomes very tricky 

and the temptation to keep adding 

flour is a bad idea as this changes the 

balance of the recipe. 

• Adopt the attitude of low and 

slow, to get the best flavour, texture 

and health benefits from your loaf, 

long slow fermentations at lower 

temperatures are best. Besides 

this is what makes a sourdough a 

sourdough! 

• Stretching and folding your 

dough while it undergoes its ‘bulk 

fermentation’ is the best way to 

ensure strength in the structure of 

your gluten to give you that desired 

rise and oven spring during baking! 

• My best tip for sourdough 

enthusiasts who battle to maintain 

a culture when they are only baking 

once a week, is to use a pure rye 

culture, and STORE IT IN THE FRIDGE. 

It is the most stable of cultures and 

will last you between bakes without 

you having to feed and throw away 

daily, use a small amount of your 

starter to build the larger pre-ferment 

the day before you want to make 

your sourdough, then top up for 

next week, waste not want not, 

stoneground flour is expensive! 

• Another great tip, use unsweetened 

pineapple juice in the first 2 days of 

building phase of your culture, the 

pineapple juice creates the right PH 

balanced environment for the wild 

yeast to thrive and a hostile for the 

development of harmful bacteria 

which can cause your culture to turn 

acid too quickly. Details: Yolis Bakery, 

The Market, Ballito Lifestyle Centre 


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Delicious takehome 

treats 

From home-cooked frozen meals to amazing fresh baked rusks and the tastiest curries 

you can imagine … these are some of our favourite North Coast takeaway and 

delivery foodie businesses. 

FULL CREAM CATERING 

Full Cream Catering for weekly 

delivery on Fridays and have stocked 

freezers for anytime collections within 

some of the North Coast’s well known 

estates. Meals vary from R65 to R70 

per a serving and come in portions 

of two or four. Details: www.fullcream. 

catering / WhatsApp to order: 

0714276552 

BIRYANI BOX 

Very few things beat a good curry 

and the standards are set very high 

when it comes to the quality of 

meat, vegetables and spices that are 

used at The Biryani Box. Cleanliness, 

presentation and taste are their top 

priorities. They have professional chefs 

with over 30 years in the catering 

industry. They specialise in open fire 

Indian dishes, Biryani, Curries, Roasts 

and Platters Details: 3 Preash Park, 

Ballito, KZN / www.biryanibox.co.za / 

083 2300 491 / 032 944 2184 

DELISH SISTERS 

PLATES WITH KATE 

Plates with Kate is about the 

enjoyment of food and baking. Kate 

Armstrong combines her passion for 

cooking with her careful attention to 

detail to produce health conscious 

products...and guilty pleasures. Plates 

with Kate showcases growth as what 

once started as a personal catering 

business is now rolling into packaged 

products of her famous goodies, get 

your pack of home-made delicious 

rusks for R80. Details: @plateswithkate 

/ 082 928 5485 / plateswithkate@ 

gmail.com 

Delish Sisters, Rebecca Lund and Kate Arthur have had to get creative, like 

many other small business owners during this time. As such, they have 

expanded their offering to include delicious, wholesome home meals. 

They have a broad offering, from baked goods like biscuits, rusks, cakes 

and their signature chocolate brownies, to quiches, dips and dressings, 

as well as fresh and freezable meals for the whole family! The menu 

changes slightly each week to keep things exciting, and is sent out to 

their database every Monday. Details: Feel free to WhatsApp 0835832943 

or email info@delishsisters.co.za to get a menu and pricing breakdown. 


Thoughtful wine options 

From the organic, biodynamic winery Waterkloof, Circle of Life White 2016 is a blend of mostly Sauvignon Blanc, 

Chenin Blanc and a touch of Sémillon. Beautiful aromatics of lime and gooseberry. From around R160 a bottle. Details: 

waterkloofwines.co.za. • Award-winning Flagstone Free Run Reserve Sauvignon Blanc is all layers of fruit complexity with 

aromas of asparagus, green fig, citrus, passion fruit as well as a hint of guava. It’s full bodied, complex and classy ... and best 

of all, it’s vegan! With a limited release of 2100 bottles, you can get if for R220 a bottle from the flagstonewines.com • For 

an Almost Zero alcohol wine (0.3 per cent, to be exact), we suggest you stock up on this Van Loveren Family Vineyards 

