Bucket Babe: Astrid Aurora

Winter seems to have come early to the Southern parts of Africa this year as its icy chill has affected most of the country, we at the Bucket aim to help defrost the country with some heat this weekend thanks to the return of the Bucket Babe! Yes, its been a while since we featured a local beauty on the blog but like they say, good things come to those who wait and boy, today we have some thing more than good! Today's featured beauty is a multi-award winner and has spent most of her life behind the lens, be it photography or video, she was a former TV anchor/ journalist but now has stepped into the modeling world where she began to and continues to shine with her Lingerie and Swimwear work. We got to take a few minutes out of her busy schedule to chat about work, life and everything else, read more to see what she had to say. 

Astrid Aurora

BIO

Hi! My name is Astrid, I'm from Cape Town and a former Television Anchor and journalist, I know embrace my new career in modelling, doing both commercial and lingerie shoots. I am passionate about the beach and nature, I've taken on this new exciting venture which see's me travelling and exploring while taking my fans along the journey. If you would like to see where I go next, follow me on my Instagram page. 

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Q&A

1. Hot girls and hot cars go hand in hand, what ride would you like to  see yourself in?

• There are so many cars that I love, but I especially love the Pagani Hermes, Maybach 62 and the new Hybrid Ferrari SF90.  

2. What sandwich are you most likely to make for me? and will it be toasted or plain?

• I love making sandwiches! A sandwich that I enjoy making is a delicious oven toasted bun with butter, that is layered with rocket, tomato, mayo, lots of pastrami beef, mustard and a sunny side egg on top!

3. Everyone loves popcorn (well I think they do) what is your topping/ sprinkle of choice?

•  I definitely love butter salt!

4. Dream cover shoot?

• Maxim or GQ.

5. If given a choice, full time model or full time executive, what would you choose?

• I was a full time executive and worked in corporate for ten years, which was empowering but I can definitely say that being a full time model is a lot more fun!

6. Growing up you must have had someone you aspired to be, so who is your role model?

• I have so many role models. I enjoy the fact that women empowerment means women can be anything she desires! I admire both female leaders and glamour models alike! I especially love the Playboy Bunnies.

7. Anyone holding that hand yet? or is it available?

• There is a very special man in my life, so unfortunately for you gents, I'm not available.

8. Obviously being a female, fashion would be a big interest to you, do you have a favourite label/ designer?

•  I adore fashion, such as Dolce & Gabbana, Dior, Chanel and Gucci are my absolute favourites!

9. What type of music gets your booty shaking?

• I love house, deep house, EDM, reggae and R&B.

10. Which city is your dream party destination?

• Definitely Tulum!

Bucket Babe: Dehandré van Tonder

It's almost the end of 2018 and we can go on with the usual b/s about how quickly the years been and so forth but we're not about that life, we're here to celebrate each day as it comes and celebrate we will with another hottie from the Motherland that is South Africa. Today's featured model hails from the coastal suburb of Melkbosstrand, just outside Cape Town. Fresh out of school and ready to take on the world! She's been in the modeling industry for a few years now and has her sights set high, we believe she can achieve those heights and that is why she is our featured model for December, capping the year off on our own high, here is...

Dehandre van Tonder

BIO

Hi there! I am a fun loving, adventurous and outgoing person. I was born in Melkbosstrand and went to boarding school in the Paarl when I was 14, it was hard to live far from home. I just completed my schooling career this year and my plans for the next year are to put all my attention into my modeling, make up and photography. I started modeling at the age of 16 and everyday since I learn a little more about my job and absolutely love it! I am a very passionate person with lots of interests, I love the beach, summer and just being surrounded by my loved ones.

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Q&A

1. Hot girls and hot cars go hand in hand, what ride would you like to  see yourself in?

• I would definitely say a Mclaren, although I don't actually know that much about cars.

2. What sandwich are you most likely to make for me? and will it be toasted or plain?

• Definitely a toasted avocado sandwich.

3. Everyone loves popcorn (well I think they do) what is your topping/ sprinkle of choice?

• I love popcorn, sometimes I only go to the movies for the popcorn and not the movie. Butter-salt is definitely my favourite topping.

4. Dream cover shoot?

•  Elite.

5. If given a choice, full time model or full time executive, what would you choose?

• Full time modeling and to travel and see the world..

6. Growing up you must have had someone you aspired to be, so who is your role model?

• As a little girl, I always looked up to Selena Gomez and I still do. I already look up to Olivia Culpo as she inspires me a lot.

7. Anyone holding that hand yet? or is it available?

• All I can say is I like to keep my happiness private..

8. Obviously being a female you would love fashion. Favourite label/ designer?

• PrettyLittleThing.

9. What type of music gets your booty shaking?

• Hip hop and Pop.

10. Which city is your dream party destination?

• Vegas/ Mykonos!

