Published on February 2, 2017

Who says Valentine’s Day cant be celebrated with the girls? Whether you’re single and looking to mingle, or in a happy and committed relationship, it’s always necessary to celebrate friendship - and what better way to celebrate than sipping on cocktails and indulging in tasty treats with your best friends?

Published on February 1, 2017

Sam Linsell, South African food stylist and the mastermind behind the popular blog Drizzle and Dip, adds a secret ingredient to her all-time favourite roast chicken dish that results in the most succulent bird.

Published on February 1, 2017

To celebrate the month of love and our one true love, chocolate, we challenged Chef Westley to create a choccy-inspired savoury dish just for us, but in true Haute Cabrière style, of course. We were definitely not disappointed as we scooped up every bite of his grilled springbok leg and dark chocolate sauce, served with grilled peaches and crispy kale....

Published on January 31, 2017

We turned to Cape Sommelier, Ewan Mackenzie to find out what you need to know about the changing wine game.

Published on January 31, 2017

Get creative in the kitchen and crumb your chops in some polenta. We all know pork and tomato go amazingly together, so whip up a zingy sauce to serve them with and add some broccoli for a happy, wholesome meal.

Published on January 31, 2017

With the many public holidays and commemorative days decorating our calendar, it’s hard to remember which ones are truly worth the celebration. Every year on 31 January those with a bibulous bend should not forget to raise their cocktail glass in a toast to Brandy Alexander Day - the only cocktail to have a day officially named in its honour.

Published on January 30, 2017

We can’t wait to try out this powerhouse of a meal as our meat-free Monday dish. And did you know that buying spinach by the bunch is cheaper than buying it by the bag? Store it in a bowl of water in the fridge, with the stalks still attached, to keep the leaves crisp until you need them!

Published on January 28, 2017

Having guests over for a braai or a light and summery lunch this weekend? No starter will go down so well as a this smoked snoek pâté served with a selection of crackers, cheese, pickles and fresh fruit.

Published on January 27, 2017

Sometimes time just gets away from you and it’s at moments like these when a cooking shortcut becomes your saving grace. Having this recipe in your arsenal will take dishes like sandwiches or salads from mediocre to magnificent in a jiffy.

Published on January 27, 2017

Good coffee, beer and whiskey. We are pretty sure we don’t have to say much more, but this amazing deconstructed stout float is just what you need when you feel like a rich sip on a summer’s evening.