Published on September 8, 2016

Know your pantry: All about oil Instead of reaching for that old go-to, let’s look into some of the healthier (and more delicious) alternative oils out there. Sunflower Sunflower oil is made from pressed seeds, delivering a high vitamin E content and a low count of saturated fat. It has a high smoke point which […]

Published on September 7, 2016

Our 10 steps guide to spring clean your diet If you thought spring-cleaning was just about decluttering your home, think again! These ten steps will help you clean up your diet. Step 1: Break winter habits Make the most of budget-friendly seasonal produce. It’s time to swap the roast veg for bright salads and the warming hot […]

Published on September 1, 2016

Put together the ultimate spring harvest table with our quick and easy guide.

Published on August 29, 2016

Say cheers because summer is around the corner, PJ Pops are almost here, and we couldn’t be happier. Boozy popsicles have certainly made the rounds these past two years and are definitely still bang on trend. What hasn’t been done in SA, however, is a home-grown, wine-based pop that will be landing on local shelves […]

Published on August 26, 2016

Puff What is it: Puff pastry is a wonderfully light, buttery pastry. The flakiness we all know and love is formed by layers of fat. In the oven, the butter melts, leaving hollow pockets in the dough. These fill with steam, causing the pastry to puff up. Best for: Pie crusts, canapés and dessert pastries. […]

Published on August 17, 2016

There’s more to them than nut butter. Get baking, cooking and snacking with these yummy kernels.

Published on August 16, 2016

Local-born chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen’s eatery, JAN, in Nice, France, was recently awarded a Michelin Star for its exquisite food. Now his latest book, JAN: A Breath of French Air, brings a bit of French fine dining to South Africa, with easy-to-follow recipes and home-grown ingredients, making this sometimes intimidating style of cooking […]

Published on August 9, 2016

Keep your gut healthy and the good bacteria happy with a batch of probiotic boosters.

Published on August 4, 2016

She used to light up our TV screens on the popular Mzansi soapies Muvhango and Rhythm City, but these days, Lucia is heating up the kitchen as the official chef of White Star maize meal. So why did the actress make the switch from soaps to soup? ‘I decided to take a break from acting […]

Published on July 5, 2016

Know your fillet from your shank with this handy guide