Bucket Babe: Kelly Roux

With Summer on the way, making things hot up around the country, we decided to heat things up on the blog as well. On the Bucket Babe for this month, we feature local model who is a budding adventure junkie and has a passion for medical science, it's a unique combination but that is what makes her so great! Currently studying her second degree and hoping to specialise thereafter, she also finds time in her busy schedule to train and occasionally get behind the camera and for that we are greateful. While she might not be great in the kitchen, she does share the same passion for cars and motor sport as us so we'll ignore that part, and settle to have popcorn everyday. Well that's enough blabbing from me, meet...

Kelly Roux

BIO

Hi there! My name is Kelly Roux, I am a bubbly, fun-loving, adventure-seeking young woman who loves to keep fit, healthy and constantly on-the-go. I am hard working, fiery with a zest for life and a true Aries nature. I am currently a student at WITS, completing my second degree in Medicine (with my first degree being a BHSc Bio-kinetics), as well as being a part-time published model (when time allows!). I absolutely love keeping active, so you'll find me in the gym most days of the week, or when I have a gap, going for a quick walk with my dogs or run around the block. I also love hiking and the outdoors, so count me on any outdoor related activity! I also love anything car and motor sport related, so when I'm not studying, modelling or running around doing some or another physically exertive activity, you;ll most likely find me at a car event.

My goals for the future career wise is to specialize after I complete my degree, possibly into (and don't laugh since they're vastly different) either Plastic Surgery or Neurosurgery. As different as they are, they each have their own unique attractions and interests to them, so we will see what the future holds in store for me (once I eventually finish studying!) I can't wait to be able to help so many people, and hopefully change so many lives for the better. Being a doctor has been my dream since I was 12 years old, and I feel incredibly blessed to be given the opportunity to become one. I'm actually such a nerd at heart, but I love it. 

Accomplishments: I achieved the Sportswoman of the Year award in school, competing at Provincial and First Team varsity hockey; graduated with 8 distinctions in matic and Cum Laude in my first degree, being on the Dean's list as well as part of The Golden Key International Honour Society. I am so blessed to be a brand ambassador for Online Supplement Store, Tammy Taylor Nails Petervale, Adele Peacock Nails and Marc Dryden-Schofield Exclusive Models. God has really blessed me in life, and I really owe it to Him for all that I have accomplished.

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Q&A

1. Hot girls and hot cars go hand in hand, what ride would you like to  see yourself in?

• Phew! There are so many cars on my list to be honest (BMW M3, Mclaren, Nissan GTR, the works), but at the end of the day, my ultimate goal is to buy myself a Bentley Continental GT, in either pearl white or satin black.

2. What sandwich are you most likely to make for me? and will it be toasted or plain?

• I'll be honest, I'm not too good in the kitchen, so it's probably safer for you to make your own sandwich (equality right?), otherwise instead of toasted or plain it might just be burnt!

3. Everyone loves popcorn (well I think they do) what is your topping/ sprinkle of choice?

• I loooove popcorn, I swear I have it almost every day (no lies). I would have to say Cream Cheese and Chives. Mmmm.

4. Dream cover shoot?

•  It would either be Women's Health Magazine, Vogue (I wish) and GQ to name a few off the top of my head.

5. If given a choice, full time model or full time executive, what would you choose?

• I would choose full time executive. As much as I love modelling, I need to keep my mind constantly stimulated and challenged otherwise I end up getting bored and frustrated.As much as I've been blessed with modelling, I've never viewed it as my ultimate end career choice. I definitely think the two can go hand-in-hand (if not, why not?), so I intend to carry on with my modelling throughout my career if I can.the goal.

6. Growing up you must have had someone you aspired to be, so who is your role model?

• I've had many different role models at many stages of my life, each being a role model for different aspects , but I would say that for the majority of my life I've always looked up to my mom for staying true to herself no matter what, for always being so fun-loving, adventurous, confident and sure of herself. She's taught me many important lessons about respect, forgiveness and love for yourself and for others, and those are the values I try and uphold every day.

7. Anyone holding that hand yet? or is it available?

• This little hand of mine is happily held by a bigger hand, sorry gents.

8. Obviously being a female you would love fashion. Favourite label/ designer?

• I actually giggled when I saw this question and wondered how I was going to answer it because fashion isn't actually a huge aspect of my life, if I were to be honest with you. I think my sportiness shines through in what I tend to wear, and I don't really mind where it's from, or who the designer is (if it's even designer at all), as long as it fits me well and looks relatively good. I probably should care more about it, but that's just me!.

9. What type of music gets your booty shaking?

• oh my goodness, I love anything with a great beat! I love music, I try have it playing whenever I can, and I love going out just to dance.

10. Which city is your dream party destination?

• I am dying to go to Ibiza or Cancun- those are two definitely on my bucket list for sure!

