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Big moments get bigger if you share them.

The new Cayenne Models.

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The new Cayenne V6: Combined fuel consumption: 9.0 l/100 km; Power: 250 kW (340 hp); Torque: 450 Nm; 0-100 km/h: 5.9 seconds; Priced from R1 131 000 including a 3 year/100,000 km Driveplan Cayenne E3_440x297.qxp_Layout 1 2018/03/13 4:21 PM Page 1

Big moments get bigger if you share them.

The new Cayenne Models.

The new Cayenne V6: Combined fuel consumption: 9.0 l/100 km; Power: 250 kW (340 hp); Torque: 450 Nm; 0-100 km/h: 5.9 seconds; Priced from R1 131 000 including a 3 year/100,000 km Driveplan Bentley_New CGT_440x297.qxp_Layout 1 2018/03/13 4:22 PM Page 3

The new Continental GT. BENTLEY JOHANNESBURG Be Extraordinary. Power: 467 kW (626 bhp); Torque: 900 Nm; 0-100 km/h: 3.7 seconds; Combined fuel consumption: 12.2 l/100 km; CO2 Emissions: 278 g/km. Designed to take your breath away. Visit johannesburg.BentleyMotors.com or contact +27 10 020 4000. Priced from R3 395 000 with a 3 year/100,000 km Driveplan

Contents

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Features

22 Sculpting Masterpieces

28 Tiny Room, Big Ideas

32 Rest and Relaxation at Inzolo

36 Redefining Lifestyle Retirement at Port Zimbali

38 Seven Deadly Sins 42 Break a Sweat in Your Own Home 5028 44 A Sophisticated Secret

48 An Old Fashioned for the New Age

52 Protect Your Money From Social-Media Scams

54 Lardiere Fine Foods Creates Luxury Snacks

58 Become a Citizen of the World

60 The Soul of Africa

66 Lady of Luxury

68 A Dashing Dining Experience

72 More Than Just a Bean

76 Cities Get Smart

80 The Jewel of the Oetker Collection Seraph II, charcoal drawing on archival cotton rag, 59 cm x 84 cm, 2015. 84 The Pinnacle Skyscraper Refer to the article on page 22.

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86 How Tannie Nola could save the Bulls

88 Hook, Line and Sinker

92 Being Stella McCartney

94 Home-Grown Style

Regulars

12 Message From The Editor 14 Must Get 38 16 Must Do

18 Must Go

20 Editor’s Choice

96 Must Read

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www.aquilasafari.com Aquilasafari AquilaSafaris RESERVATIONS: +27 (0)21 430 7260 | [email protected] Message From The Editor CEO Wilhelm Loots | [email protected] Deidre Loots PUBLISHER Bernard L Hellberg | [email protected] “Thus the first ultraintelligent EDITOR-IN-CHIEF machine is the last invention Deidre Loots | [email protected] MANAGING EDITOR that man need ever make, Charlotte Rogers provided that the machine FEATURES EDITOR is docile enough to tell us Julie Graham how to keep it under control.” DESIGN & LAYOUT Ian Africa | [email protected] – I.J. Good, “Speculations MEDIA TRAFFIC Concerning the First Chelsey Stain | [email protected] Ultraintelligent Machine”, ADVERTISING SALES National Sales Manager (Business Development) Advances in Computers, Chantal Barton | [email protected] vol. 6, 1965. National Sales Manager (Regional & SADC) Bryan Kayavhu | [email protected] ACCOUNTS Okkie Meintjies | [email protected] CONTRIBUTORS TO THIS ISSUE Julie Graham, Monique Vanderlinden, Marguerite Roux, Lazuli Lifestyle & Retirement Estate, Wilhelm Loots, Miles Harrop, Charlotte Rogers, Paula Whittaker, Kovelin Naidoo, Loren Phillips, part from the ever-present On the positive side, the advent of artificial Kayla Cloete, Olive Johnson, Rosie Evans, political chatter, nowadays, much general intelligence will solve all scientific Gary Muir, Gaye de Villiers, Michael Vlismas, of my daily newsfeed is filled problems, including a cure for every disease Gabriella Brondai Rego, Christo Valentyn with articles related to climate that afflicts the human race. Realistically, PRINTING change, sustainable energy, solar though, it would be impossible to control a self- Business Print Centre, Pretoria arrays, massive battery storage improving, self-replicating artificial being that Aunits, electric vehicles and artificial intelligence (AI). will be orders of magnitude more intelligent There can be no doubt that we are now entering than us mere mortals. Evolution is replete the energy revolution, which holds vast benefits with examples that show small advances in for the human race. On the other hand there is intelligence to be the biggest differentiator in TCB MEDIA the threat of AI, which, according to Elon Musk and terms of both the survival and dominance of a Cape Town: +27 21 945 3309 the late Stephen Hawking, is a very real threat to species. We have no example of an exponential Pretoria: +27 12 425 5800 [email protected] human existence. leap in intelligence and knowledge, and www.tcbmedia.co.za We already experience, on a daily basis, what therefore we’re approaching the singularity THE SLOW LOUNGE Musk calls “narrow” AI. We trust our lives in cars blindfolded. To this extent it may be wise to Lehlohonolo Matabane – Marketing Manager SLOW fitted with all manner of passive safety features heed the warnings of Musk, Hawking, and many [email protected] like adaptive cruise control, electronic stability others, even if there is very little that you and I OR Tambo International Airport (International) Tel: +27 10 207 2866 control and collision avoidance. We travel vast can do to stop the singularity from happening OR Tambo International Airport (Domestic) distances in planes fitted with autopilot, and in as predicted in the next twenty to thirty years. Tel: +27 11 971 8228/8327 the U.S. one out of three marriages is the result Now let me get back to exercising my weary Cape Town International Airport (Domestic) of something that started as an online search. limbs as both my Apple Watch and Fitbit are Tel: +27 21 936 9025 King Shaka International Airport (Domestic) Artificial general intelligence, though, is a going crazy. Tel: +27 32 436 7036 different beast. More than fifty years ago, the Enjoy the read SLOW in the City: mathematician, I.J. Good, already speculated Tel: +27 (0)84 777 SLOW (7569) that artificial general intelligence might bring SLOW magazine is published monthly by TCB Media. Opinions about an intelligence explosion with the expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of TCB advent of super-intelligent machines that can Media, or any of the subsidiaries of the aforementioned companies, re-write their own software to become even their strategic partners or their clients. Information has been included in good faith by the publisher and is believed to be correct more advanced. Today we are much closer at the time of going to print. No responsibility can be accepted for to what computer scientists refer to as the errors and omissions. No material (articles or photographs) in this singularity: the point at which the invention of publication may be reproduced, in whole or in part, without specific written permission from the Editor. artificial super-intelligence will abruptly trigger Submissions of articles and photographs for publication are exponential technological advances, resulting welcomed, but the publisher, while exercising all reasonable care, in unfathomable changes to human civilization. cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage. Please ensure Imagine a future where every computer, that all material is sent by email to [email protected]. smart device and robot has an IQ thousands Copyright © 2018. All copyright for material appearing in this magazine belongs to TCB Media, and/or the individual of times higher than even the most intelligent contributors. All rights reserved. human being, and can access all the knowledge ever created in the world in a fraction of a second, thus giving it super memory on top of its super intelligence. [email protected]

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For Everyday Style Luxury leather brand Missibaba is excited to announce the launch of their new permanent collection, Basic. The Basic collection offers Missibaba fans a selection of beautiful handmade leather products. Although Missibaba has kept the construction simple in its new line, the brand has not compromised on the quality of the leather bags – or the energy, love, and time that is invested into every distinctive piece. The Missibaba Basic collection can be purchased at Missibaba stores on Bree Street and at the Watershed in Cape Town, as well as at the Cape Town Neighbourgoods Market. Email [email protected] for more information. WIN One lucky SLOW reader will win a Missibaba Floral Basic Tote in Chester Tan to the value of R1,650. To enter, SMS the word SLOW followed by the word MISSIBABA and your NAME to 35131. SMSes charged at R1.50. Free and bundled SMSes do not apply. Competition closes 30 April 2018. Terms and conditions apply.

A Snap Above the Rest If you are a professional and looking for a light-weight solution to the DSLR-style camera systems, then the Sony Alpha A9 Mirrorless combined with the 24-70mm f2.8 Underfoot Elegance GM Lens is a set-up well worth considering. Shooting Renowned architect and long-standing out an impressive 24.2MP Full-Frame Exmor RS collaborator with The Rug Company, David Stacked CMOS Sensor, you are guaranteed Rockwell, has added three new designs to amazing imagery whether shooting in low his collection of contemporary rugs. The or even outdoor light. Also, count on never new designs – Moonlight Tidal, Lola, and missing that special moment, as the Sony Misty – where inspired by nature. Every A9 now shoots at 20 frames per second, one of the rugs from The Rug Company and pushes out 4k video recording too. is handmade by Nepalese weavers using Last but not least, the camera with its ancient techniques passed down through 3.0” 1.44 m dot tilting touchscreen many generations. Using the silk fibre LCD, has now also made sharing from bamboo plants, the weavers made a photos and videos much chunkier knot which ensures a luxurious simpler, as the Sony has a built- feel. Visit The Rug Company’s showroom in in Wi-Fi/Bluetooth function too. Cape Town to see the distinctive designs for The Sony Alpha A9 definitely fits yourself. For more information, visit the saying that “dynamite comes www.therugcompany.com. in small packages”.

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Must Do

Little Venice in Muizenberg Casa Labia in Muizenberg near Cape Town was once the residence of Count and Countess Natale Labia, who lived there in the early 1920s. The architectural tribute to 18th century Venice is now home to Chef Monché Muller’s delicious culinary creations in the 80-seater restaurant on the estate, Cucina Labia. Italian flare graces the plates of the à la carte menu, which includes pistachio-pepper braaied tuna and wild mushroom arancini. Mains include stuffed turkey roulade, the famous Italian meatball burger, and nero pasta sheets with confit butternut and smoked feta, to name a few options. With choices such as deconstructed tiramisu and granadilla champagne mousse, dessert should certainly not be skipped. Every Saturday and Sunday between 13h00 and 16h00, talented pianist Jean-Paul Grimaldi-Lasserre graces the restaurant with his diverse musical repertoire. For more information, visit www.casalabia.co.za.

A Festival of Gin Calling all gin lovers! Fitch and Leedes are throwing their celebration to the classic G&T again this year, and it’s bigger and better than ever. Head to Chris Saunders Park in the heart of Umhlanga on 2 June 2018 for a day of good food and great gin. In fact, the biggest selection of gin that Umhlanga has ever seen. A team of mixologists will Adventure, Food and Culture in Soweto be in attendance to whip up the tastiest gin The Soweto Food and Drinks Festival on 28 April 2018 invites patrons to explore this and tonic you’ve ever had with diverse and historic suburb while filling their stomachs with the best culinary delights in the area. delicious flavour combinations. Pair that with The festival will showcase the top ten best places to eat and drink, endorsed by the food from the local artisanal food stalls and locals and loved by visitors. Patrons can look forward to beer gardens, food stalls, you’ve got yourself a stunning afternoon a wine and whiskey lounge, live music, and local community radio station JOZI FM in the sunshine. For more information, visit who will be in attendance to broadcast the event live. For more information, please their website www.gandtfest.com. call +27 86 678 0347

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Must Go

A Healing Oasis In the chaos of today’s fast-paced lifestyle, few of us make the time to take care of our overall wellbeing. The Healing Hub at Lourensford Estate in Somerset West is the convenient and affordable way to change that. The Healing Hub is your one-stop-shop for wellbeing, with an onsite Spiral Aloe spa, Life Retreat wellness shop, and yoga studio, it is exactly what the name suggests – a space in which to be relaxed and revived. After a day of restoration, enjoy a cup of coffee at the adjacent Coffee Roastery, grab a bite at the renowned Millhouse Kitchen, or browse through the art at the Art Curator Gallery. For more information, visit www.lourensford.co.za.

New Italian Flavour for Sandton Internationally-acclaimed Chef David Higgs and local entrepreneur, Gary Kyriacou, will introduce new Italian flavour to Sandton with Saint “Pazzo Italiano”. “Saint will be a great space for Sandton’s trendy, up-and-coming business crowd, and will serve dishes for people on the move – quick to prepare, but tasty and good to look at,” Kyriacou says. The menu – designed around the concept of “Pazzo Italiano” which means “Mad Italian” – will New Peech-y Additions offer authentic pizza and pasta, but also The Peech Boutique Hotel, situated in the buzzing suburb of Melrose in Johannesburg, a range of dishes cooked on woks and an will almost double its guest capacity in 2018 with the addition of 14 stunning new rooms. open fire. Higgs and Kyriacou found their The hotel is also adding a second restaurant and wine bar, The Peech Brasserie, which inspiration for Saint’s concept during their will serve a variety of fresh, seasonal dishes. The Peech, which was originally a family visit to New York in early 2016. The duo home built in the 1950s before being discovered and developed into a boutique hotel by believes that the concept is well-suited owner James Peech, currently has just 16 bedrooms spread across an acre of beautiful for the Sandton market – a fast-moving gardens. The new developments at The Peech, which is Fair Trade Tourism certified, hub with a huge amount of energy flowing will be in keeping with the green ethos that has been an integral part of the hotel since through it. Saint will open in August 2018. its inception. It will be business as usual at The Peech, and the new additions will be Buon appetito! completed before Christmas this year. For more information, visit www.thepeech.co.za.

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The Italian Gin Dream Continues The new Malfy Gin Originale is distilled using a recipe that pays homage to the originators of gin, Italian monks, who first distilled juniper spirits at their monasteries along the Amalfi Coast as far back as 1050 AD. Malfy Gin Originale is made using local Italian botanicals blended with pure water originating in the Italian Alps from the Monviso Mountain – the highest altitude spring water source in Italy – ensuring a classic flavour profile and essential Italian character. It has a crisp, clean, classic gin taste with an Italian twist. Herbal notes and juniper are skilfully balanced by other botanicals, of which light citrus zest is a signature touch of Malfy Gin recipe. WIN One lucky SLOW reader will win a bottle of Malfy Gin Originale to the value of R380. To enter, SMS the word SLOW followed by the word MALFY and your NAME to 35131. SMSes charged at R1.50. Free and bundled SMSes do not apply. Competition closes 30 April 2018. Terms and conditions apply.

