Jhb West - May 24

JOBURG WEST 

DANIA DE WIT 

Queen of flowers 

BEST 

DAY EVER 

Sparkly jewellery 

Charming wedding makeup 

And a romantic getaway 

Cheers to a 

delish guilt-free 

drink (pretty, too)! 

SHOPPING, PEOPLE AND LIFESTYLE IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD 

MAY 24

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contents 

what’s on 

04 Cheers to the mamas! Here’s how we’re celebrating them... 

10 A pretty ballet with an African twist 

book club 

06 Interesting women, natural history mysteries and a look into the 

future! 

WISH LIST 

08 We’re wishing for romance … mwah mwah 

People 

12 Get to know the town’s fave flower girl, Dania de Wit 

18 Disease is no obstacle for restaurant owner Simon Meintjes 

Beauty & fashion 

14 A peek inside the bridal beauty kit of celeb artist Ryno Mulder 

16 All kinds of sparkly jewellery and accessories 

food & wine 

20 Extravagant doesn’t have to mean expensive... 

22 We’re getting married. So the bubbles this month are extra special! 

24 It’s cocktail hour! Hello Almost Zero de-alcoholised wines 

gardening 

26 Bring romance into the garden with the spicy-sweet fragrance of 

dwarf pot carnations 

28 Dare to be different with these timeless yet trendy prompts 

travel 

32 The Kruger Shalati - a must on your romantic bucket list! 

win 

34 A case of gorgeous wine to celebrate a special occasion 

Cover look 

Personality: Dania de Wit 

Photographer: Shaun-Douglas 

Steynberg 

Details: Facebook - 

@Silvermount Studios - Photography 

and Videography 

Make-up and hair artist: 

Stefanie Payendee 

Details: Facebook - 

@Polished Makeup & Hair Artist 

Venue: Cradle Valley Guesthouse 

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A hot date! 

Cheers to the mamas! Here’s how we’re celebrating them... 

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

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Ready to dive into 

a world of all things 

esoteric at the Alternatribe’s 

Esoteric Market? Think crystals, 

gemstones, Himalayan salt 

products, incense, heavenly 

soaps, yoga gear, stunning 

handmade jewellery, and even 

some fine art. Plus, some live 

entertainment by Legion Live. 

The Rusty bar and restaurant 

will also be open to feed the 

body while you nourish your 

soul. From 12pm to 5pm at 

Rusty Hook. Socialised pets on a 

leash are welcome. Free entry. 

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Get the fam ready for an experience that’s out of this 

world! Friends of Kloofendal, along with the West 

Rand Astronomy Club, are throwing their annual Stargazing 

in the Kloof event. They’re starting with an exciting Planet 

Walk, followed by a presentation at the Eco Centre. And 

here’s the best part – after the presentation, they’re setting 

up telescopes in the amphitheatre for the ultimate front-row 

view of the gorgeous heavens above. R70 per person from 

quicket.co.za. 5pm to 8pm at the Kloofendal Nature Reserve. 

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Looking to shake things up this Mother’s Day? 

How about treating your mom to something as 

one-of-a-kind and special as she is? Get ready to celebrate 

with The EARTH Centre at their Blessing Blanket-making 

Workshop in partnership with Debbie Swanepoel and 

Ruimsig Country Club. It’s a chance to create a unique 

keepsake together … no sewing skills required! All 

proceeds go towards providing therapy riding for children 

with disabilities. A meaningful way to celebrate Mom while 

making a positive difference in the community. No under 

10s. R100 per person from quicket.co.za. From 9.30am to 

12.30pm at the Ruimsig Country Club. 

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The Cedar Tree Craft Market will once again offer 

a wide variety of fun and crafty goods. Sure to leave 

you, mom, and the entire fam impressed. With some of 

the town’s top food, drink and craft vendors, as well as lush 

lawns and good music, it’s a great spot to meet up with 

friends and family. May 12 and May 26 from 10am to 3pm 

at the Khosa Sports Club in Krugersdorp. Free entry. 

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Get ready to groove to the tunes of sibling 

sensations Franja du Plessis and Ruan Josh! These 

two are all about delivering soul-stirring performances 

and top-charting hits! The duo promises an unforgettable 

night of live music and connecting with the audience on a 

profound level. It’s going to be a night to remember! From 

7pm at the Barnyard Theatre Silverstar. Tickets are R150 per 

person from barnyardtheatre.co.za. 

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Grab your friends and unleash your inner artist as you 

create some beautiful paintings together! Talented 

artist Anushka Kempken will provide step-by-step guidance 

… so don’t sweat if you’re a newbie. Think cocktails, tasty 

snacks and good a lovely hotel setting. It’s going to be a 

blast, so mark your calendars and go on down for a night to 

remember! From 7pm at the Blueberry Hill Hotel. R450 per 

person from paintnite.com. 

Got some Mother’s Day shopping to do? 

Why not check out the Honeydew Urban Market? They 

have an exciting indoor market where you can shop for 

unique and handcrafted goods from a variety of local vendors. 

You’ll find everything from jewellery and clothing to home 

décor and art. Plus, you can enjoy a delish breakfast or lunch 

at A Cup Above – the market’s friendly neighbour. They’re 

open Tuesday to Saturday from 9am to 3pm. 2 Johan Road, 

Honeydew. Free entry. 

And… if you’re keen on a fun road trip, head on over to Hart 

Mark in Hartbeespoort for some great deals that'll appeal 

to literally everyone… young and old. A treasure trove of 

stunning clothing, home decor, and more. With more than 

450 exhibitors from across South Africa, there's bound to be 

something that catches your eye. So grab the sibs and make it 

a day out. The market is open every day from 8:30am to 5pm. 

So just swing by whenever the mood strikes! 

On the big screen... 

KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES 

An all-new action-adventure spectacle. Director Wes Ball 

breathes new life into the global, epic franchise set several 

generations in the future following Caesar’s reign, in 

which apes are the dominant species living harmoniously 

and humans have been reduced to living in the shadows. 

As a new tyrannical ape leader builds his empire, one 

young ape undertakes a harrowing journey that will 

cause him to question all that he has known about the 

past and to make choices that will define a future for apes 

and humans. In cinemas from May 10. 


Book club 

Interesting women, natural history mysteries ... and a look into the future! 

Keep your 

place with 

Book Darts, 

R425 from 

pezulainteriors.co.za 

Compiled by: KYM ARGO 

It’s 1954 on far-flung Verona Island, 

a tropical paradise with a fragile 

economy and a rising crime rate. 

