In honour of World Vegan Month this November, Capsicum Culinary Studio has announced a collaboration with Humane Society International/Africa. With growing numbers of South Africans reducing their consumption of meat, eggs and dairy and embracing a more plant-centric diet, HSI/Africa will help equip the school’s lecturers and students with the knowledge and skills in plant-based cooking to meet this growing demand. In the upcoming months, through its Green Monday South Africa programme, HSI/Africa will host a series of plant-based culinary sessions for Capsicum lecturers from all six campuses across the country. The techniques learned will be taught to third-year students as…
Paint your own napkins Forget plain ol’ white napkins on your festive table. Grab some paint brushes, paint and stencils and paint your own festive napkins. You can…
This festive herbal wreath is gorgeous and fresh, perfect for holiday decoration. Let the aromatic, refreshing scents waft through your home and fill it with cheer. Here’s how to make a herbal wreath: Begin by making a frame. You can use an already-made wreath frame, such as a grapevine wreath or bend wire or weave together long, bendable sticks to form a circular shape. Collect a variety of herbs for both their scent, sturdiness and appearance. Sage, rosemary, thyme, oregano, lemon balm and fennel work well. Make sure you leave a good amount of stem on the herbs when picking. Create small…
Pioneering Asian restaurants in Franschhoek – Ōku Asian Eatery and Yama Sushi Emporium – enter the summer season with fresh verve underscored by a greater focus on seasonality…
Lentil, asparagus & baby tomato salad This Lentil, asparagus & baby tomato salad is a light and crunchy addition to any meal, or even enjoyed on its own. PREP TIME 15 minutes | COOK TIME 25 minutes | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 250 g green lentils 2 tsp olive oil 2 onions, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tsp finely grated ginger 2 tsp garam masala ¼ cup lemon juice 170 g asparagus, trimmed, cut into 5cm pieces 400 g exotic tomato mix, halved 2 celery stalks, cut into matchsticks ½ cup mint leaves 2 tbsp flaked almonds, toasted 80…
Cereal is a quick and convenient breakfast option, but what about the sugar content? A bowl of cereal here and there may not be an issue in moderation,…
It’s less than a month until Christmas, which means gift shopping for the holidays is already underway. If you’re stuck on ideas, check out these amazing gift ideas, perfect for spoiling all the foodies in your life! Extra Good Things (Cookbook) R595 at Loot What’s for Dessert? (Cookbook) R549 at Takealot The Spice Route R259 at Yuppie Chef Salt Selection R229 at Poetry Stores Chilli Oil R139 at Yuppie Chef Fern Print Apron R449 at Poetry Stores Gingham Oven Mitt R240 at Boschendal Mortar & Pestle R199 at Poetry Stores Parmesan Grater R350 at Babylonstoren Butter Crock R629 at Le…
For a limited time only, you can experience Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen’s seasonal wine and food experience at JAN Franschhoek. From the 1st of December 2022 until…
Chef and restaurateur David Higgs teased at the Eat Out Woolworths Awards that Marble is coming to Cape Town next year. Here’s what we know so far… Where in Cape Town? They’ve signed the lease to set up Marble at the Waterfront. Building will begin in June/July with the expected open date to be in November 2023. Marble Cape Town is going to be special with full views of the waterfront and Table Mountain. It’ll be separate from the other restaurants at the Waterfront to create its own special spot. Marble has become an institution in Joburg, serving about 300-400…
The winners of the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards have been announced! So many talented chefs and foodies will be representing South Africa at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards…