Ballito is nurturing many talented people. Meet these three remarkable young people who have made or continue to make their mark. We often talk about rising talent in our excellent schools but forget to shine a spotlight on those out in the world, figuring it out on their own and, in doing so, making waves while excelling in their talents. One person who turned their talent into a career is Shannon Trollip, who, at...
Helmets on and knee pads strapped, the Ballito Skate Park is buzzing with young and talented skaters! The skate park has been a part of my life since I can remember, and after the revamp, I love seeing the younger generation having it a part of their childhoods too. As one of the residents on the road, I am grateful to all who helped uplift and still help to keep it safe and clean....
Words by: Cristina Govender We spoke to some phenomenal women running their businesses with flair and tenacity. Closing that Gap Business and home often intersect and overlap. For Deborah, this couldn’t be any truer. As a mother of five and CEO of two brands, she has her hands full. Though she finds most of her time being occupied, the moments when she isn’t busy with responsibilities, she spends it painting or capturing art through photography....
Opening image by Karl Liebenberg It’s not just a sport. It’s a booming career. I’m sure you have spotted a few surfers in our beautiful Dolphin Coast oceans getting their waves for the day in. Well, maybe a few you’ve seen are part of the younger crowd, and wow, we have a big group of youngsters showing their moves in the surf! Many of these so-called ‘gromies’ in surf lingo have surfed a few contests...
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Krispy Kreme The month of love is upon us and Krispy Kreme’s Red Velvet Limited Edition range of Valentine’s Doughnuts are here to steal your heart. The Turkish Delight Kreme is simply ‘delightful’. It’s an unglazed Red Velvet heart filled with a Turkish Delight Kreme, hand-dipped in a Turkish delight milk choc dip, drizzled with a milk choc spread and topped with edible rose petals. It’s smooth, sweet and you won’t be...
BRINGING THE CHARM TO SWEET MOMENTS with an exclusive collaboration with Krispy Kreme x Nom Nom. Nom Nom is a coveted South African jewellery brand with a range of bespoke charm, gems, necklaces, bracelets and rings. The brand is available online at nomnomjewels.co.za and at Elegance Jewellers stores. Their custom-created Nom Nom doughnut and Nom Nom bracelet are the sweetest surprise for that someone special! The Nom Nom Doughnut is an Original Glazed® doughnut ring,...
Glamping in the Midlands The Midlands never ceases to amaze me with its gorgeous views, fresh air and country roads. Nirvana outpost is situated on Curry’s Post Road. It is right next door to the alpaca sanctuary, Endeavour Alpacas, run by the same owners, Wendy Canning and Terrence Watkins, who are the most welcoming and friendly hosts that love to make your stay extra special. We stayed in one of the four tepees; the extra-large...
RIBUMED Medical Care is a state-of-the-art, multi-disciplinary medical precinct situated on the lower level of the brand-new Odyssey Mall, Ballito. Two years since the inaugural RIBUMED Day Hospital opened its doors in Glenwood and Durban Central, RIBUMED has extended its medical footprint to the North Coast. Offering leading-edge medical technologies, highly qualified staff and world-class treatments, RIBUMED ensure that all their patients receive the right procedure by the right specialists with the right care, all...
It is time to expand your horizons and open up the future of retail as we depart together on this path of progress. Start your next chapter of the story through shopping, fitness, living and health that the Odyssey brings to you. The Odyssey, the epic poem by ancient Greek poet Homer, recounts the long and arduous journey of the hero Odysseus as he desperately fights to return home. It is one of the most...
Bringing self-sufficient farm-style living into the superb Brettenwood Coastal Estate. Wendy Bouwer from Bridgewater Spencer Architecture and Margaret Berichon from B Design Studio collaborated in creating this breathtaking home for a client in one of the most exclusive, sought after estates on the North Coast, Brettenwood Coastal Estate situated in Sheffield. The house has stunning views of rolling hills, which makes you feel like you are on a quintessentially gorgeous KZN farm, and boasts...