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THIS MONTH 

04 We’ve got a hot line-up to warm you up 

06 Book Club ... stories of seniors having the time of their lives 

08 Wish List ... all that is warm and wonderful to desire 

10 Social ... opening of Dian Louw’s 10th EpicARTS 

PEOPLE 

12 Michelle Meyer opens up her heart for the elderly 

14 Visual artist Bianca Jill bridges gap between nature and art 

BEAUTY 

16 Beauty buys for over 60s 

FOOD & WINE 

18 Gorg guilt-free delights 

20 Best wines on a budget 

GARDENING 

22 Snap away the gardening Winter blues 

TRAVEL 

30 A trip to Mount Nelson in the Cape (and take your pooch!) 

32 Tintswalo Waterberg ... a multi-generational safari destination 

WIN 

08 A case of Zandvliet Shiraz 

34 A bottle of Tamnavulin’s Double Cask and Sherry Cask Edition 

COVER PHOTO CREDIT 

Photographer: 

Shaun-Douglas Steynberg 

Make-up & hair: 

Stefanie Payendee 

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A hot date! 

Winter chills? We’ve got just the line-up to warm you up. 

If you have a date for the Get It diary page, email the info at least a month in advance to lanie@caxton.co.za 

Everyone loves Shrek, right? Well, you’ll want to mark 

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your diary for Shrek the Musical Jr. It’s a fantastical 

journey packed with laughter, heart, and tons of ogresized 

fun. Based on the beloved DreamWorks film and the 

Broadway hit, this production brings all your fave characters 

to life on stage in a magical show that’s perfect for the 

whole family. July 04 to July 13 at the Atterbury Theatre. 

From R165 per person from seatme.co.za 

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Get ready for the Lekkerbek Wildsfees. Think loads 

of stalls, great food, and heaps of fun for the kids at 

the amusement park. The line-up is very impressive too. 

You won’t want to miss Drommerdaris Drum Duo, Appel, 

Plakkies, Liezel Pieters, Riaan Benade, and Early B. It’s going 

to be great fun! Held at the Lavender Kontrei Mark at 

Wonderboom Primary School. Gates open 2.30pm. R200 

per person from tickets.tixsa.co.za 

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The annual Jazz & Blues Festival is back and jazzier 

than ever. Get ready to enjoy the Tijn Trommelen 

Quintet from the Netherlands, Nova Blues, The Micah Lebz 

Afro/ Latin Guitar Duo, and the Pretoria Boys High School 

Jazz Band. Take your camping chairs, blankets, hats, and 

sunscreen for a lovely day under the lush trees, soaking in 

some great music. Plus, there will be plenty of food and 

drink stalls to keep you going. From 12pm at Kleinkaap 

Boutique Hotel. R325 per person from kleinkaap.co.za or 

plankton.mobi 

Guess who’s coming to town? The super talented 

Demi Lee Moore … and she’ll be doing an 

exciting acoustic performance. This concert is going to 

be special because you’ll get to know her on a whole 

new level through her stories and songs. And don’t worry 

about missing any of her signature energy … her entire 

band will be there to bring it all to life. It’s going to be an 

unforgettable night. From 7pm at the Atterbury Theatre. 

R280 per person from seatme.co.za 

Howdy partner! In the middle of the Estetika-Kuier concert 

series, Elandré and his band will take a two-night country 

holiday. Dust off your boots, and reserve your hay bale now, 

for a fresh rendition of old and new country favourites. July 

19 and July 20 at the Atterbury Theater. R250 per person 

from seatme.co.za 

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Got plans for the weekend? If you're 

up for some fun, the Busstop7 

open-air market is where it's at. 

It's a great spot to check out some 

amazing local artists showing off 

their talents and selling their works. 

There are also all kinds of delicious 

food vendors around. Plus, you'll 

find loads of handmade crafts,will 

get to raise a glass or two with a fab 

selection of drinks. Saturdays and 

Sundays from 9am to 4pm. Located 

on the corner of Duiker and Foxtrot 

Street, Pretoria. Free entry. 

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This year’s Jopie Fees is 

around the corner. With 25 

of our country’s top artists … think 

Steve Hofmeyr, Kurt Darren, Jo 

Black, Droom Sindroom, Loufi, Dirk 

van der Westhuizen, Lianie May, 

Nicolas Louw, Liezel Pieters and 

Gerhard Steyn, it’s going to be quite 

the event ... a day packed with fun, 

loads of kids’ entertainment, a beer 

garden to quench your thirst, and 

around 100 stalls offering all kinds 

of yummy foods. R250 per person 

from plankton.mobi. From 8am at the 

Voortrekker Monument. 

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Sign up for an enchanting 

afternoon filled with laughter, 

connection, and delicious food the 

upcoming Colour Your Soul Ladies 

Day. Gather your friends, family, and 

dress in the colours that speak to your 

soul, expressing your unique spirit 

and style. Renowned keynote speaker 

Zoya Mabuto-Mokoditoa will be 

there to delight you and warm your 

heart and soul. Your ticket includes 

a lunch, welcome drink, goodie bag, 

access to a 360-photo booth, and an 

immersive dot art session. Plus, you’ll 

have the opportunity to connect with 

the inspiring Cancervive team. R850 

per person from quicket.co.za. From 

11.30am at Monte De Dios. 

The hottest date… 

Looking for a spot to hang out with 

friends and enjoy some amazing food? 

Look no further than Agrilla Meet and 

Cocktail Bar. A play on the word meat, 

Agrilla is an upmarket grill house and 

cocktail bar offering top-notch meat from the best local butcher. 

But it’s not just eating out or sipping a drink … it's a whole experience. Your meat 

is sliced right at your table on butcher blocks, making it an interactive ‘theatre of 

dining’ experience … a pretty Menlyn view the cherry on top! 

The menu reflects the Afrikaans and Greek roots of its owners, offering dishes like 

chicken livers, trinchado, and grilled halloumi. Start off with some tasty bites like 

garlic-rubbed bruschetta, smoky BBQ buffalo wings, or marrow bones with toast. 

For the main event, you can dig into specialties like a four-and-a-half-hour 

slow-cooked short rib in red wine gravy, or go big with a 1kg rump steak. And 

if you’re sharing, their mixed grill platter with steak, boerewors, chicken wings, 

and sides like twice-cooked potato wedges or creamy spinach is perfect for the 

whole table. 

