Opening the fridge and spotting a neat stack of takeaway containers can feel like a small victory. Free storage! No extra cost! And a tiny step towards reducing waste. But before you proudly start using those containers for everything from leftover pasta to chopped fruit, it’s worth asking one simple question: are they actually safe to reuse? The short answer? Sometimes. But not always. Not all takeaway containers are created equal Takeaway packaging comes in all shapes and materials. Some can happily live a second life in your kitchen, while others are best used once and then recycled or discarded. Glass…
We’ve seen them making waves on social media, like ‘clean Tok’ and other satisfying cleaning videos, but are steam cleaners really worth buying? The combination of high temperatures…
Did your loaf of rye or rustic artisanal sourdough baguette turn into an oversized crouton? Before you throw it out or crumble it for the birds, use our methods to bring back stale bread – saving it for your next lunchtime sarmie. Don’t get us wrong, stale bread is great to make panzanella, ribolata, and bread pudding, but it’s worth taking 15 minutes to revive it. Follow along to discover how to revive stale bread. Why does bread go stale? Bread that has gone stale is characterised by a dry, hard feeling – the opposite of a crunchy exterior…
When a busy weeknight calls for something hearty yet comforting, these rump steak and cheesy enchiladas deliver in all the right ways. Tender strips of seared rump steak…
The dramatic mountain landscapes of the Banhoek Valley will set the stage for a bold new celebration of flavour when the inaugural Meet the Makers: Wine & Chilli Festival takes place at Banhoek Chilli Oil Company on Saturday, 21 March 2026. Bringing together some of the valley’s most respected wine producers alongside innovative chilli artisans, the festival promises a vibrant day of tastings, storytelling and discovery in one of the Cape Winelands’ most picturesque settings. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet and taste wines from 13 celebrated Banhoek Valley producers, including Rainbows End Wines, Miles Mossop Wines, Delaire Graff…
Bright, naturally sweet and endlessly versatile, the humble sweet potato deserves a permanent spot in your kitchen. Whether roasted until caramelised, whipped into a silky mash or folded into baked treats, this vibrant…
TikTok and Instagram users have jumped onto yet another protein trend, and we’re not sure what to make of it. Proteinmaxxer fans have been touting blocks of Parmesan cheese as “the greatest protein bar money can buy”. Parmesan cheese has become the new ‘It girl’ in the food and wellness world – even though it’s been around for ages. But is eating a wedge of it after a workout really the hack we didn’t know we needed? Move over protein bars, Parmesan is here A lot of social media users and fitness fanatics claim Parmesan cheese to be “pure…
Slow-cooked, soul-soothing and unapologetically hearty – this beef shin ragu is the kind of dish that turns an ordinary evening into something a little bit special. Beef shin…
March is when Constantia feels like a quiet reward. The heat eases, afternoons stretch into golden light, and the vineyards hold that late-summer energy with the first hint of autumn in the air. It’s a perfect time to visit Steenberg Farm – whether you’re coming for a long lunch, an evening of sharing plates, or simply to spend a few unhurried hours on the estate. At the centre of Steenberg’s dining story are two restaurants with distinct moods – Tryn and Bistro Sixteen82, both led by Executive Chef Kerry Kilpin, who has shaped Steenberg’s kitchens for more than a decade.…
Renowned and trusted for their strength, Hinds Spices have been helping home cooks make more of every meal for generations. Known for delivering bigger aroma, bolder flavour, and…