• Situated in the northern reaches of the Abelana Game Reserve in Limpopo, the Abelana River Lodge is an exceptional, luxury accommodation surrounded by spectacular landscapes and views of the tranquil Selati River. Rooms at the lodge are air-conditioned with en-suite facilities as well as an additional outdoor shower and spacious deck overlooking the river.  In the spirit of ‘Abelana’, meaning ‘to share amongst each other’ in the language of the Northern Sotho people who inhabit the region of Limpopo, guests can expect a completely immersive and authentic safari experience during their stay where they will learn more about the beauty…

    Why should we recycle? Firstly, used paper is repulped to make new products that we use every day such tissue and paper packaging. Next, a tonne of recycled paper can save up to three cubic metres of landfill space. And recycling creates jobs and supports livelihoods. However, even the most conscientious people make recycling mistakes. You might even think your home is paperless, so you don’t need to recycle.  Fibre Circle, the producer responsibility organisation for the South African paper and paper packaging sector, shares three common recycling mistakes, with helpful tips to get your recycling right. Mistake 1: Putting…

    One thing that many of us have learned over the past 20 months in the midst of lockdown and extended time in our homes, is that South Africans can cook! We love to eat, and with our access to prepared food being limited at times, as well as changes to our monthly budgets, more and more of us have turned to our own kitchens for not only sustenance, but comfort and entertainment as well.  The kitchen has truly become the heart of the home again, and with a little more time on our hands due to working from home and…

    These peppers stuffed with pistachio-harissa couscous are perfect health snacks or food-starters! INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp olive oil 1 garlic clove, minced 2 tsp ground cumin 1 plain yogurt 3⁄4 cup couscous 1 cup chicken stock 1 tsp harissa paste 1 tsp lemon zest 1 tbsp olive oil 1⁄4 cup chopped coriander 1⁄2 cup roasted pistachios, chopped 3 red peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded METHOD 1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until golden. 2. Combine the cumin and yoghurt in a bowl and add the garlic. Stir and season to taste. 3. Preheat the…

    Bouillabaisse has its origins in the French city of Marseille and is a traditional Provençal fish stew. INGREDIENTS 2 garlic cloves 1 litre fish stock 1  tin chopped tomatoes 2  8 cm strips orange rind 2 thyme sprigs 1⁄2 tsp. ground turmeric 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced and fronds reserved 1 onion, chopped 600 grams frozen seafood mix 4 whole prawns 1 loaf French bread, sliced 250 grams cherry tomatoes 20 grams butter cup aioli 1⁄4 tsp. cayenne pepper METHOD PEEL garlic. Keep one clove whole and finely chop the other. Combine stock, tinned tomatoes, orange rind, thyme,…