Pretoria - Mar 2021

PRETORIA 

ELMA SMIT 

Chatting her 

way to the top 

BLOOMING 

BRILLIANT 

Floral treats that 

make us feel good 

WIN 

An island holiday 

for two in the 

marvellous 

Maldives 

SIMPLE 

PLEASURES 

Lovely reads, home decorating, and 

the most indulgent chocolate fondant ever 

SHOPPING, PEOPLE AND LIFESTYLE IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD 

MARCH 21

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CONTENTS 

BOOKS 

04 Mothers. Sons. Sisters. Friends. We’re all about family this month 

WISH LIST 

06 This month we’re loving hints of blue, a heavenly scent and tucking 

into a seaside-inspired seafood spoil 

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Workflow & Studio Manager Megan Brett 

Contributor Rialien Furstenberg 

Head of sales 

Bianca Pretorius 

biancap@rekord.co.za 

066 200 4266 

PEOPLE 

08 She became the first South African woman to report on a 

Rugby World Cup tournament, and is now a major influencer. 

We chat to Elma Smit 

14 With elbows deep in mixing bowls, he creates swoon-worthy treats 

for customers in Portugal … meet pastry chef Hendrik Pretorius, 

who is truly living the sweet life 

BEAUTY 

10 Bye-bye bad hair days … all you need are some at-home tools and a 

few really glam accessories 

14 Time to chill out … we share some practical, pocket-friendly and 

super-easy home spa remedies 

FOOD 

17 The Grillroom & Sushi Bar is our new favourite 

GARDENING & DECOR 

20 Blooming gorgeous floral treats 

22 Let’s talk 2021 decor trends 

24 Work from home. Stylishly 

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MARCH 21 

TRAVEL 

32 So much more than palm trees and cocktails … live island style in 

the magical, marvellous Maldives. 

WIN 

33 A week for two in the Maldives. Not kidding. Go, go, go! 

34 Permanent laser hair removal. And it’s pain-free! 

COVER LOOK 

Personality: Elma Smit 

Photographer: Kevin Mark Pass 

Photographer/Image credit: 

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Book club 

Mothers. Sons. Sisters. Friends. We’re all about family this month 

There’s been much noise about Girl A 

… and deservedly so. Abigail Dean’s 

debut novel, which is being called 

‘the book that will define a decade’, is 

magnificent. A psychological drama, it 

starts off fairly gently but gets deeper 

and darker and more distressing with 

every chapter. The story, told by Lex – 

Girl A, jumps from past to present … 

the past being her and her siblings’ 

horrendous childhood, growing up 

in her religious fanatic parents’ House 

of Horrors; the present being when 

her mother dies in prison and leaves 

Lex, now a lawyer, executor of her 

estate … a little money and the family 

home from which Lex escaped. Lex, 

with agreement and encouragement 

from her sister Evie, decides to turn 

the house into a force for good … 

including everything her parents 

would have hated. We meet each of 

her siblings – as children and as the 

adults they’ve grown up to be. Girl 

A, soon to be a TV show directed by 

Johan Renck (director of Chernobyl), 

is a story of redemption, horror and 

love, and is gripping, powerful and 

deeply disturbing. Brilliant! 

If you’ve nothing planned for the weekend, this one’s a light, quick read which 

will keep you guessing. Michelle Frances (The Girlfriend, The Daughter) takes sibling 

rivalry and family secrets to a whole new level in Sisters. It starts off slow, and a 

little predictable, but the story soon hots up … with sisters Abby and Ellie doing a 

Thelma and Louise through Italy, France and Spain, the police – as well as a baffled 

husband and an is-she-or-isn’t-she-evil mother – close behind. • Staying with 

sisters – Kate and Lauren have a great relationship … always there for one another. 

But when Jess arrives, claiming to be their half-sister, the fall-outs start. Is she the 

secret daughter of their father, who recently died? For the girls, their mother Rose, 

and newcomer Jess, life becomes a tangle of secrets, lies and questions. Is the 

family really as perfect as it appears? Sandie Jones (The Other Woman) is great at 

psychological suspense, and there’s no shortage of that in The Half Sister. 

In Bibi’s Kitchen 

Bibis – grandmothers – from eight eastern 

African countries welcome you into their 

kitchens to share flavourful recipes and 

stories of family, love and tradition in 

this cookbook-meets-travelogue. Food 

writer Julia Turshen and Somali chef Hawa 

Hassan gathered 75 recipes. Expect Kicha 

(flatbread) and Shiro (ground chickpea 

stew) from Ma Gehennet from Eritrea, 

Ajemi bread with carrots and green 

pepper from Ma Shara in Zanzibar, and 

stewed plantain with beans and beef 

from Ma Vicky – a real-life Tanzanian 

princess. Delicious in every way. 

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The Funny Thing About Norman Foreman is pure joy. It’s tender, gentle, poignant, and 

touching. And madly, madly funny. Which it shouldn’t be. Since Norman is a painfully 

awkward preteen. Short, covered in scaly, painful psoriasis, and then there’s his name! 

Plus his best – and only – friend, Jax (‘the bloody Rolls-bloody-Royce of bloody best 

friends’) has just died. There goes their five-year plan to perform their duo comedy act at 

the Edinburgh Fringe in 2023. But ‘one never knows’ … and a trio of delightful characters 

– Norman, his wonderful, scatty mum Sadie, an elderly pensioner co-worker Leonard, 

along with a host of people they meet along the way (one of whom may or may not 

be Norman’s dad) travel from Cornwall to Edinburgh to make dreams come true. 

