G spots [ Al fresco dining] Durban Cape Town
’Tis the season for eating outdoors.
2 Lighthouse Rd, Umhlanga; 031 514 5000
Overlooking the Indian Ocean, this casualchic poolside venue is a beautiful way to spend a summer afternoon. We loved the crumbed calamari with peanut and chilli pesto (R140) starter, while the crayfish and monkfish au gratin (R490) and traditional curry buffet (R320) are fantastic mains.
1 Seaforth Ave, Umhlali; 032 815 0516
Take in the stunning view of the litchi orchard from this eatery’s refurbished shed as you delight in live music. Start with the bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers (R58) and the seared tuna with mango salsa (R154) or a prosciutto, caramelised onion and Gorgonzola (R105) pizza for mains.
Killarney; 011 268 6144
Expect garden dining in a grand, modern setting at Killarney Country Club’s La Vie en Rose. Have high tea with the ladies (R265 p/p) or lunch – we recommend the sesame seed seared-beef stir-fry (R108) or the Lasting Impression burger (R113).
Naude Dr, Muldersdrift; 087 941 1223
Opening out onto a scenic garden, Casalinga’s outdoor seating is ideal for sun-soaked days enjoying authentic Italian cuisine. Go for the pan-fried pork wrapped in Parma ham (R135) or the gnocchi served in a sauce of your choice (R95).
121 Beach Rd, Mouille Point; 021 433 1757
What better way to indulge in sensational sushi than with the sea breeze on your face and the crash of the ocean in your ears? You’ll get all of this at the laidback Sotano, located just across the road from the Atlantic Ocean. Relax on café chairs on the sidewalk as you sample tempura prawn California rolls (R90 for eight), Asian soya salmon (R85) or seared tuna fashion sandwiches (R78 for six).
Cece Mcdonald
Transgender activist Cece was violently attacked in 2012 for being trans, fought back, then was put in prison for 19 months. She turned that injustice into advocacy for the transgender community. Watch her on Youtube – she has such poise and comedic timing.
audre lorde
Poet and activist Audre fought for equality from the 1960s until her death, in 1992. Her inspiring quotes have the power to pull me up out of bed.
rheanne White
Hairstylist She’s a close friend and an amazing mother, and treats hair as it should be treated: as self-expression and fun.
Sheryl Sandberg
CEO of Facebook In her book Lean In (Ebury Publishing; R230), Sheryl gave women a constructive guide for pushing feminism into the workspace. She also has the glossiest hair ever. She’s like the Connie Britton of the technology world.
Jenni Konner
Girls co-executive Jenni and I started a production company, A Casual Romance, founded on our belief that there aren’t enough projects re-examining gender in interesting ways. It seems like she has been my best friend since playschool. If she doesn’t SMS me for an hour, I think she’s dead.
Shirley Kurata
Stylist It took me a long time to find the people in Hollywood who understand me. Shirley and I share a sense that clothes are more than about looking sexy: they’re about humour and cultural commentary, and colour, colour, colour.
Megan ellison
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ashley Ford
Writer Ashley and I fell in love via social media, and then she flew from Indiana to New York to meet me. We were both convinced that we were being catfished. Now Ashley writes for Buzzfeed, and everyone can read her pieces about gender, race and singer Kenny Loggins.
Shonda rhimes
Producer of Grey’s Anatomy, The Fixer and How to Get Away with Murder Shonda has taken over a full freaking day of the week with her addictive programming. She’s done it unapologetically. And The Fixer has made wine and popcorn seem like a viable, even healthy, meal.
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