Indholdsfortegnelse for February 2016 i Fairlady

1 The ‘fat femme’ yoga lady http://jessamynstanley.com/ Jess started doing yoga to help herself get through depression, she told Cosmo. ‘You see someone who lives a yogic life and it’s like “Oh, be like me, my life is so perfect, I’m awesome, my face is glowing… I’m so cool”.’ But Jess thinks being cool is not what yoga’s about. ‘I’m like, “Actually, I’m just over here next to you eating cheese fries watching that person and also living a yogic life’’,’ she says. ‘We are on the same level. We are all in this together.’ 2 Dolce&Gabbana The Nail Lacquer Lover You can’t go wrong: great colour, great texture, long-wearing (I washed my dogs and it didn’t budge) – and it’s called ‘Lover’. Could it be more perfect for Valentine’s…

What is an oud, you may well ask? Pronounced ‘ood’, it’s extremely expensive oil derived from evergreens native to South East Asia. The tree becomes infected by a specific mould, and in response produces a dark resin (the oud – also called black gold). It takes almost a year for this to happen, so you can see why oud is expensive and, of course, highly sought-after. You can’t be indifferent to an oud – the scent is so woody and heady, you’ll either love it or hate it. Here are a few of our favourite oud fragrances… Tip: Many oud scents are unisex. It’s the perfect excuse to splurge on one of these fragrances as you can share it with your significant other! (Hint: perfect Valentine’s Day gift!)…

There are many ways to celebrate your love for someone on Valentine’s Day, but whatever you choose, chocolate remains obligatory. And what better way to steal their heart than with a Beyers Sweetie Pie? Created by a team of experts using only the finest ingredients, it’s no wonder the Sweetie Pie is SA’s favourite treat. With a smooth chocolate dome and soft crème centre, it’s an irresistible delight. And the best part? These quality treats are available at retail stores at affordable prices – making it easy to share the love!…

‘Life is a dance between making it happen and letting it happen.’ Most of us know her as the woman behind Pulitzer Prize-winning news site The Huffington Post, but founder Arianna Huffington was by no means an overnight success. Over the years, she has worn many caps, always with the same wholehearted conviction: she has been an academic, a socialite, a right-wing political wife, a self-help author, a public speaker, a political candidate, an environmentalist and (most recently) a blogger and media mogul. Born in 1950, Ariadne-Anna Stasinopoúlou grew up in a one-bedroom apartment in Athens, Greece, with her sister, Agapi, and her mom, Elli. As an autodidact who spoke four languages, Elli was passionate about education, taking on extra work, selling her possessions and even borrowing money to give…

Tipping is tricky to get right. The point of it is to show appreciation for a job well done, and to augment the assistant’s income. But it’s as important to treat the person who has served you with respect and kindness, to praise them where it’s due and to commend them to their supervisors, so their good work is recognised. Hair salon Stylists do expect tips, says Lewis Thomas, owner and founder of Partners Hair Design. And so do the assistants – those who wash your hair, apply highlights, blow-dry etc. Lewis and team agree that the amount you tip depends on the service you received, the time the stylist has spent on your hair and how satisfied you feel. The stylist should get more than assistants or learners. Staff…

How can you make sure you can afford to see your children through primary and secondary school – and beyond? If you save for it, where should you put your money? An education policy? The argument for saving If the question is whether to save for your child’s education, the answer is that it is a good idea – but start early. ‘Education inflation outstrips most salary increases, so school fees will take a bigger chunk of your salary,’ says Jéan Minnaar, head of retail savings solutions at Old Mutual emerging markets. At Old Mutual, they’ve crunched the numbers: you’ll pay R29 000–R114 000, depending on the stage (primary school, high school, university) and type (private, public) for your child’s education this year. And if you jump five years ahead,…

