It’s time to toss that forgotten tin of peas at the back of your grocery cupboard! In an ideal world, we would be doing a quick clean out of our pantries every month. But, with the hustle and bustle of our daily lives we often find ourselves neglecting this space and our pantry cupboards becoming a tad chaotic. That’s okay, nobody is judging you for it, goodness knows that there are stray packets of lentils or tins of beans hiding at the back of most of our grocery cupboards. But, with spring cleaning fever officially in the air, it’s time…
Situated in the beautiful Avondale Wine Estate, outside Paarl on the slopes of the Klein Drakenstein Mountains, FABER is one of Africa and South Africa’s leading restaurants. Representing…
Roasted carrots with chilli and cumin yoghurt dressing Bursting with delicious flavour, these roasted carrots with chilli and cumin yoghurt dressing will become a winter favourite. Serve it as a colourful side to a roast, or simply enjoy as a meal on its own. TOTAL TIME 30 minutes | SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS ROASTED CARROTS 500g rainbow carrots, with tops 15ml (1 tbsp) olive oil 5ml (1 tsp) brown mustard seeds + extra, to sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste YOGHURT DRESSING 125g Greek yoghurt 5ml (1 tsp) dried chilli flakes 2,5ml (½ tsp) ground…
This makes a brilliant bruschetta topping or serve it alongside cured meats, olives and cheeses for a simple tapas-style treat. Red pepper, chorizo and chilli pickle packs a real…
In 2020 George’s Grill House opened their first store serving superior aged meat and modern cuisine with Greek elements all prepared in their signature open kitchen at The Neighbourhood Square. This is the story of how George Kutra started this iconic restaurant where prime cuts are grilled to perfection. The name on the wall represents who he is, from the staff and the food to the ambiance and interiors. Where it all began George’s passion for the restaurant business took hold when he went into partnership with a friend in 1996 and they opened their first restaurant. Soon afterwards his…
If you’re not sure of what to do this weekend, we’ve got you covered with this must-try pub crawl experience in Johannesburg. Jozi Vibes Entertainment is offering a…
Brookdale Estate outside Paarl has announced the launch date of its new restaurant, The Bistro at Brookdale, which will open its doors to the public on Wednesday, the first of February 2023. It will be open for lunch from Tuesdays to Sundays, with dinner served on Friday and Saturday evenings. (Closed on Mondays.) The Bistro at Brookdale promises a relaxed, contemporary Paarl Winelands dining experience. Seasoned executive chef Gary Coetzee is at the helm of the restaurant, assisted by restaurant and tasting room manager Michelle Michaels. Diners may expect soulful dishes, brought together with wines grown on the surrounding vines and vinified by…
Delheim Wild Ferment Chenin Blanc still hitting the 1986’s high notes. The year 1986 was…wild. And not just because Delheim’s Ou Jong (Old Youngster) vineyard – the one…
ROODT made by Nature is a brand that focuses on sustainability, locally-sourced and natural ingredients, and a minimalist eco-conscious way of living. They have a range of natural skin and home care products made with eco-friendly ingredients and manufactured in South Africa. Tessa O’Halloran sat down with co-founder Amanda Roodt to uncover more about this eco-minimalist business. Where did the Roodt made by Nature dream begin? When a had my son I was set out to be a cloth-diapering-momma. With my soapmaking background I just knew Boerseep will be the perfect match to keep my much valued cloth diapers in…
More is more with upcoming cake trends. In the age of Bridgerton and social media, the more elaborate and whimsical cakes are, the better. – Summer issue Bites excerpt…