• What better way to spend the weekend than strolling through some of Cape Town’s iconic farmers’ markets? Local crafts, a myriad of fresh produce, artisanal cheeses, charcuterie and more – it’s exactly what we need to kickstart the weekend the right way. Here are five farmers’ markets in and around Cape Town perfect for weekend meandering:  Oranjezicht City Farm Market (OZCF) A definite Cape Town favourite, the OZCF Market lies in the heart of Granger Bay. Shielded from the bustling city life just outside its border, you can stroll from stall to stall with a freshly brewed coffee or juice…

    From cooks sharing their meals with us from the comfort of their homes, to the best utensils to have in your drawers, this year we saw the rise of the home kitchen. A space where magic lies between madness and mayhem, we chatted to Fatima Ebrahim about her dumpling journey in the kitchen. Please tell us a little bit about you? I’m Fatima. I’m an English teacher who works in an international classroom. I love to travel and explore different cultures and cuisines. One of my favourite things is to remake foods I’ve seen in movies and series, and that’s…

    There are few things most people in the world can agree on – one of them being that there’s nothing quite as scrumptious as biting into a perfectly juicy burger. Whether it’s the hands-on factor or the perfect bun-to-filling ratio that gives burgers their satisfying appeal, the Mother City is home to a number of the best halaal burger joints. Izzyburger  Flame-grilled goodness slathered in a delicious sauce and topped with cheese and a toasted bun. They also offer a range of other burgers, including a crispy chicken burger, all at affordable prices. Head to Wynberg and grab one of their…

    World Book and Copyright Day is all about celebrating reading and encouraging the enjoyment of books across the world. This year, we couldn’t help but look back at some of our favourite childhood cookbooks that encouraged our own love of books (and cooking). We chatted to the team and put together some of our nostalgic picks. The Cape Malay Cookbook by Faldelah Williams “I grew up with and still use The Cape Malay Cookbook. I stole my copy from my mom 😇 ” – Megan Paulse, Group Editor The Cape Malay Cookbook shares easy recipes paired with illustrations that…

    The President Hotel in Bantry Bay, affectionately known as one of Cape Town’s most loved hotels, with its spacious apartments, gorgeous views and Instagram-worthy infinity pool has given its dining outlets a fresh face and light refurbishment. Picture: Supplied The Restaurant and Terrace, The Deck Bar, The Base (for gourmet woodfired pizzas) and Botany Café (serving healthy lunch and freshly squeezed juice) are all popular amongst locals who enjoy the divine breakfast spread, delicious pizzas and daily sundowners. The spaces now boast contemporary furnishing and finishes and little touches to enhance the dining experience. Picture: Supplied The hotel’s bar, The…