Published on September 26, 2026

Supporting your gut health doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Mpho Tsukudu shares everyday foods that can help nourish your gut with lentils and mussels to sourdough and kimchi.    In Your Health Starts in Your Gut, dietitian Mpho Tsukudu takes a practical approach to eating for a healthier gut. Rather than relying on expensive […]

Published on September 25, 2026

Here’s how to keep food fresh for longer with simple kitchen cleaning and storage tips, from organising your fridge to storing fruit and vegetables correctly.     Spring cleaning your kitchen is about more than scrubbing the counters. The way you clean, organise and store your food can also help ingredients stay fresher for longer. […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]