Meat Meat is pricey at the best of times, even more so during the festive period. Buy and freeze “the bird” or leg of lamb a month or two in advance, well before the Christmas price hike, and you’ll be glad you did. Eat for less – if turkey rolls or chicken pieces will do,…
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Instead of spending hundreds of rands on Christmas presents for friends and colleagues, give them festive treats in pretty packaging. With ideas so delicious and budget-friendly, we won’t blame you for dipping into the cookie jar yourself. Scoop them up with your RCS card at retailers such as Pick n Pay, Spar and Checkers, and…
Do you want to dress your best while fashion shopping on a budget? No problem. All it takes is a bit of planning and insider tips: Have a clothing budget and shopping list. Shopping aimlessly usually means you spend more than necessary. Invest in classics. Spend more on wardrobe staples such as a crisp white…
From the flowers to the food, the photographer to the venue, planning a wedding can be overwhelming. With so many things to consider, you may find yourself saying “yes” to stuff you don’t want, need or even know existed. Everything starts with a budget. Ease the cost by applying for an RCS loan to ensure…
What are you doing when you’re not cooking up a storm? Spending time with my two kids, aged four and eight months. If there’s more time I like to play a bit of golf. Is there a particular dish or food you struggle to cook to perfection? Not really, but any intricate dessert, especially when…
What are your favourite fashion and beauty buys? I love jewellery, shoes, handbags, eye shadow and lipsticks — one can never have enough of these. How do you indulge in “me-time”? I love getting the full beauty salon treatment from head to toe, including a body massage. If it’s at a five-star hotel, all the…