• “What’s on the menu today?” you ask – A whole new world of flavour, that’s what! Col’Cacchio is serving up much more than pizza with a fresh new menu designed for every craving. From brunch delights to bold small plates and indulgent desserts, this menu is an invitation to explore Italian-inspired dishes, blended with a truly South African touch. A menu overhaul to savour Guided by Col’Cacchio’s culinary dream team: newly appointed CEO, Etienne Pieterse, celebrated chef Isla Rechner, and visionary co-founder Kinga Baranowska – this new menu offers a taste adventure that goes far beyond pizza. From hearty pastas,…

    Treat yourself to a flavourful fusion with this spicy seshebo paired with roasted butternut, a perfectly poached egg, and soft tacos. This recipe combines the rich, slow-cooked essence of seshebo—a beloved South African stew—with the sweet earthiness of roasted butternut. A delicate poached egg adds a luscious finish, while soft tacos offer a warm, pillowy base to scoop up every last bite. Perfect as a delicious brunch or dinner meal. Leftover roast veggies can be used in place of the butternut.  A tin of kidney beans or chickpeas can be added to the sauce to stretch the meal further. Serves…

    Exam season often comes with long nights and packed days, pushing students to find ways to stay awake and focused. While energy drinks have become a common go-to for that extra boost, they can come with risks.   Packed with sugar, caffeine, and artificial stimulants, energy drinks may be effective but aren’t always the healthiest option. Understand why energy drinks might not be your best bet and we share some healthy, effective alternatives to keep you going strong during study season.  How energy drinks work Energy drinks work primarily through two components: caffeine and sugar. Caffeine acts as a central…

    Nothing elevates the taste of tomatoes quite like the process of slow-drying them in the oven. Oven-dried tomatoes are packed with concentrated flavour, perfect for adding a sweet, tangy depth to your salads, pasta dishes, or antipasto platters. Best of all, they’re easy to make at home with just a few basic steps: For oven-dried tomatoes Preheat the oven to 120°C. Slice the tomatoes and place them on a foil-covered oven tray. Sprinkle with fresh thyme and season to taste. Drizzle with olive oil and dry in the oven for about 4 hours or overnight. Store covered with olive oil…