• Candice-lee Clark’s Lamb Shank with Parmesan Mash Candice-lee Clark, the recently appointed head of Capsicum Culinary Studio’s Rosebank campus in Johannesburg, shares her go-to recipe. “I love a well-prepared classic lamb shank with Parmesan mash. Here’s the recipe.” INGREDIENTS 2 tbs olive oil 4-6 lamb shanks 1 large white onion, diced 6 cloves garlic, minced 2 large carrots, sliced Pinch of sea salt and freshly ground pepper ¼ cup flour 2 cups beef stock 1½ cups red wine (substitute with extra stock if required) 400 g tomato puree 2 tbs tomato paste 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped 2 tbs…

    Who doesn’t love the smell of freshly brewed coffee in the morning? It’s the one thing that can make even the grumpiest goblin crack a smile. Coffee is more than just a drink, it’s a way of life. It’s a ritual that we all cherish and depend on, especially when we’re feeling like zombies in the morning. If you’re a coffee lover like me, then you’ve probably considered setting up a coffee station at home. You know, like the ones you see in hotel rooms? Not only will it save you from spending a fortune at the cafe, but it…

    As South Africans we are used to adding something sweet to our morning brew, but would you be open to experimenting with salt in your morning cuppa? A trend has been circulating on TikTok where people have added salt to their brew of coffee. https://www.tiktok.com/@tannercolson/video/6925066435521744133 But it’s not all that strange. In fact, scientifically adding salt makes total sense. Reduces bitterness Sodium, the most significant component of salt, is known to neutralise the bitterness in coffee. READ MORE: The surprising differences between light and dark roast coffee Research dating back to 1995 proved that salt was highly effective at not only…

    Rooibos mocktail More people than ever are choosing a cup of tea over alcohol, and the generation that’s most likely to make the switch are Millennials aged between 26 and 41. Try this refreshing rooibos mocktail recipe. INGREDIENTS 15 Rooibos tea bags 1 litre cold water 250 ml sugar or sweetener to taste. Xylitol or stevia are good options. 2 litre pineapple juice 1 litre apricot juice 250 ml lemon juice Bitters to taste METHOD Make a pot of Rooibos tea and add 15 tea bags. Add 250ml sugar (or sweetener) to the hot Rooibos and let it…

    How to pan fry a steak Restaurateur and chef David Higgs shares his tried and tested way to pan-fry steak at home – restaurant style. Everyone pan fries…

    A turmeric latte, also known as golden milk, is a healthy and delicious drink that has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its various health benefits. This warm, frothy drink is made with turmeric, a spice that has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. With a comforting flavour, this beverage is sure to make a great addition to your warm beverage rotation of tea, coffee and hot chocolate. Here’s how to make a turmeric latte at home. INGREDIENTS 1 cup milk of your choice (dairy or non-dairy) 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon honey (or any sweetener of your choice)…