Published on December 5, 2022

Make side dishes that will be the main attraction – serving flavour and finesse worthy of celebration. A side dish shouldn’t be reduced to a sideshow. Arrive at any bring-and-braai with these on your arm and you’ll be the main attraction. Honeyed seed, nectarine and goat’s cheese salad Serves 4-6 Total time 15 min Ingredients […]

Published on December 5, 2022

Keep the kids occupied with these cute treats you can make – and gobble up – together. How to make melted snowman marshmallow biscuits Makes 20 biscuits Total time 20 min Ingredients Icing sugar 1 1/2 cups Water 3 tbsp Chocolate 1/2 slab Vanilla biscuits 20 Chocolate nibs 60 White marshmallows 10 Orange sweets 20 […]

Published on December 1, 2022

Summer is here! That means family get-togethers around the fire are on the horizon. From smoked chicken and classic snoek to halloumi and vegetable kebabs – here are four recipes to try on the hot coals. 1. Beer-smoked chicken Serves 6 Cooking time 2 hours Ingredients For the chicken 1 whole chicken 330ml can of […]

Published on December 1, 2022

Vive la France! Well, kind of. It’s not only the French who have a way with cheese – we looked all across Europe for this Continental cast of delicious dairy starters. 1. Caprese salad Christmas tree Serves 8-10 Total time 15-20 minutes You will need: Baby gem lettuce hearts, leaves separated 4 Fior di latte […]

Published on November 7, 2022

These delicious granadilla ice lollies will be a favourite with the kids all season long! Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 5 min Makes: 8 Ingredients 2 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp chopped mint ½ cup water 1 cups granadilla juice 4 granadillas, pulp removed ¾ cups ginger beer TIP: Feel free to use store-bought granadilla […]

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 September 2, 2022

We’re going back to basics with these fun local recipes that are sure to bring back memories and make your tastebuds go ‘mmmm’   Mosbolletjie Muffins With Honey Butter SERVES 10 •  TOTAL TIME  2 hour 30 min INGREDIENTS Butter 55 g Milk ¾ cup Water ¼ cup White grape juice ½ cup Cake flour […]

Published on August 18, 2022

This shepard's pie with a cheesy potato topping will transport you back to your childhood in the best way possible. It is comforting and oh-so-tasty.

Published on August 11, 2022

The wine world is a complex one, but colour is a language we all seem to understand 

Published on August 10, 2022

Who doesn’t love a good cupcake? Go ahead and try these fun ideas at your next birthday bash!   Lemon poppyseed cupcakes  SERVES 14  •  TOTAL TIME  45 min, plus cooling Yoghurt ⅔ cup Vegetable oil  ⅔ cup Eggs 3 Zest of lemons 3 lemons Caster sugar 300 g Self-raising flour 300 g Salt ½ […]