Your big day comes around once and then your wedding dress gets packed away in your wardrobe where you might look at it every now and then with fond memories. But imagine if that gorgeous dress could end up doing something great for the planet after you’ve danced up a storm in it?
Food markets are the new flea markets. A few years ago, people would gladly spend their Sundays browsing through antiques, cell phone covers and clothes. Today, we’re all about finding the best craft beer, gourmet food and interesting ingredients. Here are a few food markets that you can check out in Gauteng:
We live in the superfood age, with new and nutritious foods constantly waving for our attention because they are said to improve our health. One of the latest foods in the superfood spotlight is the exotic-sounding kañiwa.
Lowering your fat intake can be a healthier option for you – but not always. It might even set back your weight-loss goals. Read on to learn the fat facts before you cut fat out of your diet completely or embark on a low-fat diet.
There are a few great things about winter. Besides lovely jackets, scarves and boots – you get to snuggle under the covers and watch TV or stay indoors in front of a fireplace. Not only do the cooler winter months greatly reduce the feeling of fomo (because ‘going out’ sounds like a great idea until you realise you have to actually get dressed and leave your warm house)
According to reports, Coca-Cola cans could become greener by eliminating some of their color. Design studio Ryan Harc created a colorless can design that will reduce the cost of recycling and pollution.
With all the chemicals in food, you’re probably consuming a lot of pesticides without even realising it. These toxins can lead to various health issues and diseases. A study shows yet another good reason to opt for an organic diet – it can lower your pesticide exposure.
Meet Remake Design Challenge OBJECT finalist, JP Le Roux, our thorn amongst the object roses who is currently in his 2nd year at Design Time. We find out what inspired this laid back, health-obsessed, young designer’s kitchen storage range.
In a first-ever achievement for a South African building, the V&A Waterfront’s No. 1 Silo has been awarded a 6 Star ‘As Built’ rating by the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA) for its impressive and environmentally-friendly construction.
Top designers such as Vera Wang have changed the wedding gown ground rules in recent years by bringing black into the bridal scene.