Tucked away in the heart of Franschhoek is The Belmont. A guesthouse conceptualised by owners CJ and Jean-Marié Stander, and brought to life by interior designer Tammy Holmes of Ivy Decor and Design. The Belmont is a magical space. Each of the seven rooms has a unique personality that shines through in every detail – big and small. With a mix of bold colours, intricate patterns, and personality-infused accessories, The Belmont promises a luxury escape in the food and wine capital of South Africa. CJ and Jean-Marié were inspired by their time in Ireland when approaching the restoration of this…
Ever noticed that the salads you order at restaurants are somehow more delicious than the ones you put together at home? Every bite seems to have perfect crunch…
Sticky black rice with lime and mint coated nectarines Try this Sticky black rice with lime and mint coated nectarines by Justine Drake for Juicy Delicious! INGREDIENTS 1 cup (250 ml) black rice 2 cups (500 ml) water ⅓ cup (80 g) brown sugar ½ cup (125 ml) coconut milk Fruit 3 nectarines, de-pipped and cut into thin wedges Juice of 1–2 limes 1 handful mint, leaves removed 2 Tbsp castor sugar METHOD Soak rice in cold water for an hour. Rinse well. Place in a pot with water, stir, bring to the boil, reduce heat, cover and…
Spanakopita dip with cucumber salad & prawns The perfect dish for hosting! PREP TIME 35 min | TOTAL TIME 35 min | SERVES 6 INGREDIENTS 120 g baby spinach…
With the sad disappearance of Hellmann’s mayo from store shelves, NOMU has stepped up to the plate and created South Africa’s first “CrowdSauced” mayo. What started out as a light-hearted joke, turned into the creation of a physical product for South African consumers to test and enjoy – all in about four weeks. A story in three parts: NOMU’s MAYU is a non-tangy homestyle mayonnaise that answers the call of desperate mayo lovers in SA. Plus, they’re giving back to the community by donating all proceeds from the first run of 1000 MAYU products to Peninsula School Feeding. If this…
Apple pie doughnuts a la mode Dessert has never been easier! PREP TIME 10 minutes | COOK TIME 15 minutes | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 6 store-bought cinnamon doughnuts…
The season has brought its bounty into your home, but sometimes there are more gifts from your garden than you know what to do with. Air drying can extend the life of herbs by a very long time. The best method varies depending on what you want to dry. Here is a quick guide to air-drying them: Best herbs for air drying The sturdier the herb, the better for air drying. These are herbs like rosemary, sage, thyme, and parsley. They can easily be air-dried indoors or outdoors, unlike more moist herbs. They can be tied with string or ribbon and…
‘Dynamite comes in small packages’ – this statement cannot be further from the truth when it comes to chia seeds. Although tiny in size, these edible seeds are incredibly rich…
There’s nothing like a juicy burger to fuel your days of adventuring in Cape Town. With a seemingly endless array of dining spot options in the Mother City, deciding on one place can be overwhelming. To narrow down the options, we asked you for your top spots. Here’s your burger guide (in no particular order) 1. Jerry’s Burger Bar View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jerry’s Burger Bar (@jerrysburgerbar) Humbly self-described as just a “burger joint”, Jerry’s is the most recommended spot for the best burgers in Cape Town from locals. Boasting locations in Blouberg,…
Charred peaches with berry rose water yoghurt Tangy, sweet and smoky. This Charred peaches with berry rose water yoghurt is the prefect mid-day dessert or on a warm…