Lifestyle
BMW 740e iPerformance
The BMW eDrive drive system technology developed for BMW i cars has arrived in the new BMW 7 Series model range in the shape of a plug-in hybrid luxury sedan. The new BMW 740e iPerformance sources its power from the myriad talents of a latest-generation four-cylinder...
Ferrari – California T
With a new turbocharged V8 engine, an increase in torque by 49 percent and a reduction of 15 percent in fuel consumption, the Ferrari California T epitomises elegance, sportiness, versatility and exclusivity: characteristics that have distinguished every California...
Rado
The latest collection by Swiss watchmaker Rado is imbued with lightness, both aesthetically and in terms of the materials used. Now renowned trend forecaster, Lidewij Edelkoort has curated these lightness-inspired Rado timepieces, placing them together with exclusive...
Tag Heuer – Monza Chronograph
In 1976, Jack Heuer, the great grandson of the brand’s founder, designed a chronograph to celebrate Niki Lauda’s first F1 World Championship title with Ferrari. The Swiss watch company was then Official Timekeeper for Scuderia Ferrari (from 1971 to 1979), and this was...
Bulgari – Serpenti
Bulgari introduces the new Serpenti jewellery collection, a design that ensnares the bold nature of the snake. Entirely reimagined into striking new shapes, Serpenti focuses on the power of the eyes, shining in expressions of seduction. These precious rings,...
Refined Coupé
review: Colin Sharp | images: Carla Nunes | price from: R425 400 The 2016 Lexus RC 200T EX is a luxury coupé that delivers good fuel economy from a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It might lack a little in athleticism when compared to its competition, but its...
Svelte Superhatch
review: Colin Sharp | images: Carla Nunes | price from: R501 750 | location: Hertex Fabrics, Parkhurst What exactly defines a premium hatchback? Think Mercedes-Benz A-Class, Audi A3 and BMW 1 Series – now add Volvo V40 T4. This slick Swede is far from the angular,...
Esther Mahlangu – Mpumalanga to Munich
Twenty-five years ago South African artist, Esther Mahlangu was the first woman to create artwork on a BMW 525i sedan. Its bodywork was adorned with the bright colours and unique ornamental shapes typical of Ndebele art, thus transforming it into a celebrated BMW Art...
Ryan’s Kitchen
Chef Ryan and his wife Lana have been steering this ship for the past five years. In a beautiful heritage building where a tranquil ambience includes wide windows that allow the light and mountain views to spill in, the hands-on pair relocated from a small 10-table...
Catharina’s Restaurant
Chef Archie comes with a wealth of experience having worked at top luxury properties in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. His culinary journey began in Surrey, England during a 3-year apprenticeship with Michelin star Chef David Evans. Over the past decade he’s...
Eye on the Bean
We’re almost done with 2016 and what’s happening in the world of coffee? Here are a few trends predicted for what’s likely in the coffee fueled year ahead: There is an icy undertone. According to certain fundis hot coffee has enjoyed the focus of innovation during the...
Claire Denarie-Soffietti
Born and raised in Versailles, and having lived over 20 years in South Africa, Claire Denarie-Soffietti was an autodidactic art student from the outset. After eight years in Barbados, and four children, the artist – and her Italian architect husband – decided to...
Little Wonder
review: Colin Sharp | images: Carla Nunes | price from: R425 400 The Mazda MX-5, released as the Mazda MX-5 Miata in North America, rapidly won acclaim as a lightweight two-seater roadster. With its time-honoured front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout it debuted at the...
Roadster Evolution
review: Colin Sharp | images: Carla Nunes | price from: R743 000 In the late ‘90s I owned the first Audi TT, a cute little car that evoked admiring glances from most appraisers. It was go-kart agile on the tarmac, if a little light at the rear end – a boot spoiler was...
Design of the Century
overview: Colin Sharp I’ve been there three times, but I could happily visit monthly because this is a sculptural, cellular / globular structure that is patently unique. The first time was not long after the opening in late 2007, when I met architect Wolf D. Prix of...