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    Choc-cherry coconut bars Impress your Valentine with these delectable bars. PREP TIME 30 mins + refrigeration/freezing | MAKES 16 | GLUTEN FREE | DAIRY FREE | VEGAN  INGREDIENTS 200 g dark chocolate, roughly chopped 1 cup dried or glace cherries 3 cups desiccated coconut ½ cup golden syrup 1 tsp vanilla essence ⅓ cup melted coconut oil seed oil  METHOD GREASE and line base and sides of an 18 cm x 28 cm rectangular pan with baking paper. PLACE half the chocolate in a small heatproof bowl over a pot of gently simmering water (don’t allow bowl to…

    Chetna Makan is a household name – and for good reason. Ever since appearing on the Great British Bake off in 2014, Chetna has been on a steady rise to becoming a go-to cookbook author for authentic and delicious Indian cuisine. We caught up with her to chat about her upcoming book, Chetna’s Easy Baking and learn more about her inspiration when it comes to cooking and baking. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chetna Makan (@chetnamakan) How did all of this start? How did you find yourself in food? It definitely wasn’t a planned…

    Have you sorted your V-Day gift yet? You can never go wrong with a bunch of sweet treats! From aphrodisiac aperitifs to big bouncy mallows, sweet biscuits, and crowd-pleaser choccies, we’ve found the goodies worth splurging for this Valentine’s Day. Let’s dive in! A Valentine’s bundle from Basilei Basilei Basilei takes confectionary to a whole new level. You can never go wrong with gifting a box of the most irresistible marshmallows around. If you opt for their Valentine’s bundle, you’ll get strawberry marshmallow and white chocolate fudge, an almond nougat, a large strawberry mallow and salted pecan caramels. Get it…

    Stuck on what to do this Valentine’s Day? Here are a few fun date ideas to spoil your loved one with this Valentine’s Day. Romantic sunset picnics at Spier Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Spier with a romantic picnic next to the Eerste River. Collect your basket filled with delicious farm-fresh food and settle down for a feast while you enjoy the sounds of romantic live music played from across the bank. Local singer/songwriter Luh’ra, with the help of her golden guitar, will provide tranquil melodies during the evening. Expect indie soul with a deep emotional feel. While the music plays…

    We visited the new I Love the Dough on Kloof street, famous for their neon lighting, catchy tunes and the freshest pizza parties in town! View this post on Instagram A post shared by I LOVE THE DOUGH (@ilovethedoughct) Beams of Cape Town summer sun stream in through the windows, adding a warm glow to the bright neon pink hue of the restaurant. As I sit down for dinner with my sister, a classic golden oldie booms from the DJ booth, I do a little wiggle in my seat. The longer I sit, the more I feel like I…

    LOVE – a universal feeling that can be expressed in every language. For the longest time, people worldwide have used Valentine’s Day to spoil their romantic partners with decadent confectionery, sensational garments, and luxurious bouquets. However, the sentiment around how this special day is celebrated continues to evolve. While these romantic displays of love will always be at the heart of Valentine’s Day, this year we invite you to celebrate your family members, the friends you have on speed dial, the colleagues who are there to listen to those date-night stories after your Teams call, the little ones who look…

    These sweet treats will get your weekend started off the right way. Triple-chocolate crackle crunch cake This cake is bound to impress your guests! Burnt basque cheesecake This Burnt Basque cheesecake recipe is the perfect balance between sweet and creamy. Berry jam & vanilla palmiers A ‘berry’ delicious take on the classic palmier. Grapefruit curd tart with orange cream Deliciously baked grapefruit curd in pastry topped with orange zest cream. Rolled blueberry pecan brioche Just as good as the bakeries. This Rolled blueberry pecan brioche is all the buttery goodness to die for! ALSO SEE:…