Prostitution is legal and Lila Gulliver 

is proud of her business - a highend 

brothel where her clients are 

guaranteed privacy and discretion. 

When Carità Bercy, a young, destitute, 

and beautiful blind woman arrives at 

her door seeking employment, Lila 

decides to give her a chance. Carità 

proves a valuable asset to the house, 

as well as a psychological puzzle to her 

employer. One hot night, Ian Drohan, 

a handsome son of a wealthy judge, 

visits Lila’s house for the first time, 

and falls madly in love with Carità. 

Lila doubts his sincerity and fears for 

Carità‘s future. But Carità has no such 

fears. In fact, she is a reckless force of 

nature, determined to succeed in ways 

Lila hasn’t even contemplated. Valerie 

Martin’s Mrs Gulliver ... a steamy tale 

of passionate love, found and lost, and 

found again! Doubleday 

06 Get It Magazine May 2024 

The first thing Vanessa Carvin does 

when she arrives on the small island 

off the coast of Ireland is change her 

name. To the locals, she will be Willow 

Hale. The second is to shave her head 

... no longer shoulder length blonde, 

it’s now cropped and grey, more 

in keeping with a solitary outsider 

escaping Dublin to live a hermetic 

existence in a small cottage, and not a 

notorious woman trying to get away 

from the media after her husband 

committed a crime - one they think 

she is guilty of, too. Escaping her old 

life might seem like a good idea but 

the choices she has made throughout 

her marriage have consequences. 

Here, on the island, Vanessa must 

reflect on what she did, and did 

not, do. Only then can she discover 

whether she is worthy of finding 

peace at all. Water by John Boyne ... 

a story of a woman coming to terms 

with the demons of her past and 

finding a new path forward. Penguin 

It’s 2050. A climate-changed world, 

where humans and digital devices 

are closely entwined. It’s a world filled 

with natural disasters, drought, famine 

and floods. People are displaced as 

new immigration laws are put into 

effect, and the gap between the 

haves and have nots widens. Future 

Imperfect by Babette Gallard is 

the story of a family determined to 

be together ... despite the horrific 

obstacles in their way ... exhaustion, 

terror, the xenophobia of people 

struggling to protect their increasingly 

scarce resources. Thought-provoking, 

this novel raises the question of what 

may happen to our world in the nottoo-distant 

future. LightEye

Hippos, a Mongoose and Me, sequel to the popular A Hippo Love 

Story, is a collection of vivid stories reflecting the decades that 

author Karen Paolillo has lived and worked in the wilds of southeast 

Zimbabwe. The book kicks off with the rescue of two leopard cubs 

from a water tank, with an anxious mum waiting in a fig tree nearby, 

and continues with tales encompassing a wide variety of animals and 

experiences … Karen’s extraordinary affinity with hippos, life with her 

beloved mongoose, characterful baboons and rescued birds, close 

encounters with lions and an injured buffalo, and her heart-stopping 

flight from an enraged elephant. To add to the drama, Karen and her 

husband Jean-Roger must face off against the drumbeat of political 

subterfuge and poaching of wildlife, sometimes at great personal risk. 

Such a great read … massively recommended. Penguin Books 

Extraordinarily similar woodpeckers 

in South America and Africa. 

Quintessentially African trees native 

across South America, from Ecuador 

to Paraguay. How could this be? This 

question nagged Nick Norman, an 

exploration geologist by profession 

and keen birder by hobby. He’d been 

surprised to see a woodpecker in 

Brazil, where he was working at the 

time, which was strikingly similar to 

those he knew in the land of his birth, 

South Africa. In subsequent work 

engagements in South America, he 

saw other birds there, as well as trees, 

which represented families he knew 

well in Africa. That was the mystery 

… how the same families of flora and 

fauna had distributed themselves in 

continents astride a major world ocean, 

the South Atlantic. The obvious answer 

– continental drift – turned out to be 

a blind alley. Sherlock Holmes said 

‘When you have eliminated all which 

is impossible, then whatever remains, 

however improbable, must be the 

truth.’ In solving the mystery, the truth 

of Holmes’s axiom became more and 

more evident to Nick as he discovered 

extraordinary travelogues of trees and 

birds for which, given enough time, a 

wide ocean was no barrier. This, Nick 

Norman’s The Woodpecker Mystery – 

The Inevitability of the Improbable, is 

a story of astonishing epiphanies, full of 

facts that will fascinate lovers of natural 

history. The Franschhoek Press 

Bruce Jack’s Ghost In The Machine 

Sauvignon Blanc is all clean and fresh tropical 

fruit flavours - papaya and spanspek, with hints 

of litchi, and is brilliant paired with fried zucchini, 

asparagus, risotto and a Greek pasta salad. Order 

online for R208 from orders@thedrift.co.za or find 

at your local bottlestore. 

All books available at Exclusive Books and exclusivebooks.co.za 


Wish list 

We’re wishing for romance … mwah mwah 

“We’ve been waiting eight years for this.” Matured over eight 

years, Spier has just released the small-lot 2016 Prestige 

Cuvée Cap Classique. And Spier Cellar Master Johan Jordaan 

continues “But let me tell you, those eight years were worth 

every second. The cuvée’s prolonged contact with the lees 

has imbued it with an extraordinary depth of character 

and a complexity that only time can bestow.” With a creamy 

texture and layers of nuanced flavours ranging from crisp 

red apple and citrus to brioche and stewed fruits, this Cap 

Classique invites you to slow down and savour the moment. 

“It’s not just about when you drink it, but more importantly, 

the company you’re with and the quality of the time you’re 

enjoying. If you ask me, that’s the perfect pairing,” reflects 

Johan. R450 a bottle from spier.co.za 

May you be blessed with light and 

treasured times. Ribbons of Love 

by Dr Elizabeth Peter-Ross is a book 

of marriage themes, blessings and 

art ... inspired by the need of many 

of today’s couples to celebrate their 

marriage more personally than the 

traditional. There are 25 blessings, 

ranging from celebration and 

commitment to trust, loyalty and 

gratitude, all with glorious artworks 

by Annie Druyer. R250 


For the bride, the bridesmaids, the mothers of the bride and groom 

... the pieces of handcrafted jewellery from Shelley Taylor make 

a beautiful statement. Fresh water pearls simply never go out of 

fashion ... and the range of earrings, necklaces and bracelets is 

simply dazzling. Details: shelleytaylor.co.za 

Bella Vita Paradiso Eau de Parfum 

from Guess ... an intensely desirable 

Floral Amber Gourmand scent 

opening with a juicy blend of 

Italian Mandarin, inviting Pear 

Blossom and flirtatious Red Berries, 

with a floral heart which blooms 

of rousing Jasmine, fresh Gardenia 

and honeyed Tuberose, subsiding 

into a rich base of grounding 

Patchouli, bold Amber and creamy 

Musk for a memorable signature. 

