Espresso and dark chocolate vacherin might sound a little intimidating, but this dessert is basically just a combination of coffee, cream, chocolate, and meringue. The rich flavours are definitely worth the effort. Who can resist decadence like this? Recipe by Jacques Erusmus
When the end-of-year stretch calls for tight deadlines and back-to-back meetings, there is nothing like a breakaway to the beautiful Cape Winelands and refresh with a delicious meal…
Looking for a gift for someone special this festive season? How about a beautiful set of silk pillowcases? The Silk Lady manufactures 100% organic silk pillowcases in a variety of sizes. Made in South Africa from exclusive imported silk, these pillowcases are not only great for the hair and skin, but they are an elegant addition to the bedroom. Silk is a gift of nature and is the ideal skincare product. It contributes to skin health by speeding metabolism of skin cells, decreasing ageing of facial skin, as well as calming the nervous system. Silk pillowcases help prevent your skincare…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Get into the Christmas spirit and try this gorgeous edible decor piece to add seasonal sparkle to your table. Bound…
Struggling to find the perfect gifts for your friends and family? Look no further than Pylones! Established in France in 1985, Pylones is a global leader in gifting, selling everything from home appliances, to beauty tools, to office equipment and fashion accessories. A group of 25 innovative designers lend their talents to envision and create Pylones products, all of which are produced in France. With over 150 flagship stores in 30 countries, Pylones is known for their collection of fun, useful, playful and practical gift items. They sell over 2500 unique items, with new products being introduced regularly. With something…
Produced in South Africa, the Linen Drawer Bayede! range comprises top quality tabling with unique African-inspired designs that are both functional and decorative. This beautiful range is manufactured…
Everyone loves a good G&T, but how well do you know your gin? The definition of gin isn’t as straightforward as you might think Unlike many other types of alcohol, gin doesn’t have such a straightforward definition – in fact, it is quite subjective. The reason for this is that gin is defined by its flavour: juniper should be the dominant note on the palate, at the fore more than any of the infusions added to it. Gin also gets its name from the juniper berry. Juniper berries are still picked in the wild Juniper is not widely cultivated and…
COOK’S TIPS When adding the peanut butter, reduce the heat to low to avoid the sauce splitting. Add a little hot water when blitzing if the peas are…
The much-anticipated Carrol Boyes Charity Open Day has grown into the home-ware brand’s biggest event of the year! It’s a not-to-be missed opportunity to buy your favourite Carrol Boyes products at amazing discounts, shop early for festive season gifts and support three worthy charities, all at the same time. Part of the proceeds from the Carrol Boyes Charity Open Day will benefit Breadline Africa, The Sunflower Fund and Monkeybiz. Come and join in this heartwarming retail adventure, along with your favourite DJs from popular local radio station Magic 828 AM as they participate in a live Outside Broadcast as part…
Blue Crane Coffee Company (@bluecranecoffeeco), known to locals today as Stellenbosch’s (Western Cape) ‘new bird in town’, proudly roasts its versatile, ‘genuine’ coffee blends at its Dorp Street…