Pretoria - May 24

PRETORIA 

BLOOMING 

BRIDGET 

MOJALEFA 

Flourishing 

with success 

MARVELLOUS 

We talk… 

Bridal beauty 

Sparkly accessories 

Classy bubbles 

Kruger Shalati 

A romantic 

bucket list must! 

SHOPPING, PEOPLE AND LIFESTYLE IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD 

MAY 24

contents 

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this month 

04 To do ... all things girly in the spirit of Mother’s Day 

06 Book Club ... reads filled with memorable women and mysteries 

08 Wish List ... five lavish delights on our lust list 

10 Social ... having a blast at the Schweppes Pretoria Gin Festival 

PEOPLE 

12 Bridget Mojelefa’s blooming success 

14 Meet Carmo da Silva singer-songwriter extraordinaire. 

BEAUTY & FASHION 

16 A peek inside the bridal beauty kit of celebrity artist Ryno Mulder 

18 Caring for your pearls 

FOOD & WINE 

20 Pretty plating for platters 

22 Cin, cin … let’s celebrate with bubbles 

24 Say hello to de-alcoholised wine cocktails 

GARDENING 

26 Roses remain the wedding flower of choice 

TRAVEL 

32 Kruger Shalati … a romantic bucket list escape 

WIN 

22 A hamper of mindful drinks worth R2000 

34 A case of gorgeous wine 

cover PHOTO 

Photographer: Hilda Mans 

Make-up: Heidie Fourie 

Hair: Janine Lategan 

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A hot date! 

We’re loving all things girly in the spirit of Mother’s Day! 

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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You might want to check out the PNHS (Pretoria 

Noord Hoërskool) Carnival, ‘cause it’s going to be 

blast! They’ve got some exciting performances lined up 

from Eloff, Irene-Louise van Wyk and Robbie Wessels. Plus, 

there’ll be tasty food stalls, merry-go-rounds, and even a 

beer garden! Something fun for the entire fam! From 4pm 

to 10pm at Hoërskool Pretoria Noord. Tickets are R120 per 

person from quicket.co.za. Pre-school kids have free entry. 

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When last did you let your hair down, and enjoy 

an afternoon with the girls? Can’t remember? Well, 

this is your sign! Enjoy a lovely Ladies Afternoon with Kiki 

La Coco and The Flooze as guest speakers. They will blow 

your mind with their messages of endless possibilities! Kiki’s 

going to leave you feeling like you can conquer the world 

in your own unique way, while Sorina’s shows are a mix of 

humourous storytelling and singing that you won’t want to 

miss. From 12pm to 4.30pm at The Bamboo in Shere. From 

R450 per person from quicket.co.za. No under 18s. 

Consider yourself young at heart? We’ve got just the fest 

for you! The Melk Fest is back, and they are turning up 

the volume! Afrikaans music fans can look forward to 

artists such as Jack Parrow, Van Pletzen, Zaan Sonnekus, 

Francois van Coke, Snowing down South, Spoegwolf, 

Droomsindroom, Jan Bloukaas, Die Heuwels Fantasties and 

Glaskas. So, mark the date, set your party spirit free, and 

join them for a night of laughter, music, and pure joy. From 

10am at Idle Wild Country Estate. Tickets from R299 per 

person from quicket.co.za. Kids under 11 enter for free. 

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This one’s for all the art lovers! This event’s all 

about the up-and-coming artists. They’re bringing 

together a bunch of art lovers, supporters, and fresh faces 

to chill and chat about their craft, in the form of an Art 

& Convos luncheon. The main artist will be showcasing 

their masterpieces and spilling the beans on their creative 

process. And, guests get to roll up their sleeves and create 

their own artworks alongside the artist. And to top it off? 

There will be cocktails, food and charcuteries to calm 

down the nerves and let the conversations flow. From 

10am to 4pm at Pheasant Hill Boutique Hotel. R1000 per 

person from quicket.co.za. No under 18s. 

