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From home cooks to wellness gurus: Foodies are taking over the health scene

Published on November 9, 2016

From advocates for going gluten-free to limiting fruit intake to lower sugar consumption, the internet has never been as saturated with health and wellness advice as it is right now. But the question is: how credible is this information?

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Get-up-and-go smoothie

Published on November 8, 2016

Get your vitamin fix in one big, delicious gulp by prepping this smoothie for tomorrow morning. With the vitamin E and magnesium from the peanut butter, potassium from the bananas, and protein and calcium from the milk and yoghurt, this yummy smoothie is the very best way to start your day.

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Go, go (wine) gadget

Published on November 8, 2016

What’s the next best thing about wine (after drinking it, of course)? Our list of the coolest and quirkiest wine accessories! Whip out your favourite bottle and take a gander at these tools that will revolutionise your drinking game.

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J’Something’s stout root fries

Published on November 8, 2016

In the words of J’Something himself, ‘Enjoy these Stout Root Fries on their own, or as a healthy baked snack, that just might be delicious enough to dethrone the classic potato chip.’

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Know your tea

Published on November 8, 2016

There’s nothing better than indulging in a steaming cup of well-brewed tea. We take a look at some of the more imaginative varieties, beyond good old-fashioned black tea.

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Mocktails versus wine: Can they really face off in the food pairing game?

Published on November 8, 2016

The mocktail has long been considered a responsible (albeit, less fun) treat for begrudging designated drivers, but these virginal drinks have recently evolved into something a lot more sophisticated.

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Spice of life

Published on November 7, 2016

The One & Only’s themed high tea reminded me of the importance of one of the most basic kitchen staples. It was a beautiful Saturday afternoon, Table Mountain basking in the glorious Cape Town sun, framed perfectly by the floor-to-ceiling windows of the One & Only’s Vista’s Lounge. It’s quite a sight you’re faced with […]

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Brinjal boats with tuna and tomatoes

Published on November 6, 2016

Eating canned tuna is a wonderful way to get your omega-3s. These tuna-stuffed brinjal boats are a lovely, light summer evening meal – and budget-friendly too!

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Heather’s Cuban chicken plait

Published on November 4, 2016

Cream cheese, chicken, fresh herbs, fragrant spices and, of course, buttery puff pastry is what Friday night dinner dreams are made of. And in the words of the creator herself, ‘You slice through the buttery, crispy pastry, revealing the hidden treasure that lies within… It’s the stuff of poetry.’

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2017 trend alert! Chocolate cake for breakfast

Published on November 3, 2016

Confession time: I’m not the biggest fan of food trends. I think food is best when left out of the trend scope and kept simple, yet delicious. Hey, that’s just me. But when the UK’s Independent announced a food trend on the horizon for 2016, it got my attention...

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