And the drinks? They have an impressive selection of whiskies and high-end 

cognacs. Plus, their cocktails mix old-school flavours with a modern twist … like 

the blueberry sour made with tequila instead of the usual whisky. 

So, gather the crew and head over for a dining experience that's as fun as it is 

delicious. Agrilla is located at Time Square and is open Tuesday to Friday from 

2pm until 11pm, and on Saturdays from noon. 


Book club 

Being happy at 100. A murder in a retirement village. And ageing disgracefully. 

There’s a load of fun to be had when you’re no longer nine to five-ing! 

In Clare Pooley’s How To Age Disgracefully, Daphne knows that age is just 

a number, but that society no longer pays her any attention – something 

she’s happy to exploit to help her hide a somewhat chequered past. But 

finding herself alone on her 70th birthday, with only her plants to talk to and 

neighbours to stalk online, she decides she needs some friends. Joining a Senior 

Citizen’s Social Club, she’s horrified at the expectation she’ll spend her time 

enduring gentle crafting activities. Thankfully, the other members – including 

a failed actor addicted to shoplifting and a prolific yarn-bomber – agree. After 

a tragic accident, the local council threaten to close the club – but they have 

underestimated the wrong group of pensioners! Penguin • If You Live to 100, You 

Might As Well Be Happy. Well, exactly! Rhee Kun Hoo was in his 70s and retired 

from his psychiatry career when he took up writing. Now in his twilight years, 

his lessons for a long and joyful life tells of the often-overlooked value of ageing. 

He shares his wisdom and philosophy for finding a life well-lived, exploring 

forgiveness, how to persevere (but also know when to quit) and opening yourself 

to the simple joys available to you every day. Life, he says, is a story worth reading 

until the very last page. Penguin Random House 

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All books available at Exclusive Books 

Old Man’s Blend. . Because ... requirement issue. And because it’s a 

really fine wine ... all ripe red fruit with raspberry and fresh cherry. 

And it’s affordable, around R115 from your local bottlestore.

After 30 years of marriage, Louisa is 

stunned when her husband asks for 

a divorce. He has, apparently, fallen 

in love with a young woman who, 

horrors, also happens to be the ex 

who broke their son’s heart. So off he 

goes to start his new life, while she 

sells up the family home and begins, 

after a while, to make some exciting 

life plans. Oh ... and that new life of his. 

Living that dream is not all as hunky 

as he thought it would be! An Ideal 

Husband by Erica James is all family 

drama and humour and a wonderfully 

satisfying ending! HQ 

The Summer of 1919, and following 

the end of the First World War, 

Constance is without prospects. 

While looking for a position as a 

bookkeeper or (horrors) a governess, 

she’s sent - rather reluctantly - as a 

lady’s companion to an old family 

friend convalescing at a seaside 

hotel. So sets the scene for the 

smashingly enjoyable new book by 

Helen Simsonson - The Hazelbourne 

Ladies Motorcycle and Flying 

Club ... all English high society and a 

country preparing to celebrate peace 

and - obviously - and handsome 

fighter pilot to warm things up a 

little. Bloomsbury 

63-year-old Syliva is furious when 

she finds her husband in bed with 

another woman. But then it dawns on 

her ... she hates living in a retirement 

village - it’s for old people, and 

she’s certainly not old. She and her 

70-year-old, tremendously glamorous 

friend head to Manhattan to start a 

new life ... which includes reviving 

her wedding planning business and 

being back in the dating game. Hillary 

Yablon’s Sylvia’s Second Act is a 

hilarious feel-good read, showing how 

growing older may not always mean 

growing wiser, but it certainly does 

mean having a lot of fun! Orion 

There’s been a murder in the Shady 

Oaks retirement centre. The victim is 

a retired policeman, and his murder is 

soon followed by another body being 

discovered - that of the home’s head 

of security. Add one ace detective and 

her partner, throw in a love interest 

and two marvellous old biddies and 

you’ve a heart-stoppingly exciting 

read. Cheater by Karen Rose. Headline 

Tired of making and endless supply 

of aubergine bhajis, Mrs Sidhu 

- caterer and amateur sleuth - is 

delighted when she gets offered a 

position as chef in a quiet village. 

Until she discovers that a murderer is 

apparently picking victims through 

the fairground raffle. Mrs Sidhu’s 

Dead and Scone by Suk Pannu is 

delightfully dark. Harper Collins UK 

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Compiled by: KYM ARGO

Wish list 

Baby it’s cold outside. 

Warm up your decor with one of the muted shades in the collection 

of eight earthy tones, selected to celebrate South Africa’s crafts 

and culture, in Plascon’s new Origin colour palette. The collection 

embodies a sense of authenticity, representing the cultural 

heritage and artistry of the African continent with a 

warmth and style designed to infuse interiors with 

hope. Think glowing, golden Turkish Tart, the richly 

saturated earthen Ginger Biscuit and Spanish Gold 

which add heat, while the monochromatic duo Light 

Reflection and Ewa, a dark charcoal black, are ideal 

for kitchens and bathrooms. Details: plascon.co.za 

Win ... we’re giving away a 

case of Zandvliet Shiraz ... 

simply pop over to 

@getitptamagazine on 

Instagram or Facebook 

to enter. 

July 25 is Shiraz Day. So it would be 

rude not to raise a glass in celebration. 

Zandvliet Shiraz is all plums, 

blackcurrants and pepper with hints 

of spice on the nose ... with the deep 

flavours following through, along with 

a hint of dark chocolate. This wooded 

dry red is gorgeous with Boeuf 

Bourguignon. Around R160 a bottle. 

Details: zandvliet.co.za 


Sunnies aren’t just for Summer. And with specks of amber, 

brown, and black, a perfect Winter choice is tortoiseshell - 

which has remained one of the most sought-after eyewear 

patterns since the 1930s. We’re loving these Swarovski 

sunglasses, R4030 from Sunglass Hut • Cold weather rule 

number one. Keep your head and feet warm. These 

ribbed beanies are woven for a snug fit ... great shades 

for him, too. R139 from Woolworths • And for your feet, 

faux fur ankle boots with flatform sole and round toe. 

Fashionable meets practical. R999 from zara.com 

Comfy, one hundred 

per cent cotton striped 

pyjamas with buttondown 

sleep shirt and 

matching pants with 

elasticated waistband. 

