Browsing: Lifestyle

Local star Butch James has announced his retirement from international rugby after an exciting career with the Springboks

Indulge in a glamour bunny chow and bubbly at the Oyster Box

Hillcrest Private Hospital welcomed its 100th baby recently. Parents Peter and Twanita Bradford were thrilled with their new arrival!

See The Parlotones live in concert on 15 April, supported by the mesmerising Gangs of Ballet

Easter is here and millions of people are hitting the roads for the long weekend. ER24 offers advice to keep you safe this holiday

12-year-old Tom Schaar has beaten professional skaters to the coveted 1080 degree turn! Watch him in action here

SA’s beloved duo Joanne Lefson and her pal Oscar the dog join forces to promote dog adoption. Joanne explains why you should go this route.

Photographer Dylan Laubscher will travel the US in a yellow school bus to raise money for Bobbi Bear and Team Joseph. Story Tamlyn Head

Looking for something to do this weekend? Enjoy a day of healthy family fun at Zigzag Family Fair in Shongweni

The local girls’ team has advanced to the finals of the SPAR KZN Shield, seeing off stiff competition

Fine artist Andrew McGibbon uses his natural talents to give commercial photography a fascinating twist. Story by Samora Chapman

A woman is in a critical condition after a serious accident on Old Main Road near the Comrades Remembrance Wall in Bothas Hill

Feeling tired? This World Sleep Day, find out more about what’s keeping you awake at night

Held on the last Saturday of every month, The Food Market is a proud celebration of the best of KZN produce.

The creative genius behind proudly Durban-based Makulu Event Producers, Evan Roberts, tells of a rising star in the company, Ayanda Shabangu.

Livingston’s Gastro Pub in Durban North is going big this St Patrick’s Day with rugby on the big screen and various Irish-related activities on Saturday, March 17.

Celebrate the best of SA’s bubbly with a festival set at the gorgeous Makaranga Garden Lodge. And stand a chance to win 5 sets of tickets!

Ridge editor Garth Johnstone travelled to the 5-star Umzolozolo Private Safari Lodge in the Nambiti reserve near Ladysmith.

A collection of pictures from business and social events on the Ridge.

Any folk with connections to the Emerald Isle out there? The Barnyard Theatre at Gateway, Umhlanga, is going huge this St Patrick’s Day with legendary Irish band, the Blarney Brothers on Sunday, March 18.

Routine, routine, routine … it can be a good thing, adding stability to your life … but be careful you don’t become too boring!

A simple text will help The Salvation Army’s efforts to assist those worst affected by tropical storm Irina

The Salvation Army appeals to the public to provide assistance to those who have lost homes and possessions in the wake of tropical storm Irina.

Cate Clarke, from Hillcrest, discovered a sophisticated new look after a consultation with Image Insured

Stand a chance to win 2 tickets to see Prime Circle in concert at the Durban Botanical Gardens!

Video: This YouTube clip shows an extreme downhill cyclist in action … whatever you do, do not try this at home!

The Old Mutual Music at The Lake series presents SAMA-award winning rock band Prime Circle at Durban Botanic Gardens on March 25, 2012.

Get ready for the power, speed and adrenaline of the Total Rally 2012!

Cyclone Irina battered the KwaZulu-Natal coastline this weekend leaving people dead and hundreds homeless as huge waves and storm surges threatened the coastal areas.

A luscious mix of fruit and cream with the zing of ginger, this is a pudding for all occasions

Kloof has its own pop-up shop, featuring all South African fashion label RuthAnne, with its range of gorgeous pieces, perfect for layering

The provincial touch rugby team is heading to the Inter Provincial Championships later this month, and at this stage the players have to cover all their own costs. Any support for the team would be greatly appreciated.

Melanie Veness writes about the strains of doing business in the current economic climate … and how adhering to your business’s fundamentals is now more important than ever.

300 sailors rode the wind in this super event at Midmar Dam, challenging all who took part and offering plenty of thrills!

Spurred on by rumours about the health of the Sharks’ super-popular prop forward Tendai “Beast” Mtawarira, The Sharks have issued a statement saying all is well and Beast is “fine”.

Full of fresh flavours in every mouthful, here’s a light meal that’s no stress… minimal cooking… and great for vegetarians too

Here’s a light meal that’s the perfect complement to hot balmy days on the north coast. No stress…minimal cooking…and great for vegetarians too.

We sure do love YouTube epic fail videos. Here’s another juicy selection of the worst wipe-outs of recent times.

We look back at the brutal murder of Joy Aken in 1955. It’s a story worthy of a Hollywood movie, but happened right here in Pinetown

Rob Roy Lifestyle Village is shaking up retirement living, with so many great reasons to move! The new Donald Glas Wing now selling off plan

Over the past decade, complaints about gluten intolerance (GI) and coeliac disease (CD) have become commonplace. Cate Clarke investigates this growing health issue.

