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Cook less, dinner-party more

Published on January 8, 2017

We’ve rounded up our pick of tasty salads that are light and simple to put together. They’re great dinner-party fare too!

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Marmite-oxtail soup

Published on January 8, 2017

We all have a jar of Marmite at home and we all love oxtail – this recipes combines the two perfectly. This dish makes for the perfect family Sunday lunch. Not to mention, it’s a great recipe to cook in bulk and freeze for those lazy weeknights when you have no inspiration for dinner.

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Stuffed baby marrows

Published on January 7, 2017

Do you need a fancy starter in a flash, or just fancy something yummy and cheesy to snack on? Baby marrows, sun-dried tomatoes and ricotta are a combination you won’t want to miss.

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Batch cook! Your budget will thank you

Published on January 6, 2017

As January rolls around, it’s not only our clothes that seem a bit tighter, but our budgets too. Don’t let the holiday spending and Christmas gift-buying get in the way of your weekly food shopping - plan your meals cleverly and you’ll be saving as you cook.

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Rum and berry cocktail

Published on January 6, 2017

Sweet berries, spicy rum, floral syrup and a bit of fizz: What more could you wish for from a refreshing summer cocktail?

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Strange and scrumptious: A look at some of the world’s most bizarre foods

Published on January 5, 2017

Eating food is pretty much the most predominant characteristic of a living being. Forget emotion or maternal instinct or self-preservation or a beating heart – everyone has to eat. Food is a part of pop culture (think Lady Gaga’s meat dress), food can be political (remember when Donald Trump was strategically photographed enjoying a taco bowl?), and food can also...

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Mussel cider pot

Published on January 5, 2017

What we really love about this recipe is that it can easily be adapted to cook in your potjie on the beach, at the braai – wherever your fancy takes you. And a South African summer just isn’t the same without at least one seafood get-together.

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Top tips to start 2017 on a healthy note

Published on January 4, 2017

Welcome to the new year! It’s the time to start fresh, set up your new year’s resolutions and let go of all things last year. The after-effects of all the recent festive feasting may still be lingering, but here are some top tips for restoring balance and keeping healthy this year.

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H2O with a twist

Published on January 2, 2017

Hydrating and healthy, the humble jug of water has never tasted so good than with it’s infused with fruit, vegetables and herbs.

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Brinjal sandwiches with spinach and feta

Published on January 2, 2017

One unsung hero in the food world is the genius idea of brinjal toasted sarmies. For even more flavour, and a bit of satisfying crunch, coat your brinjal slices in seasoned breadcrumbs before frying. You can thank us later.

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