How to give longevity to your leftovers

With the cost of living continually rising and busy schedules becoming the norm, meal planning has become more than just a trend – it has now become essential for any household, no matter how big or small. Chef Ross Birkin of ANEW Hotel Hilton Pietermaritzburg has become a master in meal prep and extending the…

BySpice4Life NewsAugust 21, 20240Comments

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The ultimate Women’s Month Women’s Superfood Smoothie by the team at Krazy Kiwi Kookbox

Here is one just for the ladies! Ultimate Women's Superfood Smoothie Ingredients: 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk) 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (for probiotics and protein) 1 small banana (for natural sweetness and potassium) 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries for antioxidants) 1 tablespoon chia seeds (for omega-3 fatty acids…

BySpice4Life NewsAugust 20, 20240Comments

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Make Miss South Africa’s Thai Green Curry!

Newly crowned Miss South Africa 2024, Mia Le Roux is a keen cook and a dab hand in the kitchen! One of her favourite dishes to make for friends and family is her Thai Green Chicken Curry. Says Le Roux: “This is a Jamie Oliver recipe that I’ve adapted to include ingredients more readily available in…

BySpice4Life NewsAugust 19, 20240Comments

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Laager Tea4Kidz Rooibos puts a healthy local spin on 3 TikTok foodie trends

TikTok has grown into a worldwide sensation, becoming one of the most popular social media platforms in South Africa since its 2016 inception. Among the dance routines, TikTok challenges, and funny videos, lies a wealth of great recipe content and foodie trends for families. Some of the trends are relevant for local audiences while others…

BySpice4Life NewsAugust 15, 20240Comments

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6 Health benefits of chocolate for winter (plus a zingy choc recipe to boost the immune system!)

Chocolate is often considered one of life's luxuries and "guilty" pleasures. But if you know the biology behind chocolate and how it actually benefits your health, guilty can become good for you. According to Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront Head Chef, Grant Cullingworth, "Chocolate's superpower lies in the cocoa, which is made from the seeds (or beans) of the…

BySpice4Life NewsAugust 5, 20240Comments

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Celebrating a powerhouse chef this Women’s Month

Chef Ketsia's dream is to run an all female catering company with a difference Twenty-six-year-old Chef Ketsia Mutendji is living proof that a qualification in food can unlock an extensive array of opportunities in the culinary and gastronomic sector. This dynamic Randburg resident has worked as a private chef, gone the entrepreneurial route and opened…

BySpice4Life NewsAugust 5, 20240Comments

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Pie hack for an easy homemade MasterChef version

Those who tuned into MasterChef South Africa this weekend would have seen the contestants stressing over creating the perfect pie for the judges, but for those who don't have three hours to cook, Pick n Pay has the perfect pie hack. Chef Nokx Majozi, senior chef at Rosewood London's Holborn Dining Room and head pie…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 31, 20240Comments

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The Hungry Mute: Gourmet Brownies to feed creativity and silence hunger

For Makomborero Mutezo, it all began during his late teens when he started watching the Food Network Africa channel on TV. Says the now 24-year old chef who hails from Pretoria: "I was captivated by the blend of creativity, design and science involved in making delicious dishes. The adobe suite and kitchen became my playground, and…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 29, 20240Comments

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Dairy – your key ingredient in hearty winter meals

There's a long stretch of winter still ahead and one of the most important ways to take care of ourselves is to focus on healthy eating. When the temperature plummets, our nutritional and energy needs shift according to our lifestyle adaptions. Warming, hearty meals bring comfort and help to maintain body temperature, but we still…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 26, 20240Comments

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A Match Made in Mixology Heaven: ANGOSTURA’s Perfect Whisky Pairing

Two centuries of aromatic excellence: ANGOSTURA® bitters marks a momentous 200th anniversary in 2024 Since its creation in 1824, these iconic bitters have become an essential element in the world of whisky cocktails. Their unique profile elevates both classic and modern blends, leaving an undeniable mark on the craft. Whisky has also proven to be…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 24, 20240Comments

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How to give longevity to your leftovers

The ultimate Women’s Month Women’s Superfood Smoothie by the team at Krazy Kiwi Kookbox

Make Miss South Africa’s Thai Green Curry!

Laager Tea4Kidz Rooibos puts a healthy local spin on 3 TikTok foodie trends

6 Health benefits of chocolate for winter (plus a zingy choc recipe to boost the immune system!)

Celebrating a powerhouse chef this Women’s Month

Pie hack for an easy homemade MasterChef version

The Hungry Mute: Gourmet Brownies to feed creativity and silence hunger

Dairy – your key ingredient in hearty winter meals

A Match Made in Mixology Heaven: ANGOSTURA’s Perfect Whisky Pairing

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