Diners see a beautifully presented plate of food. What they don't see are the early mornings, the planning, the pressure and the countless decisions that go into getting it just right. As International Chefs Day approaches on 20 October, Janaè Reddy, Executive Chef at Brahman Hills in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, reflects on a profession he loves, and the journey from his childhood home in Durban, where meals brought people together, to leading a professional kitchen. After training at the International Hotel School, Reddy started right at the bottom, learning the importance of discipline, teamwork and every role in the kitchen. He also discovered that consistency counts as much as creativity, and there's something to learn from everyone. "A professional kitchen is almost like an orchestra," he says. "Everyone has a role, and if one part isn't working properly, it affects the entire service. But being a chef isn’t only about cooking. It's also about leadership, communication and performing under pressure." At just 24, becoming an Executive Chef remains one of Reddy’s proudest achievements, a reflection of hard work and dedication across both international and local kitchens. Another highlight is his role at Brahman Hills, which attracted him three years ago with the chance to use his experience on a larger scale, catering for weddings and events in a picturesque setting. He particularly enjoys the people and variety of his job. No two events are exactly the same, and that variety keeps the kitchen exciting, pushes the team to improve and has made him a more rounded chef and better leader. "A successful service starts long before the first plate leaves the kitchen," explains Reddy. “Each event requires an enormous amount of planning, from menu design and dietary requirements to ordering, preparation, staffing, timing, plating and service.” His focus is on delivering the same high standard to every guest, whether at an intimate function or a large …
The Holiday Souvenir Nobody Wants: Bed Bugs in the Luggage
Gqeberha - The bags are unpacked and the holiday is over. If a household then calls True Clean about suspected bed bugs, recent travel is one of the things Diederik Visser wants to hear about. In his experience with clients, a weekend or week away is a common backstory. He describes bed bugs arriving home in luggage after a trip. But the history is only part of the enquiry. Visser has also arrived at homes where the caller was certain the problem was bed bugs, and found fleas instead. His inspection starts with places close to the bed: mattress seams, the headboard, behind it and nearby cupboards. He looks for insects, eggs and the marks around their hiding places. A description of bites alone does not settle the identification. The findings help establish which areas need attention and what work to propose. Treatment preparation and any follow-up are then discussed for that home. For anyone making an enquiry after travelling, useful details include when they returned, when the first signs appeared and where those signs have been noticed. Mention any products already used in the room as well. Travel gives Visser a lead to follow. The inspection establishes what he is dealing with. Further information about True Clean's bed-bug service is available below. https://www.trueclean.co.za/pest-control/bed-bugs/ Media And Customer Enquiries Diederik Visser | True Clean Phone/WhatsApp: 061 905 0514 Images: Links: Boilerplate and Editor's Notes. More Info on The Holiday Souvenir Nobody Wants: Bed Bugs In The Luggage here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/true-clean Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/truecleanpe CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za. …
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Stones Safaris Introduces Family-Friendly Walking Safari in Kruger
Greater Kruger: Stones Safaris has introduced a new family-friendly walking safari in Hoedspruit, Limpopo, offering visitors an alternative to traditional Big-5 bush walks. The new guided walking safari in Hoedspruit takes place in a local non-Big-5 nature reserve near Kruger National Park and is designed for families, couples, multigenerational groups and travellers interested in exploring the Lowveld environment on foot. The new experience focuses on the smaller details of the African bush rather than encounters with large wildlife. Over approximately two and a half to three hours, participants explore the natural surroundings with a guide, learning about animal tracks, indigenous plants, birds, insects and the relationships between different elements of the bushveld ecosystem. Unlike a traditional Kruger walking safari in Big-5 territory, the new activity allows visitors to enjoy the educational and observational aspects of walking in the bush without the intensity associated with potentially dangerous large wildlife encounters. A Family-Friendly Walking Safari in Hoedspruit