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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 

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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 

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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, 

R2995 from blockandchisel.co.za 



Amoré van Tonder, Martonette Niemandt 

It’s gin o’clock! 

We had a blast at the Schweppes Pretoria Gin Festival ... 

sipping on gin and soaking up the vibes at the stunning Fire 

& Wine venue. They had some of the finest gin in the country, 

not to mention mouth-watering food trucks and live music. 

And to top it all off, the weather was just absolute perfection. 

Talk about the ultimate girls’ day out! 

Estelle Erasmus, Natalie Erasmus 

Zwido Mukondeleli, Denga Mukondeleli 

Photos: Alanicka LotrieT 

Nicole Verhoef, Christiaan Vermaak, Chadine Vermaak 

Mawethu Nokhemane, Portia Mdena 


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

flower power 

These days Bridget 

Mojalefa is creating 

floral masterpieces 

that are captivating 

as they are precise. 

But she didn’t go from 

qualified engineer to florist overnight. 

Motivated by motherhood early in her 

career, she had to do what she does 

best. Hustle! She sold Tupperware, 

shoes and all kinds of accessories, ran 

her own mini salon and dabbled in 

makeup artistry. 

“What can I say? Entrepreneurship 

runs through my veins.” She chuckles. 

“It was only a matter of time before 

my boyfriend - now husband - and I 

opened our own events 

planning company on the 

side to make ends meet. We 

called it Kagisho Catering, 

after our first-born son. To 

say I had no idea what the 

word catering really entailed, 

is putting it lightly, haha.” 

After some time, she landed 

her first catering gig where she had 

to whip up meals for a whopping 1 

300 guests. To be honest, she had no 

idea what she was doing. But hey… 

fake it till you make it, right? Well, that’s 

exactly what Bridget did… and, she did 

a pretty good job, too! 

As she was finding her feet in the 

industry, she did her first flower course 

to complement the rest of her services. 

But, Bridget admits, she never really 

nurtured those skills. Firstly, she didn’t 

get that many flower requests, and 

secondly, why do it yourself if you can 

outsource an expert? 

This was up until a few years down 

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After many years in the engineering world, Bridget Mojalefa 

decided to engineer beauty instead. Now, she’s blooming! 

the line, when the florist bailed on her 

and with no time to spare, she had 

to pick up those stem cutters herself. 

Her confidence was lacking, but her 

determination pulled her through. 

Weirdly enough though, it wasn’t love 

at first sight. 

“It was just something I decided to put 

I mind to. And, in the process I fell in 

love with the craft. So much so that 

I quit my engineering job almost a 

decade ago. I wanted to focus on the 

flowers and my catering company. 

“Two years in I started hosting floral 

workshops, and one day it just came to 

me – my first name translates to Flora, 

which means flower. This cannot be 

We can learn a lot from flowers. The thing 

about them is that they bloom anyway - 

they don’t compete with others 

coincidence and that’s why I believe 

this is my destiny.” 

Then came Covid. Like many 

businesses, Kagisho Catering took strain. 

No weddings. No functions. She almost 

lost everything. By this time, Bridget and 

her husband had three children. So, she 

started selling flowers from her garage, 

and delivered some herself. 

When she saw how one simple 

bunch of flowers impacted the lives 

of her customers, especially during 

the hardship they were facing, she 

knew she was on the right track. And 

so, as the world got back to normal, 

it wasn’t long before she opened 

Flora’s Flower Haven at the Atterbury 

Boulevard Lifestyle Centre. 

It’s like stepping into a tiny slice of 

flower paradise. Think quaint, colourful 

and tranquil. And, don’t expect your 

run-of-the mill kind of flowers. Bridget 

prides herself in providing all kinds 

of unique and exotic blooms… each 

bunch crafted with heaps of love and 

care. The best part? She caters for 

almost every kind of event. If there’s 

something to celebrate, you can count 

on Bridget’s flowers to light up the 

room! No wonder she was chosen to 

design the arrangements for the most 

recent Miss SA pageant! 

