The “sober curious” trend is on the rise, driven by increasing consumer demand for non-alcoholic products that provide an elevating drinking experience without the risk of losing any inhibitions. This is only just the start of the growing movement. No/low-alcohol consumption is estimated to increase by a third by 2026, spearheaded by the growth of non-alcoholic products which are expected to account for over 90% of the forecast total category volume growth. Interestingly, non-alcoholic spirits will see some of the more dynamic growth as brand owners invest in innovation and products are given more space by retailers and on-trade, according…
Chetna Makan’s Raspberry cardamom jam I love a good raspberry jam and the beauty of homemade jam is that you can actually taste the fruit and not just…
Crêpes and coffee lovers have their prayers answered at Burgundy Estate’s Voilà Café. The crêperie is located on Viridian Street in Durbanville and serves both sweet and savoury delights. Voilà truly brings a taste of France to our doorstep through its menu of inspired crêpe dishes. It serves savoury galettes such as Crêpe Monsieur – the fancy version of the classic ham and cheese dish. Crêpe Monsieur, the Voilà version, is filled with Gypsy ham, Gruberg cheese, Emmental, mozzarella and bechamel sauce (translation: lots of fancy cheese). Picture: @voila_creperie / Instagram More options to choose from on the menu would be…
Baby marrow lasagne Everyone loves lasagne! PREP TIME 30 min | COOK TIME 1 hour 30 min | SERVES 4-6 INGREDIENTS 1 kg pumpkin, skin removed, cut…
The Gin School at the Indaba Hotel recently launched their new three-month partnership with local brand Milorho Hand Crafted Gin; Ryan Enslin discovers what this small batch gin brand is all about. The inviting tones of the Gin School welcome you upon arrival Going to the Gin School at the Indaba Hotel is always a memorable affair. The room lures you in with warm copper hues from ancient-looking stills, an array of botanicals are neatly laid out in little glass beakers, and there is more gin to satiate your gin-o-clock routine than you actually require. So when the opportunity arose to sample the new…
Crisp, crumble, and crunch! Dive into these freshly squeezed recipes ready to be devoured. Korean grilled steak with kimchi crunch slaw Up your braai game with this…
Take part in an exciting theatrical event and get involved in a “1950s Murder Mystery” at the Radisson RED Hotel. The organisers, Dinners to Die For, will be taking attendees back in time to the 1950s on 17 February 2023. You can expect a warm welcome with drinks on arrival to the venue; an “enchanting Amber Ballroom”. There, professional actors will perform just before the evening’s dinner proceedings begin. The audience can assist in gathering clues to solve the fake murder, interrogating suspects, reviewing the evidence and more during diner. The fun part is the audience gets to decide who the guilty party is before they…
Tomato, mozzarella & chickpea pan bake Vegetarian meal fit for the whole family. PREP TIME 30 min | COOK TIME 40 min | SERVES 6 | VEGETARIAN …
Steak with mash and greens A quick and easy steak for two! Valentine’s Day dinner doesn’t need to be complicated – try this simply delicious steak with mash and greens. SERVES: 1 INGREDIENTS steak cut of choice 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce salt & pepper, as needed 1 tbsp oil 20 g butter handful of fresh thyme springs 1 garlic clove METHOD GENEROUSLY brush the steak with Worcestershire sauce on both sides. SEASON steak with salt and pepper. HEAT pan then add oil. Sear the steak starting with the fatty side. ADD thyme, garlic and butter then sear each side…
Chocolate mousse shots Ideal Valentine’s dessert for this weather! PREP TIME 20 min + refrigeration | COOK TIME 5 min | SERVES 4 | GLUTEN FREE INGREDIENTS 50…