I am a proud lover of pasta – and also a proud maker of way too much. Whether my eyes were hungrier than my stomach or I overprepared for a dinner party, cooking pasta can sometimes be deceiving. Whether you’re cooking pasta for yourself, 4, 6 or 8 people, use our guide below to help you portion sizes just right. How to portion pasta The best experts to consult on pasta portions are, of course, the Italians. I mean, they invented the stuff, and it is a way of life for them, so it’s only fitting. According to the Italians, the…
South Africa’s premium dairy favourite, LANCEWOOD®, is stirring up snack time with the launch of Fruity Cottage Cheese – a creamy, protein-packed anytime treat, bringing a moment of…
Winter is the season that draws us all closer. As the air turns crisp and the days grow shorter, the simple act of gathering around a table becomes something even more meaningful. No longer are meals just about eating – they’re about sharing, connecting, and slowing down long enough to savour both the food and the company. With the colder months now upon us, there’s nothing quite like the comfort of a family-style spread. At its core, winter is typically a time for slow-cooked dishes – but old ways and favourites don’t have to mean ordinary and uninspiring. With the…
There’s something deeply comforting about a pot of soup bubbling away on the stove. It fills the kitchen with warmth, makes enough to feed a small village, and somehow…
I must admit, all I knew about cottage cheese was that it was pretty much only good for dipping in those veggie sticks you found at almost every dinner party or on every charcuterie board. But lately, I’ve noticed that it can and is used for far greater things. Foodies and content creators alike have been pushing cottage cheese to its limits, adding it to savoury and sweet dishes, not only for a protein boost, but also for improving their gut health. From cottage cheese pizza bases to a new take on peaches and cream, cottage cheese has boldly come…
When the weather turns dramatic and the windows start rattling, this is the kind of pot you want bubbling away on the stove. This lamb knuckle and apricot…
While the bloom (or natural coating) on eggs and a nice cold fridge keeps them fresh for up to 3 months, if you’ve lost track of how long they’ve been sitting in your fridge (or on your counter), you might just crack open an off one (and let’s not talk about that smell). Here are 3 ways to tell if your eggs are still fresh. How to tell if your eggs are still fresh 1. Check the expiration date If you still have the original carton/packaging, then finding out whether your eggs are still fresh or not is easy.…
Soft, warmly spiced and naturally sweetened with honey, this honey spice cake is the kind of bake that makes a kitchen smell like you’ve emotionally committed to autumn.…
There is something deeply personal about food, the way it tells stories, brings people together, and captures the essence of a place. At Simbithi Eco-Estate on KwaZulu-Natal’s North Coast, this connection between food and community has taken on a life of its own, evolving into a lifestyle that celebrates both flavour and togetherness. At the heart of this is Let’s Cook, Simbithi!, a book of recipes from Simbithi residents presently in production. The recipe book, which follows the successful Birds of Simbithi released in December 2023, is more than just a collection of recipes, it is a reflection of the people…
Get rid of those stubborn streaks with these easy window cleaners. Window cleaning is already a massive undertaking – and the South African weather doesn’t make it any…