We checked in with musician, celebrity chef and restaurateur J’Something at his Pretoria-based restaurant, Something’s Cooking by J’Something. MY NAME IS… Joao, which is Portuguese for John. Although it happens to be one of the most common names in Portugal, no one could pronounce it in South Africa; so I settled for J’Something. LOVE COOKING WITH… Fresh tomatoes. MY FAVOURITE CHEF AT THE MOMENT IS… David Chang, who founded the Momofuku restaurant group in the USA – I just love his approach to, and passion for, food. MY PERFECT DATE IS… When I take my wife, Coco, to Banchan…
This wine, for that dish So much wine, so little time. Here are some standout MCCs (and one Champagne) to try this December, paired with delicious recipes from…
You are invited to discover exciting new ways to create delicious plant-based recipes using Flora – just in time for a healthy festive season. Special guest Zintle Ntshikila will create, share and prepare her favourite plant-based recipes – and guests will be able to join in the preparation and meal creation. Three delicious dishes will provide you with the tools to enjoy a better-for-you holiday, the plant-based way. Join us, as we discover new ways to enjoy Flora, while preparing wonderful holiday recipes for the whole family, so everyone can #LIVEMORELIFE this festive season. DATE: Saturday 8 December LOCATION: PNP…
With an organic, raw approach and ever-evolving culinary style, Chef Alex Webber of Workshop 55 in Parktown North is dedicated to the creation of unique dishes that contribute…
Bursting with tantalising tastes, the new Twinings Infusio collection is sugar and caffeine free, making it the perfect all-day drink. Recipe and image supplied by Twinings
Christmas in Cape Town means perfect weather, good company, and lasting memories, but with all the planning involved it can be more frantic than fun. To ensure both…
What better way to celebrate the start of the festive season than by sipping the finest bubbly and enjoying the coolest craft and international gins available in South Africa. Introducing an event like no other…. The Wade Bales Cap Classique & Gin Affair With over 60 of South Africa’s premium MCC’s (all made in the traditional Methode Champenoise style), you’ll get to enjoy the likes of Graham Beck, Steenberg, Anthonij Rupert, Tanzanite and Boschendal to name a few. Then taste and celebrate with the fastest growing spirit in the world, gin! There will be up to 50 craft and international…
Hugo Uys’ bio pic by Karl Simone By Naveen Duwadi Each month, Chef Hugo dives into the best of the ever-changing NYC food scene, offering up his top 5 restaurant…
Cleaning need not be a time consuming or even an unpleasant chore. Using only three basic products, you can clean and disinfect your entire kitchen in a jiffy. Here’s how… COUNTERTOPS AND CUTTING BOARDS These are the perfect surfaces for germs to accumulate on and need special attention to ensure that no contamination of foodstuffs occurs. Kill germs and get rid of any grime by washing your countertops and cutting boards with a soapy solution made with 1 tablespoon of MAQ Multipurpose Thick Bleach mixed with 2 litres of water. KITCHEN APPLIANCES Appliances – especially those you use often –…
21 years ago, a renowned South African chef travelled through the narrow pathways of Marrakesh and was inspired by the irresistible mounds of nougat on offer. Upon returning…