Sep 2019 - Jhb North

JOBURG NORTHERN SUBURBS 

Tickled pink 

with beauty 

must-haves 

Nadine 

Hardy Petzer 

makes clean 

eating easy and 

fashionable 

Fab fitness tips 

from the experts 

RUGBY INSPIRES 

OUR AFRO-ASIAN 

SHOPPING SPREE 

Scatter cushions to 

spruce up your space 

WELLNESS 

SPRING INTO A HAPPIER, 

HEALTHIER YOU 

SHOPPING, PEOPLE AND LIFESTYLE IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD 

SEPTEMBER 2019

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CONTENTS 

GET IT 

Editorial 

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WHY DON’T YOU... 

5 Buy books, jive to jazz, meet Star Trek’s Captain Kirk (aka William 

Shatner) or indulge your need for speed 

7 Keep the lights on while you’re glued to these chilling thrillers 

WISH LIST 

8 Spring into September with a few special treats 

SOCIAL 

11 Folk flock to Emmarentia’s popular food and music festival 

13 Flower power reigns at lavish 50th birthday celebration 

Editor Daniella Potter 

daniellap@caxton.co.za 087-285-8108 

Workflow & Studio Manager Megan Brett 

Subeditor Rose Chinery 

Editorial assistant Hannah Dhlamini 

Contributors Kate Argo • Tayla Blaire 

• Lisa Witepski 

Sales 

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Sarah Singh 067-041-2907 

Eleen Du Buisson 074-613-5450 

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SEPTEMBER 2019 

PEOPLE 

14 Michelle Dancer’s Parkview enterprise is full of (coffee) beans 

BEAUTY & FASHION 

16 Be tickled pink with beguiling new beauty desirables 

18 Skincare gets a personalised touch 

SHOPPING 

20 Afro-Asian inspiration to help cheer on our Bokke in Japan 

FOOD & DRINK 

24 Nadine Hardy Petzer’s ‘small seed’ shoots up into a 

many-branched business 

26 Bring on the second helpings – healthy food can be oh-so-tasty 

DECOR & GARDENING 

30 Spruce up your space with a scatter of cushions 

34 Plant colourful flowers for spring – and prepare for summer showers 

FITNESS 

38 Fighting, firearms, fast cars – don’t mess with super-fit Nicole Bessick 

40 From sprinting to rugby sevens, Alyssa Conley has sports 

multitasking taped 

43 Keep in tip-top condition – and support good causes 

45 Things to help you get up and running 

WIN 

5 Tickets to the musical, Rock of Ages 

50 A Lou Harvey two-cake cooler box plus Chateau Gateaux vouchers 

worth R700 

COVER LOOK 

Hair: Tanaz Hair. Details: 011-786-2976 • Make-up: Laura Pisanello • 

Photographer: Peter Whitfield 

Photographer/Image credit: 

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A hot date! 

Add some sass to September 

Calling all bookworms ... 

Jazz enthusiasts shouldn’t miss the opportunity to groove to smooth, 

06 you just cannot miss the 26 soulful local and international sounds at the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz 

South African Book Fair. The 

stellar programme promises to 

feature topical discussions, close 

to 100 authors and something for 

everyone in the family ... including 

a Magic Tent for the littlies. New to 

the fair is an illustrators’ exhibition 

in the Women’s Jail. Constitution 

Hill. Until September 8. From R10. 

Details: southafricanbookfair.co.za 

08 

What if the star-crossed lovers, 

Romeo and Juliet, were two 

adolescent schoolboys in a Catholic 

boarding school during the 1950s? In 

Joe Calarco’s Shakespeare’s R&J, four 

pupils find an illicit copy of Romeo 

and Juliet and start acting it out. Soon 

the fun of play-acting turns serious 

and universal truths emerge. Pieter 

Toerien’s Montecasino Theatre. Until 

September 8. From R90. 

Details: tickets.computicket.com 

21 

German singer, songwriter and 

electronic music producer, 

Monolink, is set to perform in SA ... and 

it’s so worth the drive to Muldersdrift 

to see him in action. Expect emotional 

vocals and hypnotic bass vibrations. 

We’re also told to anticipate international 

aerial performances and fire shows from 

Ibiza to transport us to a fantasy realm. 

Ground in Muldersdrift. September 21. 

From R200. Details: howler.co.za 

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He’s an Emmy Award-winner. 

He’s known as the Godfather 

of sci-fi. He became a cultural icon for 

his portrayal of Captain Kirk in the Star 

Trek franchise. He’s the great William 

Shatner, of course ... who’s coming 

to Comic Con Africa 2019. This pop 

culture event also promises comic 

books, Cosplay competitions and 

more. Gallagher Convention Centre. 

Until September 24. From R160. 

Details: comicconafrica.co.za 

... now in its twenty-second year! There’ll be a whopping 30 performances over 

three days, and even a big band performance! Sandton Convention Centre. Until 

September 28. From R750. Details: joyofjazz.co.za 

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Do you feel the need for speed? The Emerald Speed Fest is well worth 

the drive for petrolheads. This motorsport lifestyle event promises three 

days of motoring action with hot competition as high-performance race cars, 

supercars and modern road cars will race against the clock on a 1.6km winding 

asphalt strip. Emerald Resort & Casino. Until September 29. From R135. 

Details: tickets.computicket.com 

Fancy winning a 

pair of tickets? We’re 

giving two lucky readers 

two tickets each for the 6pm 

show on Sunday, September 

29 … to enter, leave your 

name on our ROCK OF AGES 

WIN post on our Get It 

Joburg North Magazine 

Facebook page before 

September 20. 

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Broadway’s smash hit musical, Rock of Ages, is going to set Montecasino’s Teatro 

on fire! This jukebox musical features 28 classic rock songs from the 1980s … 

think Don’t Stop Believin’, The Final Countdown, Here I Go Again and so many more. 

As the humorous high-energy storyline unfolds, you’ll take a journey back to a 

colourful era while singing along to rock anthems that come alive on stage. This 

promises to be a feel-good stage production and it’s guaranteed to get you on 

your feet rocking away to the memories. With an all-SA cast, band and production 

team, great comedy, stellar performances and amazing music, it’s a seriously 

mindless, ridiculously enjoyable, glamour-rock musical we’re certainly not going 

to miss. September 26 to October 20. From R150. Owing to adult themes, a PG13 

is recommended. Details: tickets.computicket.com 


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Book club 

Half a dozen thrilling reads for September 

‘It was a good day to be free of prison.’ So begins David Baldacci’s One Good Deed 

... his latest release which, as always, keeps readers’ adrenalin running high. When 

Aloysius Archer gets out of prison, he heads for Poca City, with just the clothes he’s 

wearing and an appointment with his parole officer. A chance meeting sees him 

offered a job as a debt collector – but all’s not above board, and if Aloysius wants to 

avoid heading back behind bars, he’s got his work cut out for him. Macmillan, R299. 

• A new home in the suburbs offers a fresh start to a family of four. It’s in a quiet, 

leafy road, with good schools, and is close to the sea and a comfortable commute 

to London. Perfect. All bar the fact that it appears to be the hunting ground for 

a serial killer. Fiona Cummins’ The Neighbour is as thrilling as it gets. Macmillan, 

R290 • Blood in the Water by Jack Flynn is set in Boston’s underworld, where the 

harbour chief, his 19-year-old daughter and a homeland security agent are caught 

up in deadly game of cat and mouse with international terrorists. Macmillan, R299 

Tom Kennedy and his young son, Jake, 

have just moved to a quiet village, 

hoping to heal the hurt after the loss 

of their wife and mum. The place they 

choose to live, Featherbank, has a dark 

past ... 15 years before, a serial killer, 

known as The Whisper Man, abducted 

and murdered five young boys. The killer 

was caught, and this history doesn’t 

worry Tom and Jake. Until another boy 

goes missing. And Jake says he hears 

whispering at his window. Alex North’s 

outstanding new psychological thriller 

is described as gripping and brilliantly 

creepy. Penguin, R290 

In a large house in London’s 

fashionable Chelsea, a baby is awake 

in her cot. Well-fed and cared for, 

she’s happily waiting for someone to 

pick her up. In the kitchen lie three 

decomposing corpses, with a hastily 

scrawled note. The three have been 

dead for several days. So who’s looking 

after the baby? There’s little better than 

finding a new Lisa Jewell book on the 

shelves ... The Family Upstairs is just 

FABULOUS. Penguin, R290 

Also look out for ... 