R699 from Woolworths. 

Nothing like a bit of adrenalin to 

warm things up. Tana French delivers, 

in spades, in The Hunter. Two men 

arrive in a small village in Ireland. 

They’re looking for gold. But what 

they bring is trouble. An ex Chicago 

detective. A half-wild teenager. And 

revenge! Penguin Random House, R380 

Compiled by: KYM ARGO 


Prieur le Grange, 

Danielle le Grange, 

Madelein de Klerk 

Liza and Dirk le Grange 

A pretty winter 

wonderland 

There was a special opening of Dian Louw’s 10th EpicARTS winter 

exhibition recently … and it was lovely. Guests had the chance to 

browse through some of his work, as well as the work of nearly 30 other 

incredibly gifted artists from Gauteng (and even got to mingle with 

a few of them, too). There was also some great live entertainment … 

think Jak de Priester serenading under the stars while guests relaxed 

on picnic blankets, wine in hand and pretty twinkling garden lights all 

around. A stunning evening filled with art, friends, and good music. 

Jaco Verhoef, Chané Coetzee 

Chanté Horn, Chané Beneke, Marguerite Pienaar, Marco Pienaar 


Megan Naudé, Tristan Potgieter, Fernand 

Dorfling, Colette van der Merwe 

Willem and Evan Badenhorst 

Maryn Thuynsma, Neil Coetzee, Sané Louw 

Anina Keeve, Maryna Gie 

Chantelle and Joe Vreugdenburg 


Small things, great love 

Growing old is no walk in the park, something most people don’t understand 

until it’s their time. But Michelle Meyer does. She’s always had a knack for helping 

the elderly and those in need. So when she lost her corporate gig during the Covid 

crisis, it was the perfect time to chase her real passion. 

Text: ALANICKA LOTRIET. • Photographer: SHAUN-DOUGLAS STEYNBERG. • Make-up & hair: STEFANIE PAYENDEE. 


It all began when Michelle Meyer was looking after her dad, Izak, who suffers 

from dementia. She saw first-hand how much the elderly crave companionship 

… a listening ear, a gentle touch and a comforting voice. The little things that 

make a big difference. 

But before Michelle Meyer could spread her wings, she first had to hustle to 

support her family. She sold beauty products, Tupperware, even dabbled in 

real estate. 

“My life took an unexpected turn when I lost my job after 15 years. Managing 

on just my husband’s income was tough. It was then that my entrepreneurial 

spirit, which had been dormant for so long, finally blossomed.” It wasn’t long 

before Meyer Care came to life. Driven by her motto of showing kindness, 

compassion and empathy, Michelle was on a mission to create a business that 

would not only provide care, but also offer a sense of family and belonging to 

those under her watch. 

For her caregiving isn’t just about ticking off tasks. It’s about “making everyone 

feel like a someone. No matter where they come from or what their story is. 

Treating everyone with respect and love is non-negotiable. 

“I will always heed to call of the elderly, the vulnerable and the sick. Because 

that’s where my heart is. One thing we tend to forget is that literally everyone is 

human, with feelings, and in need of love and attention.” 

That’s what her business is all about … being a friend, having meaningful 

conversations, and handling the day-to-day stuff like driving, cooking, and 

ensuring home safety. It’s all about making life easier and more connected. 

Michelle knows that age is just a number, and we’re as young as we feel and act. 

But when someone seems to be having a tough time taking care of themselves, 

it might be a hint that they need some extra TLC. That’s where she steps in. 

Whether it’s offering a hug, a prayer, or simply some companionship to terminally 

ill patients, she’s there to make a difference. 

“Something more people need to realise is that you don’t need a company to 

succeed. Just will power. When you realise that, it’s so much easier to just jump 

in, do your thing, and help others in the process!” 

At home, she’s your typical mom next door, who loves soaking up special 

moments with her husband, Wayne, and their three kids, 10-year-old Ethan, 

and six-year-old twins Gemma and Caleb. But it’s not only her family that brings 

her joy. You will also find her with a paintbrush in hand every so often. Because 

she’s oh so passionate about all kinds of art and the pretty things in life. Not to 

mention the tasty things too ... she adores whipping up the most delish meals 

and sweet treats for her family. 

When she’s not at home, you’ll most probably find her in nature, and perhaps 

even lacing up her sneakers for a well-deserved run. 

“When it comes down to it, my family means the world to me. And getting so 

much as a hug from them will always make my day. Without them I wouldn’t 

have been where I am today. I truly am so grateful and blessed.” 

Juggling the roles of wife, mom, entrepreneur, and caregiver might seem like a 

tall order, but Michelle’s got it down to a tee. For Michelle it’s all about finding 

that intricate balance (checklist in hand) … of giving each aspect the attention 

and love it deserves. 

“The three most important lessons I learned through taking care of the elderly 

is firstly, to take risks. Don’t be afraid. Embrace every opportunity to grow and 

learn. Secondly; live in the moment. Life moves quickly. They understand the 

importance of not getting too caught up in the future and instead living in the 

present. Lastly ... don’t sweat the small stuff. Life is too short to worry about the 

little things. Don’t get too worked up over every little thing and instead focus on 

the bigger picture.” 

Through her work with the elderly and vulnerable, she’s learned invaluable lessons 

about the importance of cherishing every moment and caring for one another. 

Details: Follow @Meyer Care on Facebook 

Michelle’s top 3 daily stretches 

Ageing can take a toll on the body, 

but stretching is a great way to 

reduce aches, loosen up muscles 

and relax your joints. Here are three 

of Michelle’s favourite stretches that 

will keep you active and healthy. 

Standing quadriceps stretch 

• Make sure you limber up before 

stretching by doing some light 

walking around. 

• Grab a chair or the back of a couch 

for support, as you will be balancing 

on one leg for this exercise. The 

heavier the support, the better. 

• Hold on to the chair with your left 

hand. Bend your right knee, and, 

using your right hand, grab your leg 

by the ankle and gently pull your foot 

towards your bottom. 

• Hold this position for 10 to 30 

seconds, let your leg back down and 

repeat with your left leg. 

Seated Knee to Chest 

• Like the last exercise, limber up a bit 

by doing some light walking to warm 

up your legs. 

• Sit comfortably in your chair, and 

while seated, grasp your right knee 

and slowly pull it towards your chest. 

