Pretoria - March 24

PRETORIA 

LOUISE 

SCHOONWINKEL 

Homeschooling for the win 

The perfect 

EASTER 

Long weekend reads, egg-citing 

recipes and a pastel gingham wish list 

PATERNOSTER 

A must-visit 

West Coast gem 

Beauty buys for 

blushing teens 

We’re giving 

away a R10k 

Thule voucher 

SHOPPING, PEOPLE AND LIFESTYLE IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD 

MARCH 24

CONTENTS 

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National Group Editor and National Sales 

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Journalist Alanicka Lotriet 

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THIS MONTH 

04 A lovely lineup for the month of March 

06 Book Club ... page through fab reads over the long weekend 

08 Wishlist ... pastel gingham for Easter 

10 Social ... a jolly celebration honouring prickly pears 

PEOPLE 

12 Louise Schoonwinkel inspires growth at a young age 

14 Teen Engelize Jacobs - already buzzing with success 

BEAUTY & BABES 

16 Look good while living the sweet life 

18 Only the best for babe to bring on the smiles and giggles 

FOOD 

20 Yummy food for your little munchkin 

22 A tray of eggs will go a long way 

GARDENING 

24 Time to perk up your patio and harvest herbs 

TRAVEL 

30 Camping with the kids made easy 

32 Paternoster ... a pretty place to explore 

WIN 

34 A R10 000 Thule voucher to shop online 

Competition rules 

The judges’ decision is final. Prizes cannot be 

transferred or redeemed for cash. Competitions 

are not open to the sponsors or Caxton 

employees or their families. Get It Magazine 

reserves the right to publish the names of 

winners, who will be contacted telephonically 

and need to collect their prizes from Caxton 

Northern branch within 10 days or they will be 

forfeited. Prizewinners’ names are published on 

our Facebook page monthly. 

COVER PHOTO 

Photographer: Hilda Mans 

Make-up: Heidie Fourie 

Hair: Janine Lategan 

MARCH 24 

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March 24 Get It Magazine 03

A hot date! 

We’re marching toward a lovely lineup for the month of March! 

Brooklyn Mall’s hosting a Flash Sale Pop Up Shop and daily fashion shows 

that might just blow your mind! Support local talent and shop directly from 

the designers you love. The perfect opportunity to pop right in, and make a 

statement with your style! This is your call to celebrate fashion, community, and 

the vibrant spirit of South African design. March 1 to March 3 at the Brooklyn 

Main Atrium court. 

If you have a date for the Get It diary page, email the info at least a month in advance to lanie@caxton.co.za01 

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The first Mark op die 

Markplein of the year is 

finally here! Think Parkrun, mountain 

bike trails and a 2km night fun 

walk for the fitness fanatics, some 

mandjiedans and boeresports for 

the young at heart, and goodie 

galore at their famous market under 

the stars. So, you might want to 

mark your diary for some weekend 

fun with the whole fam! March 1 

from 4pm to 10pm and March 2 

from 7am to 3pm at the Voortrekker 

Monument. R20 per vehicle. 

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If you’re looking for peace 

in the middle of the city, 

some sun and a little grass to enjoy 

a relaxed afternoon with some 

good music, drinks and food, then 

look no further. Spoegwolf and 

Friends is just what you need! Think 

Spoegwolf, Early B, Zaan Sonnekus, 

Die Piesangskille and more. All on 

one stage during the golden hours 

with the people you love. Loftus 

Park. From 10am. R250 per person 

from planton.mobi 

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This one’s for all the nature 

lovers! The Endangered 

Wildlife Trust (EWT) will be 

throwing a fundraiser to support 

the Carnivore Range Expansion 

Project. From their knowledge 

and experience, and as carnivore 

conservation experts, they have 

developed a reintroduction blueprint 

to conserve and restore our most 

threatened carnivores across the 

African landscape. Your attendance 

will secure a donation to this highimpact 

plan, plus, it’s going to be 

a blast for all! Remember to dress 

smartly. 5pm at the Pretoria Country 

Club in Waterkloof. No under 13s. 

R750 per person from quicket.co.za 

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If you’re into running, this is 

an event you don’t want to 

skip! Mark your calendars and lace 

up those sneakers for the Windgate 

Road Runners’ Mooo’se Race. You’ve 

got options - 5km, 10km, or even a 

half marathon! And guess what? Your 

entry includes some great lucky draw 

prizes up for grabs. Plus, everyone 

who finishes gets a medal! 6am 

at Irene Village Mall. From R80 per 

person from entryninja.com 

17 

René Niewoudt realises she 

is about to lose everything. 

Her husband, her life and her home. 

The bulldozers and demolition 

vehicles arrive to destroy her life 

and she is pushed to the breaking 

point. So, she climbs to the top 

of her roof where she gains a 

different perspective on life. Catch 

this one-woman show – Die Vrou 

op die Dak - by the talented Jeani 

Swiegelaar from 3pm at the 

Atterbury Theatre. Tickets from 

R180 per person from seatme.co.za 

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If you’re the Sunday fun-day 

type, the Gaan Bos show 

will be right up your alley! Think 

live performances by Chris Steyn, 

Zaan Sonnekus, and Karlien van 

Jaarsveld. The best part? There’s a 

kid-friendly area and playground, 

for the little ones too. And, if you 

don’t want to pass up your Sunday 

lunch, you won’t have to, as the 

restaurant will cater for all those 

hungry tummies. From 11am at 

Bosvelder Pub & Restaurant. Tickets 

are R200 per person from itickets. 

co.za (available online only) 

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Gather your family and 

friends for a day of delight 

at Fijnwyn Bubbles. Step into the 

wonderful world of bubbles from 

25 prestigious wine farms and 

delve into a symphony of varietals, 

including rich reds, crisp whites, 

and vibrant rosés. There will also 

be some delectable bites from top 

notch street food vendors. The 

perfect opportunity to sip, savour, 

and mingle! A celebration of family, 

friends, and the finer things in life. 

March 21 and March 23 from 10am 

at Shokran Events Venue. Tickets are 

R200 per person from itickets.co.za 

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Valiant Swart is in town 

again for a delightful evening 

of songs and stories - some deep 

and serious, others cheerful and 

mischievous. Apart from many 

old faves such as Sonvanger, 

Jakarandastrate and Eyeshadow, 

Valiant recently released a new 

album - the first in seven years - with 

ten brand-new hits. If you want a 

taste of his most recent work, you 

won’t want to miss this! 7pm at the 

Atterbury Theatre. Tickets from R180 

per person from seatme.co.za 

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Calling all car lovers and collectors! 

Go and show the town your pride and 

joy at Pretoria’s Vintage Car & Bike 

Show. There will also be plenty of stalls 

selling vintage toy cars, collectibles, car 

memorabilia, antiques and other unique 

products, hand-picked to compliment 

the event. You can take the whole family 

along. There will be loads of food trucks, 

entertainment and a beer garden too! 

Pets on a leash are welcome. 8.30am 

until 2.30pm at the CBC Old Boys 

Squash Club located at 75 Totius Street, 

Groenkloof. R10 per person. Kids under 

10 enter for free. 

