A Alice Zejglic
| May 9 2023

Pick the right herbs for the right dish

When it comes to cooking, many of us worry about how many herbs we should be adding to our recipes, and which herbs go with a particular meal.

C Correspondent
| May 2 2023

50% of South Africans with Hypertension are Undiagnosed

Don’t be a Statistic. Get a FREE Blood Pressure Check in May. It could Save your Life!

A Alice Zejglic
| May 2 2023

Start Your Own Herb Garden Today

Growing herbs is an excellent way to utilize your garden harvest in creating fresh and nutritious meals. Herbs are easy to grow, whether fresh or dried, and are essential for enhancing the taste of your culinary creations.

A Alice Zejglic
| April 3 2023

Secret kitchen ingredients that can help your garden grow like crazy

Who would have guessed that items in your kitchen could get your garden flourishing? The team at Granny Mouse Country House & Spa have a few tips that will astound and amaze you, with items that you use and consume daily helping you reap the rewards for you and your garden.

A Angela Di Giovampaolo
| March 20 2023

How long can your business go without grid power?

How long can your business operate without Eskom grid electricity? Two hours? Two days? Two weeks? More importantly, how long should it be able to operate without electricity? This is one of the most important questions businesses in South Africa should be asking right now, advises Jason Griessel, head of Cushman & Wakefield | BROLL Strategic Risk Services.

C Correspondent
| March 16 2023

#breakingstigma: It’s Okay To Not Be Okay

South Africans are pushed to their mental health limits near daily and Janssen South Africa highlights that it’s okay to not be okay.

M Megan Nugent
| May 12 2021

Grace Stevens – Basics to Ask Your Wedding Cake Baker

Your wedding day presents a once in a lifetime opportunity to create an almost ethereally happy experience. One that will be captured in all its splendour by the expert eye of a fantastic photographer and imprinted in the memories of friends and family for eternity. The jewel in this celebratory crown is, of course, the momentous wedding cake, glistening with a sparkle only rivalled by the happiness in the lucky couple’s eyes.

D Desirée Gullan
| February 4 2021

What To Expect From Digital In 2021

Many marketing professionals were unprepared for the digital revolution that came with the 2020 global lockdown and the urgent need for businesses and organisations to pivot to digital.

T Tebogo
| February 4 2021

3 Ways To Generate Extra Income

The experts at CM Trading Partners suggest that, even though times are tough, making extra income is easier than you might think.

M Msawakhe Mayisela
| December 9 2020

Rediscover Durban Safely This Season

Durban believes local and domestic citizens have the power to reignite the tourism sector but must do so safely and responsibly, starting this festive season.

A Anele Motha
| October 13 2020

40% of South Africans "anxious” in a mask

Research shows that 40% of South Africans find wearing a face-mask makes them anxious and 61% said it makes communication very difficult. We created a series of viral videos to address this. Wearing a face mask is one of the few weapons we have against the spread of COVID. Yet some people are not wearing masks as much as they should or not at all.

M Monique Holtzhausen
| October 13 2020

SA's plastic recycling figures released

Plastics SA, the umbrella body representing the entire South African plastics industry, has just released the plastics recycling figures for the year ending December 2019. According to Anton Hanekom, Plastics|SA’s Executive Director, a detailed survey into the state of the country’s plastics recycling industry is conducted annually by Annabé Pretorius of Plastix 911 - an independent consultant who has an unsurpassable knowledge of the industry and has formed a wide network of recyclers with whom she conducts one-on-one interviews.

L Lisa Spruyt
| October 7 2020

Race Across South Africa: The journey into one’s soul sets off

This year’s Race Across South Africa (RASA), which falls under the Freedom Challenge banner, officially started in Pietermaritzburg on Wednesday 7 October 2020.

S Steven J Brown
| October 6 2020

Nothing like a “Cuppa Joes at Granny’s”

Not sure about you but, here at Granny Mouse Country House and Spa, we all love our cuppa Joes to kick start the glorious mornings in the heart of in the Midlands.

A Annie Hodes
| October 5 2020

Must-know Tips To Prevent Car Battery Failure

When a motorist purchases a car, they usually don't give much thought to the battery that will power their vehicle and drive them to work, university, the shops, visit loved ones and make new memories. Battery manufacturers do.

A Annie Hodes
| September 29 2020

Caring for someone living with schizophrenia

People living with schizophrenia deserve to live a happy, fulfilled life. To do so, they often need assistance from caregivers.

C Contributor
| September 15 2020

Light up your braai

Braaing is the South African way of gathering together with good friends and good food to celebrate the good life. The key to hosting the perfect braai is working together – with togetherness being one of the many aspects that make our country so unique.

S Steven J Brown
| July 7 2020

Cracked Heels - Prevention & Home Remedies

For many people, cracked heels are a common foot problem all year round. They’re not only rough, but also can be uncomfortable, potentially affecting the way you stand and walk.

C Contributor
| July 3 2020

Why you should avoid jumpstarting a modern car

Like most electronics, a power surge can cause damage to the electronic systems of a modern car. A seemingly well-meaning jumpstart can cause said power surge and impact the effectiveness of onboard computers, safety systems, damage the engine and be the result of expensive repairs.

C Courtney Flury
| June 26 2020

Swimsuit Trends for the Upcoming Summer

It may feel like we’re not going anywhere for awhile, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t brighter days ahead- and who says we can’t wear our swimsuits around the house?

S Steven J Brown
| June 22 2020

Your at-home video call conference

Most businesses have mandated that their employees work from home of late.

S Samantha
| June 16 2020

Celebrating Youth Day with Engen’s Simone Leeuw

Simone Leeuw, who matriculated from Fairvale Secondary School and grew up in Wentworth, South Durban, an area known for its many socio-economic challenges is an inspiration to many in her community. “My personal philosophy is happiness and success are your choice,” says Simone.

S Steven J Brown
| June 15 2020

Mountain Biking in the Midlands

Once restrictions have eased many visitors to Granny Mouse Country House and Spa might be content to chill and even read a book in the quiet country surrounds, many also like to get up close and personal with the beautiful countryside.

T Teresa Settas
| June 12 2020

Top tips for online safety for your kids

Lately, home schooling has become the norm, much to the distress of many parents, children and teachers struggling to manage a new and unfamiliar remote teaching experience. If you are lucky enough to have internet access at home, especially fibre internet connectivity with its stability and great bandwidth, the online learning experience becomes a lot easier and there is a plethora of excellent content to make your child’s education experience interactive, exciting and manageable.