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IOL News
2 hours ago
- Sport
- IOL News
Springbok Women plan to cook up a storm against Black Ferns at home of the Gatsby
Springbok Women's team captain, Babalwa Latsha, fifth from left, and her teammates are hoping for good support in Athlone tomorrow when they take on the Black Ferns. Image: Conray Swail Athlone is the home of Cape Town's famous Gatsby, a takeaway dish loved by many. A Cape Town Gatsby is a no-frills sandwich, a French loaf stuffed with slap chips, meat, salads and sauce — designed for sharing between two or more people. On Saturday, the Springbok Women want to dish up something similar — not only to satisfy the appetite for perfection from the coaching staff, but also for their loyal supporters at Athlone Stadium, when they take on the Black Ferns XV in their second international friendly. The visitors won last weekend's clash 34–26, but Babalwa Latsha, who will again lead the Bok Women out, said too many chefs spoiled the broth for the home side on that occasion. 'This time, we're going to keep it simple and focus on getting the small things right first. We need to be physical, but we also need to be clever and productive when we have possession,' said Latsha, the most-capped prop in Springbok Women's history. Latsha added that there are many reasons why the team wants to leave the stadium on Saturday night content and happy. 'This is indeed our final chance before the World Cup later this month. Up to this point, our coaches have given us all the ingredients to make the perfect dish. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ 'We know our set piece is working well — it showed last weekend — we have good commitment when under pressure, and we play with guts. But something was still amiss. 'We worked hard this week to fine-tune the nuances of our game, and I think we're ready to deliver that final performance that will leave us all prepared for the biggest tournament of our lives.' Latsha predicted that the Bok Women's mindset, combined with the class of their opponents, would lead to another humdinger. 'They are such a skilful team and a joy to watch when you're on the sidelines,' she said. 'I think we proved that we can play a bit as well last weekend — and what a game that was. I suspect we're going to see more of the same again. It will be a match of high intensity, huge physicality, and amazing action. 'This is the perfect way to complete our local season, and how special would it be if we have the same energy and crowds tomorrow. Tickets are only R20, but the value of entertainment will far exceed that — guaranteed.'
Time Out
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Gatsby at the Green Light
This raucous show could be the closest you'll get to spending a whirlwind evening inside an extravagant Baz Luhrmann flick. Taking over The Studio in the belly of the Sydney Opera House, Gatsby at the Green Light is a sauced-up variety show that transports audiences into a pop-up, vintage-inspired night club (complete with a functional bar). Think of this production as a sort of live concept album – featuring a smorgasboard of circus acts, top-shelf burlesque, evocative live singing, and impressive aerial artistry – with the rare art of hair-hanging to boot. Gatsby cherry-picks from the glitz and glamour of one of Jay Gatsby's famous parties, remixes it, and serves it up as an escapist fantasy where the roaring '20s meets the 2020s. In doing so, this show masters the timeless allure of a particular niche of spectacle: watching profusely talented and beautiful people performing seriously difficult tricks and dangling precariously in the air (before elegantly dismounting with a brazen wink). ARIA-nominated singer Odette is a stand out member of the ensemble, the earthy and mystical vocal quality of the siren of the Inner West providing a soulful connective thread to the mixed bag of acts. Odette collaborated with musical director Kim Moyes (best known as one-half of iconic Australian electronic duo The Presets) on an original song for the production – although, it's her covers of hit songs that will continue to play on repeat in your mind (her audacious take on 'Money (That's What I Want)' is worth the price of admission alone). Unlike some other takes on F. Scott Fitzgerald's ever-popular 1925 novel, this fanciful interpretation skims past the more meaningful class commentary in the source material. The tragic story of Gatsby and Daisy's forbidden love is woven in by way of broad gestures and snippets of pre-recorded dialogue, with Spencer Craig taking on the eponymous role of Gatsby in this year's production. If you know the original story, you can fill the gaps – the narrative is thin here, but it is secondary to the atmosphere and the sideshow stunts. That said, this show is surprisingly queer – particularly when it comes to the sapphic humour that commanding burlesque siren Bettie Bombshell brings to the stage. (Her act will have you either questioning or affirming your orientation). With Gatsby, director Craig Ilott confirms his talent for pulling together exciting, variety-filled extravaganzas. After all, he is the same mastermind behind last summer's French-infused theatrical dinner cabaret experience L'Hôtel, disco-spectacular Velvet Rewired, and five-star blockbuster Amadeus. This is a guaranteed evening of escapist fantasy. Gatsby ain't no one-size-fits-all experience, with multiple ticketing options to choose from. To feel truly immersed in the action, go for the VIP Package ($144.90-$184.90) – this gets you stage-side cabaret table seating and a 1920s-style cocktail and canape package* served by the cast (*the quality and tastiness of the canapes on your plate will vary). For a cheaper option with a clearer view of the action (minus snacks), go for regular theatre seating ($59.90-$119.90). Gatsby at The Greenlight is playing at the Sydney Opera House from Saturday, December 13 2025 until Sunday, March 1, 2026. Snap up tickets over here. And here's what's on in Sydney this week.
