• While we are all eager to welcome the new year and write up our 2023 resolutions, remember that resolutions should be made to expand our world, not shrink our bodies. What comes after a month in which most of us have hopefully rested, reconnected with loved ones, and savoured every delectable holiday snack is a constant reminder that it is time to atone for those indulgences and welcome the New Year ready to become our “best” selves. While, of course, it’s okay to intentionally change your lifestyle to prioritise nutrition and incorporate more health-promoting behaviours, we all deserve better than a…

    Pan-fried chicken breasts with avo, grapefruit and spring onion salad Chicken and salad is always a perfect lunch idea! TOTAL TIME 30 minutes | SERVES 2 – 4  INGREDIENTS  For the chicken  4 chicken breasts 2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp ground coriander ½ tsp dried chili flakes For the salad  1 avocado, sliced 3 grapefruits, peeled and sliced 2 spring onions, chopped mint leaves (optional) 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp vinegar salt pepper METHOD RUB spice mix onto chicken breasts. HEAT a pan over medium-high heat and fry the chicken breasts until slightly charred and the…

    Harissa chicken bake with bulgur wheat topping Simply tasty dinner idea PREP TIME 20 minutes | COOK TIME 1 hour 10 minutes | SERVES 4  INGREDIENTS  1.8 kg whole chicken 2 red onions, cut into wedges 400 g mini orange sweet potatoes, halved lengthways ¼ cup harissa paste 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tbsp olive oil 1 L chicken stock 320 g coarse bulgur wheat ½ cup natural seed mix (sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds and pine nuts) 500 g baby roma truss tomatoes olive oil cooking spray METHOD USING a sharp, heavy knife or poultry shears, cut down…

    Taking a break from alcohol is always a good idea, and with so many alcohol-free alternatives on the shelves these days it’s become much easier. Whether you are pregnant, taking a break, or training for a marathon, Musgrave Crafted Spirits, who are well-known for disrupting the luxury spirits industry, have you covered with their delicious INSPIRIT – an aromatic, alcohol-free infusion made with 12 rare botanicals inspired by the ancient spice route of Africa. After many hours of tinkering and experimenting INSPIRIT is as good as the real thing. It’s distinctive flavour and pink colour is a light and elegant…

    Let’s make 2023 the year of self-care themed New Year’s resolutions. We’ve rounded up 4 relaxing deals to nurture the new you… Luxury experience for 2 in Groot Drakenstein A spa treatment, welcome drink, and delicious food for two – all for only R2 299. You’ll save 49% until the 30th of June 2023 by snatching up this deal to spoil yourself and a friend. Don’t sleep on this relaxing deal! https://daddysdeals.co.za/deals/cape-town/vouchers/a-luxury-experience-for-2-in-groot-drakenstein/ Sensations package for 2 in Groot Drakenstein Lunch and wine tasting PLUS two spa treatments for two people? Yes please! For R1 749 spoil yourself and a partner…