Iconic musician, four-time Grammy winner and multi-platinum-selling artist Lionel Richie is coming to South Africa! Don’t miss out on his worldwide ‘All The Hits All Night Long’ tour. He will be performing five shows in three cities. The artist has sold over 100 million albums worldwide, and his current tour is sold out across the globe. Make sure you don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime show! LIONEL RICHIE WILL PERFORM LIVE IN SOUTH AFRICA ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: SUNDAY 13 MARCH: Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban TUESDAY 15 MARCH: Ticketpro Dome, Joburg FRIDAY 18 MARCH: Cape Town Stadium (intimate setting) SUNDAY 20 MARCH: Ticketpro Dome, Joburg MONDAY 21 MARCH: Ticketpro Dome, Joburg Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased from www.bigconcerts.co.za and Computicket PRIZE ALLOCATION PER CITY: *CPT 20…

We’re living longer, but we aren’t necessarily living better. And much of that is due to our modern, indulgent lifestyle. We’re moving less, eating more and getting heavier. Every 10 minutes, someone, somewhere, has a heart attack. And many of us are not moving as much as we need to. Being sedentary – especially watching TV for three or more hours a day – may double the risk of premature death, according to Spanish researchers. It’s not just physical health that is suffering: just about everyone you know will consider themselves to be stressed, and stress has an impact on both physical and mental health. Here we look at how a 21st Century lifestyle can affect your health… Our Heart and Stroke Foundation’s Salt Watch campaign recommends eating no more…

Sparkling limoncello, Prosecco and raspberry cocktail 250ml limoncello, chilled 500ml Prosecco, chilled 100g raspberries 1. Combine all ingredients together in a jug. 2. Divide between glasses and serve. Loved-up ravioli Nothing says love like homemade heart-shaped raviolis in a nutty brown butter and sage sauce… FOR THE PASTA DOUGH 1½ cups flour, plus extra for kneading 3 extra-large eggs 1 tsp each thyme and parsley leaves FOR THE FILLING 400g ready-prepared butternut, cut into small cubes and cooked 50g pine nuts, toasted; extra to serve 1 tbsp each fresh oregano, thyme and parsley, finely chopped 200g ricotta cheese ¼ tsp nutmeg, ground Salt and milled black pepper FOR THE SAUCE 125g butter 2 tbsp olive oil 4 sage leaves Fresh herbs to serve 1. For the dough: Pour flour into…

All about foods to get you in the mood (nudge, nudge!) OYSTERS contain zinc and special amino acids that apparently boost libido. CHILLIES can spice up your cooking – and your love life! Their heat stimulates the production of endorphins and gives you a natural ‘glow’. GOOD QUALITY CHOCOLATE contains compounds that release dopamine into the bloodstream, which makes you feel relaxed and sensual. DID YOU KNOW THAT ASPARAGUS has been considered an aphrodisiac since the 15th century, and that it contains vitamin B? Vitamin B increases histamine, which increases libido in both men and women. Feeling saucy? ADD THESE THREE TEMPTING SAUCES TO YOUR NEXT MEAL! • Mrs Ball’s Jalapeño chutney is spicy and delicious added to dips, basting sauces and marinades. •…

Ask Linda van der Poel DipCABT (NOCN UK) Cert CABT animal behaviourist and positive reinforcement trainer Q ‘I recently paid a vast amount of money for the services of an animal behaviourist and trainer. She spent an hour telling me how terrible I am as a dog owner, and how I need to make my dog understand that I am the “alpha” in this house. This included shouting at him when he misbehaves, and throwing my keys when he barks at the door. This worked well at first but now my dog is urinating on my carpet, a problem he never had, and he seems more jumpy than ever. What am I doing wrong?’ Linda: Sadly, animal behaviour is an unregulated industry and you need to be well-informed to…