Celebrate With Zari Sparkling Grape Zari Sparkling Grape, which has made its mark as the perfect non-alcoholic beverage to add glamour and sparkle to any celebration, this year launches an equally aspirational lifestyle screwtop variant. Also sporting newly designed packaging and sexy branded delivery vehicles, Zari, as a non-alcoholic beverage is on par with the finest South African wines, and adds sparkle Brewed With Bread and Purpose to every special occasion. The Cape Muscat The dynamic team at Toast Ale are brewing up a solution to food waste by using seedless grape varietals from which Zari surplus bread to brew a low carb beer. Toast Ale contains only 150 calories, which Noble Ruby Red and Royale Gold White is impressive when considering that a typical glass of wine or beer contains 220 are made ensure a product that adds a calories. The bread has already gone through a baking process and includes its own sense of occasion for tasting and toasting. yeast, so the sugars break down a lot faster, resulting in a lower carb beer. The beer When served chilled in fine glassware and has citrus and caramel notes with a biscuit undertone. Toast Ale is committed to garnished with mint, lemon, or berries, or as empowering underprivileged South Africans by creating jobs and opportunities. part of creative mocktails served with tapas, They fund a year-long training programme taught by non-profit organisation Soil Zari is perfect for the growing trend of for Life. Communities learn how to grow and maintain their own food gardens, which alcohol-free or limited-alcohol preference. creates a sustainable and long-term way to feed their families. For more information, For more information, visit www.zari.co.za. visit www.toastale.com.

SLOW 22 Add Some Metallic Beauty Lokai’s new metallic collection features their signature silicone with a trendy metallic finish. When you purchase one of these statement pieces, Lokai will donate 10% of the net profit to the cause of your choice. Once you receive your Lokai, visit lokai. com/mycause to enter the unique code found on your tag. Then choose your charity, and Lokai will donate $1 on your behalf. Choose from iridescent shades of gold, silver, gunmetal, or rose gold, and pair your new Lokai with any outfit this Summer to add the perfect pop of delicate sparkle. Infusing its trademark bracelets with natural elements from the highest and lowest point of Earth – water from Mount Everest and mud from the Dead Sea – the Lokai lifestyle is dedicated to finding balance, sharing success during life’s peaks, and gaining perspective during lows. To buy your Lokai bracelet, please For Well-Dressed Feet This visit www.lokai.com. Winter Falke, specialists in high-quality hosiery and socks, has launched its Autumn/Winter range, which features stylish products of elegant design. The theme throughout the Autumn/Winter range is “Labour of Love”, which resonates with the Falke ethos that every stitch counts and every product is engineered with heart. The indoor women’s collection features hints of florals and embellishments, with yarns like Lurex contributing to the luxurious feel. The Autumn colours of the outdoor women’s collection is reminiscent of the countryside. Elegance and minimalism were the main inspirations behind the men’s indoor collection, in which both the leisure and smart-casual men’s socks feature more masculine influences. The AW range is available from the online shop at Protecting the Owls and Saving the World www.falke.co.za. The plight of the owls is one that doesn’t often get the spotlight, when it really should. The Owl Rescue Centre are acutely aware of the dangers facing our wild owls, but this WIN time they’re casting their net a little wider and taking on plastic pollution. They were One lucky SLOW reader will win a Falke shocked to discover that only 2 % of plastic waste in South Africa is recycled, and they hamper to the value of R2,000. To enter, want to change that. From now on, their Owl Houses, Bat Houses and Bee Hives will SMS the word SLOW followed by the word all be made from recycled plastic. You can lend a hand and collect plastic for the Owl FALKE and your NAME to 35131. SMSes charged at R1.50. Free and bundled SMSes Rescue Centre, or make a donation to this worthy cause by visiting their website at do not apply. Competition closes 30 April www.owlrescuecentre.org.za. 2018. Terms and conditions apply.

The magazine for extremely busy people 23 Adriaan Diedericks’ modern and contemporary take on sculpture means he is one of the most exciting artists in SA today.

Adamastor, bronze on stainless steel, 171 x 105 x 50 cm, 2015.

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The magazine for extremely busy people 25 Adriaan sculpting Contemplation, 2017

cclaimed South African childhood. I loved the tactile processes of instinctive methodology greatly influenced sculptor Adriaan Diedericks exploring different materials, and using them my own development as an artist. is a young, dynamic and to create something new. As a child I also did SLOW: Can you take us through the exceptionally talented artist plenty of sketching and tracing. sculpting process from the creative who has made a name for I originally enrolled to study graphic design inception to the final product? himself in the local and in 2008, but soon discovered that I preferred AD: My methodology is very instinctive, Ainternational art world. At just 27 years the process of physical expression more and doesn’t always follow the same pattern. old, Diedericks’ work is included in private [as opposed to digital], and switched over Sometimes I’ll get an idea and I will just start collections across the globe, and it has been to fine art. Theories of symbolism and putting clay together. Other times, I might recognised by some of the art world’s most power become central constructs that I still start with a concept sketch, and then build prestigious names. His work is nothing short engage with through my art. I was drawn an armature. I’ll continue working within of extraordinary and now, equipped with his to the classical sculptures of Michelangelo the clay until I find a form I enjoy or that very own foundry, Diedericks is more inspired and Rodin, but there was no sculpting resonates with me. From there I will refine than ever. I recently caught up with him to chat department at Stellenbosch University the form into something more specific, or more about his work as an artist: so I had to find ways of teaching myself, leave it undefined. SLOW: What impact did your life growing and to seek opportunities to learn from Sometimes I use rotten wood from up in the small town of Piketberg play in the contemporary South African sculptors. forests, as I’m attracted to the texture, but development of your creativity? SLOW: After graduating in 2012, you also the metaphor it represents that I think Adriaan Diedericks (AD): Growing up went on to do an apprenticeship under everyone can relate to – water seeps into in Piketberg, I recall vividly images of red renowned South African artist Lionel the centre of the wood, so the rot begins sands, clear blue skies, pine trees, vineyards, Smit. What did you take from the year you from the inside out. mountains, and wheat fields as far the eye worked with him and how does he influence Once I have completed a sculpture, the can see. As a child, everything seems bigger, your work as an artist today? process of casting the sculpture in bronze and the vast landscape had a surreal, almost AD: In contrast to the theoretical is started. We use the lost wax method, a dreamlike quality that fuelled my imagination, curriculum at university, my apprenticeship process which dates from ancient times. almost like a Tim Burton movie. From Dunn’s under Lionel Smit was very hands-on – Briefly, the process involves creation of castle where I lived up until the age of six, the an approach I loved. I learned all of the a rubber mould from the original clay view of the surrounding landscape started to processes of creating a sculpture from sculpture, then a hollow wax copy of the build my visual frame of reference. It was also a concept to finish. My “day job” was from sculpture from the rubber mould. humbling experience, seeing the vastness of eight to five, but Lionel gave me a small Thereafter a ceramic mould is created the expansive landscape. space in his studio where I could work on directly onto the wax copy. After the ceramic SLOW: What was your first encounter with my own projects in the evenings. He also mould has hardened, the wax is burned out, art and how did you come to develop this critiqued my work every day, and taught and then molten bronze is poured into the unique style? me to develop a critical eye of my own ceramic mould at 1 200 °C. Finally, when the AD: The inclination to create was there work, for which I’m forever grateful. Lionel’s bronze has cooled, the ceramic mould is from the beginning, from my earliest masterful use of texture and colour, and his broken off to reveal the cast bronze sculpture.

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Contemplation, bronze on granite, 108 x 80 x 80 cm, 2017

The casted bronze is then assembled SLOW: You are now based in Strand in SLOW: What does the rest of 2018 have through welding, textures are then blended the Western Cape where you have built in store for you? through a process known as fettling. The your very own bronze foundry and studio. AD: My seventh solo exhibition will be last step involves patination of the bronze – a Can you tell us about the decision to do in October 2018 at 99 Loop Gallery, Cape chemical process to change the colour of the this and how it has helped to facilitate your Town. Creatively, I will be creating more surface – and then mounting of the sculpture development as a serious artist? abstract pieces, and merging them into to an appropriate base. The process, which I AD: During my time working under Lionel classical forms. I’m playing with contrasts oversee personally, takes roughly six to eight Smit I came into contact with commercial of texture and brightness, classical and weeks [from start to finish], and a team of foundries, and was fascinated by the contemporary at the moment. skilled artisans at every stage. processes involved. The fires from the SLOW: Is there anything else you would SLOW: The body and form play a big furnace, the water and steam used in cooling, like to add? part in your work as a sculptor. The work is the sand and dust . . . everything so elemental, AD: I would like to mention and thank intricate, commanding and powerful in its it just resonated with me. I was inspired to the charities we work with on an annual depiction of masculinity. Can you tell us a bit make the foundry a reality when I noticed basis, who are doing great upliftment work more about this? that there was a decline in the quality I was in South Africa to bring about change, Art AD: In art, the body has always been receiving from commercial foundries when Angels (Click Foundation) and MAD (Making used as a vessel for communication. In my presenting them with my own work to cast. I a Difference Leadership Foundation), and work, the body is used to convey a certain wanted to have more control over the quality I urge readers to support these or other amount of authority, and also something of my work. I realised that having my own causes that are similarly worthy. I would with potential for various options: sit or stand foundry would give me a place to experiment also like to thank my team, my family, my (sometimes at the same time), a flowing and to play at my own expense, something I gallery partners and my clients who enable object always in flux. My exploration of the couldn’t do at the commercial foundries. me to live my passion. male form started with my own identity, and I have been fortunate enough to sell For more information, please visit has evolved into a narrative of concepts of sculptures and have used the revenue to www.adriaandiedericks.com. To view power in society. Wood is another source of reinvest in myself. This has provided the some of his works in person, visit: 99 Loop form and material I often use in my work – it opportunity to build up an internal support gallery (Cape Town), www.99loop.co.za, tel: represents great potential to be shaped, system where my art assists the foundry, and +27 21 422 3766 or Art in the Yard Gallery and it is intricately linked with our history. the foundry, my art. (Franschhoek), www.artintheyard.co.za, tel: I use these symbols to build a mythology My team is definitely the backbone of the +27 21 876 4280. of my own, while examining my thoughts foundry. Without their skills and hard work, about broader constructs, and hopefully the foundry would not be a reality. However, I stimulating discussion or debate – as one of believe the deeper you are in the ocean, the Text: Julie Graham the goals of art should be. faster you learn to swim. Images © Adriaan Diedericks Studios (Pty) Ltd.

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Tiny Room, Big Ideas

SLOW 30 Small spaces and few ideas? Take a peek at these innovative ways to make any smaller space feel modern and much, much bigger.

The magazine for extremely busy people 31 iving in a tiny space has both pros of bright colour to add some fun to your seem smaller, but rather gives a certain flair and cons. Generally this would functional, yet stylish tiny room. to the room’s design. indicate that you live within close Furniture on Fleek Built-in Closets proximity to, or even in, the city In a smaller bedroom, it is important to In smaller bedrooms, built-in closets centre, in the midst of the exciting choose the right furniture pieces to offer give the illusion of taking up less space, and hustle and bustle. The rent of maximum functionality in a smaller space. may instantly solve your clutter problem. Lsmaller properties is often less than that of Choose more compact bedside tables, such Customise your wardrobe design with bigger ones; it may be easier to clean; and the as pull-out nesting tables, or opt for a dresser drawers, hanging space and shelves – this is a apartment or home may have a certain “cosy with added storage space to maximise your stylish addition to your room that will give it a charm”. But it can feel claustrophobic, so it ability to organise and manage the space. minimalist look. helps if you know how to decorate the space Multifunctional furniture is best, so go for Do do Décor you have. items that will add storage and style. For the most part, people tend to Not everyone can live in an enormous or Most tiny living spaces tend to be box- automatically think “minimalism” when even moderately spacious home due to rapid shaped, so use your furniture to add some they think of tiny rooms. However, décor urbanisation. Cities across the world are now curves. Libby Langdon, a consultant on done right can mean that your room can housing more than the number of people TV show Small Space, Big Style, suggests still have all the items you want and need, they were designed to, with Cape Town being that curved furniture will keep things from whether you are going for a simple and cosy a prime example – the Mother City’s urban looking monotonous. look, or a dramatically decorated room with population nearly doubled in the past 20 years. Design with Depth bold colours and eye-catching items. Play When decorating tiny spaces, people One way to create depth is with a mirror around with the idea of floating shelves, often think that all the focus should be on – or even a few, depending on exactly how designer wallpaper, plants, purpose- functionality rather than design. But though much wall space you have. A mirror not only built headboards, nesting tables, mirrors, your apartment may be short on space, that reflects the space, but also adds a certain colourful carpets, patterns, and multi- does not mean it has to be short on style. You aesthetic to your bedroom’s style. Hanging functional, space-saving furniture. need to find the right balance between the several smaller mirrors in a group can add lots two to create an environment that you are of visual interest, while using one large mirror comfortable living in. It helps to focus on filling will instantly create the illusion of space. your space with items that fit your needs while Storage Solutions reflecting your personal style. Another handy tip when you’re especially Decorating a Tiny Bedroom short on floor space is to invest in dual- A bedroom is one of the most important purpose items and furniture. Rather than rooms in a home. This is where you go to trying to work your space around furniture, rest, and the décor should make you feel focus on buying pieces that will work with you. peaceful and calm. A tiny bedroom can feel Bedrooms are the perfect rooms in which to claustrophobic, but with a little strategy and have multi-purpose furniture. style, a small bedroom can very easily be You may consider a bed that can be turned turned into a restful retreat. Here’s how: into a couch, or a bed with handy storage Peaceful Palette space units built in. Another option is to It is important to keep things light when acquire hollow ottomans that can be used choosing colours. Rich, darker colours have for both seating and storage – they are often a tendency to make spaces appear smaller, priced very affordably. while light shades open spaces up, giving the You may also want to think upwards instead impression of natural light. of outwards. Tall, narrow storage systems are Therefore, keep it simple and focus on your best bet when trying to get the most using three dominant colours. Choose storage out of the least amount of space. two light, bright shades that decorate the Focus is Key majority of the space. Then add in one Making the bed a focal point in the slightly darker accent colour to ensure the middle of the room will also allow for more space is still visually appealing. usage of the walls. Also, don’t be afraid to However, there are always exceptions to acquire a large bed frame or headboard. Text: Monique Vanderlinden every rules. Don’t not be afraid of a few pops This does not necessarily make the space Image © iStockphoto.com

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The newest addition to the Franschhoek scene is a restaurant truly designed for Franschhoek. Both in concept and in name, the aptly named Le coin Français, the French derivative of Franschhoek, embodies the essence of the valley in heritage, cuisine, art, and wine. Featuring cutting edge methods that meet time-tested French elegance in cuisine, Le coin Français offers two structures of fine dining tasting menus for dinner – both with excellent pairing options – as well as an a la carte menu for lunch which enables people that are less adventurous (in mind and in pocket) to experience the same caliber and sophistication of cuisine in a more casual and approachable setting. Bookings are essential, and can be made online at www.lecoinfrancais.co.za

C: 074 126 0022 | E: [email protected] | A: 17 Huguenot Rd, Franschhoek, 7690 Rest and Relaxation at Inzolo

SLOW 34 Nestled amongst the bushveld is Inzolo Game Lodge – a lodge so isolated that it sits right in the heart of the savannah.