    Vegetarian chilli with guacamole A wholesome vegetarian meal if you are looking to try something new! TOTAL TIME 45minutes | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 2 celery stalks 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1 yellow bell pepper, deseeded and chopped 1 red bell pepper,  deseeded and chopped 2 fresh red chillies, finely chopped 1 tbsp smoked paprika 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 tsp ground coriander 2 tsp fresh oregano leaves 2 cups vegetable stock 400 g 70% dark chocolate, grated 400 g tinned four-bean-mix, grain and rinsed 1 tbsp sugar ¾ cup finely grated mature cheddar cheese 156…

    Espresso martini The rich chocolatey character of The Legendary Dark Silkie Irish Whiskey is superb in a Dark Espresso Surprise, Dark Silkie’s take on an espresso martini. Bringing the almost-forgotten smoky style of Irish whiskey back into the consciousness and repertoire of discerning premium spirits drinkers is the collection of Silkie whiskeys. Each whiskey in the collection is blended to an exacting standard by Sliabh Liag Distillers and takes drinkers on a journey through the rich, surprising rewards of whiskies with a varying degree of smoky character. INGREDIENTS 50 ml Dark Silkie Irish Whiskey 30 ml chilled espresso 15 ml…

    Cocoa, fig and pistachio date balls TIME: 20 mins + 1 hr, to firm up | MAKES: about 16 balls Place 12 dried dates (soaked in boiling water for 10 minutes and drained), 110g ground almonds, 70g coconut oil, 35g cocoa powder, 5ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence and a pinch salt in a blender and blitz until almost smooth. Stir in 50g toasted and chopped pistachio nuts, a small handful each of toasted desiccated coconut and chopped dried figs. Roll the mixture into 2cm balls and coat in finely chopped toasted pistachio nuts. Place in the fridge to firm up,…

    The vegan community has been flying its flag high and proud in the Mother City. We’re not quite sure when it began, but we’re certainly not complaining. A bunch of vegan-friendly restaurants, coffee shops, waffle houses, and ice cream parlours have been popping up on almost every corner. Here are 4 vegan-friendly ice cream spots every Capetonian needs to get to ASAP: Ditto Ice Cream & Waffle House Made from Cape Town’s favourite oat milk, Oh Oat m*lk, Ditto ice cream recently became the dairy-free alternative everyone’s been talking about! Deliciously creamy and indistinguishable from dairy, whether you’re vegan or…

    The Spice Route is truly a venue that has something for every member of the family – guaranteed! For the kids, the play area is what dreams are made of, trust us… Plus, there are mountain biking routes on the farm from 2,5km, making them accessible for young riders. For everyone else, there’s wine, beer, biltong, chocolate, and gin tasting! What a mouthful (in the best way, of course)! Spoil your family’s foodie with a trip to Brenda’s Deli where they can mix their own blend of spices and learn more about their favourites. Before we continue, you should also…

    Here are some tips and tricks to use up a few speciality ingredients you may be using this season. Fruit & veggies Blend leftover berry pulp and seeds into your morning smoothie, or swirl into yoghurt or oats for a fruity finish. Add discarded tomato cores and seeds to your favourite tomato pasta, stew, bolognese or other tomato-based sauce. Grow avocado pits as a fun DIY project with the kids. Zested an orange? Enjoy freshly squeezed orange juice with your breakfast Clean out juiced grapefruit skins and place flat in a muffin tin like bowls. Prepare a sachet of…

    Croissant day means that we had to share a round-up of our best recipes that use this brunch favourite. From cakes to “doughssants” we have a range of delicious recipes for you to try! Light and fluffy croissants Make your own croissants at home with the help of this step by step recipe! Super easy almond croissants If you’re looking to impress your friends with very low effort or just want to treat yourself, then this is the recipe for you! These croissants will look like you just picked them up from a nearby bakery, and will only…

    In 2020 George’s Grill House opened their first store serving superior aged meat and modern cuisine with Greek elements all prepared in their signature open kitchen at The Neighbourhood Square. This is the story of how George Kutra started this iconic restaurant where prime cuts are grilled to perfection. The name on the wall represents who he is, from the staff and the food to the ambiance and interiors. Where it all began George’s passion for the restaurant business took hold when he went into partnership with a friend in 1996 and they opened their first restaurant. Soon afterwards his…