• Once you feel the stretching 

sensation, hold this position for 10 to 

30 seconds. 

• Gently guide your leg back down to 

the floor and repeat this exercise with 

your other leg. 

Hamstring Stretch 

• Select a firm surface to sit on. 

• Next, extend one of your legs out on 

the surface. 

• Slowly lean forward, breathe and 

reach for your thigh, knee or ankle. (Be 

careful with this stretch as you do not 

want to hyperextend your hamstring). 

Next, hold this position for 10 to 30 

seconds and gently lay your leg back 

down and repeat with the other side 

of your body. 


Painting up a storm 

Compiled by: ALANICKA LOTRIET 

Bianca Jill is the kind of visual artist 

who sees the world through rosetinted 

glasses. With a brush in hand 

and a splash of paint, she doesn’t just 

capture the beauty around her … she 

amplifies it. In the prettiest of ways. 

Her artistic journey began when she 

was just a little girl, spending countless 

hours with her gran, who was an artist 

herself. These moments, filled with bite 

size advice and the scent of fresh paint, 

laid the foundation for Bianca’s lifelong 

love affair with art. 

“She would always place paper and 

some paint in front of me while she 

was busy creating. To this day I keep 

some of those very first paintings in 

a drawer in my art studio. They are 

such lovely memories and keeps me 

inspired, reminding me of how far 

I’ve come. 

“Artistic talent runs deep in the family 

… trickling down from my gran to my 

mom, aunts, and cousins, too. And 

it’s such a supportive environment 

where we can all learn from each 

other, encourage growth and help one 

another refine skills.” 

Bianca started to pursue her passion 

straight after school … getting her 

qualification in visual communication 

and first stepping into the business 

world as a graphic designer. Then, a 

decade ago, she had a spontaneous 

retinal detachment, which left her with 

impaired vision. 

The demanding nature of full-time 

graphic design soon became too 

strenuous for her eyes, which lead her 

to focus more on painting. Although 

she still dabbles in graphic design 

today, Bianca admits her true passion 

lies in painting … a medium where 

she finds her deepest expression. And 

it was only a matter of time before she 

opened Bianca Jill Studio. 

Her poison? Watercolour. While most 

art media will fall into line and obey 

the will of the artist much like you can 

expect a well-trained dog to respond 

to you in obedient, predictable ways 

… watercolour is, well, not like that. 

Described by many artists as a cat, with 

a will of its own. 

And Bianca just loves it. For this 

talented artist, watercolour painting 

feels almost like second nature. Unlike 

many artists who focus on technique, 

Bianca allows the watercolour to 

guide her, embracing the medium’s 

unforgiving nature. 

“You can’t really fix mistakes once 

the pigment is on the paper. But that 

just makes it all the more special. 

Each stroke is deliberate, every mark 

intentional, resulting in artwork 

that feels both spontaneous and 

deeply emotive. 

“With that being said, I’m committed 

to remaining as authentic as possible 

and staying true to myself. I paint 

from a place of genuine inspiration 

and excitement to create pieces 

that evoke a powerful emotional 

response. I don’t believe in blindly 

following trends.” 

Nature is Bianca’s biggest muse. It’s 

like the natural world just fill her with 

a sense of wonder and provide a 

constant source of creative energy. 

“I’m forever in love with flowers, leaves, 

birds, and butterflies, which is what 

I most love painting. But I am just as 

inspired by a beautiful book or piece 

of poetry.” 

Bianca dreams of expanding her small 

studio to its full potential and exploring 

international markets further. In fact, 

many of her paintings have already 

found homes overseas. She’s also a 

regular exhibitor at Kamers Makers, 

and is currently working on a new 

collection for an upcoming exhibition. 

She’s continuously growing and 

spreading beauty through her art. All 

it takes, she tells us, is a little passion, 

authenticity and some paint to make 

your life the masterpiece you’ve always 

dreamt about. 

Details: Visit biancajillstudio.com 

or follow @biancajill on Insta and 

@biancajillstudio on Facebook 


Meet Bianca Jill, who turned her lifelong passion into her profession. 

She always knew her office would be an art studio and her screen, a vibrant canvas. 

And honestly … she wouldn’t want it any other way. 

Your fave part of the job? I’m very 

fortunate to be able to create every day. I 

love sitting down to start a new painting 

and seeing people’s reactions once they 

receive their artwork. 

How has your style changed over 

time? I’ve always had quite a clean style. 

I love a lot of white space left open and 

untouched. Lately I love adding more and 

more little intricate details into my work. I 

am quite the perfectionist when it comes 

to my work and I think you can see it in 

my style. 

The best remedy for overcoming an 

artistic block? Just create as much as 

you can. Don’t go for a specific idea or 

end result. Just sit and let the paint do its 

thing. It’s lovely to paint without pressure 

… get your head clear and soon one is 

inspired again. 

The best time of day to create? I typically 

prefer to work in the morning. The best is 

when you are able to find that sweet spot 

of flow while painting. And before you 

know it, the whole day has passed. 

How does art help in other areas of 

your life? I think art helps you have an 

appreciation not only for the beauty that 

surrounds you, but also seeing potential. 

How do you define success as an artist? 

One of the greatest rewards of creating 

art is being able to share it. I have often 

had feedback of what a certain artwork 

had meant to someone. I once added a 

Cape Robin bird print to a package for a 

client of mine and after receiving it she 

said that was always a sign for her that 

her father was watching over her. Stories 

like that are worth more than thousands 

of likes or followers. 

Who is Bianca at home between friends 

and family? I am probably the biggest 

home body. I love being in my little space, 

pottering around the garden and slow 

days with loved ones. 

How do you unwind? A good book 

always does the trick. I have stacks of 

books lying all over waiting to be read. 

And, working alone from home, I find it 

very important to socialise and get out of 

my little bubble. I love walking and doing 

yoga. Both very important for my physical 

and mental state. 

Bianca’s top watercolour tips 

If you’re looking to get started with watercolour or improve your 

techniques, there a few things you should take into consideration. 

Watercolour is a fun and sometimes unpredictable medium. With the 

amount of ways to use it, this could be a really long list, but Bianca has 

boiled it down these basics to get your started. 

• Good quality paper is a must. I’ve spoiled many an artwork because the 

paper quality was inferior. Look out for Arches and Fabriano. I prefer paper 

with a slight rough texture (cold-pressed.) 

