Nederburg is once again championing local tastes and talents, this time by supporting a self-sustaining, community-based programme to grow, distribute, and cook with sometimes forgotten indigenous ingredients. The Paarl winery has teamed up with Harvesting Heritage, a People, Planet, Plate project that also involves celebrated food anthropologist, cultural historian and chef Anna Trapido. Harvesting Heritage seeks to protect heritage crops and preserve indigenous knowledge systems. Central to its work is teaming up with veteran development organisation, SocioTech, to transfer skills in traditional eco-cultivation as well as in more contemporary marketing and trading, to create revenue streams and job opportunities, promote…
Dairy is such an integral part of our family’s healthy eating that we don’t want loadshedding to compromise our daily enjoyment of these nutritious and versatile products. READ MORE: Homemade yoghurt &…
Almonds are high in nutrients. According to Health.com, almonds can be eaten whole, chopped, sliced, or ground into flour or butter. They can even be used to make almond milk. This deliciously satisfying nut truly deserves to be classified as a superfood. Here are four almond benefits supported by research. Packed with antioxidants Almonds are an important source of antioxidants due to their high vitamin E content. The brown layer of skin on almonds contains a high concentration of antioxidants. Almond kernels are high in fat, carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds, according to a 2020 review of the…
Anyone who loves artisanal chocolate knows that pure, handmade chocolate is like the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow – hard to find but worth…
In Cape Town, it’s no secret that we love a good bargain as well as deliciously fresh produce. So, what happens when you mix thrifting with an incredible sustainable market experience? You get to enjoy all the best vegan treats and quality thrifting goodies at the Vegan Thrift Market. READ MORE: Vegan restaurants in Cape Town serving scrumptious breakfasts Circle 4 June on your calendars because this is going to be a crowd-puller. Hosted at The Range in Tokai, the Vegan Goods Market and Thrift Fest are coming together to bring you the ultimate sustainable experience. Eager shoppers have the…
Social media Cook Mmule Setati, also known as Feed My tribe, launches her debut cookbook titled Feed My Tribe. From an early age Mmule was aware of her ‘tribe’, inspired…
Bakers Biscuits South Africa has just elevated everyone’s tea breaks by combining the taste of a classic Tennis Biscuit, with its coconut and golden syrup flavours, with the ideal-for-dipping design of a rusk. READ MORE: Baking for good: Khayelitsha Cookies’ recipe for empowering communities Bakers Biscuits has introduced variations of its Tennis Classic Coconut Biscuits over the years, such as chocolate-coated and caramel-flavoured options. Bakers’ most recent variation has maintained the classic flavour of coconut and golden syrup, but it has reimagined its shape to embody another beloved South African teatime treat. View this post on Instagram A…
Are you ready for the biggest culinary event of the year? The Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Awards are back, and the anticipation is palpable. This year’s panel of…
Calling all food lovers, conscious consumers and wellness enthusiasts! WIN tickets to Africa’s premier plant-based food, drink and conscious living event taking place from 26-28 May at the CTICC in Cape Town! 4 lucky winners can stand a chance to WIN a set of two tickets to this 3-day fun filled foodie event. Congratulations to our lucky winners! Jo-ander Lombard Ianthe Walters Nicole Andrews Candice Jacobs Aimed at not only vegans and vegetarians, but also flexitarians, reducetarians, sports enthusiasts, individuals who have compromised their health, and those looking for healthier and more ethical lifestyle choices for themselves. The Plant Powered Show…
Join The Ladder on 19 May for a truly unique and delightful experience: Watercolour + Wine Night. Hosted by local artist Dayna-Gay Tate, this event promises an evening…