Yeasts are naturally-occurring microorganisms that create delicious flavour and a soft, airy structure in bakes by generating carbon dioxide gas from sugars. With so many different types of yeast available, it can be confusing to know which is which. This is our ultimate guide to help you pick the best type of yeast for your bakes. Active Dry Active dry yeast is an old-school form of dehydrated yeast known to be unstable and somewhat unreliable. For that reason, this type of yeast isn’t used much anymore and may not even be available in grocery stores. Active dry yeast has to…
Whether you’re an aspiring food blogger, influencer or enthusiastic food explorer, these food photography tips will help you capture the perfect shot. There is something about the visual…
Packing a lunchbox that is wholesome and nutritious but also keeps the kids happy is tough, especially when it has to be done 5 days a week. To give you some inspiration, we rounded up 10 tasty lunchbox fillers that will be a hit and also tick the healthier box! 1. Sesame-crusted chicken with quickled slaw Succulent and flavourful, you’ll be asked to make these sesame-crusted chicken strips again and again! 2. Mini green frittata muffins These easy green frittata egg ‘muffins’ are the perfect size to pack in a lunchbox as a quick snack or on-the-go lunch.…
Baby marrow works its magic to make this cinnamon-sugar loaf cake extra moist and tender. Baby marrow loaf cake with cinnamon-sugar swirl HANDS-ON TIME 25 min | TOTAL…
Drizzled with a magical chocolate topping, this creamy peanut butter-based smoothie carries the deliciousness of a milkshake without the ice cream. A fun, tasty and more mindful treat for breakfast time that the whole family will love! Smoothie with magic chocolate shell HANDS-ON TIME 15 min | TOTAL TIME 20 min | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 4 frozen chopped bananas 2 cups milk 1 cup peanut butter 2 tbsp honey 3 cups ice CHOCOLATE SHELL 200g dark chocolate, chopped 70ml coconut oil METHOD BLEND all the ingredients together until smooth. Divide smoothie between glasses and place in the freezer until ready…
The secret to great caramelised onions is to give them the time they need to become sweet and jammy. Cooking the onions low and slow for as long…
Curries are one of our go-to meals to beat the winter chill. Ranging from vegan and veggie to fish and lamb, these beautifully fragrant curries are what you need to warm up this winter season! Vegan: Cauliflower, red pepper & chickpea curry Seasonal vegetables and rich earthy spices come to life in this beautiful cauliflower, red pepper and chickpea curry. Vegetarian: Easy brinjal curry with soft-boiled eggs Served with some crusty bread to mop up all the delicious sauces, this easy brinjal curry is a hearty vegetarian dish full of goodness that will satisfy all your hunger cravings. …
This savoury version of a classic baked cheesecake is delicious as an appetiser for any party or served as part of an al fresco dinner spread. Savoury cheesecake with…
Winter wants warmth – steaming, satisfyingly flavour-rich foods to ward off the chill. And wines of substance and stature to match. Nederburg’s Cabernet Sauvignon as well as its Cabernet-based and other equally delicious red blends, all share a hallmark fresh and juicy liveliness backed by ample, mouth-filling flavours. Brimming with notes of sun-ripened berry and dark fruit, they radiate an invitingly rich and velvety plushness. And because they are exuberant, vibrant and well-toned, they can stand up to and welcome hearty, generous dishes. Try this traditional Mzanzi food favourites, remixed and revitalised for a whole new perspective, and serve with…
We’re embracing the native flora of South Africa by switching up classic potato salad with a pop of spekboom leaves. Spekboom is high in vitamin C and has…