Radiant Red (there’s a Wondeful White and Ravishing Rosé, too.) It’s made using traditional winemaking methods, 

combined with modern de-alcoholisation methods, and you’ll find it at your local stores for around R69. • Two exceptional 

vegan-friendly options from Bouchard Finlayson are the Missionvale Chardonnay 2017 (with flavours of pineapple and 

white pear and a mere hint of toasted hazelnut) and Hannibal 2017, (originally prompted by the classic taste and palate of 

Italian varieties, Sangiovese and Nebbiolo. R276 and R331 respectively, from bouchardfinlayson.co.za 


Drinking responsibly is nothing new. Living mindfully means 

you should take a good look at the estates and the wines 

you’re choosing ... with conservation, organic, 

vegan-friendly and low alcohol being 

part of your buying decisions. 

Delheim is an industry leader in its commitment to conservation and responsible production practices. The farm uses 

a bio-natural water management plant that recycles all cellar waste water, takes care to preserve substantial tracts of 

mountain fynbos, and promotes bio-diversity. The Delheim Chenin Blanc Wild Ferment is made in one of the most 

natural processes – by allowing spontaneous fermentation by indigenous yeast. Around R145 a bottle. Details: delheim. 

com • Demonstrating their commitment to a greener, animal-friendly future, Spier was the first winery in the world to 

receive Control Union Vegan Standard certification by the accredited certifying body, Control Union. So an excellent 

choice for vegans are the Spier Creative Block 2 (a Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon blend) and the Seaward Chardonnay, two 

of the four vegan wines from Spier’s vegan range. R110 each from spier.co.za • Mensa winemaker Ben Snyman crafts only 

vegan-friendly wines, eschewing the use of any animal products in the cellar. There are two fabulous vegan-friendly wines 

– Sauvignon Blanc 2019 is a beautifully balanced wine brimming with citrus and tropical fruit, and Cabernet Sauvignon 

2018 has all intense flavours of dark chocolate and blackberry. R80 and R90 from mensawines.com 

Compiled by: KYM ARGO. Photographer: MEGAN BRETT. 


A lovely spicy Shiraz is a slam 

dunk for winter beets 

Cooler weather calls for hearty root vegetables 

and succulent meat dishes. And those, in turn, 

call for a spicy Shiraz. Tokara Chef Carolize 

Coetzee has shared the recipe for her flavourful 

salt-baked beetroot, which is perfectly paired 

with the estate’s full-bodied premium Tokara 

Shiraz. 

Salt-baked beetroot 


4 medium sized whole beetroot; 800g coarse 

salt; 3 egg whites from extra-large eggs; 500g 

cake flour; 250ml water 

For the garnish: Raspberries, fennel, toasted 

walnuts and celery. 

Method: 

Preheat the oven to 180°C 

Blend the salt and flour together in a food 

processor until fine. In a mixer with a dough 

hook, mix the flour mixture with the egg whites 

and water until a dough is formed. 

Wash and dry the unpeeled beetroot. 

Roll out the dough until 5mm in thickness. Cut 

into big enough pieces and wrap around each 

entire beetroot. 

Bake for 1 hour, then remove from oven and 

cool slightly. Break open the dough and remove 

the beetroot. Discard the baked dough. 

Peel the beetroot, then rinse and dry with 

paper towel. Cool and slice the beetroot thinly. 

Garnish with raspberry, fennel, toasted walnuts 

and celery. 

These 

Babylonstoren 

Beetroot & Garlic 

Salt Flakes add extra 

flavour and a pop of 

colour to even the 

most simple dish. 

The beetroot stains 

the salt a beautiful 

pink colour and 

gives it a delicate, 

earthy flavour, while 

the garlic gives 

the mixture some 

punch. R70 from 

babylonstoren.com 

A glass of red. A platter 

of cheeses – including a 

creamy blue. A bottle of 

Woolworths’ Beetroot 

& Fig Preserve. Life 

is good. R52.99 from 

Woolies. 

This full-bodied 

Tokara Shiraz is 

available at a cellar 

door price of 

R125, for online 

purchase and 

delivery. Details: 

tokara.com 

Compiled by KYM ARGO 


BEET 

THE MID-WINTER BLUES 

Warm beetroot and 

butternut winter salad 

Butternut. Beet. Goat’s cheese. A 

marriage made in foodie heaven. 

