A skaftien is many things to many South Africans: food for a journey, a humble homely meal enjoyed at work or even a cold jaffle in your school lunchbox. Regardless, it always conjures up feelings of home and comfort. Before we take you on this exploration, check out the best restaurants in Durban. Like many South African families, mine is a padkos-loving bunch. Once, en route to Durban for a family holiday, we stopped a total of nine times to rip open the tin foil and Tupperwares and indulge in Ouma’s padkos of blue boiled eggs, cold boerewors and leg of lamb…
One Pot Mediterranean Chicken Looking for a weeknight supper that’s quick to make but doesn’t compromise on the flavour? Try this one-pot Mediterranean Chicken casserole recipe for a…
Potato & chorizo salad Looking to try something new and upgrade from the beloved potato salad? Try this quick and delicious potato and chorizo salad with roast tomato dressing as the ultimate side dish when entertaining. TOTAL TIME 1 hour 10 minutes / SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 500 g baby potatoes, halved 1 garlic head, halved 2 small orange sweet potatoes, cut into 6 wedges lengthways 170 g chorizo sausage, sliced diagonally 60 ml olive oil 250 g truss cherry tomatoes 120 g sour cream 2 spring onions, thinly sliced ½ cup flat leaf parsley METHOD PREHEAT oven to 220ºC. Line…
Vegans and those who suffer from lactose intolerance may have something to look forward to as the world’s first ice cream made from only air, water and chocolate…
A pasta night where you pay less is the perfect combo! Get these pasta deals in Cape Town before they expire. Scala Pasta Bar Indulge in pasta made differently at Scala. Located in the dining and entertainment hotspot of Cape Town’s inner city, this upmarket pasta bar is a must-visit location for foodies and pasta lovers alike. What makes this award-winning restaurant unique is its focus on pasta: all of its pasta is made in-house daily and served tapas-style to give diners a unique and unforgettable Italian dining experience. Get this R250 voucher by only paying R99, to use towards…
Is your dishwasher not cleaning your dishes properly? Are you left with remnants on your dishes, water spots or foggy glassware when you are unpacking your dishwasher? These…
Mercury is a toxic metal that can be found in some types of fish and seafood. Consuming too much mercury can have harmful effects on your health, especially for pregnant women and young children. Here are some tips on how to avoid consuming too much mercury. Firstly, it’s important to know which fish contain high levels of mercury. These include swordfish, shark, king mackerel, and tilefish. It’s best to avoid these types of fish altogether. Instead, choose fish that are lower in mercury, such as salmon, sardines, and trout. Next, pay attention to where your fish comes from. Fish from…
Buffet restaurants have become increasingly popular in Johannesburg due to the variety of food options they offer. Whether you’re craving traditional South African dishes or international cuisine, there’s…
If you’ve been keeping an eye on the news lately, you’ll agree that South Africa has been producing events that could compare to scenes out of a movie. Just when you think it couldn’t get any crazier, we’ve got KO’s Sete getting snubbed in the north-east, pacts to the moon in the west, and mayoral mishaps in the city centre. The plot always thickens. And to top it off, it looks like spellcheck was not in the budget at the Reserve Bank. While the drama unfolds daily – just Nando’s and chill with the Hotpot. This deliciously filling meal-in-one features tender…
For some, carbohydrate (carb) foods can stay on your mind 24/7, for others, it is not such an issue. We often crave carbs when we are stressed. When…