Published on October 28, 2022

Summer is here! It’s the perfect time to be out and about. Here are some great local hotspots you can visit whether you’re keen for a quick drink, a fun night out with your friends, a fine-dining experience or just a lovely Saturday brunch outing.  Western Cape Perfect for: Fine dining  FYN Restaurant  Dining at […]

Published on October 26, 2022

Gather the troops and get ready to tuck into this lip-smacking barbecue chicken pizza, all baked in one tray to save you time and fuss!

Published on October 24, 2022

Time to unpack your blankets and baskets we’re going on a picnic! You can play with flavours and add extra fillings to these swirls, try bacon, feta, spinach or olives next! MAKES 25-30 TOTAL TIME 1 HR Vegetarian INGREDIENTS Red onion, finely chopped 1 Sun dried tomatoes, finely chopped 8 Rosemary, finely chopped 1 tsp […]

Published on October 24, 2022

A fresh, health-conscious diet is the perfect way to celebrate fresh seasonal produce. Go on, entertain in style! Serves 4 Prep Time 25 min Cook Time 5 min INGREDIENTS Cauliflower couscous 1kg cauliflower, cut into florets 1 tsp sea salt flakes 300g frozen peas 300g snow peas 1 cup mint leaves, chopped 1 cup coriander […]

Published on October 24, 2022

These refreshing salad recipes will be a major hit at your next dinner party.  1. Spring salad Prep time: 7 min Cook time: 8 min Serves: 6-8 INGREDIENTS 3 eggs Half a cup of olive oil Juice and zest of 1 lemon 1 tsp mustard Salt and black pepper 1 bunch radishes, thinly sliced 1 […]

Published on October 24, 2022

Take a culinary trip to Vietnam with this delicious zesty dish! SERVES • TOTAL TIME 1 HR INGREDIENTS FOR THE LEMONGRASS PASTE Ginger 2 tbsp Garlic cloves, minced 6 Lemon grass 2 stalks Honey 2 tbsp Lime juice 1/4 cup Fish sauce 2 tsp Oil 2 tbsp FOR THE SWEET STICKY SAUCE Brown sugar 1/4 […]

Published on October 24, 2022

Who needs takeaways when you can create tempting Eastern flavours in your own kitchen? ‘Thai cuisine combines hot, sweet, sour and cool tastes in every meal,’ says Kai Hutchinson, owner and head chef of Kai Thai restaurants.   Beef Stir-fry   SERVES 4 HANDS ON 10 min   INGREDIENTS 350 g beef stir-fry strips 2 […]

Published on October 24, 2022

Have fun decorating your cupcakes with these froggy fondant decorations!   INGREDIENTS 12 vanilla cupcakes   FOR THE FONDANT 500 g white fondant icing Blue food colouring Green food colouring Cornflour 1/2 cup icing   EQUIPMENT Rolling pin A round glass (as wide as the cupcake) toothpick   Tip: Ask an older family member or […]

Published on October 10, 2022

Delicious, refreshing and perfect for summer! Pomegranate smoothie Serves 2 Ingredients: 2 (640 g) pomegranates, seeds removed and set aside 1 cup Greek-style yoghurt 1 tbsp honey 1 (230 g) large banana, coarsely chopped Method: Divide 2 tbsp of the pomegranate seeds among the holes of an ice cube tray and top with water. Freeze […]

Published on September 2, 2022

We’re bringing back our childhood memories with these two heritage desserts: Cinnamon & white chocolate Cremora tart and Tropical pineapple fridge tart.