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Chef Craig Paterson launches a spectacular new summer menu for The President Hotel

Published on November 24, 2016

If ever you find yourself, tired and (most importantly) hungry after a particularly long week at work, we suggest you make your way to The President in Bantry Bay. Walk through the hotel doors, find a sunny poolside spot, order a Pina Colado and peruse the kitchen’s shiny new summer menu.

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We’re in(to) a real pickle!

Published on November 23, 2016

When it comes to lovely pickle-based condiments, there isn’t much variety or sophistication available on our local supermarket shelves. For this reason the wonderful and weird varieties sold at farmers’ markets, have become so popular amidst the foodie crowds. Like any truly discerning food-lover, we crave home-made, flavour-packed pickles and jams for our toast.

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Popular Sea Point pit stop, Strolla, launches a new breakfast menu

Published on November 22, 2016

Whether you are going for your usual early-morning stroll along the promenade or just looking for a scrumptious pre-work brekkie, Strolla’s new menu has something for everyone. You can enjoy your meal either in the relaxing and elegant dining area reminiscent of the Mediterranean seaside or you can soak up some sun on the patio while taking in the ocean...

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South Africa’s Top 10 have restaurants have been announced!

Published on November 21, 2016

It started with 20 of the country’s most delicious and stylish restaurants and a panel of anonymous judges to critically review them. Now, the wait is over and the 2016 Eat Out Mercedes-Benz Restaurant Awards have been named. Here’s the list of the 10 restaurants where you should be booking a table:

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Quick Q&A with Lungi Nhlanhla

Published on November 20, 2016

From MasterChef to opening her own business, Lungi Nhlanhla is taking the foodie world by storm. When the youngest contestant on MasterChef SA made it to the finals, we paid attention. Then we watched as she took on the daunting role of food editor for Drum. Now, she is combining her love of food, writing and events management, in her...

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Festive feasting with Tsogo Sun

Published on November 19, 2016

Earlier this year, Tsogo Sun hosted an astounding 11 course ‘Christmas in July’ feast for a group of food influencers. MK was lucky enough to score an invitation to the foodie spectacle. Now, Christmas is almost upon us, and we have the inside scoop on what to eat from Tsogo Sun’s menus, this holiday season.

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Why going grass-fed is better for everyone, animals included!

Published on November 17, 2016

While doing our rushed mid-week grocery shopping, most of us probably don’t give the label on our meat a second thought. Despite the extra effort, knowing whether the beef you are putting in your basket has been grass-fed or not, can make quite the difference, to the quality of your meal and the environment! Choosing a grass-fed cut of meat...

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National Fast Food Day, the All Gold way!

Published on November 16, 2016

Looking for a reason to invite your family over for a tasty feast? Why not celebrate National Fast Food Day today, the ALL GOLD way?

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What does ‘gourmet’ even mean?

Published on November 14, 2016

You may have noticed the increasing use of the adjective ‘gourmet’ on the menu of just about any restaurant you walk into. From pizzas to burgers, to the humble ol’ sandwich, they all seem to get spruced up by slapping this promising label on to the menu description. But does this wordy addition have any actual bearing on what you’re...

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The world’s most exclusive potato chip

Published on November 13, 2016

This interesting concept was largely inspired by a stellar India Pale Ale and expertly executed by the Swedish National Culinary Team - introducing the worlds most potato exclusive chip!

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