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winning letter Fat Shaming I read the article ‘Why is Fat-Shaming an “Acceptable” Prejudice” (November 2015), with great interest. We have a tendency to associate skinny people with beauty and overlook plus-size people. Anyone can be beautiful, provided they feel it from within and dress for their body. It’s a pity that weight loss is considered more a beauty than a health issue. An overweight person needs to shed kilos to reduce the risk of heart disease and sugar diabetes. If she looks sexier in the process, that’s welcome, but it’s of secondary importance. We need to strive for inner beauty first. If you’re healthy and feel comfortable in your body, you’ll obviously become bright on the outside. This is real beauty. Looking smart on the outside while you’re sick…

The Coxless Crew set out to break three world records: they wanted to become the first all-female team to row the Pacific Ocean, the first-ever team of four to row the Pacific Ocean, and to complete the fastest-ever Pacific Ocean row. They were also rowing for two charities: Walking with the Wounded, which supports women injured on the frontlines of war, and Breast Cancer Care, which supports women and families fighting through the trauma of breast cancer. There are six women in the Coxless Crew team: Laura Penhaul, Emma Mitchell and Natalia Cohen, who made up the core team of three that completed the entire row, and three members who each completed one leg of the row: Isabel Burnham, Meg Dyos and Lizanne van Vuuren. So how did Lizanne, an…

1. MOST HEALTH EXPERTS AGREE WITH THE MOST FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLE OF BANTING: EAT REAL FOOD! Nutritionally, processed food has had the greatest – and most negative – effect on our health. The fact that the manufacture of processed food has become a giant industry (and powerful lobby) means over the years we’ve eaten less of the nutrient-rich real foods we previously prepared from scratch. Processed foods present us with an easier, quicker option (albeit nutritionally compromised), and because we are increasingly time-strapped, that can be very appealing. The added chemicals and sugars, and dubious methods of processing convenience foods have also wreaked havoc on our appetites, making us crave foods and flavours we might not have previously. ‘The whole revolution has focused on carbohydrates being toxic,’ says Professor Tim Noakes,…

• OLD MUTUAL If you buy the Old Mutual Invest Tax Free Plan directly online, the admin fee starts at 0.5% per year. This is cut to 0.25% if you contribute the full annual limit of R30000 in a tax year. For online planning tools for education savings: www.oldmutual.co.za/education. For advice on how much to invest and available investments: www.omut.co.za. • SANLAM If you buy the Sanlam Tax-free Investments plan online or contact a Sanlam financial adviser or accredited broker, the admin fee could be as low as 0.2% per annum. The product also has a social savings group incentive, which is unique to Sanlam: if you form a savings group, the admin fees are reduced. For more info: www.sanlam.co.za…

‘If a child can read, you’re allowing them to go out there and fly.’ Riana Robinson – RIPPLE READING ON a summer’s day, amid the chirping birds and blossoming jacarandas, you’ll find children poring over books in the reading garden at Nooitgedacht Primary in Lanseria, Joburg – home of the flagship Ripple Reading centre. In 2009, after starting teaching at Nooitgedacht, a school to mostly underprivileged learners, Riana was shocked to discover that the children in her class had a major academic problem. ‘I was teaching Grade 7s,’ she says, ‘and I couldn’t believe they couldn’t read! Without that skill, I knew there was no hope for them.’ But Riana is a fixer: ‘There was an empty building on the property, so I asked the principal if we could use…

FIRST THINGS FIRST... KNOW THE LINGO Base Set refers to the mattress and base. The base should provide adequate support for the mattress. The total height of the base set is important. Climbing in and out of bed should not be tedious nor put unnecessary strain on your back. Ticking is the visible fabric used on the mattress and base. The ticking on the sleeping surface of the mattress has a bearing on comfort. For example, a woven ticking is more ridged and provides less comfort. Stretch ticking stretches to the shape of your body, which allows for a more comfortable sleep.The ticking is attached to the upper comfort layers using a quilting process. Larger quilt patterns provide a softer feel. Comfort layers provide just that: comfort and support for…