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Get ready for the Alte-lekka 

Pretoria Festival that’s back 

with even some exciting music 

and entertainment for the whole 

family. Afrikaans music fans can look 

forward to performances by 4 Eva 

Young, Martin Bester, Barto, Zaan 

Sonnekus, Elandré, Droomsindroom 

and Spoegwolf. The MCs will be none 

other than the lovely duo Vanes-Mari 

du Toit and Angelique Gerber. So, if 

you want to celebrate all that is good, 

all that is right, all that is beautiful 

about beautiful Pretoria - this is it! 

From March 29 to April 1 at Legends 

Adventure Farm. Tickets from R150 

per person from pretoriafees.co.za 


Book club 

From young love to growing old disgracefully ... 

we’ve rounded up some fabulous reads for the Easter weekend 

Heather Winterbottom has worked 

alongside her husband in their rural 

GP practise for 40 years. They’ve 

just hung up their stethoscopes ... 

but their retirement isn’t all they 

thought it would be. She wants to 

travel to a Greek island. He wants 

to grow a veggie garden. Neither 

will compromise ... so he stays with 

his spinach, parsnips and pumpkin, 

and she heads off for a gap year... all 

sun, sea, sand and squid on Ithaca. 

Madly funny, hugely enjoyable ... Mrs 

Winterbottom Takes a Gap Year 

is Joanna Nell’s latest book centred 

around growing old disgracefully. 

Hodder and Stoughton 

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The Williamson sisters, Josephine and 

Penny, are Britain's most treasured World 

War II veterans. Now in their nineties, they’re 

still in great form, and are in hot demand, 

appearing at commemorative events all 

over the country. The latest excitement is a 

trip to Paris to receive the Légion d'honneur, 

accompanied by their devoted greatnephew, 

who believes the pair had minor 

roles in the Women's Royal Navy and the 

First Aid Nursing Yeomanry. But that's only 

half the story. There's a reason sweet Auntie 

Penny can dispatch a would-be mugger 

with a brolly. This trip to Paris is not what it 

seems either. Scandal and crime have trailed 

the sisters since the war. Now armed with 

new information about an old adversary, 

these much decorated (but admittedly 

ancient) veterans intend to settle scores, 

avenge lost friends, and pull off one last 

heist. All hidden official secrets and double 

lives, CJ Wray’s The Excitements is a funny, 

charming, thrilling adventure read. Orion 

There are 18 plants and 

animals named after him. 

When asked by a reporter 

how many degrees he 

had*, he said it would be 

‘rude to count’. The single 

thing that would improve 

his quality of life would 

be ‘good, workable knees’. 

In The Wit and Wisdom 

of David Attenborough, 

which he has not endorsed 

and is not affiliated with, 

Chas Newkey-Burden has 

put together a fascinating 

collection of facts, tributes, 

quotes and anecdotes. 

Running chronologically, 

this book begins with his 

early days, to his first job 

at the BBC, to eventually 

becoming the most 

esteemed naturalist on 

the planet, as he is today. 

*More than 30! Gaia 

All books available at 

Exclusive Books and 

exclusivebooks.co.za

Set against the backdrop 

of modern Harlem and 

Renaissance glamour, A 

Love Song for Ricki Wilde 

by Tia Williams (Seven 

Days in June) is a steamy, 

swoon-worthy love story ... 

a florist who leaves behind 

family wealth to realise her 

dream of opening a flower 

shop, and an enigmatic 

musician ... two artists who 

are drawn to the magic of 

New York. Quercus 

A near-death experience. 

A collection of false 

memories. A perfect love 

story ... albeit one that 

didn’t exist. Two sisters, a 

vet and a mystery to solve. 

Throw in another love 

story and you’ve 

The Memory of Us by Dani 

Atkins ... light and 

frivolous for the 

long weekend. 

Head of Zeus 

For YA ... 

Set against the backdrop 

of Tehran and Los Angeles, 

Only This Beautiful 

Moment by Abdi Nazemian 

is a tale of intergenerational 

trauma and love - an ode to 

the fragile bonds of family, 

the hidden secrets 

of history and all the 

beautiful moments that 

make us who we are today. 

Harper Collins 

In Kate Thompson’s The 

Wartime Book Club, an 

island's only librarian is 

ordered to destroy books 

which threaten the new 

regime. Instead, she hides 

the stories, and with her best 

friend forms the wartime book 

club. But as the occupation 

drags on, the women's quiet 

acts of bravery become more 

perilous and they are forced 

to face the terrible cost of 

resistance. Hodder & Stoughton 

In Sophie Kinsella’s The 

Burnout, Sasha is well and 

truly over it all. Work (allconsuming). 

Friendships 

(on the back burner). 

Sex-life (non-existent). 

Armed with good 

intentions to drink kale 

smoothies and try yoga, 

she heads to a seaside 

resort. But how can she 

commune with nature 

when there’s a stressed 

out guy sitting on a rock 

watching her? A guy who 

scoffs at her burnout 

cures - manifesting, 

wild swimming, secret 

Mars bars, preferring 

his cure - drinking 

whisky. Penguin 

All nectarine, 

melon, rose petal 

and Turkish delight, 

the 2023 La 

Motte Vin de 

Joie Rosé is what 

we’ll be drinking 

at book club this 

month. Pair it with 

a leafy salad, some 

delicate salmon 

or trout, and a 

charcuterie board. 

R110 from your 

local wine store. 

Compiled by: KYM ARGO 


Wish list 

Softly softly ... pastel gingham for Easter 

Palest peach 

scrunchie, R170 for a 

pack of three from 

lovisajewellery.co.za 

Gingham notebook, 

R115 from takealot.com 

A3 disposable paper 

placemat set, R220 

from Print On Demand 

at takealot.com 

Easter lunch table sorted ... Linen House 

Oxford check light blue and white 

tablecloth in six, eight and ten seater. 

From R999 from yuppiechef.com 

The Fuchsia is Pink sailor bow tie for 

beautiful bitches and handsome 

hounds, R150 from lafurmilia.co.za 


Mini babydoll dress in fresh 

apple green gingham, 

R799 from Glamorous 

at superbalist.com 

• Country Road organically 

grown cotton gingham 

pyjama set, available 

in sizes from 1-2 to 12. 

R599 from Country Road 

at Woolworths. 

Pink gingham 100 per cent washed 

cotton duvet cover. R899 from 

Phlo Studio at takealot.com 



Annika Strydom, Surika Strydom, Marike Strydom 

A prickly 

pear treat! 

We had such a lovely time at the annual 

Prickly Pears Fest! It was prickly pear 

goodies galore! From plants to liquor, 

skincare, treats, oils and even prickly 

pear jams. With summer vibes still in full 

swing, some good tunes and an ode 

to heritage, it was a jolly celebration 

honouring this spiky wonder fruit! A 

day well spent, we’d say. 

Belinda Meiring, Anton Kock 

Anroux van Vuuren, Danielle van Vuuren, Amoré van Vuuren 

Gerrie Gerneke, Mary Gerneke 

Mia-Lee Weideman, Dawie Weideman, Anika Weideman 


Inspired by 

GROWTH 

Everyone knows the feeling. That knot in your tummy when you’re dropped off at 

school. Louise Schoonwinkel gets it. That’s why she’s the powerhouse behind a brand 

that lets kids study at their own pace, wherever and whenever they want. 

Text: ALANICKA LOTRIET. • Photographer: HILDA MANS. • Make-up: HEIDIE FOURIE. • Hair: JANINE LATEGAN. 