Sensual, confident, bold, you’ll find 

it at Dis-Chem for R1325. 

Sophisticated antique-toned brass and 

black nickel Luca wine cooler, 

R2 995 from blockandchisel.co.za 



Isabella Dickons, Dew Dickons, Carla Turner 

Sarah Misapitso, Shanette Tiquin 

African jive 

Guess where we found ourselves? Front row at the Roodepoort 

Theatre, watching African Dreams – a lovely ballet showcase 

featuring a crew of young talents from Dance Inc. It felt like 

basking in the warmth of African sunshine … the performance 

was pure magic! From timeless tunes like Pata Pata and 

Kumbaya to the modern beats of Jerusalema, each step just left 

us wanting more. And when they unleashed African Dreams, it 

was like the whole theatre just lit up with joy. Let’s just say we 

were jiving all the way home! 

Nadia Moffat, Noelle Moffat 

Rebaona Motsoetla, Moleboge Motsoetla, 

Phikolomzi Motsoetla, Oupa Motsoetla 

Tshendza Muthambi, Hildah Muthambi 


Mutangwa Machaba-Ratala, Lesego 

Ratala-Machaba, Hloni Motsoetla 

Debra James, Lily de Melo, Karen de Melo 

Tshepo Matladi, Phindile Bengani 

Shongile Tladi, Arya Maharaj, 

Layla Elliott, Tyana Sanpal 

Zoey Botha, Sadie Botha 

Photos: Alanicka LotrieT & carla turner 



Blooming 

business 

After more than two decades and countless celebrations, Dania de 

Wit still does a jolly jive every time she gets to work her floral magic. 

It all started with a plastic ice cream tub 

doubling as a cash register on a steel table 

under an umbrella. 

As the town’s beloved flower girl, Dania spills 

the petals on how her passion for flowers grew 

from humble beginnings. Dania de Wit was 

only 12 years old when her dad (aka superhero) 

opened a retail nursery… later called Colour 

Country Nursery. 

“The nursery was opened on our farm in 

Krugersdorp. So, I just remember the whole 

fam constantly looking out the house windows 

to see if we had a customer. It wasn’t long 

before the nursery became successful and 

soon enough got nicknamed the R1 Nursery 

because that’s what my dad sold a lot of the 

plants for. 

“I was very involved with the nursery from 

the get-go. As children, we were never 

allowed to ‘do nothing’. So, on Sundays after 

church, my dad used to host flower-arranging 

competitions for the family. We had to use 

flowers from the garden and my dad would be 

the judge. He also got us planting all kinds of 

seeds after dinners, and he always made it so 

much fun for us.” 

Needless to say, the seed was planted, and 

Dania pretty much lived in the nursery during 

her teen years. So, when the owner of the 

nursery’s flower shop (which was separate 

at the time) closed its doors within months 

of opening, 19-year-old Dania, who had just 

become a single mom, saw it as the perfect 

opportunity to step up and take on the 

challenge. And boy did she own it … winning 

Sanlam’s Business Achiever of the Year award 

barely five years in. 

Since then, Dania’s flower shop has been her 

main gig, pride and joy … but she’s also hustled 

on the side. She’s been her dad’s rental agent, 

lent a hand at his production farm and nursery, 

and even started her own wedding décor 

company, and guesthouse – which snagged 

LekkeSlaap’s award for the Top Place to Stay in

Joburg back in 2016, by the way! 

As a mom of two, Dania had a lot to juggle… 

but what goes up, must come down, right? 

In 2018 she had a mini-stroke. So, she scaled 

down… sold the nursery and let go of the 

guesthouse to focus on the flower shop. Then 

came Covid. 

“Although life stood still in other industries, it 

went on in the flower business. I knew I had 

to find a way to provide for my family. And so I 

plucked flowers from my garden (and later even 

the neighbour’s garden) to be able to make 

flower arrangements for funerals. I just couldn’t 

let my customers down.” 

And, it’s exactly this kind of can-do attitude 

that helped Colour Country Flora through its 

most challenging times. But, unfortunately, life’s 

garden wasn’t all roses from there. Even though 

Dania’s flower shop managed to weather the 

storm of the pandemic, her parents, sadly, didn’t 

make it. It was hands down the toughest time 

in her life. Luckily, anyone who knows Dania, 

knows that when life knocks her down seven 

times, she’ll get back up eight. 

Today, she just loves pouring herself into her 

new flower shop... going to flower markets, 

maintaining personal relationships with 

customers and making sure everything runs 

smoothly. She also prides herself in knowing 

her customers. 

“Over the past 25 years, I have come to learn 

exactly which flowers someone would like 

based on the colour of their hair, their haircut 

and the way they dress and speak. 

“I always try to reflect someone’s personality and 

style in their flower arrangements. I see flowers 

as God’s art and he gave us so much to choose 

from. And so each person can find a piece of 

themselves in His creation.” 

Behind the petals and stems, Dania is a selfconfessed 

neat freak. When she’s not at the 

shop, you’ll most probably find her at home, 

rearranging her cupboards and decluttering as 

much as she can. Because a clear space equals a 

clear mind, right? 

She also loves spending time with her children, 

grandchild, family and friends. And, perhaps 

even surprising them with a special culinary 

delight here and there. In fact, her hidden 

talents bloom like a well-tended garden 

too… from baking cakes (but only for her 

granddaughter, Lia) to offering sage advice to 

those in need. 

For Dania, success isn’t measured in wealth, but 

in the happiness of her children, the warmth of 

family, and the beauty of a life lived passionately. 

Details: Follow @Colour Country Flora and @ 

Wedding Décor Designs on Facebook 

‘‘I always try to reflect someone’s 

personality and style in their flower 

arrangements. I see flowers as God’s art 

and he gave us so much to choose from. 

And so each person can find a piece of 

themselves in His creation.’’ 

