BY LISA WITEPSKI PHOTOGRAPHS BY JAC DE VILLIERS Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen’s latest South African venture, JAN Innovation Studio, is a place where young chefs are encouraged to put their wildest food fantasies on a plate. Busy as he is ensuring that his Nice-based restaurant, JAN, maintains its Michelin-star standards and planning for his next endeavour, KLEIN JAN (which will open at the Tswalu Kalahari Reserve in 2020), Jan Hendrik says that he doesn’t see his work as, well, work. “I’m far too busy enjoying myself and playing,” he smiles. Clearly, playing is a big thing for Jan Hendrik.…
Delicious, convenient and versatile, wraps and salads make for an ideal picnic spread. Plan a relaxing afternoon picnic with friends and family, without having to worry about what…
Join Lanzerac Hotel & Spa on the 24th of September in celebration of our diversity and community! Lanzerac will host a cultural experience showcasing a wide assortment of unique dishes cooked over open flames in celebration of national “braai day”! In true tradition, you will be welcomed with a glass of Lanzerac MCC and can spend the day savouring a feast of locally produced dishes prepared by the Lanzerac chefs, whilst roaming between the Taphuis, Private Dining venue and outdoor terrace. You will be treated to tapas-style fare and slow roasted gourmet style pub plates. There will also be a kids’…
The TOPS at SPAR Wine Show will be WINEding its way to East London for the first time ever from 7 to 9 November for a dazzling ‘POURformance’ at Hemingways Casino. South Africa’s biggest and boldest travelling wine show is making its way to seven cities around the country this year – and East London looks set to be a grape escape for wine-lovers. Andrew Douglas, Owner and Producer of The Wine Show, says this is the show’s first appearance in East London. “We are looking forward to bringing an amazing line-up of over 150 well-known and as-yet-undiscovered gems from…
The Glenshiel Christmas Fair takes place in the stately grounds of ‘Glenshiel’, referred to by many as the ‘Jewel of Westcliff’ on the 31st October – 3rd November…
What’s more South African than Peppermint Crisp? This is the best collection of Peppermint Crisp recipes. We cannot imagine a braai, lunch or dinner where a Peppermint Crisp tart wouldn’t be a hit. Peppermint Crisp ice-cream cake One of South Africa’s most-loved desserts, the Peppermint Crisp tart, gets a grown-up makeover that makes it the perfect indulgence for a warm, summer’s day. We love that you only need 9 ingredients to whip up this masterpiece. The proof of this nostalgic classic-turned-vogue dessert lies in its legacy, taking a contemporary turn for the even better. Recipe here: Peppermint Crisp ice-cream cake…
This delightful old-fashioned pudding has the soft and steamy texture of a malva pudding and the taste of gingerbread. We couldn’t stop diving in for more! Recipe and…
Appetite Fest, the biggest culinary and entertainment festival Pretoria has ever seen, returns to Time Square from 13 to 15 September 2019. This year’s three-day Appetite Fest promises to be bigger and better than the inaugural festival in 2018, with an extra day added to give food adventurers more time to explore, as well as more gastronomical experiences and spectacular entertainment. In the cast of culinary artistes already confirmed for Appetite Fest are Gary Mehigan; George Calombaris; Matt Preston and Shannon Bennett of MasterChef Australia fame. Joining them for this year’s tour to South Africa is the winner of MasterChef…
Running your own business requires focus, drive and dedication. When starting out small, businesses don’t always have enough staff to handle all their admin. Knowing where you can…