This recipe was generously 

shared by a chef at the De Hoop 

Collection in the De Hoop 

Reserve, just east of Cape Agulhas, 

on a visit a year or two ago, and 

we’ve made it again and again 

and again. It’s a method, more 

than a recipe, so we’ve given no 

quantities ... jiggle depending on 

how many you’re feeding. The 

dressing is enough for a salad for 

four to six people. 

Peel butternut and beets, cut 

into large, similar size chunks, toss 

lightly in olive oil and roast until 

cooked. While roasting, make the 

dressing. Into a small bowl, put half 

a cup of Mrs Ball’s chutney, add a 

good shake of chilli flakes, three 

generous tablespoons of honey, a 

handful of chopped spring onions, 

salt and freshly ground black 

pepper and enough olive oil to 

blend (about quarter of a cup). 

Pile some fresh rocket on a plate, 

then scatter the warm, baked 

butternut and beets over the top. 

Pour over the dressing, then top 

with dollops of goat’s cheese. 

Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts. 

Top tip: Ring the changes to suit 

your taste. Feta works as well as 

goat’s cheese, roasted walnuts 

can replace pine nuts, leave off 

the rocket if you want to serve it 

as a vegetable side dish instead 

of a salad. 

Good for you granola. This Raw Goji Berry 

& Beetroot Granola has no preservatives 

or added sugar, is a great source of 

fibre and is made from certified organic 

ingredients. R49.99 from Woolworths. 

Oh my! The range of fabrics from The Whimsical Duchess is just glorious. Custom 

made, printed fabrics in tablecloths, cushion covers, tea towels or sold by the metre 

... brilliant for a statement sofa, a bed throw, a picnic blanket. There’s natural linen and 

cotton canvas, bull denim and mock linen and plush velvet too, with prices per metre 

from around R650. This Roots of Magenta is one of our favourites. 

Details: thewhimsicalduchess.co.za 


Conscious 

construction 

With cleverly thought out design and 

careful planning, the construction of 

the Tremearne family’s Elaleni home 

was cost-effective and sustainable … 

and the result is simply magnificent. 

Text: LEAH SHONE | Interior Photos: CHRIS ALLAN PHOTO 

Homeowners Dane and Morgan 

Tremearne laying the first brick. 

Photo: Dean Maber 


The external and verandah 

ceilings were made with bamboo 

reeds by a Zimbabwean ‘rusta’ 

from Pietermaritzburg who 

physically picked the reeds, wove 

theme together in panels and 

installed them. 

It took a dream team of talented 

experts to create this forest fantasy 

home, which was the first property to 

break ground and be completed in 

the lush Elaleni Coastal Forest Estate. 

Matthew Chaplin of Jemstruct 

construction worked closely with his 

clients, Dane and Morgan Tremearne 

and the other service providers 

on this project, including top KZN 

architect, Julia Rutherfoord. 

“They appointed a really good 

architect and Julia did a great job on 

the design in terms of positioning, 

style and comfort. Her designs are also 

very cost affective which is important. 

You can have a magnificent design, 

but at the end of the day it needs to 

be within budget,” says Matthew. 

Not wanting to add aircons, the clients decided instead 

to install extremely classy ‘Oyster Box style’ fans from 

Global Lighting. 


Staying within budget was a key 

factor in the build process too, he 

says, which is why they worked on a 

‘cost plus management’ contract with 

their client. “Our clients knew exactly 

what they wanted. They paid all the 

building costs directly, with our help 

getting them the best prices possible.” 

With a helping hand from friends and 

family (Dane’s semi-retired dad Roy 

cut down the trees that were in foot 

print of the build, and they were able 

to dump excess soil from the steep 

slope on his sister’s plot down the 

road) the structure went up quickly 

and they finished the build in 10 

months. 

The internal tiles in the shower and bathroom 

floors are 25mm thick white terrazzo tiles, giving 

the bathrooms a very unique appeal. 


About Jemstruct 

Matthew (pictured here with his children) started Jemstruct five years ago after gaining experience in fast 

track commercial projects, learning the trade of ceilings and partitions and working as a site foreman for 

a number of top construction companies. He worked on residential builds as well as large construction 

projects such as the revamp of Ballito Lifestyle Centre and apartments at Pebble Beach Sibaya. Jemstruct 

offers building, renovations, ceilings and partitions and they do both large and small projects. 

