Published on September 22, 2026

Hungry for something good to listen to? From foodie chats to fascinating food stories, these podcasts are serving up plenty of flavour.   Whether you’re cooking dinner, stuck in traffic or simply looking for something entertaining to listen to, a good food podcast can make the time fly. Podcasts take food beyond recipes by exploring […]

Published on September 20, 2026

From the South African braai to Japanese Yakiniku, Chef Jaycee Ferreira is a true master of flame. You can find him at the helm in the kitchen of a restaurant that brings two cultures together under one roof: East City Grill & Yakiniku (think South African steakhouse with Asian sensibility).    Tableside Grill  Yakiniku (“yaki” […]

Published on September 16, 2026

Forget the fluff and fanfare that often comes with fine dining. The partnership that produces these premium plates makes it accessible. Step into COY with Liezl Vermeulen, a dining destination where you’ll find echoes of African flavours.  At first glance, COY looks like a small restaurant, with Table Mountain towering behind it and huge yachts […]

Published on August 31, 2026

 Starting from different places, Zola and Onezwa have arrived on the same stage, each standing tall in her own spotlight. Neither feels like they’ve arrived yet. They’re both teachers and students on their journeys of food discovery and self-discovery.   In 2022, Zola and Onezwa’s paths crossed for the first time — on MasterChef SA […]

Published on July 5, 2026

Free-range chicken producer Noorsveld Chickens caught our eye with their extra-large, yellow-hued chicken – and a price point that caused a double-take. Liezl Vermeulen finds out if there’s something to crow about. Free-range chicken has become a status symbol in South Africa. If there’s an industrial chicken in your shopping basket in 2026, it likely […]

Published on June 18, 2026

 Zandile Finxa, the award-winning consumer scientist and chef nurturing South Africa’s renewed appreciation for sorghum, chats to Christi Nortier about their grandmother’s cooking, the ‘Sorghum Agenda’ and new ways to play with this ancient ingredient.     When we reach out to shake hands with Zandile Finxa, you can’t help but notice the delicate tattoo […]

Published on May 22, 2026

Craving your favourite Asian takeaway dishes without leaving home? The secret to creating it at home is in the sauce! These essential Asian-inspired staples will instantly elevate your fake-out feast.  1. Soya sauce  Sure, we love to drench our sushi in it, but soya sauce is the anchor to many Asian dishes. Made from fermented soybeans, this umami-packed sauce pours […]

Published on May 22, 2026

TikTok is serving up breakfasts that are as fun to watch as they are to eat. These scroll-stopping recipes aren’t just viral – they’re delicious and guaranteed to make your mornings a little more exciting.    1. Baked oats  From berry to carrot-cake and cinnamon-roll flavoured – viral baked oats recipes landed on our For […]

Published on May 8, 2026

Forget fancy cookbooks – the real kitchen hacks are passed down with love (and a dash of sass) from moms. The MK team shares some of their mothers’ most treasured tips and tricks that continue to inspire their cooking today.    Sjaan van der Ploeg, Deputy Food Editor  An overarching theme of my mom’s cooking over the years […]

Published on April 10, 2026

Experience a journey of flavour through pairing artisan cheeses with bold, Cape-inspired condiments and rare wines with Marble’s roaming cheese trolley curated by chef Karen Dudley.  Often the experience of a wine tasting can feel out of reach, calling for a trip to the countryside hidden among valleys and vineyards. Yet in the iconic hub of the V&A Waterfront stands the marvellous Marble Cape Town, which offers more than just a quick sundowner.   Founded by Chef David Higgs and entrepreneur Gary Kyriacou, Marble Cape Town has built a reputation […]