Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2017 i House and Leisure

‘WE SHOT THREE KITCHEN COVERS IN COLLABORATION WITH BULTHAUP SO THAT YOU CAN TELL US YOUR FAVOURITE AND WIN R10 000.’ I’ve discussed my bi-monthly editorial commute to and from Cape Town to death. It’s not new to you and always involves the same routine – in fact, the staff in the airport Slow Lounge now call me by my first name instead of the usual Mr Nagel, and the car-rental crowd know me so well that I often get to skip the regular queue and just sign the release forms in the parking lot on my way to the car. But the other day, the whole tiresome experience took a completely different turn when I was summoned into a poky room by a not-so-friendly regular face at Cape Town…

While visiting friends in the freezing Scottish Highlands, I find myself glued to the Aga for survival. It’s the only source of warmth in this enormous refrigerator of a castle. How appropriate to be musing about the future of kitchens while perched on the immovable monument to the most archaic symbol of British cookery. (My first thought is that the French are doing it better with La Cornue cookers, which are a lot more glamorous.) But is there still a central place for kitchens in our homes, even in time-and space-deprived megacities? Is each country and culture unique, or are we all moving in the same philosophical direction? When an online food delivery company like Deliveroo in London has revenue of £130 million with a growth rate of more than…

Tell us about Officine Gullo’s heritage. The brand’s founder, Carmelo Gullo, and his three sons emphasise the importance of returning to traditional craftsmanship, which is a key component of Officine Gullo. Initially it was intended for home use and because of the high standard and beauty, some world-famous restaurants made it their signature cooking tool. What inspired you to offer professional cooking suites in the home? People are generally preoccupied with work, which leaves little time for family life, and today’s manufacturers compete to produce appliances at the lowest prices, minimising the importance of quality equipment. While teaching in Florence, Carmelo was inspired by a 19th-century iron cooker and decided it was time to return quality, traditional craftsmanship and family values to the home. Any kitchen design tips? Kitchens date…

HERB SALAD WITH BLUEBERRIES AND A BUTTERMILK DRESSING 3 spring onions 200g snow peas 1 cucumber, cut lengthwise into thin slices 2 handfuls Asian salad greens 1 handful red basil 2T tarragon 2T chervil 2T garlic chives 2T mint leaves 1T dill 125g blueberries For the dressing 2T poppy seeds 200ml buttermilk 2t blossom honey 2T lemon juice 4t olive oil salt and black pepper Toast the poppy seeds for the dressing in an oil-free pan; let cool. Clean the spring onions, cut the dark green part diagonally into thin rings, then place into icy water. Cut the light green and white parts into thin rings and set aside. Blanch the snow peas in salted boiling water for 1 minute. Refresh with cold water, drain and cut lengthwise into fine…

With its rich culture, majestic landscape, Michelin-star restaurants and plethora of shopping opportunities, Abu Dhabi has what it takes to be a world-class holiday destination – but thanks to its extravagant neighbour Dubai, the thriving metropolis has long been overlooked. This isn’t at all surprising considering it’s only been 50 years since the city emerged out of a largely empty desert, fuelled by the discovery of oil in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 1958 and the income that came with it. Recognising that the oil wells would eventually run dry, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who was president of the UAE from 1971, invested in philanthropy, education, travel and tourism, allowing for urbanisation and the influx of foreigners into the previously guarded community. The result was…

WITH ITS COCOON-LIKE HEADBOARD, THE DESDÉMONE UPHOLSTERED BED BY NASRALLAH & HORNER (R69 645) IS THE ANSWER TO A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP. LIGNEROSET.COM/ZA LIGNEROSET.COM/ZA FACE VALUE Infused with aloe vera, which is known for its healing, moisturising and softening qualities, Meraki Cleansing or Makeup Wipes (R85 each) are suitable for all skin types. pezulainteriors.co.za OPPOSITES ATTRACT Pastel pinks and greys contrast beautifully with rich navy and black, and the addition of velvet results in a luxurious boudoir feel. DRY OFF You’ll get automated heating technology and efficient electricity consumption in this stainless-steel Spartan Boxx heated towel rail (R4 900). jeeves.co.za BEST FOOT FORWARD For flooring that lends warmth to a room, ages gracefully and lasts a lifetime, try this pre-finished tongue-and-groove hardwood in Dune from the Cerato range (R1 755/m2 ).…

