Author: Gugu Mhlungu

Binge drinking: when the party doesn’t stop

Parties throughout the year often come with excessive alcohol consumption done too quickly. This is called binge drinking, and it can have fatal consequences. By Siya Mahomba Time to party Ingrid Louw, CEO of the Association for Alcohol Responsibility and Education (aware.org), says many people do not watch their alcohol intake. This leads to binge-drinking. […]

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Slay bold hair colours like Nandi Madida

Hair colour can be tricky, but once you find the one that works for you, then you are good to go. Do you want to know the secret to looking as young and vibrant as you want to? It’s the right hair colour! Nandi Madida always finds funky hues to make her short hair edgy […]

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Creamy bacon pasta

You can’t go wrong with this easy to make creamy bacon pasta recipe by Ntwenhle Gcabashe. Picture by Dylan Swart Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Serves: 3 3 cups cooked linguine pasta 2 cups bacon, chopped 2 cups (500ml) cream 1 onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 tablespoons red curry paste Salt and […]

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Grilled pork chops

Try this delicious grilled pork chops recipe. And, it is also freezer friendly making it great for meal preparation it too! Prep time: 1 hour Cooking time: 30 minutes Serves: 3 6 pork chops 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 tablespoon dried mixed herbs ½ cup (125ml) pomegranate juice 1 tablespoon (15ml) oil Salt and pepper […]

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Keep your romance alive

Whether it’s a new relationship, long distance or marriage, keeping the romance alive can help things last longer and keep both of you satisfied. By Amanda Mtuli Pictures: XX The importance of romance in a relationship cannot be emphasized enough. When both partners remember to keep the spark burning, this translates into a lasting and […]

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The perfect meringue

Make the perfect meringue by following these easy steps by Ntwenhle Gcabashe Picture by Dylan Swart Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 2 hours Serves: 6 4 egg whites 1 cup castor sugar 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract Chocolate, for serving Mint leaves, for serving Crushed nuts, for serving Cocoa, for serving Preheat oven to 100C. With […]

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5 minutes with Pearl Monama

Generations: The Legacy actress Pearl Monama chats to Kwanele Mathebula about the dynamics of working in television and theatre. Picture: Hema Patel Drama helped me gain confidence. I was a shy child and only began coming out of my shell after joining the Sibikwa Arts Academy in Benoni when I was in grade eight. I […]

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Creamy coconut chicken stew

Enjoy this mouthwatering creamy coconut chicken stew by Ntwenhle Gcabashe Pictures Dylan Swart Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Serves: 2-3 2 cups coconut cream 8 chicken thighs, boneless and cooked 1 tablespoon (15ml) oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 cups (500ml) vegetable stock Salt and pepper handful parsley, finely chopped Grilled asparagus, […]

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SEE PICS: Our favourite looks from the Golden Globes red carpet

The 76th Golden Globe awards took place last night at the Beverly Hotel in California, officially opening awards season with some of the biggest names in entertainment. The Golden Globes red carpet was a showcase of some of the biggest names in fashion and these are the looks we loved: Regina King Halle Berry Lupita […]

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