Published on February 17, 2025

Introducing the magic of unlikely food marriages. It’s evident that opposites attract when bizarre flavour pairings turn out to be delicious!   1. Beetroot  & chocolate  Earthy meets indulgent: The natural sweetness and earthiness of beetroot adds depth to the flavour profile of chocolate by enhancing its richness. Additionally, it gives baked items a velvety feel […]

Published on January 1, 2025

Dumplings are destined to become the next sushi, believes entrepreneur Tina Long. Christi Nortier chats to her about why they’ll be the next big thing – and how to make a party out of it.    “A lot of people look at me and go: ‘Home Bao’s recipe must be from your maternal or paternal grandmother. […]

Published on August 7, 2024

Culinary trailblazer, food icon, multi-award winner and cooking goddess are some of the terms synonymous with the name Dorah Sitole.   In celebrating Women’s Month this August, we felt it fitting to turn back the clock and pay homage to strong, creative and innovative female foodies – women who have become pioneers by breaking barriers […]

Published on July 22, 2024

Italians love their cheese, but understanding each one’s flavour profile and unique characteristics will ensure you allow this silky ingredient to shine – just like it should.    MATURE CHEDDAR   Cheddar is one of those well known, all-rounder, everyday cheeses. This version, however, is slightly drier as it has been aged, giving it a crumblier […]

Published on July 14, 2024

Let’s face it: we’re not all lucky enough to have a well-equipped kitchen filled with all the latest tools and fancy gadgets. Here’s our how-to on making do with handy household items that – with some clever thinking – can serve the same purpose as those nifty tools.  Pressed for a pasta machine   If […]

Published on July 7, 2024

Happy World Chocolate Day! We’re celebrating with our cups filled with these warm, viral TikTok hot chocolate recipes perfect for the colder months.   Blueberry white hot chocolate   Fitting in with winter-aesthetics seamlessly, this blueberry hot chocolate is just the warm beverage to pique your interest. It’s the blueberries that add a slightly tart, yet […]

Published on June 14, 2024

We chat to industry experts about their solutions to a healthier you and the journey to the best possible version of yourself.  It’s the start of a new year, which means we’re all feeling the effects of our indulgences over the festive season. Let’s face it – there’s something in the air around December time […]

Published on June 5, 2024

Happy World Milk Day (1 June)! From decadent milk toast to making your own mozzarella cheese (from scratch) – whip up a frenzy in the kitchen and try out these weird and wonderful viral TikTok milk recipes.   Milk toast  Move over French toast, there’s a new (and delicious) breakfast in town! Milk toast took #FoodTok […]

Published on May 9, 2024

Breakfast in bed is the ultimate Mother’s Day treat! Spoil the mom figure in your life like the queen she with one (or more) of these delicious breakfasts.  Perfect pancakes easy enough for kids to make Total Time 15–20 minutes // Makes 18–20   Ingredients    2 cups (500 ml) cake flour, sifted  2 tsp (10 ml) baking powder  […]

Published on May 2, 2024

She needs no introduction – from bestselling cookbooks to international awards, Siba Mtongana has made her mark with culinary delights that fill the stomach and soul. And she’s got more up her sleeve, says Editor Chad January.  It’s magic. When she thinks back to her days in the kitchen with her mom cooking up a […]