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A traditional eggnog

Published on December 2, 2016

We are back to a traditional eggnog recipe with this one, raw egg and all. Although raw eggs have no negative health implications, many people don’t like the taste. In our recipe, we mostly use the whipped egg whites for that ;lovely texture this jolly drink is known for. So if you aren’t into that as an option, feel free...

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Potato and pea curry jaffles

Published on December 2, 2016

We know it’s summer, but we also know how much we (and our fellow South Africans) love a good traditional curry. So we put together these spicy sarmies and freshened them up with lime and fresh coriander.

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How to host an olive oil tasting party

Published on December 1, 2016

Treat your friend to a new experience this festive season with an olive oil tasting.

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Home-made guacamole

Published on December 1, 2016

Let’s face it; avocados are the best thing ever. And nothing pays homage to the kingly avo more than a beautiful bowl of home-made guacamole. Tasty, spicy, and oh-so easy to prepare, we can’t resist adding this to almost everything, especially in summer.

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Wellness Wednesday: Cook yourself healthy with Imbo lentils

Published on November 30, 2016

The school holidays are nearing, your annual leave is just around the corner, and with the festive season in full swing who doesn’t want a homemade biscuit or two to share in the name of love, family and cosy celebration? Come January, grandma’s Christmas cookies might have overstayed their welcome leaving your jeans just a little tighter than they were...

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With 2 days left of diabetes month, it’s not too late to educate yourself

Published on November 29, 2016

Millions of people around the world are living with diabetes and the statistics only seem to be increasing. Many of these include children under the age of 14, the number of adults diagnosed as insulin resistant are estimated to have reached an astonishing 318 million. Let your knowledge of a better lifestyle and dietary choices help you and your loved...

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Meat-free Monday: Morogo and sweetcorn quiche

Published on November 29, 2016

Have you ever cooked with morogo before? It’s an absolutely delicious wild African spinach that is a much-loved veg staple in many southern African rural communities. If you can’t find it at your local supermarket, it can easily be substituted for regular spinach.

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Snoek sarmies with apple coleslaw

Published on November 27, 2016

Make the most of South Africa’s favourite catch of the day by prepping these yummy sarmies the night before and enjoying them as a work lunch. They also make a delicious addition to your summer picnic basket.

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Peri-peri chicken livers with sweet-potato wedges

Published on November 26, 2016

Every family has a secret chicken liver patė that they pass down from generation to generation. We flavoured our chicken livers with a home-made peri-peri and served them up with sweet potatoes. We then used the leftovers to make a patė worthy of any family recipe book.

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Why an apple a day will keep the doctor away!

Published on November 26, 2016

The sweetness and crunch of the ever-popular apple makes for a refreshing bite, but beside from it being a lovely snack, it’s also good to munch on for its many health benefits. Read on, to discover the wonders of the apple as well as our favourite fruity recipes!

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