Published on April 6, 2023

Road trips and padkos that includes meatballs, chicken sausage rolls and many other memorable budget recipes. Tuna sandwich with basil cottage cheese Serves 4 • Total Time 25 Min Ingredients ½  head broccoli 2 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp crushed garlic 250g smooth cottage cheese 15g fresh basil salt and milled black pepper 8 slices […]

Published on April 4, 2023

There’s a lot going on in the month of April: celebrations for Eid, Easter and Passover call for some clever tips and tricks to make this period less stressful and more magical. EASTER TREASURE HUNT On the face of it, an Easter egg hunt seems simple. But when was simple ever really that much fun? […]

Published on March 29, 2023

Loadshedding isn’t going anywhere, unfortunately. If you are stuck without electricity, the MyKitchen team shares their perfect family braai meals, where no electricity is needed.  Charred corn with coriander and garlic butter  Serves 4 • Total Time 15-20 Min  Ingredients 4 corn on the cob  glug olive oil   salt and milled pepper  ¼ cup butter, […]

Published on March 17, 2023

You have to do the groceries, so you may as well shop smart. Here are some ideas to make your meals go the distance.   Make Meat Matter Less  It’s easy to eat an entire piece of meat when it’s the main protein of your meal. So to make the meat go further, slice it up […]

Published on March 13, 2023

This article lists the top budget-beaters on our editor’s radar: Why 2-minute noodles are always in his pantry, flavour boosters, a splurge-free cocktail, budget-friendly desserts, how to maximise your freezer space. Chop Chop   One of my best kept secrets (well, not anymore) is to stock up on plenty of 2-minute noodles. They’ll not only […]

Published on February 21, 2023

This month, we give you a new outlook on the underrated frozen fruit and veggies. Not only does freezing extend shelf life, but they also lock in nutrients when freshly frozen. Frozen food has never tasted this fabulous! Nutritious and convenient, frozen fruit and vegetables are perfect for our busy lives.   Noodle bowls   […]

Published on February 13, 2023

Pancakes, anyone? Yes, always! To celebrate Pancake Day – also called Shrove Tuesday – we are giving you some failproof ways to make the perfect pancake.  But first: What is Shrove Tuesday? Shrove Tuesday, as it is known to many Christians, takes place the day before Ash Wednesday, 47 days before Easter. It is meant […]

Published on February 13, 2023

There are certain parts of an animal that people are often afraid to cook and eat. Case and point: offal. But this is most likely because we focus on textures and the thought of what offal is without regarding the health benefits of eating offal.  What exactly is offal? ‘Offal’ is used to describe the […]

Published on February 13, 2023

We get to know Penny Setti, sommelier and owner of Cape Town wine bar Penny Noire. She talks all things wine and what it means to be a woman in the business, and gives five quick tips on how to cook with wine: What budget-friendly wines would you recommend cooking with?  Adi Badenhorst’s Secateurs is both fun to have a glass while […]

Published on January 30, 2023

Looking for the perfect gift for your special someone this Valentine’s Day? A thoughtful 3-course meal might be just the answer. Still a kitchen newbie? Don’t sweat it! These tips from Sinoyolo Sifo will make you look (and feel) like a kitchen pro and will transform your evening into an unforgettable date night!     Who is […]