Indholdsfortegnelse for December 2016 i Fairlady

Don’t know about you guys, but I will be spending my holiday with a supermodel. My husband was ‘scouted’ one morning recently while sitting in his car talking to a client on the phone (in his other life, before he was famous, he was an architect). He noticed a young woman hovering around, trying to get his attention. He is a lovely man, but even so, this is not a common occurrence. ‘I thought she was someone I knew, but couldn’t remember her name,’ he says. So he extended the call as long as he could, trying to place her and hoping she would give up and move on without him actually having to say hello. But when the call ended, there she still was, waiting patiently. And he didn’t…

BREKKIE: 4 scrambled egg whites + grilled chicken + cup of mixed veg 11AM SNACK: wild cod + steamed broccoli + cup green tea LUNCH: grilled chicken breast + quinoa with carrots, celery and red peppers + green tea DINNER: steamed veg + grass-fed beef + half an avo AFTER-DINNER SNACK: raw almonds and minced turkey…

“ I love what Woody Allen says– I love his work; hate him – “I’m not afraid of death; I just don’t want to be there when it happens.” ‘MY mother gave me a tremendous sense of self. She loved me unconditionally. Looking back, I see that she gave me a panic room within myself that I can go into and feel completely safe.’ This, Marianne explains, is why she is so fearless. That fearlessness is one of the first things you notice when you read her memoir, Hitler, Verwoerd, Mandela and Me. At every phase of her life – the feisty girl growing up in Pretoria; the brave reporter; the distinguished columnist, writer and editor she is today – there’s been little Marianne has shied away from. And it’s…

Our experts Dr Sarah Howard, psychiatrist, has a special interest in women’s mental health, anxiety and mood. cfzpractice@gmail.com / 021 461 7111 Jenny Perkel, clinical psychologist, works with children and adults, and has a special interest in anxiety.www.jennyperkel.com / 021 461 9153 For Nina Adams*, it started with a panic attack during a test when she was 16. ‘I thought I’d hit a blank,’ she recalls. ‘I remember my teacher telling me I was completely pale. In the moment of the first panic attack, you have no idea what’s happening, which is what makes it so scary. You feel like you can’t get yourself out of it, that only something external can help.’ That was the trigger for a long, lonely struggle with untreated anxiety that lasted a year and…

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ALL BY MYSELF Introvert or extrovert, you need to seek out solitude. Dr Sherrie Bourg Carter, psychologist and author of High Octane Women: How Superachievers Can Avoid Burnout, says, ‘Constantly being “on” doesn’t give your brain a chance to rest and replenish itself. Being by yourself with no distractions gives you the chance to clear your mind, focus, and think more clearly. It’s an opportunity to revitalise your mind and body.’ So turn off your phone/get up before the others at home …do whatever it takes. You, and everyone around you, will be the better for it! Also, it’s time for you to do what you want to do – you’ve spent the year doing what your job and family’s needs dictate. If your partner wants to watch cricket and…

Statement jewellery is back – and we’re loving the bling! For real glamour, layer different pieces together. Go big or go home……

BIG CITY LIGHTS We’re so delighted that Chanel’s latest holiday makeup collection is finally here! It was developed by Lucia Pica, Chanel’s Global Creative Makeup and Colour Designer, who has a thing for bold pops of colour, so it goes without saying that it’s gorgeous. The limited edition Synthetic De Chanel range was inspired by cityscapes and urban materials (think metal, glass and rubber textures) so you’ll find plenty of sparkles, metallic hues and smokiness in the collection. We also love the soft corals and reds, which add a subtle summery freshness to the range. VEGAN-FRIENDLY HAIRCARE If you’re vegan and on the lookout for great haircare products, give the NAK Aromas range from Australia a try. Do you colour your hair regularly? We recommend the paraben and sulphate-free Colour…

