Travelling small is the new status symbol – 2025 latest trend

Remember when travel meant bulky checked luggage, three pairs of shoes and "just in case" outfits? Well, those days are over. Madri van der Westhuizen, from ANEW Hotels & Resorts believes in travelling small. "If 2024 flirted with the idea of travelling light, 2025 has turned it into a full-blown lifestyle shift," she says. "What…

BySpice4Life NewsOctober 31, 20250Comments

Food & Wine

Five provinces. One Sheba. Which flavour will you try?

Heritage Day 24 September 2025 No braai is complete without a spoonful of Sheba. This rich, tomato-and-onion relish – once made with just a few simple ingredients over open flames – has become a favourite braai staple to add depth and flavour to pap, grilled meats and vetkoek. Wayne Blake, Cluster General Manager at ANEW…

BySpice4Life NewsSeptember 16, 20250Comments

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Women who wander: Girl Grouping fuelling female travel

The days of waiting for "the right time" or "the right person" to travel with, are long gone. Across South Africa women are packing their bags, for shorter, more frequent escapes with their besties, and they're doing it their way. A new travel trend called Girl Grouping is redefining the way women travel. Recent researchreveals…

BySpice4Life NewsAugust 13, 20250Comments

Lifestyle Out & About

How to capture luxury-look game drive images with your smartphone

Picture this: South Africa in July. The cars are packed, the kids are bundled up and the road trip playlists are getting their annual dust-off. Game driving season is in full swing, and it doesn't matter if you're heading to Hluhluwe, or the Kruger area, chances are you'll want to capture the moment at every…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 18, 20250Comments

Food & Wine

Easy, no-bake holiday snacks to make with the kids

Looking for a fun, healthy and easy activity to keep the kids entertained during the July holidays? Wayne Blake, Cluster General Manager at ANEW Hotels & Resorts, shares his top five no-bake treats that are kid-approved and easy to make. Wayne’s top holiday survival tip: “Don’t overthink it. The best snacks are the ones that…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 4, 20250Comments

Food & Wine

Non-alcoholic Drinks for Any Day of the Week

Non-alcoholic drinks have levelled up, and they’re not just a substitute anymore, but a conscious choice that can be enjoyed any day of the week. Wayne Blake, Cluster General Manager from ANEW Hotels & Resorts share his top sophisticated and refreshing ideas. 1. Botanical brews Botanical brews are on trend, brewed with herbs like…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 26, 20250Comments

Food & Wine

Pineapple chips! Alternative Padkos for a road trip

Road trips are all about freedom, fun, and a bit of adventure on the open road. And what's a great adventure without the perfect "padkos" to keep you fuelled? This year, Wayne Blake, Cluster General Manager at ANEW Hotels & Resorts, shares some fresh alternatives to keep your taste buds thrilled while on the road.…

BySpice4Life NewsApril 22, 20250Comments

Food & Wine

Turn up the heat with these spicy Valentine’s Day meal ideas

Who says food inspired by love must be mild and predictable? This Valentine's Day add bold, fiery flavours to your meal. Wayne Blake, Cluster General Manager for ANEW Hotels & Resorts suggests his top ideas. Breakfast Spicy breakfast curry bowl Sauté one small, finely chopped, two small, minced garlic cloves, one finely chopped green chilli, ¼…

BySpice4Life NewsFebruary 12, 20250Comments

Food & Wine

Back To School Lunch Box Ideas

If you dread the daily lunch trade-off during break time at school, Johandre Grobler, Executive Chef, at ANEW Hotels & Resorts, has fabulous alternatives to bland sandwiches. His five unique, no-reheating-required meals are simple to prep, budget-friendly and guaranteed to satisfy even the pickiest of palates. 1. Sushi-inspired tortilla rolls What you'll need: Tortilla…

BySpice4Life NewsJanuary 20, 20250Comments

Love

Wedding trends – what’s in, and what’s out

All weddings are unique in their own way but everyone wants theirs to be the most memorable of them all! Nicola Woodgate, Weddings Executive at ANEW Hotels & Resorts, shares some inspiration for the current top wedding trends to ensure that your wedding is fresh, modern and innovative: Live wedding painting Live wedding painting is…

BySpice4Life NewsSeptember 5, 20240Comments

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Travelling small is the new status symbol – 2025 latest trend

Five provinces. One Sheba. Which flavour will you try?

Women who wander: Girl Grouping fuelling female travel

How to capture luxury-look game drive images with your smartphone

Easy, no-bake holiday snacks to make with the kids

Non-alcoholic Drinks for Any Day of the Week

Pineapple chips! Alternative Padkos for a road trip

Turn up the heat with these spicy Valentine’s Day meal ideas

Back To School Lunch Box Ideas

Wedding trends – what’s in, and what’s out

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