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With love from the twins

Twin chefs cooking for the love of food, PLUS their ABC home-made froyo

Post published:March 5, 2017

They came. They cooked. They conquered. That is the motto of twins, Lebo and Tebo, who are cooking their way through the kitchens of Pretoria with their success in hosting pop-up dinners for those who enjoy quality food in the comfort of their own homes. In addition to that, they are regular contributors to food magazines, have cooked for the folks over at Top Billing and have been featured on The Gareth Cliff Show at cliffcentral.com.

Ribollita

Post published: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.

Chicken koftas, butterbean hummus and dip

Chicken koftas, butter-bean hummus and dip

Post published:February 25, 2017

Something between a meatball and a sausage, chicken koftas are great as an appetiser for when you have guests over. But you can make a meal of them as well with a few fresh flatbreads and a salad.

Delheim 2016 Mushroom Hunts HR (3)

Fungi fever at Delheim’s Mushroom Forages

Post published:February 20, 2017

It’s that time of year again! Delheim Estate is ready to open up the captivating world of the intriguing fungi and teach you how to forage these delectable delicacies. Your hosts are Nora Sperling-Thiel and Gary ‘The Mushroom Fundi’ Goldman, both are talented forage educators, who lead the mushie hunt along with the family’s incomparable Jack Russells.

5 kitchen time wasters

5 simple hacks for the kitchen time wasting you didn’t know you were guilty of

Post published:February 17, 2017

We are all about convenience and fun in the kitchen, and certain cooking chores are anything but. There are probably some things you do that you take as standard in food prep, and we do them too because it’s the way people have always done them. Let us help you save time and effort in the kitchen with five super helpful tips and tricks you never thought you needed.

Espresso, choc chip, peanut butter and mint smoothie

Espresso, banana, peanut butter, dark chocolate chip and mint smoothie

Post published:February 17, 2017

This smoothie provides a kick of antioxidants from the dark chocolate and the coffee, and a good dose of protein from the peanut butter. Perfect if you are trying to stay healthy, need a pre- or post-gym snack, or need to curb a sugar craving.

Gnocchi with spinach, cream cheese and brown butter

Post published: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.

Dutch baby pancake

Post published:February 12, 2017

Have you ever tried this method of pancake making? Also known as a German pancake or a Dutch puff, it’s a sweet popover served for breakfast. And for puffiest pancake around, we recommend you beat the batter with a whisk to incorporate as much air as possible, preheat the pan so the batter is sizzling before it’s even in the oven and serve it immediately so it doesn’t have time to deflate.

Champagne dinner

The One&Only Nobu Champagne Dinner Series

Post published:February 11, 2017

If you love Japanese cuisine, Champers and luxury, we are happy to tell you that the new head chef at Nobu, Harold Hurtada is joining forces with the team at the One&Only in Cape Town as well a number of iconic Champagne houses to bring you a series of evenings never to be forgotten.

How to enjoy cooking

How to enjoy cooking (even when you don’t)

Post published:February 10, 2017

Not everyone considers themselves to be the Jamie Oliver or Nigella Lawson of their kitchen. In fact, some people even wish to avoid the kitchen completely if they can! But despite the opposition, there are times when cooking is inevitable, and there are a few tricks to ease the mind and effort it takes to have dinner ready by hungry o’clock.