Seven things a flower wholesaler wants you to know 

1Cut-flower prices change daily. They are bought by flower 

agents (like me) at an electronic auction every morning. The 

price depends on the availability of the specific flower and 

demand thereof that specific day or week. 

2About 400 flower agents across the country go to the 

Multiflora flower auction which starts at 7am each morning. 

We sit in an auditorium room with four electronic clocks in 

front of us. Trolleys filled with flowers from around 600 growers 

from all around the county are then pushed through the 

auction room for us to see and (very quickly) bid on. All we have is a 

small computer, a buy button and earphones. There’s no time to send 

customers prices of flowers and everything is sold very quickly. So, if 

you’ve missed something, you’ve missed it. Around one million stems 

of cut flowers are sold daily on this flower auction. 

3Flower prices are never the same. It all depends on whether 

the flower is in season or not. If you get a price for a specific 

flower from one supplier in January and another price from 

a different supplier in June, the difference might vary greatly. 

The best approach is to compare supplier prices within 

the same week. 

4This makes it very difficult for us to quote in advance. That’s 

why florists will only be able to give you estimated prices in 

advance, and the actual price on the day. One tip I’d give to 

customers is to never give the same big order of a scarce 

flower to more than one supplier. This will increase your price 

as two flower agents will be bidding on your order. 

5The cut flower that has the most unpredictable price and 

on which we can never give you a guesstimate would be 

6 

the Gypsophila (Baby’s breath) which is very popular at the 

moment. Some weeks it will be R45 and other weeks R200. 

Brides just love their King Proteas, which are in season during 

September. You will then find lots of King proteas everywhere 

and they can cost you as little as R35 each. But if you buy the 

same King protea in March it can cost you about R 200 a stem. 

Most other proteas are in full season in April. 

7Customers always want to put flowers in ice water. This is a myth. 

Luke warm water is much better for your flowers and will make 

them absorb water much easier than ice water. Always cut at 

least 2cm to 5cm off the ends before you place your flowers in 

water. Oh, and don’t forget to keep the water clean. 

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Text: ALANICKA LOTRIET. • Photographer: SHAUN-DOUGLAS STEYNBERG. • Make-up & hair: STEFANIE PAYENDEE. • Venue: CRADLE VALLEY GUESTHOUSE.

Wedding day glam 

We take a peek inside the bridal beauty kit of celebrity artist Ryno Mulder 

blush with the 

brand who 

brought the 

world its most 

famous cheek 

colour of all time. 

now trending 

on tiktok for 

good reason. 

Nars Afterglow 

Liquid Blush in 

Dolce Vita. 

r760, from 

arcstore.co.za 

define your cheekbones elegantly with Stila 

Heaven’s Dew All Over Glimmer, r595, from 

truworths, Woolworths and Superbalist. Quite 

possibly the best highlighter i’ve ever used. 

your brows will stay put 

all day and night if you 

style them with a 

spoolie - a makeup 

brush shaped like 

a mascara wand - 

swirled in Anastasia 

Beverly Hills Brow 

Freeze. r520 from 


bridal beauty is all about 

radiance. Give your lips 

a pillowy plush feel and 

smoothness with Huda 

Beauty Silk Balm. r425, 

from arcstore.co.za 

no other 

makeup sponge 

gives that airbrushed 

finish to your bridal 

beat like the original 

Beautyblender 

does. r395, from 


the only glitter 

that never 

scratches your 

eyes nor messes 

everywhere is 

Bodyography 

Glitter Pigment. 

r420 from takealot. 

having trained with the a-list of hollywood makeup artists - think Mario for 

kim kardashian, Sir john for beyoncé, rae Morris for kylie Minogue - ryno, who 

recently scooped a best Makeup artist award, has more than 3000 faces and near 

three hundred weddings under his belt. he basically has a phd in bridal beauty! 

ryno and his team work countrywide and you can request your makeup and hair 

quotation on Whatsapp 071-688 0242. 

For protected, 

radiant skin 

that looks and 

feels like skin, 

not makeup, 

use Makeup 

by Ryno 

ICON SPF50 

Foundation. 

r549. Whatsapp 

to order 

071-688-0242 


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Model image: Model: Gaia from Ice • Photographer: Xavier Saer at Studio Lux • Makeup: Makeup by Ryno 

• Hair: Andile Sajini using flowers by Tied With A Knot • Dress: Just Tonight Josephine.

& 

‘ 

If I gave you diamonds and pearls 

Would you be a happy boy or a girl? 

If I could, I would give you the world 

But all I can do is just offer you my love. 

DIAMONDS PEARLS 

Messy bucket bag 

with metallic effect 

and fringe details 

with mirrored 

beading and chain 

crossbody strap. 

R1199 from 

’ 

zara.com 

Metallic-effect quilted 

mini bucket bag, with 

detachable and adjustable 

crossbody strap. R579 

from zara.com 

Round ball wedding 

handbag with pearl details, 

R469 from takealot.com 

High-heel, pointed toe, 

slingback shoes with 

faux pearls on the front. 

R1299 from zara.com 

Silver open back sequin maxi dress, 

R649 from superbalist.com 


Choosing and caring for your pearls 

Of all precious materials, few are as captivating and timeless as pearls are. In 

the last couple of years, the beauty of pearls has reached new heights and 

reignited creative expression at every major runway from New York to Paris. 

With just a few styling tips, you can embrace pearls in the new season – and 

for years to come. 

Choosing your pearls Inspired by architecture, sculpture and feminine 

design, Witchery has unveiled its most premium, elevated and timeless 

jewellery collection yet. Weaving together traditional techniques and artistic 

innovation, they have crafted a range of jewellery adorned with freshwater 

pearls. From statement to staple, you can expect sculptural shapes and 

unexpected forms for an elevated twist on the traditional. 

Styling your pearls Opt for pieces that can adjust to any wardrobe palette and 

occasion. Set with gold hues, the cool tones of pearl will highlight and 

enhance the tone and texture of any outfit, making the jewellery as dazzling 

as it is versatile. While pearls will work with virtually any tone, they are 

especially striking when worn with neutrals like beige, white, and brown, or 

with contrasting hues like black and navy. Introduce textures like linen and 

cotton to match the natural materials for a look that is both interesting and 

warm. Introduce textures like leather, knit, linen and cotton to match the 

natural materials for a look that is both interesting and warm. To create a 

sense of movement, opt for designs like Witchery’s Molten Lariat Necklace or 

Molten Pearl Drop Earrings that work perfectly for any occasion day or night. 

