Bon appétit! Drawing inspiration from the rich history of French cuisine, this delectable spread from SPAR will bring the flavours of France straight to your kitchen. Plus stand a chance to WIN a R1 000 SPAR voucher! Simply fill out the form below and answer an easy question (HINT: the answer is in the recipes). CAULIFLOWER VELOUTÉ WITH BRUSCHETTA Serves 4 – 6 EASY 1 hr WHAT YOU NEED 1 large cauliflower, cut into florets 30ml (2 tbsp) SPAR Extra Virgin Olive Oil SPAR Salt and freshly ground SPAR Black Pepper, to taste 45ml (3 tbsp) SPAR Salted Butter 1 onion,…
We love a good gin and tonic! But, do you know the difference between London Dry and Old Tom Gin? No? Do not stress! Enjoy our handy guide…
This wine, for that dish So much wine, so little time. Here are some standout wines to try this June, paired with delicious recipes from our magazine. The Drift Farm ‘Moveable Feast’ 2015, R385 A blend of malbec, syrah, pinot noir, touriga nacional and tannat; this magic wine is an expression of the Drift Estate. Ripe, rich black berry fruit is laced with mountain fynbos, white pepper and just a hint of cigar box. On the palate find red fruits such as cherry, raspberries and plum layered with dark chocolate and black fruits. Pair with: Springbok fillet under the stars Spotlight on…
Bruce Jack—of Flagstone Wines fame—is also the owner and winemaker of a more boutique enterprise, The Drift Estate in the Overberg Highlands. He lives here with his wife…
Spend your chilly evenings with Van Loveren Family Vineyards’ award-winning fortified wines in front of a roaring fire. The Van Loveren Red Muscadel is the ideal companion to desserts and fruit while the Cape Ruby pairs perfectly with fine, flavourful cheeses. End your dinner party on a high note by wowing your guests with a savoury cheese and Cape Ruby combination or try the Red Muscadel with Izelle Hoffman, lifestyle chef’s Chocolate Raspberry Crumble recipe at https://bit.ly/2x1gEco. Visit Van Loveren’s state-of-the-art tasting room to enjoy creative wine pairings, cellar tours, lunch at Christina’s bistro, garden tours, birding, hiking, MTB and…
We’re giving away a home entertaining kit from Beetroot Inc. worth R1 500. All you have to do to qualify is simply tell us which Beetroot Inc. item…
In honour of National Doughnut Day, happening today (1 June 2018), we’ve rounded up some of our favourite doughnut facts. Renée Zellweger apparently ate 20 doughnuts a day to gain weight for Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason As much as we love, love, love a good doughnut, or two, or perhaps three, we cannot imagine having to eat 20 doughnuts a day! But, if it’s worth it, who are we to complain, right? Doughnuts were served to soldiers during WWI. “Doughnut Girls”, female volunteers of the Salvation Army, would bring doughnuts and coffee to the soldiers in the trenches…
The world as we know it is becoming more carb conscious. We’re casting our bread upon the waters, aiding you in this journey to making clever carb choices.…
Have you heard? The TOPS at SPAR wine show will be at Montecasino from 7 to 9 June 2018! The show’s enchanting WINEderland theme leaves visitors spellbound in the magical world of wine where they get the chance to engage directly with their favourite pourformers, be edutained in The Star Wine Theatre, or sip into something more comfortable in the VIP lounge. With brand new premium ticket options provided through Quicket and the inclusion of a second wine theatre, WINEderland truly offers something to satisfy every palate. General admission is R160 online or R180 at the door. All ticket options…
Since 1924, Robertsons’ spice experts have been journeying around the world in search of the finest herbs and spices. Now they have brought something new to the kitchen…