What's On
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
Restaurant Review: Gatsby Dubai
Step into the roaring twenties Dubai style Glamour, drama, and all that jazz. Gatsby Dubai is rewriting the rules of dinner and a show. Set high above Palm Jumeirah on the rooftop of Nakheel Mall, this electric supper club takes inspiration from the opulence of the 1920s and cranks it up to full-throttle. With dazzling performances, decadent dishes, and a party vibe that doesn't quit, Gatsby is where the night begins…and never really ends. The Spot Perched atop Nakheel Mall on the Palm, Gatsby Dubai isn't just a dinner spot, it's a full-blown spectacle. Inspired by the wild spirit of the Roaring Twenties, it's where velvet, drama, and deep house beats collide. Think dinner party meets fever dream with sequins, spotlights, and seriously good food in the mix. The Vibe From the moment you step in, Gatsby is a full-blown sensory experience, glamorous, high-energy, and completely unfiltered. As you dine, themed live shows light up the room, with dancers shifting from Antonio Vivaldi's Four Seasons to Britney Spears Baby One More Time and Stayin' Alive by the Bee Gees. No two performances are the same, and every one is electric. Like the anthem goes: a little party never killed nobody, and Gatsby Dubai delivers on that promise, night after night. The Food and Drinks It's not just a party, the kitchen takes itself seriously too. The menu walks the line between indulgent and elevated. Start with the beef carpaccio or the creamy burrata, both crowd-pleasers. The roasted baby chicken is tender and flavourful, while the Mediterranean-style seabass is light, fresh, and beautifully plated. Every guest enjoys a full dining experience: starter, main, dessert, and drinks. Cocktails are as dramatic as the venue, punchy, playful, and always photogenic. The Service Sharp, seamless, and perfectly paced. Dishes and drinks are served in between performances so you're never interrupted during a show, just relaxed, present, and ready for every act. It's a well-choreographed experience, where service flows with the rhythm of the night. What to Order • Beef carpaccio • La burrata • Roasted baby chicken • Mediterranean-style seabass • A bold cocktail (or three) trust the bartender's recommendations What's On the Bill Expect a minimum spend of Dhs400 per person for premium central tables with direct stage views. It's a night out designed to be memorable, and worth it if you're here for the full show. The Final Say What's On Verdict: Gatsby is more than a restaurant, it's a high-octane night out wrapped in sequins and sound. Come for the food, stay for the madness. No rules, no curfews, just unforgettable nights on repeat. Location: Gatsby Dubai, West Rooftop, Nakheel Mall, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Times: Thurs to Sun, 9pm to 3am Contact: (04) 554 9418 | @gatsbydubaiofficial Reservations: Recommended Images: Supplied
Daily Maverick
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Maverick
Cooking with culture — a conversation about dishing up SA's diversity with author Kim Bagley
The Gatsby, a traditional Capetonian meal, the kota, a generally Joburg meal, and the bunny chow, a distinctly Durban dish, are 'all made with bread, all different, all unique, but so good', Bagley said. 'That's South Africa right there.' 'The food system is not broken, but is engineered to do something very harmful,' said Kurt Ackermann, CEO of the South Africa Urban Farming Trust and a founder of the Food Indaba. He mentioned foodie culture in Cape Town which celebrates the elite, in a highly unequal country. Kim Bagley, author of the cookbook, Cooking With Kim Bagley, does the opposite, elevating affordable home-style cooking into gourmet meals that reflect South Africa's diversity. She grew up using the Snowflake baking book, and hopes that her hearty meals will similarly become a staple in South African households, and her new book as dog-eared as the baking book she grew up with. Zukiswa Pikoli, managing editor of Maverick Citizen, and Bagley sat down at the Book Lounge in Cape Town on 13 July to talk about her bestseller, family and fusing influences into her food. From koeksisters to TikTok Growing up in Cape Town, her family was food oriented; koeksisters before church on a Sunday, and coming home after Sunday school she'd walk into a house with the Carpenters playing in the background, her parents laughing and cooking together. Bagley started cooking when she was 12. She started doing the food preparation, and later on she had the responsibility of braising meat and frying onions. One day she decided to cook the entire meal by herself. 