Published on June 19, 2023

We sat down with self-taught cook, wife, mother of two and social media influencer Mmule Setati (@feed_my_tribe) to find out more about her cooking journey and what it was like to write her first cookbook Feed My Tribe. How did you get into cooking? Can you share some of your earliest food memories?  My food […]

Published on June 6, 2023

This month, we whisk you away to Europe to explore some of the traditional German dishes we all know and love, plus delicious sides, all with an MK twist.  Swabian-style potato salad  Serves 4 • Total Time 30 Min    Ingredients 1kg potatoes, peeled and quartered  ½ onion, finely chopped 1 cup beef stock  Salt […]

Published on May 22, 2023

Food that Loves You Back explores the versatility of vegetables – in all their shapes, flavours, textures, colours and smells. For vegetarians, vegans and those simply looking for new dishes to try, this book is an example of how seamlessly plant-based food can fit into all facets of life: everyday living, celebrations, family gatherings and […]

Published on May 18, 2023

Read on for the ultimate guide to burger-layering, making home-made relish, and roasting meat.  When it comes to building a home-made burger, believe it or not there are some helpful tools you can use to keep the juiciness, enhance the flavour and prevent a soggy bottom. With International Hamburger Day on 28 May, we’re taking […]

Published on May 15, 2023

Sweet, sour or zesty, these classic whiskey cocktails deserve a spot in your repertoire this World Whiskey Day on 20 May.   Old-Fashioned   Serves 2 • Total Time 10 Min   Ingredients  2 tsp sugar   6 dashes bitters   4 tsp water   6 ice cubes   ¼ cup whiskey   2 orange wedges or twists     Method Add […]

Published on May 9, 2023

To mark International Hummus Day on 13 May, we’re showing off just how versatile (and healthy) the humble chickpea can be.   Hummus with almond crunch  Serves 6 As A Snack • Total Time 15-20 Min  Ingredients FOR THE HUMMUS   2 cans chickpeas, drained   2 Tbsp olive oil   2 tsp tahini   1 clove garlic   1 lemon, […]

Published on May 8, 2023

Sjaan van der Ploeg’s pocket-friendly takes on classic vanilla cake: dust off your apron in celebration of World Baking Day on 17 May 2023. Four delightful, pocket friendly selections of the best takes on vanilla cake.  Basic vanilla cake with raspberry icing and white chocolate ganache  Serves 12 • Total Time 1 Hr 20 Min, […]

Published on May 5, 2023

Three chefs share the story of a memorable moment in the kitchen with a wonder woman who has moulded their lives – and what it taught them about food, about family and about life. Christi Nortier sits down with them to hear all about it.    The world is in a grain of rice   Ayabonga […]

Published on May 1, 2023

Burgers are so well-loved that they even have their own day on 28 May. We’re sharing our top 5 mouth-watering burger recipes you simply must try!    Rice and red kidney bean burgers with cucumber-garlic yoghurt  SERVES 6 // COOKING TIME 15 min  No longer just a side dish, it’s time for rice to take centre stage on […]

Published on April 26, 2023

Here’s how to make the most of your next grocery shopping trip! You’re tired after a long day at work, the kids are moaning from the backseat, and you can already envision the line of pre-dinner shoppers swarming the supermarket aisles. Don’t panic! There’s no reason to dread buying groceries if you do some clever […]