Published on November 14, 2023

A recipe that has taken the internet by storm. We break it down for you so you can make it home.  Editor Chad January has tried this viral recipe so you can make it at home to get loads of likes. Things are about to get cheesy, messy and delicious…  Rolled croissant sandwich   Serves […]

Published on November 10, 2023

An orange looking squash that’s not for kids. Find out how to make this epic drink from Marina Filippelli’s book Foolproof Picnic.  “I first created this drink (adapted from the Brazilian cachaça cocktail, traditionally made with either passion fruit, limes or coconut) to take to a party’, says Marina. ‘I combined the three classic batida […]

Published on November 9, 2023

Eating in the great outdoors is being reinvented with the help of Marina Filippelli’s picnic survival guide, Foolproof Picnic. The golden rule? It’s as simple, or as demanding, as you make it.  Walnut, parsley and sundried tomato babka   Makes 1 loaf Babka is a sweet braided bread but with this recipe, it’s been given […]

Published on November 8, 2023

Elevate your popsicle game this summer with this simple recipe. Lock in moisture and taste by wrapping, coating and folding extra flavour around these sweet treats.  3-ingredient chocolate covered strawberry yoghurt popsicles  Serves 6-8 Feel free to swap out the white chocolate for dark or milk chocolate. We know everyone has their favourite!  Ingredients  4 […]

Published on November 7, 2023

Whether you fancy a summer ratatouille, or a no-fuss baked tomato pasta, tomatoes are the versatile ingredient to see you through.   Endlessly versatile, tomatoes are bursting with flavour, juice and colour. These four ways bring out the very best in them.  Shakshuka   Serves 4 This North African dish of eggs poached in a spicy […]

Published on November 7, 2023

A buttery pastry base, silky egg custard and sharp seasoning will take your quiche from amateur to high-tea status. Getting a high-tea quiche right comes down to three things: a buttery pastry base, a silky egg custard and sharp seasoning. We build it from the base up and finish it off with three fabulous flavour […]

Published on November 7, 2023

Melons are a complete flavour burst on their own but with a little bit of sugar and spice, they get even better. Why not try it out yourself this summer?   The main melons found in SA stores are watermelons, spanspek (known as sweet melons or cantaloupe) and honey melon. Fresh produce markets often sell more […]

Published on October 27, 2023

Who says you can only get that delicious coffee aroma in your morning cuppa? These yummy recipes, from New York-style cheesecake to French toast and steak will entice you to get cooking with your brew.   Wake-up-and-go coconut and mint iced coffee  Serves 4 // Cooking time 10 minutes  Ingredients  Punnet mint leaves 4 glasses ice […]

Published on October 25, 2023

No matter where on the globe you are celebrating, everyone always looks forward to that one dish you only eat on Christmas day. From Malva puddings to tamales and even a bucket of KFC, find out which dishes make their annual appearance in these countries.  South Africa: Malva pudding  Like creamy milk tart and heavenly […]

Published on October 18, 2023

Lock in moisture and taste by wrapping, coating and folding extra flavour around chicken and fish – with something sweet at the end to tie it all up.  Baked coconut fish tacos  Serves 4  Ground oats make for a healthier crumbed coating, and adding extra coconut boosts flavour and fibre.  Ingredients  1 cup rolled oats 1/2 […]