'My mom was so proud of me – a day that I will never forget, both my mom and dad enjoyed it,' she said. That was also her first mistake, she laughed, because from there on she was in charge of a lot of the cooking. During adulthood Bagley worked in the corporate sphere, raising three daughters with her husband. She felt like she was missing parts of her children's upbringing, so with the support of her husband, she decided to become a stay-at-home mom. Still, despite being more present at home, she felt like something was missing. Bagley tried a range of things, but 'nothing stuck until I was in the kitchen'. Growing up, the koeksisters Bagley ate on the way to church were from a neighbour who lived on the next street, Aunty Fatima. When Bagley started sharing her cooking on her WhatsApp statuses, Aunty Fatima was the one who told her that people need to see what she's doing, and advised her to start a YouTube channel. 'She was my first follower, and then I started TikTok,' said Bagley. At first she put music over the cooking recipes, then Aunty Fatima instructed her to do a voice-over about what she was doing. Suddenly, people were engaging with it. Integrating influences Bagley told the audience that when she moved to Johannesburg she had not been exposed to things like pap and chicken feet, or porridge and stew. But when she tried different foods, she found them amazing. The Gatsby, a traditional Capetonian meal, the kota, a generally Joburg meal, and the bunny chow, a distinctly Durban dish, are 'all made with bread, all different, all unique, but so good', Bagley said. 'If you have the experience to go around and eat all of that food, that's South Africa right there. 'It saddens me that people don't know other cultures and you think your culture is the [only] right way,' Bagley mused on the Cape Town way of making tripe and trotters in one pot. Pikoli asked Bagley how important the combinations of affordable and gourmet food were in her recipe book, which is like a repository of cultural knowledge of South Africa. 'It is important because the cost of food is so expensive, we cannot eat lavishly [with] everything. Things like tinned fish – how do we make this delicious in a biryani?… A beans and potato curry – so affordable but so nutritious and delicious. Simple things. That is what I strive for.' Slow cook to success Asked about how she has learnt from her failures along the way, Bagley said: 'I think timing is very important.' She said she approached a few publishing companies two years ago and was turned down by all of them. However, after getting some advice on how to edit the book and some time sitting with the feeling of failure, she got back on the horse and gave it another shot. 'When you get criticised don't take it as 'I failed', rather learn from that and work towards that goal. I moved forward and I moved on and now my book is at number one,' Bagley said. If she had to choose a favourite meal, it would be anything in one pot, or a slow cooker. '… you don't have to spend hours in the kitchen. I love a slow cooker… There's something so comforting and heart-warming about anything slow-cooked,' she said. DM
Wales Online
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
I went to Cardiff's new small plates restaurant and there's one thing I would change
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info The sun is shining and the city is bustling with excitement as we have the pinnacle of beer garden weather. An impressive line-up of big acts are taking over Cardiff this summer and it can only mean one thing – concert-goers are all looking for some good pre-gig grub and somewhere to have a nice drink before dancing the night away. Nomad, a new small plates restaurant, has just opened in Cardiff's High Street in place of Terra Mare. They have a menu that changes monthly with a variety of fresh and tasty options. So we decided to try the new restaurant and see whether or not this could be the summer city hotspot to match the weather. For the latest restaurant