Morning Not feeling your glam self? Don’t worry – subtle highlighting and concealing will brighten and open up your eye area, making you look wide awake and totally rested. 1. Fuller brows are very on-trend right now (you can thank Cara Delevingne for that!) and they make you look instantly youthful. Use the spoolie brush end of the Sensai Eyebrow Pencil (R440) to comb the hair in an upward motion (this has a lifting effect) before filling in your brows with short, sharp strokes. 2. For a more dramatic effect, curl your lashes using the Tweezerman Lash Curler (R245) before applying mascara. 3. For full, luscious lashes, try Rimmel Extra 3D Lash Mascara (R79,95). 4. Trade your black eyeliner for a softer colour such as Clarins Crayon Kohl in Intenser…

SWEETIE PIE PANCAKES Serves 4 FOR THE PANCAKES 2 cups flour 2 eggs 2½ cups cold water ½ tsp salt 2 tsp baking powder ¼ cup oil, plus a little extra for greasing the pan FOR THE GANACHE 80g Beyers Dark Chocolate 80ml cream FOR SERVING 6 Beyers Sweetie Pies 4 tbsp nut butter (e.g. macadamia) 4 tbsp chocolate ganache 1 cup cream, whipped 300g fresh berries 50g toasted nuts, chopped (optional) 1. For the pancakes: Combine ingredients together; beat until smooth. 2. Heat a touch of oil in a non-stick pan and fry 1/ 3 cup measures of the batter for 1–2 minutes on each side. Remove from pan; repeat with remaining batter. 3. For the ganache: Melt the chocolate and cream in a bowl set over a saucepan…

My Brilliant Friend By Elena Ferrante (Europa Editions) Have you ever had a friend who constantly outperformed you – no matter what? For Elena (also known as Lenù), that friend is Lila. The two girls grow up in the 1950s in an impoverished neighbourhood in Italy, where violence is a daily occurrence: Don Caracci (who terrifies both Lila and Elena) is murdered by the local carpenter, school kids throw stones at each other until they bleed, parents beat their children at the slightest provocation – once Lila’s father throws her out of the window ‘like a thing’, and she breaks her arm. From a young age, Lila has a huge effect on Elena. Lila is mercurial, untameable, a ‘terrible, dazzling girl’ and she’s always one step ahead of Elena. Their…

Prune deciduous climbers such as wisterias, Boston ivy and other ornamental vines that need thinning out. Keep Valentine’s Day flowers alive for longer The price of cut flowers skyrocket during February! Here’s how to make that beautiful bouquet last: • Using sharp secateurs, cut stems at a 45-degree angle • Remove any leaves from the stems that could fall into the water and start to decay. • Change the water every three days – use lukewarm water rather than cold water. • Add a teaspoon of bleach to your water – not too much, though, as it could bleach the stems. • Use flower food. We like Chrysal Universal Liquid Flower Food, R70. What to plant to add spice to your (love) life ROCKET has a bitter, peppery taste that…

BUYER’S GUIDE 1.Some common features to consider: • Oscillating head: A rotating fan head ensures a larger area is cooled. • Tilt action allows you to manoeuvre the fan in various directions. • Timer controls the operating time (a sleep timer is a useful feature). • Remote control is convenient. Check whether you can control the speed from different angles at a distance. • The shape of the blade relates to the noise it generates at higher speeds. A well-designed blade runs quieter. • Display: The pricier models have LCD displays to show fan settings. 2. Height-adjustable models provide greater flexibility and control. 3. Look for different speed settings to allow you to control air flow. 4. Noise: The quieter the better, especially if you intend to use the fan…

NOVEMBER WINNERS SUBS-DRIVE (DOVE) F SAMAAI, BELLVILLE H VAN DER REDE, CAPE TOWN S LE ROUX, BENONI A RETEIF, GRAAFF-REINET T MALAN, CENTURION C OOSTEHUIZEN, PRETORIA N SMIT, HONEYDEW N MCKENZIE, NEW GERMANY C HUTCHINSON, BENONI N CAFISO, SUNNINGDALE G ROUMBIES, GLENWOOD H SWART C BRADLEY K MORTON B CURTIS MOZAMBIQUE HOLIDAY NIVEA C CAREW, LAKESIDE MEGA XWORD 113 M DEVENISH, PARKLANDS F WEERTS, HILLCREST J PAXTON, EAST LONDON W STENING, PIETERMARITZBURG BRAINTEASER 112 M HIRSCHI, LOEVENSTEIN C JEFFREY, DURBAN C HOY, LOEVENSTEIN…

