Lifestyle

4 Trendy paint colours this season

Emerging paint trends are a wonderful starting point for those looking to change up their interiors. Following wider trends in decor, paint allows you to completely alter the feel of a room with a single colour, making your home more modern and current. Although there are many paint colour trends to look out for, these […]

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Brighten your home with these colourful houseplants

If you want to change up your autumn decor this season but aren’t sure how to add a pop of warm colour to your space, try these bright and cheerful houseplants. Begonia Begonias are ideal indoor plants that thrive in low-light conditions and feature stunning leaves and flowers. There are also many options to choose from, each featuring different […]

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Tips on how to pickle onions

Quickly and easily make your own pickled onions at home! They’re a must-have ingredient to keep in the fridge to add gourmet flavours to sandwiches, salads, and wraps. PREP TIME: 8 min | COOK TIME: 5 min INGREDIENTS 1.5 cups sliced red onion 1 clove garlic 3 tbsp white sugar 1.5 tbsp salt ½ tsp peppercorns 1 […]

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5 Local hot water springs you should visit this winter

Escape the winter chill and immerse yourself in the soothing warmth of South Africa’s best hot springs! These geothermal gems offer multiple benefits like soothing muscles, relieving certain skin conditions, and rejuvenating the mind. Whether you’re a seasoned hot spring enthusiast or this is your first rodeo, we’ll guide you through the best hot springs […]

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What to look for when buying a mattress

Sleep really is your most important tool in staying healthy and happy. As we celebrate World Sleep Day on 17 March 2023, we chatted to the Founder of Sloom – a producer of adjustable memory foam mattresses in South Africa. They’ve recently launched the biggest bed in SA – The Cape Town King – so we’d say […]

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Exciting things to do in winter

Due to its cold and rainy nature, winter is not many people’s favourite season. Those who can’t stand the cold usually complain of the morning chills when they have to leave the house for work or school. Winter can however be a beautiful time spent with family and friends in a warm and cosy setup, […]

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Surprising benefits of gardening

Not only is gardening a great way to get some exercise and fresh air, but it can also have a positive impact on your mental and emotional wellbeing. Gardening has always been a popular hobby, but did you know that it also has numerous surprising benefits? Here are just a few of the surprising benefits […]

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Tips for a healthier relationship with your phone

In today’s digital age, smartphones have become an integral part of our daily lives. They keep us connected with our friends and family, provide us with endless entertainment options, and even help us manage our day-to-day tasks. However, with constant notifications, social media, and the endless scroll of newsfeeds, it’s easy to fall into the […]

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5 Good reasons why you should clean your outdoor space

The inside of the home is often cleaned on a regular basis; however, what we often neglect is the outside area of the home which is often overlooked and only given attention to when used for entertaining. Bronwyn Ragavan, brand manager for Chemico states that “Outside areas need to be cleaned more often than we […]

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Freedom Day activities for the whole family

27 April marks a very monumental day for many South Africans and can be commemorated as a family in many possible ways. The reason for the celebration is to honour the anniversary of the nation’s first non-racial election of 1994, and pays homage to South Africa’s liberation from Apartheid rule, explains African Travel Canvas. The […]

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How to read more books this 2023

Often times, reading can seem like a little bit of a chore. It’s much easier to simply turn on the TV to watch some new Netflix original series or spend hours scrolling through TikTok. Whatever your reading goals are, here are some tips and tricks that will have you picking up a book instead of […]

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5 ways to know that you are being catfish

Catfishing is when someone sets up a fake online profile to trick people who are looking for love, usually to get money out of them. A catfish uses fake photos, and sometimes a false persona, to find friends or relationship. If you suspect you’re dealing with a catfish here are a few signs according to […]

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