NAASHON ZALK
is a writer, photographer
and film producer based in
Cape Town. See his guide
to Auckland, New Zealand,
on page 120.
Tips for creating an inviting
outdoor space? It’s all about
proximity to nature so don’t
cut the foliage back too much.
Then comfortable seating, shade
cover and wind protection are
important. What’s the best way
to spend a day outdoors? Living in Cape Town there are so
many options: cycling up Table Mountain, spending time with
friends and family in the park, a late afternoon drink at La Perla
or time on the beach. What do you love most about what you
do? Although I love photography my great passion is making
films, especially documentaries. There are so many stories to
tell and I love telling them visually.KARIEN SLABBERT
is a Joburg based freelance
writer and stylist. She’s got
a few tips for living outdoors
in style on page 129.
Tips for creating an inviting
outdoor space? Add some
accessories – a plush rug,
side tables and a super comfy
ottoman or two. What’s the
best way to spend a day
outdoors? My daughter and
I love going for long walks
in the nature reserve close to our home. I’m also a sucker for
open-air markets. There’s nothing better than tasting your way
through all the food stalls. What do you love most about what
you do? My two great loves in life are decor and writing. The
fact that I can merge the two is a blessing.BERTUS BASSON
is patron chef at Overture and
Spice Route. He created three
dishes featuring cardamom
for us – find them on page 104.
What do you love most about
what you do? I enjoy dealing
with people. At the moment
I particularly like training and
mentoring staff as my business
grows. Glass, concrete, wood or
brick walls? And why? Glass. It’s
honest. Always be transparent- and never throw rocks when you live in a glass house. How
do you adorn your walls? I love art. Richard Scott and Marie
Stander are firm favourites. Designer items you covet most?
Everything by Pedersen + Lennard. What are you reading at
the moment? I am currently reading Louis Leipoldt and I love
anything by JM Coetzee. Marsala – Pantone’s colour of the
year: yeah or nah? No. I’m more of a neutral colour kind of guy
and I wear a lot of black. PHOTOGRAPHS: MICHAEL LE GRANGE, SUPPLIED
14 HL OCTOBER 2015 HOUSEANDLEISURE.CO.ZACONTRIBUTORS
1015_HL_000_Contributors_Oct_RFO.indd 14 2015/09/03 11:05 AM