• Invest in a few quality paints with which you can mix the colours together. 

A little always goes a long way in watercolour. 

• Natural bristle brushes will always hold colour and water much better than 

synthetic brushes. 

• Learn to go with the flow. Watercolour has the tendency to do what it 

wants. Let those happy accidents add character and interesting texture to 

your work. 

• Always work from light to dark and remember watercolour is a transparent 

medium and tends to dry lighter so working layer for layer is key. 

• Leave pieces of your artwork untouched. The white of the paper with its 

texture is beautiful and adds to the end result. 

• Know when to walk away from a painting. One will never be finished. There 

will always be another stroke to add. 


Your journey to radiant skin starts here with Brightening Vitamin 

C Wipes (R39.99) and Brightening Vitamin C Serum (R199). The 

wipes cleanse and refresh your skin while the serum is infused with 

a blend of Vitamin C, Vitamin E and ferulic acid - reducing dark spots, 

hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone. Both from Clicks. 

A day cream with Retinol and Collagen. 

Yes mam! Firm up with HADA LABO 

Anti-Aging Wrinkle Reducer Day 

Cream. R329 from Dis-Chem. 

Skin.vest.ment 

Age is just a number ... skincare is your secret 

SKNLogic Hydrating 

Serum is perfect for 

dry, dehydrated or 

mature skin adding 

intense hydration and 

anti-ageing support. 

R257 from Dis-Chem. 

Restore luminosity, comfort and density 

with Eau Thermale Avène DermAbsolu 

Recontouring Mask (R595). For puffiness 

and dark circles, try DermAbsolu Youth Eye 

Cream (R485) and to firm up - DermAbsolu 

Recontouring Serum (R585) targets 

sagging skin. All available from Dis-Chem. 

To keep you moving along 

swiftly ... Swanson Tart Cherry 

500mg for joint health and 

strengthening collagen 

structures. 120 capsules for 

R549 from takealot.com 

Reveal your skin’s natural radiance in just 5 

nightly drops with Bioderma Pigmentbio 

C-Concentrate ... your new secret weapon 

for dark spots and protecting your skin from 

premature ageing. R590 from Clicks. 


If you want to tackle multiple signs of ageing, 

use Filorga Global-repair Advanced Cream 

as a daily care product after serum. It aids 

with skin density, firmness and elasticity, 

deep wrinkles, luminosity and more. R1820 

from riekiemedaesthetic.co.za, skinmiles.com, 

absoluteskin.co.za and justskinclinic.co.za 

Infused with Vitamin C, Nuxe 

Nuxuriance Ultra The Dark Spot 

Correcting Serum is ultra-milky 

in texture with a fresh fragrance 

of orange blossom, raspberry and 

sandalwood, bringing radiance 

to your complexion. R1245 from 

orleanscosmetics.co.za 

NeoStrata 

Pigment 

Controller, 

an intensive 

brightening 

night treatment 

that targets 

pigment 

at source, 

diminishing the 

appearance of 

discolouration. 

R1182 from 

dermastore.co.za 

A boosting balm to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles. Eco Diva Natural 

Rejuvenate Canna Balm is 100 per cent natural, plant-based harnessing the 

power of cannabis sativa. Targets premature ageing, dryness and provides 

multi-nutrient-rich nourishment for the skin. R495 for 30g from ecodiva.co.za 


Natural Cakes by Giovanna Torrico celebrates a healthy diet, 

even for the sweetest things in life. Along with the almost 100 

recipes, there are pages and pages of tips ... like using apple 

purée or date paste instead of sugar, mashed banana or potato 

flour instead of eggs, coconut yogurt or rice milk instead of dairy. 

Giovanna talks you through sweet flavour boosts like beet, flower 

water, avo, and gives options for natural colourings - pure raspberry 

juice and turmeric and activated charcoal powder. And there’s no 

holding back on flavour ... from the dark, rich, nutty carrot cake to 

the mango and coconut loaf cake to the traditional Italian Caprese 

flourless chocolate cake, it’s just one delicious treat after another. 

Hardie Grant, R475 from Exclusive Books 

TREATS 

without the guilt! 

Chocolate bars and cheese cakes and coconut 

cream and fudge frosting. No remorse! 


Think indulgent chocolate bars. Zero 

guilt. Functional nutrition. Say hello to 

Fulfil Chocolate Protein Bars 

that have just upped the game for 

health-conscious snackers. Low sugar, 

high protein, nine essential vitamins, 

all wrapped up in an on-the-go 

bar. And they are delicious! We tried 

(and went back for seconds) all four 

flavours ... Salted Caramel, Peanut 

and Caramel, Hazelnut Whip, and 

Chocolate Brownie. You’ll find them at 

Clicks for R55 ... worth stocking up! 


Get your daily cup of calm! We know about the long-term benefits of the 

SA-grown Rooibos tea. And lately CBD’s health benefits have been in the 

spotlight. Combine the two and you’ve got a tea with the caffeine-free, 

antioxidant-boosting benefits of Rooibos, along with the relaxing, calming, 

and sleep-enhancing benefits of CBD. There’s a Laager Plus CBD Rooibos 

Relax which is perfect for those feeling anxiety and overwhelmed by 

the demands of daily life, who are looking to restore balance in their day, 

and Laager Plus CBD Rooibos Sleep with added chamomile, for those 

looking to shut down after a long day ... a nightcap with a difference! 

The tea is THC-free (so no psychoactive or high effect), and each teabag 

contains 2mg CBD - the recommended daily limit for CBD intake is 20mg, 

making it suitable to enjoy several cups a day. You’ll find it at supermarkets 

or on Takealot. Details: joekels.co.za 

Easiest, tastiest treat ever ... frozen peanut butter-stuffed, chocolatedipped 

dates. Simply pop the pips out of the dates and replace with a 

half a spoon or so of crunchy peanut butter - or any nut butter of your 

choice. Melt a slab of Beyers Sultry Dark Chocolate - it’s 57 per cent 

chocolate with cocoa nibs - in a double boiler, making sure the pan 

doesn’t touch the simmering water. Once melted, give a good stir and 

then pop in each date to cover. Put onto a baking tin, and put into the 

freezer until frozen. They keep in the freezer for ages, not that they’ll 

last very long! You’ll find Beyers chocolates at stores including Clicks, 

Checkers, Pick n Pay, Spar and Takealot. 