The magazine for extremely busy people 35 pon opening the Inzolo takes the experience to a new height. The available to relax and take things slow. Options Game Lodge website, you drives are made more intriguing and exciting include playing board games in the main are greeted with a wondrous with his exceptional knowledge of the area, and lodge area, sipping a cooling drink by the pool panoramic image of a small his terrific tracking skills. Our first game drive overlooking the natural wonders of the reserve, hilltop lodge resting among the will be in my memories forever. Dave carefully taking a nap in your air-conditioned room, verdant green vegetation and tracked a pride of lions and all of a sudden, or enjoying the views on the chair from your Uexposed rock formations, with the sun setting there they were, at rest and playing as a family. private patio. The lodge is a place of warmth over the Eastern Cape landscape. Then, you But it wasn’t actually the lions that I was the where we could make ourselves right at home. scroll on to view the interior of the lodge, the most excited about seeing. A short while later, Inzolo Game Lodge – which offers a luxurious rooms, followed by phrases such as a hyena appeared in front of us, hoping the lions comfortably curated experience – is no “a setting like no other” and “surround yourself wouldn’t see it. ordinary lodge, but an exclusive paradise that in serenity”. After seeing a brown hyena for the very feels like home. Websites sometimes oversell what first time, my evening was made. Once we To see what’s in store (and more) at Inzolo actually exists, be it by complex language or got back from the game drive, we were met Lodge, visit www.inzololodge.co.za. perhaps even manipulated photographs. I’ve yet again with a drink, this time one with a experienced this unpleasant phenomenon kick – the truly South African Springbokkie. first hand and it’s extremely underwhelming, to And, as all eight of us sat down for dinner, the Text: Marguerite Roux say the least. excellence continued, this time in the form of Images © Ryan Abbott | TCB Media However, when we arrived at Inzolo Lodge, the cuisine. and after being welcomed by two of the lovely Going to game lodges is a big part of my hostesses with a refreshing drink, we walked life, as is experiencing some of the top- into the fabulously decorated main lodge quality dining establishments in and around that boasted a deck overlooking a watering Cape Town, where I live. I can honestly say hole. That very same watering hole is a that the food served at Inzolo Lodge made particular favourite of the local elephant herd. I us feel as if they had imported their chef from immediately knew that Inzolo Lodge was in fact a Michelin-starred restaurant. not one of these over-hyped places. And with This is a destination not only for nature every hour spent there I was more persuaded lovers and wildlife explorers, but also for the that no website could ever do this gem in the foodies out there. With fresh ingredients forest true justice. sourced from the organic farm on the Private, intimate, intriguing, majestic, premises, and unusual meats such as Eland, welcoming, and beautiful are all adjectives Springbok, and Bontebok, the cuisine can be that I could use to describe the lodge with its summed up as comfort food served in fine- lovely staff and accommodation. One thing is dining style, an explosion of flavours working for sure, Inzolo Game Lodge makes you feel at together like a finely-tuned orchestra. home and at peace. I can never decide which is my favourite: The exclusivity is such a treat. At any given the evening game drives where one gets to time, there are only eight guests at the lodge, experience a magical sunset, or the early BRITISH AIRWAYS ROUTE INFO and the Manager, Christina, welcomes every morning game drives, where the cold breeze British Airways (operated by Comair) guest and sees to it that all of their needs are is as refreshing as the touch of the sun services the following local and regional destinations: Johannesburg, Durban, met with a smile. The resident Ranger and warming up your face. However, I’m not much Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Windhoek, storyteller extraordinaire, Dave, is a veritable of a morning person so waking up at 5 am is Livingstone, Victoria Falls, Harare and inexhaustible font of facts and local fairy tales. always difficult, especially when I’ve been Mauritius. Globally, British Airways flies to Game drives are always the main reason sleeping in a luxuriously comfortable bed. almost 1,000 destinations in 150 countries behind visiting a game reserve, and guests At Inzolo, there really is no reason to skip the with its partner airlines. To book your flight, always expect them to be wondrous, but Dave morning game drives, as the rest of the day is please call +27 11 921 0222.

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Redefining Lifestyle Retirement at Port Zimbali

worldwide trend has seen In close proximity to King Shaka set out on sites ranging from 600m2-1200m2. the baby boomer generation International Airport, the vibrant Umhlanga Clients will have the opportunity to either become a significant Village and Gateway Theatre of Shopping, acquire a vacant site to develop themselves residential market. South as well as the Big Five game reserves to the within an architectural framework, or can elect Africa specifically has seen north, the location truly is amazing. to choose from the developer’s bespoke enormous growth in this In this pet-friendly estate, residents can housing packages as a full turnkey solution. Asegment, with people in their early 50’s and enjoy dedicated walking trails, conservation This phase is set out in the newly whose children have left home heading from and wetland areas – all with in the safety of a rehabilitated fig and quinine tree forest which conventional residential neighbourhoods to 24/7 secure perimeter. The private residents’ embodies the principles of regeneration. The secure retirement estates. clubhouse, due to commence with Phase flora and fauna offerings will be enhanced In general, the market has only recently One, will be the perfect setting in which to by strengthening the plant communities realised the demand for active living with relax and unwind. The business centre will be into identifiable biomes such as coastal facilities that suit both young and old equipped with all expected amenities. Active forests, reed beds and lily ponds, in order to retirees, and as a result the current demand residents can take advantage of the private encourage biodiversity. Botanical quality is outstrips supply. gym with its steam room and sauna, plus elevated through species diversity as well as With this in mind, Glenn Hesse and the a heated outdoor pool. In addition to this, formal gardens. Cenprop Dev team have conceptualised Lazuli will offer a boutique wellness facility for Lazuli is poised to set the benchmark and created a retirement opportunity that residents’ convenience. in premium lifestyle and retirement living, effectively ticks all the boxes for this market: a Phase One of Lazuli includes 23 spacious and the first homeowners are moving in superb location; contemporary homes; and an two-bed, two-bath, as well as three-bed, this month. unsurpassed lifestyle. Enter: Lazuli Lifestyle & three-bath residences, made up of luxurious For more information on this Retirement Estate. open-plan garden villas and free-standing unique opportunity, please visit The North Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, and hilltop villas, all ranging in size from 174 m2 www.luzuliestate.co.za. A dedicated onsite more specifically Port Zimbali, has been to 314 m2. These contemporary-styled sales team is equipped for daily showings and identified as a true gem on our eastern villas offer direct garage access and boast Estate tours. Contact +27 87 195 1153 or coastline. It really does present a unique way luxurious finishes throughout. A distinctive email [email protected]. of life, especially for those approaching or in blend of modern design and traditional the midst of their retirement years. With its living is reflected in the generous scale of pleasant climate, top golf courses, beautiful Lazuli’s architecture. Superior interiors are beaches, upmarket shopping centres, and flawlessly finished and attention to detail is nearby amenities, it really does have it all. evident throughout. Neighbouring the Zimbali Coastal Resort, Homes in Phase One are priced from Lazuli Lifestyle & Retirement Estate owners R2 995 000 to R5 995 000. will enjoy panoramic vistas of the ocean, The development team behind Lazuli wetlands, indigenous forest, the Zimbali golf are highly enthusiastic and confident in the course and magnificent north-facing inland imminent release of Phase Two, comprising views. Residents at Lazuli will enjoy the perfect of 17 free-standing, bespoke homes. This balance between privacy and community. The soon-to-be-released product signifies a estate’s design allows is such that it combines much-anticipated need for discerning clients Text & Images © Lazuli Lifestyle & contemporary living with traditional values. seeking privacy and space, and homes are Retirement Estate

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The magazine for extremely busy people 39 Seven Deadly Sins

n Chinese philosophy, the yin yang duality describes how seemingly opposite states may actually be complementary, and therefore interconnected, like light and darkness, sickness and health, life and death, virtue and sin. Using the same Iconcept, the famous Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, Carl Gustav Jung, identified the shadow self as complementary to the conscious self. The process of individuation, of becoming whole, therefore requires an individual to become aware of their shadow side as a first step towards wholeness. Mercedes-AMG has taken this philosophical concept to a new level – specifically as a therapeutic intervention to integrate virtue and sin – with the introduction of the Mercedes-AMG E63 S 4Matic+. Following is a cursory overview of the “seven deadly sins” as embodied by the AMG E63 S as the necessary first step towards awareness of the shadow to lead to eventual wholeness. LUST Lust, or luxuria in Latin, is intense longing, often associated with intense sexual desire, which leads to all sorts of pleasure that is somehow frowned upon by society. Arthur Schopenhauer, the 19th century German philosopher, had a more pragmatic view: “Lust is the ultimate goal of almost all human endeavour, exerts an adverse influence on the most important affairs, interrupts the most serious business, sometimes for a while confuses even the greatest minds, does not hesitate with its trumpery to disrupt the negotiations of statesmen and the research of scholars, has the knack

SLOW 40 The magazine for extremely busy people 41 of slipping its love-letters and ringlets GLUTTONY which is fully variable and thus ensures even into ministerial portfolios and Gluttony, if somewhat self-explanatory, is optimum traction right up to the physical philosophical manuscripts.” the overindulgence of anything to the point limit. The transition from rear-wheel to Combining striking design, superfluous of waste, or, in the case of the AMG E63 S, all-wheel drive and back again is seamless, power and perfectly controlled driving “too much horsepower is nearly enough”. because intelligent control is integrated performance, the Mercedes-AMG E63 S The AMG 4.0-litre twin-turbo V-8 boasts an into the vehicle system architecture as a catapults itself to the top of the list of objects incredible output of 450 kW and 850 Nm of whole. Thanks to this fully variable torque of desire – or lust. torque that is available over a broad engine distribution system, you can even “drift” From the power bulges on the engine speed range of 2,500 to 4,500 rpm and so this two tonne machine, or pretend you’re bonnet to the flared wheel arches, and provides a feeling of effortless superiority with Lewis Hamilton and pop some donuts in a the recessed, grid-less front air inlets to even the slightest input on the accelerator. A deserted parking lot. Yes, this car is greedy the muscular rear end, the expressive sprint from zero to 100 km/h is absolved in 3.4 like that. exterior design is all about sinuous edges seconds, and this dynamic acceleration only Greed also compels the AMG E63 S to and defined muscles. Standing still ends at the governed top speed of 250 km/h, feature a 9-speed sports transmission that this car exudes a sense of exceptional or 300 km/h with the AMG Driver’s package. enables extremely short shift times and power and supreme confidence, the two This eight-cylinder beast of an engine thrills fast multiple downshifts, and the double- psychological triggers for lust. with its exceptionally powerful delivery and clutching function, which, combined with ENVY robust acceleration in all engine speed ranges, the sports exhaust system, makes for a Envy, like lust, is characterised by an and the way in which it hauls in the miles, and highly emotive and sometime ear-piercing insatiable desire. While the exterior of the other cars, is nothing less than overindulgence gear shifting experience, especially on the AMG E63 S titillates the senses, the interior to the point of waste. Add to this its total overrun. As they say, too much sound is enchants with its handcrafted character so disregard for fuel economy when driven in nearly enough. typical of AMG. Sport seats in Nappa leather. anger, and you have the personification of Due to the fact that one drive mode is not Performance steering wheel, also in Nappa gluttony. And we love it. enough, the AMG E63 S offers no less than leather, with a flattened bottom section GREED five drive modes: Comfort, Individual, Sport, and 12 o’clock marking and contrasting Greed, also known as “avarice”, like lust and Sport Plus, and RACE – the last one being for topstitching. Widescreen cockpit with dual gluttony, is a sin of desire, or compulsion to dynamic driving on closed race circuits only. 12.3” displays and a race timer for recording have it all. Yeah right … lap times. Electroplated shift paddles. The AMG E63 S has all a petrolhead could Independently of the various drive modes, Trapezium-grain aluminium trim elements. possibly want and more. Starting with its you also have the option of pressing the “M” Seat belts in crystal grey. The list goes on as innovative AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all- button to switch directly to manual mode, and the interior melds sporty intent and opulent wheel drive system, this newly engineered, you can select the suspension settings. display into a purposeful cabin worthy of intelligent system ensures torque For the perfect launch there is the nothing but envy. distribution on the front and rear axles, Racestart function that has been simplified

