YOU (South Africa)

Stocking-fillers for all

Your friends and family will find hours of pleasure in these great prezzies

- BY KIM ABRAHAMS Chicken tikka, herbed chicken pies, chicken with olive stuffing – there are so many delicious dishes to try out in this recipe mag. And for those days where slaving away over a hot stove is just not an option, there’s a selection of quick

STUMPED about what to get friends and family for Christmas this year? Tired of wrapping the same old bath salts, body butters, perfume and toys? Well, fret not – here’s a range of products on the shelves this year to help you be a little more creative when it comes to stocking stuffing.

Perhaps there’s a bride-to-be in the family who wants to look her svelte best on her big day – or your mom-in-law is always on the lookout for new dishes to whip up in the kitchen, and your nephew is forever asking how things work.

This guide should help you find something for every person on your gift list. Problem solved!

FOOD FOR THE SOUL THE ILLUSTRATE­D BIBLE

This modern take on the Bible is a keepsake to treasure – a gorgeous soft-cover book with beautiful illustrati­ons on luxurious glossy paper.

It depicts all the stories, parables and teachings of the New Testament in captivatin­g imagery, encased in a beautifull­y laid-out book for the whole family. A first of its kind in South Africa. PRICE: R149

SCHOOLWORK WINNER YOU HOMEWORK DONE

This informativ­e magazine is designed to help kids in primary school with their homework, assignment­s and projects and is laid out in an attractive, kid-friendly way to make homework fun. Topics are based on the school syllabus and range from the origin of food and history of transport to continents and birds. PRICE: R44

KITCHEN CLASSICS DRUM FOOD: CHICKEN

THE MANE ATTRACTION DRUM HAIR

Whether you’re in search of the latest Afrocentri­c hairstyle, looking for a quick fix for a bad hair day or battling with hair loss and anxious to know what your options are, this magazine has it covered – and then some.

There are hair trends for everyone, advice on a range of topics that affect women every day and a section on which styles are safe to try on little ones. PRICE: R49

BRIDES BE BEAUTIFUL WOMEN’S HEALTH SHEDDING FOR THE WEDDING

It’s considered the ultimate online shape-up plan for brides-to-be. Shedding for the Wedding features a 12-week kilojoule-controlled eating plan, with recipes that are affordable and easy to prepare. The perfect present for someone with a wedding in the works. PRICE: R499

KIDS’ QUESTIONS ANSWERED YOU DID YOU KNOW?

Ever found yourself scratching your head at the things curious little people ask? This book takes the “I don’t know” out of just about everything – from what’s found in a camel’s hump to how snow is formed. Great for satisfying enquiring minds while keeping adults sane! PRICE: R57

SHAPE UP TRUE LOVE BODY

This is a great guide for all things weight loss, fitness and wellness and it comes with an easy-to-follow two-week meal and fitness plan too.

It also keeps you up to date on the latest fitness gadgets and provides head-to-toe beauty tips, as well as advice on how to stay fashionabl­e at the gym. Because who says you can’t sweat up a storm in style? PRICE: R39

FOR ROAD TRIPS WITH KIDS GO! ANIMAL PUZZLES

Mom, I’m booooooore­d! Avoid hearing this refrain over the holidays with outdoor and leisure magazine Go’s series of 10 beautifull­y illustrate­d magnetic puzzles for kids.

Each board depicts a region in Southern Africa and teaches your kids fun facts about the indigenous wildlife found there with region-specific animal magnets. So learning feels like playing. PRICE: R50 per puzzle

STILL GOT IT HOT

Created for the woman over 40, Hot is the ultimate grown-up’s guide to midlife, covering issues such as menopause and ageing gracefully.

It’s spiced with humour and doesn’t take itself too seriously – because getting older isn’t really that bad, right? PRICE: R60,50

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