According to the Indigo Wellness Index South Africa, our nation is one of the unhealthiest in the world! That’s why Knorr says it’s time to change our plate and destiny of the nation. On 11 March 2020, we spent a fascinating and educational morning with Knorr at the #PlateOfTheNation address, held at Victoria Yards and emceed by South Africa’s most glamorous culinary queen, Lorna Maseko. We learned more about how Knorr would like to help our country move towards a better food future by providing stakeholders – government, NGOs, industry, retailers, media and consumers – with information about how and…
They say that variety is the spice of life. Why not add some umph to your meal routine by adding some healthy alternatives to your plate? This is…
Who knew Covid-19, face masks, 70% alcohol sanitiser and disposable gloves would be 2020’s keywords! There we were in mid-March, going about our daily lives, deliberating over espresso or Americano, chenin or chardonnay, salmon or trout. Then, after a lightning bolt of warning, we scurried around, madly buying up essential household supplies before bolting back to the confines of our homes just in time for the thunderclap of lockdown. No doubt you’ve made some interesting discoveries about yourself and your abilities in this unprecedented time. Certainly, if our current website and social media trends are anything to go by, many…
Gumbo is a dish quite popular in Louisiana in the United States of America. In fact, it is the official state cuisine. Gumbo is, essentially, a strongly flavoured soup with either meat or shellfish and vegetables – usually celery, bell peppers, and onions. Recipe and styling by Nomvuselelo Mncube
This super easy, healthy and deliciously creamy avocado pasta sauce recipe is made with only a few ingredients and never disappoints! Packed with immune-boosting benefits its a great…
Recipe and styling by Sarah Dall Photograph by Myburgh du Plessis
Literally just a collection of all of our favourite bread recipes for you to enjoy. But, first… This is a starter/home-made yeast for sourdough bread and while it…
Pasta is a staple in almost everyone’s pantry. For some (and definitely for us), pasta is the ultimate comfort food. But, before we start with our collection of pasta dishes we’ll be making all year round, let’s show you how to make your own pasta dough. It’s fairly easy and very, very satisfying. Take your simple ingredients, add a whole lot of love and you’ve got fresh pasta, one of the world’s most gratifying dishes – whichever shape or flavour it comes in. Here’s how to make your own pasta dough from scratch. And it is much easier than you…
Joburg-based master baker Babette Kourelos of Babette’s Bread rises to the occasion and answers all our questions about making a starter (fresh home-made yeast) By Babette Kourelos of…