• Morii at the Vineyard Hotel invites guests to explore the rich flavours of the Middle East with a new winter tasting menu. Crafted in celebration of the joys of communal dining and for creating shared moments, the ‘Winter Warmth: A journey through Morii’ is certain to delight diners seeking authentic Middle Eastern flavours. Wood-fired manakish served with a selection of dips – green whipped feta, coriander tarator, Kashke bademjan, Lebanese spiced hummus – kicks off the culinary journey, before diners tuck into a first course of smoked carrot and sumac soup with tempura zucchini and burnt goat’s feta, or harissa-spiced cauliflower.  A second course offers roasted chicken with whipped feta, Persian eggplant, zhoug and roasted cauliflower, or try the meat-free option of charred baby gem stuffed with roasted peppers, green olive,…

    Sugar and slice and all things nice, baked and served in easy pieces! This banana, white chocolate, and meringue slices combine the creamy richness of white chocolate with the sweet, comforting flavour of bananas, all topped with a light and crispy meringue layer. Easy to make and impossible to resist, these slices will surely become a favourite in your dessert repertoire. ALSO SEE: NO BAKE LEMON MERINGUE PIE Recipe by Toni Scorgie and Nadine Waner of The Tart Photograph by Willem De Lange

    Taking care of your garden in winter is essential to ensure that the Spring growth provides you with vibrant colours and an overall lush garden. Here are three tips from GARDENA you need to do in winter to support the health of the garden: – Irrigation – reduce and limit watering cycles – Care – best time to prune is in winter when plants are dormant – Protection – protect our garden from frost and fertilise to feed your plants If you plan on changing your garden, then June is a good time to make these changes. This includes moving…

    The school holidays are the perfect time to get creative in the kitchen with your kids. Cooking together is not only a great way to bond, but it also helps children develop essential life skills and a love for good food. Here’s a roundup of fun, easy, and delicious recipes that you and your little ones can whip up together during the holidays. Quick and easy recipes to make with the kids Loaded fries with cheese sauce and crispy bacon Looking for a fun and delicious recipe to make with your kids during the school holidays? Try these Loaded Fries…

    The soft cheese, spicy salsa, and smoky chorizo make for a superb flavour combination. Serve these loaded hasselback potatoes as an impressive side dish at your next dinner party or as a show-stopping main course. They promise to be a hit, bringing together the best of comfort food and sophisticated flavors in one stunning dish. ALSO SEE: Blue cheese and garlic jacket potatoes Recipe and styling by Illanique van Aswegen Photograph by Adel Ferreira