GINGER BEER AND CITRUS-GLAZED GAMMON Serves 8-10 PREP TIME: 3½ hours 5kgbone-ingammonor4kg deboned 4L ginger beer 1 onion, quartered 3 long stalks celery, roughly chopped For the glaze ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1 cup ginger beer ½ cup brown sugar 3 cloves 1 star anise 1. Place your hunk of gammon into a large stock pot, then pour over the ginger beer and toss in the onion and celery. Now add enough cold water to cover the gammon. 2. Bring the pickling liquid to a rolling boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 3 hours, topping up with water when necessary. 3. Switch off the heat and cover the pot with a lid. Leave the gammon to cool in the liquid. 4. To make the…

Q You were born in the UK to a Finnish mother and Greek-Cypriot father, and grew up in South Africa. Do you have any favourite food memories of your time here? A Rusks. Mealies in their sheaths, bought from sellers on bicycles. Braai. Milk tart. The best barbecue sauce ribs ever. I’ve never found them that good anywhere else – still. Q What inspired you to become a cook and author, or was it a career that found you? A I think it came together naturally, although I must say, I was doing a couple of things I love! I was studying towards a degree in anthropology and sociology via Unisa, and at the same time working in a restaurant kitchen in London. Also, travelling whenever…

BONELESS GAMMON BEST BUY LIGHTLY SMOKED WITH BEECHWOOD About R69,99/kg; Pick n Pay The meat held its shape after cooking for easy carving. It’s moist and has a good smokeysalty balance. READY-TO-COOK MEDIUM GAMMON About R79,99/kg; Woolworths This gammon has a good shape and carved beautifully. The colour is good, the meat is moist and has a lovely taste. It has a strong flavour, and just the right amount of smokiness and salt. It didn’t lose much of its weight during cooking. BONELESS GAMMON About R69,99/kg; Checkers The shape of this gammon made carving an absolute breeze. We really enjoyed the meat’s beautifully moist texture and the lovely cured flavour, which is also well balanced. BONELESS GAMMON About R69,99/kg; Game The net was tricky to remove as it was embedded…

The senders of the first four correct MegaXword entries drawn will each win a hamper from Penguin Random House South Africa worth R840! THE SPY BY PAULO COELHO Mata Hari arrives in Paris a penniless peasant, and transforms into the most elegant woman in the city. Told through her final letter, this daring dancer’s story is one steeped in the paranoia that consumed wartime France. Coelho writes of a woman who broke traditions and discourses and, sadly, paid the price. THE BOOK OF JOY BY DOUGLAS ABRAMS The Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu gift readers with a glimpse of their experience in surviving more than 50 years of oppression. This book offers insight into their week spent together. These two icons were handpicked from a group of the most…

Sagittarius 22 Nov – 21 Dec There’s fire to lift your slightly flagging spirits. Just as well: the emotions are in roller-coaster mode and financial stresses are in danger of sabotaging your moves. Not allowed. Get rid of bad feelings by writing them down and then burning the paper. There are parties to be had, money to be made and deals to be finalised. Passion is everywhere and work is about to become much more fun. Don’t you dare let your fears sabotage your success. Capricorn 22 Dec – 19 Jan The communication planet is on strike – and it’s in your sign. No matter. This is a time for relaxation, so you can set about doing just that. Refuse to take anything seriously. The sages say that as soon…

WINNING LETTER A place of peace Seeing the image of Farieda Allie embracing a hospice patient in your article ‘What Cancer Means To Me’ (October 2016) warmed my heart. Farieda was one of the amazing ladies who nursed my brother at St Luke’s Hospice in December last year during his last days battling pancreatic cancer until he found his peace. We’ve never known a place like this and I doubt we ever will. The love, compassion and dignity shown not only to my brother but to the entire family is still overwhelming. My brother passed on two days before Christmas, surrounded by love and compassion. St Luke’s Hospice, the world can learn from you. Bless you all. Denise Brown Ed: St Luke’s is an incredible place, as are the people…

Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) – exaggerated tension and worry without apparent cause; constant underlying feeling of worry or dread; feeling of being on edge Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) – characterised by rituals or compulsive behaviours, such as repeatedly checking something or repeatedly performing a specific action; persistent intrusive and unwelcome thoughts Panic disorder – either suffering frequent panic attacks or living life in fear of having panic attacks Social anxiety – intense fear and avoidance of negative public scrutiny, public embarrassment, humiliation or social interaction Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can occur after a terrifying event or trauma and causes sufferers to have frightening thoughts and memories.…

We’re all about giving you the best tips for optimum health, and going easy on the tipple is one of them. But at this time of year, it’s easy (and sometimes a lot of fun) to loosen up a little. Here are three simple ways to stay in top form: • Alcohol dehydrates you, so alternate each glass of wine with water. • Before your head hits the pillow, drink a couple more glasses of water. • Don’t even think about resorting to ‘hair of the dog’: you might numb the headache by drinking more alcohol the next day, but it will be back to bite you later.…

Behind the mask… A facial mask packed with nutrients is the best way to perk up dull-looking, exhausted skin – and the perfect excuse to take some much-needed downtime! The Skin Ceuticals Phyto Corrective Masque, R995 for 60ml is one of our absolute favourites and ticks all the right boxes: it cools, hydrates and soothes. Stress and lack of sleep can heighten skin sensitivity, so make sure you take 10-15 minutes, two to three times a week to slather on this miracle worker. OTHER MASKS WE LOVE: • Exuviance Rejuvenating Treatment Masque, R372 • Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Overnight Firming Mask R685 • Team Dr. Joseph Intense Revitalizing Mask, R580 • QMS Relax-O-Firm-Mask, R1020 Cover girl A lightweight moisturising foundation packed with antioxidants and vitamins will make your skin look and…

Elizabeth Arden Always Red Femme EDT Spray, R895 for 100ml is a fruity floral scent that eventually settles into a woody vanilla base and is perfect for everyday wear. YSL Vinyl Cream Creamy Stain in 405, R520 has a soft, creamy formula – dab it on to give your lips a slight tint, or build it into a more dramatic colour. Balm Jovi Rockstar Face Palette by The Balm, R549,95: 12 wet or dry eyeshadows, lip and cheek creams with names like ‘Milly’ and ‘Vanilly’, and a shimmery highlighter and blush. The Body Shop Polynesian Island Tiaré Body Cream, R170 has a rich texture and warm, floral, exotic fragrance – perfect for summer nights! Suitable for all skin types, the Dolce & Gabbana Aurealux Cream Radiance Moisturiser, R1190 is intensely…

COLOURING-IN BOOKS FOR GROWN-UPS LOST OCEAN BY JOHANNA BASFORD Penguin Random House SA (R160, takealot.com) Basford creates an exquisite, intricately detailed colouring book that will take you on a magical journey beneath the waves. FICTION FOR TEENS MIDNIGHT HOUR BY C.C. HUNTER Pan Macmillan (R186, loot.co.za) This is the 14th and final book of the Shadow Falls series, and Miranda, the dyslexic witch, is preparing to graduate with her friends. But then she wakes up in hospital with strange markings on her back that begin to spread all over her body… SNITCH BY EDYTH BULBRING NB Publishers (R118, raru.co.za) Although Snitch is a great read for your teenager, it will also give you a hilariously accurate peek into how teens think. Thirteen-year-old Ben Smith is happy floating in the shadows…

Guerlain is a French perfume and skincare house that is among the oldest in the world. La Petite Robe Noire introduces the brand’s scented colour range. An upside-down heart placed at the top of each product resembles a real La Petite Robe Noire miniature perfume bottle, making the item reassuringly familiar. Each bottle reveals a darkening mechanism, as if the silhouette jumped into its transparent casing to offer a glimpse of the shade. WRITE TO letters@fairlady.com…

