Chillies burn your tongue and take their revenge the next day, yet people love them. Why, asks Lorraine Kearney. Few foods have the status of chillies. They’re loved and feared in equal measure; they can enhance savoury and sweet; they are grown practically everywhere, and are found in traditional foods around the world; unpleasant at first blush, they are embraced everywhere. Interestingly, chilli doesn’t have the addictive qualities of other initially horrible crops like coffee and tobacco, and there is no long-term danger in eating them. So why do we eat them? In 1980, researchers Paul Rozin and Deborah Schiller proposed…
In the mood for pastry? We’ve got the perfect spiced lentil & sweet potato mini pot pie recipe for you! These individual pot pies combine hearty lentils and…
Making waves in macadamias, Premier Nut has recently launched a range of 3 different categories of value-add macadamia branded products, including Sutton Pressed, a cold pressed macadamia nut oil. As a tribute to the company’s founders, Alan and Jeanette Sutton, Sutton Pressed pays homage to the founding family name. Alan and Jeanette have been integral to the macadamia nut industry for over 25 years and their deep-rooted knowledge and passion for the industry are undeniable. Their hard work and unwavering commitment has culminated in the establishment of over 17 macadamia nut farms spread across the lush, sub-tropical regions of Mpumalanga…
As the chill of winter sets in, there’s no better way to warm up than with a delicious, hearty curry. Johannesburg, with its rich cultural tapestry, offers a…
From a shiny granite counter to an organised pantry, there is no better compliment than one about your kitchen. If you noticed a strange odour in the kitchen and cannot pin-point it, maybe it’s time to check the filter of your oven extractor fan. Oven extractor fans are prone to dirt and poor odours due to their regular use in our kitchens to remove grease, poor odours and steam. A lingering smell in the kitchen area is a clear indicator that a thorough clean of your filter and fan is due. Why does the oven extractor fan need to be…
The Karoo Art Hotel in Barrydale is set to host an extraordinary weekend from 5-7 July, featuring five diverse events for art enthusiasts. This unique experience will blend…
South Africa’s biggest culinary extravaganza, the Mzansi Food & Drink Show, is set to take place at the Kyalami International Convention Centre over the long weekend of 15 to 17 June that also includes Father’s Day (June 16) and Youth Day (June 17). Visitors to the show will be able to enjoy food and drink tastings, cooking demos, masterclasses, braai competitions, exclusive offers and a marketplace filled with gastronomic delights. It promises to be a fun-filled event, catering for the whole family. Highlights during the three-day event include: THE MZANSI FIRE & FEAST MEAT FESTIVAL Probably the most popular food…
Our Winter issue has hit the shelves! We’ve got loads of delicious meals, tips and so much more stacked between the pages of this issue. Here are ten…
Tintswalo Boulders is hosting another of its popular winter gourmet weekends from 28 – 30 June, led by resident head chef Dustin Hammond. The experience begins with an Oyster and Whiskey pairing, accompanied by charcuterie boards, followed by a harvest-style gourmet dinner on Friday. Saturday morning starts with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and pastries. Enjoy breakfast on the terrace with uninterrupted views of Boulders Beach and the famous African Penguin Colony. Chef Dustin will then guide the group on a fynbos and coastal foraging excursion. Return to Tintswalo Boulders for lunch and an interactive session where Chef Dustin…
Get ready for a spicier June as Cape Herb & Spice gears up for Herb & Spice Day! Last year, tucked in between Donald Duck day and German…