We’ve all been there: ready for a relaxed braai, but the only wood available is frustratingly wet. Don’t panic. Braaiing with damp wood is tricky, but it’s not impossible. With a few smart hacks and a little patience, you can still turn those coals into a roaring fire. Here’s how to turn wet wood woes into a successful braai. The secret ingredient: Sugar Yes, you read that right. The same sugar you put in your coffee can help your braai get going. Here’s why it works: plain white sugar burns at a high temperature. When sprinkled over the wet wood…
Is there a way to combine the indulgences of booze and dessert? Well, a lemon cream martini, of course! For a zesty twist on a classic cocktail, this…
Multi-award-winning wine writer Malu Lambert makes the case for a world very much still enamoured with the juice of the vine… The question I am most asked by muggles (aka non-wine industry people) – is how I came to write about wine? To them, it seems an arcane, mysterious way to make a living. Wine, I tell them, generally over the rim of a Gabriel glass, is everything. It’s the world distilled. Wine is the tangible essence of the civilised world. Wine is history. Its production spans millennia. Studying this year for the WSET Diploma qualification underscored this notion…
Brussels sprouts often get a bad rap for being bitter, but with the right cooking method, these little green powerhouses can be surprisingly tasty and incredibly versatile! My…
Curry Club is a fun London-style Punjabi eatery with a menu inspired by family recipes infused with new Indian flair. So naturally, Kate Walker gets curried away. My journey with the Curry Club started many moons ago, in 2018, when they launched a delivery service with a dark kitchen at the German Club in Gardens. The moment that aromatic brown paper bag landed at my door, I was an instant fan. Six years on, I had the pleasure of sitting down for a meal at their eatery in town, and I’m happy to report that the experience was nothing short of spectacular. As…
In the world of fermented beverages, kombucha and water kefir have carved out their niches as popular choices for those seeking gut health benefits and quite unique flavours.…
There’s nothing quite like the excitement of slicing open a perfectly ripe avocado—velvety, green, and ready to spread on toast or mash into a guac. But we’ve all been there: standing in the kitchen, holding an avocado that feels as hard as a rock, wishing it would magically ripen overnight. Growing up, I never had to worry about this dilemma, thanks to a household tip my grandma passed down that I’ve used for years. It’s a simple method that I still swear by today: wrapping the avocados in newspaper and storing them in a cool, dry place with little…
Bananas are a kitchen staple, but many of us get stuck in a rut, only using them for smoothies or the ever-popular banana bread. While banana bread is…
If you’re a fan of simple, wholesome foods that provide both comfort and a homey vibe, then Toast Trailer should be on your list of must-visit spots. Toast Trailer offers customers a mouth-watering grilled cheese experience, with sandwiches topped with a generous layer of cheese and purple onions. This simple yet innovative creation is designed to evoke memories of the toasted cheese sandwiches your mom or grandma would make after a long day at school or work. Toast Trailer was founded six years ago by Mo, who sought a new adventure beyond the hustle and bustle of corporate life. He…
What tells a better story of South African heritage than our nation’s food? A celebration is nothing without a feast and there is no better way to celebrate…