for Different Generations For families visiting Hoedspruit, Kruger National Park and the surrounding Greater Kruger region, finding activities that accommodate different ages and interests can be an important part of planning a holiday. The new family bush walk near Hoedspruit and Kruger offers an alternative for visitors who want to experience the natural environment together. Children, parents and grandparents can participate in the same guided activity, while couples and adult groups can enjoy a slower, more observational experience. The walk does not require previous walking safari experience or specialist equipment. Rather than concentrating on distance or large wildlife encounters, the emphasis is on understanding the surrounding landscape and recognising the smaller details that often go unnoticed during a conventional game drive. As Stones Safaris explains in its published …
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Cloud Camper Matches Rooftop Tents to Group Size for Summer
Ask any South African family what happens in October and many will say the same thing: the December holiday stops being an idea and becomes a plan. Leave gets approved, campsite bookings open and someone eventually asks where everyone is going to sleep once the car is packed. Johannesburg outfitter Cloud Camper, which sells rooftop tents, awnings and vehicle camping equipment, is making that decision easier by pairing each tent in its range with the size of the group it is meant to carry. The thinking behind it is simple. Two people driving into the Karoo for a long weekend have very different needs from a family of four on a two-week coastal holiday. When buyers narrow down Rooftop Tents by how many people need a bed first, and only then by vehicle and style of travel, they avoid overspending and end up with a tent that is neither too tight nor needlessly heavy. Two sleepers: low profile and fast set-up For couples, Cloud Camper offers tents that sit low on the roof and open quickly after a long day behind the wheel. Closed, the Ultra-Slim 9cm Rooftop Tent measures only 9 cm in height. Its hard shell is durable aluminium, while the tent itself is made from 320G ripstop polycotton with a blackout coating. It carries a PU 5000 mm waterproof rating and UPF 50+ UV protection, sleeps two adults, and ships with a 6 cm inflatable mattress and a telescopic aluminium ladder that reaches 2.3 m. Suzuki Jimny owners get a specific word of caution from Cloud Camper: check the vehicle's roof load rating first, since the combined weight of the tent, rack and hard shell may go over it. The second couples' option, the 2-Person Quick Set-Up Car Roof-top Tent, comes with a solar panel bracket and uses tough, weather-resistant fabrics to convert a vehicle into somewhere to sleep within minutes. Three sleepers: the middle of the range Bridging the gap is the Easy Set-Up Waterproof Slimline Hardshell Rooftop Tent. This hard shell model opens automatically, is waterproof and …
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Durban ICC Secures Two Top Honours at World Mice Awards 2026
The Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (Durban ICC) has once again cemented its position as a leading business events destination in Africa, securing two prestigious accolades at the World MICE Awards 2026. The Centre was named Africa’s Best Convention Centre and South Africa’s Best Convention Centre at the awards ceremony held in Jamaica on 12 October 2026. The latest accolades mark the Durban ICC’s fourth win as Africa’s Best Convention Centre, following previous wins in 2020, 2021 and 2023. The Centre has also been recognised six times as South Africa’s Best Convention Centre, highlighting its continued excellence in the business events and conferencing industry. The World MICE Awards celebrate excellence across the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) sector, recognising organisations that contribute to the growth, innovation and competitiveness of business tourism destinations worldwide. For the Durban ICC, the latest recognition comes during a significant year for the Centre and the city. The venue has continued to attract major international gatherings, while World Trade Centre Durban secured the bid to host the 2028 World Trade Centers Association Global Business Forum, bringing an international platform for trade, investment and business connectivity to the city. Durban ICC Chief Executive Officer Lindiwe Rakharebe said the latest recognition reflects the Centre’s evolution beyond its role as a physical events venue. “Our greatest achievement is not simply bringing people into a building, it is creating a platform where ideas can travel, partnerships can begin and opportunities can take shape. Every international gathering hosted in Durban reinforces the city’s connection to the world while creating value for our local economy and communities. These awards belong to the people who make those connections possible every day.” Rakharebe said the awards also strengthen the Centre’s commitment to maintaining …