Details: www.jemstruct.com, 0767076842 Photo: Sam Maber 


Hluhluwe Bush Camp is a privately owned 

farm with 5 very luxury self 

catering/glamping tents, 2 adventure tents 

with own outside bathroom and a 4 x 4 

camping, overlooking False Bay Park one of 

the 11 World Heritage Isimangaliso Wetland 

Parks and completely surrounded by 

pineapple fields and bush. Also close to the 

entrance of Hluhluwe/Imfolozi Park. 

“Miracle and wonder” – this is the meaning 

of “Isimangaliso”. Endless beaches, coastal 

forests and the incredible oceanic diversity 

offered in Isimangaliso wetland park. 

Introducing your new favourite Bush 

location at the beautiful Hluhluwe Bush 

Camp. Isimangaliso Wetland Park is South 

Africaʼs largest first natural World Heritage 

site. It stretches from the St. Lucia Estuary in 

the South up to the border of Mozambique, 

known also as the Elephant Coast. It 

protects 220 km of pristine coastline with a 

range of wild and magnificent beaches to 

enjoy. 

Hluhluwe Bush Camp overlooking the 

treasure trove that is False Bay Park in the 

Isimangaliso Wetland Park, Hluhluwe Bush 

Camp offers 5 enticingly luxurious 

self-catering glamping tents, 2 fully 

equipped adventure tents and small 

intimate camping for only 4 x 4 lovers in the 

bush with a braai and an ablution block. 

Enjoy tranquillity whilst sitting on the deck 

viewing your neighbours – Nyala, Reedbuck, 

Duikers and pineapple fields. 

Besides the glamping tents, Hluhluwe Bush 

Camp has a reception area with a Farmstall 

and a pool with sun loungers all 

overlooking False Bay Park. 

The Farmstall is the number one shop for 

fresh, homemade produces like filled 

sandwiches, Dutch crispy fries with mayo, 

pineapple juice, coffee/cappuccino, mint, 

ginger and lemongrass tea, homemade 

soup, lettuce and vegetables, breakfast and 

bbq packages and all your first need 

products like salt, pepper, toilet paper, bbq 

wood, firelighters, matches, wine, beer, 

water and ice cream. 

Trienke Lodewijk Phone: 078 396 9391 | Mobile: 079 107 5273 

trienke@hluhluwebushcamp.com | www.hluhluwebushcamp.com

GET GROWING... 

GARDEN 

your own veggies 

Growing you own veggies has always been 

a great idea, and now more than ever. 

Covid-19 has given new impetus to growing our own food. Eating fresh 

greens naturally strengthens the immune system and means fewer visits to 

the supermarket (reducing the risk of exposure). Plus, it puts food on the 

table for minimal cost ... you can satisfy a family’s need for vegetables with 

a veggie garden the size of a door (1m wide by 3m long). Starting small 

makes veggie growing more manageable. Grow veggies in pots or plant 

boxes on the balcony, patio or kitchen courtyard. Plant them among flowers 

in the garden or make your own veggie patch in a sunny space. 

What veggies want ... 

• At least six hours of sunshine, 

especially in winter. In summer, 

morning sun and afternoon 

shade is best. 

• Fertile, well composted 

soil that drains well, or good 

quality potting mix with 

added compost and controlled 

release organic fertilizer for 

pot-grown veggies. 

• Shelter from draughts or 

wind, which dry out or chill 

plants. 

• A level site, although a slight 

slope helps with drainage. 

What you need ... 

• Buy-in from the family. Ask them what 

they’d like to eat. That’s what you need 

to grow! 

• Enough time … to give daily attention 

to the food garden, preferably five 

minutes a day rather than 15 minutes 

once a week. There’s a saying: ‘In order 

to live off a garden you practically have 

to live in it’. 

• Money to buy seed or seedlings, 

compost, (if you don’t make your 

own), fertilizer, pesticides (organic or 

chemical), and tools. 

• Basic tools: a spade, fork, rake, 

watering can and hose. 

Text: ALICE COETZEE 


Healthy soil grows healthy veggies 

Most garden soils lack the balance of nutrients 

required for good growth. For a productive 

veggie garden, make healthy soil a priority. 

Regularly enrich it by digging in compost 

and organic fertilizer, grow green manures 

and practice companion planting by pairing 

beneficial herbs and veggies, like basil and 

tomatoes, thyme and cabbage, oregano and 

carrots. 

Seed or seedlings? 

Sowing from seed is the most affordable way 

to garden. A single packet can yield two or 

three successive crops, possibly even for the 

following year. Most seeds germinate within 

seven to 14 days and are ready for thinning 

out and transplanting within another three to 

four weeks. Root veggies are best sown direct 

into the soil, leafy and fruiting veggies into 

seed trays. 