Highway JKA is offering Crest readers the chance to win 3 months worth of Kick Fit or Karate classes, great for getting fit and staying strong

Petrolheads, start your engines! The greatest roadshow (in the world) is heading to our sunny shores with all the adrenaline pumping fun you can handle

The Top Gear Festival Durban edition was launched to fans, stakeholders and the media at Moses Mabhida Stadium yesterday.

A truck and 18 cars have been involved in a collision on the N3, Durban-bound

Celebrate this fantastic event with a party that’s as epic as the paddlers making their way down to Durban

This canoe ultra-marathon is under attack by local celebs, sticking their oar in to make a difference in the community

Evan Kaplan’s tale of growing up in a family-run hotel in the Karoo could be the best book you’ll read all year.

Do you prefer red roses and chocolate or are you the type to ignore Valentine’s Day completely? One woman shares her take on the tradition

Make this Valentine’s Day extra special with a Vespa to whisk your date away on!

ECR DJ Abi Ray brought about positive change at the Open Door Crisis Centre in Pinetown, helping them help others

The Old Mutual Music at the Lake Valentine’s Day Concert features Arno Carstens and Louise Carver. February 14 at the Durban Botanic Gardens.

Meet Durban North’s Garth Lezard, a man who is undertaking an epic global cycling challenge, having cycled the world’s continents, with just Oceania to go . . . and all for a good cause.

Garth Johnstone reviews the latest rugby book to tell the life story of a Springbok star … Victor – My Journey.

This V-day, why not treat your loved one to a Valentine’s indulgence at one of the finest seafood restaurants in Durban, Sibaya’s Aqua Seafood Restaurant.

The Ridge featured an article on Durban North adventure cyclist Garth Lezard. Here’s a YouTube clip that further tells his story.

Politics, wild weather and South Africans overseas… your quick round-up of the weekend’s news

An accident on the N3 near the Pavilion caused chaos during rush hour on Wednesday

The first Wonder Market of 2012 takes place at the Chris Saunders Park opposite Gateway on Sunday, February 5.

Pietermaritzburg has claimed a place on the world cycling stage with its selection to host the 2013 MTB World Championships

When the summer sun is shining Durban becomes a playground. Garth Johnstone picks 10 of the coolest things to do in Durban.

Nzuzo Mnikathi is back in SA after an epic journey to the South Pole for The Unlimited Child – surviving frostbite and temperatures as low as -50!

Could this be the worst fake injury – EVER? Watch and let us know what you think

Young Durban North bike riding talent Mathew Scholtz will make a huge step up to a full-time seat in the World Supersport Championship in 2012 in the front running PTR Honda team.

Elements of nature, bargain hunting, refurbished furniture and overstated textures: these are just some of the trends forecast to make their mark in 2012.

Experience true luxury and the chance to indulge your courageous side at this stunning reserve, which has had a reawakening

Learn from the experts on healthy pregnancy, alternative birth, baby massage and so much more at Hillcrest Private Hospital’s free workshop

Have you noticed anything different today? Experts suggest that communication systems could be affected by a massive solar flare and warn against direct exposure to the sun

Featured in the latest issue of Runner’s World (South Africa) magazine, the Fish Eagle trail – a circular route following the Umgeni River – is a fun route through urban Durban for runners and walkers.

Don’t miss out on Decorex Durban, to be held at the Durban Exhibition Centre from March 21 to March 25, 2012.

Sailing and ships are part of the history of our city, and today there’s a vibrant and active sailing community taking part in leisure and competitive sailing events. See below for more details.

The powerful scent of nostalgia, quirky-yet-cute fashions and all those atrocious hairstyles . . . I’m definitely buying a ticket to Rewind – the 80s Festival.

A new year, a new you? Healthy eating and exercise are key ingredients to a magical 2012. The Ridge picks our winners for the year ahead.

Josh Degenaar has broken a number of international paragliding records and plans to smash a whole lot more!

Indulge your 80s side – big hair, tight jeans, hightop jeans – and see your favourite pop icons live at Kings Park this February

One month on from the North Korean leader’s death, we look at some of his fantastic achievements

Joburg-based pop outfit Watershed delivered a pleasing, mainly acoustic performance for their fans at Krakatoa Nightclub at Sibaya.

The Sharks rugby outfit will swop an oval ball for a cricket ball to take on the Sunfoil Dolphins at their own game, in their own backyard.

Make the most of our beautiful surroundings, get fit and be part of your community at the Shongweni Club’s Pharos Summer Series

Forget about the New Year’s hangover, that mother of all festivals Splashy Fen is looming in April. Click on the link for details.