TikTok may be inundated with dance challenges, but that’s not all there is to the Chinese social network. Here are some kitchen hacks that we’ve learnt on TikTok: 1. Vegetable peelers are important. Use them to slice frozen butter or hard cheese like Pecorino Romano or Grana Padano. You can even use them to create thin, perfectly sliced onions for salads and burgers. https://www.tiktok.com/@casa_tips/video/7180086003716082949 2. Boil your wooden spoons to deep clean them. https://www.tiktok.com/@lulaboojenkins/video/7205316909842042154 3. Powdered sugar is just ground up white sugar. Mayonnaise is just egg yolk, olive oil and lemon juice. 4. Add a cube of ice to…
TANG is a sensory dining experience we simply cannot get enough of. TANG hits the mark on every count. Prime location, beautiful interiors, and above all, good food.…
What better way to spend the weekend than strolling through some of Cape Town’s iconic farmers’ markets? Local crafts, a myriad of fresh produce, artisanal cheeses, charcuterie and more – it’s exactly what we need to kickstart the weekend the right way. Here are five farmers’ markets in and around Cape Town perfect for weekend meandering: Oranjezicht City Farm Market (OZCF) A definite Cape Town favourite, the OZCF Market lies in the heart of Granger Bay. Shielded from the bustling city life just outside its border, you can stroll from stall to stall with a freshly brewed coffee or juice…
Sipamandla Manqele, Founder of Local Village Foods, shares 7 tips to help single households create properly portioned, healthy and delicious meals without the waste… READ MORE: HACKED! Managing…
From cooks sharing their meals with us from the comfort of their homes, to the best utensils to have in your drawers, this year we saw the rise of the home kitchen. A space where magic lies between madness and mayhem, we chatted to Fatima Ebrahim about her dumpling journey in the kitchen. Please tell us a little bit about you? I’m Fatima. I’m an English teacher who works in an international classroom. I love to travel and explore different cultures and cuisines. One of my favourite things is to remake foods I’ve seen in movies and series, and that’s…
With the smell of coffee and the sound of sizzling eggs, breakfast truly is the most important (and delicious) meal of the day. READ MORE: 5 Scrumptious breakfast…
There are few things most people in the world can agree on – one of them being that there’s nothing quite as scrumptious as biting into a perfectly juicy burger. Whether it’s the hands-on factor or the perfect bun-to-filling ratio that gives burgers their satisfying appeal, the Mother City is home to a number of the best halaal burger joints. Izzyburger Flame-grilled goodness slathered in a delicious sauce and topped with cheese and a toasted bun. They also offer a range of other burgers, including a crispy chicken burger, all at affordable prices. Head to Wynberg and grab one of their…
Cut back on waste and make cooking and serving easier with these handy suggestions… 1. Ginger peeling Next time you need to peel ginger, try using a…
World Book and Copyright Day is all about celebrating reading and encouraging the enjoyment of books across the world. This year, we couldn’t help but look back at some of our favourite childhood cookbooks that encouraged our own love of books (and cooking). We chatted to the team and put together some of our nostalgic picks. The Cape Malay Cookbook by Faldelah Williams “I grew up with and still use The Cape Malay Cookbook. I stole my copy from my mom 😇 ” – Megan Paulse, Group Editor The Cape Malay Cookbook shares easy recipes paired with illustrations that…
Hello fellow foodies, have you tried yoghurt bark yet? It’s the perfect frozen treat to satisfy your sweet tooth without any guilt. Plus, it’s super easy to make.…