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08/09/2024

WIN! WIN! WIN! A case of De Krans Premium Moscato Perlé wines!

The De Krans Premium White Moscato Perlé has delicious fruit flavours of muscat, litchi, apricots and hints of honey and exotic spice, the Premium Red Moscato Perlé has 15 per cent Pinotage added to give it the red colour, which changes the fruit profile considerably to flavours of berries, litchi, soft prunes and muscat, with strawberries, blackcurrants and exotic spice on the palate, while the De Krans Premium Rosé Moscato Perlé dazzles with a beautiful, pink blush colour – a result of a touch of Pinotage added to the Muscadel and Hanepoot.

To read more about our Wish List and to enter:

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Entries close 30 September 2024. Good luck!

Please note that all of these steps need to be completed in order to successfully enter this competition. We have some other awesome prizes up for grabs this month, so be sure to see more on our website under ‘competitions’.

07/09/2024

It's not just another Saturday – it's Springbok Game Day and we couldn't be more excited 🏉

Not long now until our boys take on the All Blacks. It’s always a nail biting game when these two titans clash!

Drop a comment with your game predictions – who’s scoring first? 🇿🇦

06/09/2024

What better way to celebrate than with our September Book Club? We’ve got a fantastic lineup of love stories, suspenseful murders and thrilling revenge tales (with a great bottle of wine of course!) to take us into the weekend.

Discover these great reads right here:

Every great love story deserves a great ending. And how, exactly, will Amy Neff’s debut novel, The Days I Loved You Most, play out? It’s the story of a couple who’ve known and loved each other for more than sixty years, who gather their three children to tell them of their plans. One has a [.....

05/09/2024

September is South African Tourism month, and what a great time to explore the beauty of our city. We get to do so through the eyes and tastebuds of our beautiful September Cover Star, Briony Leigh Smith!

Dive into Briony’s story here:

September is South African Tourism month, and what a great time to explore the beauty of our city. We get to do so through the eyes and tastebuds of a loud, proud tourism queen. With more than 25 years’ tourism experience under her belt, Briony Smith is a woman of infinite vision. While running he...

04/09/2024

WIN! WIN! WIN!

A two-night stay in a five-bed chalet at Sungubala Eco Camp worth R6300, plus a bottle of wine on arrival.

To read more about this spectacular getaway and to enter:

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5. Enter the competition by filling in the form here: https://getitmagazine.co.za/highway-berea/blog/2024/08/22/the-mountains-are-calling/

Entries close 29 September 2024. Good luck!

Please note that all of these steps need to be completed in order to successfully enter this competition. We have some other awesome prizes up for grabs this month, so be sure to see more on our website under ‘competitions’.

A family-friendly trip to the Berg provided space to reconnect and recharge. Anyone who has spent time in the Berg will know that it holds a special magic. It’s in the scale of the mountains, the crisp air, the unbeatable views. While every season has its own beauty, we visited in mid-winter. The ...

03/09/2024

Fig Tree Farm, one of the Upper Highway’s most lively local hangouts, just added four beautiful Padel courts to allow play in all weather conditions. In the company of media, pro padel players and key role players, owner of the farm Luke Bailes did the unveiling followed by a tour of the facilities, and a celebration of sparkling wine and canapés.

Get the full scoop here:

Fig Tree Farm, one of the Upper Highway’s most lively, local hangouts for all kinds of fun, food and festivals, just added a new dimension to its grounds. Four beautiful Padel courts that have been built to allow play in all weather conditions. In the company of media, pro padel players and key ro...

02/09/2024

WIN! WIN! WIN!

Celebrate the many joys of Spring with Bruce Jack Bumble Bee Moscato! Bruce Jack Bumble Bee Moscato is a light, low alcohol and truly wonderfully refreshing sparkling wine. For a proper Spring celebration, you’ll need a case … luckily, that’s exactly what we’re giving a follower this month!

To read more about our September SPOIL and to enter:

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4. Tag three friends who would love a case too in the comments.
5. Enter the competition by filling in the form here: https://getitmagazine.co.za/highway-berea/blog/2024/08/22/september-spoil-celebrate-the-many-joys-of-spring-with-bruce-jack-bumble-bee-moscato/

Entries close 25 September 2024. Good luck!

Please note that all of these steps need to be completed in order to successfully enter this competition. We have some other awesome prizes up for grabs this month, so be sure to see more on our website under ‘competitions’.