SLOW 42 considerably. In the Sport, Sport Plus, and and stock market information and route lies not in anger, but in controlled aggression. RACE drive modes, all you have to do is recommendations, to suggestions and And nothing accentuates this more than the press the brake pedal forcefully with your reservations for sporting and cultural sonorous tone that emanates from the of the left foot and simultaneously fully depress activities. Navigation data is transmitted AMG sports exhaust system as it resonates the accelerator pedal with your right foot, straight to the vehicle. Customers can call throughout the cabin and puts every innocent and when you’re ready to launch, just let go up the Concierge Service using the iCall bystander on notice. The acoustic track of the brake pedal for the car to accelerate switch in the vehicle or from anywhere via the of this beast sounds a testimony to the from rest with optimal traction. Mercedes me app. V8 twin-turbo engine’s intent to deliver on Greed may well be a good thing after all… To add to the sense of “without care”, every promise ever made, and an unwavering SLOTH Mercedes-AMG has developed the new suspension on the ready to control every Sloth can be defined as absence of interest Mercedes me connect AMG Track Pace app wave of power that breaks across its bow. The or disinclination to exertion. From Latin it to analyse and improve your track driving style sensation of power, torque, and noise is one can also be translated as “without care”, and to share your experience with other AMG of sweet revenge on any pretender, on any which pretty much describes the Intelligent drivers via Facebook, Vimeo, YouTube, or the road, under any condition. After all, the AMG Drive functions and options that make the AMG Private Lounge. This app for Apple iPhone E63 S is the quickest internal combustion Mercedes-Benz E-Class the most intelligent is connected to the on-board race app in the engine sedan in the world. executive saloon available. The car includes head unit via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. The COMAND PRIDE semi-automated driving with the Drive Pilot, Online infotainment system transmits all Pride, or superbia in Latin, is considered which is particularly helpful during disagreeable vehicle data – including speed, gear, steering the original and most serious of the seven routine tasks such as driving in heavy traffic. angle, time, position, and temperature – to deadly sins, a perversion that turns humans In addition to the standard Mercedes me the app in real time. You can even connect into self-perceived deities. When it comes connect functions such as eCall, accident the smartphone app with a GoPro camera to cars, deification is everything but a recovery, breakdown assistance, and to obtain an interactive video of your racing perversion, and the AMG E63 S stands proud after-sales service. Remote Online also exploits, along with all the related data. as a beacon of what can only be described as offers numerous convenience features via And you thought your video game-playing “superbia”. This is a car that carries itself with smartphone, including tracking to locate your teenager was a sloth… pride, and bestows upon its owner a sense of parked vehicle, control of the stationary heater, WRATH pride in both achievement and enjoyment. locking and unlocking the vehicle, as well as the Wrath can be defined as uncontrolled All hail the might and pride of the Mercedes- retrieval of various items of information, such feelings of anger and rage, often accompanied AMG E63 S with its masterful take on the as mileage, fuel level, and range. with the wish to seek vengeance. Now, if seven deadly sins. New from Mercedes me connect is the you’ve ever driven an AMG in anger, you will Concierge Service. This includes personal understand that anger has nothing to do Text: Wilhelm Loots service extending beyond the vehicle. with it, as much as control has everything to Images © Ryan Abbott | TCB Media The spectrum ranges from weather do with it. The wrath of the AMG therefore & Mercedes Benz South Africa

The magazine for extremely busy people 43 Break a Sweat in Your Own Home

aking the tough decision as “strength” equipment. While all exercise brands, like Freeform and Tunturi, usually to give up your man (or is good, high-intensity weight-training make sure that parts and servicing are woman) cave for a brand- workouts aren’t really suited for burning fat – available in every country they supply to, new home gym can be a they are designed to increase muscle mass. which is a life-saver when something breaks. traumatising one. Gone As everyone knows, CrossFit has taken You can also look at including some are the play stations and over the world, and people are increasingly reasonably-priced items that prove effective Mendless hours in front of the TV – and in their using racks and kettle bells as well as when working out, like a physio ball, Pilates stead stand a shiny new treadmill and a set of traditional equipment. Be warned that these ring, rope, a foam roller, and a yoga mat. incredibly heavy-looking dumbbells. But how kinds of workouts may not be suitable for These items can be used for safe and exactly do you choose what goes into your everyone, and CrossFit-style lifting at home effective circuit-training in your home gym. home gym? Do you start by deciding which without a personal trainer’s supervision is If you fill your home gym with a mixture of areas of your body you want to work on? Are not recommended. cardio machines, free weights, and strength- there special machines for age groups or How high-quality should my home-gym training apparatus, you’re looking at a total fitness levels? equipment be? spend of between R40,000 and R85,000. We know it can be a little intimidating, It’s not really a question of quality, but more Miles Harrop is a certified personal trainer, and the good news is that all will become a question of frequency. Commercial gyms and fitness and business consultant with clear when you ask yourself the following have industrial machines that can withstand Fitness Network – South Africa’s leading few questions: near constant use, and obviously the cost fitness equipment supplier. You can contact What are my fitness goals? of those machines reflects that. For a home him for a free Skype consultation on Start by identifying what you want to gym, it’s unlikely that you’d need this level of [email protected] or give him achieve in your home gym. It’s tempting to machine. The bigger your budget, the more a call on +27 86 111 4086. To see the buy yourself a spinning bike and be done with use you can get out of your home gym. The full Fitness Network range, please visit it, but is it really the machine that will yield the lowest level of use is about two hours per day, www.fitnessnetwork.co.za. most results? Probably not. If you’re looking which is probably the most suited for a home to firm, tone, or build muscle, then you need gym. The next level up is light commercial to be looking at strength-training machines. equipment, which can take about four to five That doesn’t mean you should your nose hours of use per day. up at cardiovascular machines – in fact, they What weight rating do I need? are key to building a healthy fitness level, Usually, most good-quality home gym gaining stamina, and burning off excess fat. machines are rated for users up to around Cardiovascular machines, which are great for 130 kg. If you weigh more, then you may need getting your heart-rate up, include treadmills, to spend more on a light commercial machine. spinning bikes, normal exercise bikes, and How much should my budget be? elliptical trainers. Like most things in life, quality doesn’t Power racks, multi-gyms, dumbbells, and come cheap. You’ll want to pay attention barbells are all great for building muscle, to where equipment was made, and the Text: Miles Harrop toning, and firming as they are categorised warranty that comes with it. International Image © Fitness Network

SLOW 44 The magazine for extremely busy people 45 A Sophisticated Secret

t isn’t often that I’m surprised. I always have an intuition or a feeling that usually puts me on a pretty trustworthy path. When I first heard about The Light House Boutique Suites, I sensed something really special. And once I arrived my initial feeling was Iproven correct – and then some. The stark white American colonial-style house shines like a beacon on the lush Paarl hillside. The driveway is lined with immaculately preened bushes and trees, and sprinkled with soft-hued flowers – it feels like another world. The duck-egg blue shutters add an air of European charm, as do the rose bushes full of pure white blooms. Once inside, we are greeted by décor that I can only describe as faultless, everything looking perfect in the location it had been placed. Vases of bright, fresh flowers top almost every surface, a variety of Persian rugs lie luxuriously over gleaming hardwood floors, and soft lighting glows from the multiple gilded chandeliers that light the way towards the formal lounge and dining room. Soft and subtle decorative elements come together flawlessly in every room, not to mention the heavenly scent of fresh flowers. It is clear from the outset that The Light House Boutique Suites specialises in luxury. Every element is of the highest quality – from the calibre of the books that grace the shiny coffee table, to the exotic fabric chosen for the cushion covers. A mixture of classic and modern art adorns the walls, all of which is sourced from talented local artists.

SLOW 46 The magazine for extremely busy people 47 Mika, the charming welcoming committee, been wine tasting all day, stumble you will. won’t want to leave your little piece of took our bags out of our hands, replaced The charming management team at The paradise behind. them with a glass of bubbles, and carried the Light House will move mountains to make Join The Light House Boutique Suites and luggage up to our lavish suite. We stayed in the sure your plans go off without a hitch. They Wilderer Gin for a weekend of G&Tea. On Mayfair Suite, which boasts a king-sized bed, really do go the extra mile – we were given selected few Saturdays, weekend guests garden views, an opulent bathroom, and a a special tour of a local wine farm’s cellar at The Light House can look forward to a seating area. The colour palette is beige, grey, because the management team gave special gin experience. This includes a live and muted metallic, resulting in a calming them a call and arranged everything. distillation demonstration, a selection of gin effect as soon as we walked in. The room is Back at The Light House, Afternoon Tea cocktails and a lovely afternoon tea spread. also fitted with all the modern amenities is served every day at 15h00 in the formal The afternoon is then finished off with a light one would expect from a suite like this: a parlour. The table is decorated with floral dinner at The Light House. You can enjoy coffee and tea station, a safe, plenty of china, and the sparkling wine is served these gin-tastic treats on the following cupboard space, a television with a selection in chilled glasses. We toasted to such a weekends – 18 to 20 May, 10 to 12 August and of satellite channels, and a mini-bar. My beautiful setting and tucked into cucumber 21 to 23 September 2018. favourite morning ritual at The Light House sandwiches, freshly baked scones, lemon For more information, please visit Boutique Suites was to make myself a lovely cheesecake, chocolate cake, and walnut www.thelighthouse.co.za. cup of tea and sit on the balcony, staring at slices. We were treated to an endless supply the mountains. It was a spectacular start to of tea, and for the life of me, I can’t think of a my mornings. better way to spend an afternoon. Text: Charlotte Rogers They say that breakfast is the most That evening, by our request, The Light Images © The Light House Boutique Suites important meal of the day, and I must say House was kind enough to prepare a that I agree wholeheartedly. If you don’t delicious dinner. Freshly-caught fish and start your day with something delicious, aged beef fillet were both on the menu, isn’t a bad mood totally understandable? accompanied by roasted vegetables and The breakfast spread starts with creamy flavoursome sauces. With the fillet, there yoghurt, muesli, and locally sourced honey. was a choice of four sauces: mint, cranberry, You can also choose from a variety of coffee gravy, or plum. The fish, which was kingklip, and tea, and a selection of juices. Guests was served with a light white wine and garlic are presented with a platter of fresh and sauce which added a delightful element to an locally-sourced fruit, which is packed with already scrumptious meal. flavour. After that, guests can choose The best weekends away are spent in a between a full English breakfast, a cheese state of total relaxation, and you’d be hard BRITISH AIRWAYS ROUTE INFO board, a charcuterie platter, a selection of pressed to find a more tranquil setting. British Airways (operated by Comair) baked goods, or the breakfast special that Guests can elect to laze by the pool, relax services the following local and regional destinations: Johannesburg, Durban, changes each morning. in their rooms, have a drink in the lounge, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Windhoek, An afternoon spent in Paarl is an or sit in the library with a book on their lap. Livingstone, Victoria Falls, Harare and afternoon well spent. The area is home Do yourself a favour and experience true Mauritius. Globally, British Airways flies to to an abundance of wine farms, boutique rest and recuperation at The Light House almost 1,000 destinations in 150 countries restaurants, and hidden gems just waiting Boutique Suites in Paarl. You certainly Text:with Charlotte its partner Rogers airlines. To book your flight, for you to stumble across – and if you’ve won’t be disappointed and, like me, you Images ©please The Light call +27 House 11 921 Boutique 0222. Suites

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SLOW 50 An Old Fashioned for the New Age

The magazine for extremely busy people 51 herever there’s a bar he holds the responsibility of maintaining the To make this cocktail, in an Old Fashioned with a cocktail menu, award-winning taste of the Woodford Reserve glass add water and smoked sugar and mix, expect delight and awe Family of Brands, which is no small task! then add the Woodford Reserve Double when one of these Morris knows his whiskey – he is the third Oaked and stir. Add bitters and stir, before colourful, extravagant generation of his family to have worked with adding ice and a twist. drinks is served to an Brown-Forman since 1976. He began as Woodford Reserve Double Oaked is an excited patron. a trainee in the central lab, working for the innovative approach to twice-barrelled Wth Where the 19 century saw the inception Master Distiller, and has climbed the ladder bourbon, creating a rich and colourful of cocktails and cocktail hours, the all the way to the top. In 1988, he transitioned flavour. It is uniquely matured in separate, 21st century has seen many mixologists to Glenmore Distilleries Company, and joined charred oak barrels, and the second barrel is bring their own personal and creative flare to United Distillers in 1991 where he became deeply toasted before a light charring. This cocktails, with new ingredients like rooibos, the lead innovator for their bourbon portfolio. extracts additional flavours of soft, sweet buchu, and even smoke finding their way into In 1997, Morris returned to Brown-Forman oak character. our glasses. and was chosen to begin training as Brown- The annual Woodford Bourbon Trail However fun and delicious modern cocktail Forman Master Distiller, a position he has campaign searches for the best Old- creations may be, there are classic mixes since held for 14 years. Fashioned cocktail at the finest bars in that are classics for a reason and will never Morris explains that it was his family history Johannesburg and Cape Town. 2017 saw the go out of fashion. One of the most famous that prompted him to make whiskey his The Twankey Bar take the title in Cape Town of the classics is the Old Fashioned – arguably career. “My father inspired me to work in the and Sin & Tax in Johannesburg. the original cocktail. The renowned blend is bourbon industry through his passion for it, When cocktail hour comes around, and composed of spirits of any kind (although its people, and by his dedication to Brown- an Old Fashioned is appealing to the senses, usually bourbon), sugar, water, and bitters, and Forman, where he began working in 1946.” reach for Woodford Reserve to make a glass is an essential in every bartender’s repertoire. Morris’ days range from whiskey-sampling, of cocktail excellence. The recipe was said to have been and consumer and trade correspondence, For more information on Woodford invented by a bartender at the Pendennis to hosting key customers at the distillery, Reserve, visit www.woodfordreserve.com Club, a gentlemen’s club founded in 1881 in training, production planning, and, most and follow them on Instagram at Louisville, Kentucky. The cocktail was created importantly, quality control. Of all this, Morris @woodfordreserve. in honour of Colonel James E. Pepper, a says that the biggest challenge he faces prominent bourbon distiller, who then took when it comes to whiskey crafting is, “Time. the recipe to the internationally acclaimed Crafting high-quality bourbon like Woodford Text: Paula Whittaker Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City. Reserve takes time, and creating whiskey Image © Woodford Reserve Woodford Reserve, born of the innovation takes even more time.” unprecedented growth of the bourbon Morris has garnered many awards over the industry, is a premium, small-batch years, including United Distillers Managing craft bourbon which its Master Distillers Directors Award 1995, Keepers of the Quaich have quickly developed into a highly 1999, Brown-Forman Founders Award 2014, acclaimed brand. Order of the Writ 2015, Whiskey Hall of Fame Its awards bear testament to the care 2016, Worshipful Company of Distillers 2016, that goes into each bottle. Woodford and the Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame 2017 Reserve has won some of the most – all of it a testament to Morris being a leading prestigious awards in the world of spirits, figure behind the growing global renaissance including a gold medal at the 2014 Whiskies of Kentucky Bourbon. of the World Awards. 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SLOW 54 The magazine for extremely busy people 55 Lardiere Fine Foods Creates Luxury Snacks

SLOW 56 Lardiere Fine Foods has branched into the latest international culinary trend – Room Treats – which sees Chef Junelle Germishuizen create delicious miniature masterpieces.

