Published on July 1, 2024

Two Italian South African families give us a seat at their table to talk about their restaurants, heritage and adoration for the food philosophies that made them.  The one thing you’ll find in almost every South African town, for better or worse, is an Italian restaurant. We have an insatiable appetite for cheesy pizza, pasta […]

Published on June 21, 2024

Take a seat at our table with South Africa’s MasterChef SA alum Kamini Pather as she dishes put advice and a sizzling love for her craft.  It’s flawlessly executed, with high-end production, action-packed episodes as well as contestants that you simply can’t help but fall in love with – it’s MasterChef SA, and it’s back […]

Published on June 14, 2024

We chat to industry experts about their solutions to a healthier you and the journey to the best possible version of yourself.  It’s the start of a new year, which means we’re all feeling the effects of our indulgences over the festive season. Let’s face it – there’s something in the air around December time […]

Published on June 5, 2024

Happy World Milk Day (1 June)! From decadent milk toast to making your own mozzarella cheese (from scratch) – whip up a frenzy in the kitchen and try out these weird and wonderful viral TikTok milk recipes.   Milk toast  Move over French toast, there’s a new (and delicious) breakfast in town! Milk toast took #FoodTok […]

Published on May 17, 2024

The coffee shops around SA that should be on your checklist.  ‘ The Whippet Coffee  Randburg, Joburg  With the emphasis on family and community, it’s a home away from home. Their coffee is roasted by an all-female team and lovingly blended by experienced baristas. Whippet was also listed on the Eat Out Awards Top 50 […]

Published on May 9, 2024

We’ve all borne witness to the social media empire that Siba Mtongana has created by inviting us (her loyal fans) into her home, her life and her heart with candid family videos, funny memes and pure foodie greatness. We’ve shared some of our favourite moments that made us love this Queen even more.  

Published on May 9, 2024

Breakfast in bed is the ultimate Mother’s Day treat! Spoil the mom figure in your life like the queen she with one (or more) of these delicious breakfasts.  Perfect pancakes easy enough for kids to make Total Time 15–20 minutes // Makes 18–20   Ingredients    2 cups (500 ml) cake flour, sifted  2 tsp (10 ml) baking powder  […]

Published on May 2, 2024

She needs no introduction – from bestselling cookbooks to international awards, Siba Mtongana has made her mark with culinary delights that fill the stomach and soul. And she’s got more up her sleeve, says Editor Chad January.  It’s magic. When she thinks back to her days in the kitchen with her mom cooking up a […]

Published on April 8, 2024

Mushrooms not only pack an umami punch, but they’re also low in calories and full of fibre, potassium, and vitamin C. Here are the basics:  Choose mushrooms with a full-bodied shape, smooth caps and no bruises or discoloration. Skip any that have a slimy appearance and soft texture.  Before using, give the mushrooms a scrub […]

Published on April 5, 2024

Our Editor puts two classics. ahkni and biryani, in the limelight with his failproof ways to pack flavour and authenticity into each spoon full of deliciousness  Chicken biryani Serves 4 If using chicken breast fillets, keep them quite large and chunky and reduce the cooking time to about 35-45 minutes as they’ll cook faster than […]