Every cook needs to master knife skills; it’s one of the most important basics in the kitchen. Wielding a knife may seem pretty intimidating at first, especially with the lightning-fast slicing and dicing we see the pro chefs doing on TV. But, with a little know-how and practice, you’ll be slicing and dicing just the same in no time. Ready to elevate your cooking game? Here’s your essential guide to knife basics and how to master the top three cutting techniques: dice, julienne, and chiffonade. 5 Need-to-know knife skill basics 1. How to position your hands It all starts with…
What makes this super green frittata recipe a standout is its versatility. You can customise it with your favourite fillings, from seasonal veggies to hearty proteins. Add a…
You’ve heard of a masala chai latte but have you ever thought of it a delicious cake? INGREDIENTS For the cake 125g butter, softened 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar 3 eggs 1¼ cups self-raising flour ½ cup desiccated coconut 1 green apple, unpeeled and coarsely grated ¼ cup greek yoghurt For the chai syrup 3 ceylon tea bags 1 cup boiling water ½ cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 tbsp honey 1 tsp vanilla essence 2 cinnamon sticks 1 cm piece ginger, peeled and thinly sliced 10 cloves 8 cardamom pods, crushed 2 star anise METHOD For the cake…
Top South African and international chefs, mixologists and food personalities will be taking to the stage when Good Life Show comes to Cape Town in May. The lineup…
Candice Philip is one of South Africa’s most celebrated culinary artists, having been the recipient of “Chef of the Year” at the 2025 Luxe Restaurant Awards and the winner of “Best New Restaurant” for Cyra at the 2025 Eat Out Awards. These moments were never a given, they are the result of slow, deliberate, and silent hard work with unshakeable resolve. Candice’s story begins in kitchens where the pace was relentless, the standards unforgiving, and the shadows her birthplace of quiet diligence. She was often the only woman in the kitchen and worked under culinary titans who refined her techniques…
Inspired by over 350 years of winemaking tradition and heritage in the Franschhoek Valley, Franschhoek Cellar has become a tried and trusted choice for excellent quality wines that…
Are you looking to cut back on commercial soft drinks with healthier alternatives? Meet the ginger bug: a simple mixture of ginger, sugar, and water that’s alive with wild yeasts and bacteria. This starter, rich with probiotics, is your gateway to healthier, naturally bubbly soda alternatives to commercial drinks, minus the artificial additives and preservatives. Unlike commercial sodas and soft drinks that are often loaded with refined sugars and artificial flavours, these homemade versions are alive with beneficial microbes, naturally boosting your immune system and gut. Plus, they’re fun to make with the whole family and endlessly customisable. It’s alive!…
Salt is one of, if not the most essential, ingredients in your kitchen when you’re cooking. A little too much of it or a little too less can…
Like many other South Africans, I cherish the time spent curled up on my couch with my TV remote in hand. I enjoy a good show, and BBC Lifestyle’s Come Dine With Me SA is on my list of favourites. The beautiful blend of culinary creativity, friendly competition and occasional drama makes for the perfect entertainment and easily keeps me glued to my screen. Now, imagine my joy when I was presented with the opportunity to visit the set of the show! Upon my arrival on set, the team was already hard at work and it was lights, camera, action! I found…
Skip the takeout; this paprika-battered fish and turnip chips is your new go-to for a quick, satisfying weeknight comfort. Fast, flavourful, and easy to whip up, it hits…