Merry Meals
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Merry Meals

The Midlands MagazineDecember 8, 2025

We are pleased to share three hearty and fun Christmas recipes from renowned chef Jackie Cameron. Give these a try if you’re out of ideas or need some inspiration. Here’s to merriment and joy for this festive season! Stoney Ginger Beer, Fresh Peach & Cherry Glazed Dargle Christmas Ham Ingredients: 2kg “Dargle Valley Meat” – Gammon Ham (Bone-out) For the Glaze: 150g butter, salted 300g treacle brown sugar 90ml Dijon mustard 3 cups Stoney Ginger...

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Thick with Tradition
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Thick with Tradition

The Midlands MagazineNovember 20, 2025

I recently saw a post on Instagram where a South African food influencer spoke about a brand making real Greek yoghurt. Not “Greek-style,” or “double cream”, but yoghurt made the traditional way – strained, thick, and packed with protein. Naturally, I was curious. And hungry. I learned that most yoghurts on local supermarket shelves labelled “Greek style” are, in fact, not Greek at all – or at least not in method. They’re typically thickened using...

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I ♥ Boobies

The Midlands MagazineNovember 20, 2025

Breast cancer is a topic most women undoubtedly shudder to think about, and a sad reality is that many women are reportedly diagnosed in later stages due to a lack of sufficient awareness and education about it, or suitable health care available. This is something that the non-profit organisation, ILoveBoobies, seeks to change for South African women.   From a small fundraising effort in 2016 to an established and registered non-profit in 2017, ILoveBoobies has been...

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Mama Mia!
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Mama Mia!

The Midlands MagazineNovember 13, 2025

As the Christmas holidays roll in, so does the never-ending supply of energy from little ones, eager to explore and have fun. While the festive season is a time for joy and family, it can also leave many mums and dads wondering what to do about – “I’m bored!”. Enter Mama Mia Playhouse & Café, in Tweedie, Howick – offering a breath of fresh air and a serene place of peace and relaxation for families...

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Summer Magic
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Summer Magic

The Midlands MagazineNovember 12, 2025

Celebration mode commences at this time of year, with public events, markets, and live performances – making the most of the extra daylight. These balmy weeks provide the perfect backdrop for everything that makes this part of the world daydream-worthy, with many opportunities to witness the drama of summer unfolding in nature. Here’s how to enjoy the season without the midday scorch: Early Morning Adventures  Sunrise Zip-linings For those who like a dash of adrenaline...

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Celebrating 15 years of Cascades Lifestyle Centre
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Celebrating 15 years of Cascades Lifestyle Centre

The Midlands MagazineNovember 12, 2025

This year marks a special occasion for Cascades Lifestyle Centre in Pietermaritzburg because they’re celebrating their 15th birthday. This is a proud milestone for the centre, which had its humble beginnings as a small nature-inspired shopping destination with only a few shops. But, over the years, it blossomed into what it is today, a “lifestyle hub” with a rich combination of all things retail, wellness, dining, and community. “Cascades has always been about connection –...

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Designing a Well-Lived Life
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Designing a Well-Lived Life

The Midlands MagazineOctober 9, 2025

Discover estates built for family, community, and legacy. Windspur Estate Crafting a Vibrant Future in the Midlands Situated on an elevated site, and only 1km from the KZN Midlands hub of Nottingham Road Village, Windspur Estate is a 14-hectare retreat that blends sustainable living with a warm sense of community. With only 34 freehold plots, this development offers a fresh take on countryside charm, inviting residents to embrace a lifestyle that’s both modern and rooted...

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Through the Decades – Coffeeberry with Con Malherbe 
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Through the Decades – Coffeeberry with Con Malherbe 

The Midlands MagazineSeptember 26, 2025

We are proud to celebrate a few milestones achieved by our local businesses this year. Learn more about what the decades have taught them and continue to shape them to serve our community. The Beginning The inspiration behind Coffeeberry was born when I applied to the then-Cascades landlords, Old Mutual, to take over the premises of Icy Cool, a longstanding ice cream parlour and coffee shop that had closed down. Old Mutual required a business...

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Out of Town
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Out of Town

The Midlands MagazineJuly 15, 2025

This season, swap misty mornings for salty air and make time to explore the charm, flavour and fun of Ballito and Umhlanga. Winter is the perfect excuse for a quick coastal escape—think warm sunshine, fresh seafood by the sea, and charming towns ready to be explored. Sure, the beaches are beautiful (and yes, you will want to kick off your shoes), but there’s so much more to discover beyond the sand. I’ve curated the ultimate...

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A Healer’s Journey
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A Healer’s Journey

The Midlands MagazineJuly 14, 2025

The Midlands community is proud of its talented members who all contribute their expertise, and one such individual is Sabelo Xaba, who has gone from strength to strength in building his practice as a Physical Therapist and finding his way as a Zulu man. Read more about how he finds meaning within healing.  Sabelo has always been a gentle soul, the peacemaker amongst his peers. “My father had a calm demeanour, there was no shouting...

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