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Pambele Makes Its San Sebastian Beach House Easy to Reach
Getting there is often what puts travellers off a beach holiday on a remote part of the African coast. Pambele, an exclusive-use beach house on Mozambique's San Sebastian Peninsula, wants to show how short that journey really is. The house is privately owned, and its October message comes as the coast moves into dry, sunny weather with warmer days. Vilanculos, Mozambique, October 2026. The house lies inside the Vilanculos Coastal Wildlife Sanctuary and looks out over the Bazaruto Archipelago. It feels a long way from any city, but a guest who leaves Johannesburg in the morning can be on its beach that same day. One day, door to beach The journey begins with a flight to Vilanculos International Airport (VNX). Airlink flies there from Johannesburg every day. That keeps things simple for South Africans and for international travellers connecting through OR Tambo. Guests then pick one of two transfers from Vilanculos. A 45-minute boat crossing is included in the rate. A seven-minute scenic helicopter charter is also available as an extra, quoted on request. The beach house manager meets guests for either option, and both land them right on Pambele's shoreline, where the General Manager greets each arrival in person. Many guests count the transfer as one of the best moments of the trip. The boat crossing opens up the peninsula's turquoise water and sandbars, and the helicopter flies over the archipelago before touching down. The case for an October visit Pambele's own climate notes place September and October in the dry season, a time of clear skies, lots of sunshine and very little rain. Days get warmer across these two months and nights stay cooler. The property also mentions the area's low annual rainfall, which it puts down to Madagascar's rain shadow, as one reason the coast works as a destination all year. For anyone weighing up Mozambique beach resorts, an easy route and settled spring weather make October a good month to go, before the hotter and …
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What to Do on a Cape Town Airport Layover
Cape Town— Giraffe Horizons has published “What to Do on a Cape Town Airport Layover” as part of a ten-article visitor planning series on its website. Assess entry eligibility, immigration, luggage and airline deadlines before planning any airport outing. The resource is intended to help visitors compare arrangements and check what their selected booking includes. The article covers these practical topics: First, check the basics Before you leave the airport, confirm whether you need a visa to enter South Africa, whether your bags are checked through to your next flight, and when check-in for your onward flight closes. Confirm your airline's check-in, bag-drop and boarding deadlines, and its recommended airport arrival time. These vary by airline and flight. How much time do you really need? The airport is roughly 20 km from the city centre, a drive of 20 to 30 minutes in light traffic. A layover of around six hours is the practical minimum for a short outing, and eight or more gives you room to breathe. Allow time for immigration, traffic and a safe buffer on the return. Short-layover ideas A layover of six hours or more may allow a short guided city outing, after immigration, travel time and the airline's return buffer are accounted for. Consider a few nearby stops rather than a fixed sightseeing checklist. With seven to eight hours you might add a cable car ride up Table Mountain if the weather allows. Longer layovers can reach Boulders Beach or a wine estate. Current prices, inclusions and availability must be checked against the selected product and travel date. The guide is now available online. About Giraffe Horizons: Giraffe Horizons is a Cape Town tour operator offering private and shared tours across Cape Town and the Western Cape. Media contact: Tafadhali Lubungo. Email: res@giraffehorizons.com. Telephone: +27 73 575 7777. CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za. Author: Tafadhali Lubungo from Giraffe Horizons …
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2-Day Western Cape Safari From Cape Town Explained
