Nataniël’s French-inspired ratatouille tarte tatin If there is one place that holds a very special place in the heart of actor, comedian and entertainer Nataniël, it’s France. The star has been very open about his passion for French culture, cuisine and art. Nataniël brings his passion for French gastronomy home. “French food is some of my favourite in the world and every time I miss Paris, I whip up some French-inspired cuisine at home,” the star adds. Hoping to inspire South Africans to do the same, Nataniël shares his delectable Ratatouille Tarte Tatin so that South Africans can bring a little…
When we’re not testing (and tasting) new dishes in the kitchen, we’ve got our noses stuck in drool-worthy cookbooks that both inspire and make us want to get…
Ahead of this year’s 51st Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award, the current laureates share highlights and insights from their immersive trip to Maison Veuve Clicquot in Reims. For Gugu Sithole, winner of the 2022 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award, the opportunity to walk in the footsteps of Madame Clicquot at the Maison’s esteemed home in Reims, France, proved inspirational. “I gained a real sense of the challenges Madame Clicquot overcame and how she ultimately changed perceptions, not only about champagne but also about women,” Gugu says. “Through her strength, audacity, drive, and resilience, she was able to defy the odds.”…
Are you a fan of craft beer, wine, or gin? If so, Distillers & Union in Cape Town is a must-visit destination. This working distillery offers a unique…
Mother’s Day is celebrated around the world, with most countries honouring mothers with gifts and flowers as well as a day off from activities such as cooking or other household chores. In honour of their mothers, three chefs at Capsicum Culinary Studio, South Africa’s largest culinary school with six campuses across the country, were asked to share the recipes for the dishes they most recall their mothers making for them. Sandra Nagan’s South Indian Fish Curry Ann Nagan, Durban campus head, says her mother Sandra instilled in her a love of authentic Indian cooking, and if she had to…
Native to India, moringa is also known as the miracle tree. It’s no surprise that it’s popular in Ayurvedic medicine and it is now at the helm of…
As Mother’s Day approaches, many of us are beginning to consider how we can express our gratitude to the special women in our lives. And what better way to show your appreciation than by treating them to a delicious meal? If you’re in Cape Town next weekend, you’re in luck; the city is brimming with restaurants serving special Mother’s Day lunches and decadent high teas. Here are ten Cape Town restaurants that will be serving Mother’s Day lunches and high teas next weekend: 1. Lunch or high tea at the Cellars-Hohenort Hotel Treat your mum to a 3-course lunch or…
If you have an anniversary coming up, we’ve got some delicious ideas for you. From fine dining to tapas platters, we’ve got you covered. After all, whose love…
Eating out at a new restaurant turns any evening, lunch or brunch into a special occasion. It’s like meeting someone for the first time. You get butterflies in your stomach and you can’t stop thinking about the details and all the little things you’ve heard about the new acquaintance. Also, you can dress up, if it’s that kind of place, and share in the experience with friends or a special human. As luck would have it, Cape Town has a thriving food scene that churns out trendy new places and spaces regularly. This list of new restaurants in Cape Town…
It’s the little foodie hacks that make our world go round! We’ve just discovered a pretty nifty trick on TikTok (the endless wormhole of helpful hacks) about how…