Summer days call for sunshine, good vibes and alfresco feasts. But there’s nothing worse than warm drinks and soggy salads cramping your style. Keep your cool with these no-sweat hacks to stay frosty all season long! Ice, ice baby! Invest in reusable ice packs or DIY your own by freezing water in resealable bags or sturdy containers. Pro tip: Add salt to the water — it lowers the freezing point, keeping your ice icy for longer. Frozen layers Freeze water bottles or juice pouches to double as ice packs. Stack them strategically in your cooler — they’ll keep everything chilled…
StarDust offers locals an authentic theatrical dining experience allowing for the enjoyment of both diner and a show! The staff in the restaurant takes on a dual role…
There’s something undeniably comforting about a pâté that’s smooth, rich, and served with crisp, warm toast. It’s the kind of dish that brings people together, whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply enjoying a quiet moment. Perfect for the season, this festive chicken liver and sage pâté with toast promises to become a timeless favourite at your table. Make your chicken liver pâté up to 2 days before and store, covered with cling film, in the fridge. ALSO SEE: Show-stopping stars and floating berries trifle Recipe and styling by Claire Ferrandi Photograph by Dylan Swart
There’s something magical about holiday baking. The house smells of cinnamon, vanilla, and chocolate, and everyone eagerly awaits a slice of your freshly baked masterpiece…. But then, disaster…
This festive season, the kitchen heats up as Celebrity MasterChef South Africa debuts on SABC 3. The six-part series brings together 12 well-known South African celebrities to compete in a culinary showdown like no other. With a whopping R1 million at stake and no Instagram stories allowed, it’s guaranteed to be messy, dramatic and utterly unmissable! Cooking for a cause Celebrity MasterChef isn’t just about who can whip up the tastiest dishes — it’s about heart. Each celebrity is cooking to make Christmas brighter for their chosen charity. The winner will split the R1 million prize, donating R500 000 to…
The festive season is finally at our doorstep, and the Food & Home team couldn’t be more excited! We will be doing an exciting series, where we will…
Beneath the bevy of artisanal spirits screaming out for attention on the shelves of upmarket cocktail bars, drink trollies and most liquor stores, there is one brand that has earned its place for being at the forefront of South Africa’s Artisan Spirit revolution. Musgrave Crafted Spirits has been leading the way since they launched with their Musgrave Original Gin in 2015, since then they have spearheaded international trends setting South Africa’s own pink drink pandemonium in motion with their award-winning Musgrave Pink Gin. Musgrave Original Gin Musgrave Original Gin was born out of the African explorations of the Musgrave Family…
The wonderful chaos that goes into Christmas lunch preparation usually begins the day before, on Christmas Eve, with much moaning about how, once again, you’re left to do everything by yourself and how, after last year, you vowed you wouldn’t prepare the meal by yourself again! But alas, you’ve poured yourself a glass of something
Win with Beko: Inspired by nature, powered by light Imagine if your fruits and veggies could stay crisp, colorful, and bursting with nutrients for days longer! With Beko’s HarvestFresh™ technology, you get just that. This cutting-edge technology recreates natural sunlight cycles right inside your fridge, preserving essential vitamins and keeping produce fresher up to 30% longer. And for the constant fridge explorers, Beko’s ProSmart™ Inverter Compressor makes every door opening a breeze. It maintains steady temperatures, saves energy, and runs four times quieter than the average compressor plus, it comes with a 10-year compressor warranty for extra peace of mind.…
What a devasting time to be a Maltabella lover, as popular cereal and breakfast company Bokomo have revealed that they will be discontinuing the South African breakfast staple.…