“My favourite part of the job is seeing 

a customer leave the shop 

with a smile and a sense 

of pride. It always leaves 

me content and fulfilled. 

I also love chatting with 

my customers which 

often results in long term 

relationships. And those to 

me, are priceless. 

Nowadays, Bridget’s bloom empire 

extends far and wide, as she offers 

workshops across South Africa, 

Botswana, Lesotho, and Kenya. 

Although her arrangements are very 

versatile, the avant-guard style - luxe, 

whimsical and airy - is growing on her. 

Pun intended! 

Bridget cherishes family time, so 

when she’s not at the shop, she loves 

spending time with her husband and 

three sons, 17-year-old Ethan, 15-yearold 

Letago and 11-year-old Lefa. 

“My kids are my inspiration. I’m working 

hard to give them the life I never had. I 

want to create opportunities for them

from the legacy that I am building. I 

believe they must have choices in life. 

Whether it’s taking over the business or 

following their own career path. 

“I also love going out with my sisters 

or friends. And, I enjoy hosting them, 

cooking up a storm and running away 

from the dishes,” she chuckles. 

But, it’s not only her family and a bunch 

of flowers that bring her joy - there’s 

just something about a stylish pair 

of sneakers she can’t resist. Especially 

since she’s on her feet most of the 

time. Needless to say, she loves it, and 

wouldn’t want it any other way. Just like 

her fave flower – the Ranunculus, aka, 

Buttercup – Bridget will always strive to 

be vibrant, growing and blooming. 

“We can learn a lot from flowers. 

The thing about them is that they 

bloom anyway - they don’t compete 

with others.” 

One thing’s for sure, Bridget knows 

the meaning of hustle. It just comes to 

show that once you set your mind on 

something, add heaps of positivity and 

don’t wait for life to hand opportunities 

to you on a silver platter, you can 

achieve anything. 

Details: Visit @floras_flower_haven and 

@kagishocatering on Insta, and Flora’s 

Flower Haven and Kagisho Catering and 

Décor on Facebook. 

What’s trending... 

Bridget shares a few of the latest 

wedding flower trends… 

• Whimsical centrepieces Most 

people don’t prefer the round 

traditional floral centrepieces anymore 

- instead they are going for airy looking 

floral arrangements in porcelain and 

coloured vases. 

• Flower pressing Most people are 

opting to pressing and framing long 

lasting flowers. I see this trend kicking 

out dried flower arrangements which 

has been ongoing for a while now. It’s 

also a great way of preserving your 

wedding bouquet. 

• Bold colours In recent years we have 

seen a trend in nude and under toned 

colours, pampas grass etc. Coming out 

of the pandemic, people are looking 

for ways to liven up their events. I have 

seen a rise in colour blocking flower 

arrangements even at weddings. 

Expect to see larger flowers, daring 

bouquets and a pop of colour in 2024. 

Top tips to get the most out of your bouquet 

Choose the best location. Fresh flowers thrive in cool areas. Also avoid direct 

sunlight and kitchen areas where it’s usually hot. Freshly cut stems are light 

sensitive and will quickly get dehydrated and die. 

Clean your vessel. Cleaning your vase with a strong detergent will ensure that 

there is no trace of microbial growth which often lies on the walls of the vase 

and will quickly kill your flowers. 

No foliage or leaves in the water. Use a scrapper or knife to remove any foliage 

or leaves that might be inside the water. Foliage or leaves that are immersed in 

the water usually stimulate microbial growth. 

Feed your flowers. Just like human beings, flowers also need to eat. Pour flower 

food in the vase whenever you change water. This will help them to bloom 

efficiently. 

Change water daily. Regularly changing water is yet another trick to help keep 

your flowers looking and smelling fresh. Furthermore, give your stems a fresh 

cut to create a new path of absorbing water. Aim to keep the stems a couple of 

centimetres from the bottom of the vase. 

