Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and the air is filled with love and the anticipation of creating special moments with your significant other. Instead of navigating through crowded restaurants and making reservations, why not opt for a cosy and intimate evening at home? This recipe roundup is designed to help you whip up a delicious and heartfelt meal in no time, ensuring that your Valentine’s Day is filled with romance, laughter, and, most importantly, your favourite recipes! Try these quick and easy stay-in dinner recipes this Valentine’s Day: 1. Marry me seafood pasta You can never go wrong with a…
Make a fantastic treat to indulge your sweet tooth this Milk tart Day with a recipe that offers the best of both worlds – Milk tart fudge! Made…
South Africa’s sizzling heat might have you breaking a sweat, but this Valentine’s Day, don’t break your back searching for the perfect romantic escape. Whether you’re planning a unforgettable dinner for two or a celebration of self-love, below we list six dining experiences you should consider making this day truly extraordinary… 1. Keystone Bistro Savour the flavours of love at Marriott Hotel’s Keystone Bistro in Melrose Arch, Johannesburg. Offering a special Valentine’s Day tasting menu, paired with tantalising dishes crafted to ignite your tastebuds, it’s the perfect setting for that surprise proposal, or an intimate five-star dining experience. 2. Modena…
Pets can now dine, play, and stay in style at Cape Town’s iconic Pink Lady. The Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, has opened its doors to guests and…
Who says a lunch or dinner feast requires toiling in front of a hot stove in smouldering South African summer heat? With this easy Truffle and Parmesan cauliflower mash with fresh figs, dinner will be served in a jiffy! ALSO SEE: ‘Half and Half’ Cottage Pie with Root Veg Mash Recipe Recipe and styling by Claire Ferrandi Assisted by Nomvuselelo Mncube Photograph by Dylan Swart
This granadilla, rose and pomegranate sparkling cocktail only takes 10 minutes to make and is the perfect drink for a Valentine’s Day dinner for two. ALSO SEE: Classic Margarita…
Vegetables are a delicious and nutritious addition to any meal, but why not try making fresh health juices from your own garden-grown veggies? Veggie juices are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can support weight loss and are a healthy alternative to your morning coffee. Here are 6 veggies you can grow to make the best vegetable juices: 1. Carrots High in nutrients, potassium and vitamin A, these natural sweet veggies are packed with low-calorie counts. Carrots are sweet, complementing other juiced fruits and vegetables, such as citrus and ginger. Their carotenoids work well as antioxidants in our bodies…
With Valentines Day around the corner, it is time to spoil your loved ones. This year Times square takes the pressure off booking seats at the hottest restaurant…
Few other baked goods can compare with biting into a freshly baked scone, and now the five-star Table Bay Hotel has given these simple confectionaries a modern take, especially for Valentine’s month. The British classic will still be served, but the hotel’s Executive Chef, Lindsay Venn, has developed a tempting myriad of toppings – sweet, savoury and vegan – to lift the teatime treats to a gourmet level. Guests can start with a classic queen scone served with crème fraiche, homemade strawberry preserve and mature cheddar cheese. Then sample a raspberry matcha scone dipped in white chocolate or a cinnamon,…
Wasabi, the vibrant green condiment renowned for its pungent spiciness and often associated with sushi! Beyond its role as a flavourful accompaniment to Japanese cuisine, wasabi boasts an…