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Welcome to Purely Local Jozi North!
Welcome to Purely Local Jozi North! We love to use this platform to celebrate local people, brands and businesses with heart, and aim to shine a light on community heroes and inspirational locals who do amazing things within Johannesburg. Join us as we explore our dynamic city to find the places and stories that make us all proud to call Jozi home. Our content is distributed with Sunday Times as a print supplement once a month, and our website keeps you up to date with all the community news worth celebrating and cool things to do, whether you’re looking for vibey and fun events or stuff to do as a family.
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Clearwater Mall marks 21 years with a bold celebration of Indian culture
Indulge in a glorious sensory mash-up of sights, sounds and spices at Clearwater Mall’s Made in India Market.
Fivefold Indulgence at Lacuna Bistro in Sandton – Last Friday of the month
The Maslow in Sandton is launching a new fine-dining offering at Lacuna Bistro – it’s for couples to enjoy an opulent five-course culinary journey.
Full-sensory connection at new Things We Love music series
The organisers of Things We Love aim to bring in a new era of live performance. Conceptualised by...
Fashion-Meets-Music
WORDS: Supplied by Proudly SA + Flow Communications The Local Fashion Police called for budding...
Tap into your Creativity
If you’ve always had a flair for art and a knack for design, why not study graphic design or...
Everything you need to know… about Tequila!
Words: Keegan Smith AKA The BarsmithTequila, the mere mention of the word conjures blurry images...
The Ultimate Festive Season Bucket List
The holidays are here, so we’ve compiled our pick of Joburg’s must-do things this summer season,...
A NOSTALGIC VOYAGE
At The LivingRoom at Summerhill Guest Estate. Up until recently, I had never experienced...
Jozi through the eyes of… a Sommelier
Ever wanted to know where the wine fundis of Joburg hang out? Katlego Mathobela, the sommelier of...
BACK TO THE WILD
The Qwabi Private Game Reserve – set to open in December – will offer a luxury bushveld experience...
Stylish Staycations
Are you hosting friends and family this summer? Want to create an incredible experience, without...
Aloe There!
Water restrictions or not, in our dry climate a succulent garden is always a win. The team behind...
Get to know your city
Soweto is a vibrant town that’s rich in culture, the setting for many of the most pivotal moments...
High on Life
Sundowner season is here! Grab a cocktail and catch the sunset at these beautiful rooftop venues...
A taste of the Mediterranean
Laid-back dining is the order of the day at the stylish new Ukkō restaurant in Bryanston.Serving...
CHIN CHIN!
There’s nothing better than a gin and tonic, so why not support local and add a splash or two of...
How to support your matric child through exams
While the matric exams are a tough time for Grade 12s, it’s also hard for their parents, who want...
Purpose myths in business
WORDS: Juanita VorsterMuch has been published on living a purpose-driven life, and many business...
Down to the core
In a world of wellness fads, diets and hacks, Pilates has remained consistently popular for many...
THROUGH THE LENS
Sibusiso Bheka, an Of Soul and Joy alumnus and project assistant, was chosen for a residency at...
A FASHION ICON TEACHES THE NEXT GENERATION
Sonwabile Ndamase, the fashion designer who created global waves with his Madiba shirts, has...
My Joburg – with Thabo Modise
Better known as Thabo the Tourist, Thabo Modise is an award-winning entrepreneur, accredited...
A New Take On Classic
Modern Greek eatery GRK has opened its doors in Sandton, offering an exciting modern twist on a...
Welcome to Purely Local Jozi North!
Welcome to Purely Local Jozi North! We love to use this platform to celebrate local people, brands and businesses with heart, and aim to shine a light on community heroes and inspirational locals who do amazing things within Johannesburg. Join us as we explore our dynamic city to find the places and stories that make us all proud to call Jozi home. Our content is distributed with Sunday Times as a print supplement once a month, and our website keeps you up to date with all the community news worth celebrating and cool things to do, whether you’re looking for vibey and fun events or stuff to do as a family.
Home décor, design trends at Decorex Joburg
View all the latest Home décor and design trends at Decorex Joburg, which facilitates one-on-one connections with industry experts.
Comedy, jazz, choral acts at Carnival City
From the Heavyweights Comedy Night, Rising Sun Choir and Paebo Bryson tour, there’s loads to enjoy at Carnival City this August.
Afrikaans acts at Sun Treffers
The Sun City Superbowl will host the Sun Treffers show featuring popular Afrikaans acts like Chris Steyn and Kurt Darren.
Durbanville Hills Wine partners with MasterChef South Africa
Brand manager, Robyn Bradshaw, says MasterChef South Africa is the perfect collaboration for Durbanville Hills Wine estate.
Diageo hunts for a star bartender to fly the SA flag
Nine bartenders from around South Africa are shaking and stirring their creativity to invent cocktails worthy of a ticket to Shanghai and the finals of this year’s Diageo World Class competition.
2024 Legends and Legacy Ball Africa Awards
Highlight acts on the 2024 Legends and Legacy Ball Africa Awards bill include Koffi Olomide, Camidoh, Princess MacDonald, and DJ Zinhle.
Effortless business travel – Discover Pretoria East
Apogee Boutique Hotel and Spa offers a seamless blend of luxury and convenience – which is well-suited to the needs of business travelers.
Engelbert Humperdinck appears on Last Waltz Farewell Tour
Engelbert Humperdinck features on his Last Waltz Farewell Tour at SunBet Arena in Pretoria and at the Grand Arena in Cape Town.
MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience tournament
Hyprop partners with MTN to host the MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience – South Africa’s largest national gaming tournament.
Engelbert Humperdinck appears on ‘Last Waltz Farewell Tour’
Fans of legendary crooner Engelbert Humperdinck will be able to see the star live whilst on his ‘The Last Waltz Farewell Tour 2024’ in South Africa.