Designing your dream home can be thrilling, but what if you want a space that truly stands the test of time? Amanda Kelly, Head Residential Interior Designer at Tracy Kelly Design, says the ‘gin stool‘ is her go-to piece for adding charm to a room. Small but full of character, it sits perfectly beside an antique chair, sofa, or even a bath. Its ease of movement creates height and visual interest while filling those awkward...
If your interiors are feeling a little lacklustre, read below for some tips, tricks, and trends from one of our local décor store owners. We asked Hannah Keppler, owner of The Ruby Orchard in Howick, for her recommendations on seasonal décor tips and tricks. But if that’s not really your focus, there are also a few more timeless trends you can incorporate in your interior spaces. With over a decade in the running, The Ruby...
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 My late dad, Bernard, bought this hiring company in 1996 and was excited about the prospect of owning his own business after working in the banking industry for so many years. Dawn, my mom, now retired, joined him after selling...
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 After selling our previous business in the fuel industry, we took a much-needed break to the Cape. One morning, we had a wine tasting at the Van Loveren Family Vineyards in Robertson, in their beautiful garden setting, when their gran...
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...
Steiner Schwartz Jewellers is a family-owned boutique jewellery business with a heart of gold, where precision and eloquence are just some of its lasting qualities. The company was founded by Karl Steiner, originally opening in 1969 as TJ Payne in Pietermaritzburg as an independent store, just five years after he moved to South Africa from Waldenburg, Germany. Karl Steiner is a master watchmaker by trade who started his career in Germany. He progressed to the...
Unleash your creativity, challenge yourself outdoors, and indulge in the region’s culinary delights. When it comes to the chilly seasons, it’s tempting to hibernate with a warm cup of tea, a cosy blanket, and a favourite show. But winter has so much more to offer! From outdoor adventures to creative pursuits, there are plenty of ways to stay active and engaged. We’ve rounded up some fun activities and hobbies to get you out of hibernation...
Luxury is more than a label—it’s a lived experience shaped by passion, precision, and personal commitment. Owned and operated by Andrew and Liesel Norton, the Fine & Country KZN Midlands office is a standout in South Africa’s prestigious property sector. With an unrelenting obsession for real estate and a deep understanding of what it means to own, manage, and grow property portfolios, the Nortons have built a brand that is synonymous with excellence. A Team...
One of the best parts about the Midlands, apart from the majestic views and tight-knit community, is the exceptional coffee. We would love to celebrate three specific cafés that were selected as the regional winners of the Battle of the Beans competition recently: Lineage Coffee in Nottingham Road, Home Slice Café at The Old Mushroom Farm in Karkloof, and Next Coffee in Pietermaritzburg. Organised by the Coffee Colab (Coffee Collaboration), a collective of coffee experts...
Shaped by faith, tested by loss, and inspired by love—Carol Sacke Landscaping’s story is one of strength and growth. In places where mist rolls over hills and the soil breathes with life, there is a team of gardeners who don’t just landscape—they craft living works of art, rooted in purpose, faith and perseverance. At the helm is Carol Sacke, a woman whose journey is a testament to resilience and the beauty that grows from hardship....