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Abigail Visagie The Gin Garden experience kicked off on Saturday the 12 th   of December at 88 Beach in Soweto, Vilakazi street and it was a memorable afternoon of fun, dancing and of course Tanqueray cocktails. As we near the festive season, most of us have been eagerly waiting for, Tanqueray wishes to spread more cheer and enjoyment by inviting you to savour Tanqueray goodness while celebrating responsibly this festive season. South Africa’s leading premium gin ushers in the festive season in true glam style with an exciting line up of brand experiences where you can enjoy your favourite premium gin blend in true style.  Tanqueray promises a roll-out of their bespoke gin gardens in the three leading South African cities, namely: Joburg, Durban and Cape Town.  While guaranteeing the best practice of all safety regulations and ensuring you still have an enjoyable yet safe festive season, Tanqueray brings you the sophistication they know you love to a city near you. J...

Our roles will allow viewers to experience us as a duo but also see what we are individually capable of especially coming from a small town. - Khumbuza Brothers Love comes at a cost on SABC 1's brand new 4 part mini-series called Amazing Grace when it premieres on Sunday, 13 December at 20:00. Set on the backdrop of a church; deceit, lies and greed thrive at the centre of the ministry led by Bishop Mohapi. The story is set in motion when Grace played by Shamila Mkongi witnesses a murder in her family and she is left to take care of her siblings. She turns to work the streets as a prostitute to make ends meet. Her journey leads her to the church where she hopes to change her ways but finds love in the arms of the pastor's son, Sipho (played by Sizwe Khumbuza) and her world begins to unravel in the secrets and drama that she finds within the Mohapi family. What is supposed to be her safe haven is filled with secrets as the twin brothers, Sipho and Benjamin/Sethu (Played by Lizwe ...

Simmy’s “Tugela Fairy - Made Of Stars” is a lesson in growth and empowerment. Afro-pop songstress Simmy (real name Simphiwe Nhlangulela) continues to soar to new heights this summer, capitalizing on an epic year despite pandemic-related challenges.   With her second album,  Tugela Fairy - Made Of Stars , named that way because of the all-star cast who feature on it, Simmy officially established herself as a household name over 16 tracks that showcase her striking, subtle voice and spine-chilling lyrics.    The jewel in her album crown though is indisputably “Emakhaya” featuring Da Capo and Sun El Musician. The heart-warming video for the Afro-house anthem was #1 on TV for 3 consecutive weeks and resonated with audiences across Africa for its message, rooted in home and identity.    With the release of her new album and over the course of the 2020, Simmy has grown in leaps and bounds, telling her story of strength and empowerment and allowing fans to see a w...

The McCain Family Cookbook has launched just in time to help you create the perfect gift this festive season. Visit mccain.food24.com for more information and to make yours. Tradition meets technology - introducing your new family cookbook, made with McCain Never before has it been so easy to get a collection of your favourite recipes in a self-curated, one-of-a-kind personalised cookbook! McCain, one of SA’s most trusted brands for quality, frozen vegetables, has joined forces with Food24 to offer South Africans the chance to create a fully customisable cookbook. You can upload your own family recipes, notes and images, choose from a selection of other recipes, and have it all printed as a 48-page personalised cookbook, delivered to your door. Danielle de Villiers from McCain says, “This cookbook is a continuation of our mission to help families grow and thrive. You can now not only receive mouth-watering, easy-to-follow and accessible recipes that the whole family will love, but als...

The ‘Add A Twist’ platform is all about taking traditional products which we know and love and are likely to have in our kitchen cupboards to the create a culinary experience that could elevate a dish and surely share the goodness during this season.”  - Edna Maphita Tiger Brand Culinary Marketing Director   The home of culinary delights, Tiger Brands South Africa unveiled their latest online platform called Add A Twist at the picturesque Cradle Boutique Hotel. Revealed at a star-studded soiree hosted by Television personality and award-winning cook, Lorna Maseko, the event was attended by an intimate guest list of the who’s who of the South African media and the entertainment industry looking ravishing in their safari chic dress code with an added twist with hints of red.    The highlight of the event was the four-course menu curated by catering doyenne, Vicky Crease, who added a twist to some of her favourite dishes by playing around with the #AddATwist products wh...

