Sushi is one of those cravings that sneaks up on you and won’t go away. One bite turns into five, and before you know it, you’re planning your next fix. This March, Ocean Basket is making it even more impossible to resist. Fresh, flavour-packed, and made to satisfy, OB sushi is a ritual and a...
Category: Health
A Cautionary Tale For Young Men
What happens when a man who was once celebrated for his strength, skill, and purpose is suddenly told he is no longer needed? This is the reality that The Incredibles’ Bob Parr—better known as Mr. Incredible—faces when superheroes are forced into retirement. Once at the peak of his career, Bob is reduced to an ordinary life,...
The Silent Crisis: Understanding Suicide in South Africa
Suicide remains one of the most pressing yet often overlooked public health challenges in South Africa. With the country grappling with economic hardships, social pressures, and mental health stigma, suicide rates have reached alarming levels. According to the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG), approximately 23 people die by suicide every day, with an...
Make Every Rand Count with Ocean Basket’s Budget-Friendly Menu
Dining on a budget? We’ve got you covered with tips for affordable dishes, shareable plates, and how to spend smarter this January. (Johannesburg, 14 January 2025) — The holiday decorations are back in their box, debit orders have gone off, and January has arrived with its mix of fresh starts and tighter budgets. With the...
Take Control of Your Heart Health:
The HUAWEI WATCH D2 Revolutionises Blood Pressure Monitoring Huawei has officially launched the HUAWEI WATCH D2, the brand’s first smartwatch featuring wrist-based ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM)[1]. This sleek and compact smartwatch makes monitoring your blood pressure effortless, anytime and anywhere, with just a touch. During the day, you can set smart reminders for easy...
Why Everything That’s Supposed To Be Bad Makes Me Feel So Good
A few weeks ago, a friend asked me to write something on letting go. ‘Sure thing,’ I said without hesitation. After all, letting go sounds like an easy enough topic, right? I mean, I know all about letting go. All I have to do is throw a few funny stories, an analogy or two, and...
Forgiveness Takes Time. Healing is not an overnight process. Wounds will reopen, wounds will close
Billy Chapata once said, “Healing is not an overnight process. Wounds will reopen, wounds will close, but always allow yourself to feel what you feel, it’s okay.” We are consumed by the idea that negative emotions aren’t
I Had Testicular Cancer Twice. Here’s What Other Men Need to Know.
Testicular cancer is extremely common. In fact, it is the most common type of cancer in men ages 15-39
Food: Leg Of Lamb Roast
There are few meals as impressive as a roasted bone-in-leg of lamb. Even though it’s surprisingly easy to prepare. Many home cooks find it a challenge. It’s early in the morning, Chef Theo and I have a private gig and we’re looking for the perfect leg of lamb. (I mean a leg of lamb that’s...
Food: Carrot & Smoked Paprika Risotto
It bothered me that when I thought of a vegetarian risotto I thought, “mushroom and peas.” It had me by the tits! I honestly thought, it’s a safe choice. So rather I came up with this. Serves 4-6) INGREDIENTS: • 500g Arborio rice • 1 onion (finely diced) • 2 celery stalks (finely diced) •...