We recently shared a travel piece all about our trip to Gondwana Game Reserve and today, we’re getting to know Chef William, head chef at the reserve. We were treated to a few of his meals during our stay at Gondwana and were thoroughly impressed with the quality of the food and the attention to detail that he put into his menu. Read more below to learn more about how he got into food and his tips on plating like a pro! So, Chef William, tell us about yourself. Where did you study and how did you get into food?…
CAPE TOWN OPERA PRESENTS BON APPÉTIT AT THE VINEYARD HOTEL FROM 31 MARCH 2022 From 31 March to 3 April 2022, CAPE TOWN OPERA in collaboration with The…
Checkers is the first South African supermarket to launch standalone Krispy Kreme doughnut kiosks in its stores. This follows the runaway success following the introduction of Krispy Kreme doughnuts in selected Checkers stores last year. To give customers more of what they want, Checkers is partnering with the brand to launch a more permanent offering. The first kiosk opened on the 21st arch at Checkers Drakenstein Sentrum, with the second to launch in Checkers Kenilworth Shopping Centre on 4 April 2022. The kiosks will stock a variety of Made Fresh Daily doughnuts, also offering a quality coffee experience, decadent chillers…
Feel super fresh with this Fruity Hibiscus Tea Soda! Be ready to make the most of the last summer days with this refreshing ice tea, perfect for a…
20 ingredient substitutes to make your life easier! Have you ever suddenly gotten the urge to bake a cake or get a little more creative with your dinner, only to realise that you have an ingredient missing? We’ve been there – it’s extremely frustrating! But don’t fret; here’s a quick guide on how to substitute 20 common ingredients to help you the next time you’re fresh out. Bear in mind that when making substitutions, it can make a noticeable difference in the outcome and it may be worthwhile nipping out to the store when the missing ingredient is the main…
The Pastry Chef’s Guide is the ultimate handbook for those wanting to master the art of beautiful homemade pâtisserie. With eight years of experience as a pastry chef, Ravneet…
Brown butter, where do we even begin? It’s a one-ingredient wonder with the power to elevate your bakes and savoury dishes from ‘meh’ to ‘hell yeah!’. Brown butter is made by cooking butter over the stovetop just long enough for the milk solids to caramelise. Aptly dubbed liquid gold or beurre noisette (French for ‘hazelnut butter’), brown butter adds an addictive nutty taste, toasty aroma and golden hue to food. Although it sounds fancy, there’s really nothing to it…all you’ll need to make your own is a frying pan, a few minutes of your time and, well, butter. How…
A night to remember The Capital 15 on Orange invites Capetonians to experience the unparalleled 4D gastronomic entertainment of ‘Le Petit Chef’ who will be in The Mother…
Pampelle, the seductive French aperitif that lets you surprise yourself whether it’s the way you live your life or what you choose to put in your glass. Pampelle is the drink by its very nature that gives you permission to contradict yourself, whether that be in your glass or the way you live your life, by day or by night. Bitter sweet but not sugary, light and refreshing yet complex, it’s the contradictory nature of this aperitif made from Star Ruby Red grapefruit from the wilds of Corsica and refined in the French region of Cognac that encourages you to…
What was your inspiration behind doing the show? I love cooking, I love South Africa, we have an incredible country with the most incredible chef and the most…