RVB Laboratories has patented the revolutionary 51+3 HYALU COMPLEX™ which improves cellular communication, stimulating micro-circulation and metabolism to help skin detoxify, moisturise and regenerate itself better. RVB is eco-friendly, with certified production processes – even the packaging is made from paper produced from sustainable, responsibly managed forests. Now you can preserve your beauty and the environment with one responsible skincare range.…

The Chinese New Year begins on 8 February 2016 and ends on 27 January 2017. This is the Year of the Monkey – and all of us are influenced by its lively, adventurous energy for the next 12 months. The Chinese use 12 animals to define the personalities of people born under them – much as we’re categorised by our star sign, which is determined by the day of our birth. Your Chinese animal sign is affected in a particular way by the Year of the Monkey. Check the table to work out your sign, remembering that the Chinese New Year starts on a different date every year, so if you were born in January or February, you might fall under the previous year’s animal sign. The Monkey vibe is…

Highlight: ‘Swimming in the middle of the deepest, biggest ocean in the world. There’s nothing and no one for miles, and the fish come right up to you. It was an amazing feeling.’ Most bizarre activity on board: ‘We had a 15-minute dance party. We each chose a song!’ To pass the time… ‘We talked and talked and talked. We also listened to music and audiobooks on our iPods. I listened to Pride and Prejudice, Wild and a few others. It’s nice to get into your own space.’ What I missed most: ‘Something cold to drink! You’re so hot and everything you drink is lukewarm.’ Strangest moment: ‘Night time brought out hilarious hallucinations. Once I saw a cat jump onto the boat – it was a flannel flapping in the…

More resources include: Lose It! magazine offers regular bimonthly updates on all the latest LCHF information, as well as at least 30 tried-and-tested new recipes per issue The Real Meal Revolution by Professor Tim Noakes, Sally-Ann Creed, David Grier and Jonno Proudfoot Real Food, Happy Healthy Children by Kath Megaw The Low Carb Solution for Diabetics by Vickie de Beer and Kath Megaw Let Food Be Your Medicine by Sally-Ann Creed Raising Superheroes by Professor Tim Noakes, Jonno Proudfoot and Bridget Surtees…

‘I never felt cooped up – the weather was beautiful’ In our mid-20s, my husband Bruce and I spent 10 years working on big luxury sailboats, mostly in the Med and the Caribbean. When we came back to Cape Town, we struggled to get back into the ‘real’ world. Eventually we settled, getting involved in a fun-orientated business (with Bruce as yacht broker and charter operator). In our forties we had Tristen, and vowed to take time off to do yachting cruises with her before she went to high school. When she was in Grade 2, we took Tristen out of school for the third term and cruised the west coast of Madagascar for four months – incredible! But we knew we had to do another one before she got…

good reads • Gut by Giulia Enders (Scribe) Starting with her own story of illness, Giulia introduces us to our gut in an accessible, informative way. It’s vital stuff: new research shows that gut bacteria can play a role in obesity, allergies, Alzheimer’s, depression… Find out here how to be good to your gut. • The Hidden Half of Nature: The Microbial Roots of Life and Health by David R. Montgomery and Anne Biklé (WW Norton) It’s becoming increasingly evident that microbes – tiny single-cell organisms – have a power that their size belies. Through the effect of composting their garden and dealing with Anne’s cancer diagnosis, this couple shows us how we can restore degraded soil and reverse the epidemic of chronic disease. Sitting to death Now that we’re back at…

