• Join celebrated chef and charcuterie whizz Neil Jewell for a hands-on Charcuterie Workshop at Jewell’s Restaurant at Spice Route Destination in Paarl on Saturday 27 July 2024. Learn how to make your own charcuterie as Neil demonstrates the whole process from butchery to brining and seasoning. Neil’s passion lies in his homemade artisanal charcuterie that he prepares with mountains of patience and bucketloads of love, using pork, beef, and lamb from neighbouring Fairview. You’ll also get to make your own sausages and enjoy a delicious lunch at Jewell’s. Venue: Jewell’s Restaurant at Spice Route Destination in Paarl  Date: Saturday 27…

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    There’s nothing more comforting than a steaming bowl of soup, especially during the cold months. However, eating the same soup for multiple days can become tiresome. Instead of tossing the leftovers, you can freeze them to enjoy later. Here’s a guide on the best way to store and freeze soup, and how to reheat it safely. Freezing soup Cool the soup Before freezing, allow the soup to cool. Refrigerators and freezers can’t cool soup quickly enough to be food-safe. To speed up cooling, place the pot of soup in a bath of ice water in the sink and stir often.…

    Nestled amidst the rolling hills and vineyards of the beautiful Robertson Valley, Van Loveren is a family-owned wine farm steeped in tradition and passion.   Van Loveren’s story traces back to 1937 when Hennie Retief acquired the land and named it after his wife’s ancestor, Christina van Loveren. What started as modesty vineyards of just red muscadel has flourished over three decades under the stewardship of successive generations of the Retief family. Van Loveren’s journey reached a significant milestone when Nico and Wynand Retief, Hennies’ sons bottled the first Van Loveren wine in 1980 with 500 bottles of Premium Grand Cru,…

    Warm up with a bowl of baby marrow and butter-bean soup, a creamy and comforting dish that pairs perfectly with gruyère and mustard soldiers. Packed with goodness from the fresh produce, whether served as a starter or a light main course, it’s sure to become a favourite in your culinary repertoire. Plus, the soldiers are so delicious, you’ll want to make them for every meal! ALSO SEE: IRISH POTATO, LEEK, AND PEA SOUP WITH SHAMROCK CROÛTONS 

    Fungi are making waves in the world of skincare. From its uses in ancient Chinese medicine to undergoing extensive studies under the microscope, certain fungi have been dubbed as fantastic skincare ingredients for their rich source of vitamin D, protein, and antioxidants.  In other words, shrooms in your skincare may actually be pretty beneficial! As interest in sustainable beauty ingredient grows, mushrooms are poised to play an increasingly prominent role in the skincare routines of the future. Let’s dive into what makes mushrooms such a potent ingredient in skincare: Mushrooms contain natural components One of the key reasons mushrooms are…

    Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering, this fresh chicken curry is sure to become a favourite in your culinary repertoire. This fresh chicken curry celebrates…