• The S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy has seen many of its alumni rise to stardom over the years of this prestigious international competition. The carefully crafted combination of mentorship, connection to the global community, exposure to internationally acclaimed chefs and a philosophy of sustainability and personal beliefs, is about so much more than competing – it gives each chef a chance to grow, develop and reach for their very best. The latest edition sees 15 young chefs from Africa, Middle East & South Asia region who will embrace the challenge, vying for recognition and a prestigious place in the global final.…

    Braaied prawns with chilli lime dressing Looking for your next show stopping braai dish? Try this Braaied prawns with chilli lime dressing recipe. PREP TIME 20 minutes | COOK TIME 10 minutes | SERVES 4  INGREDIENTS  CHILI LIME DRESSING  ⅓ cup lime juice ⅓ cup lemon juice ½ cup olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tsp caster sugar 2 tsp sea salt flakes 1 green chilli, sliced thinly THE PRAWNS  1 kg large prawns, cleaned and halved lengthways 2 fennel bulbs, trimmed and sliced thinly 250g mini cucumbers, shaved into ribbons 6 radishes, sliced thinly ¼ cup coriander …

    Christmas is creeping in on all of us. As much as we all want to sit around the tree merrily and worry-free, let’s be honest, the festive season can be a pretty stressful time. Suddenly it’s two days until Christmas, and you’re scrambling for last-minute gifts. Everything is over-priced and the only wrapping paper you can find is crumpled up in the back of your closet. Don’t let that be your festive fate. This year, we’ve decided to collaborate with some of our clients to give you, our loyal readers, a fun and easy festive shopping experience. Meet our online…

    Peanut butter & honey crunch A tasty vegan sweet treat, perfect for on-the-go! COOK TIME 50 minutes | VEGAN INGREDIENTS  1⁄3 cup smooth natural peanut butter 1⁄4 cup coconut oil 1⁄4 cup pure maple syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste 1  1⁄2 cups rolled oats 1  1⁄2 cups rolled barley 1⁄4 cup amaranth 1⁄3 cup pumpkin seed kernels 2 tablespoons flaxseeds 1⁄3 cup chopped roasted salted peanuts METHOD PREHEAT oven to 160°C. Line two oven trays with baking paper. STIR peanut butter, coconut oil, maple syrup and vanilla paste in a small saucepan, over low heat until melted and…

    Braaied fish flour tortilla pockets with tomato & avocado salsa These tortillas are filled with soft, flaky fish, perfect for a light Sunday lunch.  PREP TIME 1 hour 15 minutes | COOK TIME 20 minute | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp smoked paprika 1 tbsp ground cumin 1⁄2 tsp cayenne pepper 4 hake fillets 1 tbsp olive oil 4 white flour tortilla wraps For the tomato and avocado salsa 2 medium tomatoes, seeded, finely chopped  1 westfalia avocado, finely chopped 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1⁄3 cup fresh coriander leaves For the chilli lime dressing 1 tbsp lime juice 2…