Are you tired of the same old boring pantry staples? It may be time for you to shake things up and introduce the vast world of Korean cuisine onto the menu rotation. Strong flavours, spicy condiments, and fresh ingredients make Korean food a great option to keep in your kitchen artillery. With pantry staples like fermented chilli paste, soy sauce, and dashi, your warming winter broths are about to get a lot better! Here are all the staples you need: It’s all about the condiments Korean food is all about depth of flavour, and the easiest way to get there…
If you’re tired of throwing out wilted and mushy fruits and veg, we’ve got a game-changing storage hack that will keep them fresh for longer. The secret? Glass…
Steamed bread’s lack of a crust makes it an excellent choice for drizzling soups and stews on top of it. This dish is best served hot with a generous helping of butter and a drizzle of apricot jam. Here’s a super steamed bread recipe to follow. Steamed Bread Recipe SERVES: 4 | TOTAL TIME: 3 hours Serves up to four people, but you can adjust it to make the recipe smaller. INGREDIENTS 1 kg cake flour, plus extra for dusting 10 g of dry yeast 2 and a half tablespoons of vegetable oil 2 tablespoons of salt 2 and a…
Mayonnaise lovers, rejoice! B-well has taken mayo to new heights with their irresistible range of flavoured mayonnaise. Elevate your culinary creations with B-well flavoured mayo, a premium condiment…
Matcha is a traditional Chinese green tea powder loved by foodies and health gurus across the globe for its unique earthy flavour, vibrant green colour, and numerous health benefits. Matcha is typically consumed as a tea but is also used as an ingredient in sweet treats and confections, like cake and mochi. Let’s look at what matcha is, why people love it, where to get your own matcha kit, and the correct way to make a cup. What is matcha and where does it come from? Matcha has been an essential part of Chinese (and later, Japanese) tea ceremonies for centuries,…
Cheese and bacon burgers Cheese and bacon burgers add a gourmet touch to our favourite weeknight meal. Make our ultimate gourmet burger recipe! https://youtu.be/IQk9gEgWH9s INGREDIENTS 500g beef…
Mogodu, or tripe, is a cheap and nutritious meal. It’s good go-to winter dish that never fails. Here’s a super easy mogodu recipe to follow. Always leave it to sit for about 10 minutes after cooking. I feel this adds more flavour and taste. TOTAL TIME 1 hour 45 minutes | SERVES 4 Serves up to four people, but you can adjust it to make the recipe smaller. INGREDIENTS 1 kg Tripe 1 Onion (Chop finely) 3 Tomatoes 1 Green pepper (Chop finely) 1 Clove garlic 2 Chicken stock cubes, or 1 sachet of chicken soup powder A tablespoon of salt to taste…
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On a gloomy day in Cape Town, what’s better than visiting a wine farm where you can sip on a full-bodied red wine, huddled next to a fire, with the soundtrack of rain outside? READ MORE: A beginner’s guide to understanding 5 different wine styles Here’s a shortlist of wine farms in Stellenbosch, ranging from the quaint family-owned estates to the luxurious tasting rooms with all the trimmings. 1. Muratie Muratie is a wine farm steeped in history, so much so that the cobwebs decorating the corners of the old tasting room just add to the charm. In the…
Easy chakalaka This is a go-to dish in South Africa. Your chakalaka is essential to every Sunday brunch or dinner. You can make it as spicy or as…