One thing is true about South Africans, we love a good time, and it’s safe to say that nothing will be different this festive season. Whether you are the host with the most, the enthusiastic braai master, or you simply want a tasty treat for your me-time, Woolies has got you covered with new food ideas and a smorgasbord of flavour! Sweet or savoury, there’s a little something for everyone. Here’s what’s on the menu: Starters/Snacks Deli entertaining and snacking Let’s get your braai or dinner party off to a deli-cious start with Woolworths’ new deli patés and rice bites,…
Dairy-free rooibos banana bread As if banana bread couldn’t get any healthier! Try this moist vegan and dairy-free rooibos banana bread recipe. PREP TIME 25 minutes | COOK…
What makes a good brunch? Long, lazy culinary sessions, preferably with a view. Brunch is a favourite across the world, particularly during the warmer months when fresh spring and summer produce can be enjoyed outdoors. Trends like Dubai-style long brunches have hit SA’s shores with Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront recently having launched its seasonal Breakers Brunch. A three-hour long buffet and platter-style seasonal food and drink experience on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. Head Chef Norman Heath comments: “Brunch should be all about enjoyment, good food and fun. Think bottomless drinks, an incredible menu, stunning views and captivating live music.”…
Marshmallow treats Easy to make bite-sized treats that are perfect for a tea party, kid’s party, or even as a Sunday snack at home. Try these delicious Marshmallow…
A super fun way to enjoy the festive period and get into the Christmas spirit is with an advent calendar. If you don’t know, an advent calendar counts down the days of (duh!) advent, meaning the first of December all the way until Christmas day. Most people’s first thought when it comes to advent calendars is usually a shop-bought chocolate calendar, but there are actually a number of other fun and different options these days! What we are focusing on today, however, are DIY or traditional wooden advent calendars that you must fill yourself. As the festive season quickly approaches,…
Who wouldn’t love a champagne brand that proudly lives according to their motto: ‘Only one quality, the finest’? The French champagne brand Veuve Clicquot is no stranger on…
Beetroot & ginger slushy Enjoy this thirst quenching Beetroot & ginger slushy while you soak up the sun! PREP TIME 5 min | MAKES 2 cups | VEGETARIAN INGREDIENTS 1 beetroot (200 g), peeled, cut into wedges 2 carrots (240 g), unpeeled, chopped coarsely 2 red-skinned apples (300 g), unpeeled, chopped coarsely 2 cm piece fresh ginger (10 g), peeled, grated finely METHOD PUSH beetroot, carrot and apple through a juice extractor into a jug and stir in the ginger. TOP with crushed ice and serve immediately. FOOD TEAM TIP This drink helps keep your skin healthy and hydrated. …
Chilli sugar churros with caramel sauce Bake it till you make it with these tantalising bite sized treats. TOTAL TIME 45 min | SERVES 6 | VEGETARIAN INGREDIENTS…
Chocolate and pretzel tart bites TOTAL TIME 30 min + refrigeration | MAKES 14 squares | VEGETARIAN INGREDIENTS 150g plain chocolate biscuits 60g lightly salted pretzels, plus 14 to decorate 125g butter, melted 300ml cream 200g milk chocolate, coarsely chopped 100g dark chocolate, coarsely chopped 2 tsp cocoa powder METHOD PROCESS biscuits and pretzels until fine crumbs form. Add butter and process until combined. Press mixture evenly over the base and sides of an 11cm x 35cm loose-based rectangular fluted tart pan; refrigerate for 15 minutes or until firm. BRING cream to a simmer in a pot over…