A self-proclaimed numbers-nerd, 

Louise Schoonwinkel loves crunching 

numbers and solving equations. 

But, don’t think she’s just wired for 

numbers - she’s all about the people 

too! Back in her days as a CA, she 

discovered her knack for coaching 

and guiding younger trainees. 

Since then, she’s always found herself 

in roles focused on training and 

development. There’s just something 

about empowering others and 

watching them thrive that keeps her 

hooked. So, when Louise was asked 

to project manage the development 

an online learning system for Optimi 

a few years back, she jumped right in 

and hasn’t looked back since. 

These days, she’s the MD of Optimi 

Home in Centurion - right in the 

heart of learning and development. 

They offer homeschooling and online 

schooling to more than 

30 000 learners in SA and beyond, 

from Grade R up to matric. 

“Not only is it such a rewarding 

career in the sense that we get to 

make a real difference in so many 

young lives, but no two days are ever 

the same. From strategy sessions 

and client meetings to stakeholder 

management and product 

development. I just love working 

with so many different people 

and motivating teams to reach 

audacious goals.” 

Why homeschooling? you might 

wonder. Louise explains it’s all about 

flexibility and personalised attention. 


And it’s not just for kids who don’t fit 

the traditional school mold. 

Sometimes families choose it 

because there’s no space in their 

preferred school, or they live in an 

area without nearby schools. It’s also 

great for families who travel a lot or 

have kids in competitive sports or 

arts. And contrary to popular belief, 

Optimi’s learners are just as social and 

academically successful as those in 

mainstream schools. 

And if you’re worried about 

your child missing out on social 

interactions, don’t be. With 

homeschooling, they’ll have plenty 

of chances to make friends and 

be part of a community. As for 

academics, rest assured they follow 

the same curriculum as mainstream 

schools and obtain the same matric 

certificate accepted worldwide. 

“The biggest misconception is that 

learners who opt for alternative 

schooling are just straight up antisocial. 

We host a matric farewell 

for our learners every year, and 

there is no difference between 

the social behaviour of these 

learners and those who go to 

mainstream schools.” 

But homeschooling isn’t just about 

hitting the books. It’s about creating 

a supportive environment where 

learners can explore their interests 

and develop their skills, all in their 

own time. And that’s exactly what 

Louise and the team is all about. 

And if you’re thinking ... can working 

parents homeschool? For sure! 

With options like tutors and online 

schools, it’s totally doable. Louise 

goes on to say that alternative 

schooling doesn’t have to be difficult 

and overwhelming - you just need 

the right support system, like Optimi 

Home’s Impaq. 

When Louise isn’t doing her thing at 

work, she’s your typical momma who 

just loves spending time with her 

husband, Richardt and kids, 10-yearold 

Chris and 7-year-old Emma. A 

social butterfly, she’ll always have 

time for friends and family. Top it off 

with a delish meal and a bottle or 

two of good wine, and you’ve made 

her day! 

Louise also never says no to a good 

workout, whether it’s yoga, pilates, 

strength training, or HIIT. On the 

topic of self-care ... shopping! Louise 

loves pretty clothes, and a pair of 

sassy shoes is her ultimate weakness. 

How does she juggle it all? Well, if 

there’s anything she’s learned, it’s this 

... “I can’t do it all on my own and it’s 

ok to ask for help. Secondly, planning 

is key, but plans change. I try to plan 

as much as I can, but sometimes life 

happens, and that’s ok too. Let’s just 

say my Outlook calendar is my best 

friend. And lastly, I try to be present. 

I don’t try to do everything at once 

and I dedicate my full attention to 

the task at hand. Whether at home or 

at work.” 

Just like with the kids at Optimi, she 

wants the best for her own kids too – 

teaching them to always be grateful 

for what they have, and to look at life 

through a solution-based lens. What’s 

next for Louise and Optimi Home? 

Well, they’re just getting started. Day 

by day, and kid by kid, they are paving 

the way for even greater things! 

Details: Follow @optimiplustore on 

Facebook and @optimi_plus on Insta 

Top 7 homeschooling tips 

• Study area. Set up a dedicated study area at home. Homeschooling is flexible, 

but studying in front of the TV will be inefficient in the longer term. The study 

area should preferably be in a comfortable space that doesn’t have a lot of 

distractions. 

• Planning is key to success. Develop a set study plan for the term and a more 

detailed plan for the week. Breaking the work up into bite-sized chunks will make 

the curriculum less overwhelming and you will be well prepared when tests and 

exams start. Optimi Home’s Impaq online learning portal, the Online Learning 

Program, has recommended daily schedules that can be used as a basis – make 

this work for you. 

• Plan study times around your schedule and when you concentrate the best. 

Tackle more difficult subjects during this time. It is human nature to procrastinate 

if we struggle with a task – getting it out of the way when we are fresh is much 

more effective than waiting until the end of the study slot when you are tired. 

• Take enough breaks and plan fun activities. If you work a bit more from 

Monday to Thursday, you might want to take Fridays off. Homeschoolers have the 

advantage of doing fun activities in the morning. 

• Connect with the homeschooling community. This is a great way for children 

to socialise with their peers and for parents to become part of a supportive 

community. 

• Make the curriculum work for you. One of the advantages of homeschooling 

is that you can spend more time on subjects that interest you, or areas that you 

are struggling with. This means that you can also work much faster through 

concepts that you grasp. 

• Join extra-mural clubs. These can be sport clubs, gymnastics, dancing and 

so on. This is a great way to make friends and to socialise. Furthermore, physical 

activity help students to focus. 

3 Healthy lunch boxes for 

optimal learning 

Although Louise just loves the 

pretty Pinterest lunchboxes with 

cherry tomatoes, strawberries, 

and cucumber sticks, her children, 

like many others don’t necessarily 

agree. So, here are three of Louise’s 

practical lunch box choices. Kiddos 

approved! 

Lunch box 1 

• Cheese and ham sandwich 

• Carrot sticks 

• Mini rice cakes (sweet or savoury) 

• Biltong or drywors 

Lunch box 2 

• Mini beef frikadelle (or falafels) 

• Mini rice crackers 

• Apple 

• Packet of ovenbake biscuits 

Lunch box 3 

• Banana muffin 

• Granola bar 

• Fruit roll 

• Small yoghurt 


Text: ALANICKA LOTRIET. Image: MONIQUE UECKERMANN. 

Buzzing 

with success 

Just like most teens, Engelize Jacobs struggled with 

skin problems. This was up until she, and her beekeeper 

granddad, had an a-ha moment. Her brain got buzzing 

and now she’s not your average 13-year-old. She’s the 

brains behind Zoemsalf – a skincare game-changer. 

It was while the pair were having a conversation about Engelize Jacobs’ skin 

condition that her granddad, Fred – a retired surgeon – mentioned the benefits 

of beeswax for dry skin and lips. 

“We discussed how we can use beeswax to address the harsh side effects of 

my skin medication. And so I researched additional ingredients which would 

complement our main role-player.” 

With some trial and error, she found the winning recipe. A powerhouse blend of 

beeswax, propolis, shea butter, coconut oil and a sprinkle of magic – aka turmeric 

and black pepper. 100 per cent organic and skin-friendly, it’s also the only 

product on the market with these specific ingredients packed into a lip balm 

tube. You know, for easy-peasy application. 

