In a world where fast meals and fleeting trends dominate, Nouvelle Cast Iron Cookware invites you to slow down and savour the moment. Exclusively available from Cielo, this in-house range brings style, quality, and enduring craftsmanship into the heart of your home: the kitchen. Crafted from solid die-cast iron and finished with multicoat porcelain enamelling, Nouvelle cookware is designed for the passionate home cook who values performance as much as presentation. Each piece is fired at temperatures exceeding 1400°C, ensuring resilience that stands the test of time. Whether you’re frying, roasting, baking, or braising, the even heat distribution and superior…
This hearty Italian-style pork meatball soup is comfort in a bowl, brimming with tender meatballs, pasta, veggies, and herbs in a savoury broth. It’s the kind of dish…
What’s really hiding in your favourite flavour-packed pantry staples – and what to look out for on the label. Hidden names and sneaky ingredients Flavour sachets and stock cubes are go-to pantry staples, perfect for quick dinners and comforting stews. But have you ever looked closely at what’s inside them? Along with salt and seasoning, many contain additives like MSG, sugar, and artificial flavour enhancers, often disguised behind unfamiliar names. What actually is MSG? MSG, or monosodium glutamate, is actually a naturally occurring flavour booster, glutamic acid. A type of amino acid found in a variety of foods, MSG is famous for…
When the cold really sets in, there’s nothing quite like a steaming bowl of leek and potato soup to bring you back to life. Creamy, comforting, and made…
Whether you’re fully committed to the keto lifestyle or just looking for low-carb options, Cape Town has plenty of eateries making it easy to stick to your goals without compromising on taste. From hearty breakfasts to indulgent desserts, here are some of the best places serving keto-friendly meals in the Mother City. Col’Cacchio Pizza lovers rejoice! Col’Cacchio offers a banting-friendly range that doesn’t skimp on flavour. Look out for the ‘B’ mark on the menu. Try the LCHF pizzas with a cauliflower base, served with a fresh side salad. Craving something comforting? The banting lasagne made with aubergine, bolognese…
This Mandela Day, SA Harvest is calling on South Africans to take part in a campaign that champions dignity, justice, and youth empowerment – one bucket at a…
Still looking for a way to give back this Mandela Day? Whether you’ve got a few non-perishables to spare or prefer to donate money, there’s always someone who could use a hand, and it’s not too late. Where to donate food 1. FoodForward SA Nationwide Accepts bulk food donations Accepts direct or monthly donations Or choose to volunteer to help pack and distribute food parcels 2. Ladles of Love Western Cape and Gauteng Welcomes donations of tinned foods, dried goods, and fresh produce Runs Mandela Day sandwich and essentials drive Welcomes once-off or monthly payments Many ways to get involved…
Ernie Els Wines celebrates a significant anniversary this year – the wine that gave rise to an international brand. In this first report of three, Clifford Roberts reports…
Is ‘Food Combining’ Worth It? A Gut Check on the Latest Wellness Craze What is ‘food combining’ anyway? If you’ve spent any time scrolling through social media lately, you’ve likely come across yet another diet promising better digestion, glowing skin, and more energy. Some diets are little more than fads, never backed by science. Others gain traction, supported by research and real results. One of the latest to resurface? A method that separates your macronutrients, proteins, vegetables, and starches, to aid digestion. Otherwise known as ‘food combining’, this fad is a set of dietary rules, heavily influenced by Ayurvedic medicine…
There’s something comforting about the smell of a pie baking in the oven. It’s the kind of aroma that brings back memories of home, family, and hearty meals…