01/09/2024

From high-energy dance moves to inspiring Women in Business gatherings, the South African Bone Marrow Registry (SABMR)’s annual golf day, and even a visit from Peppa Pig LIVE at SUNCOAST Durban —this month is full of can’t-miss events!

Check out all the dates and details right here:

Pencil these events into your diary right now Calling young female dancers in Durban and surrounds! This year’s JOMBA! Contemporary Dance Experience taking place in our city features an exciting new addition – a residency focusing on the development of young women in dance. The seven-day residen...

30/08/2024

It’s September, and that means celebrations – a new season, the blessing of rain and bountiful blooms in the garden!

This month, we celebrate our heritage through food, travel, locally made creations and beautiful people in our community starting with KZN tourism queen Briony Smith, who shares her favourite local outdoor escapes and eateries. We also get to know female touch rugby pro Mengka Singh, share a magnificent tribute to Michaelhouse and learn about managing pain from occupational therapist and author Helen Roome.

There’s colourful beauty; we plate up tradition with a few tasty twists; naturally rock nature with locals who’re spreading the love through useful and artful accents; and take a family-friendly trip to the berg. And let’s not forget our bumper feature focussing on kids, with helpful tips for parents.

For the competition fans, we’ve two cases of moscato to give away as well as a two-night stay in a five-bed chalet at .eco.camp

Grab a copy of our September issue at your local distribution point or read it online here: https://shorturl.at/Gz1kL

Cover: Briony Leigh Smith
Shot by: Julian Carelsen Photography
Dress: Karen Monk Klijnstra
Shoes: New Earth

29/08/2024

One for the coffee lovers!

In our next issue of Get It, we'll be showcasing some of the best coffee hotspots in Durbs. If you believe your coffee spot is a must-visit and want to attract more coffee lovers, this is your chance!

Why Feature Your Coffee Spot?
• Reach a Wider Audience: Our magazine reaches a more affluent market who love the finer things in life.
• Seasonal Appeal: With summer around the corner, people are looking for new places to enjoy their coffee adventures.
• Affordable Promotion: For just R1,500 (including VAT and social media posts), you can feature an image of your signature cup or mug of coffee along with an 80-word description to connect with all coffee lovers out there.
Important Dates:
• Booking Deadline: 6 September
• Material Submission: 13 September
• Distribution Commences: 27 September

Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your customer base and make sure coffee lovers consider your hotspot for their next coffee experience. Contact us today to reserve your space.
Details: Christine ([email protected] / 082 972 1266) or Giles ([email protected] / 083 632 5931)

29/08/2024

The East Coast Radio House + Garden Show kicked off with a brilliant opening this year, not that we expected anything less from this iconic Durban event!

Read more here: https://shorturl.at/Qg4lA

28/08/2024

We’re jam addicts and have just discovered Rhodes' new Apricot and Peach flavour that comes in a 290g cup with resealable lid, for convenience and freshness. We enjoyed it so much, that we got another and made pudding with it … Cape Brandy Pudding to be exact. It’s the sister to malva and deliciously warming for family dinner occasions.

It serves 6-8 and you’ll need:

For the pudding: 250 g pitted dates, chopped; 5 ml (1 tsp) bicarbonate of soda; 250 ml (1 cup) boiling water; 125 g (125 ml) butter, softened; 100 g (125 ml) sugar; 100g (65 ml) Rhodes Quality Apricot and Peach Jam; 2 eggs; 240 g (2 cups) cake flour; 5 ml (1 tsp) baking powder; 1 ml (¼ tsp) salt; 100 g walnuts, lightly roasted and chopped

For the sauce: 250 g sugar; 15 ml (1 Tbsp) butter; 190 ml (¾ cup) water; 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence; a pinch salt; 125 ml (½ cup) brandy or substitute with Rhodes Quality Apple 100% Fruit Juice;

To serve: whipped cream

What to do: Place the chopped dates in a bowl. Add the bicarbonate of soda and pour over the boiling water. Allow to soak and cool. Cream the butter, sugar and Rhodes Quality Apricot and Peach Jam until creamy. Add the eggs one at a time and mix well. Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt. Beat into the butter. Pour in the soaked dates with the water and beat well. Stir in the nuts. Spoon the batter into a baking dish that has been sprayed with non-stick spray. Bake the pudding in an oven that has been preheated to 180° for 40 minutes or until firm to the touch. To make the sauce, heat the sugar, butter and water over medium heat and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Stir in the vanilla, salt and brandy (or Rhodes Quality Apple 100% Fruit Juice) and once the sauce is warmed through remove from the heat. Pour the brandy syrup over the hot pudding straight from the oven. Serve hot, with whipped cream

27/08/2024

Newly crowned Miss South Africa 2024, Mia le Roux is a keen cook and a dab hand in the kitchen! One of her favourite dishes to make for friends and family is Thai Green Chicken Curry. It’s a Jamie Oliver recipe she’s adapted to include ingredients more readily available in South Africa and, trust us, it’s a real winner.