Obviously, not much goes according to plan. Massively inspiring, uplifting, wise … 

a hugely enjoyable read by Julietta Henderson. Loved it! • More warm-hearted 

humour in The Great Escape from Woodlands Nursing Home. . For those 

of you who’ve read Joanna Nell’s The Single Ladies of Jacaranda Retirement 

Village and The Last Voyage of Mrs Henry Parker, , you’ll know what you’re in 

for. And if you’re new to this author, you’re in for a treat. A roller coaster 

of fun and laugh-out-loud moments as nearly 90-year-old Hattie Bloom 

(retired nature writer and lover of birds) has a fall which lands her in 

a nursing home, where she meets fellow ‘inmate’ Walter Clements (a 

gregarious would-be comedian) who’s also longing for escape, at The 

Night Owls – a clandestine club run by Sister Bronwyn and her dog, 

Queenie. Funny meets moving … a delightful, feel-good book that 

proves it’s never too late to laugh or to love. 

This month we’re keeping things tart with the bittersweet taste of 

ruby red grapefruit. Made with grapefruit hand-picked on 

the sun-drenched French island of Corsica in the Med, 

Pampelle is all citrus peel-fresh, with a touch of herbs, 

and makes the most amazing spritzer. Pour two tots 

of Pampelle into an icy cold glass, add about 75ml of 

Prosecco or sparkling wine, and top with soda water. 

Around R399 from your local bottle store. 

Compiled by: KYM ARGO 


Wish list 

Hints of ocean blues and gorgeous scents 

Hints of ocean blues and gorgeous scents 

We’re 

so loving 

this chic and 

versatile silk 

twilly scarf 

that can 

instantly 

spruce up any 

look. This one, 

inspired by the ocean, can be tied around 

your head like an Alice band, twirled around 

a bun or ponytail, worn around your neck 

like a little tie, added to a bag strap, or 

paired with a gold twilly ring to wear as silk 

jewellery. R370. Details: wanderland.co.za 

Turkish towels. What’s so special about them? Well besides the fact their 

compact size and quick drying time make them perfect for the bathroom, 

or yoga and Pilates class, you can also use them in so many other ways. 

They double up as a shawl, a throw or a blanket, or use them as a picnic 

blanket or a baby blanket. A great eco-friendly addition to any home. 

R459 from yuppiechef.com 

Luxury in a tin 

Don’t wait for winter to slather yourself in 

body oil. There is nothing worse than dry, 

tight, itchy skin, whatever the weather. 

This Mies’ Rosy Lemon Bath and Body Oil 

is brilliant as a blissful bathtime soak or 

can be applied directly to your skin as a 

nourishing moisturiser. A 100 per cent natural, 

handmade oil blend, with real lemon and 

rose, there are no artificial colours, fragrances 

or sulphates. Just soft, scented, beautiful skin. 

R290. Details: miesetc.com 


A seaside-inspired seafood spoil 

Just because you can’t get to the beach, doesn’t mean 

you can’t have a sea-style spoil. Well-known foodie 

and author of the cookbook West Coast Wander 

Georgia East has teamed up with Krone MCC to create 

a West Coast seafood dish that seamlessly pairs with 

Krone Borealis Cuvée Brut. The saline complexity of 

Krone’s Borealis Cuvée Brut makes it the ideal pairing 

for the simplest of seafood with notes of green apple, 

white blossom and citrus. R165 from selected bottle 

stores or kronemcc.com 

MUSSELS WITH SAMPHIRE 

AND SEAWATER PASTA 

Serves: 4 

You’ll need: 4kg fresh mussels, cleaned; 2–3 shallots, 

finely chopped; Olive oil; 2 cloves of garlic, finely 

chopped; 250ml Krone Borealis Cuvée Brut; 

a handful of samphire, thoroughly rinsed; zest and 

juice of a large lemon; fresh fennel fronds, finely 

chopped; 500g spaghetti 

How to: In a large casserole over medium heat, sauté 

the shallots in a little olive oil until soft and golden. Add 

the garlic and fry for a minute before deglazing the pot 

with the MCC. Add the mussels and the samphire and 

steam for 8–10 minutes or until all of the mussels have 

opened. Discard any mussels that don’t open. 

Set a pot of salted water to boil. Once boiling, pour in a 

glug of olive oil and add the pasta. Cook the spaghetti 

until al dente. Without removing the pasta from the 

pot, drain out the seawater and add the steamed 

mussels and samphire. Zest and juice the lemon over 

the mussels and scatter over the chopped fennel. 

Gently combine the pasta with the mussels and 

serve on a heated dish with an extra drizzle of olive 

oil over the top. 

Visit our website, getitmagazine.co.za/pretoria 

for Georgia’s salt-rubbed harders with a wild 

greens pesto recipe. 

The scent of a rose 

Ludwig’s Roses celebrates its 50th anniversary this 

month and behind it all is Ludwig Taschner’s love affair 

with the rose, and his passion to share its beauty with 

as many people as possible. Known to many as South 

Africa’s Mr Rose, Ludwig has introduced more than 

500 new varieties of roses, including many that he has 

bred himself. He has travelled the length and breadth 

of the country giving talks, workshops and judging 

rose shows. Ludwig’s Roses began in 1971 with a 

small start-up rose nursery on the rose farm outside 

Pretoria and has since grown to five dedicated rose 

outlets in Gauteng, the Western and Southern Cape 

and KwaZulu-Natal. Join the celebrations at Ludwig’s 

Rose Farm, north of Pretoria on March 21 and 22 (all 

health protocols observed) and collect a free Golden 

Anniversary souvenir catalogue from any of Ludwig’s 

Roses outlets countrywide. Details: 012 5440144, 

info@ludwigsroses.co.za or ludwigsroses.co.za 


Talk the talk 

As a radio and a television presenter, she talks for a living. And when it comes to sport, 

rugby in particular, this beaut can certainly talk the talk and walk the walk. 

But when Elma Smit is not on air, she plays with her four rescue cats, 

weeds the garden and then rewards her progress with a cold beer. 

