Time Square’s Sous Chef Cynthia Bombe celebrates Cheesecake Day with her favourite recipe
Cheesecake in all its guises – baked, not baked, chocolate, Basque, New York-style, topped with whipped cream, fruits or coulis, on a shortcrust pastry or biscuit crumb base – is the perfect treat for afternoon tea or morning coffee. You just can’t…
The mid-winter chill brings a sense of contraction, and it's natural to feel like curling up under a blanket rather than stepping out. But no matter the weather, our busy lives go on and we have little choice but to wrap up as best we can and get through these colder days. What helps is…
Why wait until December to break out the fairy lights and festive cheer? Christmas in July is the perfect excuse to gather your mates, shake off the mid-winter slump and host a night that's equal parts cosy, cheeky and unforgettably fun. This is your chance to give tradition a bit of a twist - an…
How 'Lost' Dishes Are Making a Comeback
There was a time when your grandmother's vetkoek recipe was just… well, your grandmother's vetkoek recipe. The method she used for making delicious, deep-fried dough bread you couldn't wait to smother with syrup or her savoury mince. But definitely not something you'd expect to find on a modern…
As the temperatures dip, our taste buds lean into bold, comforting flavours that linger. It’s the time for slow pours, cosy catchups, and cocktails that bring both depth and a little drama. The Road to Manhattan does just that — a daring, bittersweet twist on the classic Manhattan, this serve is tailor-made for cool-weather sipping…
How a Mix of High Fibre and Raw Seeds Helps Improve Nutrient Absorption and Boost Immunity Naturally
Maintaining a strong immune system and ensuring optimal nutrient absorption are vital for long-term health and vitality. One highly effective, natural strategy to support these functions is incorporating a mix of high-fibre foods and raw seeds into your…
Strategic Nutrition For The Colder Months
When winter rolls in, so do the cravings for comfort food. Think hot buttered toast, creamy pastas, and rich slow-cooked stews. And, while these warming dishes satisfy the soul, they often lack sufficient fibre to support gut health. Fresh salads and crunchy vegetables naturally lose their appeal in colder…
Heat-and-eat heroics for busy households, lunchboxes, and lazy weeknights.
There's something deeply comforting about a warm, curry-scented meal, especially when it's ready in minutes. Bull Brand's new Chicken Curry Mince, a proudly South African, first-of-its-kind canned meal designed for the modern, time-strapped kitchen. High in flavour and low on prep, this heat-and-eat hero makes deliciousness…
Looking for a fun, healthy and easy activity to keep the kids entertained during the July holidays? Wayne Blake, Cluster General Manager at ANEW Hotels & Resorts, shares his top five no-bake treats that are kid-approved and easy to make.
Wayne’s top holiday survival tip: “Don’t overthink it. The best snacks are the ones that…
as she has turned her passion into a successful career
Family means everything to chef and cookbook author Zanele van Zyl so it is apt that she credits them with turning her passion into a hugely successful career.
"My interest in food and cooking began at a young age, growing up in a home where…