An artist’s studio in Cape Town’s creative hub of Woodstock is also home to Maia du Plessis’s cooking studio, where she dreams up Mediterranean-inspired dishes in a space infused with local artworks. 'I don’t call myself a chef because I don’t have any formal training,’ says Maia du Plessis, who offers supper club and winetasting …
Think big and introduce dramatic floral elements that will elevate special gatherings around the table to an extraordinary feast for the eyes and senses. Wild and expressive, the new flower arrangements draw inspiration from 17th century Dutch botanical paintings, the gothic intrigue of Victoriana and the old-fashioned romance of overgrown secret gardens. In combination with …
Although my visit was brief — only three days — and my recollections are somewhat fragmented, due to the series of incredible events that took place in such a short time, I shall forever cherish my time and the people I met in Paris and the Cognac region of France on our Berluti, Krug and …
Glitz and glam and everything nice. These pieces will leave you breathless. 1. Rubies are red and diamonds are true in these 18K yellow gold earrings 2. Find elegance in simplicity with this brilliant tennis necklace 3. These unique marquee diamond ear climbers add necessary dazzle to the most mundane ensembles 4. Spoil your wrist …
This season has a darker side, and it’s as fun to play with as freshly fallen snow. Befriend the trend of dark, bold hues and dramatic details — and in a ballroom full of crisp winter whites, be a streak of wild orange, a flash of shimmery magenta or star-splattered purple. Photographer: Bela Raba / …
When an Australian couple stumbled upon an abandoned 18th century château in the Pyrenees mountain range in France, they never suspected it would become the lovechild of their family — and an item of fascination for the rest of the world. Just days before receiving an award from the Institute of Paris for the restoration …
On Oct. 4, French champagne brand Veuve Clicquot presented its Business Woman Award and New Generation Award to a collection of some of the world’s best and brightest femmes. Canuck pride was high at this year’s event, as both recipients of the Business Woman Award hailed from British Columbia. The celebration took place in Toronto, …
Perseverance has always been a guiding principle in the life of Manny Khoshbin. The real estate mogul from California invites Dolce Magazine to his home to talk about the cars he loves and the family he cherishes, and how taking risks got him to where he is today. Behind all remarkable success stories stands a …
From mine to boutique, a piece of jewelry passes through many hands. Meet the artisans and curators who usher a gem to its final destination, ultimately making Toronto a more sparkling place. 1. Linda Penwarden Penwarden Fine Jewellery The story of how Linda Penwarden fell in love with jewelry design is something of a meet-cute. …
Who said sparkles are strictly for New Year’s kisses? This autumn, the bubbly trend is taking over our closets, and we couldn’t be happier. Take the glitzy dare and get ready to catch the light. Photographer: Bela Raba / www.belaraba.com Stylist: Stephan Kallaus / www.stephankallaus.com Hair & Make-up: Sheila Serrano / www.sheilaserrano.com Model: Masha / …