While she is perhaps best known as 

the first lady of rugby, Lady Rugga, 

Elma rose to fame as a newsreader, a 

radio DJ, a music compiler, a breakfast 

TV show host, a music TV presenter, 

a features writer for a newspaper, 

and a stylist. Quite the line-up. But, 

since becoming the first woman to 

report on the Rugby World Cup (for 

SuperSport in 2011), she’s established 

herself as one of the leading women 

in South African rugby. And early 

mornings, you’ll catch her as the witty 

sports anchor on Jacaranda FM’s 

Breakfast with Martin Bester. 

Last year Elma also launched her 

book Become An Influencer, which 

is selling faster than Cheslin Kolbe 

can score a try. One thing is for sure, 

there is no stopping Elma. She’s just 

got the knack of turning her interests 

into opportunities. She shares some 

interesting titbits about herself you 

may not have known. 

If she could do any other job, she 

would be a florist or run a nursery 

I’m an avid gardener. There’s nothing 

like spending an afternoon gardening 

until the dirt is stuck in my hair, then 

celebrating my progress by sipping 

on a beer. My husband, Richard is 

passionate about manicuring the lawn, 

and I'm all about growing veggies 

and looking after my roses, clivias 

and orchids. 

She loves playing golf quite often 

I try to work in a round of golf with 

Richard every week and sometimes 

weekends as well, if I’m not working. 

Most recently I played golf at the 

beautiful Pecanwood golf course … 

Spent loads of quality time in all of the 

(many!) bunkers. Golf handicap? Golf is 

my handicap, I’m terrible, truly. 

She is very much looking forward 

to the British and Irish Lions tour to 

South Africa in July. 

Can. Not. Wait. But … being a huge 

sports fan, I love watching cricket, golf, 

netball and tennis. At the moment I’m 

working on a series about competitive 

ice skating like figure skating, and 

synchronised and speed skating, 

which has opened a whole new world 

of winter sports for me. 

The biggest highlight of her career was covering the Rugby World Cup and 

final in Japan in 2019. 

When the Springboks won it was very special because I had been following many 

of the players’ careers closely from when they were just juniors. I have, over the 

years, interviewed many of them in a variety of different settings and at different 

stages of their development. To know what it meant to them, but also people back 

home and to be there in person was something I’ll treasure forever. 

She and her husband have four 

rescue cats 

Kermit is 12 years old and likes 

to play when his back pain meds 

kick in but spends most of his day 

sitting in a sunny spot. Frank is a 

very lively and quirky three-yearold 

that suffers from anxiety (long 

story). He loves cuddling with 

Tina, his girlfriend. Tina Purrner is 

named after the singer because 

she is a big ball of beautiful long 

hair and an absolute diva. She is 

only interested in following Frank 

around and curling up with him. 

Shirley is fearless, small and a little 

squint, and wants all the attention 

she can get. She loves to climb 

into our guests' cars. 

Become An Influencer 

(also Word ‘n Influencer 

in Afrikaans), R219 from 

Takealot.com or from R150, 

linktr.ee/elmasmit 

Sports commentators Elma looks up 

to are the three wise men of cricket – 

Harsha Bogle (India), Ian Smith (New 

Zealand) and Ian Bishop (Trinidad). 

They captivate your imagination as 

a viewer and, as colleagues, they 

are truly humble, helpful, exemplary 

people. I learnt a great deal from them 

about the craft of broadcasting sport, 

but also about how the truly great 

ones are never divas. 


Being an influencer herself, Elma shared the ins and 

outs of it in her book, Become an influencer 

I was picked by two global governing bodies as the 

face of their World Cup (ICC and World Rugby) content 

campaigns, in the space of only six months. I generated 

more revenue from influencer work in that same period 

than from anything else. In Become An Influencer, I spill 

the beans on how to build a loyal audience, how to 

charge for paid campaigns, and how to avoid running 

into a social media meltdown. I interviewed established 

mainstream showbiz names like Maps Maponyane and 

Liesl Laurie, people like Rachel Kolisi who are often in 

hot water for their use of social media, and then creators 

who launched their business from their childhood 

bedroom - people like Nadia Jaftha, Katinka die Kat 

and TikTok superstar Wian Magic (who has a whopping 

11 million fans!). 

Her five top become-an-influencer tips: 

Don't wait for someone to come pluck you from 

obscurity and identify what gift you have to 

share with the world. Do the work, pick yourself. 

You need to decide that you have a worthy 

contribution to make before you can make it. 

1 

2 

As I explain in my book, influencers have been 

around for ages. They created social media, 

not the other way around. If you've been 

consuming media (like radio, TV and print 

publications) all of your life, you probably already have 

the tools to do this, you just don't know it yet. 

3Influencers don't have to be young, gorgeous 

and share every inch of their lives. There's a 

lot more space for you if you don't fit that bill 

because there are huge gaps in other audience 

segments where people look for content they can 

identify with. Only a very narrow slice of the normal 

population really identify (and are truly influenced by) 

waif-thin models and naturally beautiful actresses. 

4 

Many influencers build amazing content 

communities around interests like keto/Banting/ 

whatever recipes, gaming reviews or how to 

care for house plants – to name just a few. 

Whatever interest already takes up most of your spare 

time is probably the thing you'd be best at turning into 

an influencer business. 

5Make content that people find useful and they'll 

keep coming back. Build a loyal audience and 

you'll have a platform brands want to partner 

with. Once brands offer you return business 

(because your campaigns are delivering on the goals 

set for them) you're a professional influencer. 

Details: Follow her on Twitter, @elmakapelma or 

Instagram, @elmakapelma. 

Text: RIALIEN FURSTENBERG. Photographer: KEVIN MARK PASS. 


Scrunchie 

with bow 

in a pretty 

Summer 

fabric, R59 from 

peoniepienk.co.za 

HAIR 

HIGHLIGHTS 

Beauty-wise, if there’s one thing 

lockdown taught us, it’s the 

importance of how to manage 

our locks. We’re embracing the 

undone bob, the grown-out 

fringe, and the importance of 

exceptional at-home tools, 

quality products and glam-it-up 

hair accessories. 

