Through the kind invitation from Neofundi I was treated to Barista training at the Università del Caffè del Sud Africa situated in the Illy Head office.

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Illy is staffed by some of the friendliest people I have had the pleasure to meet in a business environment. The Barista tasked with…

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I would have never thought that coffee would be such a big deal through the incorporation of art. At the sensational Illy headquarters a great deal was learnt. In my "Where Passion Begins" blog I mentioned the artistic value that one can gain and witness throughout Illy's art…

South Africans have become accustomed to the traditional coffee shop concept, where one can enjoy a freshly brewed cup of coffee, accompanied with a toasted sandwich, a slice of cake, a muffin and maybe a plate of pasta. But Natasha creator of tashas cafe, saw a gap in the market for a daytime cafe, that provides the consumer with restaurant quality food at affordable…

Wall hooks are something that is needed in any kind of house. But at the same time I feel that it needs to play the part in the decoration of your home, not so? Now, where everything is labelled ”classy” and having that designer's name attached; these emerging designers have always invented some or the other unique designs in the form of hooks…

They say that a picture is worth a thousand words, with 40-year-old Spanish artist, graphic designer and illustrator Juan Osborne this is true! With the use of only words and numbers, he created a series of celebrity’s portraits. The basis for his art work is photos of famous people as well as composing famous quotes, song lyrics and transcriptions.…

To me coffee has always been that 2 teaspoon with sugar and milk instant satisfaction. Little did I know that making coffee is as much of an art as what Leonardo Da Vinci's work is! Nescafe was always my thing, satisfying to the taste buds and quick to make. But…

Shoelosophy notes: Yes!!! You heard me $1Billion in Turnover for 2011. Wow. I am in shock that people have spent a billion dollars (R8,5 billion) on what I consider to be one of the ugliest shoes in the history of shoemaking. Despite my bewilderment at this success story, I admit that this is an amazing tale of…

I don't generally like laughing at the misfortune of others, but I couldn't stop :))

I saw this on Jace's wall and had to…

 Japanese artist Haroshi is famous for transforming old used skateboards into wonderful sculptures. His most impressive style is the three-dimensional wooden mosaics, created by stacking many layers of skateboard decks.  His style is similar to the way traditional wooden Japanese Buddhas are built.  …

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It's definitely the digital age, and printed calendars are absent from most walls, they are no longer an item of practicality and if they are there, they are there only for the pictures they hold; they have become collectable items, enjoyable, a challenge for fashion editorials and artworks as well as having aesthetic strength and value. In the digital age we don't feel compelled to…

Ever had an espresso or a cappuccino and on having your first sip found that it tasted awful?

It's taken 11 days but I am officially ready to start 2012. It's a Joburg thing - from December to January the city's heartbeat slows, in preparation for the crazy pace that will follow for the next 11 months. (If we are going to end the year by throwing fridges out of high-rises some contemplative time will be necessary)

This year will be no different…

It really has been a long time since I last blogged but I'm sure you'll all agree that life has a way of taking over sometimes. I've also been flitting about the country a tad. No, I don't need meds. I promise. …

Roberto Cavalli's star-studded cast featuring Naomi Campbell, Karen Elson, Kristen McMenamy and Daphne Groeneveld for its spring 2012 campaign. Lensed by Steven Meisel. I  just adore the shimmering and colourful designs .....................................................................................…

This stunning editorial, shot by Tim Walker, is featured in Vogue Italia (January 2012). Titled 'Like a Doll', this shoot captures the mysteriously eerie yet playful notion of dolls. The Model, Lindsey Wixon, was styled by Jacob K.........................................................................................................…

A cocktail party was hosted on November 29th to unveil the ‘Garment with Photography of James Reeve Landscapes’ exhibition by Dries Van Noten at The Fringe Club in Central. The exhibition was opened to the public between 30th November to 12th December. …