Treasuring your pearls Pearls are a timeless treasure and can last for a 

lifetime with proper care. Never immerse your pearls in water or harsh 

chemicals. Rather, wipe each pearl with a microfibre cloth before storage. 

And always avoid spraying perfume on them. 

The latest range 

of pearl jewellery from 

Witchery ... molten pearl 

necklace, R2599, semi-precious 

hoop, R1699 and semi-precious 

ring, R1199. In selected Woolworths 

stores and from woolworths.co.za 

Sterling silver cubic zirconia classic 

tennis bracelet, R1999 from 

American Swiss 

on bash.com 

Catrice Endless Pearls 

beautifying primer, R249.95 

from Dis-Chem. 

Open toe mule with pearl 

embellishment, R1749 

from aldoshoes.co.za 

Women's Pearls Purses Beaded 

Clutches Bucket Handbag with 

Detachable Chain, R399 from Takealot. 



Dare to dream… 

Compiled by: ALANICKA LOTRIET. 

Tucked away in the heart of Krugersdorp lies a 

slice of serenity known as The Cork Tree restaurant. 

And running the show is Simon Meintjes, 

who’s taken life’s curveballs and turned them 

into a delicious recipe for success. 

All his life, Simon Meintjes battled with Primary Immunodeficiency Disease 

(PID). This rare condition, a mix of genetic disorders affecting the immune 

system, cast a shadow over his growing-up years. Think dealing with regular 

skin infections, battling constant bouts of sickness, and making regular trips 

to the hospital… a rollercoaster ride that eventually led to Simon being 

homeschooled. These were but a few of the hurdles he faced. Amidst the 

uncertainty, though, a resilient spirit began to take root. 

“My dreams have always been more important than my disease. I learned from 

a young age that if PID was going to be a constant throughout my life, I would 

just have to find other ways to reach my goals. Needless to say, I’ve always been 

pretty set on making my dreams come true. Or to try at the very least.” 

And at 22, Simon defied the odds and opened The Cork Tree restaurant. 

Sophisticated. Tranquil. And serene. Complete with a lush garden, perfect for 

weddings and gatherings of all sorts. 

Step inside, and you’ll most probably be greeted by Simon himself – bursting 

with vibrancy, creativity and a genuine love for people. He’s not just the owner, 

but the heart and soul of the Cork Tree! When he’s not busy running the show 

– managing everything from the kitchen to special events – you’ll find this Jackof-all-trades 

getting his hands dirty in the garden (and sneaking in barefoot 

strolls whenever he can). He even made most of the napkins, seat cushions, 

tablecloths, and runners himself too! Talk about hands-on! 

It comes as no surprise that Simon’s absolutely passionate about cooking. As 

the brains behind the menu, he wanted to give his customers something that 

would keep them coming back. And boy, did he! 

“My favourite part has to be the people. If the customers are happy, I’m over 

the moon. I want them to experience good food and have good conversations 

with their loved ones. It warms my heart to see people just relaxing and having 

a good time. 

“I want them to let go of their cares when they walk through these doors. I am 

genuinely at my happiest when customers can feel that they can relax and let 

their hair down.” 

Yet, amidst the whirlwind of culinary pleasures and challenges, Simon still 

grapples with the daily realities of living with PID. Managing stress and 

maintaining a keen awareness of his body’s signals are essential to keeping the 

condition in check. 

For Simon, the disease serves as a constant reminder of life’s fragility, urging 

him to seize each moment. In his world, obstacles are not barriers but stepping 

stones to success. We chat with Simon for some more insight. 

Details: Follow The Cork Tree on Facebook and Insta or visit thecorktree.info 


Your signature dish? The star of my 

menu has to be the butter chicken 

curry with homemade naan. If a 

customer has had it once, they come 

back for it again and again. Another 

unexpected winner is the chicken 

parmesan… with a twist. It’s unique 

due to the fairly unknown ingredient – 

pink peppercorns which just takes it to 

the next level. 

What else is on the menu? I just 

love experimenting with different 

flavours and combinations, which is 

why I incorporated many different 

cuisines into my menu. I included 

South African, Indian, Italian and 

American dishes among others. Think 

bobotie phyllo rolls, curry meals and 

cheeseburgers... all with somewhat of 

a unique twist. 

Biggest lesson learnt? The most 

surprising lesson I learnt from running 

my own business is that it takes longer 

than you might think. To get your 

client base and relationships built. I 

truly didn’t realize that. It also takes a 

while to create a name for yourself. But 

hey, it’s all about the process, right? 

Advice for other young 

entrepreneurs? To approach other 

entrepreneurs who have done the 

work. Ask for their advice, guidance, 

motivation and support. I, for one, 

will do everything in my power to 

help and motivate an upcoming 

entrepreneur. No one really offered 

this to me. So, I would like to offer it 

to others. Also, they need to identify 

what motivates them. And let 

that encourage them and be their 

driving factor. 

How do you unwind? I love going 

out, hanging out with friends and 

socializing. I also enjoy movies, 

music and reading. I’m also very 

passionate about various fields of art. 

Music. Acting. In fact, I’m hoping to 

incorporate some theatre and music 

events into the restaurant space 

somewhere in the future. And, you 

might just find me concocting some 

homemade jams from time to time.

What words do you live by? It’s so 

important to always be grateful. And 

always keep a good perspective on 

your circumstances. It’s all about 

gratitude and perspective. If you can 

keep those two qualities in good 

balance, then you should be happy. 

There is always someone who has 

less than you, and there is always 

something to be thankful for. If you 

remember that, then everything 

feels lighter. It’s hard sometimes… 

I still don’t have everything I want, 

but I have more than some. And I’m 

grateful for that. 

One goal you’re never giving up on? 

My music and acting. I really want to 

see what can become of it. Even if it 

doesn’t work out, I just want to know 

that I gave it my all. I’m also writing a 

book. A memoir of what life has taught 

me so far. About life in general, my 

illness and all sorts of things. 

Simon’s famous Butter Chicken Curry… 

You’ll need: 1 large onion (diced); 3 Tbsp salted butter; 2 Tbsp butter 

chicken curry spice; 800g chicken breast (cubed); 2 Tbsp tomato paste; 1 

tin whole peeled tomatoes or tomato puree; 125ml fresh cream; handful 

fresh coriander leaves (rinsed, de-stemmed and chopped); 500g diced 

and roasted butternut; a pinch of cinnamon; salt and pepper. 

