With the rise of fast fashion and overarching mega retail corporations across the globe, it's great to see local and boutique stores offering something unique and custom for the discerning consumer. One such retail space is Now Showing, an ever evolving boutique store that recently launched in Cape Town. I chat to founder Neil Roake for #InnovationMonth.

In other top story news, Lauren Hartzenberg reports back on the media briefing by domestic goddess Nigella Lawson at the 21st Annual SACSC Congress and Juanita Pienaar chats to Meanda Mills, the overall winner of the inaugural Food24's NextGen competition!

We've got a couple of new giveaways for you this week; tickets to Park Acoustics, Joy of Jazz, the Champagne and Oyster Festival, and the Stellenbosch Craft Beer Festival are all up for grabs!

Happy Heritage Day, check our top picks on what to do this long weekend!

Ruth Cooper, Lifestyle Editor & Production Manager (@Biz_Lounge)

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