We’re loving these new Uju Pure 

Honey Gummies ... delish, chewy 

treats sweetened naturally with local 

honey. With a texture softer than a 

normal gummy, they’re free from 

cane sugar, gelatine, colourants, 

flavourants, preservatives, gluten and 

dairy. Full of healthy ingredients like 

fresh ginger root, chai spices, liquorice 

root, espresso and rose geranium 

(our local Fynbos that tastes just 

like Turkish Delight) ... ingredients 

selected for their health benefits, from 

reducing inflammation and aiding 

digestion to helping with stress relief 

and improving concentration. Perfect 

for those who’re lactose-intolerant, 

vegetarian, celiac, or just looking to 

try something with a little less of the 

nasties. R89.95. Find stockists or buy 

online from iloveuju.com 


Fruit-forward and full-bodied, 

Four Cousins Directors Reserve Merlot 

is a medium sweet red wine ... 

all chocolate, plum, red fruit and dark 

cherry ... drink it with rich stews, 

char-grilled chicken, venison, lamb, 

smoked meats and flavourful 

cheeses. Around R105. 

Wine on a budget 

A blend of cabernet sauvignon, 

shiraz and pinotage, Zandvliet’s My 

Best Friend Cape Red is a smooth, 

easy-to-drink wine - with red fruit, 

plums and spice, it pairs well with 

most Winter meals. R75 from 

zandvliet.co.za 

Cheers to these 

easy-drinking wines ... 

affordable enough to 

enjoy a glass every night, 

pleasing enough to serve 

at your next dinner party. 

The Theuniskraal Shiraz ruby 

red wine is a medium bodied 

wine with berries and oak 

spices, and is lovely served 

with most red meat, game and 

pasta dishes. Around R105 a 

bottle from getwine.co.za 


Yummy Sunday night pizza. Mild curry. 

A hearty stew. This Soft Smooth Red 

- from Perderberg Cellar’s Lifestyle 

collection, pairs perfectly with them all. 

Ripe dark fruit and a touch of oak, the red 

blend is easy-drinking and costs R80 

from perdeberg.co.za 

This Protea Merlot is a seductive, 

velvety and plush ... all plum, 

mulberry, cherry and blackberry 

fruit sprinkled with spice. It’s 

packed with appeal, and is just 

R85 a bottle. 

Spier Signature Cabernet Sauvignon 

- which boasts a brand new look - is 

a real crowd pleaser ... with luscious 

berry flavours it’s an easygoing red 

ideal for impromptu braais and 

burgers. Pasta more your style? It’s 

great with tomato-based sauces like 

marinara and Bolognese too! R99 from 

you local wine stockist or spier.co.za 

The Bruce Jack Wines 

Lifestyle range is all about 

excellent wine and value for 

money. With 10 wines to choose 

from - all less than R100 a 

bottle, it’s a collection well 

worth stocking up on. Since 

this month we’re all about red, 

red wine (thanks Neil) we’re 

drinking Bruce Jack Cabernet 

Sauvignon - all mint chocolate 

crunch with a twirl of blueberry, 

it’s R79.99 a bottle from Tops at 

Spar or brucejack.com 



Fresh & fragrant 

Snap away the winter blues with fresh, flavoursome garden peas, 

bright Bumble Bee flowers and the fragrant aroma of lavender. 

Text: ALICE COETZEE 

Veggie of the month 

Add fresh spring flavour to your food by 

growing garden peas as microgreens. 

They can be grown all year round, 

even in winter, in a warm, bright spot. 

The crunchy shoots, small leaves and 

tendrils have the same sweetness as 

peas, and they are just as nutritious. 

All you need is a warm, bright room, a 

damp growing medium in a container 

and Kirchhoffs bush pea ‘Greenfeast’ or 

sugar snap ‘Sugar Charm’. Soak the peas 

in water for 12 to 24 hours. Place them 

on the growing medium and cover to 

keep the peas out of the light for 3 to 5 

days. Check daily and spritz the peas to 

keep them moist. Once the peas have 

sprouted, remove the cover and move 

them into bright light. Keep them 

moist until ready to harvest when the 

seedlings are about 6cm tall. Harvest 

the first true leaves or let them grow 

on to form shoots and tendrils. Using 

scissors, cut the seedlings just above 

the ground, rinse and use immediately 

or store in the refrigerator. Garden pea 

micro greens are a delicious garnish, 

good in sandwiches, salads and stir 

fries. Details: www.kirchhoffs.co.za 

Garden tasks for July 

• Prune the roses from 20 July to 3 

August and dig fresh compost into 

the soil around the roses. • Feed winter 

annuals, herbs and vegetables in pots 

with a liquid fertiliser. • Water spring 

bulbs for 40 minutes once a week. • 

Water the veggie garden once a week 

and protect frost-tender veggies with 

frost cloth. • Turn the compost and 

moisten if the heap is dry. • Put food 

and water out for the birds. • Service 

the lawnmower. 


Indoor plant of the month 

Who can resist the fragrance of lavender. Feeling a little 

blue? Just rub some lavender leaves through your fingers 

and inhale their perfume. Pot lavender ‘Blue Magic’ is one 

of the earliest lavenders to flower and it likes a warm room 

or patio that receives morning sunlight. Let the soil dry 

out slightly before watering and nip off the dead flowers 

to encourage more. At the end of its flowering period, cut 

back and plant in full sun in the garden or in an outdoor 

container. Lavender leaves and flowers have many uses. 

Add sprigs to cupboards to freshen them up or sip a cup 

of soothing lavender tea before going to bed or put a 

sprig or two under your pillow. Details: www.lvgplant.co.za 

Calibrachoa ‘Bumble Bee’ for its vibrant, dramatic flowers 

that bring spring just a little bit closer. This tough grower 

flowers under the lowest of light conditions, brightening 

end of winter gardens, containers and hanging baskets. It 

also thrives in the heat, making it a long-lasting garden or 

patio plant. Plants grow 15 to 30cm high and can spread 

up to 60cm. As its name implies, it attracts bees, as well as 

butterflies. Grow it in a position that receives plenty of sun. 

Water garden plants once a week and containers or hanging 

baskets more often. Feed once a month with a liquid fertiliser. 

Details: www.ballstraathof.co.za

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The Nellie 

Mount Nelson dates back to 1899 and is unequivocally the grande dame of Cape Town. 