A peek of pastel Pick pretty pastel colours and soft finishes – there’s something about a matching set that just makes you feel more put together! Pillow talk Do yourself (and your partner!) a favour and trade in that tatty dressing gown you’ve had forever for a slinky, soft-to-the-touch nightgown. Some luxuries should be enjoyed every day! Just teasing A loose-fitting string cami is not just for sleeping in. Wear it on a night out with a blazer or leather jacket, jeans and heels. It’s sexy without even trying. Sugar & spice Going all-out for Valentine’s? We think this blush babydoll set strikes the perfect balance between naughty and nice. Cute as a button (down) A crisp, well-tailored white shirt is a wardrobe staple. For work, wear it buttoned up…

Salmon mousse timbales Serves 4 FOR THE TIMBALES 1 tbsp good quality olive oil to grease 100g smoked salmon or rainbow trout for lining the ramekins FOR THE MOUSSE 1x 400g can salmon, bones, skin removed 100g smoked salmon, finely chopped 200g cream cheese 2 tbsp butter, melted 1 tbsp dill, finely chopped, plus extra for garnishing 125ml cream, whipped to stiff peaks 1 egg white 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 tsp gelatine sponged with 1 tbsp water Salt and milled black pepper Caviar (optional), micro greens and melba toast to serve 1. Line 4x200ml ramekins or dariole moulds with clingfilm and lightly grease with a little olive oil. 2. Line each dariole with 3-4 slices of the smoked salmon so that they overlap the edges. These will be…

‘Arrange cookie pops in a small vase and serve.’ how to make STAINED GLASS COOKIE POPS MAKES ABOUT 30 You will need: 100g butter, at room temperature 100g castor sugar 1 egg, lightly beaten 2 tsp vanilla extract or essence 200g cake wheat flour A large heart-shaped cookie cutter, plus a smaller one 1 packet boiled sweets (we used Sparkles) 30 wooden skewers or lollipop sticks STEP 1 Line a baking tray with baking paper; grease well with cooking spray. Whisk butter and sugar in a bowl until pale and creamy. Add egg and vanilla extract and stir until well incorporated. Sift over the flour and stir until a soft dough is formed. STEP 2 Lightly flour a surface, tip dough onto the surface and gently knead 3 or 4…

• Remove annuals that are looking a bit sad, and deadhead others to give the plants a second bloom. Annuals you can plant now to provide late summer and autumn colour include petunias, begonias, alyssum and lobelias. • Replace tired bedding plants with heat-tolerant varieties such as marigolds, vincas and portulacas. • Start sowing sweet peas now; try bush varieties in pots or hanging baskets, or the climbing variety on a swimming pool fence or trellis. When sowing, apply generous amounts of kraal manure to the planting area. FOR MORE TIPS, GO TO WWW.LIFEISAGARDEN.CO.ZA OR VISIT THEIR FACEBOOK PAGE.…

AQUARIUS 20 JAN – 18 FEB Tantrums are out. Assertiveness and clarity are what you’re after – and what the planets are offering. If you’re looking to expand your income, now’s the time to make some plans. The gods are with you on this one. They want you to take control, and jump through a few well-chosen hoops. Interestingly, it might be an idea to set up an office at home. And yes, there’ll be some terrifying changes – but very soon you’ll be really glad you made them. Love? Can’t lose. You’re adorable. PISCES 19 FEB – 20 MARCH The sudden abundance in your life is causing you to wonder what the heck is going on. How typical. So before you let your fishy guilt rise up and chase…

My dad met my mom on Valentine’s Day. It was 1970, he had just moved to Durban from Pretoria, and a work colleague set him up on a date. This tells me that 1970 was a very long time ago; I find it easier to imagine a world of space mammoths riding uncicyles than one in which human beings were happy to go on blind dates on Valentine’s Day. My dad had his hair cut for the big night and polished his shoes and borrowed a suit from some guy in his office who was more or less the same size as him. They arranged to meet at the restaurant because he didn’t have a car, only a scooter, and even in the swinging ’70s you couldn’t pick up someone…