From eco-conscious dining staples to table toppers with class, add these to your summer shopping list – stat.

It’s summertime, and the living is easy – especially when you’re entertaining alfresco. Whether you’re planning a cosy backyard picnic, a beachside gathering, or a camping adventure, these durable yet stylish buys from Boardmans will make holiday entertaining a breeze.

Best part? Boardmans’ range of outdoor serveware is environmentally friendly, too. From stylish salad bowls to sturdy cups and jugs, these essentials crafted from sustainable materials enhance your holiday experience while treading lightly on the planet.

Ceramic & Steel Pizza Oven

R1 999

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Boardmans Mandala Jute Floor Cushion

R399

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Natural Elements Set Of 4 Recycled Plastic 20cm Side Plates

R399

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Natural Elements Recycled Plastic 1.6l Jug

R499

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Natural Elements Recycled Plastic 25cm Salad Bowl

R299

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Natural Elements Recycled Plastic 450ml Tumblers

R399

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Thandana Double Wine Cooler Carry Bag – Hazelnut Leather

R999

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Cheers to the art of home-based entertaining!

As spring blooms and hints of summer linger in the air, Boardmans invites you to embrace September as a time for renewal, celebration, and the creation of cherished memories. Picture yourself under the warm, golden sun, surrounded by the laughter of loved ones, sipping cocktails and savouring culinary delights. Let us be your guide to hosting unforgettable gatherings that will leave a lasting impression. Explore the magic of setting tables with gleaming knives and forks, clinking glasses, and elegant plates, and watch as your guests become truly enchanted by your hospitality prowess.

Elevate Your Hosting Experience with Boardmans

A Toast worth Making

Raise your glass to sophistication with our exquisite crystal-like glasses. Whether you’re enjoying cocktails or wine, these glasses add an elegant touch to any occasion, enhancing the overall atmosphere of your gatherings. 

A Place to Remember

Ideal for dinner parties and wine and cheese tasting with friends, or simply for brightening up every day dining after a dreary day. Simple, but beautiful, they’ll blend in easily on the family dinner table, beneath dinner plates brimming with exquisite, home-cooked food.

Solace in Slicing

Have one more reason to braai with these blades that cut through steak like a hot knife through butter, made by master cutlers in France.

It’s a Classic

Shake or stir up your inner mixologist with our all-in-one cocktail set. Craft refreshing drinks that will leave your guests craving more. Select the perfect glass to complement each cocktail, enhancing both flavour and presentation.

Creating Lasting Memories through Dining and Entertaining

Research has consistently shown that sharing a meal with family and friends leads to increased happiness and a sense of well-being. In a world filled with challenges, these simple moments around the table or braai bring smiles and ease stress. At Boardmans, we understand the profound impact of these moments and aim to make them even more special.

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We’re really after these 21 kitchen accessories and appliances. If you, like us at VISI, like to spend loads of time in the kitchen, make sure you give these items a browse – and add them to your own wish list.

1. Texas Bamboo Lid Bread Bin R329.99, Mr P Home

2. Bottle Cork R59, H&M

3. SMEG 304L Black Retro Fridge/Freezer R35 000, Dion Wired

4. Inissia Coffee Machine R1 650, Nespresso

5. Severin Popcorn Maker R647, Banks Kitchen Boutique

6. Vixen Teapot R495, Sugar & Vice

7. Pinny Apron in Gridly R495, Skinny laMinx

8. KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer in Green Mint R9 990, @home

9. Vougeot Range Cooker from R77 000, Lacanche

10. Signature 24 cm Round Casserole in Mineral Blue (available from 21 March) R2 560, Le Creuset

11. SMEG Cream Retro 4-slice Toaster + Kettle Set R4 899, Yuppiechef.com

12. Beige Oven Mitts R190, Mono Online Shop

13. Jan – A Breath Of French Air cookbook R403, Exclusive Books

14. Minerals Indigo Espresso Set R470, Love Milo

15. Tea Towel R129, H&M

16. Jamie Oliver Crumbless Bread Board + Knife R349.97, Boardmans

17. Avocado Storer R69.95, Woolworths

18. Harper Kitchen Stool R 7 995, Weylandts

19. 26cm Copper Oval Cocotte With Lid and Bronze Handles R7 349, Mauviel at Culinary Equipment Company

20. Kitchen Cart (Butcher Block) Price on request, Chefs Block

21. Knife Block & Board Set R799, @home

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We recently put up a poll asking you which room in your house is your favourite and 38% of you said that you loved to escape to your bedroom for some peace and quiet.

As the bed is often the focal point of the bedroom, we decided to round up 12 of the coolest duvet covers we could find.

1. Snooze Duvet Cover (Queen) R999, Zana X Superbalist.com

2. Duvet Set (Double) R599, H&M

3. Fynn Quilt Cover (Queen) R1 499, Country Road

4. Clouds Duvet Cover Set (Queen) R1 200, Mono Online Shop

5. Kezia Peach Duvet Set (Queen) R1 269, Linen House at Superbalist.com

6. Frida Geo Duvet Set (Queen) R350, Woolworths

7. Microfibre Kite Duvet Cover (Queen) R349, @home

8. Linen House New Hampshire Duvet Set (King) R1 799.95, Linen House at Boardmans

9. 100% Cotton Border Duvet Cover Set (King) R659.99, Mr P Home

10. Hatch Duvet Cover Set (Queen) R999, Zana X Superbalist.com

11. Abstract Printed Duvet Cover Set (Queen) R259.99, Mr P Home

12. Quilted Geo Stitch 180 Threadcount Duvet Cover (King) R1 099, @home

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Copper designs have been trending for a while now, but it still seems that wherever you look – in store and online – there are beautiful copper decor accessories and kitchen gadgets to be seen. Here are 21 of our favourite finds.

