WINE NOT
After what can only be described as a booze-soaked festive season (turning down a glass of bubbly during December is not part of my skill set), I’ve been on the lookout for something alcohol-free that doesn’t taste (a) sickly sweet or (b) like all the ice in your drink has melted. Easier said than done. The new alcohol-free Duchess Berry Rose Spritzer is a real find: crisp and refreshing, with a bit of a tang and a fruitiness that’s not overpowering. Delish. I’m planning to try the elderflower version too. You can buy Duchess wine spritzers in bulk from Yuppiechef or Takealot (about R199 for 12), and I’ve seen four-packs at Poetry. – Nina
Firepower
Our fireplace just got a whole lot prettier with my most recent purchase: Natural Fire Starters from Lifestyle