• We all have our own comfort movies to watch over the weekend, and one studio that never misses with their heartfelt movies is Studio Ghibli. From My Neighbour Totoro to Spirited Away, Studio Ghibli has created films that stand the test of time in both story and visuals. To bring in the weekend on a relaxing note, we thought we’d round up some of the delicious looking dishes that we’ve seen in some of the Studio Ghibli films. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hypebae (@hypebae) View this post on Instagram A post shared…

    Watermelon & lime quencher Summer is here, so why not indulge in this thirst quenching watermelon drink? Plus…you get to eat the watermelon when it’s finished! PREP TIME 10 min | MAKES 1 ¾ litres INGREDIENTS 1 ¼ litres sparkling mineral water 300 g seedless watermelon, cut into thin wedges 1 cup lime juice 1 lime, quartered 1 cup ice cubes METHOD PLACE the lime juice and half the watermelon in a large jug and muddle with a wooden spoon.  ADD sparkling water, remaining watermelon, lime and ice and stir to combine. FOOD TEAM TIP: Use your…

    Enter now and stand a chance to win a wine safari with Waterford Estate valued at R15 000 for you and five friends. Congratulations to the lucky winner Martie Rossouw! Down the gravel driveway, citrus orchards on either side set the tone for what’s behind the iconic, grand entrance. Waterford Estate has truly earned its reputation as one of the South African greats with award-winning wines that speak for themselves and a wine experience that has elevated the world-class standard while offering genuine South-African hospitality at its absolute finest.  Driven by passion- this is a place where renowned wines are…

    Turkish delight & thyme cocktail Made with 12 rare botanicals inspired by the ancient spice route of Africa, Inspirit is infused with cardamom and juniper notes that complement those of African ginger, lime, and grains of paradise to give it a harmonious and fragrant finish. Try this bright and festive alcohol-free cocktail recipe… INGREDIENTS 15 ml Rose Syrup 15 ml Pineapple Cordial 15 ml Lemon Juice 25 ml Litchi Juice 15 ml Aquafaba  (the juice of a can of Chickpeas) 50 ml Musgrave INSPIRIT METHOD Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice and shake for 30 seconds…

    More and more South Africans choose to keep their cool as the party season hots up. Diaries are filling up and while this time of the year is still all about getting out and having fun, recent studies show a rise in hybrid partying, and that a growing number of South Africans are looking for a healthy, great-tasting and sophisticated alcohol substitute. In his 2022 thesis, Markus Filter notes that this shift can be credited to “health-consciousness and a greater focus on wellness and mental well-being, particularly by Generation Y consumers”. Lulie Halstead, CEO of global market research and strategy…