I’ve been overweight all my life. I tried my first serious diet when I was 12. It started off well and I shed weight easily in the first few weeks but then it stagnated a bit and weigh-ins became something I didn’t look forward to. I left it after that….
Chilli Shakshuka Recipe
Weekends are for brunch and there is nothing better than this spicy, chilli shakshuka for a lovely winters morning. I’ve tweaked this recipe over the years and I prefer it with a range of chilli for spice and taste. I purchase the mixed bag of chillies from my local Checkers…
Leg of Lamb Recipe
Ramadaan is my time of the year. I love the month, and it’s the one time I go all out for my family. I lovingly prepare meals, prep in advance for Eid and cook up a storm and a half in the days before Eid. I sit on my couch…
I Started VLOGGING
So, I started a Ramadaan Vlog and full disclosure, I am not great at it. I just thought it would be cool to share bits of my day with my audience. I am still grappling with how much to share and editing these vlogs are definitely not easy. I am…
A tribute to my friend and mentor- Ebrahim Gangat
When I was 16 years old my parents decided to remove the television from our home. I protested vehemently as they droned on about how harmful television was blah..blah..blah. My eyes welled with tears as my father discarded the television set which to me was a link to a world…
The Africa Leadership Magazine- Person of the Year Awards
On a late summer evening in the heart of Johannesburg, we made our way to the Sandton convention centre to celebrate Africa Leadership Magazine UK, Persons of the Year Awards and the Induction of CEOs into the African Business Leaders Hall of Fame. We were among the brightest minds in…
My Favourite Podcasts: January 2019
Well we made it through all 94 days of January 2019 and it was quite an interesting month. I got back on air after a 2 week break and commenced season 8 of Lifestyle on the 7th of January. We had the loveliest holiday and I came back fresher and…
Decor Trends 2019 with Carol Pretorius
I recently interviewed the dynamic, creative and design maverik Carol Pretorius on my show. We discussed decor trends for 2019, incorporating the Pantone colour of the year into your decor and decorating on a budget. Carol heads the creative team over at pecanne.co.za . Hailing from the creative world of…
My 2018
I don’t know what 2019 will hold, I’m hoping it will be a blessed year (iA). One thing I am certain about is that for as long as I live, I will never forget 2018. It was a painful, difficult, exhausting year but faith got me through it. I was…
My Favourite Podcasts: Oct- Nov 2018
Did anyone see November flash by? This was another busy, intense month. Things are winding down slightly on my show but at the same time I have really enjoyed the themes set out by our programme managers. Here are some notable podcasts. Can entrepreneurship be the answer to unemployment? We…