Food Talks

Love it or hate it, the history of Christmas cake is a must-read!

Published on December 12, 2018

It’s an age-old tradition that’s either adored or despised! Christmas fruitcake is known for its dense, heavy consistency and rich aromatic flavour that is always enjoyed during the festive period. Whether you love it or hate it, we decided to explore the history of the Christmas cake with you this week, as well as a delicious bonus recipe!

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3 of SA’s top food bloggers will be heading the demos at The Dessert Expo in Cape Town

Published on October 25, 2018

The Dessert Expo is excited to announce that three of South Africa's top food and baking bloggers will be sharing their recipes, tricks & tips over the expo weekend. In no particular order, we would like to introduce to you

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Uber Eats uncovers what South Africans love eat

Published on October 12, 2018

We South Africans are major foodies! With an incredible variety of local cuisine, mixed in with some international flavours and dishes, South African food is a unique indulgence for locals and tourists alike. Uber Eats is uncovering what South African citizens really enjoy and what they can’t stand to eat.

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Local AFRIKOA Chocolate wins International Great Taste Award

Published on October 2, 2018

This year the world’s most prestigious food awards, Great Taste, announced that local South African chocolate brand AFRIKOA won the Great Taste Award for its 55% Semi-Sweet Dark Chocolate.

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Rooibos – A uniquely South African story

Published on September 21, 2018

Rooibos is produced from the plant Aspalathus linearis, a leguminous shrub unique to the Cederberg Mountains around the town of Clanwilliam and indigenous to the Western Cape of South Africa. It forms part of the Cape Floral Kingdom, commonly known as fynbos, and grows nowhere else in the world.

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Our top 10 local cookbooks

Published on June 28, 2018

Local is lekker so we’re sharing our top 10 local cookbooks with you today. Happy feasting! Let us know which one you'd love to get your hands on. 

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What is the best local dish from your province?

Published on June 18, 2018

No matter where you are in our beautiful country, you will be met with a rich variety of traditional meals that date back to the very start of South Africa’s formation. Keep reading to see the best local dish from your province. You will know these amazing meals for either their taste, their popularity or both! 

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Cook with Danie and Fritz at Allesverloren

Published on June 8, 2018

Here to bust the myth that real men can’t cook are Allesverloen fifth-generation owner and cellar master Danie Malan and food blogger Fritz Brand. In a series of informative and entertaining interactive cooking videos, Danie and Fritz aim to provide practical tips for some incredible recipes, while unravelling the origin of Allesverloren’s best wines and pairings.

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History lesson: The bunny chow

Published on May 31, 2018

South African cuisine has a rich history of mixing cultures and interesting food discoveries. A Durban-original dish, the bunny chow is a delicious local curry traditionally placed in the hulled-out centre of a half loaf of bread. 

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Breaking down the Royal Wedding cake

Published on May 24, 2018

The royal wedding came, went and stole our hearts in the process. While we can go on and on about the wedding, we must make mention of the couple’s fabulous three-piece royal wedding cake!

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