As the sunshine lingers and evenings stretch out, there’s nothing quite like stepping into your garden and gathering fresh herbs for a chilled drink. Whether you’re looking to whip up a vibrant mocktail or elevate your favourite summer tipple, planting the right herbs means you’ll always be ready. Here’s my guide for South African gardens: what to grow, how to care for it, and how to use it in drinks that feel endless-summer worthy. Try this: Refreshing summer drinks Why your garden can be your drink drawer Growing herbs for drinks gives you flavour, freshness and texture straight from your patch.…
Comfort food doesn’t have to go into hibernation when the weather warms up. With a few clever swaps, your favourite cosy dishes can become sunshine-friendly plates that feel just as satisfying – without the heaviness. Think crisp, colourful and flavour-forward,…
Cravings. When you swore you had your fill at dinner, but a craving for something sweet hits you a couple of hours later. Or, you’ve been super happy with your new, health-focused meals (with the cheat snack in between), but suddenly, one Wednesday afternoon, you’re craving the greasiest junk food you can get your hands on. You might tell yourself it’s a lack of discipline, a weakness, but the truth? Cravings aren’t random or out to throw your body out of whack. They’re messages your body is desperately trying to send you. Once we understand our cravings, we stop fighting…
By Nuah Editorial Team Healthy eating has long been presented as a choice between flavour and function. On one side, indulgence. On the other hand, discipline. But what…
Great cooking begins with great ingredients and few showcase this better than Chef Sue Gajathar’s Smoky Pulled Oyster Mushrooms on Charred Sourdough, a dish that celebrates depth of flavour, texture, and sustainability. Her star ingredient? HC Dried Oyster Mushrooms, a South African-grown product she swears by. ‘You have an amazing product, it absorbs flavour like a sponge,’ she says of HC Dried Oyster Mushrooms and this recipe is delicious proof. HC Mushrooms is rooted in the Lowveld, where a love for family, farming, and flavour has grown into a proudly local producer of gourmet dried oyster mushrooms and artisanal blends.…
Flip dessert expectations on their head with this stunning upside-down strawberry cake. A luscious layer of caramelised strawberries turns into the glossy, juicy topping once the cake is…
Food is not only nutritious and delicious, but it’s at the heart of togetherness and creativity. So why not use it as inspiration for your interiors? From soft, earthy textures to bright fruit prints, food-inspired decor brings personality and playfulness to any space. Here are six chic ways to infuse your home with delectable designs. Artwork and fruit prints A great way to introduce this type of flair is through art. Still-life fruit paintings, illustrations of herbs and even photography of gorgeous dishes are excellent ways to add fresh and cheerful energy to your home. Concentrate on kitchens and dining…
Festive season is upon us – and for foodies and treat-lovers, Mondvol has just the thing to kick off the celebrations. The beloved cookie brand is popping up around Cape Town…
Major Philippe Rum brings Mauritius’ adventurous spirit to the global rum market with industry-leading sustainability credentials. Capturing the spirit and terroir of Mauritius, Major Philippe rum makes its global debut with a premium collection that combines tradition with forward-thinking sustainability. Crafted from volcanic-soil-nurtured sugarcane and produced using eco-conscious methods, the brand launches as consumers increasingly seek premium spirits with authentic origins and environmental credentials. Major Philippe’s portfolio features three distinctive expressions named after significant landmarks in southern Mauritius, each inspired by adventurers whose passion for exploration led to the cultivation of sugarcane, the foundation for this Mauritian rum collection, to…
We’ve all heard the saying, “Cook with wine you wouldn’t want to drink,” or, “The cheaper the wine, the better it is for cooking.” But seasoned home cooks…