Mia Le Roux’s Thai Green Chicken Curry

You’ll need: 750g skinless chicken breasts; 2 tbsp olive oil; 400g button mushrooms, sliced; 400g coconut milk; 1 cup of chicken stock; 200g sugar snap peas; ½ bunch fresh basil; 1 red chilli, chopped; 1 lime

For the curry paste: 4 garlic cloves; 2 onions; 5cm piece of ginger; Zest and juice of 1 lemon; 4 green chillies, chopped; 1 tsp ground cumin; ½ bunch of fresh coriander; 2 tbs fish sauce

What to do: To make the curry paste, peel, roughly chop and place the garlic, onions and ginger into a food processor.
Add the lemon zest and squeeze the juice into the processor. Trim and add the chillies, cumin and half the coriander.
Blitz until finely chopped then add the fish sauce and blitz again.
Slice the chicken into bite-size pieces. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat, add the chicken and cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until just turning golden. Remove and transfer to a plate. Return the pan to a medium heat, add the mushrooms and cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until golden.
Transfer to a plate using a slotted spoon. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the Thai green paste for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the coconut milk and the chicken stock.
Turn the heat up and gently bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes or until slightly reduced.
Stir in the chicken and mushrooms, reduce the heat to low and cook for a further 5 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through, adding the sugar snap peas for the final 2 minutes.
Taste and if needed, season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Roughly chop and stir through the basil leaves and remaining coriander and scatter over the chopped red chilli.
Serve with steamed rice and a wedge of lime.

26/08/2024

Cheers to these easy-drinking wines ... affordable enough to enjoy a glass every night, pleasing enough to serve at your next dinner party.

Discover them all here:

Cheers to these easy-drinking wines … affordable enough to enjoy a glass every night, pleasing enough to serve at your next dinner party. Fruit-forward and full-bodied, Four Cousins Directors Reserve Merlot is a medium sweet red wine … all chocolate, plum, red fruit and dark cherry … drink it ...

25/08/2024

When garden guru’s talk about sustainable gardening, which is this year’s top trend, what they are talking about are water wise, heat tolerant plants that contribute to a healthy environment by attracting butterflies, bees and other beneficial garden insects.

Perennial flowers also tick all the boxes as low maintenance plants that together with shrubs and trees provide the basic framework of the garden.

Most perennials survive drought, even during the first few weeks of their growth and, once in place, will happily grow for three or four years in ordinary garden soil before they need to be lifted and divided. They are also excellent in containers for the patio and as accents or focal points in the garden.

For growing tips and to see the new varieties of perennials to look out for in Spring, read the full article here - https://getitmagazine.co.za/highway-berea/blog/2024/08/23/perennial-charm/

24/08/2024

We’re unashamedly enjoying a delicious treat from these new titles...

Tarunima Sinha learnt to bake with just one cake tin. An ancient, 8-inch aluminium chapati tin that belonged to her grandmother. And in My Little Cake Tin, she shares her magnificent recipes using just that size tin. Including basic useful building blocks, tools, and tips for new or nervous bakers, the book then goes on to be a delicious discovery of every cake imaginable ... the glorious festive Sicilian cassata cake, the pastel-green marzipan covered Swedish Prinsestarta (princess cake), and the coconut, lime and pineapple tiramisu cake that gets pride of place on the cover ... it’s just one joyful recipe after another. Hardie Grant, Quadrille. R609 from Exclusive Books
Beetroot relish and brandy-preserved cherries and roasted apricot jam. Tomato passata and dried mushrooms and Worcestershire sauce. Not Just Jam will have you sterilising bottles and dissolving sugar and macerating and stirring and bubbling and leaving you with bottles of the most delicious home-made preserves, pickles, sauces and jams ... all developed by Matthew Evans on The Fat Pig Farm. Murdoch Books, R505 from Takealot

Murdoch Books Hardie Grant Books

23/08/2024

If you're in the mood for a market that'll be anything but boring, don't miss The GOOD old CHURCH fete at St Agnes Anglican Church next Saturday, 31 August! From stall holders and tasty treats to a fun fashion show, it's all about supporting small entrepreneurs, recognising local talent and growing the community.

