Published on February 17, 2023

Mixed veggie paella for the braai  SERVES 6 // COOKING TIME 40 min  Light up the fire and let this mixed veggie paella simmer on the braai while you enjoy a cold one with your mates. Sounds like an exciting time to us!  INGREDIENTS 3 tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, grated 2 cups long grain rice 2 tsp smoked […]

Published on February 15, 2023

White chocolate and strawberry popcorn Popcorn is high up on our list of tasty snacks: it’s crunchy, salty (or sweet) and you can eat a whole bucketload! Try our white chocolate and strawberry popcorn.  MAKES 4 cups // COOKING TIME 25 min  INGREDIENTS 100g white chocolate chips (optional) ¼ cup strawberry jam ½ tsp salt 3 cups popcorn (±2 tbsp kernels) ½ cup dried […]

Published on February 13, 2023

Forget the pang of multiple pots and pans, and keep it simple and delicious with these one-pot wonders. Not sure about where to start? Here are some of our yummy one-pot meals. (Cleaning up afterwards will be a breeze, too!)  One pot chicken dinner Serves 4 | Cooking time 40 minutes   Ingredients  1 kg chicken drumsticks & […]

Published on February 13, 2023

Single with no desire to mingle? It’s the perfect day to practice self-love and to treat yourself to this delicious 3-course solo dinner menu. Happy Valentine’s Day!  Starter: Phyllo veggie parcels  Cooking time ± 90 minutes  Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 100g mushrooms, sliced 2 baby marrows, sliced lengthways 1 brinjal, sliced lengthways 3 tbsp […]

Published on February 7, 2023

Show mom just how much you love her with these adorable Valentine’s sweet treats.   Cereal love bites   Makes 10 • Total Time 1 Hour   Ingredients 400g marshmallows (pink and white)  ¼ cup butter  5 cups puffed rice  80g white Chocolate, melted  pink gel food colouring (optional)  2 tbsp colourful sprinkles   Method 1. Grease and […]

Published on February 6, 2023

Sweethearts on a shoestring, these date-night desserts won’t break the bank (or any hearts)!  Fiery and fruity crêpe cake   Serves 8 • Total Time 20 Min (Plus 1 Hour Resting Time)  Ingredients FOR THE CRÊPES 4 eggs   1L milk  ¾ cup sugar  1 tsp vanilla extract  2 cups flour  ½ tsp salt  ¼ cup […]

Published on February 3, 2023

This mango, orange and chilli prawn cocktail is everything and then some! Fruit and veg such as carrots, citrus and stone fruit get their bright orange colour from pigments called carotenoids. They tend to be high in vitamin C and potassium and boost your immune system and maintain good eye health. SERVES 4 TOTAL TIME […]

Published on January 31, 2023

The way to a person’s heart is through their stomach, so skip the salads and make a beeline with comfort food.  Southern fried chicken   Serves 2 • Total Time 20 Min (Plus 1 Hour Marinating Time)  For the chicken 1 chicken braai pack salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup buttermilk 2 cloves […]

Published on January 26, 2023

Ever hear about The Five Love Languages? Developed by family counsellor Gary Chapman, The Five Love Languages explore the ways we express and receive love. Take our quiz to see what your food love language is:   1. It’s your partner’s birthday. How do you celebrate and spoil them?  A.Wake up early and make their fav. […]

Published on January 23, 2023

Creamy, gooey yumminess that melts in your mouth – why would anyone want to avoid cooking this mouth-watering Italian dish? Here are a few tips to help you make a risotto that will leave your special someone wanting more and more… 1. Use short-grain risotto rice   If your rice is mushy and can be […]