Lucille and I enjoyed an afternoon of pampering at the amazing Revive by Adele. The salon has been offering relaxation and rejuvenation to the North Coast for a few years, and they have settled nicely into their new home in the Sugar Village in Umhlali. The owner, Adele, has 18 years of experience, making sure you leave feeling pampered and centred. She believes that a lot of us don’t truly take the time to have...
Living you the best of Ballito with a 180-degree ocean view and a delicious cocktail and food menu with a vibey yet relaxed atmosphere, Taso’s Bar & Grill Ballito truly has a perfect spot along our coast. We enjoyed a fabulous afternoon outside on their deck where you can sit and watch the waves crashing, while keeping an eye out for dolphins or whales. To start, we had to soak up the sunny day...
We recently indulged in an afternoon of pampering at Bella La Lupa in the New Salt Rock Shopping Centre. This quaint beauty studio welcomes you into a tranquil space where you can get everything from a facial to a massage or gorgeous nails. We were greeted by one of the owners, Anke, before being taken to start our treatments. To add a bit of bubble to your experience, I was served a glass of...
We enjoyed a delicious lunch at Café Bica Pastelaria, situated at Ballito Steps. The restaurant is decorated in bright yellows and ocean blues, creating a lively atmosphere, and you can enjoy fresh air and sunshine by sitting outside on the deck. Being the sweet tooth I am, I can never resist a milkshake, so I had to try their gourmet selection. I had a creamy pastel de nata milkshake! This was a flavour I...
In our little coastal town, we are truly blessed to be able to embrace international cuisines! La Piazza Continental Cafe, nestled in the buzz of The Well Centre, is everyone’s go-to spot. A colourful play area happily entertains the kids with easy access to the outside tables for family-friendly seating and a more cosy seating area inside. La Piazza exudes an Italian ambience. Its warm lighting and the friendly, yet very vibrant, atmosphere is the...
We were spoilt recently at Esse Ballito with a blissful hour of pampering. The entrance welcomes you into a tranquil and pristine atmosphere in a shopping centre environment, tainted with the beautiful aroma of natural essential oils to calm the mind and body. Before the appointment, Lucille and I filled out an extensive digital form about our skin and skincare so the therapists would know how to take care of us. We were individually led...
The Proton X50 and X70 are officially in dealerships across the country, and the vehicles are ready for the public to welcome them. Proton’s message is about reconnecting to the humanity within us to create genuine connections. By pushing the boundaries of technology, we can build stronger relationships, bridge distances between people, relationships, innovation, and create stronger bonds to a better future for mobility. We are excited to introduce these fuel-efficient vehicles to consumers....
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...
Whether you’re furry, feathered or scaled, all friends are welcome! As people realise that Ballito is for sure one of THE best places to live, we see flocks of families moving here to experience the North Coast way of life. Here, as for most South Africans, our pets are our family. The lifestyle of those here embraces the outdoors and the ability to lead an active way of life. Our town aims to be wholly...
Words by Jordyn Trollip Situated in Salt Rock, Col’Cacchio is an Italian experience you won’t forget! In December 2020, Col’Cacchio opened an amazing restaurant in the New Salt Rock Shopping Centre for our locals to enjoy. And, oh boy, have they! We stopped by to have a taste of what Col’Cacchio is all about: great Italian food. As we arrived, we were welcomed by smiling faces and were shown to our table....