To make: Sauté onion and spice mix in butter for about 4 minutes, stirring 

constantly. Add the chicken together with the tomato paste and sauté 

for a further 5 minutes. Add the butternut and cinnamon, and stir in 

the rest of the tomato. Turn down the heat and simmer gently for 10-15 

minutes. Remove from the heat, add the cream and mix well. Sprinkle 

with coriander leaves, salt and pepper. 

For the naan bread... 

You’ll need: 1 1/2 cups flour; 1/4 cup milk; 1/4 cup plain yoghurt; 2 Tbsp 

sunflower oil; 2 Tbsp water; 1 Tbsp garlic (finely chopped); 1 tsp baking 

powder; 1 tsp yeast; a pinch of salt. 

To make: Mix ingredients together. The dough should be bread-like, not 

too soft, not too stiff. Let it stand to rise until it has doubled. Divide the 

dough into 4 to 6 balls and leave to rise some more. Roll out the balls into 

thin layers and fry on both sides in a medium-hot pan, until brown. 


Beetroot-cured gravadlax with horseradish 

sauce with Spier Frans K Smit white blend 

Gravadlax is a decadent snack perfect for a 

celebration. After you’ve cured them at home 

overnight, these silky pink fish slices will last 

for at least five days in the fridge, so you can 

prepare in advance of your party. Serve with 

crackers or seed loaf, creamy horseradish sauce 

or even some baby gem lettuce. Serves six as a 

light meal or starter. Prep and cooking time: 20 

minutes plus overnight curing. 

You’ll need: For the gravadlax ... 400-600g fresh 

trout fillets, skin on; 2 small beetroots, peeled and 

quartered; 1 cup muscavado sugar; 1 cup salt, 

medium grain 

For the creamy horseradish sauce ... 250ml sour 

cream; 2 Tbsp hot horseradish sauce (or 1 

Tbsp fresh grated horseradish); 5ml Dijon 

mustard (optional) 

To serve ... crackers of your choice or seed loaf; 

baby gem lettuce (optional) 

To make: Use a tweezer to pin-bone the fillets, if 

they are not already pin-boned. 

Place the beetroot in a food processor along 

with the sugar and salt. Process to create a 

coarse paste. 

Place a sheet of cling-wrap on a clean surface, 

then sprinkle 1/3 of the mixture onto it. Place half 

of the fillets on the paste, skin side down. Top 

with another 1/3 of the mixture and spread it out 

to cover the surface of the fillets. Now place the 

remaining half of the fillets on top of the covered 

fillets, skin side up (so they are lying meat-side 

together). Top with the final mixture, then with 

another layer of plastic wrap. Wrap up tightly and 

place inside a large-enough plastic container with 

a lid. Refrigerate overnight or for 12 hours, turning 

it over after 6 hours. The sugar/salt/beetroot 

curing mix will create a sticky syrup, so be careful 

not to mess it on your clothes. 

When the curing time is up, open up the fillets 

and rinse them under cold running water. Pat 

dry. Use a sharp knife to cut thin slivers on an 

angle from the tail side to the top, creating 

as much surface area as you can. Arrange on 

a platter and serve with the sauce and the 

crackers/bread/leaves. 

For the sauce, mix the sour cream, horseradish 

and mustard together in a small bowl. 

Serve with a glass of Spier Frans K Smit white 

blend - a Bordeaux-style white blend of 80 per 

cent Sauvignon Blanc and 20 per cent Sémillon, 

with a citrus and lime palate more tropical than 

herbaceous, and surprising hints of elder flower. 

Luxurious 

snacking 

Extravagant doesn’t have to mean expensive. 

It’s all about the lavish plating, the tastiest 

ingredients, the generosity of servings. 

Eggs. Avos. Trout. A trio of fancy platters 

for your next celebration. 


Avo bagels 

Up your avo game. Switch the toast for a bagel 

and ... voilà ... the posh version. Perfect for a breakfast 

party. This makes four ... we serve with a glass of bubbles! 

You’ll need: 2 bagels, cut in half horizontally; 2 avocados; 

salt and pepper; plus ½ cup spreads, a small handful 

herbs, a sprinkling spice and about 3 Tbsp extra toppings 

- see suggestions below. 

To make: Toast the bagel halves in a toaster. 

Loadshedding tip ... toast them on a griddle or frying 

pan on gas. Or alternatively skip the toasting and serve 

fresh. Spread with your choice of spread. 

Mash, slice, dice or cut the avocados into shapes with 

cookie cutters and place on top. Season with salt and 

pepper. Sprinkle over herbs, spices and toppings. 

Try these combinations: Cream cheese or chunky cottage 

cheese with dukkah, honey and sliced avo • Hummus, 

feta, red peppercorns, avo stars and baby herbs • 

Mashed avo, red onion, chilli flakes, lime and coriander 

• Pesto, basil and diced avo 

For more recipes visit avocado.co.za 

Greek salad platter with cheats poached eggs 

Guests coming over for lunch or an early dinner. This 

Mediterranean-style platter is affordable, quick to put 

together, and perfect to nibble on while sipping a cocktail. 

We’re also keen on the Mediterranean diet, so this works 

well for us. 

You’ll need: 4 eggs; salt and pepper; 2 handfuls cherry 

tomatoes; 1 small red onion, thinly sliced into rings; half 

a cucumber, cut into sticks; 100g packet Kalamata olives, 

drained; 2 rings Feta, broken into pieces; Greek salad dressing. 

To make: Make cheats poached eggs by pressing the middle of 

a perforated plastic wrap square into a small ramekin or bowl, 

leaving the rest of the plastic to hang over the outside edge. 

Spray the centre with cooking spray and crack in an egg. 

Bring the sides of the plastic overhang up and tie up tightly 

with kitchen string, ensuring there are no air bubbles around 

the egg. Take the plastic parcel out of the ramekin and 

repeat with the rest of the eggs. 

Bring a medium saucepan half full of water to a simmer on 

medium heat. Carefully add all the egg parcels and cook for 

4 minutes for runny yolks or until cooked to your liking. 

Carefully cut the parcels open under the knots and unwrap. 

Season with salt and pepper. 

Arrange the tomatoes, onion, cucumber, olives and Feta on a 

platter with the eggs. Serve with a Greek style dressing. 

If you’re also following the Mediterranean diet, 

pop over to our social media pages to see why 

you should include eggs in your daily menu. 