news and reviews, sign up to our food and drink newsletter here . As we walked into the chic new restaurant we were impressed with how beautiful the interior was. The room was a gorgeous dark green with hints of gold and an exquisite bar that looks like it's been influenced by the roaring 20s – very Gatsby. They had a drinks menu that even F Scott Fitzgerald would be impressed with and going with the summery vibes I decided to order a Hugo Spritz. The restaurant itself was quite quiet to begin with as a new location but after we arrived diners started to trickle in. The staff were amazing and extremely accommodating and despite my favourite drink not being on the menu they went ahead and made me one regardless. I can imagine it would be a great venue for weekend drinks and somewhere nice for a dressed-up date night. (Image: Indigo Jones) Initially we were disappointed to not really have the option of sitting outside during the nice weather. They had a few tables and chairs but they weren't equipped for dining and made a better option for a quick drink. The tables themselves weren't big enough to hold several small plates, which is a shame as other restaurants in the vicinity had the capacity. However if you are keen to stop for a quick drink in the sun then you'll have no problem. After ordering our drinks we moved on to the food menu. They had small plates, large plates, flatbreads, side options, and also a few desserts. In total we ordered a selection of the above dishes including the smoked fish pate, pickled mussels roe, and grilled sourdough, which visually looked amazing (see the main picture). The combination of flavours worked really well and contrast of textures worked well together on the sourdough. (Image: Indigo Jones) Our favourite dish had to be the white and brown crab Caesar salad, spenwood, anchovy and bottarga. It was extremely fresh and a great twist on a classic. On a warm day in Cardiff alongside a refreshing Hugo Spritz it was almost like we were in the Mediterranean. Despite not looking the most appealing the combination of the salty anchovies against the milder crab meat was beautiful. We also ordered the teriyaki chicken thigh, sesame, spring onion, red chilli, and frisée which was beautifully cooked and instantly fell apart though personally I would have preferred a little more teriyaki sauce as I love super-saucy food. The flavour of the teriyaki against the spring onion and the sesame made a lovely combination. Next we ordered my second-favourite dish – the chargrilled flatbread, brown butter, sea salt, Severn and Wye smoked salmon, rocket, capers ,and horseradish. Wow – this was so light and perfect for nipping out on your lunch break. The salmon and the horseradish worked really well together in a combination I'd never really tried. This was paired beautifully with the buttery flatbread and made for a fresh but filling option. It was already cut in to slithers meaning it was a perfect sharing dish. (Image: Indigo Jones) Lastly we ordered some sides in the way of Tenderstem broccoli, pesto, and shallot as well as some truffle and spenwood fries. We enjoyed the fries – while the taste of the truffle was a touch overpowering at times but regardless they were still very tasty. On the other hand we were not a fan of the Tenderstem broccoli as it was charred in such a way that it almost tasted bitter. Overall the food was very fresh and a great option for warm weather dining. There were some elements to the food that were a little lacking but the stand outs for us were the salad and the flatbread. The quality of the seafood on the menu was amazing and this was definitely a personal highlight – hopefully future menus keep the same standard when it comes to its fishy dishes. Would I go again? Well I think it depends on the future menus and what kinds of options they include. I'm a big fan of analysing a menu before I go anywhere and with a menu that continues to change you never know what you are going to get. Will they do thematic or seasonal options? Who knows. But I would be intrigued to see where they go from here – especially as a new restaurant in the heart of the city centre. One thing I will say is I do hope they improve their outdoor dining options for the summer with more people are keen to eat outside. You can read more about Nomad and what they have to offer here.
