Roast pumpkin, leek & fig tart Tasty and well balanced combination of flavours. PREP TIME 15 minutes | COOK TIME 1 hour 20 minutes | SERVES 4 | VEGAN INGREDIENTS For the pastry 1 ½ cups chickpea flour ½ cup wholewheat flour 1 tsp salt ¼ cup olive oil ⅓ cup cold water For the tart topping 500 g pumpkin, cut into 2cm thick wedges 2 tbsp rosemary leaves 1 ½ tbsp olive oil 1 leek, sliced 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 4 figs, sliced 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds, toasted 1 tbsp balsamic reduction METHOD PREHEAT oven to 220℃.…
While we were uncovering the history of Roku Gin and immersing ourselves in Japanese culture, we learnt about the term omotenashi. Omotenashi refers to Japanese hospitality and the philosophy…
It’s only one week until the first of December, which means only seven days until the season of advent begins. One fun and traditional way to celebrate advent is with an advent calendar, which allows you to count down each day in December leading up to Christmas. Historically, chocolate or DIY advent calendars were the only option for us in South Africa. However, nowadays there are all sorts of offerings that will suit anyone. Here is a roundup of some of the best advent calendars that you can find in 2022 – and they are all available in South Africa!…
Chickpeas are a powerhouse of protein and fibre, as well as many vital vitamins and minerals. These little beans are delicious and super versatile, making them a great…
As the world commences No-Shave November, Cape Town Gin & Spirits Company and the Men’s Foundation South Africa give a nod to the difficulties men face when it comes to their physical and mental health. “As far back as we know boys have been told to ‘man up’, men are the providers and have to be strong. The result? Men feel they can’t ask for help for fear of looking weak,” says Craig van der Venter, founder and managing director of Cape Town Gin & Spirits Company. “But sometimes help is necessary.” Men are suffering in silence. Global statistics suggest that men are less likely than women to…
Regarded by industry insiders as the “Hermes of coffee, bakery and café culture”, locally rooted all day café Coco Safar continues to wow locals and tourists with its delectable range of…
Broccoli arancini with rocket & almond pesto A tasty vegetarian dinner idea! PREP TIME 15 minutes | COOK TIME 1 hour 10 minutes | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS For the broccoli arancini 3 cups vegetable stock 2 tbsp olive oil 1 leek, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 cup arborio rice 1 cup dry white wine 150 g broccoli, cut into florets 2 tsp finely grated lemon rind 1 ½ cups breadcrumbs For the rocket and almond pesto 100 g rocket, coarsely chopped ½ cup roasted almonds, coarsely chopped 2 tbsp nutritional yeast flakes ½ cup olive oil …
We were lucky enough to attend the 2022 Eat Out Woolworths Restaurants Awards, and just wow! What an incredible experience with gourmet food prepared by award-winning chefs, a…
Peanut butter and dark chocolate dipped fruit The perfect vegan sweet treat for summer! PREP TIME 10 minutes | TOTAL TIME 45 minutes | SERVES 4 | VEGAN INGREDIENTS 1 punnet kiwis, halved 1 punnet figs, halved lengthways 1 punnet strawberries, whole 1 ½ cups natural vegan peanut butter, warmed 1 ½ cups vegan chocolate, melted 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted ¼ cup peanuts, chopped 1 tbsp edible flower petals 1 tbsp sea salt flakes ¼ cup pistachios, chopped METHOD LINE a tray with baking paper and assemble the kiwis, figs and strawberries on the tray. PLACE peanut butter…
Karaoke Kong is a celebration of all things karaoke Karaoke is enormous fun, and across the world, singing on stage has become a favourite pastime that brings thousands…