For more recipes, pop over to sapoultry.co.za 

Compiled by: Kym Argo 


The discovery of the late Anthonij Rupert’s 

packaging notes and mock-ups was the departure 

point for realising his dream and producing the 

Cap Classique range on L’Ormarins Estate. After 

his passing, his brother, Johann, continued the 

dream, with the L’Ormarins Private Cuvée (R475) 

envisioned as the pinnacle of the range, and is 

an exceptionally elegant, sophisticated option 

for grand celebrations. There are four more that 

we love ... this L’Ormarins Brut Vintage Blanc de 

Blancs (R245), a Vintage Brut Rosé (R195), a NV 

Brut Classique (R195) and an NV Brut Classique 

Rosé (R195). They are described, aptly, as reserved, 

refined, revered. From lormarinswines.com 

The award-winning 

Kruger Family 

Reserve Marguerite 

MCC Brut 2019 is 

an elegant Cap 

Classique with 

a light golden 

hue and fine 

persistent 

mousse ... a 

lovely steady 

stream of small 

bubbles. All 

white pear, 

delectable 

biscotti, this Cap 

Classique makes 

any occasion 

a memorable 

celebration. 

R2100 for a 

case from 

stellenview.co.za 


CIN CIN 

We’re getting married. So the bubbles 

this month are extra special! 

This evocative Franschhoek Cellar Brut Royale 

Brut MCC has beautiful lemon cream and almond 

biscotti flavours on the nose, backed by refreshing 

citrus and tropical fruit notes on the palate. The finish 

is long and moreish with the playfulness of delicate 

bubbles. R1140 a case from franschhoekcellar.co.za 

Fresh rose petals 

and orange 

blossom, 

strawberries 

and cranberries, 

nectarines and 

lemons... this 

Blaauwklippen 

Estate Cap 

Classique Brut 

pairs brilliantly with 

all seafood dishes. 

R1560 a case from 

blaauwklippen.com 

Christiena Trousseau Methode 

Cap Classique Brut is a 

combination of Chardonnay 

and Pinot Noir, two of 

the grape varieties used 

in Champagne. The 

Chardonnay provides the 

finesse and longevity 

while Pinot Noir adds 

body and fruit. This 

is an elegant and 

distinguished wine, 

with upfront red apple, 

freshly baked biscuits, 

lime and lemon peel, 

and small refined bubbles 

in the glass. R1188 a case 

from vanloveren.co.za 



Cocktail hour 

All the feels ... none of the nasties 

We’re all about spoiling ourselves, but indulging while 

maintaining a healthy lifestyle can be difficult. 

Hello Almost Zero de-alcoholised wines ... a great option for 

sport-enthusiasts, weight-watchers, banters, business lunches, 

non-drinkers, pregnant women and designated drivers, 

as well as those of us who want to sit and sip and enjoy, 

but stay healthy. You can drink more mindfully with an alcohol 

content of 0.3% per bottle (so virtually no alcohol), and is also 

low in sugar. R85 a bottle from takealot.com 

Cranberry & rose water sorbet 

You’ll need: 500ml cranberry juice, 250ml Almost Zero 

Ravishing Rosé, 5ml rose water 

To make: Combine wine, cranberry juice and rose water. 

Freeze overnight in a sealable, freezer-friendly container. Stir 

with a fork or wooden spoon every 2 hours for the first 6 

hours to break up large ice crystals. 

Wonderful fruity mocktail 

You’ll need: 750ml Almost Zero Wonderful White, Green 

apple (granny smith or golden delicious), chopped, 1 pear, 

chopped, 3 kiwis, peeled and sliced 

To make: Mix all the ingredients in a pitcher, stir and serve! 

Fancy winning a hamper filled with 

de-alcoholised wines and alcohol free bubbly, valued at R2000? 

Pop over to @getitnationalmagazines on Instagram to enter. 

Radiant Sangria sorbet 

You’ll need: 250ml of Almost Zero Radiant Red, 250ml of 

water, 250ml of bottled orange juice 

To make: Combine wine with water and fruit juice. Freeze 

overnight in a sealable, freezer-friendly container. Stir with a 

fork or wooden spoon every 2 hours for the first 6 hours to 

break up large ice crystals. 

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Spread the love 

Bring romance into the garden with the spicy-sweet 

fragrance of dwarf pot carnations. 

The names say it 

all. Pink Kisses. I love You. 

And Purple Wedding. These pretty 

and petite pot carnations, in romantic 

shades of pink, blush and purple, come 

from centuries of cultivation. The association 

of carnations with love, fascination and 

distinction goes back some 2000 years, when 

they were named ‘the flower of the gods’ by Greek 

philosopher Theophrastus. Like roses, many myths 

and legends surround the carnation, reinforcing 

its association with romance. They are woven 

into wedding bouquets and celebratory 

wreaths, are worn in buttonholes, and 

are the official flower for Mother’s 

Day. Pot carnations…what’s 

not to like. 

Text: ALICE COETZEE 


Modern pot carnations are compact and bushy, producing 

masses of bicoloured double flowers above grey-green stems 

and leaves. They can be planted as a showy border, are 

ideal for gravel gardens, and are hardy plants for patio 

containers and hanging baskets. They are perfect gift 

plants and can be grown indoors. Unlike the older, taller 

carnation varieties that need staking and pinching, 

pot carnations don’t have to be fussed over. 

Pink Kisses produces long-lasting tiny, 

bicolour flowers in sugar pink with 

a darker pink centre and a delicious 

fragrance. Plants grow up to 35cm high 

and wide, and the pickable blooms 

are long lasting. 

I Love You is a living bouquet in shades of deep pink, soft 

pink and rose through to white, as the flowers change 

colour as they mature. Butterflies, bees and other 

pollinators love this fragrant carnation. It’s a frost tolerant 

carnation and works well both indoors and out. 

Purple Wedding has single flowers in shades of pink and purple, with 

a frilly white edging. The flowers cover this compact plant so that it 

looks like a bouquet but lasts a lot longer. When grown indoors or on 

the patio it needs plenty of bright light. As a garden plant it stands out 

as an edging for a bed, in full sun to semi-shade. 

Easy to grow 

• Pot carnations need four to five hours of full sun. 

