• Pretty blooms and a caffeine fix. What better combo could you possibly want? South Africa is known for its abundance of scenic views, so sit back and relax at these picturesque nurseries that feature eateries to tantalize your tongue and your green fingers at the same time. Cape Town Starke Ayres Garden Centre Restaurant and cafe, Fraiche Ayres is nestled in the beautiful Starke Ayres Garden Centre, in Rosebank. Surrounded by its lush, tranquil ambience, Fraiche Ayres serves an array of scrumptious breakfasts, light lunches, and salads, along with their selection of daily specials that change daily, coffees and teas to accompany a…

    We’ve all had those moments where we throw out our brown bananas thinking they have reached their expiration date. Or we resort to not purchasing green bananas under the belief that they are not ready for consumption.  In essence, bananas are consumable at any of the 5 stages of their life cycle and potentially have benefits that aid to certain health concerns from constipation to blood pressure.   Below we describe the 5 life cycles of bananas and the potential health benefits they have at each stage:  Underripe:  Dark green bananas in its firm state are unappealing for most people due…

    The Johannesburg HOMEMAKERS Fair is making a triumphant return to the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit and International Convention Centre from 1 to 3 March this year. In celebration of their 30th anniversary, the organisers have meticulously curated a jam-packed event, bursting with exciting exhibitors and vendors, promising a more spectacular experience than ever before. Stand a chance to win: We have partnered with the Johannesburg HOMEMAKERS Fair to give away: 10 double tickets to the Johannesburg HOMEMAKERS Fair Enter now Competition closes Tuesday, 27 February 2024 at 14:00. You can only enter this competition ONCE. Simply fill in the form…

    Whether served frozen, straight up or on the rocks, margaritas carry an appeal that knows no season. While some may question its suitability in this nippy weather, one truth remains: the looming risk of brain freeze renders the external temperature irrelevant. Here are five eateries that serve margaritas in Cape Town: 1. Hacienda Coastal Mexican Hacienda is a restaurant that not only celebrates but elevates authentic coastal Mexican cuisine. Hacienda on Bree Street brings the vibrant flavours of Baja California to Cape Town, guaranteeing a culinary adventure filled with fresh, handmade masa flour tortillas, Oaxacan mole and a selection of…