We’ve all been there: You see a ‘buy 2 get one free’ special on berries and start piling them into your trolley. You leave the shop knowing you’ve bought delicious (and usually very pricey) berries for a bargain and can’t stop dreaming about all the tasty recipes and dishes you can make with them. Alas, disaster strikes. The very next day, just as you’re about to grab a handful of tart blackberries for a morning treat, you spot mould. Now what? You’re torn between disposing of the whole lot (along with the small fortune you’ve just spent) or nitpicking through…
Comfort food doesn’t get more iconic than this. Flaky, golden and packed with love – our classic chicken pie twist is everything you remember (and more). ALSO SEE: Bok…
In September last year, the SA Olive awards were held at the Franschhoek Cellar in Franschhoek when the gold medal winners were then entered into a further judging ceremony to be selected as the Absa Top 10 Olive awards – la crème de la crème of South African Extra Virgin Olive Oils (EVOOs). These Top Ten winners have now earned a place among South Africa’s finest and can confidently compete with the best in the world. Behind each farm, each drop of liquid gold, there’s a story … and that story is what goes into producing world-beating EVOOs. Here’s a…
As the winter school holidays approach, families prepare for a well-deserved break filled with unforgettable memories. With so many options, choosing the perfect destination that caters to parents…
Imagine this: A drink that’s bursting with flavour, made from real fruit, and refreshingly guilt-free. A soda that’s fun, vibrant, and actually good for you. No more worrying about sugar overload or artificial aftertastes—just pure, thirst-quenching satisfaction. At Lo’Cal Premium Beverages, we believe that healthy living should be joyful, not restrictive. That’s why we’ve created a range of sodas that are as delicious as they are wholesome—crafted with care, using locally sourced ingredients and real fruit you can taste in every sip. Why We’re Different You deserve to know exactly what you’re drinking. That’s why our sodas are: Low in…
Desserts are some of the best things in life. And because life is unfair, they’re often loaded with calories. But this low-fat panna cotta is kind to the waistline…
You know The Vineyard Hotel. The one with the tortoises roaming free in gorgeous gardens beneath the mystical eastern slopes of Table Mountain. Built in 1800, converted into a hotel in 1894, and declared a National Monument in 1977, The Vineyard has become an institution in the leafy suburb of Newlands. What you may not know (yet) is that food is The Vineyard’s love language. Not in the overly precious, foam-on-a-spoon kind of way, but in honest, delicious, thoughtfully sourced food, served with generosity and abundance in one of the most peaceful places in Cape Town. There truly is something…
These red velvet cupcakes are everything you love about the classic cake: rich, velvety texture, a hint of cocoa, and that signature tangy cream cheese frosting, all wrapped…
Crash diets are a popular go-to before summer, promising quick results just in time for the season. But research shows they often work against your body, triggering responses that make weight loss harder, not easier. “People blame willpower when they can’t stick with a diet,” says Maria AbiHanna, a nutrition expert at Food Label Maker. “The truth is that your body is built to resist rapid fat loss. So, the key is working with your biology, not against it.” Here are five ways crash diets fail – and what to do instead 1. Your brain interprets dieting as danger When…
Brunch has never looked better! Try this crêpes suzette recipe for the ultimate brunch spread. This elegant French dessert never fails to impress. Thin, delicate crêpes are soaked…