• How to make strawberry jam in a microwave It doesn’t have to take forever to make jam: if you’re pressed for time, the quickest and most efficient way is in the microwave. INGREDIENTS 500g fresh strawberries 80ml freshly squeezed lemon juice 400g sugar METHOD WASH and chop fresh strawberries. PLACE in a large, microwaveable dish and squeeze fresh lemon juice. MICROWAVE on high until the strawberries are just soft, about 5 minutes. REMOVE and stir in 400g sugar. MICROWAVE on high again, stopping and stirring occasionally, for a further 20 minutes. REMOVE from the microwave and leave to…

    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…