“I suffered from very dry lips, scaly areas where the acne was healing and small 

acne scars. Zoemsalf was the only product that addressed these skin care issues 

compared to other products I was prescribed.” Un-bee-lievable! 

But this wonder tube addresses more than just dry lips, pimples and acne 

scarring. Think of it as a Swiss army knife for your skin. It’s also perfect for 

insect bites, minor wounds and burn wounds, as well as a cosmetic eyebrow 

tamer. Plus, it lasts way longer than your average lip balm, thanks to that 

beeswax magic. 

To say that Zoemsalf is making waves, is an understatement. Engelize was 

recently awarded as the Afriforum Besigheidsbytjies senior winner. And, the 

beeswax used in her product got first place in the Commercial Hive Products 

section at the Africa Regional Apimondia Conference. 

It comes as no surprise that Engelize’s fave school subject is economics. It’s like 

her gateway drug into the business world! 

“It can get challenging juggling schoolwork and my small business at times. 

But I’ve found that planning and working out a weekly schedule is the perfect 

solution. I love writing my plans on my good old white board in my bedroom. I 

can see my schedule every day which helps me feel better and be prepared. My 

self-belief and faith also keep me grounded during challenging times.” 

It’s safe to say that Engelize is just getting started. So, buckle up, because this 

13-year-old entrepreneur is taking the skincare world by storm, one tube of 

Zoemsalf at a time. She chats some more about what makes her tick. 

Follow @zoemsalf on Insta 

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How do the 

ingredients work? 

• Beeswax: Hydrates, conditions, 

sooths and calms the skin. 

• Propolis: Anti-inflammatory, 

anti-bacterial and great wound 

healing qualities. 

• Shea butter: Boosts skin moisture, 

heals cuts and scrapes, and helps 

fight breakouts. 

• Coconut oil: Reduces 

inflammation, helps treat acne and 

highly moisturising. 

• Turmeric: Helps heal skin wounds, 

fade skin scars and reduce blemishes. 

• Black Pepper: A natural skin exfoliator 

(especially for chapped lips) and can 

help with keeping wrinkles at bay. 

Can someone who is allergic 

to bees use the product? 

If you are allergic to bees, you are 

allergic to the components of the 

bee venom. It is not found in honey, 

beeswax, or pollen, but always consult 

your physician before use. 

3 Qualities of a successful 

entrepreneur? 

• A great mentor - like my 

granddad or my ‘momager’ Marilize 

• Discipline 

• Resilience 

What motivates you? 

Profit, haha. And, of course, 

motivating other young people to 

also become entrepreneurs. Anyone 

can do it – even if they are just 13! 

Entrepreneurship is the future in 

South Africa! 

Who is your mentor? 

My mom. She’s a seasoned 

entrepreneur running two vastly 

different businesses. She believes 

in whole brain stimulation – right 

brain for the creative (her interior 

decorating business) and left brain 

for the logical (her reputation 

management business). 

One dream you’re never 

giving up on? 

The dream of having my own 

successful business. Mentoring and 

motivating (especially) women/ girls 

in business.

Engelize’s top skin-care tips for teens 

• Wash your face twice daily 

• Wear sunscreen every day. SPF 50 

• Drink a lot of water 

• Avoid touching your face frequently 

including popping pimples! 

• Treat acne as early as possible to 

prevent scarring. 

• Eat a balanced diet 

• Keep your hair clean and out of your face 

to prevent oil from clogging pores 

5 surprising benefits of beeswax 

• It can be used to make beeswax wraps 

and food bags. Many people use it to seal 

fresh cheeses for aging. 

• Beeswax never goes bad. The propolis in 

beeswax shields it from going bad. 

• It can be used to make candles. A spooky 

discovery was made in Germany where 

beeswax candles were found dating 

back to the 6th century and they were 

still usable! 

• Beeswax was an ancient from of dental 

filling. Can you imagine your dentist 

pulling out a honeycomb today, to fill 

your cavities? 

• It can even be used as a waterproofing 

agent, for things like shoes and tents. 

Zoemsalf is available at lifeLAB 

and Garden of Eeden in Pretoria 

for R79 each. It can also be ordered 

directly from Engelize through 

zoemsalf@gmail.com or 082-418-6767. 


SWEET 

LIFE! 

Saturday nights are for 

parties ... and Catrice 

has you covered. Colour 

Blast Eyeshadow Palette, 

R159.95 • CURL IT 

Volume & Curl 

Mascara, , R125,95 

• Dream In Jelly 

Sparkle Nail Polish 

R75,95 • Neon Blast 

Nail Polish Strips, 

R88,95. Find Catrice 

at DisChem, 

Takealot and Clicks. 

Compiled by : KYM ARGO and MEGAN BRETT 

Made to set the mood ... 

Maybelline New York’s 

SuperStay Matte Ink 

liquid lipstick in Energize, 

R219.95 from Edgars. 

Don’t throw shade, blend it! Scarlet 

Hill soft sponge strawberry beauty 

blender with 11 pieces, R29.99 from 

mrp.com/en_za/beauty 


Life is one big party when you’re young. 

You might as well live it looking your best. 

Stay hydrated. Lavender 

SummitCo Mini 350ml 

insulated bottle, R299 

from cloudandco.co.za 

Teaology Peach Tea 

Face Mist with real 

antioxidant blue tea 

infusion. You can use 

several times a day, 

leaving your skin softer 

and brighter. R395 

from Dis-Chem. 

Purple ombre 

Gummy Bear Huggie 

Earrings, R110 from 

lovisajewellery.co.za 

Beauty sleep ... yes please. 

Off The Grid eyemask (with 

manners!), R99.99 from Typo. 

Essence 

Conceal Like a Pro 

Colour Correcting Palette, R95 

from www.takealot.com 

Taking a shower never felt this good. 

Tree Hut Moroccan Rose Foaming 

Gel Wash lathers luxuriously, nourishes 

your skin and leaves a long lasting 

scent. R395 from Clicks and Takealot. 


Story time for babes and toddlers 

How much does Mum love her little Rae? More than 

seal pups and penguins love their icy home. More than 

dolphins love the boundless sea or lions love to race and 

roar. Even more than all the stars, the moon and the sun 

combined. In fact, she loves her more than words can 

even say. I Love You More by Clare Helen Welsh, R194 

from Exclusive Books. 

Babes and toddlers will love discovering dogs with soft 

ears, a fuzzy tongue and fluffy paws in That’s Not My 

Dog. Plenty of bright, bold illustrations and fuzzy, furry, 

smooth and soft tactile patches on each page, the book 

supports sensory and language development. R220 

from Exclusive Books. 

Get your tot talking 

At what age do kids start talking? The short answer ... when 

they’re ready. So says Childhood & Special Education expert 

Nicole Mackiewicz. Their communication skills, she says, will 

begin with smiles, giggles, claps and babbles before any words 

make it out. But while you wait for your tot to say full words, 

sentences and more, use these tips to help promote their 

language development right now. 

Once your child starts learning a few words, the talking 

train can really pick up steam. They’ll go from babbling to 

pointing at and naming things. Between 18 and 24 months 

they may encounter a word spurt, increasing their vocabulary 

dramatically. By age two, kids can typically string two words 

together ... “mama car”. 

Tips on how to get tots talking ... 

Start story time early They might not understand everything 

right away, but reading introduces your baby to the flow of 

language. Point to and identify the pictures in the book - If 

there are animals, make each animal’s noise. The illustration and 

exciting sounds will keep your kid engaged and having fun. 

