Published on December 10, 2016

Gather your loved ones, because Yuletide is almost upon us! And what could be more fitting than a traditional chocolate Yule log? We’ll show you the easy way to create a decadently rich chocolate filling rolled in the fluffiest chocolate sponge. Oh … did we mention chocolate?

Published on December 10, 2016

We love playing around with grains in the kitchen, and we love the idea of a tasty breakfast that’s also full of healthy fibre. Enter our barley flapjacks! We’ve also added in some buttermilk for extra fluffiness. Tuck in!

Published on December 9, 2016

It may seem strange, but these two roots when paired are a match made in heaven. This soup is wonderfully easy, with a complex taste that will have your guests wondering how long you spent slaving away over it! In fact, it’s perfect on all fronts: easy on the pocket and just as good served chilled on a boiling summer...

Published on December 9, 2016

I have always loved to bake and have long been renowned for my sugary prowess in the kitchen. I am that faithful friend who will arduously craft you a birthday cake – or a cheesecake with macadamia-nut brittle and salted caramel sauce – but only if I really, really like you. Baking, like most of life’s worthy endeavours, is perfected...

Published on December 9, 2016

Rooibos is one local ingredient we can never stop being thankful for, not only for its taste, but also for its diversity. Use it to cool down this weekend by making our tipsy rooibos iced tea.

Published on December 9, 2016

Vegetarians and meat-lovers alike will be clamouring for seconds when you place a bowl of this breyani in front of them. It’s fragrantly spicy and garnished with almonds, chilli and coriander.

Published on December 9, 2016

Whether you are looking for a colourful and impressive starter at this weekend’s braai or just love a good, hearty vegetarian dinner, our stuffed butternuts are for you, not to mention budget-friendly!

Published on December 8, 2016

The sun is beating down and the kids are splashing in the pool, the last thing you want to do is slave away in a hot kitchen, prepping dinner for the guests coming over tonight. Here are the basics you need to know to host during summer without breaking a sweat!

Published on December 7, 2016

If you are cooking for one, we definitely recommend our scrumptious lasagne wrap. You will have plenty of experimentation time in the kitchen and the result is a nourishing, comforting meal. And if this portion is too big, freeze the leftovers for another night, or take them to work with you for lunch.

Published on December 7, 2016

It’s official, you can add brandy to the list of foodie things South Africa does well. Three local brandies have been selected in a blind tasting among almost 600 other international spirits at the 7th Annual New York International Spirits Competition (NYISC).