Published on August 1, 2023

Our editor, Chad, is obsessed with olive oil and potjie this month. Read on to find out why. Here are a few of my favourite things to eat, try out and follow this month!   Gone are the days of shopping the same oil for your pantry each month. With the great selection of locally produced […]

Published on July 27, 2023

It’s all too easy to ditch your healthy eating habits and grab the buttery, rich dishes during cold months. Registered dietician shares advice on how to keep diets balanced and stick to an easy active lifestyle, even in winter.  Consistency is key The last thing you feel like doing on a cold, dark morning is […]

Published on July 10, 2023

Meet a MK follower who has tagged us on their social media, showcasing their delish dish.   “The reason why I love this recipe is because it tastes just like having dessert for breakfast, which are two of my favourite things! It’s easy to prepare, and I get a generous helping of both protein and […]

Published on June 5, 2023

This Father’s Day, treat your dad to a mouth-watering steak fit for a king. This is all you need to know about preparing the perfect steak:    1. Temperature   Before you cook the steak, make sure it has come to room temperature. Cooking room-temperature meat ensures that it cooks evenly and stays tender. You get tough […]

Published on June 5, 2023

Nothing says winter more than indulging in a steaming hot bowl of hearty soup that warms you from within.  Potato and leek soup with roasted nuts and cauliflower  Serves 4-6 • Total Time 45-50 Min  Ingredients 2 Tbsp olive oil  1 Tbsp butter  300g leeks, sliced 4 sprigs fresh thyme  3 cloves garlic, chopped  1kg […]

Published on April 27, 2023

There’s nothing more satisfying than earmarking recipes, but when it comes down to planning the week’s meals they often seem a distant memory on a shelf very far away from the couch. Use these tips to sort and store your recipes:  Haul out your pile of MyKitchen magazines that have collected over time. Go through […]

Published on March 28, 2023

A round up of Chad’s favourites for the month: one simple recipe, a quick entertaining or dinner cheat (like pesto or dip, etc), new foodie product, hot cookbook mini review, seasonal tips.  The aroma of cinnamon, citrus and freshly baked bread stir up childhood memories of devouring out-the-oven hot cross buns lathered with butter and […]

Published on March 15, 2023

Don’t be afraid of the dark because editor Chad January is sharing his tips and tricks to feed your family during loadshedding. Loadshedding Logistics   A little creativity and planning can go a long way in helping you keep your sanity when the lights go out during suppertime. Here are five ways to make it […]

Published on March 2, 2023

Can we all agree that the best part of a road trip is the food? All eating rules go out the window and you can be on your worst behaviour, food-wise at least.   But too much of a good thing is not great and so balance needs to be restored. Here’s a food- and snack […]

Published on February 24, 2023

In this article, we share a guide to canning, preserving and bottling. Plus, ways on how to do this at home using utensils and equipment that are regular household items. Make the most of the last of summer’s fruit and veg and join the growing group of foodies who are bottling things up (in a […]