Bucket Tech: Huawei P20 Series SA launch

Last night saw the much anticipated local launch of Huawei's P Series smart devices, the launch focused on the P20 and the P20 Pro but another model which SA is also getting is the P20 Lite. All devices are available from today, countrywide at all mobile outlets. This is a significant feat from the Chinese mobile phone manufacturer as the devices were launched globally just last week in France. The affair was a glamorous one, with over 300 guests in attendance, all of which from different creative backgrounds and businesses, Huawei wanted to tell the nation what a great device it was bringing to our country. 

Huawei dubs this phone as the future of smartphone AI Photography, and if you look at the hardware the device has, along with it's AI capabilities, this is certainly a new benchmark for mobile cameras. As a test, Huawei gave the P20 Pro to a bunch of prolific Instagram users from all over the country, each with a particular feature to test on the device and the images that were capture were simply amazing. Many of them stated that with the P20 Pro in their pocket, they could not only capture the moment but with great detail as well. The camera on the P20 Pro is something to be admired, it is the first phone to use triple-lens technology, which was created with Leica, and is a 40MP camer that not only captures colours and details but also at a faster speed, thus minimizing the chances of blurred or shaky pictures.

"The P20 series is built on unprecedented AI advances, combining technology and art to bring to life a groundbreaking smartphone experience", says Akhram Mohamed, Marketing Director. "We are ushering in a new era of smartphone cameras that combine the very latest in smartphone technology with Leica Camera's legendary expertise, drive by artificial intelligence. Essentially, we give users the tools to achieve professional photography results with every single shot."

The P20 is not only a great device with great technology but it also looks stunning. The full view display, great unibody design that fits perfectly in the palm of your hand and the colours it's available in, just exude class and art. It also is very fashionable as Huawei went to prove by joining forces with one of SA's leading fashion designers, Gavin Rajah who showcase a range of garments which were made using inspiration from the device. Overall, the P20 Pro looks like the phone to get and if you're a photo fundi, whether it be taking selfies, pictures of your food or a professional photographer, this device is for you! 

Price on the devices which as mentioned before are available from today are as follows. 

• P20 Lite - R5,999
• P20        - R12,999
• P20 Pro - R15,499

Huawei is also offering a VIP service for their customers, giving them one free screen replacement as well as battery replacement within the first year of purchase, if done at one of their service centers, they also say that it would take just one hour. This also applies to their P10 and Mate 10 devices.  Huawei also announced its sponsorship of the new Survivor Philippines, which debuts on M-Net, on the 3rd of May at 7pm.  

COMPETITION: Durban Street Food Festival

Anyone from Durban or visiting the city will know that it is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world, let alone South Africa. In a city which doesn't get the global limelight it deserves, locals know what makes it great and it's part of the reason we chose to stay here and make this city even greater. With such a diverse population and a mixture of cultures, comes many talents that shine through, whether it be in food, business, song, dance or fashion, with this in mind, the Durban Street Food Festival was born. After a successful event in 2015, the Street Food Festival is back and promises to be bigger, better and at a new convenient location  

Taking place at the Pavilion Shopping Center, from the 22nd to the 25th of September, this years 3 day Durban Street Food Festival is set to have 40 Street Food vendors with authentic flavours from around the world, 10 Craft Vendors, Live Durban Bands, Live Stand-Up Comedy by local comedians, Craft & Gin Beer Garden, Local Artists, Durban DJ's, Short Film Screenings, Food Demo's, Info Sessions, Jazz Expressions and Food Blogging. 

The Durban Street Food Festival provides a venue to build appreciation for Durban's diversity. The Festival celebrates the global culture and ethnic diversity of Durban through culinary arts, music, performance art and social connection. The Festival proudly welcomes people from all across the spectrum yearly, to share with us their cultural traditions with another another, it also serves as a vehicle to promote cultural understanding and appreciation in our community. In addition to all of this, the Durban Street Food Festival also creates a platform for local Durban talent to perform and showcase themselves as well as provide a unique opportunity for corporate sponsors to receive highly visible and concentrated recognition which includes the likes of large-scale signage at the event and advertisements in the regional media.

The Durban Street Food Festival in conjunction with the Bucket is giving two lucky readers the chance to win tickets for them and two friends to the Festival. And you can enter either on Facebook or Instagram...or both to double your chances!

Facebook:

All you have to do is like the Durban Street Food Festival Facebook Page as well as the Bucket Facebook Page, share this blog post and tag the two friends you would like to take with to the Festival. 

Instagram:

Follow @DurbanStreetFoodFestival and @theBucketza on Instagram, like the post about the Durban Street Food Festival and in the comments, tag the two friends you would like to take with to the Festival later this month. 

The competition will run for 2 weeks, with entries closing on the 20th and the winners will be announced later that day. So good luck! If you aren't any of the lucky readers to win, you could always buy tickets for the festival on the day or via the website: durbanstreetfoodfestival.co.za