• Cocoa, fig and pistachio date balls TIME: 20 mins + 1 hr, to firm up | MAKES: about 16 balls Place 12 dried dates (soaked in boiling water for 10 minutes and drained), 110g ground almonds, 70g coconut oil, 35g cocoa powder, 5ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence and a pinch salt in a blender and blitz until almost smooth. Stir in 50g toasted and chopped pistachio nuts, a small handful each of toasted desiccated coconut and chopped dried figs. Roll the mixture into 2cm balls and coat in finely chopped toasted pistachio nuts. Place in the fridge to firm up,…

    The Spice Route is truly a venue that has something for every member of the family – guaranteed! For the kids, the play area is what dreams are made of, trust us… Plus, there are mountain biking routes on the farm from 2,5km, making them accessible for young riders. For everyone else, there’s wine, beer, biltong, chocolate, and gin tasting! What a mouthful (in the best way, of course)! Spoil your family’s foodie with a trip to Brenda’s Deli where they can mix their own blend of spices and learn more about their favourites. Before we continue, you should also…

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    Le Creuset introduces Azure, a brilliant new blue that evokes the feeling of dining under clear skies on distant shores. Inspired by the Mediterranean sea, Azure is designed to enhance every décor with its cultured beauty and grace. Refreshing the spirit and captivating the senses, wherever it goes and however it’s served. A breath of fresh air in any space with a bold quality that transitions into any season, Azure is a continuation of Le Creuset’s deep dive into tonal palettes. Clearer, bolder, and with a more pronounced gradient: Azure is a fine addition to the brand’s existing blues and…

    Getting tired of the same old salad? Here are three scrumptious ideas to brighten up your next lunch box. Roast beef & watercress salad greens Here is a tender and flavourful Roast beef & watercress salad greens recipe. Fresh tomatoes make this salad pop! Salad nicoise Bright, wholesome, and delicious! A healthy choice for a lunch break. Pea & Prawn patties with watercress salad You can use up leftover patties in a wrap for lunch the next day too! The patties will be quite sticky, but they won’t fall apart during cooking. ALSO SEE: 10 wholesome…