Where there’s smoke, there doesn’t have to be fire – not when, with a few drops of liquid smoke, you can have smoky ribs that didn’t take hours to prepare. Liquid smoke is a flavouring fluid that provides the smokiness produced by hot or cold smoking methods, without actually requiring you to smoke anything. But what exactly is it made of? Wet hickory-, beech- or apple wood chips are placed in a large oven. The wood is heated to a slow smoulder, and the smoke it releases is condensed and rapidly cooled to form a liquid. This smoky water is…
For this recipe, you will need: potatoes, store-bought Bolognese sauce, Cheddar and crème fraîche Serves 4 EASY 1 hr Boil 4 large potatoes in a pot of salted water over high heat until the potatoes are tender and cooked through, about 50 minutes. Cut a deep cross into each potato, squeezing the base gently to open the cut. Spoon 375ml (1½ cups) store-bought Bolognese sauce over each potato. Sprinkle with grated Cheddar. Place the potatoes under a very hot grill until the cheese has melted, about 6 minutes. Be sure to keep an eye on the potatoes as the toppings…
South Africa’s best day out for pet lovers will be back at the Gallagher Convention Centre from 20-22 July! The World of Dogs & Cats and Pet Exhibition…
This recipe is adapted from Tina Bester’s BAKE, and combines two things that should never be separated – almonds and chocolate. It is rich but light at the same time.
Rich and creamy butterless butter chicken curry, served with classic Indian spices and basmati rice is the perfect comforting meal for a cold winter’s evening. Make it for…
This decadent cheesecake works well with any liqueur – try peppermint liqueur or Frangelico. It’s delicious served with a cup of espresso.
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.…
We all want to spoil our loveable cats with a yummy treat every now and then because eating the same thing every day – no matter what it…




