• Cloves don’t just add a warm, aromatic touch to dishes like biryani, curries, soups, and tea—they also pack a punch when it comes to nutrition, offering a mix of essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fibre. When I was younger, cloves were the warm, spicy scent that floated through my grandmother’s kitchen when she made chutney or baked fruit. I never gave much thought to what those little brown buds actually did, beyond making things smell amazing. But lately, I’ve started to pay more attention to the spices in my pantry, and cloves are the real dark horse.  Small but mighty,…

    The iconic V&A Waterfront has welcomed another extraordinary dining destination, Marble Cape Town, as it celebrates its culinary journey, which began in 2016. Marble Cape Town seamlessly blends tradition, innovation, and the vibrant energy of the Mother City with its fire-driven offerings, including Cape Town’s renowned seafood. Now set to include another South African tradition: Seven Colours Sunday. Launching on Sunday, 08 June 2025 at the restaurant’s luxurious harbour-front location, in collaboration with Kfm 94.5. Seven Colours Sunday, otherwise known as “7 Colours”, is a vibrant celebration of food, music, and family, everything that makes for a quintessential South African…

    Bertus Basson has added another gem to his vast portfolio of restaurants, Ongetem, set to launch this evening. The new restaurant translates to ‘untamed’ from Afrikaans. Chef Basson’s inner-city restaurant, in Gardens just off Kloof Street, is set to provide diners with a raw, fearless, and unapologetically bold culinary experience. It’s no nonsense seasonal cooking, it is a little wild, a bit untamed…It’s blerrie lekker.” – Bertus Basson The restaurant boasts modern design with funky inner-city accents (look out for the stunning Harley-Davidson). Expect nostalgic nods to Cape Town’s food roots with open-fire cooking, modern twists on South African culinary…

    Looking to impress at brunch or elevate your everyday breakfast? This dukkah-sprinkled poached eggs recipe ticks all the boxes. With crisp zucchini fritters as the base, silky poached eggs at the centre, and shards of salty, golden prosciutto on top, each bite delivers layers of flavour and texture. The finishing touch? A generous sprinkle of nutty, aromatic dukkah that ties it all together. Whether you’re cooking for guests or treating yourself, this dish is a delicious way to start the day. A large poached egg contains 70 calories (297kJ), 5g total fat and 1,5g saturated fat, while a large egg…

    Who knew apples could be this pretty?  We had so much fun turning Du Toit’s juiciest new-season Kissabel® apples into these gorgeous apple roses. They’re easier to make…