As the 15th night of Ramadan approaches, so does the anticipation to enjoy Boeber night. This delightful tradition, deeply rooted in the Cape Town community, brings families together to enjoy a rich, creamy milky drink infused with vermicelli, sago, cardamom, and cinnamon. Originally stemming from the Malay community’s ties to Javanese and Indonesian cultures, Boeber has become a beloved part of Cape Town’s Ramadan celebrations. In Cape Town, Indian Muslims have their own variation known as “pez,” pronounced as “pears.” While the core ingredients remain the same, variations abound, with some adding rose water for a fragrant touch, and others…
The 15th night of Ramadan is almost upon us, and with that comes the much anticipated Boeberaand (or Boeber night). Boeberaand is a tradition that is mainly rooted…
Nectarine Jam with a Hint of Ginger By Karen Hart for Juicy Delicious For more inspiring recipes, visit www.juicydelicious.co.zaor give them a shoutout at @juicydelicioussa on Instagram. ALSO SEE: Plum Jam Recipe
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There’s no combination like tender meat and tangy horseradish. Pan-fried fillet of beef with a creamy horseradish sauce is an instant classic thanks to these timeless flavours. Cook’s notes: The fillet can be marinated and seared up to eight hours in advance and set aside, covered, until ready to serve. Bring to room temperature before roasting. If you can’t get fresh horseradish, use 60ml (4T) prepared creamed or pickled horseradish. Make the sauce close to serving, as it will separate if left to stand for more than an hour or two. Verjuice is extracted from unripened grapes. It is naturally mildly…
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Embark on an adventure through Cape Town’s hidden culinary treasures. From a rooftop Persian feast with a view to an ever-evolving ice cream haven, these off-the-beaten-path spots promise to delight your taste buds. Join us as we explore Tapi Tapi, where ice cream takes on daring new dimensions, and venture to How Bao Now for Taiwanese-inspired street food. Then, savour the vibrant flavours of traditional South African cuisine at Seven Colours Eatery before ending your journey with scones at The Scone Shack, a whimsical dessert haven with a sustainable twist! Explore these 5 must-try hidden food gems in Cape Town…
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The star of your Easter feast! Who can resist chocolate eggs, cake, and marshmallows? Especially when you combine them and get this delicious speckled vanilla cake with marshmallow Easter-egg filling? ALSO SEE: Chocolate-coated caramel marshmallow Easter eggs https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/chocolate-coated-caramel-marshmallow-easter-eggs Recipe and styling by Katelyn Williams
The experience of eating freshly cut, sweet pineapple can often be dampened by the feeling of an itchy mouth. But did you know that there are ways to…