Good Housekeeping South Africa

MY TWO DOGS MAKE ME HAPPY. It really is that simple. I guess it’s the uncomplicatedness of pet love that makes it so rewarding: nothing needs to be discussed and negotiated, they’re happy with the same supper every night, they don’t mind getting up i

OPRAH WINFREY: First, let me just say: nothing makes me happier than sitting down with a good read. So when I realised – in the preface! – what an extraordinary book was coming, I was so proud of you. You landed it. The book is tender, it is compelli

Popstrukt is a local company that specialises in well-made contemporary offerings of flat-pack furniture for virtually any home scenario. From bedside pedestals to desks, dining-room tables, stylish chairs and stools, they’ve got you covered. Simply

‘Laser hair removal should not be painful at all. We tell our clients that if they are feeling pain, they must communicate this to us and we will lower the power and cover an area for longer to make sure the treatment is still successful. While laser

Q ‘I LOVE WEARING MAKEUP, BUT LATELY I’VE BEEN STRUGGLING  WITH KEEPING IT IN PLACE FOR MOST OF THE DAY. I’VE HEARD THAT SETTING SPRAYS ARE QUITE EFFECTIVE IN PREVENTING MELTING MAKEUP – IS THIS TRUE?’ ABSOLUTELY! Makeup setting sprays are a lot li

If you’re looking for a new piece to add to your workwear uniform, opt for a pair of tailored khaki trousers with a buckle-belt feature. Wear with a crisp white shirt, a pair of block heels and gold earrings and you’ll be boardroom-ready. BLOUSE R299

Dachshund mixes Luke and Leia. Liezel was born in Pretoria but moved to Cape Town about seven years ago. ‘I absolutely love Cape Town. There is so much to do – you never get bored! But when it comes to supporting my soccer, cricket and rugby teams, I

‘Luke and Leia are both adopted. We adopted Leia from the Cape of Good Hope SPCA and Luke was rescued by Cape Dachshund Rescue. ‘I still remember the day when we came to the SPCA looking for a dog. We went to look at the dogs and Leia was the only o

‘My little kitty cat’s name is Sailor. He is pitch-black with beautiful green eyes and is very dapper – he wears a little bow tie. ‘I adopted him off Instagram. I mentioned on my Instastories that I was thinking about getting a cat and someone repli

Hiking is a great way to clear your mind, work your body and appreciate the beauty that surrounds us. The Cape Union Mart Hiking Club leads various hikes in and around Cape Town, the Western Cape and other parts of South Africa. Membership is R130 pe

Quietly powerful, warm and charismatic: that’s Susie Orbach. Her gaze is direct. Her pauses are meaningful. Everything about her is considered, from the thoughtful way she asks questions to her neatly maroon-painted nails. As a psychotherapist who ha

I LOVE TO PLAY MONOPOLY. The vibrant bills. The miniature pieces. The hours spent with my children. I don’t often win, but it’s allowed me to introduce my kids to some valuable information that’s helped them become financially savvy adults. If you’re

A guide to venturing off the beaten track While South Africa offers some beautiful off-road tracks, many come with obstacles that require a certain amount of training and experience. There are a number of academies to give you the know-how you need

No need to dine and dash – these fabulous restaurants are all situated on stellar hotel properties BLANKO, ALPHEN HOTEL This Constantia Winelands eatery is lovely for lunch but even more delightful for dinner. Here, the old-meets-new interiors set

Sometimes there’s just no time to read a full recipe, which is why we love this new, local website and Insta feed (@tastivore). Quick and easy videos show you how to make delicious and impressive snacks that will have everyone in your family asking f

Hands-on Time 15 minutes Total Time 1 hour Serves 6 1,1kg potatoes (about 20) salt flakes 4 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for baking tray ¼ cup sherry vinegar 3 tbsp capers, drained and chopped 1 tbsp anchovy paste 1 clove garlic, pressed ¼ cup flat-l

IAN SHIVERS – DOG TRAINER AND BEHAVIOURIST JAICE JACKSON – CANINE EXPERT AND TRAINER Modern etiquette can be a minefield, especially when you have a stranger’s boisterous Labrador jumping all over you as your skittish dachshund takes off in a

You’re catching glimpses of inspiring possibilities, but can’t be sure yet what’s real or a passing fantasy. The picture won’t be clear until next month, so dream, but don’t do anything irreversible. SELF-CARE When you feel overwhelmed, take quiet t

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Recently, for the first time ever, our 14-year-old daughter chose to spend the holidays with a friend instead of with us, her family. To be brutally honest, it was somewhat of a relief to get a break from the relentlessness of living with a teen – th