THE PERFECT COMPLEMENT TO THE MODERN COCO STATION (FROM R13 500), THE MULTIFUNCTIONAL COCO COT (FROM R13 000 EXCL MATTRESS) CAN CONVERT INTO A TODDLER BED OR DAY BED. BUNNYANDCLYDE.CO.ZA FANTASTIC MR FOX Made from 100% cotton yarn, this Mr Foxley toy (R450) is sure to become your child’s new best friend. bunnyandclyde.co.za FLOOR WORK Give your children a warm, soft playing surface with a handmade, eco-friendly and machine-washable rug by Lorena Canals (R2 682). cleverlittlemonkey.co.za SHOE IN If you want to quieten the pitter patter of little feet, these brown suede moccasins (R420) by Lisa K are easy to put on and take off, and great for boys and girls. runningbear.co.za CUTE CROCKERY Make eating fun with porcelain Landscape bowls and cups from ferm Living (POR). Available in Rose…

KAREN TENNENT Karen is House and Leisure’s new chief copy editor. What would your ideal kitchen have in it? A Smeg gas hob, a walk-in pantry and a thriving herb garden. Your best thing about autumn? To quote a line from Miss Congeniality, ‘It’s not too hot, not too cold. All you need is a light jacket.’ If money were no object, what would you treat yourself to? A Hug armchair by Rossella Pugliatti. What’s your earliest design-related memory? When I was six, I moved out of the bedroom I shared with my sister into my own space and discovered the joy of expressing myself through my interior. When is your favourite time of day? Early morning when the world is quiet and before the Vredehoek wind gets up. Your…

‘Art Africa Fair belongs to a new generation of art fairs that represent the future,’ says Salimata Diop, a Senegalese art critic and member of the curatorial team for this year’s first fully curated international art fair in Africa. ‘The aim is to present a snapshot of the creation in Africa that is faithful to reality: a greatly diverse, dynamic, fast-changing landscape, with young and talented artists as the vanguard.’ Tasked with curating the Bright Young Things (BYT) programme, a regular Art Africa magazine feature showcasing emerging artists that has turned into an international awards programme, Salimata focused on promoting committed artists who were new to the art world and in need of a generous platform. But she believes that talent alone is not enough. ‘The most important development factor…

TOP BRASS Artist and designer Kossi Aguessy has grabbed our attention with this remarkable sculpture as well as his sinuously curved Koreo sidetable in mirror-polished brass (featured on page 18). Born in 1977 in Lomé, Togo, Aguessy trained at Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design in London and works in a wide variety of fields including sculpture, painting, product design and installations. Aguessy’s work is featured in exhibitions and permanent collections at museums worldwide, and is available locally at Robert Sherwood Design. ROBERTSHERWOODDESIGN.COM…

THE NEW CHICK For tender, free-range chicken fresh from a wood-burning rotisserie oven, Linden’s Rosto is a must. Choose between whole, half and quarter portions prepared in three Italian-inspired flavours. 69 7th St, Linden, Joburg. eatrosto.com HOME-BREWED HAVEN IF YOU FANCY SPENDING SOME TIME IN A COSY BREW BAR TUCKED AWAY ON THE FIRST FLOOR OF DURBAN’S ARTSPACE GALLERY, THEN HEAD TO NOBLE COFFEE FOR A POUR-OVER COFFEE, A LIGHT SNACK AND A BURST OF CREATIVE ENERGY. 3 MILLAR RD, BEREA, DURBAN; 031-312-0793 Say cheese Discover your new favourite cheese at the South African Cheese Festival at Sandringham Farm in Stellenbosch on 28-30 April. cheesefestival.co.za Keeping it real ‘Cooked in South Africa (Wish Upon A Star R500) captures the journeys and memories of South African foodies, both local and immigrants,’…

