Online and books editor by day, mum even while I sleep, individual all the time. I live in the beautiful city of Durban - the unpolished gem in South Africa. If I didn't have a family, I'd be that crazy cat lady your mum probably warned you not to feed! Blogging is where I share, vent, rant, laugh and generally be myself. Join the ride!

Slow Saturday anyone?

8 Morrison Street, Rivertown, is one of Durban’s most exciting urban regeneration spaces, and I’ve been keeping a keen eye on the goings on at the space. I’ve been particularly interested in the Slow Saturdays concept. It’s all about showcasing local talent – musically, gastronomically, artistically and through entrepreneurship. Entrance to…

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Dance your way to health

So all you children of the 80s – do you remember the raves you frequented in dingy warehouses and other hidden venues? Bet you didn’t believe that a rave could be associated with clean living and wholesome family time. Durban is set to embark on a new experience – The Morning…

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Keep your kids safe on the internet

Yesterday was Safer Internet Day – a global initiative aimed at promoting safer and more responsible use of online technology. As a mum with kids who have cellphones, tablets, computers and gaming consoles, the issue of online appropriateness is something I am acutely aware of.

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Bubbly, good food… what more do I need

The Oyster Box is always dreaming up new and fantastic ways to entice us through their doors. I was very excited to hear about the new addition to their events for the first quarter of this year – possibly because I simply adore a glass, or two, of bubbly.

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On My Desk

The Bangkok Asset by John Burdett (Corsair) This is the sixth novel in John Burdett’s Bangkok series. Hero, Sochai Jitpleecheep, is a tortured Buddhist detective with the Royal Thai police force. In this novel, Sonchai and his partner, Inspector Krom, witness a deadly demonstration of superhuman force from a man…

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Don’t miss the Big Big Designer sale this month

I’m a great believer in buying local and boosting the local economy. I pride myself on buying only South African designer wear – there are so many talented artists in our country producing clothing of exceptional quality. So, I’m very excited about the upcoming Big Big Designer sale – it is not…

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Mo Magic at a theatre near you

Mo Magic has just come off a hugely successful SABC3 TV show, Magic with Mo. But he’s not one to cool his heels. This magician will now bring his art to the stage from February 11 to 14 at the Sneddon Theatre right here in Durban.

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South African wins a Michelin Star

Jan van der Westhuizen has just become the first South African to receive the honour of a Michelin Star for his restaurant, JAN. Situated in the South of France, the restaurant was also voted one of the best restaurants in the world by Condé Nast Traveller in 2015.

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On my desk

Clairwood: The Untold Story by Juggie Pather As a child I spent many hours in the bustling Clairwood area. My family’s clothing business was situated behind the Moon Hotel mentioned by Dr Juggie Pather in his book Clairwood: The Untold Story. I had my ears pierced at the age of…

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New-look Barbies … about time

This week, Mattel announced that Barbie has been given a makeover – the doll will now be available in three new body types – tall, petite and curvy. So, the 56-year-old stereotypical, disproportionately long-legged, blonde and blue-eyed “bombshell” is getting more real. The new dolls will now feature four body…

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