Sing, rhyme & even dance Music is a great way to introduce 

your baby to words. Babies love simple rhymes and sing-along 

songs while repetition reinforces key words or phrases. Music 

also introduces them to fun physical movement ... let the music 

lead to a family dance party. 

Play with toys that bring their world down to size Toys that 

resemble familiar objects and places - like animal & people 

figures and playsets - help children identify real-world concepts 

up close and encourage pretend play. The First Words Puppy 

and First Worlds Sis are ideal here as they also provide learning 

across three stages of development for your child. 

Narrate & label anything, everywhere Talk and identify 

items through your everyday tasks ... “Time to get into 

Mommy’s car”, and “Time to get dressed, let’s get your blue 

pants on.” If they can touch it, see it and hear it, especially 

repeatedly, they are making that connection between words, 

concepts and objects. 

Praise your little talker Positive reinforcement is key. Let your 

little one know they are on the right track by keeping the 

praise and encouragement coming when they identify objects 

and use words correctly. 

Keep some banter going Show them how to carry a 

conversation by asking them questions, waiting for them 

to answer and responding to their babbles or one-word 

statements. Continue chatting about whatever they seem 

interested in. For example, if they point at someone, say, 

“There’s a person, wave hello!”. 

Why isn’t my baby talking yet? So your mini-me is taking their 

sweet time getting out those first words. I know, it can seem 

concerning, but remember that each child is unique and will 

develop their communication skills on a timeline that’s right 

for them. Even if they’re not speaking, they’re still listening 

and soaking up speech patterns from what they hear spoken 

around them. They’re also likely learning nonverbal forms of 

communication like staring at, reaching for, and pointing at 

desired objects. And, they’ll start to understand you before 

they’re able to answer you with their words. 


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Babes tots 

Make bath time fun. The 

Jungle Beat range has seven or so 

great products ... bubble baths and body washes, conditioners 

and detangling spray and styling gels (for cool kids). All fruity 

goodness, it’s inexpensive, dermatologically tested with no 

added sulfates, 90% naturally derived, vegan, sustainably 

sourced, and cruelty-free. Perfect for those who care about 

the environment and want to make a difference. You’ll find it 

on Takealot and in Clicks stores. Details: junglebeat.shop/za 

Knit bloomers with adjustable waist and 

adorable pom poms, which fasten at the 

bottom for easy changes. Suitable from 

0-3 months, they’re R299 a pair from 

cloudandco.co.za 

Mustela Soothing Chest Rub R199.95 

We’re fairly obsessed with the Mustela 

range .... new to SA, this French range for 

bébé and enfant has exceptional products 

for dry, normal and sensitive skin, as well 

as atopic-prone skin - lotions and creams, 

cleansing gels and oils, barrier creams and 

cleansing wipes, very high protection and 

water-resistant sun lotion. There are also care 

products for little boo-boos ... soothing chest 

rub, shampoo and cream for cradle cap, and 

a moisture recovery cream. 

Details: lebeautyclub.co.za/product-category/ 

brands/mustela 



This Unicorn Yumbox Original Tray Insert fits snugly 

into a Yumbox Original six-compartment exterior 

box. With compartments for dairy and fruit, 

veggies, protein and grains, as well as a small 

well for dips or a treat, it gets full marks. 

Original leak-proof Bento Box, R669, tray 

insert R299, from cloudandco.co.za 

Sweet Potato Waffles 

You’ll need: 2 cups cake flour, 

2 Tbsp brown sugar, 

½ tsp ground cinnamon, 

¼ tsp ground ginger, a pinch 

of ground nutmeg, 3 

Tbsp B-well Thick & 

Creamy Mayonnaise, 

1¼ cups milk, 1 Tbsp 

B-well Sandwich Spread, 

1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 

cup cooked, mashed 

sweet potatoes 

To make: Combine the 

dry ingredients in a large 

bowl and set aside. Mix 

the mayonnaise, milk, 

sandwich spread, and 

vanilla extract in a small bowl. Add 

the wet ingredients and mashed 

sweet potatoes, stirring until well 

combined. Follow your waffle 

maker’s instructions to cook. 

Serve with fresh fruit. 

Yum 

For ideas and inspiration 

on meals that are 

not only full of all the 

nutrients your children 

need but are delicious 

enough for them to finish 

every bite, download 

the B-well Monster 

Magic back-to-school 

cookbook, strawberryjam-packed 

with recipes 

created in partnership 

with a dietitian. 

Details: bwellfoods.co.za 

Veggie-Packed Meatballs 

You’ll need: 500g lean minced meat, 1 cup finely chopped mixed 

veggies (carrots, bell peppers, spinach), 2 Tbsp B-well Canola Oil, 

2 Tbsp B-well Sandwich Spread, 

1 tsp mixed herbs, salt and pepper to taste 

To make: Preheat oven to 180°C. In a bowl, mix the minced meat, 

veggies, canola oil, sandwich spread, mixed herbs, salt, and 

pepper until well combined. Shape the mixture into meatballs 

and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. 

Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through. 


Easy, healthy lunch boxes get 10 out of 10! 

Let’s be honest. Packing a nutritious, appealing lunch box isn’t 

easy. Time constraints, cost concerns ... all hurdles that busy 

parents must grapple with. What goes into the lunch box, and 

what gets eaten during the school day are really important. 

Lunch, snacks and hydration make a significant impact on our 

kids’ energy levels and their abilities to concentrate and perform, 

both cognitively and physically throughout the school day. 

Juicy Delicious and Rediscover Dairy have teamed up to provide 

inspiration and dietitian advice to make mastering school lunch 

boxes much easier. 

An important feature of school lunch boxes is the inclusion 

of vegetables and fruits every day. Luckily it is still stone fruit 

season ... firm, juicy yellow cling peaches, succulent plums and 

deliciously sweet nectarines are all excellent lunch box fruits 

because they travel well as whole fruits. They are refreshing 

on a hot school day, packed with fibre and immune-boosting 

vitamins C and A, and loved by children as much as any 

sweet treat. 

Maretha Vermaak, the registered dietitian at Rediscover Dairy tell 

us when it comes to nutritional balance, parents need to ensure 

that school lunch box foods are contributing to their child’s 

needs for protein, energy, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals. 

And this is where dairy shines. Luckily, kids love dairy, so it is an 

ideal solution for picky eaters. Milk, cheese, maas and yoghurt 

offer a unique nutritional spectrum as well as being a vital 

source of vitamins such as A, B2, and B12, as well as potassium 

and zinc. 

And if you combine the two ... stone fruit with dairy - think a 

fresh peach milkshake or nectarine yoghurt smoothie - you have 

the ideal, nutrient-dense drink on-the-go. 

Here are half a dozen tips to master lunch box prep: 

Plan ahead Include lunch box prep in your weekly meal 

planning and shopping. Create a weekly list to focus on buying 

a variety of healthy, fresh lunch box foods. If you limit biscuits, 

sweets and crisps stored in your grocery cupboards then there’s 

less chance they will end up in the lunch box. 

Involve your kids Consider your child’s food preferences and 

include them in the lunch box preparation process. Make it a 

fun and interactive experience. 

