Just because you’re feeling the financial pinch doesn’t mean you can’t treat yourself this winter. Read on for three at-home spa ideas that’ll have you feeling like a million bucks for nothing – well, almost.

I often think that home owners underestimate the importance of a rug to their schemes and rooms.   Rather,  one should think of it like baking a cake,  you start off baking  your cake with all your best ingredients;  the best flour;  the best vanilla pods; your favourite baking pan;  you make yo

Easter signals time for family and friends, Easter egg hunts, lazy afternoons and a little bit of overindulgence! Make the Spirit of Africa part of your celebrations with South Africa’s version of the delicious eggnog.

A bedroom, a place for relaxation; an interpretation of one’s personal space.

Waterkloof, the cellar outside Somerset West with its award-winning architecture and panoramic views of False Bay, unlocks nature’s true potential with a new 2009 vintage triple act in its acclaimed Circumstance collection – a Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah.

Hints and tips to keep in mind this festive season to help polish your photography skills

Celebrate this special occasion without all the stress; the mad rush; the kitsch ‘Boney M’ music and the “OTT” decorations. Let’s break away from the madness and turn this special occasion it into a fun; chilled; creative and personalised experience.

I love Summer, it has to be one of my favourite seasons ever! Blue skies; sunshine; ocean vibes; sea sand and of course the Summer Fun. It is important to know that our Décor should never be restricted to only the Inside of a home, but must follow through to the Outside too.

Strawberry and Rhubarb Galette with a pink pepper Anglaise

Fruit and Veg Recipe for a Beet Root Salad

Couscous and spiced vegetables

Strawberry consommé with coconut sorbet and coconut foam

Baby leaf spinach, sundried tomato and chickpea salad by Edward.

Fruit and Veg City Recipes – Natasha Fernandes October 2011 Chocolate pear cake

Keep it sophisticated but simple this festive season with an elegantly smart cocktail that’s effortlessly easy to make. Appealing, tasty and witty, it looks great and tastes even better.

They might be difficult to see but you can always tell when fleas are around, especially when they’re attacking your best friend.

It is hard to believe that at 27, dog behavioral specialist James Leech has accomplished what others in his field only hope to achieve in a lifetime.

Sick and tired of winter? Are you ready for new beginnings and thinking to renovate or redecorate your home? Inspire yourself to brighten up your home by inviting the outside in.

Fortunately for the home-owner and DIY enthusiast, kitchens fashion trends do not change too often, especially classic and country designs.

If you work with as many dogs as I do;or just have a single dog moult master of note; or have a mother in-law like I do that has Persian rugs all over the home that she can’t stand to vacuum daily due to excess dog hair;

It is puppy season and already my Vet friends are taking bookings non-stop for all those new little cute puppies. This includes my booking slots filling up due to the influx of new puppies and dogs.

What is the best dog for my child? We get asked this question all the time and there really is no single answer. Almost any dog has the potential to be good with children.

Many people believe that the correct age to start training their dog is at 6 months. However, the best age for socialization is before your pup is 16 weeks old.

In this series of articles, I’ll discuss various ways of addressing basic problems most dog owners encounter at some point when owning a pet.