Another day, another TikTok recipe that goes viral and some questionable drinks make the rounds on social media. Get ready to shake, stir, and sip your way into these drink trends that really are worth trying! 

1. Matcha hot chocolate    

From strawberry to creamy chocolate – it’s inevitable that matcha will pop up on your ‘For You Page’ on TikTok. The naturally sweet and nutty flavour of matcha adds another layer of depth to your usual hot chocolate experience. Did you know that matcha aids digestion and contains many antioxidants? So, there’s no need to feel all too guilty about gulping down your new favourite hot drink!  

@tachepistachio matcha white hot chocolate season is here Ingredients: 1 cup pistachio milk Splash of vanilla extract Half of a white chocolate bar, chopped 2 tsp ceremonial grade matcha powder Toppings: Mini marshmallows, matcha powder, shaved white chocolate Instructions: 1. In a saucepan, combine milk of choice, vanilla extract, and chopped white chocolate. Place over low medium heat and stir until smooth and all the chocolate has dissolved. 2. Once smooth, add sifted matcha powder. Whisk everything together using a handheld frother. 3. Pour into a mug and top with mini marshmallows, more matcha powder, and shaved white chocolate. #matcha #matchalatte #matchalover ♬ last xmas – kpopvrycs⁷

2. Dalgona coffee 

Who can forget the famous Dalgona coffee that went viral circa 2020? This trend quickly became a staple in our kitchen – and for good reason. And all you need is water, sugar and instant coffee. Whisk it together until it turns into a fluffy cloud. Add ice and milk to enjoy this yummy, sweetened caffeine treat.  

@mxriyum Revisiting 2020 with this dalgona recipe using my trusty SMEG hand blender :,) #smegpartner #MySMEGKitchen ♬ original sound – Mxriyum

3. Bone broth hot chocolate 

Bone broth in your hot chocolate? Yes, that’s right! Bone broth hot chocolate may be a more unorthodox way of making your delicious chocolatey drink. This trend started floating around on TikTok with mixed reviews on the popular social media app. But what is the reason for this bone broth twist? Some say it is more nutritious than its more traditional (and downright delicious) alternative. And some reviews even say you cannot even taste the bone broth. You’ll have to decide for yourself. 

@thrivewithcandice Replying to @Emma Drooks | Holistic Health the easiest gut supportive drink for the colder months !! #bonebroth #bonebrothrecipe #bonebrothhotchocolate #gutfriendly #guthealthy ♬ original sound – Candice

4. Orange juice expresso 

Looking to mix up your regular morning cuppa? Orange juice espresso made its rounds on TikTok – and people did not hate it! What is it? This viral drink combines your two favourite morning drinks into one. The perfect (and interesting) kick start to your day!  

@morningmatters_ Would you try this drink? Bumble coffee is two part oranje juice and one part espresso. Try it with a sweet OJ and delight yourself with this refreshing sweet drink. #bumblecoffee #coffeedrinks ♬ original sound – morning matters

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Also read: Try these 3 viral TikTok milk recipes 

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Not only is bone broth a healthy source of nutrients, but it adds delicious flavour to winter dishes like this ravioli in bone-broth sauce with bacon.

SERVES 4 // COOKING TIME 35 min

INGREDIENTS
3 cups bone broth
1 tbsp soy sauce
500 g spinach and ricotta ravioli
2 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, sliced
½ red chilli, sliced
200 g packet bacon, chopped
½ cup rocket

METHOD
1. Place the bone broth and soy sauce in a large pot and bring to the boil over medium heat.
2. Add the ravioli to the broth mixture and cook according to the package time. Drain, reserving the broth for later.
3. Heat the oil in a pan over medium. Once hot, add the ravioli and pan fry for 2 minutes a side. Remove and set aside.
4. Add the garlic and chilli to the pan. Fry for 1–2 minutes until the garlic is golden brown. Remove from pan and set aside.
5. Finally, add the bacon and fry until crisp, about 8–10minutes. Return the garlic, chilli and ravioli to the pan and allow to heat through.
6. Divide the ravioli, garlic and bacon between bowls, reserving some bacon for the top.
7. Pour over the remaining bone broth, top with the extra bacon and garnish with rocket.

Recipe & styling: Kate Turner
Photography: Andreas Eiselen // HMimages.co.za

If you’re really keen to see what a great impact bone broth can have on your digestive system, give our gut-healing bone broth a try.

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Bone broth makes an excellent base for many comfort dishes, including this healthy braised lemon chicken with olives! Go for store-bought or home-made with your broth.