  Hold the traditional G&T, this summer the ultimate cocktail refreshment is set to be the Sapphire  Spritz.  Bombay Sapphire®, the world’s number one gin by volume and value, revealed this fresh and sparkling drink featuring delicate floral notes offset by the light licorice flavour of fennel on Thursday afternoon during its SIP ‘N LEARN experience.   Bombay Sapphire®’s   unique combination of botanicals and the vapour distillation process is renowned for delivering a perfectly balanced taste profile – providing the perfect canvas for experimentation and that distinctive first splash of creativity in your glass.   This proved to be an opportune invitation for the release of personal self-expression during the day, with guests immersed in an art class experience led by Cindy Mullah from Art Jamming, while expert mixologist Hamilton Matshwele of Thirst Bar Services deftly illustrated the art of cocktail making in concocting the delicious Sapphire Spritz....

Image by BONA “We are excited to bring this hilarious festive season special to the service and believe our audiences across the world will be enthralled from start to finish. We are committed to working with creatives on the African continent who, through their art, showcase the immense talent we have to offer” - Dorothy Ghettuba Polish your wedding step moves and get ready to sing along to, “ Makoti, ke di nako! ” and other traditional wedding songs when you immerse yourself into Netflix’s trailer for How To Ruin Christmas: The Wedding today! South Africans love a good Dezemba bash and if the trailer is anything to go by, we are in for a festive treat!  From the hilarious Ramaphakela Siblings of Burnt Onion Productions, expect colourful, relatable family drama, laugh-a-minute punch lines and of course, a whole lot of romance.  Set against the backdrop of the Beauty’s Christmas Wedding, Tumi Sello, Beauty’s older, troublesome sister’s shenanigans come to life, quite liter...

 ‘TIS THE SEASON TO BE JOLLY WITH NESTLÉ COCOA & NESTLÉ RECIPES WITH LOVE The festive season is celebrated all over the world, and for some, it is an opportunity to spend time with family & friends, while it may have some religious significance for others. Nowhere in the world is the festive season celebrated quite like it is in South Africa. This year iconic brands; NESTLÉ RECIPES WITH LOVE & NESTLÉ COCOA join in on the festive season cheer by celebrating key Mzansi moments (16, 24, 25, 26, 31 December and 1 January). The NESTLÉ RECIPES WITH LOVE product range adds that secret ingredient to savoury dishes while creating delightful moments between family and friends.  Dessert menus will come to life with NESTLÉ COCOA, NESTLÉ TREAT and NESTLÉ SWEETENED CONDENSED milk. The festive season, affectionately known as “iiBig Days” brings forth a joyous energy to many South Africans and with what has been happening in the world. Nestlé is bringing the cheer back to the peop...

The 11 best international series includes Industry to The Third Day to Euphoria's Christmas special. Euphoria Christmas special;  1st seasons of  Industry, The Third Day, For Life, Power Book II: Ghost; new season of The Good Fight EUPHORIA CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: TROUBLE DON’T LAST ALWAYS   | 7 December, first on Showmax   Zendaya became the youngest ever best actress Emmy winner this year for her  Euphoria  performance as Rue, a 17-year-old who returns home from rehab with no plans to stay clean, and falls for the new girl in town, Jules (played by trans superstar Hunter Schafer).  Euphoria  also won 2020 Emmys for Original Music and Lyrics for  All For Us  by Labrinth, as well as Contemporary Makeup (Non-Prosthetic).    While we wait for Season 2, this special holiday episode follows Rue as she celebrates Christmas, in the aftermath of being left by Jules at the train station and falling back into old habits. Written and dir...