Published on June 30, 2017

The classic, simple recipe that was famously enjoyed by Ernest Hemingway himself, a Bloody Mary is delicious with brunch, and equally socially acceptable. To our readers who are thinking of mixing their own spicy, boozy blend, we suggest you take Mr Hemingway’s advice: ‘If it lacks authority, add more vodka.’

Published on June 29, 2017

Hello, comfort food! If you are looking for a midweek meal on a dime, look no further than our rich and creamy fish and pasta bake. It will be a hit with the kids too, and feel free to add any extra veggies you desire!

Published on June 28, 2017

Ostrich mince started gaining popularity as a superfood a few years ago and many people began introducing it into their diets in place of beef mince. It is incredibly lean with little of fat and you can usually find it in most local grocery stores. If it feels like a big jump for you, begin with the packs of the...

Published on June 27, 2017

The tummy warming flavours from North Africa are all you need to bring new life to a chicken dinner. Our Moroccan roast chicken is inexpensive to cook and makes for some amazing next-day leftovers.

Published on June 26, 2017

Apples are almost always available year-round here in SA and we are obsessed with adding fruity elements to savoury dishes. Not sure what to eat for dinner tonight? Take inspiration from our creative and bountiful spinach crêpes. They look fancy, but come together in a mere 5 steps.

Published on June 25, 2017

Looking for Sunday lunch inspiration? We’re throwing it back to when we featured self-taught chef Cass Abrahams in our beautiful magazine, and she shared her waterblommetjie bredie recipe with us. Tuck in!

Published on June 25, 2017

Do you need a brekkie that’s going to keep you full and feeling satisfied all day long? Look no further that our pita with scrambled egg. Feel free to fill it with healthy goodies that you love to eat.

Published on June 24, 2017

We took some simple vegetarian ingredients and turned them into a lovely starter or, in larger portions, our dal soup makes a great cheap and cheerful family dinner. And remember that because they are small, split in half and skinned, red lentils are the quickest cooking of all pulses. However, they tend to disintegrate – this makes them great for...

Published on June 23, 2017

The next time you sit down for your morning cuppa, perhaps consider spicing it up with the delectable taste, aroma and health benefits of a blend tailored in India.Masala chai, or quite simply chai as it is commonly known, dates back to the early 1900s, and comes with a story as unique as its flavour.

Published on June 21, 2017

How do you like this winter warming healthy dessert? The fibre found in wholegrains, such as oats, helps to keep you fuller for longer and lowers the risk of obesity That’s why we have plenty of it, and other yummy ingredients, in our crumble-filled apples.