You'll find handcrafted silver and beaded jewellery, unique fabric bags, a luxury boutique, designer earrings, hair accessories and bags, an artist and a digital sculptor. Also on offer are cushions and covers, books, fragrances and metal art. There will also be some pre-loved treasures waiting to find their new home.

Durban designers Karen Monk Klijnstra and Warren Morck will delight with a fantastic fashion show; as will dancers from the Karen Drake Dance studio; and their will be live music by various singers and musicians including The Highwaymen men's acapella group.

To fill hungry tummies, you can choose from a selection of Indian savouries, designer cakes and pastries, boerewors rolls and pancakes to be enjoyed with homemade lemonade, cold drinks or tea and coffee, which you'll find in the tea garden.

There will be vintage cars on display, plenty of games to entertain the kids and plants and flowers will be on sale too.

23/08/2024

Insider tips to lose the bloat for optimal digestive health:

Insider tips to lose the bloat for optimal digestive health In the pursuit of overall well-being, one aspect that often gets overlooked is the health of our gut. But it’s fast becoming a trending topic as people are seeing remarkable changes to their health when they just tweak a few things in the...

22/08/2024

We’ve a colour crush … loving Ice Blue
On the runways one shade filtered through as a key player. Ice blue is the soft and fresh hue seen across new season silhouettes, from knitwear to tailoring and more. Refined and fresh, we found these two must-have pieces at Witchery:

The 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗡𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗞𝗻𝗶𝘁 𝗗𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 is a standout piece. Crafted from a fine, ribbed knit, this dress fits close to the body, creating an eye-catching fit-and-flare silhouette. The turtle neck and sleeveless cut adds a touch of sophistication, while the wool, cashmere and cotton blend makes it perfect for late Winter, early Spring weather.
𝗦𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗶𝗽: Pair this dress with knee-high boots and a long coat for a chic winter look. Add a statement belt to accentuate your silhouette and elevate the look.

The ultimate layering piece, this 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝗽 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗡𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗞𝗻𝗶𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝗽 is perfect under all your winter layers. It fits true to size and features a cropped length, a folded turtle neckline, and a clean-finish crepe knit. Its straight hem and sleeveless cut offer a contemporary appeal.
𝗦𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗶𝗽: Wear this top with high-waisted trousers or a midi skirt for a balanced silhouette. Layer with a tailored blazer for a polished office look or a leather jacket for a more edgy vibe.

Find both at Witchery at Woolworths.

22/08/2024

Are you looking for a way to connect with your target audience and grow your business? Look no further than Get It Magazine!

With our magazine, you'll have the opportunity to get your brand in front of the right people, whether you're looking to promote products or services, expand your reach, or increase brand awareness. And with both printed and digital formats available, you'll get maximum exposure and flexibility.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your business to the next level.

Contact Christine ([email protected] / 082 972 1266) or Giles ([email protected] / 083 632 5931) to get started today!

21/08/2024

With a couple of packets of chicken pieces and a little forward planning, you’ll have a week of easy meals with flavours from around the world

Discover how right here:

With a couple of packets of chicken pieces and a little forward planning, you’ll have a week of easy meals with flavours from around the world Chicken every night of the week. Ho-hum. Nope … not when you can hop from the tastes of the Greek islands to flavours of India, to a hit of […]

20/08/2024

Whether you’re strolling to the park to walk the dogs or heading out of town for a day’s hard hike, make sure you’re (well) dressed for the occasion!

This Borealis backpack offers plenty of room for essentials and everyday belongings - translating from your work day to a hiking trail ... simply swop out your laptop (there’s a protected laptop compartment) and smartphone for a packed lunch and water bottles (two external water bottle pockets). 28-litre capacity - so roomy enough for extra hiking layers, flexible moulded shoulder straps, a padded mesh back section and a breathable lumbar panel for long-term carrying comfort. Plus it’s made of recycled materials and has an extended bungee cord system for more external storage. R2999

The Nuptse jacket has been delivering game-changing warmth since 1992 and no other jacket has journeyed so naturally from the mountains to city streets. This cropped version, is loaded with 700 fill responsibly sourced down for long-lasting warmth, is water repellent and breathable. Wear slightly loose for the best comfort. R5999

From pre-dawn starts to sundown sessions, the classic Logo Box Cuffed Beanie will keep you warm. The acrylic yarn is resilient yet surprisingly soft, so it won’t stretch out of shape. Two fit options ... deep and shallow. R549

When you’re heading into town and only need your phone, keys, wallet and other small essentials, the Y2K Shoulder Bag delivers the space you need. R799

We’ve gone girl-power ... but there’s an exceptional range of jackets, dufflebags, backpacks and accessories for city boys and adventurous chaps, too. Details: thenorthface.co.za

20/08/2024

Trellidor, a leading security barrier manufacturer, opened its doors in Hillcrest, attracting a diverse crowd of business owners, interior designers, developers, and homeowners.

