BEST OF 2025: South Africans living the dream in a French château A South African couple have majestically restored a French château. Here’s why – and what it reveals about our search for slower living… by Sarah Buitendach December 28, 2025 Pleasure·Travel 5
All rained out: will Joburg summer ever arrive?! The carousel of gloom, mizzle, apocalyptic storms and weird temperatures has turned Jono Hall into an unashamed weather-talker… by Jono Hall December 22, 2025 Pleasure·The Zeitgeist
De Hoop Collection: A luxury escape inside De Hoop Nature Reserve Discover the unique beauty of De Hoop Collection, where nature encounters luxury in the heart of the fynbos… by Carmen Clegg December 17, 2025 Pleasure·Travel 1
In search of Neruda: A writer’s pilgrimage to Isla Negra A lyrical journey through Pablo Neruda’s Isla Negra home, exploring the poet’s curiosities, politics, solitude and Chile’s unforgettable food and drink… by TJ Strydom December 15, 2025 Pleasure
The books we loved this year (and why they’re perfect December reads) Dive into our curated list of the best holiday reads to enjoy this December. It'll thrill, no matter your taste… by Sarah Buitendach December 14, 2025 Books·Pleasure
The Friday song (on a Sunday): ‘Turnaround’ (featuring Hampton Hawes) by Charlie Haden A look at the genius of Charlie Haden, heard through ‘Turnaround’ – his thoughtful, soulful duet with Hampton Hawes… by Mark Rosin December 14, 2025 Pleasure
The great therapy rush and its casualties Therapy has gone mainstream and so have the horror stories. Why so many are seeking help, firing therapists and sharing surprisingly wild experiences… by Jono Hall December 12, 2025 Opinion·Pleasure 2
Fehmz and the making of a damn good bestseller Fehmz opens up about her hit cookbook, family roots, hustle, humour and the fearless creativity driving South Africa’s favourite feel-good foodie… by Jo Buitendach December 12, 2025 Pleasure
What we’re drinking this week: Black Oystercatcher Rosé A crisp, fruity delight with pink lady apple bite and passionfruit notes – the perfect summer sip is Black Oystercatcher Rosé… by Sarah Buitendach December 12, 2025 Pleasure
Très bon! Le Bistrot de JAN arrives in Cape Town Discover Le Bistrot de JAN, the hot new restaurant in Cape Town serving exquisite dishes from chef Jan Hendrick van der Westhuizen… by Sarah Buitendach December 7, 2025 Food & Drinks·Pleasure 1
1 The four rules of investing (and why simple is so hard) January 21, 2026 Becoming a better investor is deceptively simple. Good investing is…
3 Open letter to Piet Viljoen: Why King can keep feral firms in check January 20, 2026 Out-of-control executive pay and mute shareholders are why listed South…
4 RIP Davos, the birthplace of ‘woke banks’ and ‘lab-grown meat’ January 20, 2026 The WEF in Davos is nothing less than an expensive…