Aiming to create an evolution in food culture, Chef Zanté uses her extensive knowledge of indigenous food as an instrument for sustainable development in cooking and will be sharing her insights at The Good Life Show 2024. For Zanté Neethling, cooking was always a family affair. Her fondest memories trace back to the kitchen, where she and her mother would whip up delightful meals, sharing laughter and love. However, it wasn’t until a friend in the culinary industry joined her for a breakfast spread that Zanté realised her potential as a chef. This turned into a pivotal moment, leading her…
This spinach and ricotta filling is the perfect pairing to all your favourite mains from roasted chicken to steak. It does not disappoint. ALSO SEE: Smashed avocado…
With an emphasis on friends gathering to enjoy great food, it comes as no surprise that Agrilla Meet and Cocktail Bar is a concept designed by business partners who are also buddies. A play on the word meat, Agrilla, which opened end of April at Pretoria’s largest entertainment and hotel complex, is an upmarket South African grill house and cocktail bar offering top-quality meat from a top local butcher. The restaurant’s unique offering creates engaging entertainment with a ‘theatre of dining’, using butcher blocks to slice a customer’s meat at their table. “We make our own drywors and biltong, our…
The ‘Greatest Shoal on Earth’ is set to arrive on the KZN South Coast shores in the coming weeks, bringing with it one of the best ocean spectacles.…
Franschhoek is set to once again dazzle and delight as it gears up for another spectacular Bastille celebration, in partnership with global financial services business, Prescient. Mark your calendars for the 13th and 14th of July 2024, as the Cape’s very own French outpost gears up for a weekend extravaganza of gastronomic delights, exquisite wines, and all things French heritage. Renowned for its culinary prowess and world-class wines, the Franschhoek Wine Valley invites you to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of French culture during the annual Bastille commemoration. Whether you choose to indulge in the abundant wine tastings within…
Mouth-watering sensation awaits with our lamb knuckle curry. This dish is so inviting from beginning to end – each bite so juicy and flavoursome. Enjoy! ALSO SEE:4-Ingredient meatball…
Kitchens are truly the heart of every home. A place where families bond and create special memories through the making of meals and spreading love. A very important partner to making delicious meals and exploring culinary visions is the oven. As our ovens provide us with a means to create delight, it is essential that they too undergo some regular TLC. Why is oven cleaning essential? When it comes to appliances it is important to always maintain proper hygiene. These tools are prone to getting dirty. Ovens especially can be very difficult to clean due to their size and the…
Fairview Cheese, one of the most recognisable dairy brands in South Africa and currently the largest producer of specialty cheeses in the country, proudly took the stage at…
Father’s Day is around the corner and it’s time to celebrate the dads in our lives with gifts that reflect their unique personalities and interests. Whether your dad is a style guru, a braai master, an outdoor adventurer, or a bookworm, there’s something special out there to make his day memorable. Here are a few suggestions to get your imagination, and your credit card, working overtime: For the foodie dad No man should be without a decent chilli oil. It’s basically a braai staple, never mind the perfect ingredient for pasta, pizza and more. Have a look at the Banhoek…
We’ve all experienced it: reaching for a loaf of bread on the kitchen counter only to find it’s gone rock hard and nearly impossible to cut. While turning…