From the Prince of Wales gate, up the palm-lined driveway, to the impressive porticoed 

entrance, it’s all old-school glamour and luxury. 

Images: Kate Argo, Sean Gibson, Inge Prins 

Glam and luxury. Yes. Posh. Absolutely. 

Pretentious. Not in the slightest. In 

fact, behind those pretty pale pink 

walls you’ll find the most charming, 

affable, family-friendly welcome. 

It’s a romantic destination for 

honeymooners, yes, but also with 

multi-generational travellers high on 

the guest list .... a hotel where local 

and international guests return again 

and again - little wonder, as they’re 

remembered and welcomed with joy, 

all their favourites on-hand without 

them having to ask. 

With it’s prime location, extraordinary 

gardens and views of Table Mountain, 

the iconic Mount Nelson - A Belmond 

Hotel - truly is one of the Mother City’s 

most loved destinations. First painted 

pink to celebrate the coming of 

peace in 1918 - which proved to be so 

popular it’s remained so for more than 

a century, then, and now, the glorious 

hotel is so much more than a place to 

stay ... it’s an experience. 

Bucket list one ... 

the much celebrated high tea 

First bucket list experience is the 

well-known and much celebrated 

Afternoon Tea. Chef Vicky Gurovich 

goes OTT with scrumptious 

savoury and sweet treats, while 

Tea Sommelier Craig Cupido talks 

you through the choice of more 

than five dozen loose-tea options 

- his favourite is the strawberry and 

vanilla tea - a fine match for scones 

and cream. Insider tip: ask for the 

clotted cream, which is only served 

by request. 

Equally - maybe even more - 

desirable is the breakfast - with the 

health station, the seafood station, 

the crepes and waffle station and 

juice and smoothie bar and a bread 

station the size of a small bakery! 

followed by a dozen or so hot dishes 

like eggs bennie and grilled kippers 

and brioche French toast. Insider tip: 

breakfasts are open for day visitors, 

not just residents, so pop in even if 

you’re not staying over. 

For sundowners, order a Rose and 

Rose - a heady mix of Cape Town 

Pink Lady Gin, Aperol and Mount 

Nelson rose, lemon and spiced 

raspberry purée with a touch of 

white chocolate - in the Planet Bar 

... the achingly cool yet timelessly 

classic bar with a fireplace for chilly 

nights and a terrace for steamy 

evenings. Or choose one of barman 

Jono Makonga’s favourites - the Four 

Noble Truths with Aqua Zulu Cachaça, 

(made in Durban in small batches in 

the traditional Brazilian style), mixed 

with pineapple and roasted coconut 

purée and lime. Just the one, though! 

Insiders tip: Make time to stroll through 

the mixology garden, where 95 per 

cent of the botanicals used in the 

signature cocktails are grown. 

The Lord Nelson Room is moody ... all 

wooden panelling on deep red walls, 

where a roaring fire keeps things 

cosy and guests play pool and chess 

or one of the many board games ... 

we can’t think of a more perfect spot 

to spend a chilly evening. Insider tip: 

The vibe’s smooth, old-time jazz ... 

and you’ll find the Jazz Greatest Hits 

playlist they love on Spotify. 

The moody Lord Nelson Room 

It’s a dog’s life at the Pink Lady. Check 

into one of the hotel’s five ground 

floor, pet-friendly rooms ... where 

they’re as spoilt as you are. Think 

personalised welcome cards and 

treats on arrival, plush velvet beds 

and chilled rooibos tea to cool them 

down. They can join you for tea, where 

there’s a dedicated pet menu, and are 

welcome in most areas of the hotel 

and gardens. Insider tip: The dress 

code is Chommies ... and you can buy 

limited-edition Chommies accessories 

for Rufus. And ... a percentage of the 


Passenger Posh Pooch! 

proceeds from the Mount Nelson 

Chommies collection goes to The 

Underdog Project, a registered Non- 

Profit and Public Benefit Organisation 

working with vulnerable children and 

dogs in Cape Town. 

Take a walking tour of the gardens. 

The style and layout can be traced 

back 170 years, when Hamilton Ross 

bought the estate by auction. His 

nephew, John, was a keen landscape 

gardener, and turned the farmland 

into a park with an orchard, vineyard, 

aviary ... with fountains and lion 

sculptures that are still in the gardens. 

The walking tour takes you past the 

driveway of palms - 80 of them were 

planted in honour of the royal visit 

of HRH Prince of Wales in 1925, and 

the Malay Banyan Fig and Australian 

Paperbark trees, European Oaks and 

the enormous Tree Aloes and so many 

more. A fascinating tour for gardeners. 

Insider gossip: When President Bill 

Clinton visited the Mount Nelson, his 

rather over-enthusiastic SWAT team 

asked for those palms to be cut down 

as a security measure. Obviously the 

hotel declined. 

For those wanting to explore outside 

the grounds, the Nellie is in walking 

distance of Kloof Street - all coolest 

cocktail bars and chic little cafes. 

But staying within the grounds is a 

pleasure with all that’s on offer. Daily, 

and complimentary, activities include 

events such as coffee and chocolate 

tastings, a bootcamp with a fitness 

coach who’ll put you through your 

paces, a history and architecture 

tour though the hotel and gardens, 

early morning yoga out on the lawn. 

Insider gossip: John Lennon stayed at 

the hotel under the pseudonym Mr 

Greenwood and surprised guests by 

meditating in the gardens. 

It’s opulent. Extravagant. Lavish. The 

attention to detail is extraordinary, 

from the welcome notes to the 

toiletry bags, monogrammed with 

your initials, given on departure. From 

the pillow menu with a choice of 

half a dozen or so options to the fact 

that staff remember exactly where 

returning visitors (and there are 

many) like their loungers placed next 

to the pool, and what cocktail they 

enjoy before dinner. Insider gossip: 

The staff are obviously tight-lipped 

about guests, but The Nellie has seen 

everyone from Winston Churchill, 

who was stationed there as young 

war correspondent, to Sir Arthur 

Conan Doyle, creator of Sherlock 

Holmes and a renowned spiritualist, 

who apparently outraged guests by 

holding seances in his hotel room, to 

the Dalai Lama, who addressed more 

than 500 visitors who sat cross-legged 

on the floor in the ballroom. 