The magazine for extremely busy people 57 ardiere Fine Foods supplies materials available to chefs in any kitchen. Lattice Snaps, Saffron Marshmallows, and upmarket boutique hotels Lardiere Room Treats were born from the Rose and Cardamom Nougat. with artisanal, bespoke philosophy that the best food is made from Chef Junelle lists South African olive oil as turndown treats designed the best ingredients, and Chef Junelle is one her favourite products. Besides being to complement the culinary uncompromising in her standards. Some of the best quality in the world, it is also local and style of the hotel’s resident the most popular room treats include the buying local produce supports the domestic chef.L Using only the finest, high-quality Strawberry and Hazelnut Nougat, Truffle economy. Some of Chef Junelle’s other ingredients, Chef Junelle Germishuizen, Potato Crisps, and the Dulcey Biscuits favourite ingredients include: the pioneer chef and mastermind behind – these are made using the only blond • Butter – she believes you can never have Lardiere Fine Foods, maintains a watchful chocolate in the world. too much butter. eye over every hand at work in her fine food Lardiere Fine Foods operates from a • Pistachio nuts, because spending time studio. This attention to detail ensures newly built, state-of-the-art factory named removing the shell yields such a delicious that every product is hand-crafted with The Fine Food Studio. Here, all the products green-skinned reward. care in order to satisfy the most discerning from the Lardiere Room Treat range are • Coconut, which she says she could of palates. carefully created and freshly hand-packed literally bathe in – coconut chocolate, Chef Junelle has been working for into biodegradable corn flour wrappers. coconut milk, coconut everything! 26 years, most of it spent in the catering Each product is sealed using a unique • Almonds, because ground almonds industry. She looks back fondly at her time nitrogen-blasting process to remove any make the best cake base. spent working with Ben Filmalter of Mugg traces of oxygen and has a shelf-life of eight • Strawberries are sexy and full of flavour, & Bean and remembers Judy Filmalter’s to 10 weeks. especially when dried and eaten as a snack.

“My whole life has been a search for better quality, different styles and new food trends. Getting people to taste out of the box is an ongoing reward for me. I truly eat and sleep food. It is my passion and my obsession.”

baked goods as some of the best recipes Sustainability and health are priorities Lardiere Fine Foods, found at some of the she has ever tasted. Chef Junelle prides on the menu. Lardiere Room Treats are most exclusive travel destinations that South herself on constant innovation and pushing preservative-free and served fresh in Africa has to offer, caters to the international the envelope on taste sensations. She has biodegradable packaging as part of the guest and the discerning traveller. Chef spent a number of years working tirelessly business’s eco-aware philosophy and Junelle places an emphasis on the finest on creating a luxury brand which seeks to approach to fine foods. The bespoke quality ingredients and focuses attention on deliver the freshest, most mouth-watering business offers an exceptional range the luxury dining experience, making these tastes to people’s palates. of flavours, and even caters for specific Room Treats complement the table of any In recent years, Chef Junelle has identified dietary requirements. award-winning chef. a need in the luxury market for bespoke, Chef Junelle is always on the lookout for new You can follow Lardiere Fine Foods on artisanal room treats, and this aspect of food trends and taste sensations which she Instagram @lardierefoods, or you can visit her business has taken off. Lardiere Fine sources and incorporates into the Lardiere www.lardierefinefoods.com. Foods now supplies some of the most product range. She ceaselessly educates luxurious boutique hotels in the country herself and trains her staff at The Fine Food – such as The Silo Hotel, Marataba Safari Studio on new techniques of preparation. Lodge and Delaire Graff Estate, to name a Chef Junelle constantly explores few. Global travellers are routinely exposed traditional wheat-flour alternatives. She is to luxury, hand-crafted turndown treats and interested in ground pulses and grains that increasingly expect this service, just as they do not contain wheat in an effort to pack would expect complimentary shampoo flavour, not to mention nutritional value, and conditioner. into her tasty turndown treats. Some of Lardiere Fine Foods started as an her new ideas are Buckwheat and Chickpea online retailer of fine ingredients with the Sablés, Turmeric and Fennel Seed Crackers, Text: Loren Phillips purpose of making the best-in-class raw Mandarin Orange Tea Cookies, Ginger Image © Lardiere Fine Foods

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ny South African knows discussing the possible effects of Brexit a scheme that will one day result in dual the struggle of planning a on her ability to continue living in Spain, she citizenship – especially when that new passport holiday – and no, we aren’t casually mentioned her grandmother’s Irish is more powerful than your original one. talking about choosing a heritage. Her companion responded that Ancestral visas are also a viable option if hotel. The constant visa- she was eligible for an Irish passport, and so your family can prove their heritage in another grapple that people all over WhereCanI.Live was born. country. There are various processes and Athe world face is becoming more and more WhereCanI.Live was inspired by an idea of procedures that you would have to go through prevalent, and with Brexit, Europeans aren’t free movement, of being able to live where to secure an ancestral visa, but all the admin immune to this fight. When planning a trip, you want while jumping through as few will be worth it once you can settle somewhere attaining a visa can sometimes feel like an hoops as possible, and avoiding the dreaded new and enjoy the benefits of travelling uphill struggle. visa process. on a passport that gives greater access. Even though the power of the South The online portal has up-to-date, relevant WhereCanI.Live can also help with this. In their African passport has once again been information that lets anyone from any country detailed survey, they ask you if your family has downgraded on the Henley Passport Index – enter their particulars and see which countries any heritage different to the country for which to 53rd position – it isn’t all doom and gloom. they are eligible to live in, and what it will take to you currently hold a passport, and they give We are still third on the African continent and gain access. Many people don’t know this, but you all the information you need. our passport still gives us visa-free access to the Portuguese Golden Visa Program allows Allowing yourself and your family greater 102 countries. nationals of any country the ability to buy a freedom of movement seems like a worthy Nigel Barnes, Managing Partner of Henley property in Portugal (nothing under €350,000) prize for a small amount of admin, and in and Partners South Africa, explains that and attain a permanent residency visa. From the long run, your family will thank you for the South African passport does not give there, you have access to all 26 Schengen your effort. To think, this time next year you its national visa-free access to any of the European countries, visa-free. After six years could be on your way to a luxurious holiday major global economies: India, China, the of residency in Portugal, you can apply for full destination, and you didn’t even need to apply European Union, or the United States. “For citizenship. “Residency” may not mean what for a visa. South Africans who travel frequently to the you think it does – in fact, you only need to For more info, visit www.wherecani.live. UK, the US, and the EU, this situation is very spend a few weeks in Portugal per year for six restrictive,” Barnes says. years to qualify for a passport. A similar process Alison Johnson, founder of WhereCanI. is available in Paraguay and for only $5,000 Live, was born and raised in South Africa you can get a residency permit for the South and encountered visa issues when American country. travelling. Johnson was living in Spain and In a world where politics are constantly Text: Charlotte Rogers one (presumably sunny) afternoon, when changing, it seems sensible to invest in Image © WhereCanI.Live

SLOW 60 The magazine for extremely busy people 61 Exploring the Land of Open Spaces is a must-do for anyone’s travel bucket-list; from the Skeleton Coast to the Kalahari Desert and everything in-between.

SLOW 62 The Soul of Africa

The magazine for extremely busy people 63 A city is not gauged by its length and width, but by the height of its dreams.

Herb Caen

amibia, distinguished by the After a comfortable two-hour flight the menu. It’s the perfect spot to relax and vast Namib Desert running from Cape Town, I landed at Hosea Kutako unwind after a day on the road. along its Atlantic Ocean International Airport in Windhoek, where I met After a great night’s rest, and one of the coastline, is otherwise my travel buddies for the next few days, picked finest buffet breakfast spreads I have ever known as “the land of open up our rental car and hit the road. First stop: had, we headed out for an action-packed spaces”, and is characterised the coastal city of Swakopmund, at the edge day of fun, starting in the nearby port town Nby breath-taking scenery and immense of the Namib Desert. of Walvis Bay. We met our guides from Solar Meetings, events and conferences, contrasts. Roaring oceans meet parched The road from Windhoek to Swakopmund Switch Booking & Safaris aboard a luxurious deserts, mountainous landscapes meet stretches for just under 400 km and is a pleasant catamaran and were soon out on the water. now open to non-members on a rolling sand dunes, and the swirling mists off drive through dramatic landscapes dotted There was a chill in the air, the mist was thick reservation-only basis. the coast mitigate the baking African sun with small, friendly towns. In Swakopmund and an eerie ambience engulfed the harbour that shines all year round. This enchanting we were greeted by picturesque colonial- as we made our way out into the deep. Before country has the ability to stir your spirit and era buildings, cobbled streets and beautiful we knew it, we had some unexpected visitors leave a magical imprint on your heart. On beaches. The whole town retains a strong – a pair of white pelicans plus a seal and her a recent trip there, I found out exactly why. German flavour, but with an unmistakably pup had made their way onto the yacht for a Sparsely populated and home to immense charming African flair. Wanting to be as close fishy feast provided by one of the guides. This open spaces, this enchanting destination to the beach as possible, we spent two nights instantly lifted the mood and before we knew has the ability to move you in a way that will at the Strand Hotel Swakopmund, an iconic and it, we were laughing, toasting with sherry to undoubtedly leave a lasting impression. historic four-star hotel that truly epitomises warm our tummies (it’s never too early for If you’re anything like me, then you love a Namibian warmth and first-class hospitality. sherry), and thoroughly enjoying the presence good road trip, and Namibia is one of the best Airy, beautifully furnished and with a real coastal of our newly self-appointed crew members. places for this. With such great distances feel, not to mention stunning ocean views, the A catamaran cruise is a must if you’re between places to visit, the incredible, ever- rooms are elegant and well-equipped with all visiting the area. We passed oyster farms, old, changing landscapes and the freedom to the amenities to ensure utmost comfort. abandoned fishing boats and oil rigs en route stop anywhere at any time make it ideal. But That night, we ate at the hotel’s very own to the famous Pelican Point with its signature planning – and a functioning GPS or good micro-brewery, the Brewer & Butcher – a lighthouse. There we witnessed around old-fashioned road map – is imperative. As is brewery, beer garden, restaurant, bar and 60,000 resident Cape fur seals and hundreds a 4x4 if you’re hitting the road less travelled. lounge all in one. Brewer & Butcher specialises of pelicans basking in their abundant coastal Unfortunately, this time around our time was in – you guessed it – meat and beer. It serves habitat. For brunch, we were treated to a Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel, Corner of West and Rivonia Road , Sandton limited to three nights and we had a rather traditional Namibian and German meat dishes, selection of delicious savoury snacks, sparkling large distance to cover, so we decided to stick as well as craft beer brewed onsite. Fresh wine and the freshest oysters one can imagine, T +27 (0)87 057 7482 | F +27 (0)11 388 4846 to the tar roads to avoid any glitches. seafood, caught and delivered daily, is also on before heading back to the harbour. [email protected]

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SITC_PrintAdvert_SLOWMagazine_20170920.indd 1 2017/09/20 1:01 PM Back on land, we were loaded into 4x4’s and inland to Namibia’s renowned Etosha Hotel Swakopmund, please go and visit taken out into the incredibly beautiful Namib- National Park. Mokuti Etosha Lodge (www. www.strandhotelswakopmund.com. Naukluft National Park, home to some of the mokutietoshalodge.com) is located on the For more information on Mokuti Etosha tallest sand dunes in the world, rising up more eastern side of Etosha and is a mere four- Lodge, visit www.mokutietoshalodge.com. than 300 m from the desert floor. These ancient minute drive from the Von Lindequist Gate. On For more information on Solar dunes run straight into the ocean, resulting in arrival at Mokuti, the oasis-like green gardens Switch Bookings & Safaris, visit dramatic, almost otherworldly views. A 4x4 tour and sparkling pools are a sight for sore, road- www.desert-tracks.com. takes guests from Walvis Bay, via the Walvis Bay weary eyes. After a dip in the pool, we made our For reservations at the Strand Hotel, visit Saltpans – a spectacular sight of pink and white way into the park on an afternoon game drive. www.strandhotelswakopmund.com. – into the Namib-Naukluft National Park, and all Aside from the incredibly diverse wildlife, the Text: Julie Graham the way along the coast to Sandwich Harbour, a highlight for me was seeing the famous Etosha Images © Julie Graham, Strand Hotel & protected wetland on the Skeleton Coast. Pan – a bare, 4,800 km² expanse of iridescent Mokuti Etosha Lodge After a quick lunch and a trek up one of white and green. At 130 km long and 50 km the giant dunes to enjoy the panoramic view wide in some places, it is the largest salt pan of Sandwich Harbour, it was time for the in Africa, even visible from space. The Etosha adrenaline-pumping stuff. Driving up and Pan is a truly magnificent sight and really puts down the colossal dunes at the hands of a things into perspective – as is common with professional 4x4 driver is a thrill-seeker’s most of the landscapes of Namibia. dream. (Unless, of course, you’d prefer to take On return to the lodge, the fires were the wheel yourself!) roaring and a braai was well underway. A glass Back at the Strand Hotel after a full day of of wine, a plate of traditional pap with tomato fun, we enjoyed a fine-dining experience at gravy, some deliciously prepared venison, the Ocean Cellar, which boasts a fresh seafood hearty veg and great conversation, and I was and sushi selection that will impress any more than content. BRITISH AIRWAYS ROUTE INFO foodie. Their exclusive World Oyster Journey As I lay in my room later that night, listening British Airways (operated by Comair) comprises of oysters served with different to the sounds of the nocturnal critters going services the following local and regional choices of condiments from across the globe, about their nightly business, I wished I could destinations: Johannesburg, Durban, such as Mexico, Japan, France, England, stay longer. Namibia truly stirred my spirit and Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Windhoek, Colombia and Vietnam. It’s impossible to pick a gave me a thirst for more. I look forward to Livingstone, Victoria Falls, Harare and Mauritius. Globally, British Airways flies to favourite, so I suggest you just try them all! exploring the rest of this African paradise, the almost 1,000 destinations in 150 countries The following day, we bid adieu to the very soul of a continent. with its partner airlines. To book your flight, Strand Hotel and drove roughly 700 km For more information on the Strand please call +27 11 921 0222.