Daisy and Simon’s marriage is great, 

particularly after the arrival of longedfor 

daughter Millie. A happy little family 

of three. So what if Simon drinks a bit 

too much every now and then ... as 

Daisy says, he’s just letting off steam. 

Then one night at a party, things spiral 

horribly out of control ... Adele Parks’ 

Lies Lies Lies is all about relationships, 

marriage and secrets. A great read. 

Harper Collins, R305 


Wish list 

Roses red, violets blue, here are springtime treats for you 

Rosé champagne and cherry blossoms 

A champagne inspired by cherry blossom. What could possibly 

be more appropriate to celebrate spring? Nicolas Feuillatte 

Champagne, the number one-selling champagne in France and 

the third biggest in the world, has just unveiled its latest spring 

edition of the Réserve Exclusive Brut Rosé. Inspired by the famous 

– but fleeting – Sakura (cherry blossom) season in Japan, when 

life is renewed and flowers are in bud, the packaging is utterly 

glorious … all delicate pink petals against a blue sky. The Brut-style 

rosé champagne is bursting with red summer fruits, is a gorgeous 

pomegranate pink and is absolutely perfect for spring alfresco 

sipping. You’ll find it for around R780 at good bottle stores. 

08 Get It Joburg Northern Suburbs September 2019 

Taste tapas to tantalise taste buds 

Pictures of bullfighters, quintessential old Spanish 

tile designs and a laid-back vibe ... lunch at La 

Parada at Waterfall Corner transported us on a 

trip down memory lane to a wonderful holiday 

in Barcelona a few years back. It’s the first of the 

stores in Gauteng (there are three in the Cape), 

and it’s a really hot spot for date night and a top 

pick for drinks with friends .... the cocktail list is 

extensive! There are main courses and platters 

for sharing, but we went straight for the tapas. 

And boy, did we try out a range of them! The 

fillet was mouth-watering. The beef short ribs 

with sticky paprika, orange glaze and orange 

segments were sweetly satisfying. And the tuna 

tacos with pineapple, rainbow salsa, guacamole, 

miso emulsion and jalapeños were tasty. But you 

seriously cannot visit this restaurant without trying 

the tuna tataki. The seared tuna is served with 

sesame seeds, avo mousse, angel hair chilli, soyalemongrass 

dressing, shaved carrot and coriander. 

Even the diehard steak lovers argued with us over 

the last piece. Meltingly delicious! Tapas from R49. 

Details: laparada.co.za/waterfall-corner

Pretty in 

pink ... these 

multi-stone 

stud earrings 

from Poetry are sure to 

add a little elegance to 

your look. R125. Details: 

poetrystores.co.za 

Get ready to feel 

like the new you 

We’ve just come out of a 

dry Joburg winter ... and (as 

in every year) our skin took a 

battering! So we stopped by the 

gorgeous YouBar in Illovo for a QMS 

collagen rejuvenation facial to hydrate 

our skin and fight ageing. Now our 

skin feels like a million dollars! This 

facial even highlighted our problem 

areas and we received some valuable 

advice on our skincare routine. The 

facial begins with deep cleansing, 

exfoliating and toning before a cold 

algae mask is applied to sooth and 

remove dead skin cells. Then boom, 

a (much-needed) collagen serum 

is applied to hydrate skin. We even 

received a glorious massage and an 

eye treatment. It was a real pamper! 

YouBar uses a range of great products, 

including Africology and Dermalogica. 

To get ready to slip our feet into sexy 

sandals this spring, we tried a deluxe 

Africology pedicure. It was heavenly 

for our feet ... and our neck and 

shoulders were also massaged. Trust us 

... you want to sip a cup of tea during 

your pedi. Forget the run-of-the-mill 

offerings ... there’s a host of brews to 

try. We thoroughly recommend the 

Devil’s Advocate – it’s a full-bodied 

ginger and chilli-infused tea that’s sure 

to give you a boost. If you’re looking 

for gorgeous hair, glowing skin, 

polished nails or even lush lashes, this 

classy little spot will give you a sweet 

escape (while making you feel right at 

home), and you’re sure to leave feeling 

like the new you! Totally desirable and 

really worth a visit. Who doesn’t need a 

little TLC? Oh, and it’s really affordable! 

Details: youbar.co.za 

Add a touch of dramatic flair to your home 

Our homes may be filled with a whole lot of technology nowadays but 

there’s still room for a little (a lot of ) Bohemian inspiration. In fact, Melissa 

Davidson of The Lighting Warehouse says, ‘Bohemian-inspired interiors 

have a tendency to add some genuine humanity to our increasingly 

technology-infused lifestyles.’ Apparently Moroccan decor plays a big 

part in the mainstream popularity of the Bohemian style, bringing ‘a flair 

for the dramatic to any décor composition’, says Melissa. The Lighting 

Warehouse’s Tangiers range of metal lamps and pendants scream 

classic Moroccan and Bohemian decor styles. The lights have cutout 

patterns to allow the light to shine through and add a hint 

of magic to any room. According to Melissa, the style can be 

meshed with nearly any form of decor. This ball-shaped light is 

R1199. Details: lightingwarehouse.co.za 

Floral prints. Earthy colours. And floaty dresses. The new H&M Conscious 

Collection for Spring 2019 not only has oh-so-romantic designs but it’s also 

a statement of intent to take responsibility towards a more sustainable fashion 

industry. (By 2030, H&M wants to use only 100% recycled or other sustainablysourced 

materials. Viva!) Expect modern designs in a colour palette of earthy 

tones, blush pinks and white, made from sustainably-sourced materials like 

organic cotton or recycled polyester. Thirteen inspirational women from around 

the world feature in the campaign. Definitely worth popping into H&M from 

mid-September to see. Details: hm.com/za 

Compiled by: DANIELLA POTTER 


Ashleigh Ramsoomar, Ross Phillips, Leigh Candlish 

Khensane and Nomvula Machebe 

Local tunes 

f.ill the air 

What was a Women’s Day celebration at the Parklife 

Gourmet Food and Music Festival like? Picture a tasty 

selection of gourmet food and craft gin paired with a 

great mix of local live acts – including Matthew Mole and 

Lady Zamar ... a recipe for a hugely enjoyable day! Festive 

sounds filled the air as we soaked up the last of the winter 

sun in the beautiful garden setting next to the dam at the 

Emmarentia Botanical Gardens. Details: parklife.co.za 

Genevieve Hackart, Ruth Thornton 

Ashley Padayachnee, Shannon Paul 

Priscilla, Dundré, Milané and Martin Badenhorst 


Feminine, 

f.loral & f.ifty 

With the aim of re-creating the magic of the Chelsea Flower Show, 

owner of By Word of Mouth, Karen Short’s 50th birthday celebration 

was a floral extravaganza! Her wonderful girlfriends and close family 

members arrived for the celebration at her Joburg home to the 

sweet sounds of a saxophonist, Karen’s fave canapés (like scallops on 

chiffonade of leeks, spinach and artichoke gratin) and a flower fountain. 

A botanical gin bar kept guests refreshed and every item on the menu 

had a floral element ... the cake was a masterpiece with icing flowers 

that could easily have passed for the real thing! The Chelsea Flower 

Show will always be extraordinary ... and Karen’s celebration certainly 

took a leaf out of its book! Details: bywordofmouth.co.za 

Dot Milton 

Lee Brazier Dixie, Karen Short, Jan and Ken Brazier 

Kir Hardie, Taryn Hompes 

Vannesa Brink, Sarah-Anne Orphanides 


Lattes, laughs 

&After almost 30 years as 

one of Parkview’s favourite 

gathering spots – and 

one of Johannesburg’s 

first specialised coffee 

shops – The Perfect Cup 

is receiving a makeover. 

Owner Michelle Dancer 

spills the (coffee) beans. 

It’s Wednesday morning, and Michelle she started au pairing to fill the 

Dancer has already interrupted her 

own conversation with a number 

of smiles and waves to the people 

pushing open the door to The Perfect 

Cup – one of whom has even asked to 

borrow some money for a haircut. 