If you’re visiting Cape Town but 

staying elsewhere, day visitors are 

welcome ... for breakfasts and teas, 

cocktails and dinners, a spa treatment 

or the popular Sunday At Oasis Jazz 

Brunch. Insider tip: Book for the Chef’s 

Table ... an intimate spot tucked 

away in the kitchen, where you can 

watch the chefs at work, enjoy their 

creations, and maybe pick up a cheffie 

tip or two while you’re there! 

Details: 76 Orange Street, Cape Town. belmond.com 


Safari style 

Tintswalo Waterberg ... a multi-generational lodge, where luxury meets family. 

A bite-sized, slow-cooked lamb-filled, 

short crust pastry tart shouldn’t be the 

first thing that comes to mind when 

recalling a safari trip. But add to it a 

glass of extraordinarily good red wine, 

a walkway of glowing lanterns, and 

a caracal casually strolling past the 

fire, and you have the start of a jolly 

memorable first impression. 

The lodge, in the Welgevonden 

Game Reserve, is intimate ... just five 

free-standing units accommodating 

up to 16 guests ... all romantic 

mosquito nets, en-suite bathrooms 

and outdoor showers, fireplaces for 

chilly evenings and air-conditioning 

and ceiling fans for steamy Summers. 

What’s more, it’s one of the relatively 

few lodges which welcome - heck, 

encourage - children of all ages, and 

which has a couple of three-bedroom 

units, making it an obvious choice for 

multi-generational family trips. 

The lodge is set up to be family and 

group friendly ... with a communal 

lounge, open living areas, an 

expansive deck with comfy loungers. 

Meals - really delicious wholesome, 

slow-cooked, served shared familystyle 

- are eaten outdoors on the 

deck, or around the fire in the 

boma, where you’re bound to be 

entertained by the staff, who put on 

fun impromptu dances. 

Young explorers are well catered 

for with a spacious playroom and a 

children’s programme of appropriate 

educational activities. 

With around 36 000 hectares of 

bushveld, criss-crossed with streams 

and waterways, Welgevonden is 

ranked up there amongst South 

Africa’s largest private game reserves. 

And the game viewing is plentiful. 

With an incredibly successful antirhino 

poaching unit, there are rhino 

at every corner ... and it would be 

unusual to not spot hippo, antelope, 

dazzle after dazzle after dazzle of 

zebra, lion and ellies on one of 

the two open vehicle game drives 

offered each day. With more than 300 

species, great birding, too. 

There are options to book a twohour 

bush walk with a ranger, 

and the newly introduced late 

night game drive where you can 

search for nocturnal animals like 

the elusive pangolin and leopard, 

as well as porcupines, aardvarks 

and owls ... as well as some truly 

spectacular stargazing. 

The Tintswalo group is known for 

the incredible attention to detail, 

and for ensuring every visitor is well 

catered for. So lovely, but no surprise, 

that the lodge offers a fully Kosher 

safari option, with Kosher catering 

prepared on site in the dedicated 

Beth Din certified Kosher kitchen, 

supervised by a licensed Mashgiach. 

This kosher option is tailor-made 

for small family groups or exclusive 

group lodge take-overs. 

From first impression (those tarts!) to 

last ... the ones at Tintswalo Waterberg 

are exceptional ... as a family, it’s a 

destination you won’t forget. 


We never tire 

of a romantic, 

lantern-lit 

safari boma 

dinner ... 

where the 

meals celebrate 

local and 

are served 

shared 

family-style. 


Sleeping out under the 

stars in the bush is the most 

incredibly exciting and romantic 

experience. And we can’t rave 

enough about the Tintswalo 

Waterberg’s Stargazing Sleepout 

Deck. You’ll be dropped 

off after dinner at this magical 

open-air deck for two ... with a 

luxurious king size bed draped 

in protective insect netting, lit 

by the warm glow of lanterns 

and the moon, it’s hidden in a 

secluded spot overlooking a 

waterhole, not scarily far from 

the lodge, and you can drift off 

listening to the sound of the 

nocturnal animals. And it’s within 

the electric fencing of the lodge, 

so perfectly safe. Bucket list stuff 

right here! 

Would you book a lodge because of the bathrooms? Probs not ... 

but these newly renovated, bush green and gold ones are simply 

spectacular! Sublime Africology products add to the luxurious feel. 

Many hours spent in the slipper bath! 

Lion? Yes. But it’s the rhino that 

impress ... thanks to the successful 

anti-poaching programme, there’s a 

crash on every corner. 

Stuff you need to know 

The area is malaria free, and the lodge does have WiFi. Rates are from R5920 per person sharing per night, which includes 

accommodation, full board, two safari activities per day, house drinks, well-stocked mini bar. It excludes premium branded 

alcohol, transfers, conservation fee, and daily reserve entry fee. Kosher kitchen is extra, as are the late night drives. The 

Stargazing Sleep-out Deck is comp for honeymooners, but for all other guests has an additional cost. Children of all ages 

welcome, those under 16 years must share with an adult. Children between 6 and 15 years are charged 50 per cent, no 

charge for younger. Only when exclusive use of the property is booked will children six years and younger be allowed on 

game drive. Details: www.tintswalo.com, Instagram @tintswalo_waterberg, Facebook @tintswalowaterberg 


Spoil 

July 

Cheers to Winter ... with a glass 

of Tamnavulin Scotch Whisky 

A sweet, mellow, smooth single malt. Rich, full-bodied, 

with a complex palate of sweet, fruity, and spicy notes 

... think rich toffee, dried fruits and hints of nutmeg. 

Tamnavulin Double Cask is the ideal drink for these 

cool Winter months ... perfect for sharing with friends 

around the fire. A small group of skilled craftsmen and 

women began creating this signature Speyside malt 

more than half a century ago in a rural village in 

Scotland. Matured in American oak barrels and finished 

in sherry casks, it’s glorious neat. Equally as 

desirable is the newly released Tamnavulin Sherry 

Cask Edition, matured in American White Oak Barrels 

and enhanced by a finesse in three different Sherry 

casks. You’ll find it at cutlerdrinks.co.za for R529.99 for 

the Double Cask, R549.99 for the Sherry Cask. 

We’re giving a reader one bottle of each ... such a 

brilliant Winter treat. For a chance to win, pop over to 

@getitptamagazine on Instagram or Facebook where 

you’ll find our Tamnavulin Spoil and follow the prompts. 

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