Seedling packs are for gardeners in a hurry 

(like most of us). They’re more expensive but if 

you miss the sowing window, seedlings allow 

you to play catch-up. With seedlings there isn’t 

the hassle of germination failure, thinning out 

or wondering when to transplant. There’s also 

less chance of overplanting. However, there’s 

less variety than you’ll find in seed packets, 

although many heirloom varieties are now 

available as seedlings. 

Patio veggies ... these are compact varieties 

bred for growing in pots, or small spaces, 

allowing more plants to fit into less space. The 

winter range includes Simply Salad mixes of 

leaf lettuce and Asian greens, as well as Kale 

Storm, a compact curly-leaved variety and 

Wonder Wok, a mix of Asian greens. 

For summer there’s a wide range of tomatoes, 

zucchini Easy Pick, butternut Honeynut, 

jalapeno chilli La Bomba, hot and sweet pot 

peppers, eggplant Patio Baby and cucumber 

Patio Snacker, as well as Simply Herbs 

rosemary, oregano and thyme. 

Plants are available in pots from garden 

centres or seed can be ordered online. 

Details: gropak.co.za 


Tips for container veggies 

• Use containers with drainage holes, 

and which are also deep and wide 

enough to accommodate the roots and 

growth of the mature vegetable. 

• Use the best possible potting soil, 

enriched with compost and topped 

with mulch. 

• Foliar feed or drench the soil with a 

liquid fertilizer at least once a month 

because vegetables are heavy feeders. 

• Replace the soil every two years. 

• Water pots two to three times a week 

in winter and every day in summer. 

Ready, steady … plant 

Winter veggies that can be planted out 

as seedlings are kale, tatsoi, mizuna, 

pak choi, giant red mustard, Red Frills 

mustard, Green in Snow mustard, 

cabbage, garden peas, rocket, Swiss 

chard and spinach. Protect seedlings 

with frost cloth overnight. 

Sow summer fruiting crops like 

tomatoes, brinjals, sweet peppers, 

squash and beans indoors in seed 

trays or pots, under warm, controlled 

conditions. By the end of September 

seedlings will be ready for planting out. 

Sowing calendar at a glance 

Spring vegetables (August – Sept sowing) 

Bush beans, beetroot, carrots, cabbage, lettuce, garden peas, Swiss chard. 

Summer vegetables (end Sept – Nov sowing) 

Tomatoes, brinjals, bush and runner beans, cucumber, baby marrow, sweet pepper, 

chillies, summer squash, sweet corn, pumpkin. 

Autumn vegetables (Dec/Jan – March sowing) 

Bush and runner beans, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, 

carrots, beetroot, lettuce, Swiss chard. 

Winter vegetables (end Feb – May sowing) 

Cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, broad beans, kale, 

lettuce, radish, Swiss chard and spinach. 


GET AWAY FROM THE EVERYDAY 

The Kwa Zulu Natal Midlands are glorious 

at anytime of the year but in winter they 

come into their own. Cold nights that give 

way to glorious warm days, aloes and wild 

dagga stand out against blue skies and pale 

gold grasses. 

The Hilton Bush Lodge is the perfect 

springboard into this fabulous world. Our 

attention to detail and understated 

elegance makes it ideal for the discerning 

business or leisure traveller. Over looking 

the Rietspruit and Umngeni Valleys the 

private verandas are perfect for relaxing 

with a glass of wine, or coffee a good book 

and for the birders a pair of binoculars are 

a must. 

What could be better than going to sleep to 

the sound of the waterfall and waking to 

the call of the Fish Eagle or a covey of 

francolin welcoming in a new day. 

We look forward to sharing our piece of 

KZN bushveld with you all soon 

kate@thehiltonbushlodge.co.za | 033 004 

0033 www.thehiltonbushlodge.co.za 


Take a 

WELLNESS 

road trip in the Cape 

Watching whales, relaxing beach walks 

and an outdoor massage. Book us in! 

Living mindfully is all about making 

well thought-out decisions about 

everything ... including – and perhaps 

most importantly – about your wellbeing. 

And after the last few months 

of stress, tension and uncertainty, we 

think taking some time out to restore 

mind, body and soul is well worth it. 

This Wellness Road Trip with Cape 

Country Routes, which goes from 

Paarl up the South Coast to the De 

Hoop Nature Reserve, sounds perfect. 