This Inoar Kálice Oil is loaded with vitamin E and seven precious vegetable 

oils. It’s moisturising, nourishing, restorative, antioxidant, softening, 

protective, and penetrates and absorbs immediately into the hair. Bonus 

… it’s multifunctional, so you can use it on your face and body too. R950 

(or R130 for the small 8ml version – great for travelling). • Résistance Lotus 

Flower Oil – also with plant ingredients that penetrate deep into the hair 

fibre and give back its natural moisture – strengthens, repairs, realigns, 

reduces frizz, and, since your hair will be healthier, adds shine. R130 for 7ml. 

Inoar products are cruelty-free, vegan and sulphate-free. Details: inoar.co.za 

Watch your back. This 

rectangular mirror is perfectly 

sized to keep on your 

dressing table. Not only is it 

great for when you’re doing 

your make-up, but also to 

check the back of your hair – 

to admire or fix. R299 

from home.co.za 


This resin triangle 

hair claw, with a faux-marble 

effect, makes it easy to sweep your 

hair into a stylish updo. Smooth and glam, 

or messy and sexy … depending on your mood. 

R99.95 from Woolworths. 

Up your everyday hairstyle with eye-catching 

accessories. Even a simple ponytail looks the bomb 

when you add a scrunchie or a pair of clips. Start 

with a dusty pink corduroy scrunchie (we’re so happy 

these are back in fashion … so kind to your hair), R48 

from peoniepienk.co.za • Two-pack diamanté resin 

hair slides – one with chunky resin gems in shades 

of palest pink and nudes, the other with encrusted 

diamanté, R89.95 for both from Woolworths. 

Pretty Kate In Marble hair barrette, 

R42, one of loads of really 

lovely options from 

peoniepienk.co.za 

I don’t want more volume. 

Said no one ever! 

Which makes the new, volumising 

ghd Rise Hot Brush the most 

essential item in your beauty 

cache. This hot (185°C … the 

optimum hairstyling temp) little 

number gives two times more 

volume, and has the technology 

to adapt the power based on the 

speed of your styling, and has 

smooth-touch nylon bristles that 

are optimised to ensure close 

contact so you can lift hair from 

the roots, glide smoothly through 

the length with no tangles. Shape. 

Body. Fullness. And a high-volume 

crown worthy of a queen! R2900 

from salons and ghd.com 



Indulge in spa 

spoils ... at home 

We’ve put together a few home spa remedies that won’t break the bank 

and are super easy to make – even the kids can get involved! 

Not only do they soothe and pamper from head to toe, but they 

make the perfect gift for that friend who really needs a pick-me-up. 

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Bath bomb 

Whisk together 100 grams bicarbonate of soda, 

50 grams citric acid, 25 grams cornflour and 25 grams 

Epsom salt. In a separate bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of 

sunflower or canola oil with a few drops of essential oil 

and a few drops of liquid food colouring. Stir well. Slowly 

add the oil into the dry mixture, whisking constantly. As 

soon as all the oil is in, add a few drops of water and whisk. 

It will fizz a bit, so stir quickly. The mixture must clump 

together when held in your hand, and not be too wet. Add 

a sprinkling of dried lavender or rose petals to the bottom 

of the mould (optional). Pack your mixture into a mould 

– you can use empty dessert or yoghurt cups, Easter egg 

packaging, silicone ice trays, cupcake bases, biscuit cutters 

and so on. Leave to dry in the mould for about 4 hours, and 

carefully remove, ready to drop into a heavenly hot bath.

Rosemary hair rinse 

From the glorious shores of the 

Mediterranean, rosemary is a 

versatile herb that is especially 

beneficial for creating healthy, 

shiny hair. It helps to prevent 

thinning, stimulates hair follicles, 

rinses out hair product residue, 

relieves an itchy, dry scalp and, 

used regularly, helps to blend 

in greys. To make a luxurious 

rosemary hair rinse, bring 2 cups of 

water to the boil, reduce the heat 

and add two generous sprigs of 

rosemary. Simmer for 10 minutes 

with the lid on, turn off the heat 

and leave to cool. Remove the 

sprigs. Pour over washed and 

rinsed hair, massaging into the 

scalp and through to the ends. 

Foot scrub 

Mix 1½ cups of fine sea salt, ¼ cup of Epsom salt and 

¼ cup of bicarb with 6 tablespoons of coconut oil and 

2 tablespoons of avocado oil. Add 10 drops of lavender 

essential oil and 5 drops of peppermint or citrus essential 

oil and mix well. Scoop into a jar and seal until your next 

foot scrub. This recipe works like a charm on dead skin 

and is especially good for cracked heels. 

Body moisturiser 

To make a creamy, moisturising lotion, all you need is 

a base cream (we used aqueous) and oil, base oil and 

essential oils. Add ½ cup of aqueous cream into a glass 

jar and stir in 1 tablespoon each of apricot and avocado 

oil, then add 10 to 15 drops of essential oils of your 

choice (citrus, peppermint, lavender and chamomile all 

work well and smell heavenly), mixing well until the oil 

and cream are well blended. Seal the jar and use within 

2 weeks. 

Aromatic room spritzer 

Pour one cup of distilled water into a spray bottle, and 

add 10 to 15 drops of essential oil (lavender and vanilla 

are lovely), 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of base 

spirit such as vodka. Put the lid on and shake well to mix. 

This aromatic spritzer will bring a fresh and lovely scent 

to any room, but remember to shake the bottle 

well before each use to ensure the components are 

thoroughly blended. 

Text: MELLISSA BUSHBY 


The Sweet Life 

Never trust a skinny chef. 

Right? Wrong! Tall and 

lean, pastry chef Hendrik 

Pretorius loves to create 

(and taste) the most 

swoon-worthy pastries 

… ones that leave people 

coming back for more. So 

we can’t wait for The Sweet 

Life, the recipe book he’s 

busy writing. 

