Mobi-Find: “Tsogo Sun scores points with Simplicity”

This week we’re reviewing the Southern Sun/ Tsogo Sun mobisite & find it scores in most areas.


Southern Sun (or rather Tsogo Sun, as the group has come to be known) is SA’s largest hotel chain with 90 hotels spanning the whole of South Africa as well as Kenya, Zambia, Seychelles, Tanzania and Mozambique. With a large potential client base and a massive area to cover, it’s great to see they’ve leapt into the mobile arena.

Read more at: blog.safindit.co.za

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Fairtrade Products – A collection with a conscience

In honour of Fairtrade Coffee Week, we thought it would be a great idea to put together a collection that highlighted local Fairtrade Coffee suppliers as well as other suppliers who are producing certified Fairtrade items.

We came across the Fairtrade Label SA website and found a wealth of information on the topic, including the fact that wine has become one of the most important Fairtrade products in the country, and that Thandi Wines were the first wine producer in the world to be Fairtade certified in 2003.

Bean There Coffee are another shining example in the local landscape. Established in 2005 they were the first and only roaster of Certified Fairtrade coffee in South Africa for some time.

Now Woolworths Cafe have announced that all coffee-based beverages sold in the over 70 Woolworths coffee shops around the country will be Fairtrade certified, which will double the amount of Fairtrade coffee currently available to South Africans, and generate a yearly Fairtrade Premium of over R180,000 for small-scale coffee farmers in East Africa.

Filed under: Collections, Places, Business, Charity, Coffee, Environmental, Food & Wine

Water Sports & Warm Welcomes

Durban’s newly revamped promenade is something to see.
Once a hairy pit of urban decay and filth, the area is now sparkling and alive with activity in the form of runners, bikers, skateboarders, surfers, paddlers and tourists.
It’s fantastic to see how Durban’s municipality envisaged and brought to life this mammoth project. We can only hope that they are able to maintain it.

On the furthest side of the promenade rests uShaka Marine World and just to the left of that you will find the also recently refurbished Marine Surf Lifesaving Club.
The design of the new building is beautiful. It’s all clean lines with minimalist industrial finishes and plenty of glass to make the most of the magnificent views.

On the one hand the club is a home base for many members who enjoy water sports like stand-up paddling, canoeing, surfing and swimming. It’s also a training facility for lifeguards and nippers, who go on to protect the surrounding beaches. The bottom half of the building neatly & safely houses all necessary equipment & has lockers for members, while the top half is left wide open for social activities.

The decor inside the clubhouse is sparse but surprisingly funky with beanbags, couches and benches. It’s certainly the kind of place you would bring your family on a Saturday morning for breakfast or hang out with friends after your ocean-based activities. The vibe is warm & welcoming, even for non-members and the balcony boasts an unparalleled and uninterrupted ocean view. Continue reading →

Filed under: Reviews, Bars & Pubs, Coffee, Durban, Food & Wine, Sport, Travel & Tourism

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Baby on Board – for the expectant Mom

Being pregnant is one of the most challenging, yet exciting times of a woman’s life. Nothing can compare to the feeling of knowing that you are bringing new life into the world. But it doesn’t come without stresses and concerns about your changing body and impending responsibilities.

This collection is dedicated to all pregnant women. We searched for some of the country’s best & most unique suppliers that can see to all your preggy needs – from decorating your baby room to stocking up on essentials and planning your labour. There are listings that address the practical issues – for instance ‘Moms UIF Assist‘ & others that will allow you to simply celebrate your pregnancy experience like, ‘Memory Moulds‘.

Lastly we touched on the newborn period with listings like, ‘Tiny Hands‘ – that will allow you to better communicate with your baby, ‘Mothers & Miracles‘ to help with early development.

We hope we’ve created a useful resource for expectant moms that they will want to share with their friends and families.

Filed under: Collections, Places, Babies & Kids, Health & Fitness, Shopping, Women

100 Percent Passion at Pink Peppercorn

Working within a highly competitive business landscape can be challenging but Rabea Scholtz and Candice Fortune are up for the challenge because for them, running Pink Peppercorn Catering is a total labour of love.

The two friends met while working together for a large catering company. After they teamed up to cater for a friend’s wedding one weekend, they realised they were a dynamite duo and decided to go into business together. It took just a couple of months before Pink Peppercorn was up & running.

When deciding on a base for operations, Rabea and Candice took into account several factors. The location needed to be central, affordable, the right size and not too far out for their staff to travel at irregular hours.
In the end, they found just what they were looking for in the neighbourhood of Bishop Lavis. Continue reading →

Filed under: Places, Cape Town, Events, Food & Wine, Services

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Vaalie Vintage – Going back in time!

Some people prefer their belongings to have a certain amount of history attached them. There’s something romantic about owning something that has had its’ own life; something that’s been places & seen things you’ll never know about.

Even though Cape Town seems to have the monopoly on fabulous vintage shopping, you’d be surprised at what fabulous treasures you can discover in the back alleys of Joburg and Pretoria. Sure, you may have to venture into some unfamiliar territory, but isn’t that all part of the adventure?

Whether you’re into fashion, decor, furniture or simply love to linger in that old books smell, you’ll find a few havens for your special indulgence in our collection!

Filed under: Collections, Places, Arts & Culture, Design, Fashion, Home & Garden, Joburg, Shopping

Mobi-Find: “NoMu Crushes the Competition”

We dig in to NoMu’s recently released mobisite & find it very tasty…


Over the past 10 years or so since its’ inception, the NoMu brand has steadfastly gained ground in the South African food industry as a unique, quality product. Thanks also to a highly active and engaging Twitter presence, NoMu have built strong relationships with their customers and gained a loyal following.

Read more at: blog.safindit.co.za

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Mpumalanga Camping – Exquisite Explorations

Anyone who has ever had the pleasure of travelling, staying or even, living in Mpumalanga will know that it truly is one of the country’s most picturesque and magnificent landscapes.

While many tourists head straight for Table Mountain or the Drakensberg, some of them stumble upon magical Mpumalanga while winding their way to the Kruger Park & are subsequently surprised & delighted!

You can look forward to mountains, panoramic passes, valleys, rivers, waterfalls and forests.Not to mention dozens of sanctuaries teeming with wildlife and birds.
Mpumalanga is also home to the world’s most famous game reserve, the world’s third-highest canyon and the world’s oldest cave.

Do you need any more reasons to bust out your camping gear & head for the hills? We think not!

Filed under: Collections, Places, Accommodation, Travel & Tourism