Tag: Christmas

How to become the ultimate season party host

Throwing a party during the festive season is no small feat, but it’s also a wonderful way to bring friends and family together to celebrate the end of the year. With the right approach, you can host a gathering that feels joyful, seamless, and memorable for all. Here’s your step-by-step guide to hosting a festive […]

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Maintaining hygiene on the holiday dinner table

Summer in South Africa is synonymous with al fresco dining, sizzling braais, and long, lazy lunches under sunny skies. But let’s face it — nothing kills the vibe faster than an uninvited swarm of flies buzzing around your perfectly plated salads and juicy lamb chops. We’ve rounded up a mix of creative ways to keep […]

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Turn your home into a Christmas wonderland with these aromas

When the festive season rolls around, there’s something about the smell of Christmas that instantly turns a house into a home with festive cheer. The aroma of cinnamon, pine, citrus, and spice is as much a part of the season as twinkling lights and gift wrap. Instead of relying on synthetic sprays or candles, why […]

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Hosting a Christmas dinner? Here are tips to accommodate your family members

The joy of Christmas dinner lies in gathering loved ones around the table, but hosting can feel like a juggling act when your family’s needs and preferences vary. Whether it’s making space for kids, or honouring long-standing traditions, creating a welcoming environment takes thoughtful planning. This year, why not go the extra mile to ensure […]

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7 Non-material gifts for children

Christmas is around the corner, a day for family, fun and a time where your little one might expect plenty of gifts. When it comes to honouring the little people in our lives, why not choose a gift for them that’s not bought in a shop? In our highly materialistic world, this can be a […]

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Minimalist strategies to create a cosy Christmas environment

End-of-year burnout is a very real thing, and most of us are prepping to finally get some time off to spend with the family. But, more often than not, we end up stressing ourselves out even more making sure we plan the perfect Christmas and holiday period. Here’s how you can avoid all that by […]

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Celebrate family this month at the Christmas in July Family Festival

Rabbit Heart has announced the Christmas in July Family Festival, a two-and-a-half-hour interactive experience for the whole family, to take place on Saturday, 27 July at Gardens CBD in Cape Town. Known for their unique and creative events, Rabbit Heart is ready to ‘bring the magic of Christmas to life’ in the middle of the […]

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5 Ways to enjoy Christmas if you are not going home

While everyone is excited to be going home for the holiday to spend Christmas with their families and friends’ others are not even looking forward to Christmas as they will not be going home. This is due to not closing at work while for others it is because of financial problems. If you are one […]

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Big Zulu gets his kids Carvelas for Christmas

In Mzanzi, many families have made a tradition of giving their kids a chance to wear new clothes as a way to celebrate Christmas. After all, the festive day is all about families and friends getting together to celebrate and make new memories. While many parents are going up and down trying to find the […]

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Lynn Forbes proud to have made it to December

Every mother longs to have her entire family around the Christmas table this time of the year. While the festive season is often associated with family, joy and the exchanging of gifts – this year will be different for the Forbes family who lost their son Kiernan (popularly known by his stage name, AKA) in […]

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