See who we spotted here:

Serving the community is at the backbone of what Trellidor does, so when the leading local security barrier manufacturer opened its doors in Hillcrest recently, the turnout was impressive. The event was supported by a diverse mix of business owners, interior designers, developers and homeowners who....

20/08/2024

In celebration of remarkable local women this month, we chat to a trio who are all about the importance of mindful consumption

Read about their amazing initiative here:

Upcycling is a worldwide movement that just keeps on gaining momentum. And why shouldn’t it? With this in mind, and because we’re celebrating remarkable local women this month, we chat to a trio who are all about the importance of mindful consumption. Meet Brenda Scheepers, Proceed Ngcobo and Th...

18/08/2024

We are obsessed with chai lattes ... and have yet to find one to make at home that lives up to those we order from our fave coffee shops. Until now.

Say a warm and spicy welcome to the new Tetley Chai Lattes. Chai - which is the Hindi word for tea, has been enjoyed for thousands of years, with its roots in the fabric of Indian tea culture. Sweet. Spicy. Creamy.

It’s indulgence in a mug ... and these new ones come in original and fragrant vanilla flavours. Easy for on-the-run treats, simply empty the sachet’s contents into a mug, fill up with boiling water or milk (or a combo of the two) and you’re good to go.

In your local supermarkets and Takealot now.

Tetley Tea

17/08/2024

A handful of reads...
In 1951, unhappiness is hardly grounds for divorce. Except at the divorce ranches of Reno, Nevada. Here women live together for six weeks - the state’s only divorce requirement - before they earn their freedom. Six weeks of living it up at the casino and flirting with cowboys. The Divorcées by Rowan Beaird ... all female friendship, desire, and freedom. Manilla Press

The Blue Sisters. A strait-laced lawyer. A boxer-turned-bouncer. A Paris model. And then the fourth sister ... who’s unexpected death leaves the three reeling. Grief, addiction, heartbreak all need to be addressed when they reunite in New York to stop the sale of their family home. Coco Mellors’ novel is a beautifully written story of true sisterhood - the misunderstandings, the squabbles, the resentment and the love. HarperCollins UK

The Manor. It’s meant to be a retreat for the very wealthy ... the kind of place where guests are given crystals to wear in a velvet pouch, and who attend solstice suppers in the forest. Where the owner rubs clary sage onto her pulse points and halos herself with sacred mist. That would be just before she has five shots of vodka (it’s a clean spirit!) to wash down the pills kept inside her old Ayurvedic tea tin. It’s also a place that is, on opening night, on fire. Secrets from more decade before have come back to haunt ... and it’s going to end in murder. Lucy Foley’s The Midnight Feast is just fabulous! HarperCollins

A book tour along the Amalfi Coast, rabid fans, literary rivals, ex-flames, a crazed stalker ... suspicions are flying faster than paperbacks off a bestseller shelf ... and someone is trying to get away with murder. Every Time I Go On Vacation Someone Dies is Catherine Mack’s fabulously darkly funny read. Macmillan

Kevin Kwan’s Lies and Weddings is the marvellously wicked story of Rufus, a future earl and former supermodel, who’s drowning in debt and who’s only hope, according to his mum, is to attend his sister’s wedding and seduce a woman with money. But the exposure of a secret tryst sees the family plans - and their reputation - go up in flames, leaving Rufus in a bit of a quandary. Glitz, glamour, money, s*x and murder. Such fun! Hutchinson Heinemann

All books available from Exclusive Books

Penguin Random House SA Pan Macmillan South Africa HarperCollins

16/08/2024

Sunny succulents
Their water wise design has resulted in many intriguing leaf shapes and textures, that fit right into contemporary home décor.

What’s more they are difficult to kill because they need less water and nutrients than traditional plants. Some of the hardiest succulents can survive without water for months. They are the ideal plant for the ‘lock up and go lifestyle’ or for absentminded plant parents.

Learn what the best ways are to incorporate succulents in your home, like making a cactus bowl and choosing the correct type of succulents here - https://getitmagazine.co.za/highway-berea/blog/2024/08/16/sunny-succulents/

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15/08/2024