Plastic water bottles are one of those everyday kitchen-and-garden leftovers we barely think twice about. They get used, tossed, and sent off for recycling without much consideration for what they could do first. But with a bit of cutting, poking and rethinking, they can easily be given a second life in the garden. Seed starters Cut a bottle cleanly in half and you’ve instantly got two useful pieces. The bottom half works beautifully as a small seedling container. Add a few drainage holes using a skewer or nail, fill with seedling mix, and you’re good to go. The slightly translucent…
While inflammation in our bodies does have an important purpose – to help our body defend itself against injury and infections, too much of it is not a…
In modern home design, the kitchen has become more than a place to prepare meals. It is the heart of the home, a space where family gathers, conversations unfold and everyday living is elevated through thoughtful design. This kitchen by Universal Kitchens is a refined example of how craftsmanship, functionality and timeless interior style can come together to create a space that feels both luxurious and welcoming. The first impression is one of calm sophistication. Warm wood tones, soft neutral finishes and natural light work together to create a kitchen that feels open, elegant and deeply connected to the surrounding…
Packed with colourful vegetables, warming spices and creamy coconut, this cauliflower, red pepper & chickpea curry is a comforting meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Tender cauliflower, hearty…
A cocktail container garden is one of those ideas that sounds indulgent but is entirely practical: a single container, or a small collection of pots, planted with herbs and edible flowers chosen specifically for their garnish value. Rather than rooting through the herb garden mid-party or reaching for a supermarket bunch, everything you need for a G&T, a gin sling, a home-made mocktail or a soda with a visual flourish is within arm’s reach of the outdoor table. June is, counterintuitively, the right time to get started. Mediterranean herbs, the backbone of any cocktail container, establish their root systems most…
Looking for a quick, wholesome meal that doesn’t skimp on flavour? This spinach, broccoli and peanut stir-fry brings together crisp greens, fragrant garlic and ginger, crunchy peanuts and…
A Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon has placed South African red wine firmly in the international limelight, following recognition on two respected global wine platforms. Tokara’s Reserve Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 has been included in the red-wine judging list for the 2026 Judgement of Davis, a landmark blind tasting hosted by the University of California, Davis, in honour of the 50th anniversary of the original 1976 Judgement of Paris. The original Judgement of Paris changed the global perception of fine wine when Californian wines outperformed leading French wines in a blind tasting. Fifty years later, the Judgement of Davis carries that legacy…
Cadbury South Africa, Mzansi’s No 1 chocolate brand, is redefining indulgence with the launch of its latest special-edition, cake-inspired range. The newly launched collection captures the rich,…
Marcel’s Frozen Yoghurt is bringing a whole new level of indulgence to the dessert aisle with the launch of South Africa’s first lactose-free frozen yoghurt range. Available in Chocolate and the brand’s iconic, award-winning English Toffee flavour, the new range delivers the same creamy, unmistakably indulgent experience fans already know and love, now made accessible to even more dessert lovers. For many South Africans, enjoying frozen desserts has often come with compromise. Whether avoiding lactose for dietary reasons, seeking products that better suit their lifestyle, or simply looking for a lighter dessert option, consumers have traditionally had limited choice…
Nothing beats the comfort of a beautifully roasted chicken, especially when the side dish cooks in all those flavour-packed pan juices. This one-pan roast chicken with lemony rice…