• It’s official: World Cup fever has arrived! We’ve waited a long four years for this moment and we can now rejoice and unapologetically spend more time in front of the TV – and less time, well…taking out the trash. Sorry, babe! Every South African knows that a get-together with loved ones is not a get together without the food we love…If you’re hosting the game or are taking a few snacks over to a friend’s house, put these ideas on the menu! Boerie rolls Even the fussiest of eaters just love a juicy boerie roll in front of the TV.…

    South Africans are discovering the mellow allure of America’s Whiskey — Bourbon South Africa’s growing numbers of Scotch whisky and Irish whiskey lovers are becoming increasingly appreciative of authentic American Bourbon, says Marc Pendlebury, whiskey aficionado and co-owner of Johannesburg’s first and only dedicated whisky bar, Whisky Brother. Speaking ahead of American National Bourbon Day on 14 June, he said: “Bourbon has a rich and fascinating history, which adds to its allure. While it hasn’t been as well known in South Africa as Scotch whisky and Irish whiskey, well-informed and experienced whisk(e)y drinkers appreciate what Bourbon can offer, with some…

    Quick and easy mulled wine There is nothing quite like it. It’s the perfect way to warm up when it’s cold outside. TOTAL TIME 15MINUTES | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 750 ml (3 cups) red wine 50 g white sugar Juice of 2 oranges 1 orange, sliced into rounds 2 cinnamon quills 4 star anise METHOD COMBINE all of the ingredients in a medium pot over medium heat. Warm the mixture until just simmering and fragrant, about 10 minutes. REMOVE from heat and set aside to infuse, about 2 minutes. SERVE the mulled wine in heatproof tumblers. Add a…