“It just never occurred to me that being a woman, or from a small town, or not being some other being, made me not in the running.” From her first foray into television to her big hurrah as Hollywood’s first lady of funny, she’s proven she is a powerhouse comedienne who’s earned the right to laugh all the way to the bank. With box office hits like Bridesmaids and The Boss, and an estimated eight-figure upfront fee for this year’s Ghostbusters remake, she has become the Forbes list’s second highest paid actress in the world (after Jennifer Lawrence). And, with the Netflix revival of Gilmore Girls and a role in an adaptation of Lee Israel’s memoir Can You Ever Forgive Me? in the pipeline, there seems to be no end…

Jonti Searll: eroslife.co.za – I recommend his ‘Greeting the Goddess’ online course, which includes nine processes, two DVDs and an ebook. Betty Dodson and Dr Carlin Ross: dodsonandross.com Dr Saida Desilets: saidadesilets.com Layla Martin: layla-martin.com Galen Fous: galenfous.com Pamela Madsen: pamelamadsen.org John Hawken: thepathsoftransformation.com Adina Rivers: mytinysecrets.com Mariah Freya: mariahfreya.com * Not her real name…

‘There are lifestyle factors that can keep low-grade anxiety at bay: exercise, eating healthily to keep your blood sugar levels stable, mindfulness and meditation,’ Perkel says. ‘But that affects normal nervousness; when it gets to a pathological level, none of those things are really going to make enough of a difference. That’s when you need treatment.’ Because of the stigma attached to anxiety disorders, people often struggle with them alone, and by the time they see a professional, it’s deeply entrenched. ‘Sometimes therapy is enough, but it’s important to destigmatise medication and realise the important role it has to play in conjunction with therapy,’ says Dr Howard. ‘An important point on treatment is people’s perception of long-term treatment. Where people may think three months is long to medium term, in…

CHAPTER ONE Have you ever wanted something really badly? You can’t just wait till it lands in your lap, but if you chase it too hard you might chase it away from you. Or catch something you didn’t expect. I was maybe too hungry for love and ended up with murder on my plate. It was a warm Saturday afternoon in March, and I was getting ready for dinner with Detective Lieutenant Henk Kannemeyer. A bokmakierie sang out in my garden, and a bird replied from a thorn tree in the veld. I put a bowl of salad onto the stoep table. ‘Ag, you look beautiful,’ I told the salad. I had made three salads and two puddings, for just two people. I guess that shows I was trying too…

Q: I have skin tags. Why? Is there anything I can do to prevent any more popping up? Or to get rid of them? A: Skin tags are really common – more than half of us have at least one. There are lots of ways to describe them (including their formal name, ‘acrochordons’) but they are small ‘overgrowths’ of skin, usually on a stalk or looking like crinkled up skin. Often these skin tags develop in skin folds under the arm and in the groin. They are completely harmless and don’t lead to any medical problems so they can be left alone if they don’t cause a problem. But if they are causing a problem (usually catching on clothes or jewellery), it is really easy to remove them…

GO FOR glitter This is the one time of year you can go as sparkly as you please! accessorise WITH More metallics! Shades of gold and silver and crystal embellishments complete the look. lady IN LACE Lingerie-inspired dresses are all the rage right now, but if you find the idea a bit risqué, opt for a longer length to keep the look subtly sexy. seeing STARS Take inspiration from the tree with these star-shaped earrings, or a party dress with a starry night print. DISCLAIMER: ITEMS AVAILABLE WHILE STOCKS LAST. STOCKISTS DETAILS ON PAGE 128.…

Bitter orange, sweet orange and crisp mandarin make up the rich top notes of this luxurious Jo Malone Limited Edition Orange Bitters Candle, R2500. Crabtree & Evelyn Noel 3 Wick Candle, R1500 will make any table look festive, and releases scents of citrus fruit, spruce and zesty spices. SOiL Uplifting Soy Wax Candle, R220 has a lead-free wick and is made from biodegradable soy wax. Charlotte Rhys Perfumed Candle Spring Flowers, R245 will make your living space smell like a meadow. It comes with a silver lid. The Crabtree & Evelyn Festive Fig Botanical Candle, R750 has a light, fruity fragrance, making it ideal for decorating the dinner table. We love Poetry’s bright red Pomegranate Candle, R399. It’s sweet, fruity and adds atmosphere to any room. Jo Malone Limited Edition…

