Ready for Duty

The new rescue base is raring to go! The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) is a charity organisation that saves lives on the South African coastal and inland waters. Their goal is to prevent drowning through rescue operations, education and prevention initiatives. Operating from base stations along the South African coastline and on inland dams, rescue volunteers are on call, at all hours, every day of the year. Rescues are entirely voluntary and are a...

Men Making Moves

Meet Shilo, Matt and Yuvi – three local Umhlanga men who are, without a doubt, making moves and waves within their respective industries. We sat down to chat to them about their passions, involvements and exciting, successful business endeavours.   Shilo Ramdin He knew his future was in sport from having played provincial cricket and hockey. After a gap year in Oxford working at a school, Shilo returned to South Africa and was part of...

A Spanish Escape

Step into a world of luxury art, an extraordinary atmosphere and a bespoke culinary experience. La Parada Bar De Tapas first opened its doors in Bree Street, Cape Town’s hottest food strip, a tribute to the Spanish bars that bewitched Hemingway. Their bright lights and extraordinary energy have come to Umhlanga, illuminating the way for you. But what is a “tapas bar”? What makes it different from the eateries around it? Well, tapas are appetisers...

A New Era of Ink

In ancient Greek and Roman times, tattooing was associated with barbarians, a.k.a the uncultured and brute folk. It was only later in the 1970s that tattoos were deemed cool and common amongst all sexes, classes and age groups – and boy are we grateful it did!   In the words of the famous tattoo artist Don Ed Hardy, he once said: “A tattoo is an affirmation: that this body is yours to have and to...

PROTON WELCOMED TO SOUTH AFRICA

The first batch of 1200 Protons, due to arrive in SA this year, have officially been offloaded in Durban.   Proton vehicles are to be distributed by Combined Motor Holdings (CMH), the JSE listed specialist motor retailer. With 40 years of success in motor retail, CMH are well equipped to provide a stable platform from which to launch this brand.  CMH will be supported in the market by 25 dedicated Proton Dealerships. CMH reintroduced Volvo...

The ECR House + Garden Show Returns

CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF CREATIVE SPACES   The East Coast Radio House + Garden Show is back and will be celebrated its 40th birthday bash in carnival style. This memorable event toasted to four successful decades of creative spaces that have led the way locally in inspiration, innovation, entertainment and craftmanship.  Themed “Celebrating 40 years of creative spaces”, the East Coast Radio House + Garden Show  returned to the Durban Exhibition Centre from 24 June...

This Is How We Brew It

Time for a guys’ night out, but where? We have found a few spots for you and the guys to enjoy a cold one and indulge in great food.   The Beach House This gem of the Umhlanga Village is dedicated to the days when misfits and vagabond travellers roamed the rugged South African coastline searching for waves. It is a fitting homage to Durban surf culture. It’s coastal cooking at its best, with a...