Chetna Makan’s Raspberry cardamom jam I love a good raspberry jam and the beauty of homemade jam is that you can actually taste the fruit and not just the sugar. The lemon juice here adds freshness, while the cardamom is very subtle but very present. The colour of this jam is so bright and inviting that, whether you add it to your bakes or just dollop it on some warm toast, it’s bound to put a smile on your face. HANDS-ON TIME 35 min | TOTAL TIME 35 min | MAKES 1 JAR INGREDIENTS 500 g fresh raspberries 400 g jam…
Right at the very heart of Spier Wine Farm is the Manor House: A grand dame with a gable dating back to 1822. Over the last few months,…
Baby marrow lasagne Everyone loves lasagne! PREP TIME 30 min | COOK TIME 1 hour 30 min | SERVES 4-6 INGREDIENTS 1 kg pumpkin, skin removed, cut into wedges 5 baby marrows sliced thickly lengthways ½ cauliflower head, cut into small florets ¼ cup olive oil 1 onion, chopped 3 trimmed celery stalks, chopped 1 carrot, chopped ½ cup white wine 800 g canned chopped tomatoes 1 bay leaf 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano 1 red pepper, seeded and chopped 1 ½ cup cream cheese, softened ¾ cup milk…
It’s the month of love when everyone will be going the extra mile to show their affection for that special someone in their lives… But how about showing…
Crisp, crumble, and crunch! Dive into these freshly squeezed recipes ready to be devoured. Korean grilled steak with kimchi crunch slaw Up your braai game with this Asian fusion dish of Korean grilled steak with kimchi crunch slaw. Wasabi salmon poke plate Bright, light and tasty! Chicken with zucchini & salsa verde Delicious and light, this Chicken with zucchini & salsa verde recipe is perfect for a light lunch when in need of a fresh crunch or as a healthy dinner. Breakfast salad with poached eggs and kale pesto Everyone’s new favourite breakfast. Honey soy…
There are few cafés that serve up views like those from the new Bites Beach Café by Morukuru Family De Hoop or whose walls could speak of times past. Bites…
Tomato, mozzarella & chickpea pan bake Vegetarian meal fit for the whole family. PREP TIME 30 min | COOK TIME 40 min | SERVES 6 | VEGETARIAN INGREDIENTS ½ loaf ciabatta, crusts removed, torn into 2cm pieces 2 cups cherry tomatoes, divided ⅓ cup olive oil 1 x 400 g canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed 100 g fresh ricotta, crumbled 10 eggs 2 garlic cloves, minced ¾ cup chopped parsley ½ cup grated parmesan 1 tbsp capers ⅔ cup pitted olives, halved 110 g mozzarella, torn 2 tbsp basil leaves, torn METHOD PREHEAT oven to 220°C. PLACE bread…
Experience the best of Italy in Cape Town at the Italian Festival at IDIOM Wines. Take in the breathtaking panoramic views of False Bay and the Helderberg mountains…
Valentine’s Day is fast arriving! It’s time to grab your sweetheart and get ready for a day filled with love, laughter, and memories that will last a lifetime. Still not sure what you’ll be doing yet though? We’ve scouted Joburg, Cape Town and Durban to find your ultimate Valentine’s plans! Johannesburg: Pexels Enjoy a romantic picnic in the botanical gardens of Johannesburg such as the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden or Emmarentia Dam. Take a hot air balloon ride over the city for a unique and breathtaking view of Johannesburg. Have a candlelit dinner at one of Johannesburg’s many romantic restaurants like Saigon…
Choc-cherry coconut bars Impress your Valentine with these delectable bars. PREP TIME 30 mins + refrigeration/freezing | MAKES 16 | GLUTEN FREE | DAIRY FREE | VEGAN …