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Lady of Luxury

n the words of Oprah Winfrey: “The key to the many incredible destinations that Southern example, the chefs and artists we met through realising a dream is to focus not on success, Africa boasts. “It was a project that would our editorial features inspired our unique but on significance – and then even the combine my knowledge of luxury travel, sales, charity gala event, ‘Chefs who share – the ART small steps and little victories along your and marketing with Florian’s experience in the of giving’. path will take on greater meaning.” No publishing industry.” “We also came to know many talented individual better exemplifies this advice Lenhard gained her travel experience entrepreneurs and artisans. It was all these Ithan the delightful Barbara Lenhard, co-owner following her student years. After completing burgeoning relationships that led to us of Opulent Living, the brand for the finer things her teaching degree in Germany, Lenhard opening a Concept Store & Gallery to exhibit in life. decided to take a break and indulge in her the amazing art and luxurious hand-crafted Lenhard – who views each interaction with desire to travel by enrolling in a tourism products that the African continent has to her clients as a significant moment in her apprenticeship and later working for British offer,” Lenhard explains when asked how her own life and not just another cog in her well- Airways. Following this, she began working business evolved into the well-recognised oiled machine – is an inspiring enigma among for one of the top tour operators in Germany. brand it is today. successful business women. “In our modern “It was here that I got my first taste for luxury “I appreciate the finer things in life because world of social media, I still believe in the value travel, and I was hooked. I got to stay in some I work hard for them. I grew up in a very down- of real connections. I love engaging with all the amazing places, and who wouldn’t love to-earth family, and I learned the importance wonderful people my business brings me into five-star comforts and gourmet dining? It of a solid work ethic from an early age. Luxury contact with, and I believe that what makes also taught me a lot about what discerning is not something I have ever taken for granted, Opulent Living special is that we make time travellers expect from top establishments.” nor should it be taken for granted by anyone of to find out what people want, and deliver that. But luxury travel is dear to Lenhard’s heart for us,” she concludes. My ultimate aim is that every customer leaves much more significant reasons as well. “I didn’t You can meet this wonderfully charming my store loving what they have purchased. travel extensively as a child. My father was a vet lady of luxury for yourself at her current base And I’m proud to say that, since we opened in and self-employed, so if he didn’t work, he didn’t of operations, the Opulent Living Concept November 2016, I’ve only had one customer get paid. Taking time off for big family holidays Store & Gallery at 24 Kloof Street in Gardens, return to ask for an exchange,” Lenhard says. was a luxury in and of itself. That is why bespoke Cape Town. Showcasing the key pillars of Focusing rather on the happiness of her tourism is more than just booking luxury hotels. the Opulent Living brand – lifestyle, art, and clients than on the profit, Lenhard believes that It’s about matching people to the places and travel – the store offers many opulent brands. luxury – even just a touch of it – is a necessity experiences they’ll love so that you create a These include Coco d’Afrique – a range of everyone ought to be able to afford. “I don’t hassle-free holiday filled with memories that exquisitely crafted leather handbags – as well believe my customers need to break the bank families will cherish forever,” she explains. as glamorous accessories by designer Beryl in order to afford luxury. Granted not everyone With a passion as wholesome as this, it Dingemans, the Legacy Collection of jewellery can afford an original artwork, but they can is no wonder that the Opulent Living brand and art, and so much more. invest in a limited-edition print. Likewise, has grown into so much more than just a For more information about the Opulent they can embellish an outfit with a simple but coffee-table magazine. “Readers who loved Living brand, visit www.opulentliving.co.za and sumptuous cashmere scarf, or a one-of-a- our magazine would often contact us to help www.shop.opulentliving.co.za. kind necklace. It’s about investing in a quality us plan their holidays, so we started Opulent product that will stand the test of time.” Living Travel, a bespoke travel company for Lenhard, together with her partner, Florian tailor-made holidays. Beyond this, the luxury Gast, relocated from Germany to South Africa brands we featured were looking for other in 2009 with the aim of creating their own opportunities to market their products, so Text: Kayla Cloete coffee-table magazine that would showcase we began to organise high-end events. As an Image © Opulent Living

SLOW 68 The magazine for extremely busy people 69 A Dashing Dining Experience

ne cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.” – Virginia Woolf I believe these “Oimmortal words by the acclaimed English writer are words everyone should live by. After all, what is dining well if not a quintessentially human experience? Granted, it wasn’t always like that. Food traditions have changed dramatically since our ancient ancestors tore apart charred meat with their teeth and ate, for the most part, as a matter of pure survival. Nevertheless, they seldom ate alone. Today, food is no longer seen as a mere means for survival. Ever heard of hedonic hunger ? This refers to eating for pleasure, the desire to eat for taste rather than just nourishment. Where am I going with this, you ask? Well, if you’re looking to satiate your hedonic hunger in the warm company of friends and family, we’ve found a place that ticks all the boxes. Introducing Dash Restaurant, a crowning feather in the cap of the prestigious Newmark hotel group. Located inside one of Newmark’s signature hotels, the Queen Victoria Hotel in Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront, Dash Restaurant is a space where exceptional food meets opulent glamour. Why is it called “Dash”? In keeping with the honorary namesake of the hotel itself, a tribute to HRH Queen Victoria, Dash too represents an honorary member of the royal family. Named after Queen Victoria’s first dog, a King Charles spaniel, the hotel restaurant highlights the imperial ambience of both establishments.

SLOW 70 The magazine for extremely busy people 71 Chef Darren Badenhorst

At the helm of the kitchen is Executive risotto, or a truly South African Durban chicken chocolate almond streusel, mixed berry sorbet Chef Albert Bronkhorst, who took the reins Bunny Chow served with charcoal brioche and and macerated berries; Coconut Lime Panna at Dash in September 2017 and is taking it to sambals. Desserts on the lunch menu are just Cotta with poached peaches, peach sorbet, new heights. Upholding the very same ethos as delectable, and my recommendation would candied pistachios and mint coulis; and the as stated by Virginia Woolf, Chef Bronkhorst be the (again, Durban-inspired) Slow Roasted mouth-watering Amarula Crème Caramel has developed an exciting new menu at Dash Pineapple, served with saffron, ginger, sesame (my personal favourite) with hazelnut financier, which exudes elegance and offers a unique praline and coconut lime ice cream. roasted hazelnuts, candied lemon rind, approach to fine dining. Chef Bronkhorst’s Though every time of day is a delicious butterscotch and chocolate nib ice cream. For expert knowledge of food and skilled guidance experience at Dash, the dinner menu is where those with a more savoury tooth, the cheese in the kitchen, together with his trademark Chef Bronkhorst’s culinary expertise really board is also a treat. “novel flavour combinations” that will thrill the shines. A seriously sophisticated selection of No real fine-dining restaurant can claim such most refined palates, have resulted in a menu dishes for starters, mains and dessert make a title without an exceptional wine list to match, that is set to delight diners. for a deliciously pleasurable eating experience. and Dash certainly does not lag behind on this. The 36-seater restaurant offers patrons an For starters, why not try the Candied Beetroot An extensive and extremely impressive wine list elegant, yet relaxed experience – with a touch Tarte Tartin served with salted honeycomb, – as well as an array of unique cocktails, whiskies of drama in the presentation of the food and goat’s cheese mousse and citrus fruit. The and more – is available, and wine pairings, with exceptionally well-crafted menu. Remarkable Pressed Oxtail, served with charred cauliflower the assistance of an expert sommelier, can be artwork graces the walls of the space, purée, broccoli tempura and roast garlic jus is arranged for dinner bookings. enhancing the air of glamour brought about by also a scrumptious option. “It is a privilege to join the Newmark family and all the décor decisions. Artworks are changed For mains, meat-lovers have a range to introduce the start of a new season at Dash. I every few months, offering a fresh new of options, two of which are: the Biltong look forward to merging past experiences with ambience to the restaurant. While renowned Dusted Beef Ribeye with coriander braised new endeavours in the kitchen, and ensuring artists such as John Meyer and Beezy Bailey, leak, caramelized parsnip gratin and sauce that guests experience the very best that the amongst others, inspire diners’ intellect, Chef bordelaise; as well as the Herb Crusted Waterfront has to offer,” Chef Bronkhorst says. Bronkhorst makes sure to inspire diners’ Venison Loin with a mustard rub, served So, the next time that hedonic hunger palates with culinary artworks of his own. with cumin beetroot polenta, onion purée, strikes, be sure to reserve a space at one of Ok, so let’s get to the food. Chef Bronkhorst’s zucchini and a berry jus. The salmon, duck Cape Town’s best fine-dining restaurants. new menu at Dash sees him incorporating hints and chicken options are equally delicious. And For more information, please visit of English, Asian and classic French flavours for vegetarians, the Rooibos Smoked Risotto www.newmarkhotels.com/dining/dash- into dishes that maintain a strong South African served with buffalo mozzarella, basil pesto restaurant-bar. flavour. For lunch, Dash offers a selection of and petit herbs is a pleasantly memorable delectable salads, sandwiches, soups and taste experience. pastas as starters. For lunch mains, diners can If you can fit it in, dessert is simply sublime. opt for a meat option of either sirloin or fillet, a The three sweet desserts on the menu Text: Olive Johnson sustainably-sourced fish dish, wild mushroom include: Chocolate Gelée Mousse with Images © Dash Restaurant

SLOW 72 SITC_PrintAdvert_SLOWMagazine_2018014.indd 1 2018/03/15 09:07 Jonathan Robinson fell in love with the fair trade model while travelling the world, and his grandmothers love of coffee inspired him to apply it in an African context.

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The magazine for extremely busy people 75 ean There Coffee Company is born in Canada – his mother is Canadian and each of the producing countries. The system one of the first local companies his father is South African. They moved back works by numerous farmers banding together to champion the fair trade coffee to South Africa when he turned four. “Joburg to form co-operatives, and Bean There buys beans grown exclusively on is definitely the place I call home. I love the their crop at fair and ethical prices. This means African soil. This continent has a energy and pace of the city,” he says. that the farmers can reinvest in their own rich coffee-growing history, and Robinson went on to study a B.Comm. businesses, and improve their crop yield and BBean There founder Jonathan Robinson is degree at Wits University where he met his their families’ quality of life. dedicated to the pursuit of showing the world wife, Nicole. They travelled extensively, and It may seem like a cup of coffee can’t how sensational African coffee really is. that’s when his love of coffee really started make a difference, but it can, and with Bean Robinson was introduced to coffee at a to develop, leading to Robinson starting There’s help, it does. “I wanted to have a young age by his grandmother, who always Bean There. business in coffee, I wanted to impact the drank hers black accompanied with a square Bean There coffee is sold as single origin, lives of small-scale farmers, and I wanted of dark chocolate. “Try coffee without sugar meaning it is sourced from a single growing to do this in an African context. That’s really – you’ll taste the flavours. It will revolutionise region, and therefore displays the unique how Bean There came about – it started your life,” she remarked. Even though he characteristics of that particular area. The first with making a difference.” wasn’t too fond of coffee at first, that moment company sources from six African countries: Robinson has created a company with his Grandma Olga put him on a path to Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Burundi, dedicated to improving the lives of African something really special: a proudly African and the Democratic Republic of Congo. On coffee farmers by following a universally- business with a model that aims to help why he chose to have the beans roasted acknowledged business model – and, at the farmers sell their beans at fair trade prices. It’s in South Africa, aside from job creation, same time, showing consumers the magic of what many would call a win-win scenario. Robinson explains, “Exceptional coffee African coffee. Robinson first came across this concept in deserves to be roasted as close to the Bean There coffee can be found in 2002. “I met a Colombian man living in Canada consumer as possible. Exposure to oxygen both the Cape Town roasteries (on Wale called Hugo Ciro who had started a company causes slow deterioration of the coffee, and Street) and the Joburg branches (in called Level Ground Trading, which was being so ideally it should be drunk within two to four Millpark and Braamfontein), and online at run on the fair trade business model. This was weeks of roasting.” www.beanthere.co.za. my first exposure to fair trade coffee. I loved He regularly visits all of his suppliers, and the whole model. I loved the fact that you ensures that they have everything they need could have a business in something you loved, to grow the greatest coffee on the continent. and make a difference in the lives of others A good relationship with both the coat the same time. This was something I had operative representatives and the individual always dreamt of.” farmers is key to making a well-intended While Robinson spent most of his system work, which is why Robinson makes Text: Rosie Evans childhood in South Africa, he was actually a point on meeting with both on his visits to Images © Bean There Coffee Company

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Cities Get Smart

SLOW 78 Did you know that both Cape Town and Nairobi are viewed as the African leaders in the smart-city revolution? With tech-savvy installations, the only way is up for city planning.

