• It’s no secret that TikTok has influenced our foodie choices over the past year or so. We’ve used milk frothers to whip our butter, we’ve hunted down the nearest mochi, placed our online orders for crystal candy, and tried a slew of new recipes we wouldn’t ever have come across if it weren’t for our beloved FYPs (For You Pages). In celebration of all the fabulous foodie trends we’ve tacked onto, we’re jumping down the wormhole to give you an overview of some of the standout foodie trends that have washed up on our FYPs so far. Let’s dive. Whipped…

    A winter menu should evoke visions of heart-warming and comforting dishes that nourish the body and soul pre-cosy afternoon nap. Savoury soups, stews, braised meats, roasted root vegetables, and enticing aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves aromas. I joined a group of dear friends for a long lazy lunch at Bistro Sixteen82. It was one of those crisp winter days with a pale yellow sun, so we sat outside with a pre-meal glass of the farm’s 1682 Brut Chardonnay, admiring the Farm’s water features. We were there to indulge in the executive chef of Tryn Restaurant and Bistro Sixteen82 Kerry…

    White chocolate mini cheesecakes Try these delicious white chocolate cheesecakes, perfect for little individual treats or 1 big spoil. TOTAL TIME 1 hour (+ REFRIGERATION & COOLING) | MAKES 12  INGREDIENTS  300 g plain sweet biscuits  150 g butter, melted  180 ml thickened heavy cream  360 g white chocolate, chopped coarsely  1 kg cream cheese, softened 1½ cups caster sugar 3 eggs  1½ teaspoons vanilla bean paste Frosted cranberries  ½ cup white sugar  300 g frozen cranberries, thawed on a paper towel, and kept cold in the refrigerator METHOD PREHEAT oven to 150°C. Grease a 12-hole ¾-cup cheesecake pan with…

    Cape Town has a diverse and vibrant halaal dining scene, where a melting pot of flavours awaits. We’ve listed some of our favourite halaal restaurants in Cape Town. Eastern Food Bazaar Indulge in an array of halaal Asian dishes at Cape Town’s vibrant Eastern Food Bazaar. From fragrant shawarmas to succulent kebabs, explore a world of flavours and sizzling spices. And don’t miss their famous butter chicken and crispy falafels! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Eastern Food Bazaar (@easternfoodbazaarct) If you ever find yourself in Johannesburg, be sure to check out The 20 Best…

    The Cheff prides itself on developing ingredients that are not only weird and wonderful, but that also make the ordinary extraordinary by balancing the perfect amount of original flavours with those that are already familiar. The fine food ingredients brand was established in 2019 by its passionate founder, Sarah Gray. Her close on two decades of experience in food development and distribution is infused into The Cheff’s diverse offerings – from gourmet spice blends to freeze-dried berries and cherries. Try their gourmet blends to bring a professional flair to your pantry – it’s completely uncut and gluten-free! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97SwUNFUCCY&t=21s The Cheff’s gourmet blends…