That’s the kind of place The Perfect 

Cup is – the caffeine-fuelled equivalent 

of that place where everybody knows 

your name. That makes Michelle, as the 

owner for the past 10 years, something 

of a celebrity. 

It’s a status that frequently catches 

her by surprise. Growing up, she knew 

she’d like to follow in her father’s 

footsteps as a business owner, but 

wasn’t too sure which direction 

her interest in entrepreneurism 

would take her. What she did know, 

though, was that the marketing and 

communications degree she was 

studying at the time she had her first 

encounter with The Perfect Cup, was 

just a stopgap. 

That encounter came about when 


lunchesto collect their customised blend of 

beans, sourced from Uganda, Ethiopia, 

Rwanda and Kenya. 

extra hours between lectures. Her 

employer, Deidre van Niekerk, had 

established The Perfect Cup in 1996, 

and by 2007, when the two met, the 

little coffee shop had a sizeable and 

loyal following. ‘People have always 

been drawn to this little gem. The 

fact that it’s so hidden away [tucked 

into a corner of one of Parkview’s 

neighbourhood centres] certainly 

adds to the attraction. I also think it’s 

the kind of place where people pop 

in for a quick chat and a refreshing 

cuppa after they’ve stopped at the 

pharmacist and the greengrocer. 

You all get to know each other after 

a while, and a kind of community 

grows,’ Michelle says. Of course, the 

coffee has a lot to do with it, too. The 

Perfect Cup was the home of one of 

Johannesburg’s very first roasteries, 

and the shop still roasts its own beans 

on site every morning, going through 

360kg of green beans every month. 

In fact, residents have been known 

to walk to the café every weekend 

What appealed to Michelle most, 

however, was the fact that The Perfect 

Cup’s warm and cosy atmosphere 

made it feel like an extension of 

Deidre’s home. She started helping 

out at the shop; just a little at first, then 

more and more frequently. When she 

was eventually appointed manager, 

this was an ambience she worked hard 

to maintain. 

Then, in 2010, Deidre announced she 

was planning to sell the shop within 

the next year or so, and as Michelle 

was manager, she had first option to 

purchase. For Michelle, the timing 

simply wasn’t right. She was eager to 

explore and go adventuring in France. 

‘But it soon became clear the plan 

wasn’t working out. As it turns out, I’m 

so glad I didn’t go overseas. Deidre was 

ready to sell earlier than expected, and 

I’d have missed out on the opportunity 

if I’d travelled.’ 

Michelle officially took over The Perfect 

Cup in September 2010 – but because 

she was already a familiar face and 

already knew every aspect of the 

business, the transition was a very 

easy one for her and her customers 

alike. ‘Most only realised I’d become 

the owner when they asked why they 

hadn’t seen Deidre for a couple of 

months!’ she laughs. 

Because The Perfect Cup was such 

an entrenched part of the Parkview 

community, she refrained from making 

any drastic changes, adding only a few 

tweaks, as and when needed. That all 

changed this year, when the premises 

next door became available for rent. 

It had long been Michelle’s dream to 

expand (‘Right now it feels as though

Text: LISA WITEPSKI. Photo: PETER WHITFIELD 

we’re bursting at the seams!’), and the 

new space allows her to do just that. 

She’s aware that patrons who regard 

The Perfect Cup as their Old Faithful 

may balk at the idea of a drastic 

transformation, much like you’d do a 

double take if your previously staid 

best friend suddenly shaved her head. 

But, she says, although customers 

should expect a bright, airy space with 

features like exposed brickwork giving 

a nod to current trends, the things that 

make The Perfect Cup what it is – the 

friendliness of the staff and the warm 

atmosphere – are going nowhere. 

One thing that’s very, very different, 

though, is the menu. The trademark 

offerings – like the lightest, laciest 

pancakes in Johannesburg – are now 

joined by a harvest table produced by 

renowned local foodie Kate Naughton. 

There’ll also be a new deli section, 

more home-baked goods and a 

refreshed menu with more options for 

vegans and vegetarians. 

The partnership with Kate is one of 

the things that excites Michelle most 

about The Perfect Cup’s new iteration. 

She’s also looking forward to seeing 

new faces, lured in by live music 

on Saturday afternoons and a new 

children’s corner. 

It’s fitting that the new shop has 

opened exactly nine years to the 

month since Michelle first took 

the helm – a sign, perhaps, that 

Parkviewers will enjoy at least another 

decade of spooning the froth off 

cappuccinos at their favourite 

coffee haven. 

Details: perfectcup.co.za 

Michelle’s must-haves for business owners 

• A good support structure. ‘I don’t think this would have been a success if I hadn’t had the support of my parents. 

When I bought the shop, they told me they’d be there for me if I failed – but that they knew I wouldn’t fail. They still help 

out if I need a break.’ 

• Consistency. ‘The real secret to The Perfect Cup is our manager and head barista, Bongani Sibanda. He makes sure that 

every cup is as good as the last. But it goes beyond that – if we say we’re going to do it, we do it.’ 

• Be true to yourself. ‘I’ve said it before, but The Perfect Cup really is an extension of my home, and I want everyone here 

to feel that. I couldn’t have worked here if I didn’t believe in it.’ 


Catrice ICONails Gel Lacquer in East, West, 

Pink’s Best and Nails on Fire, R59.95 from Dis-Chem 

Pretty eyes ... Clarins 4-Colour Eye Palette 

with four rosy shades, R595 • Mix it up with 

nine pretty shades from GOSH, R285 

from Edgars • Mavala Mini 

Nail Colour in Glacier, R87 

from Clicks, Dis-Chem 

and Woolworths 

Oh-so-jolly pretty! We love Elizabeth Arden 

Eyeshadow Trio in Oh So Pink. R390 

We’re having a rose-hued 

SPRING FLING 

TheraNaka Desert 

Rose diffuser, R285 

from theranaka.co.za 


Clarins Instant Light Natural Lip Perfector, R305 • Elizabeth 

Arden Beautiful Colour Moisturizing Lipstick in Pretty Pink, 

R325 • Lancome L’Absolu Rouge lipstick in Rose Lancome, 

R420 • Mavala lipstick in Nagoya, R180 from Clicks and Dis-Chem 

• Essence Velvet Matt Lipstick in 02, R49.95 from Dis-Chem • 

(Back) Elizabeth Arden Plush Up Lip Gelato in Candy Girl, R299

The Densitium by SVR range is perfect for mature 

skins ... we’re loving this moisturiser that firms 

and strengthens, R330 from Clicks • Gatineau 

Aquamemory Serum restores plumpness and water 

levels to your skin, R885 from Woolworths, Truworths 

and Edgars • NUXE Gentle Exfoliating Gel 

with rose 

petals, R305 from selected Woolworths, Edgars and 

Truworths stores. 

British cult-favourite organic 

skincare brand Skin and 

Tonic London has just landed 

here, and we’re obsessed! Try 

this Rose Mist ... described as ‘a 

flower shower’! It’ll cool, hydrate 

and tone your skin, and set your 

make-up. All with a rose scent to 

perk up your mood! R442.75 from 

nakedorganiks.co.za 

Coach Floral 

Blush is a 

new, playful 

floral scent 

inspired by 

the tea rose. 

From R805 at 

Edgars, Woolies, 

Truworths, Foschini 

and Dis-Chem 

Pure rose heaven ... Rose Eau De Toilette by Solinotes, R298 from Foschini • Intense and sensual with a floral heart ... Giorgio 

Armani Si Passione, R1560 from Edgars, Foschini, Truworths and Woolies • Alien Fusion – an oriental floral spicy creation, from 

R950 at your favourite fragrance stores • Feminine, floral, oriental ... Fleur de Murier by Karl Lagerfeld, R715 from Clicks 


Personalised, 

premium skincare 

Sorbet Sk-n offers top-notch treatments at the new salon 

There’s an amazing new spa option in town ... 

one well worth visiting. 

Sorbet’s one of our go-to spots for manis and pedis, but now it’s opened Sorbet 

Sk-n ... and it’s fabulous! 

The first of these upmarket salons specialising in personalised, premium skin care 

has just opened in Hyde Park. A chic, sleek spot with shades of grey and white 

and touches of light wood, with a young, enthusiastic and well-trained team ... it’s 

exactly what we want from a spa. 