The magazine for extremely busy people 79 mart cities are no longer a thing IBM and Cisco, for instance, are working with functions and people out of Beijing, instead of the future – they’re here universities and civic planners to develop supporting the development of green and and they’re growing. Fast. The data-driven systems for services like public high-tech industries blossoming in Xiong’an. smart city revolution shows no transport, municipal waste management, In Africa, Cape Town in South Africa and signs of slowing down. Quite and energy. Nairobi in Kenya are widely considered the opposite, in fact, with cities Several cities around the world have to be the first cities on the continent to Sworldwide significantly investing financially in been lauded for the progress they’ve made become smart, both looking to Singapore this concept. in terms of becoming “smart”. These as a role model. Cape Town has established According to global market intelligence include Helsinki (Finland), Barcelona (Spain), a four-pillar project to get it to smart city advisory the International Data Corporation London (England), and San Francisco status, with a focus on digital infrastructure, (IDC), by 2021, spending on smart city (USA). But a prime example is the island digital inclusion, e-government, and digital technology is forecast to hit $135 billion. city state of Singapore. This city leverages economy. The Cape Town Emergency This year alone, spending on smart city tech one of the highest broadband and mobile Dispatch Centre, the nerve system of the is predicted to hit $80 billion across globally. penetration rates in the world, and almost city, is the pinnacle of innovative tech. The The US will dedicate the most to the smart all its government services are available and Centre uses the resource planning software city tech market, with spending forecast to accessible online. Furthermore, citizen- SAP to create one integrated public safety reach $22 billion this year, and China will follow centric mobile health, municipal and solution that facilitates operations and data closely behind, spending nearly $21 billion. transport apps were recently rolled out too. sharing – the data used for fire and rescue, Consider, too, these baffling statistics: Smart Meanwhile, the city’s rapid growth over the traffic, metro police, law enforcement, and cities are expected to generate 60 % of the past few decades has also increased the disaster risk management. world’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by demand on its transport network, so the city Nairobi, home to more than three million 2025, according to research by the McKinsey has invested a great deal in road sensors, people, won the title of Most Intelligent City Global Institute, and by 2050, around 86 % phased traffic lights and smart parking. in Africa for two years in a row. Konza City, of people in developed countries and 64 % Singapore intends to take the ideal of the located 60 km from Nairobi’s centre, is set of people in developing countries will live in smart city and do one better by becoming to become the African version of Silicon smart cities. the world’s first “smart nation”. Not a nation to Valley. Konza City will look like a small town, The IDC believes that in 2018, the focus of waste any time, Singapore has pushed forward housing as many as 260,000 residents. It smart initiatives will be primarily on intelligent with trials across various sectors, focusing will have the infrastructure of a complete transportation, data-driven public safety, and specifically on housing and transport – areas city: a university campus, schools, hospitals, resilient energy and infrastructure. When that have a high impact on the island’s almost and a space designated for tech companies. measured by worldwide spending, the two 5.5 million citizens and residents. And it will be smart – able to gather data largest usages are intelligent traffic and Smart Nation collects data from sensors all from smart devices and sensors embedded transit, as well as fixed visual surveillance, over the country, while a 3D “virtual Singapore” in the urban environment, like roadways, which it says is then followed by smart outdoor model enables city planners to analyse buildings, and other assets. For instance, lighting and environmental monitoring. pedestrian and traffic flows, run numerous roadway sensors will monitor pedestrian What is prioritised, however, depends simulations, and test various concepts. For and automobile traffic, adjusting traffic light a great deal on the region. For instance, instance, data collected via sensor technology timings accordingly to optimise traffic flows. intelligent traffic and transit are projected to from public housing estates provides the The future not only looks bright, it also be top-priority investments in the US, Japan government with plentiful raw information to looks smart. and Western Europe, while in China, it will be analyse, collate and use to improve the design, on fixed visual surveillance. Japan will likely planning and maintenance of these and future prioritise environmental monitoring ahead of such estates. fixed visual surveillance. China, meanwhile, has plans to build an For the most part, there are two entirely new city from the ground up. The overarching benefits of smart cities: new administrative region near Beijing, sustainability and efficiency. Cities are called Xiong’an New Area, will be a modern, working together with big data specialists, green and smart city, and will alleviate developers, designers, strategic thinkers, some of the current strain on services and innovators to make city living better, in the capital. Showing its commitment to make cities smarter, more efficient, and to the development of the new area, the Text: Gary Muir technologically advanced. Companies like government has relocated some of its Image © iStockphoto.com

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ince 1925, Hôtel Le Bristol bags, books or shoes. The Red Cross are with delicate fabrics and refined furniture Paris has been celebrated sent any donated tights which they turn that create an atmosphere that balances for its definition of luxury into bandages. The hotel is also a patron opulence and warmth. Views from the and service of the highest of many charities including ‘Imagine for ornate ironwork balconies, which overlook order. Created in the grand Margo’, an organisation dedicated to the prestigious Rue du Faubourg Saint- Parisian style, Le Bristol was fighting childhood cancer. Honoré, are as romantic as they are Sthe first hotel in France to receive the title Spacious and light, all the rooms and unique in Paris. of “palace”, and was voted Best Hotel in the suites display a multitude of refined details, Adorned with Louis XV and Louis XVI- World by the Gallivanter’s Guide. In 2018, from the entranceway to the bathroom. period furniture, antique prints, and Le Bristol not only made the Condé Nast Measuring more than 40 m², the rooms at precious silks, these apartments evoke Traveller’s Gold List, but it was also singled Le Bristol are among the most spacious in the refinement of a private 18th-century out in the Editors’ Picks. It also won first Paris. Under high ceilings with tall windows, town house. In addition to sitting rooms place in Fordor’s Best awards, beating out the rooms are flooded with daylight. The decorated with antique woodwork by all nine other Palace Hotels in Paris. detailed inlay of antique rosewood furniture, Féau and Canovas damask linens, the Located at 112 rue du Faubourg Saint- and the precise rendering of characters in Royal Suites include a dining area that Honoré, in close proximity to the Avenue an antique engraving, speak of attention accommodates up to 12 guests to enjoy des Champs-Élysées, and in the heart of the to detail as much as it does to exceptional Chef Eric Frechon’s gastronomic cuisine. fashion, design, and art district, Le Bristol is craftsmanship. When evening falls, heavy The bathroom, all in light Carrara marble a palace hotel of unparalleled elegance. silk curtains create an intimate atmosphere with a separate shower and twin basins, Le Bristol defines luxury by embracing for the gentlest invitation to sleep. conceals the delightful secret of a private the new, the rare, and the wonderful. The Grand Suites, ranging from the steam room. Created with true craftsmanship, its 190 55 m² Junior Suites to the 250 m² Prestige Le Bristol Paris is a leading bastion of spacious rooms and suites are appointed Elysée Suites, create the perfect balance gastronomy, holding no less than four in authentic 18th-century style with between lavishness and homeliness. Each Michelin stars. The jewel in the hotel’s every conceivable modern comfort. The suite is a luxurious setting that typifies crown is Epicure, the three-Michelin star emphasis is very much on tradition, rather Parisian elegance. Rooms are generous yet restaurant overseen by the long serving than on being contemporary chic, made intimate, spacious yet warm. Designed like Chef Eric Frechon. It is one of the best clear by the old-style door keys rather real apartments, coupled with exceptional restaurants in the world, and a favourite than modern key cards. service, the suites are guaranteed to make of the Paris elite. Epicure is a temple of Behind the precious fabrics, works of even the most seasoned of travellers feel gastronomy with Chef Eric Frechon as its art, and splendid furniture, this palace right at home. guru, who matches terroir and handpicked in the heart of Paris also offers its guest The Signature Suites, with the Royal ingredients with astonishing effect. the opportunity to help the greater good. Suites being nothing less than 300 m² As if three Michelin stars were not enough, Each room has a ‘Giving Bag’ which guests luxury apartments, are fit for royalty as it the one-Michelin Star luxury brasserie, are encouraged to use in donating clothes, captures the epitome of Parisian luxury, 114 Faubourg with its street views of Paris,

SLOW 82 The magazine for extremely busy people 83 ads even more to Chef Eric Frechon’s most discerning travellers choose Le Bristol fabulous accomplishments. for a first-class Parisian experience, as this Set in the heart of the hotel with views beautiful palace in the heart of the City of over the Jardin Français, the beautifully Lights has become a benchmark for luxury appointed Café Antonia welcomes guests hotels all around the world. Today, this grand for afternoon tea, or less formal lunch and hotel perpetuates its legend through its dinner. For the young at heart, there is Le enduring values, like its shared passion for Bar du Bristol, which is the place to be seen the art of French living, combined with its in Paris in the evening. historic grandeur. BRITISH AIRWAYS ROUTE INFO Featuring a Russian Banïya, a rooftop For more information, please visit British Airways (operated by Comair) indoor pool overlooking Paris monuments, www.lebristolparis.com. services the following local and regional destinations: Johannesburg, Durban, and treatment rooms with private terraces, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Windhoek, the Spa Le Bristol by La Prairie completes Livingstone, Victoria Falls, Harare and this incomparable palace. . Mauritius. Globally, British Airways flies to With nearly a century of exceptional almost 1,000 destinations in 150 countries service, Le Bristol has earned the loyalty Text: Deidre Loots with its partner airlines. To book your flight, of the world’s most privileged guests. The Images: © Le Bristol Paris please call +27 11 921 0222.

ith the foundation in Kenya, marketers of the residential infrastructure, satellite TV and air-conditioning. stone laid by Kenyan apartments. “Backed by the Dubai-based “The residential units comprise one-, President Uhuru project developers, White Lotus Group, and two- and three-bedroom apartments and Kenyatta, construction Hass Petroleum of Nairobi, Kenya, it includes three-bedroom penthouses, ranging in size has begun on The two glass-facade towers. The first tower will be from 64 to 294 m². While the prices of the Pinnacle in Nairobi, 70 storeys with 20 floors of commercial usage residential units are still to be confirmed by WKenya, which at a height of 300 m will be the – 11 offices and nine retail outlets – and the the developer, we have an exclusive mandate tallest skyscraper in Africa, easily exceeding rest will be 209 opulent residential apartments. to sell 150 residential units,” Samani says. Johannesburg’s 223 m Carlton Centre. The The other tower will boast the 45-storey, The Pinnacle’s single and family apartments project is expected to be completed in the 255-room Hilton Hotel with conference are designed not just for the global business second half of 2021. facilities, a luxury spa, gym and open-air traveller or local executive, but also for the Well positioned in the capital city’s vibrant infinity pool.” discerning Nairobi resident looking for a financial hub of Upper Hill, only 16 km from The Pinnacle will also include offices, a home that is a cut above the rest, offering Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, this shopping mall and basement parking, as well an exclusive blend of luxurious lifestyle and landmark, luxury mixed-use development will as a viewing deck with impressive views of both world-class services. include its own helipad, residential apartments Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya. Other and a five-star Hilton Hotel. features include four high-speed passenger “This $200 million project is arousing a great lifts for residents, a back-up water supply deal of interest in the marketplace,” says served by borehole and water storage tanks, Text: Gaye de Villiers Kunaal Samani, MD of Pam Golding Properties back-up generators, and built-in internet Images © Pam Golding

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SLOW XS_Print advert_SLOW_Version2_20170719.indd 1 2017/07/20 11:35 AM How Tannie Nola could save the Bulls

n the world of All Black rugby, it’s known as Under Graham Henry, New Zealand’s All a core group of senior players in his team and whānau. At its most basic, this Māori word Blacks had the famous mantra of, “Better then using them to inculcate a sense of family. represents the feeling of extended family people make better All Blacks.” Mitchell would It’s no surprise then that when their major or community, of coming together for one most likely ascribe to the more updated sponsor, Vodacom, was looking for ideas of cause. At Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria, it’s version of this, “Better players make better All how to reward their top clients, the concept known as Tannie Nola. Before the Vodacom Blacks.” Having coached at the highest level they chose for the Bulls was a Father and Son IBlue Bulls’ 2017 Currie Cup game against the for many years now, Mitchell has made his Sleepout on the field at Loftus Versfeld under Griquas, Tannie Nola – who runs the ticket mistakes and learned from them. He admits the #BullsFamily campaign. office at Loftus Versfeld – was asked to hand that his coaching approach today is decidedly It was an event that resonated with fullback out the jerseys to the Bulls players. At face different from what it has been in the past. Warrick Gelant, who grew up without a father. value, it appeared a sentimental gesture. But The modern coach cannot afford to coach “It’s what we’re looking for as a team, that in the coaching manual, it was sheer genius. down to the modern player. He has to make family bond. We know that’s what we need to “The biggest thing about the Bulls is the him part of the process. After leading India take this team and this union forward again.” feeling of family here,” says hooker Edgar to Cricket World Cup glory and South Africa Mitchell has and will continue to bring many Marutlulle. New coach John Mitchell’s ability to number one Test status, Gary Kirsten things to the Bulls table, including strategy, to harness this and make it an effective part summed up his coaching philosophy as, “I skills, fitness, and a myriad initiatives at the of his plan at the Vodacom Bulls will be one always remember that I’m dealing with human cutting edge of global rugby. But at the of the key pillars of his success in rebuilding beings, not performance tools. If you treat highest level of professional team sport, when this team. them like performance tools, then you will get there is often little to separate teams in the Mitchell comes armed with the best the highs and lows of performance and there talent and skill stakes, the edge often comes coaching strategies in the game, and he has are no guarantees there. But if you treat them in by making your players realise what else already implemented a number of these like human beings where you encapsulate they’re playing for. And that is exactly where at Loftus Versfeld. He has also spoken them holistically into your programme, and Tannie Nola could be the most dangerous extensively to the topic of his personal you create an environment where they can weapon the Bulls deploy this Vodacom Super growth – gone is the man embroiled in bring their whole life to work, then you get Rugby season. controversial tenures. a motivated individual who comes to work Team culture is often seen as the final wanting to give his best. Everybody wants frontier for coaches, in rugby especially. performance, but the modern player wants a As sport scientist Professor Tim Noakes voice too.” describes the challenge facing a coach, “In At Loftus Versfeld, #BullsFamily is my opinion, the greatest challenge is to that voice. produce the successful cohesion of a team The culture at Loftus Versfeld has always of disparate individuals.” Or as they say in been about a feeling of family amongst the the business world, “Culture eats strategy players. Heyneke Meyer perfected it in much Text: Michael Vlismas for breakfast.” the same way the All Blacks did – by creating Image © Openfield

