Coke floats, milkshakes, toasted sandwiches, burgers and chips. These are the memories most associated with The Doll House, which stood for decades in Mouille Point on the beachfront. With a sign out front that read ‘South Africa’s Original Drive-In Restaurant’, this famous eatery at 129 Beach Road modelled its food and format off the American burger joint model. This is no surprise as the franchise was started by two Americans, Evan Wright and Layton Alridge, according to a newspaper clipping from the 1982 Weekend Argus. Daniel Reginald Wanberg opened The Cape Town Doll House in 1938 as the seventh branch in the…
Settle into the winter spirit with this delicious roasted butternut and clementine soup with a kick of lemony saffron oil . So divine it’ll excite your tummy. ALSO…
There’s something special about enjoying a cup of tea brewed from herbs you’ve grown yourself. Not only is it rewarding, but it also ensures you’re sipping on the freshest, most flavourful ingredients. Building your tea garden is simpler than you think—whether you have a spacious backyard or just a sunny windowsill. Follow these tips on growing your own tea garden: Choosing your herbs Start by selecting herbs that thrive in your climate and growing conditions. Here are a few popular choices for a tea garden: Pexels Chamomile Chamomile is a low-maintenance herb that does well in both full sun and…
Where we store our food has become quite the hot topic lately. It seems like every day there’s new advice on where to keep things to ensure they…
These black liquorice and almond chocolate-chip giant cookies are so good! Serve them with a glass of milk a cup of tea or simply devour them as is. ALSO SEE: The ultimate chocolate chip cookies Recipe, styling and photography by Katelyn Allegra
Zioux is the destination of icons and culinary exploration. Its exhilarating new chapter: Roaring Asian embraces Asian-inspired cuisine and invites people to explore and embark on a journey…
If you are a fan of fruits, guava’s are definitely no stranger to you. Typically in a green or yellow colour these tropical delights are not only a great addition to salads and juices but are flooded in nutritional benefits. One of the amazing things about guava’s is that the entire fruit can be consumed including the seeds. They are also a fruit rich in antioxidants, potassium, iron and vitamin C. Below we list the potential nutritional benefits of guavas. Helps to boost immunity: Guavas are not only impeccable additions to juice but they are also rich in Vitamin C…
These savoury pies are filled with crispy bacon, hearty veggies, and a touch of herbs. The flaky crust complements the rich filling, creating a mouthwatering bite every time.…
The countdown has begun, and in less than five weeks, the Knysna Oyster Festival will be underway from 21 to 30 June, promising oyster aficionados and foodies a shucking good time! This year, the festival is dialling up the oyster love and putting the spotlight firmly back on Knysna’s very own shellfish superstar. Despite rumours to the contrary, organisers are setting the record straight: Knysna is indeed the place for oysters! Elizabeth Vertue, spokesperson for the Quartet of Cuisines in Knysna, explains that while Japanese oyster spats might not call the Knysna Lagoon home anymore, the Knysna common Cape rock…
This Creamy blue-cheese polenta with sautéed kale, butterbeans and mushrooms is so filling and it makes a lovely vegetarian main meal, but it also works perfectly with roasted…