• Celebrity chefs introduce tastes of the world with innovative campaign The public can now be transported to another country without even leaving their city with the latest offering from Col’Cacchio Pizzeria. Being the first to follow international trends right here in South Africa, Col’Cacchio added an Indian vs Cape Malay pizza option to their menu with the influence of Indian tastemaker Naqiyah Mayat and Cape Malay Queen, Fatima Sydow. “It’s about leading the way and being innovative in international flavour trends, while still celebrating our local heritage,” said Kinga Baranowska, co-founder of Col’Cacchio Pizzeria. The two celebrity chefs are equally…

    South Africa has been chosen to host the prestigious Concours Mondial du Sauvignon For the first time in the 14-year history of the Concours Mondial du Sauvignon, South Africa will be the host country of the biggest and most significant international wine competition dedicated to Sauvignon Blanc, making it the first country outside of Europe to host this prestigious competition. This news was announced on Saturday 21 May 2022 in the Calabrian city of Cosenza in Italy, to an audience of 310 wine experts representing 45 nationalities, at the international Concours Mondial de Bruxelles. The 2023 Concours Mondial du Sauvignon…

    This blueberry walnut crumble contains natural sugar only, packed full of crunchy walnuts, chewy dates and of course, refreshing blueberries, this dessert is a perfect low effort bake…

    We’re back with another incredible round up of products that our team has used and loved this month. Our editors favourites include everything from wines to food and unique home-decor items. Ernie Els Wine Cabernet Sauvignon is in the DNA of Ernie Els Wines and most of their property is dedicated to this variety. Their latest Big Easy Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 vintage is wonderfully energetic with a lingering, pleasant lead pencil finish. Rich red fruit flavours combine with the earthy herbaceousness, adding some complexity to the wine. Youthful, yet serious, this wine is carefully crafted in its intended style: fruity,…

    Here’s a recipe for a delicious dessert that’s sweet, a little spicy and a little caffeinated! What more could you ask for? (Serves 6) INGREDIENTS 375ml chai tea* 60g sugar 2 strips orange peel 2 cinnamon sticks 6 cardamom pods 2 star anise 5 black peppercorns 6 pears FOR THE BUTTERSCOTCH COFFEE SAUCE 75g castor sugar 40g butter 15ml espresso coffee 275ml thick cream TO SERVE Whipped cream, crème fraiche or ice cream 1. Place the water, sugar, orange peel, cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, star anise and peppercorns in a pot, just big enough to hold the pears. 2. Bring…