Sorbet Sk-n focuses on a select few treatments, personalised for your specific 

needs. Clients booking for a facial receive a complimentary Visia Skin Analysis – 

multi-spectral photos of the face which show everything from wrinkles and spots 

to pores and underlying UV damage. This shows the therapist exactly what’s 

needed, and where. 

So it could be Microdermabrasion (silk peels) – for brightening, pore clarifying, 

hydrating or with a punch of vitamin C. Or one of the exceptional Exuviance 

facials for boosting and firming, or clarifying acne, or age reversing (oh, yes 

please!). The salon offers Dr Schrammek Green Peels, which we’ve heard rave 

reviews about, and a comprehensive list of laser hair removal options for men 

and women, with your initial half-hour consultation free of charge. 

One of our favourite – and massively effective – treatments offered is a 

Dermapen treatment ... it really does work for acne and scarring, for pigmentation 

and stretch marks, for skin ageing and sun damage. Yes, there are needles. No, it 

doesn’t hurt in the slightest – bar a little redness there’s no down time and you 

generally see results after the first session. 

Sorbet Sk-n has also joined forces with a local doctor who visits the salon once a 

week, offering Botox and fillers. 

Prices are comparative with other spas giving similar treatments ... and the 

therapists offer solid guidelines as to how many specific treatments you’ll need to 

treat a problem area, which is fantastic ... no guessing about timelines and costs. 

You’ll find the salon at Hyde Park Corner. Details 010-880-5444. 

One of the ranges used 

(and sold for take-home care) at 

Sorbet Sk-n is Exuviance. Really great 

products for most skin types and 

problems. Exuviance Gentle Cleansing 

Crème (R488), Antioxidant Perfect 10 

Serum (R1040), AGE Reverse Day Repair 

(R1020) and Hydrating Eye Complex 

(R520). Details: dermastore.co.za 

18 Get It Joburg Northern Suburbs September 2019

GREEN, GOLD AND 

AFRO-ASIAN 

Crouch. Touch. And engage in a shopping spree of African gems (go Bokke) and Asian 

inspiration (because the Rugby World Cup 2019 is in Japan) 

Plain peanuts are so 

bleh! Opt for Wasabi 

Bombs. They’re roasted 

peanuts coated in 

wasabi mustard 

powder ... and they’ve 

got a kick to match 

Handre Pollard’s! 

R39.90. Details: 

thegreatcape.co.za 

We’d never ditch our Bok jersey ... but we’re always on the hunt for 

a fashionable look. And this Rugby World Cup, we’re supporting 

the Springboks in Japan with Afro-Asian styles. Thinking back to 

2018 African Fashion International, SA fashion icon, Marianne 

Fassler, was already one step ahead of us with her Afro- 

Asian collection. Luckily for us, some of the garments from her 

SS18 range are still in store (or can be made to order from her 

workshop, Leopard Frock). Think an eclectic mix of print and 

crafting ... signature of the Marianne Fassler brand. From R5000. 

Leopard Frock in Saxonwold. Details: leopardfrock.co.za 

Make a date for the games 

Cheers for the new, bold 

and chic Lou Harvey store 

at BluBird Shopping 

Centre. Browse the range 

of accessories and 

bags ... like this 

Nadia handbag in 

Alexander black. 

(Perfect while 

out-and-about 

watching the 

games!) 

R524. Details: 

louharvey.com 

A big screen. A crowd of mates. And tasty snacks. 

We South Africans know how to support our boys in 

green and gold. Luckily for us, there’ll be some top 

spots to meet up so we can roar at the big screen 

alongside a whole host of fans during the 2019 

Rugby World Cup. Boktown at Montecasino will be 

up from the start of the Rugby World Cup until the 

anticipated final. You may even spot rugby icons 

and you’ll definitely want a selfie with the Springbok 

mascot, Bokkie! Also enjoy live entertainment, DJs, 

interactive activities for the kids, bars and tasty 

foods. R30. Details: tsogosun.computicket.com • Or 

gather with friends at the piazza at Melrose Arch 

for an outdoor viewing experience where you’ll 

be surrounded by big screens and an energetic 

atmosphere. Show your support by wearing green 

and gold ... the vibe promises to be terrific! From 

September 20. Free. Details: melrosearch.co.za. 

Compiled by: ANEESA ADAMS and MEGAN BRETT 


Some wok ’n roll for your taste buds 

With all the talk of the Rugby World Cup in Japan, our 

stomachs couldn’t help but grumble at the thought 

of Asian cuisine ... and luckily for us, there’s a new, 

seriously hot Asian restaurant in town. Saigon Suzy in 

Cedar Square is already a popular hang-out spot ... and 

it’s super Instagram-worthy with gorgeous Chinese 

lanterns and Japanese umbrellas hanging from the 

roof and a painting of Suzy herself ... looking smokin’ 

hot! With all-round seating arrangements, you’re sure 

to find the perfect spot to let loose and enjoy a rock 

’n roll dining experience. Take a seat and order some 

of the delicious south-east Asian-inspired street food 

(when a dish is ready, it’s brought straight to the table, 

even if your pals’ dishes aren’t ready yet). We went 

straight for prawn toast with nuoc cham dipping 

sauce. It was light, crisp and packed with flavour. With 

spring here, we recommend the Vietnamese salad with 

lime dressing ... it’s a healthy vegetarian option that 

looks and tastes amazing! There’s even a wok ’n roll 

option where, in just four steps, you can design your 

preferred dish. The menu’s perfect for sharing and the 

drinks list is wide ranging, from Asian beer to bubbly. 

Sipping a pistachio colada while listening to classic 

rock, we knew the night had just begun – then we 

learnt about the unique No Tell Motel private karaoke 

rooms with 60000 tracks to choose from! From R1000 

an hour. Small plates from R38, home-style dishes from 

R74. Details: saigonsuzy.co.za 

Embrace some local flavour 

on your cell! Internationally 

celebrated fashion brand, 

MaXhosa by Laduma has 

collaborated with local 

beadwork designer Vukile 

Batyi to create these intricate 

iPhone covers. Launched this 

year, the brand boasts a number 

of colourful designs to showcase 

the Xhosa culture in a 

modern way. From R2200. 

Details: maxhosa.africa 

We all want to sound as if 

we know what we’re talking 

about when we watch the 

game, so thank goodness 

there’s a new guide to all 

things rugby ... and Japan! 

The Rugby World Cup 

2019 by Graeme Copas will 

help us understand the 

competition. Check out 

past interviews, get some 

advice from experts and 

learn about the host nation. 

R329.90 from Sportsmans 

Warehouse. Details: 

sportsmanswarehouse.co.za

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ahead of the silly season and 

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By Word of Mouth has certainly perfected the 

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a superb reputation for its polished parties 

far and wide. So when this catering company 

throws a festive market, it’s sure to be the most 

highly organised, enjoyable and absolute 

must-visit market of the year … and this is just 

what the By Word of Mouth Festive Market 

has been for the past five years. 

This year’s anticipated By Word of Mouth 

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October 5 from 9am to 8pm and Sunday 

October 6 from 9am to 4pm – just before silly 

season hits. Go hungry and in the mood to 

shop, because you can tickle your taste buds 

with delicious foods, sip G&Ts and browse the 

40 incredible stalls where you’re sure to find 

some gorgeous gifts from the carefully curated 

vendors ... think lovely jewellery, fashionable 

clothes, pretty accessories and divine décor. 

Take your littlies along, they’ll have a ball in the 

kids’ area, which includes a jumping castle – 

such fun – while you shop up a storm. 

The market’s sure to have the signature of 

excellence, experience and special touches of 

By Word of Mouth owner, Karen Short, who 

founded the company in 1993. By Word of 

Mouth offers everything from unique designer 

menus featuring exquisite food selections 

and tastes to complete event management. 

Unsurprisingly, it’s bagged some noteworthy 

awards over the years, like Best Caterer in the 

Best of Joburg Readers’ Choice Awards for a 

whopping 19 years in a row! This market has 

become Karen’s annual event and it’s fast 

gained in popularity! 

‘We want to give visitors the best experience 

possible,’ Karen explains. 

‘We pride ourselves on attention to detail and 

have once again chosen high-end goods and 

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PLANTING 

Nadine Hardy Petzer has turned a healthy 

snack venture into a wellness empire. 

A SEED 

Anyone who grew up in the 80s and 

90s will remember the excitement 

of the pick ‘n mix counter at the local 

supermarket. It had row upon row of 

cannisters filled with all kinds of toffees 

and chocolates, waiting to be scooped 

into a paper bag, weighed and scoffed 

at home. 

The Health Food Emporium offers 

the same concept except, instead of 

sweets, those cannisters are laden with 

crunchy granola, golden linseed and 

flakes of roasted coconut – and, yes, 

if you’re someone who takes health 

seriously, the buzz of anticipation is 

just as intense. Especially when you 

catch sight of the giant vat filled with 

honey that dominates the centre 

of the store, surrounded by a helpyourself 

kombucha bar. 

The honey and kombucha are, in fact, 

the store’s best sellers, says Nadine 

Hardy Petzer, who rules this realm of 

wellness. She looks around the store as 

she speaks, as if she herself can hardly 

believe its bounty. And to think it all 

started with a seed … NuSeed, in fact. 

Nadine explains that her parents had 

always been involved in the food 

industry, so her own involvement after 

she tired of an international modelling 

career, seemed like a natural evolution. 

‘I dabbled a little in corporate, then 


tried my hand at sales. But when my 

parents’ friend introduced them to a 

roasted seed product he’d found in 

Australia, I was intrigued. Although 

wellness hadn’t yet become my 

passion, I was a healthy eater – so I 

could immediately see the potential of 

this delicious, unusual snack.’ 

Nadine and her father started 

experimenting with a roaster they 

set up on the mezzanine floor of her 

parents’ factory – ‘experiment’ being 

the operative word. ‘We had some 

very funny moments,’ she recalls, 

demonstrating on the same machine 

(still in use) how she’d feed the seeds 

through one funnel while her father 

watched at the other end, 

shouting, ‘Faster! No, no, 

slower!’ 

After several attempts, they 

perfected their product. 

Nadine’s father already 

enjoyed relationships 

with major retailers, which 

enabled them to get their product on 

shelves, albeit under the store’s private 

label. ‘Back then, healthy eating had 

yet to become the phenomenon it 

is today, but having a supermarket 

presence helped the product grow legs,’ 

Nadine says. Indeed, enough people 

were sprinkling her seeds onto their 

salads, oats and smoothies, or simply 

snacking on them, to prompt her to 

launch her own brand. NuSeed made 

its appearance in 2012, five years after 

she roasted her first batch of seeds. 

Since then, the range has grown, in 

line with Nadine’s own interest in 

wellness. First came NuMe, a range of 

pre-mixed, low carb breads and cereals 

– ideal for people following a paleo or 

gluten-free diet. ‘I’d just started Banting, 

and was fed up with the effort it took 

to find ingredients. I knew there had 

to be an easier way,’ Nadine says. That 

was also the thinking that spurred the 

2018 launch of Not So Naughty, the 

kind of treats usually off limits to 

those watching their sugar and 

carb intake. 

Then came the Health Food 

Emporium – a space that 

wasn’t exactly planned, but 

came about as a matter of 

course. It started as a factory 

shop stocking all NuSeed’s 

products, but expanded naturally 

following the growing demand from 

people who desired a healthier 

way of life yet weren’t quite sure 

how to go about it. The emporium’s 

restaurant developed in a similar 

fashion. Because she supplies many 

ingredients for private labels, Nadine 

needed a test kitchen – so why not 

use the kitchen to whip up goodies 

using her own products, allowing 

shoppers to see how they can be 

used? 

Although Nadine describes the 

store as a ‘bridge’ for those travelling 

towards a healthier destination, 

it’s clear that wellness education 

has had an impact on shopper 

habits. This explains the popularity 

I was a healthy eater – so I 

could immediately see the potential of this 

delicious, unusual snack. 

of products like kefir. ‘People are 

increasingly aware of the importance 

of gut health, so this is definitely 

one of our best sellers. NuSeed also 

remains in demand, because people 

are constantly on the lookout for 

healthier snacking alternatives.’ 

It can be tricky to keep abreast of 

customer expectations, especially 

as they are influenced by everchanging 

food trends. Nadine admits 

she’s obsessive about research – in 

addition to online searches, she’s a 

regular at international food shows. 

She even makes a point of visiting 

health stores and food shops when 

If you’re looking for a 

sweet treat that’s totally 

delicious but also nutritious, 

try NuMe’s Not So Naughty 

range. Nadine says the 

brownie mix is her fave as it’s 

so decadent she almost feels 

she’s cheating ... but she’s not! 

The NuMe products start from 

R38.95. Find them at Dis-Chem, 

Clicks, Pick n Pay, Food 

Lover’s and selected 

SPAR stores. 

she’s on holiday, so she can get 

a first-hand perspective on new 

products and developing consumer 

interests. 

It may sound interesting and 

exciting, but for an entrepreneur, 

the next challenge is always around 

the corner. Ironically, one of these 

challenges is the rapid growth of 

the business, because it means that 

Nadine has to shift her mindset out 

of operational mode to assume 

a more management-oriented, 

forward-planning role. At the 

same time, heading a business in 

the heavily male-dominated food 

manufacturing space comes with its 

own set of difficulties. ‘Our 

clients and suppliers often 

fail to take us seriously and 

we have to work hard to 

prove ourselves,’ she muses. 

Not that this is stopping 

her, however. Nadine’s next 

step will be to move into 

even larger premises, while her online 

shopping portal is set to launch 

shortly. 

Her advice to other entrepreneurs? 

‘Don’t be afraid to innovate – in fact, 

you should innovate constantly. Keep 

an eye open for gaps – and make sure 

you know what everyone else in your 

industry is doing. Above all, remember 

that anything is possible if you have 

passion. Don’t give up, even though 

your business is a dance between 

work, family and kids. Yes, it can be 

difficult – but that’s all part and parcel 

of the dream.’ 

Details: nutriseed.co.za 

Text: LISA WITEPSKI. Photo: PETER WHITFIELD. 


Tickle your taste buds 

Time to adjust your palate and pull out all the stops as we leap into spring with some 

healthier – but still incredibly tasty – options 

Caramel roast peach and 

prosciutto salad 

Salads that are a complete meal 

make a perfect warm weather 

lunchtime treat. This salad offers 

juicy, subtle sweetness in the form 

of roasted peaches dusted with the 

new Tastebud Caramel spice. Umami 

richness appears, care of thin slices 

of prosciutto. Add crunchy green 

leaves and herbs, pops of festive red 

pomegranate and a light vinaigrette 

and it’s our idea of happiness on a 

plate. You can make these roasted 

caramel peaches under your grill, 

but why not take them outside to 

the braai grid? It’s summer after all! 

You’ll need: 

4 peaches, apricots or nectarines, 

halved and stones removed; Cape 

Herb & Spice Tastebud Caramel 

spice; 2 Tblsps melted butter; a 

packet of prosciutto; selection 

of green leaves and herbs; 

pomegranate rubies; 2 Tblsps olive 

oil; 2 Tblsps neutral vegetable oil like 

avocado or canola; 2 Tblsps red wine 

vinegar; half Tblsp pomegranate 

molasses (optional); pinch of salt 

and pepper 

To make: 

Paint fruit with the melted butter, 

dust liberally with Caramel spice 

and place under a hot grill or cut 

side down on a braai grid until 

caramelised. 

To make the vinaigrette, whisk oils, 

vinegar and pomegranate molasses 

together, add a generous pinch 

of salt and freshly ground pepper. 

Dress the leaves and plate up with 

the warm peaches and prosciutto. 

Serves four. 

There’s a massive, ever-growing health conscious 

movement worldwide ... hooray, we say! 

More and more people are looking to eat healthily, searching for ingredients 

with no artificial flavourants or colourants, no preservatives or added MSG, non 

GMO ... and they very often want them suitable for vegans, too. Hello Tastebud 

– the new brilliant range of spices from Cape Herb & Spice – which offers all 

this, and more! With seven popular flavours to choose from – think Savoury, 

Seeded, Zesty, Spicy, Herbed, Umami and Caramel – making well-flavoured 

food, spicy or sweet, savoury or salty, has never been easier (or tasted this 

good). You’ll find them at your local stores for around R39.95 each. 

Details: www.capeherb.co.za 


With an explosion of colour and taste, 

Jamie Oliver shows just how delicious 

veggie meals can be. The recipes in VEG 

will, he says, leave you feeling full, satisfied 

and happy – and not missing meat from 

your plate. From simple suppers and family 

faves to weekend dishes for sharing with 

friends, from embracing a meat-free day 

each week to living a vegetarian lifestyle, or 

for those just wanting to try some brilliant 

new flavour combos, VEG has something 

for everyone ... and it’s crammed with 

Jamie-style tips and tricks that will excite 

the taste buds. ‘It’s all about celebrating 

really good, tasty food that just happens to 

be meat-free,’ he says. Penguin, R430 

Compiled by: MEGAN BRETT and MPHO MOLOTO 

Let’s be honest, we often have more 

cheat days than we’d like to admit 

just because our busy schedules don’t 

allow us to cook wholesome meals. 

Well those days are over ... thanks 

to UCOOK. (We cook but it almost 

looks like a chef did!) The meals are 

wholesome and healthy, and can 

be tailored to your lifestyle. Choose 

from 12 seasonal recipes. (So it’s 

not the same thing every week.) All 

the ingredients are packaged and 

delivered to you. Easy! One stand-out 

dish is the Cajun trout. Creator Runet 

van Heerden describes it as, ‘Charred 

piquanté peppers and baby tomatoes 

decorate a bed of brown and wild 

rice, topped with Cajun-spiced trout 

and lightly pickled cucumber.’ This, 

in just 40 minutes with five simple 

steps ... and oh, my does it tick all the 

boxes when it comes to clean eating 

and a balance of protein, veg and the 

right carbs! Sign up and choose your 

preferred plan. From R265, depending 

on the number of people and orders a 

week. Details: ucook.co.za 

When two culinary forces join up to form the ultimate vegan-friendly hang-out 

spot, you’d better believe the result is worth a visit (or a few). Melrose Arch’s The 

Grind Coffee Shop and Hyde Park’s Honest Food Store have opened a plantbased, 

vegan-friendly, healthy eatery – The Grind Greenery in Melrose Arch. 

Positioned just above The Grind Coffee Shop, it stays true to the Honest Food 

Store’s ethos of creating healthy, holistic and honest living. After spending a 

festive evening at this new spot enjoying a delicious seven-course meal (our 

stomachs were bulging!), we feel we can say with certainty that the meals are 

must-trys. While the meals we sampled are not on the a la carte menu, they’re 

available as event canapés and it would be an injustice not to tell you about how 

delicious they are. For starters, we tried an oh-so-homely charred red pepper 

and tomato soup, then a colourful plate of smoked ‘salmon’ ribbons with pickled 

carrots and a papaya salad before we put our forks through The Shimeji – a 

turmeric risotto with a corn puree, popcorn and shimeji mushrooms. (It paired 

beautifully with Bouchard Finlayson Sauvignon Blanc.) There are many ways to 

prepare the low-fat protein, tofu, and we have to tell you that the salsa verde tofu 

with kale chips, crispy peas and a spring oil is probably our favourite yet. Also try 

the nasu nibitashi ... Asian braised eggplant. Not ones to shy away from dessert, 

we loosened our belt buckles and tucked into a blueberry sorbet shooter and 

raspberry cheesecake with pomegranate seeds and edible flowers. Sweetly 

decadent. There’s also a range of tasty home-made, sugar-free, dairy-free and 

gluten-free snacks available downstairs at The Grind Coffee Shop. Mmm. Brekkie 

starts from R50 and lunch from R70. Details: thegrindgreeney.co.za or follow @ 

thegrindza on Insta and Facebook 


GET IT READERS’ EVENT 

PICTURE PERFECT 

WITH CANON 

Imagine if every dish you styled – and served – was Instagram-ably perfect! 

Well, it will be, after our delicious creative workshop, where a top food 

stylist will show you the tricks of the trade, and then you’ll learn how to take 

the perfect picture. What’s more ... there’ll be bubbles and cakes and loads 

of treats ... including a sensational goodie bag and some extraordinary lucky 

draw prizes. Limited to 50 guests, the morning will be glam and intimate, 

and you’ll get one-on-one help with your styling skills, too! 

9am to 1pm 

Saturday September 28 

Blueberry Hill Hotel, Honeydew 

Tickets cost R300 a 

person, booking 

absolutely essential 

Bookings at quicket.co.za

Cushion comfort 

Update your look with some perfectly plump new cushions 

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Details: 086-069-0707. 

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1. Duna scatter cushion, R1210 from Mezzanine. Details: 

mezzanineinteriors.co.za • 2. Wild thing scatter cushion, R1150 from Esque. 

Details: esque.co.za • 3. Velvet foil palm feather scatter cushion, R399.99 

from Mr Price Home. Details: mrphome.com • 4. Textured Stella scatter 

cushion, R895 from Weylandts. Details: 010-900-3202 • 5. Velvet cushion 

cover, R129 from H&M Home • 6. Plush velvet scatter cushion, R740 from 

Mezzanine. Details: 086-069-0707 • 7. Crewel zebra stripe scatter cushion, 

R129.99 from Mr Price Home. Details: 086-069-0707 • 8. Cactus silk cushion, 

R999 from The Storer. Details: the storer.co. • 9. Layered leaf cushion cover, 

R299 from Superbalist. Details: superbalist.com

Succulents in terracotta pots, R139.99 each from Woolies. 

What’s potting? 

It’s spring, and we’re planting dahlias, busy Lizzies and all things pretty 


Garden tasks for September 

• Plant out summer annuals like salvias, 

marigold, bedding dahlias, gazanias, 

alyssum, dianthus, and mimulus, water 

twice a week and fertilize with a liquid 

fertilizer once a month. • Annuals to 

grow from seed for a big splash of 

colour include marigolds, alyssum, 

cosmos, cornflowers and lobelia, as 

well as scatter packs which are readymade 

mixes of summer annuals for 

sun or shade. • Perennials that grow 

easily from seed include hollyhocks, 

Shasta daisies, asters, scabious, statice, 

sweet William, aquilegia, Arctotis, and 

foxgloves. • Cut back or tidy up summer 

perennials to encourage new growth. 

Start watering more regularly and 

fertilize with 5:1:5, 3:1:5 or 8:1:5. • Feed 

irises with superphosphate. Cannas, 

day lilies, coreopsis and dahlias can 

still be divided and replanted into well 

composted soil. • Clivia shows take place 

in September and they’re worth a visit 

if you want to add to your collection. • 

Amaryllis, day lilies, and Louisiana irises 

can be planted from early September, 

but wait until the middle of September 

to plant Crocosmia and dahlias. • Keep 

watering spring flowering bulbs and 

liliums. • Fertilize flowering shrubs with 

5:1:5 or 3:1:5 and foliage shrubs with 

3:2:1. Trim winter flowering shrubs such 

as poinsettia. • If not done last month, 

scarify, aerate, fertilize and water the 

lawn. Water once a week or every 

two weeks and mow weekly when 

necessary.

Best for patios... 

Verbena peruviana Firehouse is perfect for hanging baskets 

and containers because it forms a mound of flowers that 

easily fills a hanging basket or patio planter. What’s different 

about this verbena is that it doesn’t cycle in and out of 

flowers. New flowers are opening as the old ones die. The 

foliage is tough and disease resistant too. Place in a position 

that receives morning sun and afternoon shade. Baskets 

require daily watering in summer and containers every 

second to third day. Use a liquid fertilizer for flowers twice a 

month. Plants are available in eight different colours including 

purple fizz and lavender. Details: ballstraathof.co.za 

Hummingbirds umbrella, R690 from 

Rosehip. Details: rosehipdesign.co.za 

Compiled by: KATE ARGO and ALICE COETZEE 

There’s a massive move towards healthy eating – from those simply choosing 

to have one or two meatless days each week to full-on vegetarianism. One of 

our favourite restaurants that has fully – and quite deliciously – embraced this 

worldwide trend is Lexi’s ... which has just opened a second little restaurant 

at The Zone @ Rosebank. It’s so pretty and fresh ... think lush hanging plants, 

a growing wall and a spectacular graffiti wall. We’re addicted to the caramel 

smoothie bowls – arguably the best in town, they’re perfect for (but certainly 

not restricted to) kick-starting your busy day. The falafel wraps will surely convert 

a carnivore, and for those looking for sweet treats, it has the yummiest waffles 

and vegan ice cream imaginable! It’s all about health ... without sacrificing taste! 

