They say that variety is the spice of life. Why not add some umph to your meal routine by adding some healthy alternatives to your plate? This is the perfect way for you and your loved ones to bond in the kitchen, not to mention the nutritional benefits that a diverse meal plan can provide. Some of the benefits of a diverse diet include: Improves Digestion – your digestive system requires a varied diet to function properly. Eating a diverse range of foods will help to improve gut health, decrease inflammation and improve the absorption of key nutrients. Higher intake…
During the holidays, your kids consume entertainment at a dizzying rate. From epic TV marathons to outdoor games of dragons and castles, kids have a fantastic ability to…
Delicious! Recipe, styling and photograph by Hein van Tonder
This super easy, healthy and deliciously creamy avocado pasta sauce recipe is made with only a few ingredients and never disappoints! Packed with immune-boosting benefits its a great all-rounder recipe for a lunch or dinner option! And the secret ingredient…? Viavi Avocados of course! Be on the look-out for them, exclusively to Woolworths. Recipe by Izelle Hoffman Photograph by Suikerbos Photography
Literally just a collection of all of our favourite bread recipes for you to enjoy. But, first… This is a starter/home-made yeast for sourdough bread and while it should suffice for making any bread, not just sourdough… you can also make pancakes, muffins, waffles and pizza dough with this. We’ve also asked Joburg-based master baker Babette Kourelos of Babette’s Bread to answers all the questions about making a starter (fresh home-made yeast). Our favourite bread recipes Almond yoghurt bread Apple and potato bread with caraway seeds Baby marrow, seed and herb no-grain bread Baguette-style breadsticks Basic bread dough Basic white…
Joburg-based master baker Babette Kourelos of Babette’s Bread rises to the occasion and answers all our questions about making a starter (fresh home-made yeast) By Babette Kourelos of Babette’s Bread Photographs by Annalize Nel and Babette Kourelos Q1. How do I make a sourdough starter and approximately how much starter is required for a standard-sized loaf? A1. To make a standard-size loaf of bread, you will require between 50g and 100g of ripe and refreshed starter. You can make your own sourdough starter by mixing flour and water together and leaving the mixture to ferment. This mixture (which is a…
Craving something sweet? Fudge is always a good idea! 10 Fudge recipes you must try Marshmallow fudge topped with French meringue Marshmallow fudge topped with French…