A mixer of drinks. A weaver of tales. A showman. Alchemy Bar mixologist Richie’s award-winning creative concoctions are, in many ways, indicative of the life he has lived so far… exciting, unusual and always with a little surprise up his sleeve!
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The Art of Being a Gentleman
Determined to celebrate and share what it means to be a gentleman, Nick Gahagan’s Ballito Lifestyle Centre store, The Gentry, is a treasure trove of old-school trinkets and modern, masculine findings that encourage men to relax and appreciate life’s simple pleasures.From indulging in a superior quality cigar, to writing with a classic fountain pen or...
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Father & son
Undoubtedly one of the most respected names in the industry, Gerald Wells has been a leading hair stylist, innovator and businessman for over 30 years. He is also a father of three. Just as ambitious, creative and talented is Gerald’s eldest son, Wesley, who has been working with his dad in his various business ventures...
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FOR THE LOVE OF READING AND HELPING THE homeless
Lifestyle Centre is thrilled to welcome Sbusiso Mnguni, a Denis Hurley Centre Street Lit book vendor, to his new pop-up pre-loved book shop at The Studios. StreetLit is an award-winning innovation of the Denis Hurley Centre, Durban’s leading NGO that helps the homeless by focusing on helping homeless people to become financially self-reliant. The Street...
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SUNDOWNERS ON EAT STREET ARE ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA
On a still, balmy, winter’s evening on the KZN North Coast, Eat Street at Ballito Lifestyle Centre is the perfect place to be for sundowners between 4pm and 6pm daily. The various top-notch restaurants in this al fresco dining avenue have collaborated to offer an array of incredible ‘sundowner specials’, available on weekday and weekend...
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Multitasking moms
With more than 11 years’ experience creating delicious, homemade frozen meals – and a lifetime of cooking family dinners and entertaining at home – We Are Food owners, sisters Jane and Amy, and their lovely mom Didee know a thing or two about serving up wholesome, tasty food. We Are Food at The Market at...
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A family affair
Owning and running a business with your family can bring you closer and be incredibly rewarding. The owners of three popular stores at the Ballito Lifestyle Centre – Cookin Stores, Sweet Peas and Wozza Meat Co – offer us some insight into what it takes to successfully run a family business. Commitment, trust, authenticity and...
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Working hard behind the scenes
Whether it’s attending to electrical faults, safeguarding vehicles or making sure the toilets and floors are clean, the ‘back of house’ team at Ballito Lifestyle Centre are vital to ensuring both tenants and customers have the best possible experience at the centre. This Worker’s Day we are honouring and getting to know some of our...
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Ballito Lifestyle Centre Powers Forward with Solar Energy Initiative
Lifestyle Centre in Ballito has proudly announced a major milestone in its sustainability journey with the installation of a cutting-edge solar energy system. A very fitting announcement for Earth Day, this expansive R 30 million installation underscores the North Coast shopping centre’s commitment to environmental stewardship, energy efficiency, customer experience and community well-being.
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A passion for people
Intentional, driven and fuelled by a desire to help others become the absolute best version of themselves, Ballito Lifestyle Centre Kauai owner and father of four, Don Hill, is a hardworking businessman and a family man to the core. As the owner of nine other Kauai franchises in KZN as well, Don’s approach to work...
