Make entertaining look easy and add a little ‘mmm’ to your Easter menu this season with LANCEWOOD®’s versatile and award-winning Cream Cheese. Rich, creamy and utterly irresistible, South Africa’s favourite Cream Cheese is equally delicious spread on bread and crackers, baked into sweet treats and added into savoury dishes. Available in a range of flavours and snack-friendly formats, LANCEWOOD® Cream Cheese is the ultimate get-together go-to, and a must-have ingredient in your fridge. Let’s get you started with a few LANCEWOOD® Cream Cheese recipes guaranteed to turn any mealtime moment into a lasting memory. Double the delicious Cheesecake or brownies?…
We visited Gamidah Jacobs of Lekka Kombuis in the Bo-Kaap to make a delicious homemade curry. Gamidah shared all of her top tips and tricks with us to…
The gin buzz caught the city a few years ago and it hasn’t dissipated. With the buzz came a plethora of celebrations but the Gin & Tonic Festival at the Old Biscuit Mill was the original celebration of the popular spirit. The event’s evolution now sees it as a singular entertainment, culinary and beverage experience. Previously featuring superstar headliners like Msaki, the 2023 edition is gearing up to be even bigger. Taking place on Friday 7 April 2023, it’s the perfect public holiday hang out with friends. Beyond delicious gin – DJ Speedsta, one of the country’s biggest stars is the…
We recently visited the new restaurant on the block: Urchin. This beautiful restaurant opened just 3 months ago with a modern, classy look that’s the perfect aesthetic for…
As autumn approaches and the weather starts to cool down, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of warming up with a hot cup of coffee in a cosy spot. There’s no shortage of places to get your caffeine fix in Cape Town. But when it comes to staying warm and comfortable on a chilly day, few things beat a coffee shop with a fireplace. Here are some cosy coffee shops with fireplaces in Cape Town to visit this season. Truth Coffee Roasting Picture: @truthcoffee.capetown / Instagram This popular coffee shop in the heart of Cape Town’s city centre is known…
Stand the chance to win a hamper from Simply Granola valued at R450 for Easter! Congratulations to our lucky winner Dieter van Es! Simply Granola has been making…
We’re not quite sure if it’s the creamy sweetness of the drink, the bursts of flavours from the popping bubbles, the delightful chewiness of the tapioca pearls, or the aesthetically pleasing vibes it effortlessly emits that make bubble (or boba) tea one of our all-time favourite drinks. And of course, our beloved Cape Town – the city that keeps on giving – offers a multitude of places to grab these iconic tall, thick-strawed drinks in a plethora of flavours and toppings that can be enjoyed as a refreshingly tasty drink or a liquid dessert appropriate at any time of the…
The scenic coastal suburb of Hout Bay is nestled in a pretty valley almost halfway between the city and Cape Point, and is known for its beautiful beach,…
Courvoisier cocktail recipes Try these refreshing cocktail recipes for your next get together with friends. We Found Joy INGREDIENTS 50ml Courvoisier VSOP 15ml Falernum Liqueur 15ml Monín Hibiscus Syrup A dash of fresh lemon juice (optional) Ginger Beer METHOD Add all ingredients, except the ginger beer, to a cocktail shaker with cubed ice. Shake hard for 10 sec. Strain the liquid into a glass over cubed ice and top off with ginger beer. Garnish with citrus or edible flowers and enjoy! The Gala INGREDIENTS 50ml Courvoisier VS or VSOP 50ml Grapefruit Juice Top off with Indian Tonic…
Parsnip, pear & prosciutto Parsnip, pear & prosciutto is a side dish like no other, perfect for family roasts. TOTAL TIME 40 minutes | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 1…