Cape Town — Giraffe Horizons has published “2-Day Western Cape Safari from Cape Town Explained” as part of a ten-article visitor planning series on its website. Confirm the reserve, meals, accommodation and game drives, with no guaranteed wildlife sightings. The resource is intended to help visitors compare arrangements and check what their selected booking includes. The article covers these practical topics: Why the Western Cape The region offers safari options that can fit a Cape Town itinerary. Before travelling, seek current destination-specific health advice from a qualified travel-health professional. They are also a relatively short drive from Cape Town, so you spend more time on safari and less on the road. What a 2-day trip looks like You are collected from Cape Town and driven to the reserve, with a game drive on the first afternoon. After a night at a lodge, you go out again at dawn, when animals tend to be most active, before heading back to the city. Meals and accommodation are usually part of the package. What you might see Sightings depend on the reserve and the day, and no one can guarantee any particular animal. Expect antelope, zebra and giraffe, and ask the operator which large species the reserve is known for. A good guide will explain behaviour and tracking as well as pointing out animals. Current prices, inclusions and availability must be checked against the selected product and travel date. The guide is now available online. About Giraffe Horizons: Giraffe Horizons is a Cape Town tour operator offering private and shared tours across Cape Town and the Western Cape. Media contact: Tafadhali Lubungo. Email: res@giraffehorizons.com. Telephone: +27 73 575 7777. CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za. Author: Tafadhali Lubungo from Giraffe Horizons on behalf of Giraffe Horizons. …
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Table Mountain and Robben Island Combo Tour Guide
Cape Town — Giraffe Horizons has published “Table Mountain and Robben Island Combo Tour Guide” as part of a ten-article visitor planning series on its website. Fit the itinerary around confirmed ferry tickets, transfers and Cableway operations. The resource is intended to help visitors compare arrangements and check what their selected booking includes. The article covers these practical topics: Why combine them One is a natural wonder, the other a symbol of the country's journey to democracy. Seeing both in a single day gives you the landscape and the history, and you only deal with one booking and one set of logistics. The weather question This is the key detail. Table Mountain's cable car can close in unsafe weather, and Robben Island ferries can be cancelled in heavy seas. When you book a combo, ask how the operator handles it. A flexible plan lets you do whichever is open first, rather than losing one of the two. Which order works best On a clear morning, the mountain is usually at its best early, with the island in the afternoon. The sequence must fit your confirmed ferry departure, transfer times and the Cableway's official operating status. A guide can suggest changes, but ticket slots cannot always be moved. Current prices, inclusions and availability must be checked against the selected product and travel date. The guide is now available online. About Giraffe Horizons: Giraffe Horizons is a Cape Town tour operator offering private and shared tours across Cape Town and the Western Cape. Media contact: Tafadhali Lubungo. Email: res@giraffehorizons.com. Telephone: +27 73 575 7777. CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za. Author: Tafadhali Lubungo from Giraffe Horizons on behalf of Giraffe Horizons. …
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Cape Point and Penguins Day Tour: What You Will See
Cape Town — Giraffe Horizons has published “Cape Point and Penguins Day Tour: What You Will See” as part of a ten-article visitor planning series on its website. Plan the coastal route, Cape Point and Boulders viewing, with road availability and wildlife etiquette in mind. The resource is intended to help visitors compare arrangements and check what their selected booking includes. The article covers these practical topics: The coastal route The drive south hugs the coastline, passing Camps Bay, Hout Bay and, if it is open, Chapman's Peak Drive, a road carved into the cliffs with sweeping ocean views. Many tours add a stop in Hout Bay, where you can take a short boat trip to see the seal colony. Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope The Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve is home to wild coastline, fynbos and animals such as baboons, bontebok and ostriches. At Cape Point you can walk or ride the funicular up to the old lighthouse, with cliffs falling away into the sea. The Cape of Good Hope sign is the classic photo stop. Boulders Beach penguins Boulders Beach in Simon's Town is home to a colony of African penguins. Boardwalks let you watch them waddle, swim and nest within a few metres, but you should never touch them. They can bite, and the colony is protected. Current prices, inclusions and availability must be checked against the selected product and travel date. The guide is now available online. About Giraffe Horizons: Giraffe Horizons is a Cape Town tour operator offering private and shared tours across Cape Town and the Western Cape. Media contact: Tafadhali Lubungo. Email: res@giraffehorizons.com. Telephone: +27 73 575 7777. CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za. Author: Tafadhali Lubungo from Giraffe Horizons on behalf of Giraffe Horizons. …