Details: 083-385-5823. 

Olive vase, R1795 from Weylandts. 

Details: weylandts.co.za 

We’re planting ... 

the new bedding impatiens, Beacon, 

that blooms from spring to the 

first frost and is highly resistant 

to downy mildew. Busy Lizzies 

(Impatiens walleriana) used to fill 

shady gardens, until the fungus 

disease wiped them out. After years 

of breeding and collaboration, seed 

growers have finally bred a highly 

resistant variety. It was successfully 

trialled overseas and in Joburg last 

year and the thumbs-up given for its 

release this spring. Beacon does not 

require any special treatment. It does 

best in shade to semi-shade, requires 

well-composted soil and regular 

watering. Fertilize once a month 

with a liquid fertilizer to encourage 

plentiful flowers. Flower colours are 

bright red, orange, violet shades, 

salmon, white and coral as well as a 

mix. This highly resistant impatiens is 

identifiable from other varieties by a 

colourful Beacon label. 

Details: ballstraathof.co.za 


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Get fit 

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Our nifty fitness guide takes 

you on a journey of health and 

wellness. Experts share their stories 

and tips, we find a trio of ways to 

stay trim and you can even shop 

for workout gear to give you some 

added motivation. 

Enjoy! 


Pack a punch 

When motivation to 

work out is lost, actress, 

celebrity boxing champion 

and many people’s 

#FitGoals, Nicole Bessick 

shares how commitment 

needs to take over. 

We know her for her roles on local 

hit series Broken Vows and the 

internationally acclaimed crime thriller 

Cold Harbour, but there’s a whole lot 

more to actress Nicole Bessick. Her 

off-camera roles include being an 

anti-bullying activist, celebrity boxing 

champion, Shield ambassador and 

an all-round wonder woman. We 

caught up with the person behind 

the characters to get her thoughts on 

fitness and motivation. 

Nicole has been dubbed ‘Action Barbie’ 

for challenging stereotypes and for her 

representation of strong women on 

our local screens. Her leisure activities 

include fighting, firearms and fast cars, 

largely so she could take control of her 

stunts. Whatever her motivation, it’s 

clear she’s not the kind of woman to be 

pushed around. ‘There’s nothing more 

empowering than being able to defend 

yourself, and my fight training does just 

that,’ Nicole says. 

‘Every time I get into the ring, I feel I’m 

contributing to eliminating barriers 

and shattering the perception of the 

limitations on women. With each 

fight, I’m amazed at how powerful and 

enduring the female body is!’ 

It’s easy to look at Nicole’s routine of 

10 workouts a week and feel a little 

intimidated by how this woman is 

everyone’s #FitGoals. She keeps up with 

her training and fitness at Apex Gym 

in Bryanston and Essie Aesthetics at 

Unique Physique, donning her workout 

gear favourites, DF Fashion, Adidas and 

Body Game. ‘I start each morning with 

a strength session with my trainer and 

internationally acclaimed bodybuilder, 

Stefan Estment, and end each evening 

with a fight session at Apex Gym (either 

boxing or jiu-jitsu), with my coach and 

UFC Fighter Don Madge.’ 

That said, she certainly has days when 

she doesn’t want to leave the cosiness 

of her bed. ‘Some days are easier than 

others, but that shouldn’t influence 

your effort,’ Nicole says. 

‘On tough days, “commitment” must 

pull rank over “motivation”, because 

motivation is the first thing that 

goes out of the window when we 

feel low on energy or have no drive. 

Commitment means staying dedicated 

to a goal long after the original mood 

has left you. It’s the key to whether you 

reach your goal or not.’ 

So what does Nicole Bessick suggest 

we couch potatoes do to turn into 

the slim-cut French fries we always 

dreamed of becoming? ‘Start. It’s that 

simple. Start somewhere,’ she says. 

‘Every champion was once a beginner. 

Take it one day at a time. Ask yourself, 

“What can I do in the next 24 hours 

to make sure I’m one step closer to 

getting to where I want to be?” Keep 

doing that, every single day, one day at 

Nicole’s motivation tips 

1 

2 

3 

4 

5 

Choose an activity you enjoy. Some days are harder than others when 

energy or drive levels are low. But when you choose a fitness activity you 

enjoy, sticking to it becomes a lot easier. 

Work out in the morning. By getting up early and heading to the gym 

before you start your day, you’ve successfully avoided the eight to 10 hours 

you’d be able to talk yourself out of going. It’s also incredibly energising and 

gives you a great start to your day! 

Do meal prep the night before. Training accounts for one hour of 

your day, while controlling what you eat makes up the other 23 hours. 

Prepare healthy meals the night before so you aren’t tempted to buy food 

throughout the day. You don’t know how it’s being prepared or the quality 

of the ingredients included. 

Dress for a workout, even if you’re not feeling up to it. Research suggests 

our brains are susceptible to ‘clothed cognition’, meaning that dressing for 

the part can help you fuel your ambition to complete a chosen task. 

Sleep. You can’t start an engine on an empty tank. 

a time and you’re well on your way!’ 

It won’t be easy. ‘Your body won’t be 

used to that kind of training, your 

mind won’t be used to that kind of 

conditioning and your stomach may 

not be used to that kind of good food. 

So the natural reaction is to quit. It’s 

only once you start to see results that 

fitness becomes an addiction. That’s 

why so few people stick to it, so choose 

fitness activities you enjoy!’ 

And don’t despair, dear reader. Cheats 

are allowed. Nicole eats six to seven 

high carb, high protein meals a day (to 

fuel those 10 workouts), but she also 

gets a cheat window of two hours each 

week when she stuffs her face. ‘Burgers, 

fries, chocolate – a great margarita!’ She 

also has a weakness for fizzy drinks. 

Overall, Nicole’s biggest goal is holistic 

fitness. ‘To truly be fit is to have all the 

elements of holistic fitness on lock – 

the physical (maintaining a healthy 

shape or size), the emotional (being 

able to deal with whatever comes 

your way), the mental (staying sharp 

and mentally agile) and the spiritual 

(understanding the connectedness of 

all things in the world and knowing 

where you fit).’ This mindset reflects in 

Nicole’s use of social media. ‘While it’s 

great to be someone’s #FitGoals, it’s also 

important for me to be honest with 

those who follow my journey about 

the bad days too,’ she says. 

‘I’m human. There are days I don’t 

want to get out of bed or when I don’t 

feel my best and those need to be 

shown too.’ 

Details: Instagram @Nicole_Bessick 

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Text: TAYLA BLAIRE. Photo: Kyle Clark Digital Agency

FROM 

SPIKES 

TO SCRUMS 

Meet Alyssa Conley: 

She’s an Olympic 

sprinter-cum-rugby 

sevens athlete 

who cherishes 

consistency, 

believing in 

yourself – and 

cheat days! 

Did you know that Michael Jordan 

(arguably the greatest basketball star 

of all time) was also a phenomenal 

baseball player? Turns out South 

Africa has its own Michael Jordan in 

the form of Olympic sprinter Alyssa 

Conley who’s just swapped her track 

spikes for rugby boots! 

After the World Cup Sevens last 

year, the women’s team coach, Paul 

Delport, and his conditioning coach, 

Tim Qumbu, decided they didn’t have 

enough speed. So how could that be 

instantly improved? By hiring one of 

the fastest women in South Africa, 

with a personal best of 11.23 seconds 

for the 100m sprint. It’s easy to see 

how that could be useful on the 

rugby field. ‘My biggest challenge is 

to break through my fitness threshold 

because with sevens, it’s not about 

how fast you run, but about how fast 

you can run repeatedly!’ Alyssa says. 