Daily dairy You need to aim to include at least two to three 

servings of dairy in your child’s daily diet. Luckily there are many 

ways to include milk, cheese, yoghurt and maas in the school 

lunch box. You can freeze a small yoghurt or fruit juice to keep 

the lunch box cold. 

Always include fruits and vegetables Each day prioritise 

fresh fruits and vegetables, based on what is seasonally 

available, which helps to meet daily energy, fibre, vitamin and 

mineral needs. 

Avoid unhealthy foods Steer clear of fried, sugary, and high-salt 

foods to promote overall health and cultivate healthy eating 

choices from an early age. 

Choose healthy beverages - Include low-calorie, healthy, 

nutrient-rich beverages like milk or water instead of fizzy drinks 

and sugary cordials. 

For more inspiration and recipes, follow @juicydelicioussa on 

Instagram or visit www.juicydelicious.co.za 

Peekaboo it’s time to eat! Raffi peeks out 

from this cute and practical silicone 

bowl. With high sides and rounded 

inside edges, the bowl is ideal for 

easy scooping when learning 

to self-feed. Plus it’s 

shatterproof 

and suitable 

for use 

in the 

microwave, 

freezer and 

dishwasher 

and is 

anti-slip. 

R369 from 

kidsliving.co.za 

The kids are taking over the braai! 

Marshmallow and chocolate braaibroodjies. Banana 

and Nutella wraps. Chocolate fondant potjie pudding. 

Jan Braai Junior is a fabulous book for youngsters ... 

filled with recipes, techniques and advice. Not only 

sweet treats (and they are brilliant treats ... the Banana 

and Nutella wraps, says Jan Braai, is his most viral 

recipe on social media, with more than a million views 

in just a few days of posting) ... but also coal-baked 

potatoes, roosterkoek, steak burgers, sweet and sticky 

pork ribs, boerewors rolls with monkey gland sauce. 

Step by step guidance, easy to follow instructions, and 

meals the whole family will love. Put your feet up dad 

... the kids will be handling this braai. R250, Penguin 

Complied by: KYM ARGO 


Egg on toast 

Toast. Bread. Baguette. Eggs come to the party every which way 

... from a padkos sandwich to a fancy brekkie bruschette. 

Egg open sandwiches 

If you’re looking for a quick, tasty and impressive open sandwich, 

eggs make the perfect topping. Make the basic recipe, and then go 

wild with additional fillings and garnishes. This makes enough for 

three people (or six if you have one slice each). 

You’ll need: 6 eggs ... 2 hard boiled, shelled and sliced thinly, 2 hard 

boiled and mashed with a little mayo, and 2 hard boiled and 

mashed with a little mayo and curry paste; 6 slices bread of your 

choice (white/whole-wheat/seeded/rye); 3 to 4 Tbsp butter, room 

temperature; soft lettuce leaves, such as butter lettuce, washed and 

patted dry. 

For the toppings: Pickled red onions, pickled gherkins, radish slices, 

beetroot, grated or slices, crispy fried onion, rocket leaves, washed 

and dried. 

Other optional toppings: carrot ribbons, smoked paprika, thinly sliced 

tomatoes, cucumber slices, Japanese mayo, Mustard butter 

To make: Butter each slice of bread and place a leaf of lettuce on top. 

Top first with a hearty egg filling (use the different egg fillings for 

each), and then garnish with your selection of garnishes. 

Tip: Open sandwiches are a good way to use up leftovers. Chop 

leftover cold meat with a little mayo, and top with sliced egg and 

other toppings. 

Garnishes can be prepared in advance and stored until you are ready 

to assemble the sandwiches. Use the above suggestions in any kind 

of combinations and, if you have leftover garnishes, they can go into 

a salad to serve alongside the sandwich. 

The ultimate egg salad sandwich 

What’s a road trip without an egg sandwich. 

A sad road trip indeed. This egg salad makes 

a delicious filling for rolls, baguettes or health 

bread and is perfect for lunch boxes and road 

trips, as it keeps well in a sealed container in the 

fridge for two to three days. Serves six. 

You’ll need: 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled; 1/3 cup 

mayonnaise; 2 tsp whole grain mustard; 1 tsp 

fresh lemon juice; 1/2 stalk celery, very finely 

chopped; 2 Tbsp finely chopped chives; salt 

and pepper to taste; paprika to sprinkle; sliced 

health bread or baguette, to serve; fresh chives 

to garnish 

To make: Roughly chop all (or only four if you 

want some whole eggs for presentation) hardboiled 

eggs and transfer to a medium bowl. Mash 

slightly with a fork to break up yolks. 

Add mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, celery 

and chives and mix until evenly combined. 

Season with salt and pepper. 

If using a baguette, slice in half lengthwise. 

Spread the egg salad on the bottom half of your 

bagette or health bread, sprinkle with paprika 

and a few chopped chives and top with the other 

half of the baguette or slice of bread. 


Croque Madame 

The ooh la la version of a toastie with 

fried egg! Serves two. 

You’ll need: For the cheese sauce 1 Tbsp 

butter; 1 Tbsp flour; 2/3 cup milk; 

pinch salt and freshly ground black 

pepper; pinch of ground nutmeg; 

about ¼ cup grated mature cheddar 

or Gruyère cheese. 

For the Croque-Madame 4 slices thick 

sour dough or country loaf; 2 Tbsp 

softened butter; 2 Tbsp whole grain 

Dijon mustard; 1/2 cup cheese sauce 

(as above); 6 thin slices ham; about 

1 cup) grated mature cheddar or 

Gruyère cheese, divided. 

For the eggs 1 Tbsp butter; 2 large 

eggs; salt, for sprinkling; freshly 

ground black pepper. 

To make: Preheat oven to 180°C. 

Start by making a cheese sauce. In a 

small saucepan over medium heat, 

melt butter. Add flour and stir for 

about one minute. Gradually whisk 

in milk and add salt, pepper and 

nutmeg. Bring to a simmer, whisking 

constantly and cook until sauce 

thickens, about two minutes. Remove 

from heat and stir in the cheese. 

Allow to cool for 10 minutes. 

To assemble the Croque-Madame’s: 

lightly toast the bread. Spread with 

softened butter on each slice, then 

flip over two slices and spread each 

with 1 tsp mustard and 1 Tbsp 

cheese sauce. Top each slice with 

3 slices ham, ¼ cup cheese and 

the remaining bread slices. Spread 

the tops of each sandwich with 2 

Tbsp sauce and sprinkle with the 

grated cheese. 

Place sandwiches on a baking tray 

and bake until cheese is melted 

and golden brown on top, about 

15 to 18 minutes. 

For the eggs, melt the butter in 

a frying pan over medium-high 

heat. Crack in the eggs and fry until 

whites are set, about 3 minutes. 

Season with salt and pepper and 

top each sandwich with an egg. 

Serve immediately. 

Bruschetta 

Egg on toast. But the fancy version. Serves four. 

You’ll need: 2 Tbsp olive oil; 400-500g rump steak; 2 whole garlic cloves, crushed; 

5 thyme sprigs, stripped; 1 Tbsp butter; 500ml boiling water; 8 eggs; 1 Tbsp 

white vinegar; 8 slices thick French or Ciabatta bread; 2 medium avocados; 

10g wild rocket 

For the dressing ½ cup plain yogurt; ¼ cup olive oil; ¼ cup smooth Dijon mustard; 

3 – 4 Tbsp honey, to taste; 2 Tbsp lemon juice; 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar or 

lemon juice; 1 tsp crushed garlic; salt and freshly ground black pepper 

To make: In a large saucepan on medium to high heat, add cooking oil and 

coat the pan well. Place the rump steak in the pan, crushed garlic cloves, thyme 

and butter. Cook evenly for two to three minutes on each side, keep it a little 

bit longer on the fatty side to get a nice crisp and set aside to let it rest. Do not 

slice yet. 

