Everything you need to know about using agar-agar, the wonder setting agent that’s super stable and vegan-friendly. What is agar-agar? Agar-agar (also known as agar) is a natural gelatinous substance obtained from a Southeast Asian species of red seaweed. It is most commonly used as a vegan-friendly alternative to gelatin in baking. The gelling property of agar was discovered in Kyoto in 1658 when, according to the legend, an innkeeper discarded leftover seaweed soup in the snow and noticed it was gelled up the next morning. Nowadays, agar has many roles in the culinary world like setting savoury gels and jellies…
Strauss & Co Fine Wine Auctions is proud to offer a fine selection of the world’s greatest Organic and Biodynamic wines. Today’s wine producers question their winemaking practices,…
We take a look at your weekday work lunches and snacks, and how good food can make you feel better and work better. Along with some fun ideas to try. The weekday challenge is all about finding the balance between our work, home and family demands. Facing severe time constraints and competing agendas, we have to still find the smart ways to eat well, avoid unnecessary snacking and be as physically active as possible during the working weekdays. This highlights the importance of starting each day with a healthy, nutrient-rich breakfast – even if that’s breakfast on-the-run, or just popping…
Celebrity chefs introduce tastes of the world with innovative campaign The public can now be transported to another country without even leaving their city with the latest offering…
The innovative Woolworths kitchen has been at it once again! With a smorgasbord of new offerings now available, it’s no wonder that Woolies is known for their variety of quality food above all else. Whether it’s an extension of an existing range or something completely fresh and exciting, we can’t wait to introduce you to a flavour experience like no other with this latest batch of newness! ANCHOVIES Anchovies are having a moment, and it’s about time! Your search for an effortlessly delicious snack or antipasti is finally over, all thanks to Woolies’ new anchovies’ range. Woolies’ newest…
South Africa has been chosen to host the prestigious Concours Mondial du Sauvignon For the first time in the 14-year history of the Concours Mondial du Sauvignon, South…
Eight seasonal ingredients to enjoy this Winter – Salsify’s Chef Ryan Cole runs down the proteins, produce and products he’s excited about as we head into the colder months. Inspired by the nature amongst which Salsify restaurant is situated (both of mountain and sea), Chef Ryan Cole and his consummate team are constantly creating intelligent, restrained and utterly compelling dishes. These dishes always draw heavily from the seasonal ingredients and produce available at any given time. Cole’s fervent dedication to seasonality and belief that “what grows together, goes together” means the menu is ever-evolving. There’s always the opportunity to…
Cheers to warm winter evenings… Recipe by Claire Ferrandi Photograph by Dylan Swart ALSO SEE: Amarula-spiked white hot chocolate
World milk day takes place every year on the 1 June to to acknowledge the dairy sector and recognise the importance of milk as a global food. This year’s theme focuses on the dairy sector’s efforts to reduce its impact on the environment. Learn more about World Milk Day on their website. In recognition of World Milk Day 2022, we’ve rustled together 10 udderly delicious recipes for you that feature the star ingredient, milk. Rice pudding Rice pudding is a traditional Indian dessert made by slowly cooking rice with milk and flavourings until its rich and creamy. We marbled ours…
We’re back with another incredible round up of products that our team has used and loved this month. Our editors favourites include everything from wines to food and…