Expert Advice

Protein Maxxing 

Published on September 24, 2026

Protein maxxing is taking over social media. But what is it, is it actually good for you and how can you add more protein to your breakfast?    What is protein maxxing?  Protein maxxing is the latest food trend taking over social media, with people finding easy ways to add more protein to everyday meals. […]

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Light homemade nibbles to take on your next picnic

Published on September 23, 2026

 Planning a picnic? Fill your basket with easy homemade nibbles from braaibroodjie scrolls to sweet Biscoff treats.     Braaibroodjie scrolls   Planning a picnic is all about keeping things simple, portable and delicious. Feel free to add your favourite store-bought treats to this incredible selection of homemade nibbles that are easy to prepare ahead […]

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Food podcasts we can’t stop listening to 

Published on September 22, 2026

Hungry for something good to listen to? From foodie chats to fascinating food stories, these podcasts are serving up plenty of flavour.   Whether you’re cooking dinner, stuck in traffic or simply looking for something entertaining to listen to, a good food podcast can make the time fly. Podcasts take food beyond recipes by exploring […]

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Salads to help you kick the winter blues

Published on September 22, 2026

Step into our kitchen for fresh, colourful spring salads packed with flavour. Perfect for your picnic basket, lighter lunches, side salads and bringing a taste of spring to your table.    Crispy calamari and watermelon with a mint, lime and chilli salad dressing  Serves 4  Ingredients   For the calamari:  500g calamari rings or tubes and […]

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4 ways to eat eggs for dinner

Published on September 1, 2026

Who says eggs are reserved for breakfast? We’ve put together four dinners to turn to when you feel like a plate of gold to take away the decision fatigue.  Oyakodon-Inspired Rice Bowl    A Japanese favourite featuring onions, chicken and egg simmered in a sticky soy sauce. Usually requiring Kombu (a Japanese kelp stock), we’ve […]

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Heartwarming childhood winter memories we’ll never forget

Published on July 23, 2026

Discover the comforting meals, treats and the stories behind them that continue to inspire our kitchens year after year.  Winter has a way of bringing cherished childhood memories back to life, especially those centred around comforting food and family traditions. We asked our team to share the winter dishes and seasonal treats that still warm their hearts […]

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Zandile Finxa: Serious about sorghum

Published on June 18, 2026

 Zandile Finxa, the award-winning consumer scientist and chef nurturing South Africa’s renewed appreciation for sorghum, chats to Christi Nortier about their grandmother’s cooking, the ‘Sorghum Agenda’ and new ways to play with this ancient ingredient.     When we reach out to shake hands with Zandile Finxa, you can’t help but notice the delicate tattoo […]

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4 Chef-approved kitchen organising tips you’ll want to steal

Published on May 22, 2026

Chefs don’t just whip up delicious meals – they’ve also mastered keeping chaos out of the kitchen. From pantry purges to spill–proof fridge hacks, these organising tips might just make your life easier when you’re spoiling your family with tasty meals.    1. Use similar storage containers  Most of us have cupboards full of mismatched Tupperware collected over the years, but switching to containers that […]

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4 Essential Asian sauces for a fake‑out feasts

Published on May 22, 2026

Craving your favourite Asian takeaway dishes without leaving home? The secret to creating it at home is in the sauce! These essential Asian-inspired staples will instantly elevate your fake-out feast.  1. Soya sauce  Sure, we love to drench our sushi in it, but soya sauce is the anchor to many Asian dishes. Made from fermented soybeans, this umami-packed sauce pours […]

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Service, decor & fire food come together at Cape Town’s Marble restaurant

Published on April 22, 2026

Jozi and Cape Town are home to Marble Hospitality eateries, where Chef David Higgs has created a new formula on the luxe food scene. Liezl Vermeulen sits down with him to understand the success of his ever-growing business.  The last time I saw David Higgs, I was sitting in his winelands restaurant for my very […]

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