If you wander down Rua Braamcamp 

in Lisbon, Portugal, you’ll find one of 

the best coffee and pastry shops – 

Simpli. They are best known for their 

freshly roasted coffee, bread and cakes 

that are made on the premises several 

times a day. 

And if you sneak into Simpli’s small 

kitchen, you will most definitely bump 

into a smiling Hendrik Pretorius, 

elbow deep in mixing bowls, creating 

delectable treats for the customers. 

After graduating, Hendrik’s pastry 

journey took him to Kievits Kroon 

Country Estate. But this lad had bigger 

(international) dreams. And he made 

it happen … working his magic in the 

pastry section of a Japanese concept 

restaurant called Kyo Café and Lounge 

in Dubai. Months later he moved 

to the Renaissance Hotel and the 

Morimoto Restaurant. Hendrik surely 

made a name for himself, and not too 

long after he was offered the job as a 

pastry chef at Simpli. 

You’d be surprised to know that 

Hendrik originally wanted to become 

a technician because of his interest in 

aeroplanes and cars (by the way, he is a 

huge Grand Prix fan!). Yet the two most 

important women in his life influenced 

his love for all things baking. 

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‘My grandmother was the best cook, 

I have so many fond memories of her 

whipping up the most sumptuous 

desserts. Of course, her malva pudding 

was the best … I’ve made it so many 

times from her recipe book and it is 

that recipe that got me into the whole 

baking thing. Even though she is not 

with us anymore, the lasting legacy it 

leaves and the happy dessert eaters 

who have tried this malva recipe 

are priceless. 

‘My late mother, on the other hand 

used to own a cookie/biscuit shop 

called Biscuit King when I was very 

young, so I was exposed to baking 

growing up.’ 

Hendrik is currently busy writing 

a book called The Sweet Life. It will 

not be a normal recipe book, but a 

combination of recipes – some his 

own, some shared – each with their 

own story. 

‘Each recipe has a meaning and has 

somehow been part of my sweet 

journey. Like Anzac cookies – I

discovered these heavenly biscuits in 

an Australian coffee shop. I tweaked 

the recipe and added a sweet touch 

for Simpli, and it became an instant 

favourite. Carolina’s Brigadeiros (a 

type of fudge ball) has a story from 

my Capsicum Culinary Studio days 

right up to becoming one of the bestselling 

sweets in Lisbon. Soy S’more 

Tart, is a great dessert I have given an 

Asian touch with soy sauce, with the 

inspiration coming from working in 

Japanese restaurants. Lisa’s vintage 

Texas Bundt Cake was the recipe of a 

good friend's grandmother. He shared 

the recipe and I baked the cake.’ 

Although thousands of kilometres 

away, Hendrik remains proudly South 

African and has introduced the 

Portuguese to milk tart. And next up 

is vetkoek! Needless to say, just like 

all his other treats, the milk tart is a 

huge winner. Even tourists visiting 

Simpli have fallen in love with this 

legendary melktert. 

‘Even when homesickness hits me hard, 

I make milk tart … and bobotie. These 

smells take me back to family Sundays, 

happiness, laughter and good food. So, 

then I do a video call with family and it 

feels like I’m right there with them.’ 

But returning home is not yet on the 

cards for Hendrik. He dreams to travel 

the world promoting his book, try the 

local cuisines and sweet treats of each 

country he visits, and get as much food 

experience as possible. 

‘Once I’m done with The Sweet Life, 

I would like to bring out a second 

book on pairing speciality coffee with 

desserts and pastries. I also want to 

have my own boutique shop where I 

can showcase all my pastries, and have 

a studio kitchen to teach recipes from 

my book. And one day, be the owner of 

a cookie shop which will offer only the 

finest biscuits and cookies … just like 

my mom had.’’ 

The best advice Hendrik ever received? 

‘Chef Gregory Goulot, who I met in 

Dubai, once told me: Make sure the 

dessert is spectacular because it is the 

last impression the guest leaves the 

restaurant with.’ 

And we’re sure, it is not only Hendrik’s 

creations but his warm and positive 

personality that leave a lasting 

impression on those who cross his 

culinary path. 

Hendrik’s utterly indulgent 

chocolate fondant (gluten-free) recipe 

Serves 8 

Matcha ganache: 

You’ll need: 

200g white chocolate; 90g cream; 5g matcha powder; 20g butter 

How to: 

Mix the matcha with a little bit of cold cream into a paste and set aside. 

Place the rest of the cream into a saucepan and heat. When it is about 

to boil, take off the heat and pour the hot cream onto the matcha paste 

mixing rapidly until the mixture is smooth. Meanwhile, heat the white 

chocolate in a stainless mixing bowl over a pot of simmering water, 

stirring continuously until the chocolate is completely melted. Remove 

from the heat instantly, carefully pour the hot cream and matcha 

mixture over the melted chocolate and mix until smooth in texture. 

Let the mixture cool down for about 10 minutes (or when it reaches 

45°C) and then, using a whisk or hand blender, mix it until it is a smooth 

ganache. 

Set aside to cool slightly and then pour the matcha ganache into small 

prepared silicone moulds or ice cube trays. When the matcha has 

completely cooled, freeze it for at least two hours until set or preferably 

leave overnight. 

When set, remove from the moulds and roll into balls (you will not need 

all of the ganache for this recipe and the remainder can be stored in the 

freezer for up to three months). 

Chocolate fondant: 

You’ll need: 

220g butter; 250g 66 per cent dark chocolate; 5 large eggs; 4 egg yolks; 

70g sugar; 30g cornflour 

How to: 

Grease the insides of 8 ring moulds (6cm x 5cm deep) with softened 

butter. Dust the inside of the moulds with a little cocoa powder, 

shaking off any excess, so the fondant doesn't stick. Place the prepared 

ring moulds onto a baking tray lined with greaseproof paper. 

