• Woolworths is starting a movement with their ever-increasing Chuckles range. The recently spotted Chuckles Mousse has hit the shelves and it’s sparked a variety of fan theories. One user going so far as to ask Woolworths if biltong is next for the Chuckles takeover. What makes “Chucklete Mousse” special Twitter user @kimberleydujour shared her thoughts on the branding, but otherwise this new chocolate dessert is just in time for our summer menus. It’s 95% chocolate malt mousse and 5% milk chocolate shavings – making it 100% a must-have for all the South African chocolate lovers. From milkshakes to smash celebration…

    Kitchen Cooking Hacks  Get clued up on the top tips and tricks from the Food&Home team Words by Kirsty Buchanan  Going nuts! What is granola without almonds, carrot cake without pecans or pad thai without peanuts? Using nuts in your food not only adds extra flavour, but also an exciting layer of textural crunch. To get the most out of raw nuts, make sure to roast them. This enhances their flavour by 10-fold, giving them much more value in whatever you’re creating. To roast them, spread out your nuts evenly on a baking tray and place in a 180ºC oven…

    Now that spring has well and truly sprung, let’s talk about some of the best seasonal produce to enjoy before we head into summer. Seasonal produce is tastier, cheaper and more environmentally-friendly as it supports local and reduces the need for imports and transportation. Below you can find some of our favourite spring fruits and veggies, and some recipe inspiration to go along with them! Seasonal Veggies to Enjoy this Spring Asparagus Packed with vitamins and minerals, and extra-delicious when roasted! Asparagus Fritters with Herb Salad Baby Marrow Did you know that baby marrow is considered a source of protein…

    Green barely salad Barley is an incredibly versatile ingredient to have in your pantry. It has a nutty flavour, chewy texture and is packed full of vitamins, minerals…

    Salsify at the Roundhouse reimagined The historic Roundhouse property in Camps Bay and award-winning restaurant, Salsify, enters the next chapter of its long and fabled story. It’s recently reopened with an elaborate and eccentric new look. The space and the food are equally stunning. Location: The Roundhouse, Roundhouse Road, Camps Bay Website: salsify.co.za Reservations: [email protected] | 021 010 6444 The restaurant, situated within the upper level of the historically significant building, The Roundhouse, has been given a stylishly eccentric new look, thanks to the skilful eye of interior designer, Jean Francois de Villiers. Make sure you also check…

    Spanish chicken, chorizo and rice soup One of our favourites ,a hearty and delicious soup, busting any cold winter woes . Try our Spanish chicken, chorizo and rice soup  PREP TIME 10 min |COOK TIME 35 min|SERVES 4  INGREDIENTS 30g butter 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped 2 tsp dried origanum 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tbsp flour 2 tbsp tomato paste 4 cups chicken stock 2 cups water 400g can crushed tomatoes ½ cup white medium-grain rice 1 cured chorizo sausage, thinly sliced 2 cups shredded…