From wrapping whole potatoes for roasting and covering the tray for your next roast chicken to storing leftovers and even cleaning surfaces, tin foil is kind of an unsung hero in the kitchen. Since it’s such a versatile product, you’d think wiping it down and reusing it (like I do) is the best way to keep the box lasting for a couple of months. But is it really safe to reuse? We find out what the experts have to say. Is reusing tin foil safe? Yes, in most cases it’s perfectly fine to reuse. However, there are a few…
As Easter approaches, the aroma of freshly baked hot cross buns fills kitchens and what better way to celebrate than with a delicious bun and your favourite hot…
There’s a very specific kind of joy reserved for spotting hot cross buns back on the shelves. It’s warm, a little nostalgic, and smells faintly of cinnamon. Suddenly, Easter feels close enough to taste. But beyond their soft centres and glossy tops, hot cross buns carry a story that’s far richer than their spice blend. So why have these sticky, cross-marked buns become so tied to Easter? It’s a tale of seasons, symbolism and a little bit of rule-breaking. A bun with a past life Long before Easter baskets and chocolate eggs, early spring was already a time worth celebrating. In pagan traditions, people marked the…
Easter is a time for gathering, sharing and celebrating around a beautifully set table. Whether you’re planning a relaxed family lunch or a more elaborate feast, our curated…
A pristine kitchen countertop is a beautiful thing — and a completely unrealistic daily expectation. Between morning coffee, evening meal prep and everything in between, most surfaces collect crumbs, water spots and smudges faster than we’d care to admit. The good news is that the right countertop choice can make those inevitable messes nearly invisible. Interior designers are well acquainted with this challenge, and their preferred solutions balance good looks with genuine practicality. Here are five countertop materials and colours they consistently recommend for low-maintenance, high-style kitchens. Veined quartz in grey or taupe Engineered quartz has become one of the…
As we prepare for Good Friday tomorrow the appeal of the same old seafood dishes might not be as exciting as once before. Whether you observe the tradition…
Families and friends are invited to celebrate Easter Sunday in elegant surroundings at The Conservatory restaurant at The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel & Spa, where a specially curated three-course lunch will be served on the 5th of April 2026 (R895 per person). Set against the lush backdrop of the hotel gardens…
Easter arrives with a certain sweetness. It’s in the air, in the long weekend lunches… and very definitely in the chocolate aisle. But beyond the foil-wrapped bunnies and pastel eggs lies a story that’s older, richer and a little more unexpected than you’d think. Let’s unwrap it: It all started with an egg (long before chocolate) Before chocolate stole the spotlight, eggs were the original Easter treat. Across ancient cultures – from the Persians to the Romans – eggs symbolised new life, fertility and fresh beginnings. Think of them as nature’s way of saying: spring has sprung. When Christianity came along, Easter became a celebration of resurrection and renewal. The egg slipped easily…
There’s a reason a golden roast leg of pork never goes out of style. Crisp crackling, juicy meat and that irresistible, slow-roasted aroma make it the ultimate crowd-pleaser.…
Nothing says hoppy Easter like this giant Easter egg cookie! There’s something undeniably joyful about cracking open a chocolate Easter egg – but this year, we’re making it even better. Enter the giant gooey Easter egg cookie: part nostalgic treat, part over-the-top indulgence, and entirely worth sharing (or not). Think golden, buttery cookie dough baked into one oversized round, studded with chunks of chocolate and hidden surprises of crushed Easter eggs that melt into pockets of gooey sweetness. Crisp at the edges, soft and chewy in the centre, it’s the kind of bake that turns a simple Easter spread into…
Miso is a Japanese fermented paste that is rich with earthy, salty, umami and slightly funky flavour. It’s one of the most versatile fermented pastes (and there are…