Published on September 26, 2026

Supporting your gut health doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Mpho Tsukudu shares everyday foods that can help nourish your gut with lentils and mussels to sourdough and kimchi.    In Your Health Starts in Your Gut, dietitian Mpho Tsukudu takes a practical approach to eating for a healthier gut. Rather than relying on expensive […]

Published on September 24, 2026

Protein maxxing is taking over social media. But what is it, is it actually good for you and how can you add more protein to your breakfast?    What is protein maxxing?  Protein maxxing is the latest food trend taking over social media, with people finding easy ways to add more protein to everyday meals. […]

Published on September 23, 2026

 Planning a picnic? Fill your basket with easy homemade nibbles from braaibroodjie scrolls to sweet Biscoff treats.     Braaibroodjie scrolls   Planning a picnic is all about keeping things simple, portable and delicious. Feel free to add your favourite store-bought treats to this incredible selection of homemade nibbles that are easy to prepare ahead […]

Published on September 22, 2026

Step into our kitchen for fresh, colourful spring salads packed with flavour. Perfect for your picnic basket, lighter lunches, side salads and bringing a taste of spring to your table.    Crispy calamari and watermelon with a mint, lime and chilli salad dressing  Serves 4  Ingredients   For the calamari:  500g calamari rings or tubes and […]

Published on September 21, 2026

Two authentic curries come together in one household, each boasting their own unique flavour. The spiced symphonies remind us why curry is entrenched in our South African culture.  Café Malay Style Chicken Curry    Serves 6 Ingredients   For the curry:  1.5 kg chicken thighs and drumsticks 2 Tbsp chilli powder 1 tsp each ground […]

Published on September 21, 2026

 Enjoy with samosas, pies, moons or your favorite savouries.  Makes about 2 cups   Ingredients   350ml tomato sauce 175ml vinegar (pour into the empty tomato sauce bottle to clean it out) 62.5ml methi masala 62.5ml sugar  For the vagaar:  30ml oil 1 tsp sesame seeds 6 curry leaves 2 green chillies, chopped 2 cloves garlic, […]

Published on September 20, 2026

 Great for weeknight braaing. If coals are costly, make it on a griddle pan instead. Serves 4   Ingredients    For the brined chicken:  6 (about 600g) chicken breast fillets 1L water ¼ cup salt 2 Tbsp brown sugar 2-4 cloves garlic, bruised 1 onion, sliced ¼ cup peanut butter 3-4 Tbsp hot water 2 Tbsp […]

Published on September 20, 2026

Discover Onezwa’s vibrant sorghum tabbouleh with grilled halloumi, a fresh, wholesome twist combining nutty grains, herbs and golden, salty cheese. Serves 4-6 (as a side)  Ingredients    1 cup sorghum 2 cups vegetable stock 1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley ½ cup finely chopped fresh mint 1 medium cucumber, diced 2 medium tomatoes, diced 1 […]

Published on September 16, 2026

This cake is one of the most viral recipes I’ve ever posted on my social-media pages. People went crazy over this cake and rightly so, because it is deliciously decadent. Turning one of South Africa’s favouritedesserts into a sponge cake was an inspired idea and I have no regrets.  Makes 1 × 20cm round cake  […]

Published on September 16, 2026

We paired these with half a portion of Fehmz’s red chutney, the perfect kick of heat to complement the creamy potato filling.  Makes 50   Ingredients    For the filling:  9 potatoes, peeled and cubed Salt, to taste ½ tsp turmeric 1 large red onion, chopped 2-3 Tbsp ground green chilli paste 2 tsp cumin powder […]