SERVES 4 // COOKING TIME 1 hour 25 min

INGREDIENTS
2 tbsp flour
1 tsp paprika
8 chicken thighs, with skin on
3 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
½ tsp fennel seeds
¾ cup olives
2 sprigs origanum, cut in half
2 sprigs rosemary, cut in half
1½ lemons, sliced
1½ cups bone broth

METHOD
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2. Mix the flour and paprika together and season with salt and pepper. Toss the chicken thighs in the flour mixture and set aside.
3. Heat the oil in a pan over medium and fry the garlic and fennel seeds until golden brown. Remove from the pan before adding the chicken.
4. Brown the chicken until the skin is crispy, about 2–3 minutes a side.
5. Transfer the chicken to a casserole dish and top with the garlic and fennel seeds. Add the olives, herbs, lemons and bone broth, cover with foil, and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

Recipe & styling: Kate Turner
Photography: Andreas Eiselen // HMimages.co.za

How about transforming your yummy braised lemon chicken into an immune-boosting lemony chicken and brown rice broth?

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Think twice before throwing your kitchen scraps in the bin. Waste not with this spicy herb bone broth using leftover chicken bones. It’s not only perfect for winter soups and stews but also contains immune-boosting properties.

MAKES 2 jars // COOKING TIME 3–4 hours

INGREDIENTS
Bones from 1 chicken
2 onions, quartered
4 carrots, halved
2 celery stalks, halved
1½ tsp red chilli flakes
1 bunch parsley
1 bay leaf
2 tsp peppercorns

METHOD
1. Add the chicken bones, onions, carrots and celery to a large pot. Fill the pot with water until it covers the chicken bones by 3 cm.
2. Bring to the boil and, using a ladle, skim off any bits and pieces that float to the top of the water.
3. Put the lid on and simmer for 3–4 hours.
4. Strain the broth and cool completely. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months, or the refrigerator for 3–5 days.
5. When ready to serve the broth, transfer to a pot and add the remaining ingredients. Simmer gently for 30 minutes. Season to taste.
6. Enjoy this dish as a warming and nutritional meal on its own or add it instead of stock to your soups and stews.

Recipe & styling: Elizabeth Mackenzie
Photography: Samantha Pinto // HMimages.co.za

Put your herb bone broth to good use in this bulgar wheat and lemongrass ginger broth with chicken.

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There’s never a wrong time to supplement your body with all the nutrients this gut-healing healthy bone broth has to offer!

SERVES 4 // COOKING TIME 2 hours

INGREDIENTS
1 kg beef bones
1 L cold water
2 tbsp apple-cider vinegar
2 onions, quartered
2 carrots, chopped
3 tbsp grated ginger
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tbsp miso paste
Bean sprouts, to serve
Chilli flakes, to serve

METHOD
1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Roast beef bones for 30 minutes.
2. Place bones in a large pot. Add cold water and vinegar.
3. Add onions, carrots, ginger, garlic and miso, and bring to the boil.
4. Turn down to medium-low and simmer for 2 hours. Every 20 minutes, skim off any impurities drifting at the top of the pot. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Ladle the broth into bowls. Top with sprouts and chilli.

Recipe & styling: Amerae Vercueil
Photography: Samantha Pinto // HMimages.co.za

Keen for a similar broth recipe? Make this meaty winter minestrone!

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Bone-based meaty broths are perfect for winter because of the vast array of health benefits they boast. This winter minestrone is budget-friendly, easy to make and packed with nutrients. Serve it up this chilly season to keep the cold at bay in the yummiest way possible.

SERVES 6 // COOKING TIME 60 mins

INGREDIENTS
2 tbsp olive oil
500g beef shin (including bones), cubed
1 onion, peeled and chopped
6 medium potatoes, roughly chopped
4 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
2 stalks celery, sliced
1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
3 tbsp tomato paste
1 tin chopped tomatoes
1 tin tomato purée
1L beef stock
1 tin kidney beans
1 tin chickpeas, drained and rinsed
200g pasta shells
Salt and black pepper
½ cup grated Parmesan
2 tbsp micro basil

METHOD
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef shin until sealed and golden, then remove from the pot and set aside.
2. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about four minutes, then add the potatoes, garlic, celery and carrot, and cook until they begin to soften.
3. Add the tomato paste and cook for 30 seconds, then add the tinned tomatoes, tomato purée, beef stock and sealed beef shin, bones included. Cook for a further 45 minutes.
4. Add the beans, chickpeas and pasta shells and cook until the pasta is al dente. Season and serve garnished with Parmesan and micro basil.

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