If your grocery bill has felt a little heavier lately, you’re not imagining it. Meat prices in South Africa are still putting pressure on household budgets – and while food inflation has started to slow, the cost of meat remains stubbornly high. According to FNB Agribusiness senior economist Paul Makube, food inflation eased to 5.2% year-on-year in August 2025, helped by small price drops in cereals, fruit, vegetables, dairy and meat. But meat inflation, which reached a worrying 11.3% earlier this year, continues to be one of the biggest drivers of food costs. Disruptions in livestock supply – from foot-and-mouth…
There’s a new cake trend blowing up—quite literally—and it’s turning every celebration into a glittering spectacle. Blowout cakes have taken social media by storm, adding a touch of…
Scooters Pizza has made the ultimate comeback after ghosting SA for almost a decade, with a relaunch on Tuesday, 21 October, including their 39-minute delivery guarantee! From local favourite to national phenomenon, Juan Engelbrecht (former Master Franchisor, Western Cape) is leading this revival. Scooters Pizza has officially launched on Tuesday, 21 October, filling the streets of Melville with that same cheesy smell we remember from years past. The franchise first fired up its ovens back in 2000, when the Gonzaga family de-franchised three Kwa-Zulu Natal stores, launching a fresher, faster, and fearless brand. By 2010, Scooters Pizza dominated Joburg and…
Indulge in a dessert that steals the spotlight: this caramelised fig cheesecake combines a buttery pastry base, a rich crème-fraîche filling and freshly halved figs caramelised to golden…
Colour has a huge impact on a room. It affects the way it looks and feels. So, the colours you choose for your kitchen, living room, library, bedroom, you name it, will influence how big or small it feels, its overall aesthetic, and its mood. If you want to make your space feel more open and airy, here are 6 paint colours that should be used sparingly (or not at all in some cases) to avoid making a room feel smaller or shrunken. 1. Dark charcoal grey According to interior designers, the general rule of thumb is that the darker…
Michelin-starred chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen brings a taste of France home with the opening of Le Bistrot de JAN in Cape Town The Mother City’s culinary…
Stemming back all the way to the infamous Genghis Kahn, then jumping to the 1960s with Julia Child, the ‘5-second rule’ has been a cultural phenomenon, sparking debates in many kitchens. According to the so-called ‘5-second rule’, eating food after it’s been dropped on the floor is safe, as long as you do so within five seconds. But is it true? Here’s what scientists have found out, and what you should know. Why do we trust the rule so much? We’ve all been there, right? You’re busy prepping the cheese board for tonight’s boardgames, snacking as you go along and…
Butter may be the hero of most home kitchens, but when it comes to cooking that demands heat, flavour and longevity, there’s a new star worth a spot…
If you’re looking to cut back on caffeine without giving up your morning ritual, mesquite coffee might just be your new favourite discovery. Smooth, toasty and naturally caffeine-free, this earthy drink is brewed from the roasted seedpods of the mesquite tree – and it’s quietly making its mark as one of the most flavourful coffee alternatives out there. With gentle hints of cocoa, caramel and roasted nuts, mesquite coffee delivers that satisfying richness we love in a good cup, minus the jitters or acidity that often come with traditional coffee. It’s comforting, aromatic, and surprisingly good for you – the…
Calcium is an extremely important mineral, supporting strong bones and teeth and plays a significant role in heart health, muscle function, and nerve signalling. For most adults, our…