Retail Box ( www.retailbox. co.za ) makes life a little easier this festive season (and a lot less stressful) thanks to its vast selection of professional hair-care and beauty products. Peruse the user-friendly site via ‘hair concern’, ‘brand’ or ‘promotion’ at your leisure and you could easily find something special for every member of the family, including that impossible in-law. If you happen to spend more than R500 on your purchase, delivery is free of charge! Buying Christmas presents has never been this easy. (Plus, you can earn points and gain rewards!) Schwarzkopf BC Bonacure Repair Rescue Nutri-Shield Serum, R440 This genie in a bottle strengthens very weak hair while protecting it from radical heat. It adds shine, improves elasticity and is an all-round wonder worker.…

TAHEERAH ABRAHAMS: After seeing the trailer for HBO series Big Little Lies, I definitely want to get my hands on the novel before the show airs in 2017. It looks so intriguing! MARLI MEYER: I love Ian McEwan, and I can’t wait to get stuck into his latest book, Nutshell. Also, Arguably, selected essays by Christopher Hitchens! And, after reading Tom Robbins’s Still Life With Woodpecker, I’m on the hunt for more of his work. PIA-ALEXA DUARTE: The Food of Love by Anthony Capella. It’s such a gorgeous, light-hearted and delicious read about Laura, a student visiting Rome for the first time, who decides to go out with Tomasso, who claims to work in the best restaurant there. CRYSTAL MATTHEWS: I want to read Jojo Moyes’ Paris for One…

WIN! ONE OF TWO LE CREUSET HAMPERS VALUED AT R2140 EACH, INCLUDING RAINBOW GIFT SETS OF ESPRESSO MUGS, EGG CUPS AND MINI RAMEKINS. Choose the perfect gift with Le Creuset’s Rainbow Gift Sets, featuring six vibrant Stoneware pieces in a stylish Le Creuset gift box. They add flair to your breakfasts and baked goods and are scratch-resistant and easy to clean. Keyword: RAINBOW WIN! MRP HOME BEDDING FROM THEIR PREMIUM RANGE WORTH R3000, INCLUDING A DUVET COVER AND SHEETING! Every product from the MRP Home bedding premium range is 100% cotton percale, with thread counts starting at 200. Choose sophistication or inspiration with their plain, printed or textured duvet cover styles – all in the best quality fabrics. We won’t blame you for hitting the snooze button! Keyword: MRPHOME WIN!…

Abby Oil www.myabbyrange.com @home 0860 666 674 www.home.co.za Africology www.africologyspa.com Alexander McQueen available at selected Edgars, Red Square, Truworths, Stuttafords and Woolworths stores American Swiss 021 938 1943 Avon 0860 102 345, www.avonjustine.co.za Beyoncé fragrances available at Clicks, Edgars and Foschini stores and Dis-Chem pharmacies Biosense www.biosense.co.za BlackUp available at Edgars stores Chanel 021 442 7700, at selected Edgars stores Charles & Keith 021 552 4912, www.charleskeith.com Charlotte Rhys www.charlotterhys.co.za or call 021 702 1338 for stockists’ details Checkers 0800 010 709, www.checkers.co.za Clicks 0860 254 257, www.clicks.co.za Clinique 011 516 3000 Coach available at Clicks, Edgars, Red Square, Truworths, Foschini, Stuttafords and Woolworths Stores, and Dis-Chem pharmacies Coricraft 011 611 8700, 021 508 5200; www.coricraft.co.za Crabtree & Evelyn available at Dis-Chem pharmacies, www.crabtree-evelyn.co.za Dogslife…