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Mocktails versus wine: Can they really face off in the food pairing game?

Published on November 8, 2016

The mocktail has long been considered a responsible (albeit, less fun) treat for begrudging designated drivers, but these virginal drinks have recently evolved into something a lot more sophisticated.

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Bowls and things!

Published on November 7, 2016

As children, we all once sat on a high chair, with a brightly-coloured spoon in hand and a big bowl of something yummy on the table before us. Quite suddenly, adulthood beckoned and our spoon was replaced with a knife and fork, while our inviting bowl was exchanged for the more sophisticated dinner plate. We’re delighted to share that the...

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Eating out at home with the JHP Gourmet Guide

Published on November 6, 2016

Throw together restaurant-quality dishes in your own kitchen with the help of the inaugural JHP Gourmet Guide.

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Quick Q&A with Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel’s Planet Restaurant Sommelier, Pearl Oliver

Published on November 6, 2016

Pearl Oliver had always wanted to be a doctor. Despite her interest in medicine, life had other plans. While waitressing at Catharina’s restaurant in Cape Town, Pearl’s manager handed her a glass of Steenberg Sauvignon Blanc Reserve. She took a sip – and the rest is history. Now a sommelier at Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel’s Planet Restaurant, and in her...

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Chocolate – a healthy brekkie option?

Published on November 6, 2016

Ever since MK editor Heather wrote a blog post about her surprisingly healthy habit of eating chocolate cake for breakfast (and shared an amazing chocolate cake recipe, which you can find here), I have been wondering whether this brekkie trend is as good as it sounds. Eating chocolate for breakfast seems more like an early Christmas gift than something that’s...

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The Sandwich Baron has gone Banting!

Published on November 5, 2016

We have good news for all the low-carb lovers out there – South Africa’s biggest sandwich franchise, The Sandwich Baron, has recently revealed an additional Banting-friendly menu! Co-founder Sally J’Arlette-Joy felt the health benefits she experienced from following the wildly popular diet needed to be shared with the broader public. And so, the inspiration for […]

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Made in Morocco

Published on November 4, 2016

What’s entertaining without a beautifully set table? These mosaic-style prints, delicate patterns and intricate textures will take you and your guests on an exotic trip to Morocco.

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The Big Eat brings you local is lekker food on your TVs tonight

Published on November 3, 2016

Ever wondered what other people tuck into when they need a little comfort food in their lives?

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Tea for my one and only

Published on November 2, 2016

There is nothing quite as indulgent as a high tea, enjoyed in a picturesque setting. One&Only Cape Town has now added a morning high tea to their scrumptious repertoire. The morning tea will include everything we have come to expect from the hotel’s luxurious afternoon teas, plus the added fun of a weekly theme!

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Miles Kubheka on his BEEEG dreams

Published on October 30, 2016

Miles ‘Vuyo’ Kubhek modelled his business on the character from the Hansa Pilsner ads. You know, ‘Vuyo – he’s such a beeg, beeg dreamer!’ Some years later, the former software developer has two restaurants, five food trucks, two street carts and even beeger dreams. We caught up with him over a beer.

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