Celebrate the spoken word

The 19th Poetry Africa Festival begins next week. Poets from SA and around the world will gather for a week in celebration of the spoken word and storytelling. Hosted by UKZN’s Centre for Creative Arts, the festival will run in Durban from October 12-17. From poetry readings to performances, workshops…

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Be waterwise this summer

Our swimming pool is great during summer when I can get the kids out there and out of my hair for hours while I lie quietly enjoying a good read. But for the most time it is the bane of my life – keeping it filled, blue and functioning is…

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More comfort on low-cost flights

More comfort on low-cost flights Here’s a piece of interesting news for those of you planning on flying within SA this upcoming holiday. SA low-cost airline, kulula, has just announced Stretch Zone seating – for those fliers who want cheaper flights as well as the option of more legroom and…

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Join Rick Stein for breakfast at the Oyster Box

Internationally-acclaimed chef Rick Stein, who will be in Durban for the Good Food & Wine Show, will be hosting an exclusive breakfast at the Oyster Box on October 29 at 8.30am. The Eastern Mediterranean-inspired breakfast and is based on Stein’s recent television series and book From Venice to Istanbul A…

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Durban’s Good Food & Wine Show around the corner

The Durban Good Food & Wine Show kicks off on October 30 at the Durban Exhibition Centre. Run in association with Durban Tourism it promises celebrity chefs galore, book signings, Q&A’s and what is a food show in Durban without the Big Durban Curry Cook-Off. And if you’re a fan…

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Wild Coast Sun calls on all biking enthusiasts

Are you a mountain biking enthusiast? Well, here’s an event you might want to add to your race calendar. The Wild Coast Sun has introduced The Wild Coast Sun Mountain Bike Challenge which happens on October 31. Three routes (40km, 20km and a 10km fun ride) for varying fitness levels…

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For the love of food and fun

It’s Heritage Day and (for some) a long weekend to boot. And if it’s authentic, local and yummy grub and entertainment you’re looking for, then the Durban Street Food Festival is the place to be.

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Happy Heritage Day!

Here’s a link to a Storify I did on what people are saying about Heritage Day on social media. Have a fantastic one Looking for a great web host, try Hostking

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Take heed

September 10 is World Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day. At 8pm, all over the world candles will be lit near a window to remember loved ones lost to suicide and to support the survivors. Show your support and do the same. The Suicide Support group has shared these tips for…

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