Melt the chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of 

simmering water (do not allow the base of the bowl to touch the 

water). Place the eggs and egg yolks into a bowl and whisk together 

until pale and fluffy. Sift in the cornflour and then whisk the melted 

chocolate and butter mixture into the egg mixture until well combined. 

Using a ladle, fill each of the prepared ring moulds with the chocolate 

fondant until three-quarters full. 

Add one piece of frozen matcha ganache to the centre of each ring 

mould and press down so that it is nestled halfway down the mould. 

Gently push the chocolate fondant mixture over the matcha ganache 

to cover it completely. 

Chill the chocolate fondants in the fridge for at least 30 minutes and up 

to 24 hours. When the chocolate fondants are chilled, preheat the oven 

to 180°C and bake for eight minutes or until they have risen. 

The fondants are ready when you shake each one gently and only the 

middle moves a little. Remove from the oven and using a sharp knife 

gently loosen around the inside edge of each mould. 

Carefully invert each fondant onto a serving plate and serve 

immediately with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream with almond 

crumble and fresh fruit. 

Text: RIALIEN FURSTENBERG. Images: EDWIN BANLO, MANUEL & CAMILLA FROM BLOOM STUDIO. 


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STEAK & SUSHI 

A Wagyu rump or a maki roll? We’ll have both, please. 

There’s a new dining option in town … and it’s swiftly 

become our go-to option when we feel like dining out. 

Why? Well, the menu’s extensive and appealing, the space 

attractive, and when head chef Jamie Sutherland, who has 

close to four decades of experience under his toque, 

promises ‘passion on a plate and a memorable eating 

experience’, he delivers. 

Space-wise, The Grillroom & Sushi Bar in Brooklyn offers 

three dining areas (hello social distancing) … indoors 

there’s a ground and upper level – an upmarket grill room 

vibe, all high ceilings and loads of natural light, as well as a 

wonderful outdoor covered patio … our top choice when 

the weather’s being kind. If you arrive early, there’s a really 

welcoming lounge area where you can sip on pre-dinner 

drinks while waiting for your tardy friends. 

On to our steak and sushi. It’s a thrill-a-minute for meat 

lovers … with the Wagyu beef and the 41-day dry-aged 

Jersey beef topping the must-order list, while sushi fans 

aren’t left wanting … fresh (obviously) nigiri and sashimi 

hit the taste-bud spot. 

No less impressive are dishes like the ever-popular T-bone, 

crispy (and we mean crispy!) pork belly, and the lemon and 

thyme roasted spatchcock chicken. 

Loads of options for meat-free Monday (healthy salads and 

creamy risottos), for pescatarians (the soya-infused salmon’s 

worth trying), and for those who need a sweet ending (a 

slice of lemon meringue, anyone?). 

Now you can order wine … now you can’t! If you visit when 

there’s no alcohol ban (fingers crossed all that’s now over), 

you should visit the wine room … designed around a mural 

of the winelands, it gives the impression you’re in a private 

tasting room in the heart of the Cape Winelands. Cheers to 

that. 

The Grillroom & Sushi Bar’s cleverly designed so it works 

equally well for a quick business lunch (get that deal signed), 

sundowner drinks (get that date off to a good start), a 

relaxed family meal (treat the teens), or a sophisticated 

dinner (impress the hell out of your friends). 

Exceptionally good food, decent portion size (always a 

plus … our SA men have hearty appetites) and a swanky 

atmosphere … we’d be surprised if you left this new spot 

less than impressed. 

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These two buzzwords go hand in hand, and they’re becoming a vital part of your child’s future. 

Nothing keeps you from encouraging your child from an early 

age to start learning the basics of coding. You don’t even need 

to be tech-savvy, the easiest way is to download some apps 

to their phones which will use games to kick off the coding 

thought processes. 

Coding will become a fundamental digital skill which our 

children will need to be literate in much the same way we 

prepare them with language, numeracy and physical skills. 

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We’re all about natural, but sometimes 

we let a little faux flow. Be it when 

your fingers aren’t as green as 

you’d like, that you need a touch 

no-maintenance prettiness in a dark 

corner where nothing will grow, or 

you want tulips on your desk all year 

round … faux’s the way to go. And 

when you find flowers and plants as 

realistic as these from Biggie Best … 

win, win. This latest range of lovely 

botanicals from olive trees to 

orchids, pincushions to alliums, 

bougainvillea to proteas, get our firm 

nod of approval. You’ll find them 

online at volpes.co.za 


Bloom 


For quiet evenings or slow weekends, a puzzle’s a 

great way to wind down. We love this Cultivated 1000 

piece puzzle, drawn from the stunning debut book 

by celebrated floral designer, writer, and photographer 

Christin Geall, which captures her floral style in a 

rich, detailed puzzle. Hours and hours of blooming 

gorgeous fun. R363 from Exclusive Books. 

How clever is this? 

For those of us who 

struggle to construct a 

perfect arrangement, this 

Vase Buddy is a silicone, 

flexible grid, that stretches 

over the rim of your vase, 

holding flowers in place. 

It’s reusable, washable, 

and fits vases between 

12 and 20cm. Buy online for 

R140 from vasebuddy.com 

We’re massive Cape Island fans 

… and although we wouldn’t 

sniff at any one of the six scented 

fragrances, our firm favourite, up 

until now, has been Clifton Beach 

– think sun-warmed coconut, 

opulent tolu balsam and a zest of 

lime. But we’ve just had a heady 

whiff of the new scent … and 

it’s completely swept us off our 

feet. Wild Coast – in its luscious 

raspberry pink packaging – is all 

elegant iris, enticing black currant 

and wild jasmine along with 

rich praline and patchouli. This 

newest scent is in the mini and 

classic medium candle so far – as 

well as a rather desirable Wild 

Coast Scented Candle Ornament, 

which has a mini candle inside 

and makes for a gorgeous 

inexpensive gift. R195 to R320. 