Remove wilted flowers. Flowers release a gas called ethylene gas which 

affects the life span of your flowers. To prevent a dying flower from killing off its 

neighbours, take it out as soon as possible. 


Making (sound) waves... 

Meet Carmo da Silva singer-songwriter extraordinaire who 

performs under the stage name Filipa. With an electrifying 

stage presence and vocals as velvety as they come, 

she’s on a mission to share her sound with the world. 

Compiled by: ALANICKA LOTRIET. Image: SUBMITTED. 


etoria born Carmo da Silva, who performs under the stage name Filipa, 

recently competed against Portugal’s finest talent in the country’s 

Festival da Canção 24, organised by the national broadcasters, RTP. 

Festival da Canção is one of Portugal’s most high-profile music events. 

Not only because it showcases the cream of the country’s artists, but 

also because the winner of this contest goes on to perform as Portugal’s entry 

in Eurovision. 

It was an enormous honour to have taken part, Filipa says. Her song, You Can’t 

Hide, was selected as one of 20 finalists. Making her achievement more impressive, is 

the fact that 16 of these finalists are well-known Portuguese artists who were invited by 

RTP to write specifically for the event. The other four, including Filipa, submitted their 

compositions voluntarily and made it out of over a whopping 800 entries. And, she’s 

excited to announce that she had made it to the semi-finals! 

While the final curtain didn’t quite rise for Filipa at the festival, she’s still super grateful for 

the experience. 

“It was absolutely life-changing! Merely making it to Festival da Canção was such a great 

accomplishment for me as an artist and songwriter… it was exciting, nerve wrecking, but 

also extremely rewarding.” 

Although admitting that she found it daunting to be participating in a global event of this 

calibre, she is no stranger to competition. Filipa had her first taste of fame a decade ago 

after she won an international Ryan Seacrest Cover Competition with her version of One 

Direction’s hit, Story of My Life. 

Since then, she has wowed local audiences with songs that have climbed the South 

African radio charts with her most recent hit, Do Something, reaching number three on 

the Jacaranda FM Top 20. 

She’s also made forays into the US and UK markets, where her songs Good Behavior, 

I’d Rather Be Single and 7th Floor were very well received. While perfecting her skill as a 

performer, Filipa has honed her song writing prowess by working alongside international 

producers and song writers. 

“What inspires me most is my favourite artists, and collaboration. As much as I love 

drawing from my own experiences and writing music in my own space, I just love 

collaborating with other writers and artists! I enjoy learning from my peers and creating 

music together. It’s such a humbling and enriching experience. And so, I believe it inspires 

me to keep being creative and pushing myself to become a better writer and artist. 

“I’ve known I wanted to be a performer since I was eight years old and have travelled a 

long journey of ups and downs since then. All the learnings have been valuable, though, 

because they have helped me find my authentic voice.” 

This is important to Filipa, because she has always been determined to remain true to 

herself, even as she experimented with her sound. With You Can’t Hide, she believes she 

has found her true voice. “It’s a great example of the music I love … pop with a twist”. 

“It was incredible to have been a part the journey and to know that a song I wrote has 

impacted people in some way.” 

She’s excited to announce that she’s cooking up a storm in the studio, brewing up an EP 

set to be released in the next few months. 

Even though she’s been somewhat of a studio body lately, Filipa’s been itching to get 

back on stage. And, we can’t wait to see what she’s got in store next. So, you might want 

to keep a look out on her social media for upcoming gigs. 

Details: Follow @filipamusic on Insta and @Filipa on Facebook 

Filipa’s top playlist picks 

In the spirit of romance, Filipa shares five songs that should top any wedding playlist. 

• Shania Twain - When You Kiss Me 

• Faith Hill - There You’ll Be 

• Marc Anthony & Tina Arena - I Want To Spend My Lifetime Loving You 

• RHODES - You & I 

• The Bee Gees - How Deep Is Your Love 


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. 



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 

course 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 spices 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 a 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 @getitptamagazine 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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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 a 

florists 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 @getitptamagazine on Instagram or Facebook. 

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