According to Mail & Guardian, roughly 45% of South Africa’s food supply ends up lost or wasted. This is a staggering statistic considering that such a high percentage of our population experience moderate to severe food insecurity. Reducing waste through reuse and recycling has long been implemented in many households and businesses worldwide, however the concept of ‘zero-waste’ is more recent. In this article, we talk about the impact that food waste has on both people and the environment, as well as how to implement zero-waste cooking in your home. The effects of food waste All food production requires water…
Homemade gifts are from the heart, so why not make some delicious homemade treats to give this festive season? We’ve rounded up some edible gift ideas to give…
Frozen berry yogurt Tasty berry frozen yoghurt, the perfect summer dessert! TOTAL TIME 15 minutes + cooling & refrigeration | SERVES 6 INGREDIENTS 110 g caster sugar 180 ml water 300 g frozen mixed berries 500 g no-fat greek-style yoghurt 50 g fresh raspberries 60 g fresh blueberries METHOD COMBINE sugar and the water in a small saucepan; stir over low heat for 4 minutes or until sugar dissolves. Bring to the boil, without stirring; reduce heat to low, simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until syrupy. Cool. BLEND or process cooled syrup, frozen berries and yoghurt until…
From November 2022 to February 2023, Air France will be offering new Michelin-starred dishes by top French chefs Arnaud Lallement and Michel Roth in its La Première and Business long-haul cabins. Working with…
It’s heading towards that wonderful time of the year again, where festive cheer starts to fill the air and the spirit of generosity and community is ignited. The festive season is truly the time of giving and Cadbury is encouraging everyone to give a little this festive season. Whether you are giving of your time or sharing the perfect gift, the season embodies the spirit of generosity for all South Africans. This celebration of generosity is brought to life in the latest Cadbury TVC, which narrates an emotive tale of connection and the innate generosity of South Africans over the…
Drunken mocha mousse tartlets Creamy, cold mocha mousse in a light and delicious pastry tart. PREP TIME 40 minutes | COOK TIME 15 minutes + cooling & refrigeration…
One of the most versatile items in your kitchen, vinegar has countless uses around the house. Of course, there are many different types of vinegars with varying recommended uses, and we would never suggest cleaning your oven with balsamic! Here are the many ways that you can use white or spirit vinegar around your home. For cleaning Perhaps one of its best-known uses outside of cooking, vinegar is great as a natural alternative to chemical cleaning products. Using a one-to-one vinegar and water solution will clean almost anything from your countertops to your oven, and even your floors. To kill…
Uju – meaning honey in Zulu – is an innovative sweetie created by Brett Emmerson. After a year of working tirelessly with scientists and chemists, Brett was able…
Paint your own napkins Forget plain ol’ white napkins on your festive table. Grab some paint brushes, paint and stencils and paint your own festive napkins. You can use any stencils that match your decor, from stars, to trees to a proudly South African protea. If you don’t have stencils, you can also make your own. Here’s how we did our DIY Christmas napkins. Make your own napkin rings We love the abundance of fresh herbs and flowers available over the festive season! Use a variety of fresh herbs and leaves to make your own napkin rings – here is…
Baby marrow & asparagus rice salad This delicious salad is loaded with ingredients to keep you satisfied! PREP TIME 20 minutes | COOK TIME 35 minutes | SERVES…