Joburg: The Gourmet Grocer offers new old-style décor and expanded products The popular Gourmet Grocer in Birdhaven is sporting a décor revamp that has also expanded the neighbourhood store’s space and offerings, as well as its involvement in community-driven initiatives for local causes. Larry Hodes, owner and restaurateur, says the grocer’s range is constantly growing and adapting, with a ‘something for everyone’ selection of healthy options and decadent treats – and everything in between. The store’s revamped ‘look and feel’ features a lot of wood and authentic, old-style grocer décor that creates a homey ambience, which customers describe as peaceful,…
Nando’s launches two exciting new flavours in their PERi-PERi Bag & Bake range, combined with a pop-up store in the heart of Braam! Nando’s launches two exciting new…
Coffee: it’s the kind of thing that you either deeply love, or despise. If coffee is one of the most important meals of your day, then these decadent desserts are right up your alley. All infused with the roasted intensity of coffee, these 8 puds are exactly what you need to satisfy your craving! 1. Affogato cakes These moist coffee and hazelnut cakes are drenched in sweet coffee syrup and topped with a generous scoop of ice cream…these elegant coffee puddings are affogato reinvented! 2. Vetkoek twists with chocolate-coffee dipping sauce Served with a decadent coffee-infused ganache sauce,…
Mustard & horseradish roast beef This Mustard & horseradish roast beef is the perfect Sunday recipe. This trational roast comes with a tray of mouthwatering seasonal veg! SERVES…
The younger generation is leading a shift to focus on health and reduced alcohol intake by choosing low alcohol or non-alcoholic drink options. The choice of whether to consume alcoholic drinks or not is, sadly, greatly stigmatising in South Africa. There’s a generation of people who are asked ‘why not?’ when they decline a drink, with the connotation that they’re not ‘joining in’ or there’s ‘something wrong’ with them. It’s painted as very ‘un-South African’ to not enjoy a drink, eat braaied meat, watch sport or make jokes about Eskom. In the past year, there’s been a positive shift being…
Nestled into the heart of Blaauwberg road, All in the Kitchen is the utopia of all things home cooking. What started out as humble home cooking, only catapulted…
The Hot Toddy: a classic tipple, perfect for a cold winter’s eve A hot toddy is the perfect winter drink. It’s got citrus, it’s got honey, but most importantly – it’s got whisky. It’s basically that honey/lemon concoction your mom used to make when you were sick, if it decided to let its hair down and have a little fun. Scarves and jackets are out in full force, heaters are working overtime, ginger shots and flu juices are on display in every grocery store, and even the sun is heading to bed as early as possible. Yes, winter is in…
This classic chocolate mousse is rich, decadent and delightfully easy to make. Garnish with torched meringue, fresh berries and chocolate shavings for a elegant dessert guaranteed to wow…
Congratulations to all of our competition winners! Keep scrolling to see if you’re one of our lucky winners! March winners Win 1 of 2 Pampelle Hampers – see post here Winners Linda Drury Naboweyah Ebrahim April winners Win with Goodness Gracious- see post here Winners Zelda Urie Anika Solanki Dineo Langa Amanda Barnard Thabani Xaba Win with Starbucks- see post here Winners Mandy Barnett L Pieters Taige Davids Renata Alexander Elmarie Davids May winners Win with The Kate Tin- see post here Winners 1st Prize – Marie-Claire 2nd Prize – Rashieda Hargey 3rd Prize – Lauren Win…
Simple chocolate pots This no-bake, decadent dessert is the perfect after-dinner treat. Its free from heaps of refined sugar ,but dont think that this dessert wont impress- we’ve…