SLOW 88 The magazine for extremely busy people 89 Hook, Line and Sinker

hey say the two best times for a spot of fishing are when it is raining, and when it is not. In the area where the Chobe River forms the border between Namibia and TBotswana, the dry winters ensure that the fishing experience is nothing short of thrilling. The shoulder season stretches from April to August, bringing with it cool nights and warm days with little or no rain. As the inland water sources begin to dry up, animals flock to the river to quench their thirst, making the game-viewing as fantastic as the fishing. Where to find the best spot for fishing in Chobe Although there are several lodges in the area where the lazy Chobe River joins the mighty Zambezi before rushing into the Victoria Falls, Ichingo Chobe River Lodge on Impalila Island in Namibia is a prime spot for fishing. The lodge has access to 7 km of unspoilt Chobe riverbank directly below the lodge, and then another 7 km of unfished Zambezi River below the rapids downstream – you’ll have virtual exclusivity on this beautiful stretch of river. On the Chobe River, a few kilometres before you get into the Chobe National Park, you’ll find an area sprinkled with small islands and gentle rapids, ideal for drift-fishing and either fly-fishing or spin-casting. Turn the corner into the deeper Zambezi, and you’ll find that conventional trolling works best. That is, until you reach the turbulent waters at the foot of the rapids, which is a hotspot for tigerfish whether you’re using bait, fly or lure.

SLOW 90 The magazine for extremely busy people 91 What you can catch of sheer strength. The sharptooth catfish, The nimble nembwe The Zambezi is home to the ferocious or barbel, can survive almost any water Nembwe prefer the cooler water tigerfish, sharptooth catfish, African pike, conditions, no matter how murky. They eat temperatures of the winter months. They tilapia (three-spot, redbreast, nembwe, frogs, insects and fish, and have been seen will often take a worm, but you’re more humpback) and the green and pink bream. jumping out of the water to catch birds likely to succeed with artificial bait when Taming a tiger perched low above the surface. They feed trying to catch this predator. Such is its If there is one fish that every Zambezi mostly at night, and when you hook one fighting ability that its scientific name is angler wants to catch, it’s the hard- you’ll feel a slow, steady pull. In an attempt to Serranochromis robustus. fighting tigerfish. Arguably the fiercest free itself, the catfish swims into obstacles or freshwater fish, these beauties can grow up shakes its head vigorously from side to side. to a massive 15 kg! Catching one of these Although it will take lures, spoons and Text: Gabriella Brondani Rego sharp-toothed monsters is no easy feat, spinners, you’re more likely to catch one Images © Zambezi Queen Collection and only about one in 10 tigerfish that get using bait on a size 3/0 or 4/0 hook fished on hooked are actually landed. They are so the bottom. Catfish enjoy earthworms, fish incredibly acrobatic that they jump and tug fillets, baby birds and chicken livers. and twirl free within seconds – making the Baiting bream chase all the more thrilling. Both green and pink bream are best You have to have the right equipment if caught from July to December. Green you’re going to tame the tiger. Artificial bait bream prefer deep, quiet waters, slow- that works well includes Rapala 9 or 11 cm flowing channels and floodplain lagoons, Magnum floating lures (for trolling), chrome or while pink bream seek out deep main river BRITISH AIRWAYS ROUTE INFO copper 45 mm, 16 g Effzettor Meppsspoons channels and sandy bays. Both species will British Airways (operated by Comair) (for trolling and spin casting), and Rapala 7cm take spinners and lures up to 5 cm. Your best services the following local and regional destinations: Johannesburg, Durban, Fat Rap or Shad Rap deep-river lures for spin bet is red earthworm on a No 12 long shank Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Windhoek, casting. If you’re considering using live bait, barbed hook, but they will also take Mepps Livingstone, Victoria Falls, Harare and try the “Bulldog” or “Nimbele” (insect eating No 3 Black Fury spinners or 5 cm Rapala Fat Mauritius. Globally, British Airways flies to fish which are preyed upon by the tigerfish). Rap deep divers. Both species are vigorous almost 1,000 destinations in 150 countries In stark opposition to the lithe and fast fighters, so you’d better be prepared for a with its partner airlines. To book your flight, tigerfish, catching a catfish is more a show good battle. please call +27 11 921 0222.

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e live in a world where London and set out to establish herself as a and stripe poplin are patchworked together so many things revolve fashion designer. After all, when it comes to into mini dresses. around fame. Pop and being famous, her father, Sir Paul McCartney Knitwear is boiled and stitched with lace celebrity culture will of The Beatles, is known as one of the all-time detailing, while a mixture of watercolour teach you that fame greatest musicians. She could, of course, cheetah and leopard spots have been has not only become have chosen a striking, yet generic brand printed onto silk and features on knitwear and Weasily attainable, it is also big business. This name to perhaps minimise the full name- nylon outerwear to give the appearance of has given rise to the kind of fame that is often dropping effect, but she opted to stick with camouflage. A lifelong vegetarian who never fake, and often quite bizarre. It’s a group filled what she was handed. In 1996, the year works with fur or leather, McCartney’s new with people who have done something to be after graduating, she showed the first Stella collection also features a fur-free fur coat associated with fame without actually having McCartney collection. that is cut into patches of varying lengths and done something to be famous – the “famous- It was immediately apparent that Ms stitched back together. for-being-famous” crowd. They will, of course, McCartney was not merely riding the New additions to the washed-denim refer to themselves as a brand. coattails of her illustrious father. As a movement come in a mix of blue and grey On the opposite side of the continuum, designer, she was lauded for the sharp styles, while the athleisure trend sees Stella there’s the traditional form of fame, where a tailoring, natural confidence and sexy continue her association with Adidas by person has achieved something spectacular femininity of her work. So much so that, including a classic Adidas Originals tracksuit and worth celebrating. This is the group in shortly after showing her second collection with the iconic three stripes, spliced with which we place our most loved icons, whether in 1997, she was appointed the Creative panels of refined French lace. Other they are writers, actors, singers, scientists or, Director for the well-known Chloé fashion accessories include sustainably designed in some instances, politicians. It’s not to say brand in Paris. Four years later, in a joint Loop trainers that were created without the that they won’t use their fame to their benefit, venture with the Kering Group – home to use of glue in order to be 100 % recyclable, of course, because human nature will always other famous fashion brands like Gucci and alter-nappa thigh-high stretch boots, and the force us to do what’s in our own best interests. Yves St. Laurent – the Stella McCartney Eclypse trainer, updated in tonal alter-nappa But then there is a third type of “fame” to brand was born. Almost two decades later, and leo-camo print. consider. It is the kind of fame that people Stella McCartney is a worldwide brand, her Two decades since starting her tenure with are born into. The trap of becoming famous work is sold in 77 countries through 51 brand Chloé in Paris, Stella McCartney has proven for being famous is just so easy to walk into outlets and a multitude of specialty and that she is not, and never was, famous for when you are the child of someone famous department stores. being famous. In a world where less and less – just think of the Paris Hiltons of the world. It For Autumn this year, Stella has of the fashion-buying population grew up with is, however, a completely different scenario if reinterpreted the signature masculine play on or even know who The Beatles are, it’s likely you happen to be born into a famous family feminine silhouettes. Cinched waists, ruffled that more people know who Stella McCartney and one day grow up to have your own ideas hems and figure-accentuating cuts give is than her father, Paul. It’s glorious to see and ambitions. After all, shaking off a famous workwear a feminine twist, while still making someone earning their place in the spotlight surname to prove yourself is not the easiest use of sharp tailoring. Jackets get even more through hard work and despite of, rather than thing to do in a world where people are judged feminine with a ruffle that kicks out from the because of, who their parents are. on their name. hem, incorporating piping detail, defined I would like to think that this is what Stella lapels, and a signature Savile Row fit. Men’s McCartney experienced, to an extent, when shirts are reimagined for the female form too, Text: Christo Valentyn she graduated from Central St. Martins in as classic Oxford shirts in traditional check Image © Stella McCartney

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f there is one sure-fire way to keep Born and raised in the Eastern Cape, It is a space Jodi describes as “nothing fancy”, your style fresh, it’s by accessorising Deerling is not only an avid entrepreneur, but but where the team can be creative. “I love the your outfit with the latest trend. Mass- also a well-known actor and entertainment fact that I can create and produce products in market retailers make this relatively industry professional who has appeared in my own country and keep the employment easy as it’s in their business interests to various shows, from YO.T V to Isidingo. More and money right here.” stock the latest and greatest trends – recently, Deerling appeared in an episode of The Jodi Deerling Collection, available Ithat’s why there is always a fresh supply of the South African version of popular reality from his website as well as selected stores wondrous items in your favourite store. television show, Come Dine with Me. in Johannesburg and Cape Town, breaks the It goes without saying, though, that “This platform was truly incredible as it mould on multiple levels. With its compact most of these products are not applicable gave me the opportunity to introduce South range of men’s accessories, it’s a brand that to men. Fashion sunglasses and watches Africa to The Jodi Deerling Collection,” will soon have you standing out in the crowd. make up the bulk of men’s accessories, Deerling says. “The exposure from the As Jodi says: “There is only one chance to with the odd piece of jewellery – usually show allowed me to really push the brand. make a first impression. Do it really well.” something on a string – making up the rest. It didn’t make the hard work disappear, Go to www.jodideerling.co.za for more. Ties are often treated as a garment and not though – knocking on every possible door as an accessory – and almost always as a for independent stores to stock and sell my corporate enabler, not a tool for expressing products was still the most challenging part style and personality. of the job!” It is this consistent lack of stylish and One of the range’s bestsellers today is affordable men’s accessories that inspired the JD Wrap Scarf. “I remember wearing Jodi Deerling to start his eponymous one of the first wrap scarves when travelling accessories label. to Port Elizabeth for a presenting gig I had,” “I was acutely aware of the lack of really Deerling recalls. “While I was sitting at the great, high-quality, affordable hand-made airport, six people asked me where I had pieces in South Africa,” Deerling explains. bought it, how much it cost, and where “I also realised how we as men were limited they can get it. At that point in time it was a to accessories brought in by mass chains. prototype, we hadn’t even costed it properly. I wanted to create a range that was very But I calculated everything in my head, and much South African, as well as an extension gave those people my business card with a of who I am as a colourful being with a zest price on it. Everything came together right for life.” there at the airport.” And so The Jodi Deerling Collection was The collection continued, its most recent born, starting off as a range of bowties, addition being an extension to the JD skinny ties, pocket squares and cravats Collection called BAGGAGE x Jodi Deerling that were completely inspired by and – a range of uber-stylish leather bags, produced in South Africa. “Not only on each with a specific name that cheekily the label that holds my name, but in the represents the baggage we all carry around passion and quality every single piece with us every day. has to offer – I still personally check every All Jodi Deerling products are hand-made in Text: Christo Valentyn single time,” he says. their workshop in Maboneng, Johannesburg. Image © Shirley Hunt Photography

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By Sharni Quinn

Published by: Sharni Quinn and Follow the Sun Yoga

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decided that my journey into healing That was eighteen years ago. Today been there. Many of them have never left myself would create a way of bringing Goedgedacht Farm is an NGO, run by the their rural community, but on this day they light to others. It would give me an Goedgedacht Trust, and is one of the biggest were going to the famous Victoria & Alfred incentive for my trip and a greater Community Development Organisations Waterfront. When they arrived after the purpose if I included doing yoga for in South Africa. They concentrate on the mini-bus journey, the children were in awe, charity, instead of just flitting around the surrounding rural communities and they are their eyes stretched wide at the vastness Iworld trying to find myself. It would make my committed to finding long term solutions and grandeur of the building. heart very happy to know that somehow, my to rural poverty – focusing especially on At the end of the day, Janet asked drop in the ocean will add to the collective children and young people. them what they had enjoyed the most. wellbeing of others. At the end of that sandy road, I fell in One teenage boy said his favourite was But how do I choose these others and love with the children I encountered. Janet the ‘large-glass-box-ride’. He had been what form does my contribution take? first brought us to the crèche. She knew amazed by the glass box that people could It turns out that it is not my decision to the children would melt our hearts. They actually climb into. Then the doors would make. I realise this as I listened to my friend sang, ”I love you, you love me” even though close, the box would float up, the doors Janet’s stories about the work and people of many of them cannot even speak English. would open again and everyone could get Goedgedacht. These are my kind of people One little three-year-old girl stole my heart. out. He was so excited he asked a lady who and I can feel that it is right. I have stumbled She loved the camera and every time I was waiting at the glass box how much it across my charity. took a photo of the group, there she was was for a ride? She told him it was for free! Goedgedacht is a beautiful farm in a valley beaming and smiling at me, taking no notice For free? He couldn’t believe it. He didn’t close to Riebeek Kasteel, about an hour’s of the singing or dancing in which she was even have to pay… So he spent the whole drive north of Cape Town. The story about supposed to be engaged. day riding up and down in his large glass box. how Annie and Peter Templeton searched Janet tells me the story about how she and searched and eventually came across took a few of the children on an outing into the farm is another synchronistic moment the big city. Even though Cape Town is only of fate that was just ‘meant’ to happen. an hour away, most of them have never

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