Straddling the dining and open kitchen areas at Kobus van der Merwe’s Paternoster restaurant, Wolfgat, on the West Coast, is a glass-fronted display fridge. It’s the same as those we see in supermarkets and fast-food outlets, but its contents couldn’t be more different. Inside, elegantly displayed in glass beakers like the ones used in laboratories, is an eye-catching plethora of indigenous herbs, flowers and succulents. Foraged on a daily basis and prepped for that day’s service, these are the essential ingredients of Kobus’ unique cuisine. When you arrive at Wolfgat for a meal, the fridge will be full. In the pared-back restaurant space – which features traditional limewashed walls, vintage wooden tables and a mobile, steel-clad worktop on which meals are finished and plated – the colours and textures inside…

 In today’s age of ever-changing trends and an emphasis on flexibility, you want a dynamic kitchen that adapts to your needs, space and style. This is where Milestone Kitchens comes in. Known for their convenient, all-in-one kitchen features, the award-winning manufacturer boasts a range of elegant and functional freestanding units available in four gorgeous styles. From the African Allure to the French Flair collection, each unit is carefully handcrafted and constructed using a combination of solid pine and Supawood, which can be painted in any colour of your choosing. This means that not only can you mix, match and move your units as you wish, but you can also customise your kitchen to complement the rest of your home. To save on overhead costs, Milestone Kitchens units can only be…

STRONG METAL LINES MEET YIELDING ORGANIC LEATHER IN THIS STRIKINGLY SIMPLE DAY BED (R59 184) BY OLE WANSCHER FOR CARL HANSEN & SØN. LIVINGKITCHENS.BULTHAUP.COM DARK MATTERS Thanks to its composition of 100% recycled yarn, this rug (from R10 219) has a velvety texture which, paired with its moody, vintage feel, will add depth to your space. papilio.co.za CREATURE COMFORTS Inspired by the geometric patterns and weft-faced weave of West African strip cloths, these Mali cushion covers (from R495 each) will make an attractive addition to your sofa. mungo.co.za SHINE ON Inject your surfaces with a touch of old-world charm – and protect them from dripping wax – with an elegant brass candleholder (R399). pezulainteriors.co.za GOLDEN HOUR Eschew boring light fittings for bold fixtures that double up as works of art.…

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I was born in Port Elizabeth and raised in Cape Town. My earliest memory of Cape Town is the view from Sir Lowry’s Pass when driving from PE. I found out about First Thursdays in London on the internet. Here, it’s a free cultural experience in Cape Town and Joburg in which art galleries and other cultural attractions stay open late on the first Thursday of every month. The biggest difference between the UK’s one and ours is that it stands out more here. Exploring the city’s streets by night is a far more novel experience in SA, whereas in London, First Thursdays is just another thing happening in the city. A successful First Thursdays, for my partner Michael Tymbios and me, has always been when people use it as…

7am REFRESH Start your day the right way in the bulthaup b3 kitchen system. With light-wood detailing, cool white crockery, sand-beige hues and striking gold accents, it’s an airy and tranquil spot guaranteed to awaken the senses. 1pm EXPERIMENT When that lunchtime cooking inspiration hits, turn to the easy, organised and adaptable bulthaup b2 kitchen system. The lightness of glass combines with the earthiness of wood in a flowing and uplifting environment that’s all about having fun in your kitchen. 8pm INDULGE With its stainless-steel monobloc and aluminium-bronze shelves, the bulthaup b3 kitchen system offers a sleek and alluring evening haven. Add geometric accessories with reflective, metallic finishes and it’s everything you need to sit back, relax and enjoy the night ahead. GET MORE INFO ABOUT BULTHAUP FOR MORE GO…

