• After much popular demand, London’s most Instagram-worthy café opened its doors at Mall of Africa, Johannesburg on 24 August 2023. The famous café and lifestyle chain from the UK is internationally known for its innovative menu offering, unique interiors, and specialty coffee.  With 32 stores already dotted around the globe in locations such as Milan, Paris, and Dubai, among others, the first branch is finally opening its doors in South Africa at the newly developed Mall of Africa.  The design of the store features a bespoke tree of light chandelier with over 500 LED bulbs, painting a glow over the…

    Self-taught cake artist and award-winning cake master Tshepiso Nyakane, also known as @theegiftedhands on Instagram, shares her business journey and how it all started by saying ‘yes’ (even if it isn’t true!). It wasn’t until Nyakane was on maternity leave with her second daughter that she bought her first cake pan and baked a “proper cake”. Until then, she was only baking scones, biscuits, and the like, she shares. “I posted the cake on my WhatsApp profile when a lady friend asked me if I sold cakes and I said ‘yes’ (which wasn’t true). She asked for a pricelist and…

    The new gardening season is nearly upon us. Are you prepared for a garden filled with beautifully blooming plants? Here are some useful tips to help you make the most of your garden this summer: Prune for Summer Blooms The period from the end of winter to early spring is the ideal time to prune summer-blooming flowering shrubs. Pruning during this time stimulates plant growth, leading to healthier flowers and fruits. It’s a chance to remove diseased and dead wood, as well as weak shoots damaged by winter frost. For shrubs that flower from late winter to early spring, prune…

    As one of Cape Town’s oldest thoroughfares, Bree Street holds a special place in the city’s rich history and culture. Today, it remains abuzz with locals seeking good food and urban adventures. This bustling avenue provides Capetonians with the perfect setting to unwind and socialise. Offering a diverse selection of restaurants, lively bars, boutiques, and nightclubs, this street caters to all tastes and desires. Check out our list of Bree Street restaurants: 1. Hacienda Coastal Mexican Hacienda on Bree Street brings the vibrant flavours of Baja California to Cape Town. Hacienda’s menu caters to everyone, offering a variety of options…