Christmas in 2021 is a time when friends and family come together to celebrate and connect over sumptuous meals and festive drinks. After a long year of hard work , endless waves and the Covid rampage…it’s a time to relax, restore, heal and reflect, enjoying the company of those we love. That said, having the…
Forget Janu-worry focus on being financially responsible all year round
By Sydney Sekese, CFP® professional and member of the Financial Planning Institute As I compile this article, most South Africans are back to work and most schools are opened. It is now time to forget Janu-worry and say hello to Janu-merry. Last year was a challenging year indeed and it felt as if Santa Claus…
Progesterone – What it truly is.
By Dr Elenia Kolokotronis Progesterone is a hormone belonging to a group of steroid hormones called the progestogens. A steroid hormone is a steroid that can be grouped into two categories namely corticosteroids and sex steroids. As these terms are already pointing you in the direction of what progesterone is vital for in the human…
Living within your means is an antidote for inflation
By Sydney Sekese, CFP® professional and member of the Financial Planning Institute The local and global economies reacted swiftly when the pandemic hit the respective shores in 2020. The synchronised medicine (easy policies) that was applied resulted in sufficient liquidity. This stabilised the respective economies and the world did not collapse. The medicine appears to…
Choosing a jewel in the crown among financial planners
By Sydney Sekese, CFP® professional and member of the Financial Planning Institute This is not a political journal. The recently concluded Local Government Elections inspired me to think about the various qualities to be considered when choosing a financial planner, or advisor. With so many such individuals in the industry, how do you choose that…
Woolworths leading the pack in luxury liquor store.
Lishe had an opportunity to speak to Woolworths spokesperson: Rebecca Constable, Woolworths Specialist Wine Buyer. Exclusive Lishe Interview: Tell a bit about the W Cellar, its creation and how it sets itself apart from what other retailers have to offer? WCellar is the umbrella under which all our customers’ alcoholic beverage needs are housed, whether…
Central – renewed and reopened.
Lishe had the pleasure of experiencing the new Central, with a new menu and captivating dishes. We were welcomed with a fresh French Mimosa – with a hint gin, a splash of elderflower & lemon juice finished with Martini Prosecco, for those who enjoy a refreshment with a bit of sparkle – Central will be…
Elenia’s K Nutritions, nature’s most beautiful gifts
By Elenia Kolokotronis, Clinical Nutritionist. Nature sits at the heart of everything we do at Elenia K Nutritions and informs all decision taken;In life, our profession, our purpose and our company as a whole. Our slogan is “The brand that has a purpose” and we chose this due to our research, findings and decision that…
A beautiful late lunch inspired by the garden.
By Nutritionist , Elenia Kolokotronis A favourite she’s have been making for years with carrot ribbons and red chilli from her lock-down garden. The massive nutritional value of carrot stalks and leaves; you will never throw away. Ingredients to throw together: black pepper tuna chunks, preserved lemon chunks, mixed organic greens, carrot leaf and carrot…
Can you identify your financial nemesis?
By Sydney Sekese, CFP® professional and member of the Financial Planning Institute There are several definitions to describe nemesis. The word describes a rival who just somehow seems able to get the best of you. It can be someone you compete against, someone whose skills are nearly identical to yours and yet, your nemesis always seems…