Another benefit of being a rugby 

novice is that no time need be spent 

eliminating bad habits from previous 

decades of play. But that doesn’t make 

the challenge of learning all the rules, 

learning how to change direction 

and suddenly stop and, perhaps most 

gruelling, learning to take a hit – a big 

one at that. 

Alyssa’s up to the challenge, however. 

‘I realised I needed a new challenge 

in life and I wanted to move out of 

my comfort zone. I’ve been in an 


Text: TAYLA BLAIRE. Photo: PETER WHITFIELD 

individual sport for so long and I 

wanted to try a team sport. I’m just 

trying to be an advocate for women 

in sport, proving that if you work 

hard and believe in yourself, you can 

achieve anything.’ 

The transition has been going well, 

helped along by the inclusion of 

ShadowBall training alongside 

the women’s sevens training. The 

ShadowBall is half a rugby ball that 

rebounds off any wall and enables 

solo training, allowing players to 

work on their skills when the team 

isn’t practising. The Pass Booster 

programme has been proved to 

boost passing and catching abilities 

by as much as 266 per cent in four 

weeks. Alyssa credits the ShadowBall 

training as being integral to her swift 

mastery of a completely foreign 

sporting discipline. ‘Training with the 

ShadowBall has been very beneficial 

for me,’ says Alyssa. 

‘The training has helped me to 

integrate into the new sport and 

overcome my personal challenges. 

It enables and accelerates quick 

movements and reaction time and 

it’s helped immensely to be able 

to continue practicing at home on 

my own.’ 

Alyssa works out six days a week, 

with three to four sessions a day, with 

each session lasting at least an hour. 

She admits to always wanting to skip 

workouts (so it’s not just us) but her 

motivation pulls her through. 

‘So many women are following my 

career path and transition, so that 

keeps me motivated. They send me 

messages of encouragement and 

that keeps my perseverance high 

– I never want to give up. I’m also 

surrounded by a lot of positivity from 

my family and friends. They all keep 

me motivated and believe in me.’ 

Alyssa’s also willing to take it easy – 

sometimes. ‘I have a lot of cheat days. 

Most of my days are cheat days. I love 

eating! My favourite cheat meal is 

sushi but I also can’t resist anything 

my mother bakes. If I’m fat one day, 

we’ll blame it on my mother.’ 

So what does a day in Alyssa’s life look 

like? ‘First, coffee. I’m a coffee addict. 

I then go to do my first session in 

the morning. I love training in the 

morning! Next I’ll see a few clients 

because I do personal training. Then 

I go for another session of either 

running or else skills and conditioning 

with Shadowball Academy. Then I 

coach athletics at a high school. After 

that, I do another workout if it’s on my 

programme.’ 

Alyssa’s motivation tips: 

1. Know your goals and keep your eye on your vision. 

2. Be consistent. Work every day to get closer to your goals. 

3. Be yourself and believe in yourself. 

4. Surround yourself with positivity – people who pick you up, 

not put you down. 

5. You never know how close you are to your goal, so never give up! 

You can spot Alyssa training 

at the Crossfit gym at World of 

Rugby wearing her favourite 

Nike workout clothes. ‘I enjoy a 

bit of weight-training mixed with 

high-intensity cardio. Running is 

actually my least favourite, believe 

it or not.’ It is pretty hard to 

believe as she first started running 

at an age when most kids are 

still figuring out how to tie their 

shoelaces. ‘I got into track at the 

age of four. I’d been running for 

about 21 years before I decided to 

make the switch. I always wanted 

to be an Olympian.’ Now that 

dream has been achieved and 

her track goals have been met. 

Next up is the qualifying event 

for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics for 

Rugby Sevens in October, but we 

know Alyssa’s got it all in hand. 

‘My athletics career has taught me 

about perseverance and mental 

strength,’ she explains. 

‘I want to use these assets and 

be an inspiration for women 

everywhere, showing what’s 

possible through hard work.’ 

Details: Keep an eye on Alyssa 

Conley’s journey by following her on 

Instagram @a.c_speedstar or check 

out www.alyssaconley.com 


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sculpt our body (phew!) in 

a class that’s great fun. (Yay!) 

Bootybarre and barre fusion classes at 

the fabulous fitness and dance studio 

in Norwood, Fitness Booty-ique 

seriously took us through our paces. 

Ahead of the class, owner Gaelle Le 

Lagadec explained barre features a 

hybrid of ballet, yoga and Pilates with 

added small, controlled movements 

and the use of props, like resistance 

bands, core balls, sliders and 1kg hand 

weights, to work off our booty! And 

we did! It was hard going contracting 

and releasing our muscles, but Gaelle 

promises the more regularly we tone, 

the more trimmed we’ll be ... and that 

our energy levels will increase. Barre 

also helps with gaining strength, 

rehabilitating injuries and improving 

posture and flexibility. Here’s to that! 

Gaelle has a fantastically energetic vibe 

that gets the whole class motivated 

and she showcases the moves first, so 

they’re easy to follow. Trying out the 

ballet- and dance-inspired moves was 

comical (and effective). One move 

follows the other so it’s a class that’s sure 

to keep you on your toes, and coming 

back for more ... with friends! Around 

R180. Details: fitnessbootyique.co.za 

be honest, we Joburgers live seriously stressful lives ... and 

‘tense’ pretty much sums up how we were feeling before we 

stepped into Nadine Hurwitz’s gorgeous, tranquil Yoga Lova studio 

in Illovo. As the class begins, Nadine turns on a gentle soundtrack to 

soothe our busy minds ... and that’s just what yoga’s all about: Mind 

and body. The movements help to build fitness, strengthen muscles 

and create a balanced, centred mental state. And it’s a workout, all 

right ... our beginner’s muscles were aching the next day! But we vowed we’d 

make this our regular form of exercise. Nadine creates a comforting environment 

... she’s super-interactive with everyone in the class, even while she demonstrates 

each movement. (We don’t know how she does it!) We left feeling rejuvenated 

and ready to tackle our (never-ending) list of chores. Honestly, it’s really worth a 

try ... and you can choose from a range of classes from beginners to advanced 

and even ones for mums-to-be. From R150. Details: yoga-lova.com 

3Cardio on a treadmill can be yawn-worthy ... so luckily for us there are two 

really great reasons to pull on our takkies, call up our buddies and hit the 

tarmac. (Both are for great causes, other than shedding some kilos.) The 

Joburg leg of the SPAR Women’s Challenge hits the streets around 

Marks Park Sports Club on October 6. Run an easy 5km or push yourself in 

the 10km race. The vibe’s always electric, and you can take your old takkies 

along for the ‘Drop off a pair and show you care’ campaign. Reach for Recovery is the 

beneficiary of this year’s race ... in light of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. 

R100. Details: sparjoburgrace.co.za • If walking’s more your thing, put some mileage 

on your legs in a 5km or 8km crusade against breast cancer in the Avon Justine 

iThemba Walkathon ... now in its 14th year! Also at Marks Park Sports Club. 

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DNA testing can tell a lot 

Don’t underestimate the impact the 

environment and factors like diet 

and exercise can have on our health. 

So says Dr Danny Meyersfeld who 

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company that uses cutting-edge DNA 

testing to give us and our medical 

practitioners information on our health 

status so we can reach optimum 

wellness. Danny felt there was a lack 

of awareness in SA of the healthcare 

advances that were made possible 

by the Human Genome Project ... and 

so, in 2007, DNAlysis Biotechnology 

was born and it offers a range of 

DNA tests. It’s pretty simple to take 

them – your doctor can order a DNA 

kit through the DNAlysis network to 

be delivered to your door. Don’t eat 

or drink for an hour beforehand, then 

use the swab sample kit to take a 

DNA sample from the inside of your 

cheek and courier it to the lab. Danny 

explains, ‘Our aim is to get this research 

into the public domain, so people 

can make more informed decisions 

and practitioners can work with a 

patient’s DNA, instead of against it.’ 

The pharmacogenomics tests, like 

Medcheck, can tell how our unique 

genetics determine how our bodies 

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There are a few nutrigenomic tests, 

and the DNA Diet is a firm favourite ... 

it can determine what type of diet we 

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skincare. There’s even DNA Mind that 

can look at the genetic variations that 

could have an effect on a person’s 

mental health. With one of the leading 

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our doorstep in Illovo, it’s worth a try! 

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