Nshima Zambia is a landlocked country in Southern Africa that is home to over 70 ethnic groups. The Bemba people are the largest tribe in Zambia, and their cuisine is characterised by bold, spicy flavours and hearty meals. One of their signature dishes is Nshima, a thick porridge made from maize flour, which is typically enjoyed with a variety of stews. Chef Frank Samba shares his Nshima recipe below. INGREDIENTS 4 cups cornmeal (one cup per serving is sufficient) 2 teaspoons salt (to taste) 16 cups water (more as or if as needed) METHOD Pour cold water (two…
Embarking on an unexpected journey in 2008, Spectrum Chefs has become a culinary institution in Cape Town, transforming the lives of individuals on the autism spectrum and with…
The Conservatory Restaurant at the Cellars-Hohenort Hotel & Spa in Cape Town will undergo a complete transformation in the coming months and will re-open in spring 2023 with a contemporary new look and feel. The hotel guest lounge and bar area, as well as the restaurant terrace of the historic Cellars building, will also undergo renovations. The hotel will remain open during the renovations, but all food and beverage service will be relocated to the Greenhouse venue in the adjacent Hohenort building. ALSO SEE: The Cellars-Hohenort introduces a delicious new high tea HotCocoa Interiors and Design’s Dawn Dickerson and Carmel…
Easy eggs in toast The perfect blend of texture for breakfast: creamy egg yolk and crunchy sourdough. Try these easy eggs in toast as a quick way to…
You tag it, we bag it! Let’s make a deal! Tag us on Instagram when you visit the businesses you love – restaurants, hotels, you name it! – and we’ll try to get you discounts for them on our partner site, Daddy’s Deals. Each tag counts as an entry into our big giveaway where you could win one of three prizes worth over R2000! How to enter To enter, simply follow the steps below: Take a photo (or video if you’re into it!) of you at your favourite business, whether it’s your go-to restaurant or must-visit hotel Upload it to…
It’s all systems ‘grow’ for this year’s Plant Powered Show, which runs from Friday, 26 May to Sunday, 27 May at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. The…
Whether it’s Thai, Indian, Cape Malay or Durban danger, we’ve put together a list of some of the best curry restaurants in Cape Town (that might give your mother-in-law’s masala a run for its money). Watch: Flavour incoming! Here are the best places to get a curry in Cape Town. 1. Prashad Café A collaboration between mother, son and daughter, chef Theresa and manager Krishan Peters and Tereena Cherin Naidoo, from the famous Maharajah Vegetarian brand. Styled like a modern-day café, here you can catch a quick coffee and snack, or enjoy the robust taste of pure vegan and vegetarian Indian…
The highly anticipated Century City Winter Night Market returns to Intaka Island on Friday, 26 May. This popular event plays host to a fusion of delicious foods, artisans…
In a surprising twist of fate, the renowned Chefs Warehouse restaurant at Maison in Franschhoek has been given a fresh lease on life, thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit of Seb Ackerstaff and Jessie Verdonschot, the founders of the COCOON design brand. This exciting development comes just two months after the restaurant’s announcement of its impending closure. Seb and Jessie have taken the initiative to acquire the Maison Estate and are determined to breathe new life into the beloved establishment. Earlier this year, Liam Tomlin and David Schneider, the previous owners of Chefs Warehouse at Maison, made the difficult decision to…
Mama Africa has been a beloved institution in Cape Town since 1995, offering a warm and welcoming space for locals and tourists alike to experience the diverse and…