It starts in Paarl, with its range of 

cultural and historical attractions, then 

continues along the exceptionally 

scenic Cape South Coast, where the 

indigenous Cape fynbos meets the 

cold seas at the southernmost tip of 

Africa, and on to the De Hoop Nature 

Reserve. This is a natural wonder of 

unsurpassed beauty and a favourite 

destination for hikers, cyclists, bird 

watchers, whale watchers and seekers 

of natural beauty. 

For enhancing wellness, peace of 

mind, calm and tranquillity, spend 

one night at the Cascade Country 

Manor in Paarl with its beautiful views 

of the olive orchards, vineyards and 

mountains and indulge in a variety 

of treatments at the in-house spa or 

relax in the pool area, or take a walk to 

the waterfall. Other activities include 

wine tastings, wine tours and hiking. 

The next night is spent at The 

Arniston Spa Hotel, set in one of 

the Cape’s most exquisite locations 

next to an old fishing village, 

surrounded by pristine beaches and 

nature reserves. Here you can enjoy 

panoramic views of the unspoilt 

ocean and endless beaches, take 

long, relaxing beach walks, visit local 

wineries, indulge in soothing in-house 

spa treatments, and much more. 

Your final two nights will be at the 

De Hoop Collection. The De Hoop 

Spa is an oasis of calm – one that 

offers the ultimate escape with a 

variety of revitalising beauty and body 

treatments ... think a range of relaxing 

massages to soothe the body and 

mind, as well as a selection of facials, 

manicures, pedicures and grooming 

services. Other activities include an 

eco river cruise, walks through herds 

of eland and bontebok to the ocean, 

a visit the Cape vulture colony and 

whale-watching (in season). 

The Wellness Road Trip Tour costs R4 

390 a person sharing, on a bed and 

breakfast basis. The rate excludes 

all other meals, entrance fees and 

activities. Valid until September 30, 

2020. Booking is essential, and you’ll 

need to use the reference CCR 6 Day 

when booking. 

Details: CCR Central Reservations on 076- 

203-8929 (also WhatsApp) or bookings@ 

capecountryroutes.com 


Spoil 

July 

A spicy, non-alcoholic spirit 

Fancy a drink? Thinking something spicy? But you’re not wanting 

anything alcoholic. Hello Seedlip Spice 94. This aromatic, 

non-alcoholic drink is all strong spices (think spice berries and 

cardamom) and citrus (lemon and grapefruit peel). Boasting to be 

the world’s first non-alcoholic beverage spirit, it was developed in 

a farm kitchen in the English woods, with a small copper still and 

a copy of The Art of Distillation ... a publication written in 1651 

which documents remedies used by apothecaries. Sister to the 

Seedlip Garden 108 (which captures the essence of the English 

countryside, all handpicked peas and hay, rosemary, spearmint 

and thyme), and the just-released Seedlip Grove 42 (a mouthful 

of citrus deliciousness) here’s another bonus ... the spirit has zero 

calories, is sugar- and sweetener-free and has no artificial flavours 

(perfect for those embracing the spirit of mindful drinking). You’ll 

find Seedlip in your local bottle store for R229. We’re giving away 

a bottle ... to stand in line to win, simply visit our Facebook page 

(@GetItNationalMagazines), like our post and tag a spice-loving 

friend and you’ll be in the draw. Entries close July 31. 


BEYOND LEVEL 1 

Grade 8 2022 

registrations now open 

https://bit.ly/2XkYcXn 

These are my number ones. The blazer and tie I wear each day at Michaelhouse. 

To you they might seem like simple clothing and adornment. But they are much 

more than that. Though they are light, they carry weight. The weight of integrity. 

The weight of humility, compassion, courage and understanding. They are my 

identity and armour. They give me the courage to learn to discover and to 

embrace the opportunities that life will present to me. And when I leave my 

school, I will continue to wear them inside of me. My number ones might 

appear as a simple blazer and tie - but they are the makings of a man. 

Senior boarding school for boys 

Balgowan • KwaZulu-Natal • 3275 • South Africa 

Telephone +27 33 234 1000 

info@michaelhouse.org • www.michaelhouse.org

PERFECT ESCAPE 

HOTEL & SPA 

e: requests@umngazi.co.za | t: +27 (0)47 564 1115/6/8/9 

www. u mng azi . c o . z a

July 2020 - Ballito Umhlanga

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