Mother’s Day is celebrated around the world, with most countries honouring mothers with gifts and flowers as well as a day off from activities such as cooking or other household chores. In honour of their mothers, three chefs at Capsicum Culinary Studio, South Africa’s largest culinary school with six campuses across the country, were asked to share the recipes for the dishes they most recall their mothers making for them. Sandra Nagan’s South Indian Fish Curry Ann Nagan, Durban campus head, says her mother Sandra instilled in her a love of authentic Indian cooking, and if she had to…
Native to India, moringa is also known as the miracle tree. It’s no surprise that it’s popular in Ayurvedic medicine and it is now at the helm of…
As Mother’s Day approaches, many of us are beginning to consider how we can express our gratitude to the special women in our lives. And what better way to show your appreciation than by treating them to a delicious meal? If you’re in Cape Town next weekend, you’re in luck; the city is brimming with restaurants serving special Mother’s Day lunches and decadent high teas. Here are ten Cape Town restaurants that will be serving Mother’s Day lunches and high teas next weekend: 1. Lunch or high tea at the Cellars-Hohenort Hotel Treat your mum to a 3-course lunch or…
If you have an anniversary coming up, we’ve got some delicious ideas for you. From fine dining to tapas platters, we’ve got you covered. After all, whose love…
Eating out at a new restaurant turns any evening, lunch or brunch into a special occasion. It’s like meeting someone for the first time. You get butterflies in your stomach and you can’t stop thinking about the details and all the little things you’ve heard about the new acquaintance. Also, you can dress up, if it’s that kind of place, and share in the experience with friends or a special human. As luck would have it, Cape Town has a thriving food scene that churns out trendy new places and spaces regularly. This list of new restaurants in Cape Town…
It’s the little foodie hacks that make our world go round! We’ve just discovered a pretty nifty trick on TikTok (the endless wormhole of helpful hacks) about how…
Having left its nest at the Crystal Towers Hotel, The Coffee Lounge ventured out on its own and found its new home at the Manhattan Suite Hotel in Century City, Cape Town, back in 2020. Recently, it’s been making its rounds on TikTok reigniting its popularity. So we thought we’d take some time to talk about it. Picture: @thecoffeeloungect / Instagram With a sumptuous and diverse menu designed to cater to all, The Coffee Lounge brings together coffee lovers, sweet-toothed patrons, and foodies of all kinds. Heads up! It’s fully halaal too. This includes everything from an all-day breakfast, light…
Nominations have opened for the first South African Bar and Beverage Awards 2023, which recognises the country’s finest cocktail bars, most talented mixologists and the best local beverage…
Amber on Bree is set to host one of the most stylish and empowering events in Cape Town with Soft Sundays. The event, which celebrates black excellence, is not just a party but a movement that brings together industry disrupters and lifestyle connoisseurs. With green velvet chairs, a galaxy wall with gold embellishments and a classy menu, Soft Sundays at Amber on Bree is the perfect way to end your weekend in style. Also read: Amber: The elegant new eatery on Bree you need to try More than that, it’s a community of friends and family coming together to enjoy good…
South African radio personality Philicity Reeken doesn’t just brighten up the mornings of so many around the country as part of Jacaranda FM’s Breakfast With Martin Bester team,…