What have I missed?’ asks Mogens Tholstrup, bursting in from a morning run, sweatband on his forehead and a bag of chocolate croissants in hand. An international businessman of Danish extraction with a long stint behind him as one of London’s society restaurateurs, Mogens is eager to catch up with the conversation between us and his former-model wife, Gretha. What we’re discussing is the beautiful home that the couple share, a multistorey house high in the leafy suburb of Tamboerskloof, fringed by Table Mountain and Devil’s Peak, and with an eagle’s-nest view of the Mother City. Looking for a new Cape Town base a few years ago, they decided to view the property even though their estate agent doubted it was what they were looking for. The front door…

When visiting the V&A Waterfront, it can be easy to forget that you’re in the middle of a working harbour. Whether you’re window-shopping in the mall or negotiating groups of tourists, glimpses of the boats that throng the water’s edge can be few and far between. Happily, this is not the case at the new Life Grand Cafe, which occupies one of the oldest buildings in the harbour and, from its pier-side location, also enjoys panoramic views. Life Group of Companies founder Maira Koutsoudakis says, ‘We identified this gem four years ago and instinctively knew that it would be the ideal home for us. Situated on an arterial flow between the heaving V&A Waterfront and the new, edgy Silo district, Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa and the Robben Island…

There’s something of a Napa Valley vibe happening on the slopes of Joburg’s longstanding suburb Orange Grove, and this is largely due to the alluring, verdant wonder that is Shepstone Gardens. Owners Chris and Lorna Rayner moved to this stretch of Hope Road 36 years ago, which over a century ago was all about fruit farming, and they gradually bought several neighbouring properties before expanding into the wedding-venue business in 2006. ‘It was a massive undertaking,’ says Chris, ‘and very much a building-driven project. The essence of what you see now is 30 years old but bar a couple of trees, it’s all been constructed and planted from scratch.’ And that’s the real standout feature of this garden – the sense of long-established lushness that in parts looks more like…

THE NEW YORK KITCHEN If you’re after a masculine cooking area with all the bells and whistles, invest in high-quality stainless steel, anodised aluminium, textured granite and raw slate YOU SHOULD TRY TO IMPROVE ON SOMETHING THAT HAS EXISTED ’ BEFORE, WHETHER THAT S A BETTER FUNCTIONALITY, A NEW INVENTION OR EVEN JUST A NICER COLOUR.’ – Tom Dixon, designer THE TOKYO KITCHEN Achieve understated glamour by pairing clean lines and dark tones with natural materials and brass accents. You want a space that plays the part of a kitchen, but doesn’t look it. THE BRUSSELS KITCHEN Combine traditional wood, marble and copper elements with 21st-century design, handle-free cabinets and state-of-the-art appliances in styling that celebrates the old and the new. THE COPENHAGEN KITCHEN For a minimalist, European feel, contrast…

FOR EXCELLENT QUALITY AND DURABILITY IN OUTDOOR UMBRELLAS (R55 000 EACH), LOOK TO BELGIAN LUXURY OUTDOOR BRAND ROYAL BOTANIA. CANETIME.CO.ZA NEW LOOK Introduce unusual finishes into your space with a sleek brass vessel (R1 300; 155×220mm), anatomydesign.co.za or a sturdy marble container (R375) from House Doctor. pezulainteriors.co.za TICK THAT BOX Reclaimed timber finds a new lease of life in this stylish planter (R2 495), ideal for patio gardening. weylandts.co.za SMALL WONDER The little Marion Pouf tub chair from the Kubu cane range (R1 900 including cushion) is big on personality and bang on trend. lagrange interiors.co.za CENTRE PEACE Set the ambience for balmy alfresco dinners with a minimalist firwood-andglass display box (from R595). Just add a group of friends and a candle. shf.co.za KICK BACK AND RELAX Get ideas from…