For the poached eggs, pour the 500ml boiling water and vinegar into a small 

saucepan and bring to a simmer. Once the water starts boiling, reduce the 

heat to low. Crack open the eggs one at a time into separate ramekins or egg 

poaching cups. Drop the poaching cups into the water. For a firm white and 

runny yolk, you’ll want to poach for three to four minutes. Remove with a slotted 

spoon once done to your liking and set aside. 

For the dressing, place all the dressing ingredients into a 500ml glass jar 

and whisk or shake well until well blended. Add more honey if you prefer a 

sweeter dressing. 

To assemble, toast the bread slices, top with avocado slices, wild rocket, steak 

slithers, poached egg and finish off with creamy dressing. 

Complied by: KYM ARGO Recipes and images: THE SOUTH AFRICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION 


Frilled! 

Perk up the patio, harvest herbs and 

Perk up the patio, harvest herbs and 

have your pick of fresh frilly lettuce. 

Indoor plant of the month 

It’s time to take tuberous begonias indoors for 

some long lasting indoor winter flowers. The 

large blooms with their frilled petals come in 

such a huge range of colours that it is almost 

impossible not to find a colour that will either 

stand out or tone in with your home’s colour scheme. 

Being compact, they just need to be popped into a 

decorative pot as a table top or coffee table feature. 

Make sure they receive good light in a bright room, 

but not direct sunlight. Water directly onto the soil, keeping 

the leaves dry. Keep the soil lightly moist, but not soggy otherwise the 

roots will rot. Details: www.lvgplant.co.za 

Text: ALICE COETZEE 

We’re planting …Geranium Marcada 

Magenta to perk up the patio for 

winter. It’s a hardy geranium that flowers 

effortlessly and will cascade over the 

edge of hanging baskets and pots. It 

loves autumn’s cooler temperatures and 

is an easy plant for hanging baskets and 

containers because it likes to be kept drier 

than most other geraniums. The best is 

to water it once the soil has dried out 

slightly. A drench of liquid fertiliser once 

a month will keep it looking good and 

flowering well. Don’t hang your basket 

too high, rather have it at shoulder level 

for easy care and to appreciate all its 

flowers. A position that receives morning 

sun and afternoon shade is ideal. 

Details: www.ballstraathof.co.za 

24 Get It Magazine March 24

Look what we found for the little gardeners ... MyEcoSprout Mixed Loose Leaf 

Lettuce. Inside, you will find an A6 coloring-in card, 20 mixed loose-leaf lettuce 

seeds and the collectable seed chart for R38. Details: myecosprout.com 

Veggie of the month 

Want to grow your own lettuce? This 

is the month to start sowing this 

cool season salad veggie. Loose-leaf 

lettuce is the easiest to grow and the 

quickest to harvest. Why not plant a 

mix of red and green-leaved lettuce 

like Red Sails (RAW seed) which has 

bright red tips, shading into light 

maroon and deepening into green 

toward the base. The leaves are soft 

and have a buttery flavour. It can be 

picked at baby- leaf stage, as larger 

individual leaves or as a full-size 

lettuce. 

Sow into seedling trays because the 

seed is very fine and easy to waste 

if sown in situ. Once the seedlings 

are big enough to handle (about 

10cm high) they can be transplanted, 

spaced 30cm apart. 

All lettuce needs is full sun, fertile soil, 

and watering at least once or twice a 

week because it has shallow roots that 

dry out quickly. Protect plants from 

the cold (even mild frost) with frost 

cloth. Details: www.rawliving.co.za 

Garden tasks for March 

• Plant autumn flowering perennials 

like rudbeckia, gaillardia, asters, 

argyranthemum, and osteospermum. 

• Towards the end of March 

sow colourful winter flowering 

Namaqualand daisies, calendula, 

Iceland poppies and Shirley poppies. 

For fragrance there are sweet peas, 

Virginian stocks, alyssum and nemesia. 

• Divide perennials like agapanthus, 

arum lilies, summer flowering red hot 

pokers and day lilies that have become 

too crowded. Prepare the soil well, with 

lots of compost, before replanting. 

• To keep your lawn green during 

winter (in frost free areas), fertilise this 

month with 5:1:5 and water regularly. 

• Start harvesting and preserving 

your herbs for winter. Aromatic herbs 

like oregano, marjoram, thyme, sage, 

bay, and rosemary dry well and keep 

their flavour. 

• Water once a week and give the 

garden a last application of 5:1:5 

fertilizer to keep the garden going 

through winter. Water well after 

applying the fertilizer. 


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Outdoor child! 

Looking for a way to disconnect, ditch 

the screens and spend time with the 

family? Fortunately we are spoiled for 

options, and camping in and around 

our beautiful country should be top 

of your wanderlust list, especially 

with the family. However, the most 

important thing is to be organised 

and prepared, and of course have the 

right gear to make things efficient, 

easy and stress-free. 

We chatted to Jamie Owen, marketing 

manager for Thule SA, outdoor 

enthusiast and dad to three-yearold 

Bryn and six-month-old Liam, 

who understands the challenges of 

bringing the little ones along for a 

weekend outdoor adventure. 

Here are Jamie’s top tips and 

suggestions to keep in mind when 

you’re planning your next camping 

adventure with the family: 

How do you transport your gear? 

Any family trip requires taking a 

lot of gear with you but a rooftop 

cargo carrier opens up a world of 

possibilities on your travels. Rooftop 

cargo carriers are also a much safer 

option both in terms of overall driving 

as well as the way in which your 

belongings are secured, all while 

having a minimal effect on your 

vehicles fuel consumption. 

The extra space in a rooftop 

cargo carrier means you can pack 

everything, and the kitchen sink, 

when going on holiday, including 

strollers, fishing rods and all your 

camping equipment. Packing items 

into softer luggage such as duffel 

bags is also a great way of utilising 

every available litre that these rooftop 

cargo carriers offer. 

Where should you camp? 

Find a flat and somewhat soft, level 

ground to set up the tent. Preferably a 

location close to water, then you can 

go paddling, canoeing and swimming 

(always remember to take life jackets 

along for those little ones who aren’t 

able to swim yet). 

Camping and exploring the outdoors with children is 

great fun. All you need to ensure is that you’re properly 

prepared. And that there are enough snacks! 

What type of tent is best for a family? 

It depends on the type of adventure. If you are going to carry it with you on a 

hike, weight and wind resistance are important considerations for the tent. The 

tent needs to be big enough to fit the whole family. Rooftop tents are also a 

great solution and are quick and easy to setup. They can also be packed away 

within minutes and you don’t have to connect a bunch of poles and secure 

them in the ground like a ground tent. All you have to do is unfold the tent and 

you’re done. This means more time exploring and less time setting up camp! 

What to do when camping 

with kids? 

We love to paddle on our SUP boards. 

