Published on March 2, 2017

Smile! Because we’ve got halloumi kebabs on the menu today! This is one cheese that always goes down well when you have a crowd over, and when it is served on a stick surrounded by bright and sweet peppers, what more could you want? Even better, pop them on the braai for a bit of extra char before serving.

Published on March 2, 2017

The Italians taught us the winning combo of tomato and basil, now Royco has perfected the flavour in their ready-made sauce mix. Let's dig in!

Published on February 28, 2017

This Italian veggie and bean soup is hearty and filling - perfect for a nutrient-dense meatless Monday that won’t leave you missing the meat. It’s also a lovely way to use up stale bread or bread crusts.

Published on February 20, 2017

Chowder is a hearty, milk-based soup thta was brought to the shores of New England in the US. The original calls for seafood, but it can be made with chicken, vegetables, cheese, peas or potatoes (Manhattan chowder even uses tomatoes). We devised a yummy veggie option perfect for meat-free Monday.

Published on February 13, 2017

Pronounced ‘nyoki’, these little Italian dumplings are eaten like pasta. Depending on the region, they can be made with flour, potatoes, semolina, breadcrumbs or even ricotta. There is also nothing like the taste of brown butter; add in some cream cheese and you have mouth-watering, budget-friendly, meat-free meal.

Published on February 7, 2017

These Italian, stuffed rice balls are coated in breadcrumbs and then fried. They get their name because they look like little oranges which are called ‘arance’ in Italian. And we can guarantee they will be a hit as a bar snack at your next social do.

Published on February 6, 2017

Never fear the ‘death dish’ with MyKitchen around to help you out. This tomato risotto is light and fresh, making it perfect for summer, and meat-free Monday, of course.

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 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.