We’re not quite sure if it’s the creamy sweetness of the drink, the bursts of flavours from the popping bubbles, the delightful chewiness of the tapioca pearls, or the aesthetically pleasing vibes it effortlessly emits that make bubble (or boba) tea one of our all-time favourite drinks. And of course, our beloved Cape Town – the city that keeps on giving – offers a multitude of places to grab these iconic tall, thick-strawed drinks in a plethora of flavours and toppings that can be enjoyed as a refreshingly tasty drink or a liquid dessert appropriate at any time of the…
The scenic coastal suburb of Hout Bay is nestled in a pretty valley almost halfway between the city and Cape Point, and is known for its beautiful beach,…
Courvoisier cocktail recipes Try these refreshing cocktail recipes for your next get together with friends. We Found Joy INGREDIENTS 50ml Courvoisier VSOP 15ml Falernum Liqueur 15ml Monín Hibiscus Syrup A dash of fresh lemon juice (optional) Ginger Beer METHOD Add all ingredients, except the ginger beer, to a cocktail shaker with cubed ice. Shake hard for 10 sec. Strain the liquid into a glass over cubed ice and top off with ginger beer. Garnish with citrus or edible flowers and enjoy! The Gala INGREDIENTS 50ml Courvoisier VS or VSOP 50ml Grapefruit Juice Top off with Indian Tonic…
Parsnip, pear & prosciutto Parsnip, pear & prosciutto is a side dish like no other, perfect for family roasts. TOTAL TIME 40 minutes | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 1…
Several black-owned wine brands – including Amari Wines, Ayepyep, House of Azari and Khulu – will be in attendance at the upcoming Johannesburg Cap Classique & Champagne Festival, which takes place at the Inanda Polo Club on the weekend of March 25 and 26 from 11h00 to 16h00. The two-day event will feature some of South Africa’s finest Cap Classiques – including several from black producers which it is hoped will continue to unlock greater opportunity for economic participation of Black people in South Africa’s wine industry. A number of French Champagnes will also be available for festival-goers to taste…
Pink lemonade fools Refreshing and tasty dessert. PREP TIME 25 min | COOK TIME 5 min | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 250 g strawberries, hulled ⅓ cup lemonade…
Listen, I’m a sucker for a restocked fridge. I could scroll through TikTok’s restocking wormhole for ages, watching people immaculately organise their groceries. Everything has its own spot, and I’m here for it. From wildly satisfying restocks to Marie Kondo urging us to throw out those old condiment bottles (unless they spark joy), I get it… However, the latest trend in fridge organisation videos has me stumped. A user named @GardenofEve recently took to TikTok, sharing a video of the inside of her fridge, complete with plant fronds and a framed picture of the family cat. A bit much, or no? That’s…
Raspberry ice-blocks The perfect treat or to add in juices or any other drink! Perfect for this recent warm weather. PREP TIME 5 minutes + freezing time |…
Whether you’re an avid Japanese dessert enthusiast or simply looking to try something new, we’ve got some news for you. South Africa’s first mochi (pronounced mow-chee) café has found an oh-so-kawaii (which means cute in Japanese) new home in Cape Town’s city centre. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cape {town} Etc (@capetownetc) The inception of Mochi Mochi began as a pop-up within Tjing Tjing, the Mother City’s much-loved Japanese restaurant and rooftop bar. The explosion of new Japanese flavour and texture combinations soon became an instant hit and the idea for a mochi café was born. Picture:…
Studio H launches pioneering culinary industry resource, including digital hub and downloadable reports. Following extensive research into the cross-cultural cuisines that make up South Africa’s immense and diverse…