The shift to a more sustainable and conscious kitchen continues throughout the next year. With an emphasis on growing your own food, understanding your ingredients, and buying local, many will embark on trying home-grown meals. Here are some places to try: Conscious Carnivores, Makers Landing, Cape Town The team behind Conscious Carnivores is all about high-quality meat with no short cuts. You can experience delicious ready-made Halaal dishes in the ambience of Makers Landing, or you can purchase their quality meat at their Conscious Meat Merchants butchery section. https://youtu.be/wJFNFZDQvfA The Conscious Kitchen, Cape Town The Conscious Kitchen is…
Swirl, sniff and sip your way through some of the best of South Africa’s wines at the annual Pick n Pay Wine & Food Festival, which kicks off…
In November 2021, ditto on kloof became the new kid on the block and Cape Town’s first 100% plant-based ice cream parlour. A few months later, the owners expanded their store and opened up a waffle house right next door – 100% plant-based too, of course. Picture: @gesantabed / Instagram Since its opening, ditto has been giving people the chance to enjoy the creamy texture and indulgent flavour of ice cream without any dairy products or common allergens included – no soy, nuts, wheat or lactose. From fruity flavours like Passionella, Marvellous Mango and Berry Bonanza to creamy ones like…
Rose’s Table is an exclusive fine dining experience in Cape Town that happens only once a month. As guests step inside, they are transported to a world of…
Pork T-bone steak with sriracha-flavoured butter Give beef a break and serve these tasty Pork T-bone steaks, grilled and finished with rich sriracha butter. Don’t forget the braaibroodjies and mielies to finish the South African feast! SERVES: 4 | PREP TIME: 25 min | COOK TIME: 10 min | TOTAL TIME: 35 min INGREDIENTS 4 large pork T-bone steaks, rind removed a splash of olive oil DRY RUB 5 ml coriander seeds 3 ml fennel seeds 3 ml whole peppercorns a sprig of each thyme and rosemary leaf stripped 1 bay leaf, broken into pieces 3 ml smoked paprika…
This Friday, Cape Town Heritage Tours will celebrate Freedom Month and pay homage to Cape Town’s heritage by visiting some of the city’s oldest pubs within walking distance of…
Research has proved that a healthy gut is the secret to a healthy life. The good news is that it’s within reach with the help of beneficial bacteria known as probiotics. Your health is your most valuable asset and in today’s uncertain world it’s essential to look after it. Although underestimated for many years, good gut health is now recognised as crucial in maintaining your body’s strength and vigour. “Current research has shown that the estimated 100 trillion bacteria in your digestive system are directly linked to diseases and conditions both physical and mental that you may be susceptible to,”…
The end of the holy month of Ramadan is fast approaching. For Muslims across the country, it has been a month of self-reflection and prayer – a time…
If you’re a fan of spicy food and cosy modern vibes, you’re in for a treat at Hacienda Coastal Mexican. Even though you’ll experience the authentic flavours and spices synonymous with Mexican cooking, you won’t find typical Mexican food here. Think fine-dining tapas style dishes that deliver a sensory experience. The cosy atmosphere carries through to the style of dining. Pick a few dishes per course from their inventive menu to share between friends. We were treated to a night out at Hacienda to experience it for ourselves. Let’s walk you through it… Setting the scene Upon arrival, we couldn’t help…
The Red Room by Chefs Warehouse is the latest from the respected restaurant brand and promises an unrivalled Pan-Asian dining experience. Founders Liam Tomlin, David Schneider and Mount…