1. Grid Occasional Table R1 699, @home

2. Cube Pen R1 050, Tom Dixon at Crema

3. You Are My Greatest Adventure (Blush) Print R440, Seven Swans

4. Square Magnets R149, NAGA at Superbalist.com

5. Copper Oval Cocotte With Lid R7 861, Mauviel at Culinary Equipment Company

6. Anigram Copper Giraffe Ring Holder R149.95, Umbra at Boardmans

7. Textured Copper Finish Bowl R299, Studio. W at Woolworths

8. Birds Copper on Charcoal Cushion Cover R520, Studio 19 at Prestwich Collection

9. Copper Acacia Macrame Colour Pot R629, KNØT at Hello Pretty

10. Metal Basket R229, H&M

11. Atti Copper Salad Server R399, Country Road

12. Copper Wine Rack R525, Bar Craft at The Handlers

13. Copper Salt and Pepper Shaker Set R409, Master Class at Yuppiechef.com

14. Dualit Newgen Toaster (2 Slice) R3 925, Banks Kitchen Boutique

15. Metal Candle Plate R29.99, Mr P Home

16. KitchenAid Stand Mixer in Satin Copper R10 985, Takealot.com

17. Concrete Pillow R180, Notation Design

18. Prisma Multi Photo Display R299, Umbra at Superbalist.com

19. Copper Jack Floor Lamp R2 400, The Artisan

20. Copper Espresso Maker R1 110, Kitchen Craft at The Handlers

21. Copper Cylinder Hanging Lamp R395, Weylandts

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As a material, plastic is often overlooked in decor. We think it can actually introduce an air of light-heartedness to a space. Here are 10 fun items you can find online.

1. SunnySide Egg Shaper R90, Avihai Shurin for Monkey Business at Big Blue

2. Tray R200, Mono Online Shop

3. Dinosaur Eraser R39.99, Mr Price Home

4. Pig Snout Plastic Cup R69, Kitchen Craft at Yuppiechef.com

5. Panton Classic Chair, Price on Request, Vitra at Crema

6. Edison Petite Lamp R990, Fatboy at Big Blue

7. Midnight Blue Mosaic Phone Cover R380, Handmade By Me

8. Multicolour Cocktail Stirrers R99.95, Koziol at Boardmans

9. Bask Shower Caddy R199, Umbra at Superbalist.com

10. Snail Funnel R229.95, Pylones at Happy Gift

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Forget winter! Add a spot of colour to your home with any of these designs. 12 items to brighten up your space this winter.

1. Pebble Table Runner R455, Skinny laMinx

2. Kenwood Blue KMix Toaster R999.95, Boardmans

3. Yellow Cane Chair R2 000, Abi and Scarlett at Green Elephant Collective

4. Pasta/Salad Bowl (24cm) R480, Le Creuset

5. Typhoon Desk R1 699 (in-store purchase only), @home

6. Dropp! Bowl R899.95 (in-store purchase only), Entrepo

7. Zoo Koekie Brights Cushion Slip R350, Design Kist

8. Mini Slow Pop Freezer Mould R239, Zoku at Yuppiechef.com

9. Parrot Sommelier Corkscrew R943.90, Alessi at Banks Kitchen Boutique

10. Light Bulb Set R189.99, Mr Price Home

11. Micro Cubebot R119, Areaware at Superbalist.com

12. Red Table Lamp R315, Eurolux at Spree.co.za

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Be punctual and stylish with any of these 7 analogue wall clocks.

1. Tour Clock R599, NeXtime at Superbalist.com

2. Marble Clock R699, Country Road

3. Chevron Multi Clock Multi-Colour R169, Ubercool Designs at Spree.co.za

4. Clock Bird Print Square R199, @home

5. Decorative Clock with Handle R795, Weylandts

6. Moon Wall Clock R450, Big Blue

7. Umbra Madera Wall Clock R479.97, Boardmans

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Still like to print your best photos? Here are 6 frames you can buy online to display your memories just right.

1. Callen Large Frame R349, Country Road

2. Umbra Instapic Merchandiser Desk Frame R69,95, Umbra at Boardmans

3. 2 Pack Photo Frame With Geometric Insert R39,99, Mr Price Home

4. Metal Photo Frame R199, Nest at Spree.co.za

5. Love Home Photo Frame R199,95, Entrepo

6. Hercules Vertical Photo Frame R199, Umbra at Yuppiechef.com

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Whether you’re all about melted peanut butter, love the idea of anchovy paste or simply stick to marmalade, these 12 top toasters will help you get the perfect slice.

1. SMEG Retro 2 Slice Toaster in Black R1 899, Yuppiechef.com

2. Morphy Richards 4 Slice Yellow Accents Toaster R1 499, Makro

3. Delonghi Icona 4 Slice Toaster in Beige R1 300, Dion Wired

4. KitchenAid Artistan Toaster in Red R4 589, @home

5. Russell Hobbs 2 Slice Heritage Toaster R479, Binuns

6. Dualit Classic Marmite Toaster R2 249, Superbalist.com

7. Kenwood kMix 2 Slice Toaster in Green R879, Takealot.com

8. AEG AT7100B 2 Slice Toaster R549, Kalahari.com

9. Bugatti Volo 2 Slice Toaster in Chrome R3392,99, 4home.co.za

10. Bodum Bistro Toaster in Purple R1 136, Loot.co.za

11. Delonghi White Brilliante Toaster R899,95, Boardmans

12. Kenwood TTM127 Toaster in Bronze R859, Menlyn Metro Home Centre

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