• Craft gingerbeer? Yes please! When owner and MD of Natural Drinks Ian Nieuwoudt turned years of wine-making experience into perfecting non-alcoholic naturally carbonated drinks, he hoped for something truly special… and got it!  After 7 years in business, the company has grown its footprint across the Western Cape, Northern Cape, Gauteng, Limpopo, North-West, Mpumalanga, and, more recently, KwaZulu-Natal.  Listings with some of South Africa’s largest retailers, Checkers and SPAR and even Kaap Agri which allows for their incredibly delicious products to be accessible across South Africa, and even Namibia. View this post on Instagram A post shared by…

    These Easy Oreo balls go down a treat, whether you’re a kid or adult, they hit the spot! They are incredibly easy to make, and serve as a fun afternoon activity, late night baking session or mid-week snack. Easy Oreo Balls MAKES 25-30 INGREDIENTS 2 packs original Oreos 1 tub (230g) cream cheese 200g dark chocolate, melted 200g white chocolate, melted METHOD PLACE Oreos in a food processor and blend into a fine powder. Add to a large bowl. SCOOP out the cream cheese and add to the bowl. Using a spoon, work the mixture into a smooth paste. REFRIGERATE…

    From the makers of Sir Fruit, South Africa’s number 1 cold pressed juice, health shots and first-of-its-kind fresh cocktail mix brand, comes an exciting new drinks and dessert…

    Looking for a salad that hits all the flavour notes? Look no further than this scrumptious citrus panzanella salad with parmesan crisps! Mixed citrus panzanella salad with crispy parmesan chips HANDS-ON TIME 30 min | TOTAL TIME 1 hour 10 min | SERVES 4-6 INGREDIENTS 1 day old ciabatta ¼ cup olive oil Flaky salt 2 blood oranges 2 cara oranges 1 white / ruby grapefruit  1   mediterranean cucumber, shaved into ribbons 1 bag rocket leaves  10 grams petite leaf crimson salad Citrus vinaigrette ¼ cup olive oil 2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed orange juice 1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar…

    Whipped ricotta is a trend we are totally behind! It’s creamy, light and delicious, and we paired it with deep caramelised roasted strawberries to create a fabulous starter to enjoy anywhere! Whipped ricotta with Roasted Strawberries HANDS-ON TIME 15 min | TOTAL TIME 40 min | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS Roasted strawberries 500 grams. strawberries, hulled and cut in half 3 Tbsp honey 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 tsp sea salt flakes Whipped ricotta 1 cup full cream ricotta 1 tsp pepper 1/2 cup yoghurt To serve 1 tsp chopped basil 1 tsp chopped mint 1 baguette, toasted METHOD Roasted…

    This baby capsicum salad is a light and crunchy addition to any meal, or even enjoyed on its own. We added bocconcini, which are small Italian mozzarella balls …

    Tucked away in the quaint little Birdhaven shopping centre in Illovo is the Arbour Café and Courtyard. Thee Arbour Café and Courtyard is a French-inspired café and crêperie, and is home to many breakfast and coffee enthusiasts; priding itself on delicious and wholesome food, sourced from the freshest ingredients. Famous for their gluten-free, buckwheat galettes (savoury French pancakes), the beautifully balanced and well-presented menu is perfect for a summer morning or a sunny afternoon. The versatile menu has delicious offerings – from butter croissants and decadent cakes, to duck confit orange and fennel salads and, of course, a selection of…

    Deliciously simple, this roasted artichokes burrata with Sicilian dressing requires minimal time for a maximum pay-off! Roasted artichokes burrata HANDS-ON TIME 10 min | TOTAL TIME 35 min | SERVES…