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2021 

Granny chic. Natural materials. Quiet spaces. 

DECOR TRENDS 

Yellow hues and 

granny prints … two 

trends in one! 

Grandmillennial 

We’re rather enjoying the revival of ‘Granny 

Chic’. An ode to old school, it’s the revival of 

furniture you no doubt would find in your 

grandparents’ home. And the reason it’s 

so popular? It evokes feelings of comfort, 

nostalgia and tradition … exactly what we 

long for in turbulent, uncertain times. It’s easy 

to recreate in your bedroom … all you need is 

a massive, soft quilt in a soft colour and pretty 

pattern. Granny prints are also used to great 

effect in the lounge … combine a floral print 

with a few modern pieces and add (dare we 

say clutter) keepsakes, sculptures, artwork and 

pottery from your life and travels. Rugs, mirrors, 

scatters (new or nicked from gran) add to the 

warmth of the room. 

Hello yellow 

Pantone recently announced two colours as their shades of the year 

… and we’re all over Illuminating – a zingy yellow that’s warm and 

optimistic. They added Ultimate Grey, describing it as a practical and 

solid combination, giving us resilience and hope for the year ahead. 

If you prefer a more neutral palette, Dulux Colour of the Year is Brave 

Ground – a warm, natural neutral … a nurturing and balancing colour. It’s 

versatile, so mixes well with other shades … think relaxing off-white, bold 

pinks and reds, and strong blues and greens. 

Talking green … look out for sage green, which promises to make 

another appearance this year – a lovely restorative, natural colour that 

goes with absolutely everything. 

And for those who aren’t afraid of colour … there’ll be pops of mulberry 

tones and warm reds combined with patterns and prints that evoke 

happiness and cheerfulness, as well as ocean blues, from deep inky tones 

through to soft aquas and teals … the perfect colours to create a tranquil 

and peaceful home. 


Natural. Ethical. 

Sustainable 

Sustainability is the 2021 buzzword 

and there’s is a huge focus on 

products that will not only last 

longer, but will also not harm the 

environment. As we become more 

aware of this, the demand for more 

natural and recycled textiles grows. 

Look out for 100 per cent cotton 

linen – pure, natural, breathable, and 

it keeps you cool in Summer and 

warm in Winter. Although it’s not 

the most inexpensive option, it lasts 

almost twice as long as cheaper manmade 

alternatives, so you won’t need 

to replace it as frequently. Cotton 

is naturally hypoallergenic, so has 

limited association with any allergies, 

and really, could there be anything 

better than climbing into bed with 

fresh, clean, cotton sheets? 

Bring nature indoors 

This isn’t a new trend, but gosh is it 

growing … faster than an invasive 

weed. All things garden-related are 

desirable … from vertical gardens and 

indoor gardening to botanical prints 

(in natural wooden frames, please). 

That granny floral fabric will come into 

its own, as will faux botanicals, which 

add colour and interest and require 

no watering. Bonus! 

Support local 

The call to support local started last 

year and is growing in leaps and 

bounds. As it should. So continuing 

this year is the trend of seeking out 

local brands that are proudly South 

African and have a nod to heritage 

in everything they do. Be it fabrics, 

upholstery or soft furnishings, or 

accessories and art, make sure to 

choose brands that manufacture 

items locally and support 

local communities. 

Our home trend tips come from the 

Volpes and Biggie Best teams, two 

much-loved local SA brands. For more 

ideas, inspiration and great decor buys, 

visit volpes.co.za, where you’ll also find 

the Biggie Best collection. 

Fluffy towels. Candles. 

A quiet space for after 

work de-stress time. 

Crisp, clean 100 per cent 

cotton linen … natural, 

ethical and sustainable. 

Mindfulness and wellness 

The principles of wellness start with our own personal spaces and there are 

simple ways to use home decor to inspire mindfulness in everyday life. By 

creating quiet places and peaceful sanctuaries throughout your home, you can 

be fully engaged and present in the moment. Use every little nook and cranny in 

your house to create different zones – for reading, relaxing or simply retreating. 

A comfy chair, a good reading lamp and a side table for a teacup will turn a 

boring corner into a much-used quiet space. A gorgeous spa-at-home bathroom 

is the ultimate space to unwind after a long day … all you need are some 

oversized, luxuriously soft towels, a few scented candles and a dimmer switch. 

A glass of bubbles wouldn’t go amiss! 



We love a 

Moleskin notebook as 

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call back the (schooldays) past with a pile 

of these Croxley black notebooks with red 

binding. They’re retro stylish, and R19 each. 

Bargain. If you have to be fancy, get the 

wiro version, for R77 from waltons.co.za 

Don’t work overtime! Keep 

on schedule with this 

gold and black wall clock, 

R299 from Woolworths. 

And don’t waste time, 

either, by running off to 

the kitchen every five 

minutes for something to 

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allowed). R279 from 

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Desk organisers from the new home 

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Hands up if you’ve been dreaming about 

escaping to an island. A lounger under a 

palm tree. A fancy cocktail. A dip in the 

ocean when the sun gets too hot. 

Sounds blissful, right? But what if you want 

to do more than laze in the sun. Then you 

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Made up of more than 1 000 tiny islands, 

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and surrounded by a private beach, 

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activities, water sports, dining options and 

experiences … think spectacular seaplane 

flights to take in the beauty from above, 

or scuba diving and getting up close and 

personal with creatures of the deep. 

Magical, marvellous Maldives. 

So much more than palm trees and 

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Which resort? 

While all rather stylish, they’re also 

very chilled. Even in the five-star spots, 

enjoying a glass of champagne with 

your toes in the sand isn’t merely 

acceptable, it’s essential. 

Looking for a romantic escape for two, 

or something for the whole family? 

Resorts like Dhigali and Finolhu don’t 

cut any corners on luxury, but also 

have amazing kids’ clubs and plenty of 

activities that are perfect for bonding 

and quality time. 