The feeling of being just above the 

surface of the water is amazing! It’s 

easy, peaceful and safe but still full of 

adventure for the kids. It’s possible 

to paddle wherever there is water, 

whether on a river, a small lake or in 

the ocean. Make sure the kids are well 

hydrated and well fed with proper 

meals and snacks. Let them take part 

and have something to do rather than 

just tagging along. The kids can paddle 

themselves and be a part of the activity! 

If you prefer hiking invest in a child 

carrier backpack. We don’t go anywhere 

without our Thule Sapling that gives our 

little one a great view and a comfortable, 

secure ride. Much like Thule’s hiking 

backpacks, these carrier backpacks 

are all about comfort and smart 

features. The plush, height adjustable, 

ergonomic seat distributes the child’s 

weight, while the back panel and hip 

belt are quick and easy to adjust and 

effortlessly transitions between parents 

– a lifesaver on longer hikes! 

Mountain biking is great fun for the 

whole family with trails, speed and 

nature! You can go longer distances 

than hiking and it is also easy to bring 

smaller kids in a bike trailer or bike 

seat. Bike riding together as a family 

is a great way to bond outdoors 

and makes exercise fun for all. 

Details: thulestore.co.za 


Jamie’s top tips 

Be patient, remember that everything takes much more time with 

children. Leave time for the small things, like watching a frog, picking 

blueberries or playing in muddy puddles! Speed and distance don’t count, 

what matters is that the kids are having fun! 

Find small things for the kids to take responsibility for, this makes them feel 

important and involved. It can be helping to put up the tent, arranging the 

sleeping bags inside the tent, handing out the snacks or packing their own 

bag for the camping trip. 

Always remember to… 

• Take along enough snacks! 

• Add extra activities to do during the camping trip (like paddle boarding, 

canoeing, hiking or biking) 

• Choose a camping spot where the kids can safely play and have a 

good time 

• Don’t forget a dummy or a favourite stuffed animal for bedtime 

• Invite friends to join the camping trip, or let your older kids bring a friend 

• Make sure you have enough drinking water and the family stays hydrated 

Camping with kids checklist 

• Tent 

• Sleeping mats 

• Sleeping bags 

• Clothes 

• Insect repellant 

• Torches and head lamps for the kids 

• Insulating clothing 

• Ultralight kitchen stove (e.g., a Trangia 

stove) and kitchen utensils 

• Food 

• Duffel bags (if traveling by car) 

• Hiking backpacks (if planning a walk/hike) 

• Toiletry bag with toothbrush, toilet paper, 

first aid kit, small lightweight towel, hand 

sanitizer and other hygiene products. 

• Plastic bag for rubbish 

• Knife 


Visit ... Paternoster 

A trip down to the Cape 

West Coast is a real treat 

... even more so when 

it includes a few days‘ 

stop-over in Paternoster. 

One of the oldest fishing 

villages on the West Coast, 

it’s all white-washed 

fisherman’s cottages and 

massive boulders, lobsters 

and mussels, jagged cliffs 

and gorgeous beaches. 

Stay ... 

Paternoster is awash with self-catering and guest house accommodation ... our 

preference goes hands down to the Gonana Collection. There’s a guesthouse, two 

fully-furnished, self-catering houses and an exclusive three-roomed Villa, all part of 

the Cape Country Routes collection. And they’ve recently added three self-catering 

studios ... the Scallop, Oyster and Mussel studios. 

As with the original guesthouse, Paternoster’s first sustainable and environmentally 

conscious guesthouse and brainchild of Swedish entrepreneur and interior designer 

Jonas Sandström, the trio of studios are rich in detail, exquisite in taste, and above all 

else, considerate to the environment. So you’ll be living off-the-grid, with solar panels 

providing sustainable energy. 

With an Afro-Scandi vibe, the studios have been beautifully thought out, and are 

wonderfully comfortable. With one queen bed and sleeper couch, each comfortably 

sleeps three - and a pet, since four-legged friends are welcome! The beds are extra 

length, with high-quality, 100 per cent organic bedding and pillows, and there’s a 

neat compact bathroom with shower. 

For those who want to eat in, there’s a fully fitted kitchenette with a gas hob and 

all the utensils you could possibly need, and a small dining room table. The studios 

have a welcome fruit basket (so appreciated ... we always arrive starving!) and are fully 

serviced (no time for making beds on holiday). 

There are also two private terraces ... one fully enclosed out back, another at the 

front with a braai, both with dining tables and chairs. The studios, set just one road 

back and about 50 metres from the beach, overlook the small, secluded indigenous 

garden. For lazy afternoons, there are recliners for relaxed sunbathing and there are 

private, outdoor showers. If you visit in Winter, make sure you try the Kolkol – a South 

African made, four-seater spa bath-type tub heated by wood fire, hidden in the 

garden between the fynbos. 

The only thing you won’t find is a television ... thank heaven, since this is a spot to 

relax, unwind, snooze, read, chat, explore. Just lovely! 


Play ... 

Loads of activities in and around the village ... hikes and 

cycling tracks through the Columbine Reserve, horse 

riding on the beach, and scenic kayaking trips ... spot 

the dolphins, seals, penguins and, in winter, whales. The 

greatest fun of all is the WoweBikes tour. It’s brilliant for 

the whole family, and you don’t have to be particularly 

fit, either ... we had one seasoned, ultra-fit mountain bike 

rider in our party, and then the complete opposite ... unfit, 

hadn’t been on a bike for 50 years, and no balance or 

co-ords at all. A three minute (wobbly) test around the car 

park, then off to the beach for an hour-and-a-half coast 

line ride. Massively enjoyable, and easy peasy ... particularly 

once the not-a-bike-rider discovered the accelerator 

button, and raced along, passing all! There’s the beach 

option and a Cape Columbine tour, which meanders 

through the nature reserve, past Tieties Bay (depending 

on who you chat to, named after a well-known fisherman 

Jacob Titus, who drowned there, or from the massive 

smooth round boulders on the beach and in the sea) and 

up to the lighthouse (built in 1936, it’s perched on Castle 

Rock, and is open for visitors to climb ... views from the top 

take in the whole of the village). 

Eat ... 

Paternoster is home to some sensational restaurants 

- including Wolfgat (a tiny spot that boasts being 

awarded Restaurant of the Year at the World Restaurant 

Awards in Paris in 2019), Voorstrandt (sitting right on the 

beach in an historic red and green house), De See Kat 

(on the water’s edge ... build your own seafood platter 

... brilliant) and the incredible, can’t-miss-it Leeto at The 

Strandlooper (amazing chilled views over the beach 

and ocean, first class service and fine, fine dining ... the 

Spring Risotto’s worth travelling for). For a hippy vibe, 

hit the Noisy Oyster, where there’s a fun, flirty menu in 

a bright arty garden setting; for those travelling with 

children, The Waffle Wharf is tremendous ... breakfast 

waffles, savoury versions and dozens and dozens of 

sweet, sweet options too. 

For guests at the studio who don’t want to make 

breakfast, you can select to have breakfast at the 

guesthouse, a short walk away. 

Info ... 

Rates for Oyster studio from R1950 per couple 

per night, R300 for children 1 to 18. Breakfasts at 

guesthouse additional R150 per person. 

Gonana Collection: stay@gonanaguesthouse.com or 

www.gonanaguesthouse.com 

Cape Country Routes: capecountryroutes.com 

WOWeBIKES: bookings@wowebikes.co.za 

or 083-261-9921. 



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