SecretEATS is an exclusive dining experience unlike any other. Top, talented chefs and young, rising stars are invited to step out of their everyday kitchens and into a mystery location to create a once-off dining experience that leaves guests hungry for more. Invited guests are treated to an exclusive, intimate dinner party featuring course after course of gourmet food, and premium wine pairings from some of the country’s top wine farms. The idea is simple – SecretEATS brings together outgoing, adventurous food and wine lovers looking for a decidedly different dining experience. Guest chefs take diners taste buds on a culinary journey in the most unusual,…
Inspired by trendy brunches across New York, Arbour Café have collaborated with food and drink platform, MANGERmanje, to bring you #BRUNCHarbour, an exciting new venture happening every month.…
Called cebollitas de cambray in Mexico, these spring onions (aromatic root vegetables) will often be served alongside carne asada (grilled beef). Give this mouthwatering dish a go as an accompaniment to your perfectly grilled-over-the coals meat this Braai Day. Recipe and styling by Claire Ferrandi Assisted by Nomvuselelo Mncube Photograph by Dylan Swart
There is a myth that margarine is an artificial food substance – but believe it or not, it’s not as unhealthy as some people think. The truth is…
For nearly 25 years, Plaka has been South Africa’s go-to Greek restaurant with a long-standing philosophy of modern traditional Greek faire. The menu at their new-look store at the Cresta Shopping Centre includes traditional favourites like calamari, moussaka, kleftiko, whole grilled linefish, prawns, lamb chops as well as more contemporary dishes such as honey-mustard pork fillet and a delicious fully-loaded fisherman’s pasta. Street food such as yiros, souvlaki and toasted pitas are of course on offer for quick meal on the go. Designed around Plaka’s ethos of “eating together”, there’s also “The Family Table” which is a selection of popular…
The Garden Route has long been hailed as the playground for local travellers. Yet, in recent years, this coastal strip has become a unique culinary journey for those…
The Festive Ideas market is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year and promises to be bigger and better than ever before with an incredible collection of festive gift ideas and décor inspiration. This fabulous market takes place at the Simondium’s Country Lodge from Wednesday, 24 October, to Sunday, 28 October. The elegant guest house with its magnificent garden and roaming peacocks will be transformed into a colourful bazaar with a feast of goods that will transform your festive season. Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift, trinkets for your tree, perfect fashion items or accessories, hostess favours, décor ideas or…
(Hardie Grant Books, R508) In Greg and Lucy Malouf’s words, “the Middle Eastern diet (with some regional differences) is largely vegetarian: it relies heavily on vegetables and fruits,…
For this recipe, you will need: skinless and boneless chicken breasts, baby spinach, strawberries and walnuts. This grilled chicken, spinach and strawberry salad is perfect as a light lunch on its own, or ditch the chicken and enjoy as a delicious braai side! Serves 4 EASY 20 mins Season 4 skinless and boneless chicken breasts with 7g (1 tbsp) ground paprika, salt and freshly ground black pepper. Set aside. Heat a griddle pan over medium-high heat. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the pan and grill until cooked, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from heat and cut into thick…
Hartiwood Food and Film Night Market is a feast for all the senses. The very best of local and international culinary cinema is paired with an elite artisan…