THE HOT LIST

This issue’s hotly contested roundup of 10 things that are preoccupying us right now.

- Tasneem Larney

1 THE DINING SPOT 1970s, REIMAGINED

Arlecchino, the Sea Point restaurant by tashas founder Natasha Sideris, is all effortless Med-Italian glamour: terrazzo and marble mosaic floors, original Marcel Breuer Cesca chairs, a burled-walnut bar flown in from Milan, and sculptural ruffle chandeliers inspired by the Arlecchino (Harlequin) character from the Italian commedia dell'arte. The menu follows the same mood, with breakfast moving from rustic frittata to panettone French toast, and lunch and dinner celebrating classics such as buttery prawn rolls and the crowd-favourite alla vodka pasta. arlecchino.co

2 THE REVAMPED CLASSIC SHEAR COMFORT

Birkenstock’s autumn/winter 2026 collection gives the brand's iconic Boston clogs a cosy update with the Loma Shearling Felt style. Featuring soft wool uppers, a plush shearling-lined footbed and the brand’s signature cork-latex support, they are made for comfort without compromising on style. Available in Oyster and Anthracite, the style can be found online and in-store. R3 399. birkenstocksa.co.za

3 THE COOKWARE ITALIAN CRAFT, MODERN DESIGN