You can opt for the tranquil route 

at one of the world-renowned 

Cinnamon resorts, or go wild … 

the Hard Rock Hotel Maldives is all 

vibrant nightlife, shopping, and live 

entertainment, and where you’ll find 

the fantastic marine discovery centre. 

If there’s an activity you have your 

heart set on, do a little investigation 

before you book … there’s snorkelling 

with whale sharks at Radisson Blu, 

sleeping in a Stargazer Bubble room 

under the night sky at Finolhu, and 

an underwater fine dining restaurant 

and nightclub at Niyama, where 

there’s also a brilliant spa. 

Overwater, garden, beach? 

We’ve all seen photos of idyllic villas 

on stilts, hovering over the sparkling 

ocean, and this is where they became 

famous. Every Maldives resort has a 

great selection of water villas, and 

there’s nothing quite like it. 

You can also opt to stay a few steps 

from the shoreline, or surrounded 

by lush gardens where kids can 

run around and play to their 

hearts’ content. 

If you’re travelling with a larger group 

of friends or family, you should opt for 

a celebrity-style suite villa with two or 

three bedrooms, sweeping sun decks, 

and swanky living areas! 

You’ll feel the freedom of fresh air 

and open spaces wherever you stay, 

but some take it to another level. 

At Radisson Blu, for example, the 

smallest room is 220 square metres. 

It’s all very romantic … many villas 

have spa baths or private plunge 

pools, some have outdoor showers, 

others are built for maximum privacy. 

(Top tip: if privacy is high up on 

your wish list, book a villa at the end 

of a jetty.) 

So much to do, so little time 

Snorkelling is a firm favourite, and 

these waters are home to some of the 

world’s most diverse sealife. 

Jet skis, kayaks with glass floors so 

you can watch the world swim by, 

parasailing, kitesurfing, wakeboarding 

… each resort has its own great 

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Scuba diving in the Maldives is 

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All sorts of excursions are available, 

along with island favourites such as 

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If you’re comfier on solid ground, 

there are fitness centres, beach sports 

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Eat, drink and be merry 

Resorts tend to have a main 

restaurant where there are seemingly 

endless breakfast, lunch and dinner 

spreads. The quality is superb, and 

there’s so much variety it’s impossible 

to try everything (no, that’s not a 

challenge!). 

But be sure to try the other speciality 

bars and restaurants too. From 

gourmet, Michelin-starred creations 

to zingy street-food-style snack bars, 

from private beach dinners under 

the stars to glorious ice creams and 

colourful cocktails on the beach, the 

Maldives is a feast. 

You’ll also find impressive wine cellars, 

and select suites even have their own 

wine bar – Finolhu’s Rockstar Villa has 

a wine bar that needs to be seen to 

be believed! 

The dreaded C-word 

We’re a little tired of talking about 

Covid-19, but needs must. The 

Maldives government has taken steps 

to ensure the safety of visitors. While 

you don’t need to wear a mask on the 

beach or at the swimming pool, they 

are required in restaurants and public 

indoor areas. 

The resorts are designed for 

distancing, and privacy has always 

been paramount. Spacious layouts 

and strict sanitising protocols are in 

place – down to someone on standby 

to wipe down your sun lounger 

before and after you use it. 

All the resorts have all changed 

their seating plans and switched to 

table service wherever possible, to 

maximise your safety and comfort. 

The deets 

This celebrity destination is 

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reach. Priority Escapes has secured 

unbelievable rates (from as little 

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flights that will get you there in less 

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welcoming kids free of charge! 

Whichever Maldives adventure you 

choose, we have no doubt it will be 

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Fancy winning a week for you and a friend or partner in the Maldives? Ridiculous question. We’ve made new best friends 

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at the Cinnamon Dhonveli, and three nights at the Cinnamon Ellaidhoo, both four-star resorts. Breakfast, lunch and dinner 

daily are included, as are a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. The prizes include return economy flights and 

airport taxes. There are specific travel dates for 2021 … for those, and a full list of what the prize includes and excludes, 

visit getitmagazine.co.za/pretoria where you’ll find the entry form as well. You can also enter on 

Facebook (getitpretoriamagazine) and Instagram (getitptamagazine). Entries close March 30 … go, go, go! 


Spoil 

March 

Permanent laser hair 

removal. And it’s pain-free! 

Shaving your legs and underarms every day or so. Growing 

your bikini line so you can have a (painful) wax. Dealing with 

embarrassing facial hair. We have better things to do with our 

time than worry about unwanted hair. 

And ouch. The pain! Hair removal – temporary or permanent – 

has us wincing at the often unpleasant, sore, time-consuming, 

and hair-raising experiences. Then we heard about the 

Laser Beautique’s BeauLase Remove. The Rolls Royce of laser 

technology, it offers permanent hair removal – painlessly. 

Without anaesthesia or numbing gel. Sign us up. 

The aestheticians use a new technique called IN-Motion, which, 

in layman’s terms, is technology that gradually increases the 

power, a rise that is so gentle it almost feels like a hot stone 

massage. Compare this to the constant elastic-band-snap feeling 

of the run-of-the-mill treatments, and you’ll understand why 

we’re raving. Because it’s more bearable, it means you can also 

treat each area more aggressively, meaning fewer treatments and 

fewer clinic visits … saving time and money. 

It’s suitable for men and women, and for all skin types, including 

Asian, black and tanned skin. Oh … and for those of you with 

blonde, grey, ginger or white hair, ask about the Apilus treatment. 

It’s the bomb! Details: thelaserbeautique.co.za or 0861-850-851. 

We’ve got R1000 vouchers to give away to 10 Get It readers. 

PLUS, everyone who enters will win a 50 per cent discount 

voucher off a hair removal treatment of their choice at 

their local Laser Beautique. Enter on our Facebook page 

getitpretoriamagazine before March 25.

Pretoria - Mar 2021

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