Kloof Street is one of the busiest and trendiest spots in our city, and there is almost an endless number of eateries and bars on the street’s must-visit list. Here’s one: a classic film-inspired cafe loved by locals. Rick’s Café Américain, originally on Park Road, just off Kloof Street, has settled comfortably into its 3-storey Victorian building after moving onto Kloof in 2020. Picture: Rick’s Café Américain Since its opening, the spot has become one of town’s top drinking spots with its buzzing atmosphere and daily specials. Rick’s intention is to have the feeling that you are walking into a…
Chargrilled eggplant The perfect braai side to cater to your vegetarian guests! PREP TIME 10 min | COOK TIME 10 min | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 3 (1.3…
Cape Malay chicken curry Nothing says a heritage recipe like Cape Malay Chicken Curry! SERVES: 4-6 INGREDIENTS 15 ml oil 1 red onion, chopped 10 ml garlic paste 5 ml chilli paste 15 ml ginger paste 10 ml ground cumin 30 ml mild or medium curry powder 5 ml turmeric 1 can chopped tomatoes 60 ml sticky chicken marinade 45 ml apple jelly 180 ml water 600 g chicken pieces, roasted 80 ml –125 ml cream Salt and milled black pepper Fresh coriander TO SERVE Rice Roti breads Apple jelly METHOD HEAT the oil in a pan and brown…
Liam Tomlin’s Chefs Warehouse is returning to Bree Street, operating in new premises across from where Tomlin’s tapas concept was first introduced to Cape Town in 2014. Chefs…
Fresh tomato Pizzettas Fresh, tasty and an ode to what some people might think is just boring tomato. These flavour combinations are a match made in heaven! PREP TIME 20min | COOK TIME 15 min (+ standing) | MAKES 6 INGREDIENTS PIZZA DOUGH 3 cups bread flour or plain flour 2 tsp dried yeast 2 tsp caster sugar 2 tsp salt 2 tbsp olive oil SALSA VERDE ¾ cup flat-leaf parsley leaves ½ cup mint leaves 1 small clove garlic, crushed 1 tsp dijon mustard 2 tbsp red wine vinegar ⅓ cup olive oil TO SERVE 350 g mixed…
Classic Sunday lunch at Wild Coast Sun Traditional favourites for the whole family to enjoy! Nothing marks a lazy Sunday quite like a hearty Sunday lunch with family…
How to make margaritas How about an easy margarita recipe to celebrate International Margarita Day? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Food&Home (@foodandhomesa) INGREDIENTS 1 lime wedge Handful of coarse sea salt ½ cup Silver tequila ¼ cup Triple sec Fresh lime juice of 2 limes METHOD Place salt in a small shallow plate. Rim glass with the lime wedge, then dip in salt to coat rim. In the glass, add ice, lime juice, triple sec, and silver tequila and stir to combine. Garnish with lime and serve. Made this recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #cookingwithFH…
Looking for a way to celebrate Margarita Day that involves a fun (and delicious) night out? Hacienda on Bree Street offers just what you need! Think half price…
Margarita fish A quick and healthy fish dinner idea. TOTAL TIME 15 minutes | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 1 lime 4 x 200 g firm white fish fillets 1 tsp dried chilli flakes 1 clove garlic, crushed 2 tbsp olive oil 500 g cherry truss tomatoes 2 tbsp tequila 2 tbsp olive oil, extra 1 tbsp caster sugar 450 g package microwave white long-grain rice 2 cups loosely packed fresh coriander leaves METHOD HEAT an oiled grill plate. Preheat grill. CUT lime rind into thin strips; squeeze juice from lime. Combine rind, fish, chili, garlic and oil in a…
The next chapter of Brookdale Estate’s narrative takes shape in The Bistro and the Tasting Room, located on the gentle slopes of the farthest corner of vineyards and…