• Who says a lunch or dinner feast requires toiling in front of a hot stove in smouldering South African summer heat? With this easy Truffle and Parmesan cauliflower mash with fresh figs, dinner will be served in a jiffy! ALSO SEE: ‘Half and Half’ Cottage Pie with Root Veg Mash Recipe Recipe and styling by Claire Ferrandi Assisted by Nomvuselelo Mncube  Photograph by Dylan Swart 

    Vegetables are a delicious and nutritious addition to any meal, but why not try making fresh health juices from your own garden-grown veggies? Veggie juices are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can support weight loss and are a healthy alternative to your morning coffee. Here are 6 veggies you can grow to make the best vegetable juices: 1. Carrots High in nutrients, potassium and vitamin A, these natural sweet veggies are packed with low-calorie counts. Carrots are sweet, complementing other juiced fruits and vegetables, such as citrus and ginger. Their carotenoids work well as antioxidants in our bodies…

    Few other baked goods can compare with biting into a freshly baked scone, and now the five-star Table Bay Hotel has given these simple confectionaries a modern take, especially for Valentine’s month. The British classic will still be served, but the hotel’s Executive Chef, Lindsay Venn, has developed a tempting myriad of toppings – sweet, savoury and vegan – to lift the teatime treats to a gourmet level. Guests can start with a classic queen scone served with crème fraiche, homemade strawberry preserve and mature cheddar cheese. Then sample a raspberry matcha scone dipped in white chocolate or a cinnamon,…

    The seaside suburb of Hout Bay is nestled in a pretty valley almost halfway between the city and Cape Point and is known for its beautiful beach, a vibrant and thriving fishing harbour and beautiful mountain views. It also happens to be home to a bunch of Hout Bay restaurants that have become favourites among the community. Fish is caught daily by local fishermen and served in many of the restaurants, however, there are many different Hout Bay restaurants, which offer a diverse range of cuisine, from the catch of the day and sushi to Italian and Asian. Be it the waterfront,…

    When it comes to preparing food, it is always important that we practice good hygiene. By practicing good hygiene, we ensure that we protect our family and friends…