Skopo, otherwise known as “Smiley” is a classic South African delicacy. The meal consisting of a sheep head gained notoriety amongst Zulu taxi drivers and is now found at every taxi rank or township corner throughout South Africa. Over generations, it has become a street food enjoyed by mostly commuters at taxi ranks and bus ranks because of its affordability and filling nature. Now it has grown in popularity being included in most high-end nightclub scenes and cuisine spots around the township and middle-class communities. Getting fall-off-the-bone tender Skopo with rich, meaty flavour takes careful preparation. In this handy tutorial,…
Vegetable & halloumi skewers with rosemary & thyme butter basting Why settle for plain butter when you can indulge in Parmalat’s tasty range of flavoured butter? Melt it, fry it…
Loadshedding Halloumi Salad Halloumi cheese is the star of the show in this vegetarian and loadshedding friendly halloumi salad recipe! Once crisped in a pan or on the grill, this cheese becomes amazingly crispy on the outside and melty on the inside. TOTAL TIME 10 minutes | SERVES 2 INGREDIENTS For the salad 300 g Asparagus spears, woody ends snapped off 1 Eggplant, cut into 1cm thick slices 2 Red peppers, roughly chopped 200 g Halloumi cheese, cut into 1cm thick slices 2 tbsp Olive oil For the dressing Small bunch flat leaf parsley, roughly chopped ½ Shallot, finely chopped…
Canned fish often goes overlooked in the realm of culinary delights, overshadowed by its fresh counterparts. However, these convenient and versatile treasures of the sea deserve a place…
We’re venturing out to the Deep South this weekend in search of some of the best breakfast spots. But where exactly is the Deep South? For anyone who doesn’t know, Capetonians fondly refer to the area from Noordhoek all the way around the southern side of the Cape Peninsula ending in Muizenberg as the Deep South of Cape Town. The area encompasses the coastal suburbs of Kommetjie, Scarborough, Cape Point, Glencairn, Simons Town, Fish Hoek and Kalk Bay. There’s something magical about this part of Cape Town and its sleepy laidback suburbs, the locals are friendly and easy-going, but it’s…
Rosebank restaurants are in a trendy neighbourhood in Johannesburg. It’s located between the historic city centre, the bustling business district of Sandton, and the peaceful suburb of ‘parks.’…
Among Cape Town’s various cuisines, one savoury delight stands out as a timeless favourite – falafel. Rooted in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean traditions, falafel has won the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide with its blend of flavours and wholesome goodness. At its essence, falafel is a savoury and satisfying culinary creation crafted from chickpeas or fava beans, skilfully blended with aromatic herbs and spices. The mixture is then shaped into small patties or balls before being fried to a crisp golden brown. This combination of textures and tastes makes falafel a delightful treat. The origins of falafel trace back thousands…
These crispy-baked breakfast tarts are the perfect way to whip up a scrumptious breakfast or brunch! Start your morning right and indulge your tastebuds with these delicious crispy…
“Every year, in August, our country marks Women’s Month, where we pay tribute to the more than 20 000 women who marched to the Union Buildings on 9 August 1956 in protest against the extension of Pass Laws to women,” the South African government’s website stated last year in celebration of Women’s Month. This year marks the 67th Anniversary since 20 000 women stood up against unequal power relations, creating a conducive environment for following generations of women to take control of their lives. “In SA we are not at the point of equal opportunities in the cheffing industry,” Chef…
Certain foods have earned both admiration and skepticism, and liver is no exception. Often overlooked or avoided due to its distinct taste and texture, this organ meat is…