This flavourful strawberry, baby herb, walnut and blue cheese salad is not only visually beautiful, but packs quite a nutritional punch thanks to some certain red gems. The strawberry is a member of the rose family and is the only fruit with seeds on the outside. Research suggests that eating just eight strawberries a day can improve heart health, lower blood pressure, reduce inflammation, reduce the risk of cancers and even improve cognitive function. What’s more, strawberries score in the fruit group with the highest antioxidant content, which can help reduce the risk of macular degeneration. The combination of nutrients in strawberries can also aid in the prevention and suppression of cancer cells. If you loved…
SecretEATS is an exclusive dining experience unlike any other. Top, talented chefs and young, rising stars are invited to step out of their everyday kitchens and into a mystery…
For this recipe, you will need: cauliflower, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes and baby fennel Serves 4 EASY 30 mins Recipe and styling by Nomvuselelo Mncube Photograph by Dylan Swart Preheat the oven to 200˚C. Line a large, shallow baking tray with baking paper. Set aside until needed. Place 500g cauliflower florets, 1 x 400g tin drained and rinsed chickpeas, 300g cherry tomatoes, cut in half (keep a handful of the tomatoes whole, for variety) and 4 chopped baby fennel bulbs in a large bowl. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add 36g (4 tbsp) dukkah spice and…
Called cebollitas de cambray in Mexico, these spring onions (aromatic root vegetables) will often be served alongside carne asada (grilled beef). Give this mouthwatering dish a go as…
Three families can each win four tickets to the Groot Plaasproe on Sandringham outside Stellenbosch (Thursday 11 to Saturday 13 October 2018). The Groot Plaasproe offers a taste of all things farm: enjoy farm food such as roosterkoek, skaapstertjies, Boer goat meat, Wagyu hamburgers and more. Meet more than 300 different animals, watch sheepdogs at work and see how cows are milked. Kids can ride ponies, play with miniature horses and donkeys and vote for their favourite animal. On Saturday 13 October big and small can participate in boeresport and an ice-cream eating competition, enjoy live music with Die Broers…
For nearly 25 years, Plaka has been South Africa’s go-to Greek restaurant with a long-standing philosophy of modern traditional Greek faire. The menu at their new-look store at…
Be a Breast Friend and get your friends to be a part of one of the largest breast cancer awareness in the world! Join the crusade and register for the 13th iThemba Walkathon taking place on Sunday, 21 October 2018 at Marks Park in Johannesburg. Enjoy an amazing day of walking for a purpose with family, friends and your favourite local celebrities plus great food, music and children’s entertainment area. Remember, Early Detection Saves Lives. Your participation will help generate massive awareness in South Africa! Help us keep our breast cancer promise: Breast health aware, every woman, every day. EVENT…
The Festive Ideas market is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year and promises to be bigger and better than ever before with an incredible collection of festive gift…
(Orion, R520) Whether you’ve been having people over for years or the thought terrifies you, this beautiful collection of recipes and advice is a guide for effortless hosting. Rose Prince offers inspiring ideas, practical recipes, menus and tips, no matter the occasion, the space in your home or your budget. Her philosophies are fresh and lovely – no stuffy dinner parties here! For my next gathering around our kitchen table in our small but cosy city apartment, I’m tossing up between Rose’s Persian feast, or my own menu made up of her recipes: marinated slow-cooked lamb shoulder; kale with apple…
For this recipe, you will need: skinless and boneless chicken breasts, baby spinach, strawberries and walnuts. This grilled chicken, spinach and strawberry salad is perfect as a light…