Take a dive into one of Bo Kaap most loved cafes! Against the Grain – a cafe that’s one to remember. Upon entry, you are met by a luminous sign with a warm and welcoming greeting of ” Hey, Salaam”. The cafe itself (their new premises), is filled with gorgeous decor and provides a laid back atmosphere where good food and conversation can be enjoyed. We recently sat down with the owners, Nabeela and Gesant to learn more about their inspiration for the brand. What was the inspiration for the name “Against the Grain”? “The inspiration for the name comes…
A local, luxurious treasure A magically secluded environment located on the Garden Route and only 4 hours away from Cape Town, Gondwana Private Game Reserve is everything and…
An ode to summer, these nectarine roses are easy to make and look impressive. INGREDIENTS 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed 7-8 ripe nectarines, thinly sliced 1⁄2 cup sugar-free apricot jam Powdered erythritol, to serve METHOD PREHEAT oven to 200°C and spray a muffin tin, set aside. ROLL the puff pastry sheet out to a 30cm rectangle and slice into 6 long strips. Spread 2 tbsp of jam onto each strip. Place slices of nectarines in a half-moon shape, making sure the slices stick out at the top. Fold the bottom half over the slices and start rolling from one side.…
The perfect accompaniment to afternoon tea, these cookies are also so quick and easy to make. INGREDIENTS 200 grams vegan butter, softened 100 grams icing sugar 1 tsp.…
This delicious Vegan choc chip skillet cookie is perfect for a slumber party, movie night or Friday dessert fest! The goal was to create a dessert that was familiar but that also pushed boundaries, it’s totally vegan friendly and absolutely moreish. Our team could not stop sampling! With a soft cookie interior and thin crisp exterior and gooey melted chocolate chunks, it will solve all your cravings. We paired it with some deliciously smooth vegan coconut ice cream, but feel free to use any vegan addition you like! Read on to see how to make this for your next get…
Decadence and mystery are at the forefront of SecretEATS, a local business that provides one-of-a-kind fine dining experiences to its guests. SecretEATS prides itself on keeping as much…
If you’re in need of a sophisticated, premium alternative to a sparkling fruit juice this Dry January, we have good news: there’s no need to settle for a sugar-laden soft drink any longer. There’s now a range of non-alcoholic spirits available to previously-thirsty South Africans who aren’t ‘drinking’. Plus, win a hamper filled with our favourite Seedlip products so that you can make these drinks at home! The team at www.cutlerdrinks.com explain that non-alcoholic spirits, like leading local brand Abstinence, Ben Branson’s iconic Seedlip and Fluére, are not meant to replace alcoholic drinks. Rather, they add diversity and more options so that when…
We’re celebrating vegan baking! Keep on reading to learn how to create delicious vegan treats using affordable, accessible ingredients. Dates Dates can be used not only as natural…
4WKS, an innovative, Cape Town-based coffee pod company that grinds, packs and delivers freshly-roasted coffee in 100% compostable, Nespresso®-compatible pods nationwide, has launched yet another innovation in its efforts towards celebrating the best of SA’s vibrant coffee scene – a 100% compostable zip lock pouch that has been designed not only as refill packaging but also as a catalyst for change. In an effort to have less impact on the planet and greater impact on people, the sustainability-focused company has added this innovative layer to its zero-waste approach to packaging while bringing awareness to the often unseen yet critical issue…
We’re still in our week of giveaways and what better way to celebrate than by fulfilling any foodies dream? Stand a chance to win an incredible hamper from…