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Florentines

Florentines

  • Post published:February 23, 2017

A scrumptious treat of fruit, nuts, sugar and chocolate, these are commonly made round like a biscuit. But we decided that turning them into bars a great idea and you can wrap them in baking paper and pop them in your lunchbox for a snack as well!

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J’Something in the kitchen

  • Post published:February 23, 2017

You may know him as the lead singer in the local group Mi Casa, but in the past year, J’Something has forged his way into the foodie scene, starring in his own cooking show, appearing at nationwide expos and, this year, opening a restaurant in Menlyn, Pretoria.

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Read more about the article Banana flapjacks with maple syrup
Banana flapjacks with maple syrup

Banana flapjacks with maple syrup

  • Post published:February 22, 2017

These flapjacks are perfect for when you’re trying to cut out refined sugar, but still crave a delicious, sweet-tasting breakfast. The combination of bananas, eggs and coconut flour will keep you filled and satisfied without the sugar crash.

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La Tête on Bree

  • Post published:February 18, 2017

Commonly known for its meaty French cuisine, La Tête has officially earned the title of one of Cape Town’s top new restaurants opening in 2017 by CNN. Located on Bree street, La Tête has received incredible reviews - and who better to thank than chef Giles Edwards.

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There’s no sugar-coating the negative effects of free sugar on our health

  • Post published:February 15, 2017

By now we know the addictive nature of sugar and many of us are still falling prey to it. The kick we get from having a sugary bite releases our happy hormones, opioids and dopamine, that have both been linked to the same addictive nature of drugs like cocaine. So, in knowing the grip that sugar has on us and the long-term health implications of obesity, diabetes and heart conditions, what can we do to reduce our risk?

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Behind the scenes at Vrede en Lust Estate with Chef Johan van Schalkwyk

  • Post published:February 14, 2017

Compared to most chefs, Johan may have had a bit of a late start, only entering the industry when he was 28. He started out as a chef at a chateau in France, where he fondly remembers the time spent wandering through the kitchen garden, a basket of vegetables and herbs on his forearm, carefully picking fresh produce for the day. These days, Johan heads up the kitchen at Vrede en Lust’s Lust Bistro & Bakery, cooking and baking (make sure that you taste the sourdough!) fresh and fuss-free fare at one of the most renowned eateries in the foodie centre of Franschhoek.

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