Plant in well composted soil that drains well. • Space 

plants 30cm apart and plant the crown of the plant 

level with the surface of the soil. No need to mulch - 

the stems like to be free of lingering moisture. • Once 

established, plants are drought tolerant and should not 

be over-watered. Let the soil dry out moderately before 

watering. The roots tend to rot in soggy soil. • Fertilise 

once a month and cut back after flowering for a repeat 

flush of flowers. • Container grown plants do best with 

morning sun and afternoon shade. Use a good quality 

potting soil that drains well and feed with Margaret 

Roberts Organic Supercharger after planting. Plants in 

containers need more water than those in the garden. 

Boost growth and flowers with a liquid fertiliser once a 

month. Details: www.ballstraathof.co.za 


Celebrate 

in colour 

Dare to be different. That’s the prompt from 

wedding planners for brides who want 

their big day to be timeless yet trendy. 

Roses remain the wedding flower of choice, but unlike previous years, this year’s 

brides (and wedding planners) are favouring bouquets, arrangements and 

installations that pop with colour, yet are natural and organic. 

According to wedding planners, bold and vibrant colours resonate with 

couples who want a wedding that celebrates their story and their individuality. 

Bright colours are energising and joyful, what better way to celebrate the most 

memorable day of their lives, says rose grower Ludwig Taschner. 

Bouquets that seem freshly gathered from the garden evoke a sense of simplicity 

and spontaneity. 

Unlike traditional rose bouquets that usually feature a single colour, the latest 

trend offers space to play with different coloured roses. Combine them with 

other much loved garden flowers like baby’s breath, daisies, grasses and other 

foliage that also add texture. What could be more personal than incorporating a 

bride’s favourite roses, or those that she grew up with in her parent’s garden? 

The more colours the better, so feel free to break with convention when 

composing your bouquet. The secret is to get the balance right with rose blooms 

in complementary colours, offset with organic textures and hints of opulence. 

The effect? Both trendy and timeless. 

Text: ALICE COETZEE 


Try these garden roses 

Duet is a tall growing hybrid tea with florist 

quality blooms that have deep 

pink outer petals contrasting with a softer 

pink in the centre.This is an exceptional 

garden performer. 

Wedding décor goes organic 

There’s a more natural, country feel to 

wedding table décor. Florists are incorporating 

rustic textures like wood, greenery and even fruit 

and mushrooms into wedding table centrepieces, 

although roses remain the centrepiece. A playful 

arrangement, that uses unexpected shapes and textures 

certainly adds to the sense of romance and magic that’s 

present at every wedding. Roses are being used more 

dramatically and unconventionally, whether it’s a beach 

wedding, in a garden or at a wedding venue. It’s no longer 

necessary for everything to be uniform. Composing 

individual arrangements with similar colours but in 

differing containers creates visual interest and energy. 

Large floral arrangements act as focal points, as 

well as being great photo backdrops for those 

Instagram worthy moments with the happy 

couple. Details: www.ludwigsroses.co.za 

St Dunstan’s Centenary is a hybrid tea 

rose that has full, old-fashioned blooms 

carried on strong upright stems which last 

well on the bush and in the vase. 

Mauve Melodee forms clusters of large, 

semi-double blooms that reveal yellow 

stamens when fully open. A vigorous 

hybrid tea rose growing to shoulder height. 


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The romance of rail 

Seven reasons why a stay on the Kruger Shalati should be on your romantic bucket list! 

The truly spectacular views from your 

bedroom ... be it one of the two dozen 

Carriage Suites on the Train on the Bridge 

or the seven Bridge House Suites, sitting 

adjacent to the bridge in a picturesque 

garden setting with the train’s gentle glow as 

your backdrop. All are opulent, with a hint of 

the 1920’s rail safari. The views are equally 

marvelous from the lounge and dining 

areas and the swimming pools, which overlook the 

Sabie River ... the river flows all year-round, drawing 

animals and birds that come to quench their thirst. 

The fact that you’ll be recreating 

history. The Kruger Shalati - The Train on 

the Bridge, sits on the exact spot where the 

train would park overnight close to 100 years 

ago, when visits to the Kruger National Park were 

first allowed. The refurbished train is permanently 

stationed on the historically rich Selati Bridge 

above the Sabie River ... a unique experience 

with luxury accommodation and activities 

reminiscent of days gone by. 

The option of a romantic turndown 

... with rose petals scattered around 

the room, a scented bubble bath 

and a bottle of Moët champagne or 

Steenburg Brut sparkling wine on ice. 

Compiled by: Kym Argo 


The private bush dinner for two ... and 

the romantic bush picnic. Private dining 

... à deux or more if you’re travelling 

with friends, can be arranged ... with 

exceptional food, fine wine ... even 

entertainment if you want to go for 

the full experience. 

The game drives and walks ... 

private if you prefer. There are 

two game drives a day ... morning 

and afternoon, included in your 

stay. You can, if you wish, opt for 

a private game drive on either. 

There are also exceptionally 

enjoyable morning safari walks 

with Sanparks. And you’re in Kruger 

... you know the game viewing is 

going to be beyond fantastic! 

The extras. 

The heli flips 

and community 

tours and games 

of golf which can 

be arranged. The 

three swimming pools 

and the pre-game drive 

high teas and the staff, 

who go the extra mile. 

A bucket list trip indeed! 

The spa journey in the heart of the bush. 

An African Goddess facial, or hot stone 

massage, or the 75 minute Shalati 

Honeymoon Celebration ... in your 

room or on the deck. Bliss! 

The deets ... 

Rates, from R5890 per person, include 

accommodation, all meals, teas and 

coffees, daily soft drinks, house wines, 

local brand spirits and beers. It also 

includes two game drives daily in 

open game drive vehicles. There is 

also a complementary return road 

transfers between the Skukuza Airport 

and the lodge. All extras - like the 

private dinners and spa treatments 

and romantic turndowns - are 

optional and charged separately. 

Details: krugershalati.com 


Spoil 

May 

A case of gorgeous wine to 

celebrate a special occasion 

Long, eventful lunches, with ripe cheese and tapas style platters, 

fresh salmon sushi, Mediterranean salads. The perfect 

celebration. And for the wine ... this Fairview Rose Quartz 

2023 is the ideal match. Pale rose quartz colour in the 

glass, with delicate notes of sweet pomegranate, summer 

berries and a hint of fresh blossoms, it’s daisy fresh on the 

palate with light oaking adding complexity. R140 from 

fairviewmarketplace.co.za. We’ve got a case of Fairview 

Rose Quartz to give away ... to stand in line to win, 

pop over to @getitnationalmagazines on Instagram or 

Facebook. Entries close May 25. 


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