Are you heading to the other-worldly stark desert landscape of the /Ai/Ais- Richtersveld National Park? The vast park has many experiences on offer. Here are a few stops not to be missed. A 4×4 or high-clearance vehicle is essential for travel within the park. Search for Halfmense at Halfmens Pass Take a slow drive through Halfmens Pass to spot the peculiar-looking halfmens succulents, which are endemic to the area. Folklore has it that these are the frozen forms of the enemies of the Nama people, trapped for eternity in the desert landscape. Check in at the nursery Sendelingsdrift’s blossoming nursery…
Satay dipping sauce Makes about 250ml (1 cup) Peanut sauce is delicious as a dip for satay-chicken skewers, crudités or drizzled over Asian noodle dishes – it’s the…
Sausage and bacon maize-meal breakfast bake Serves: 6 – 8 Time: 50 mins Preheat the oven to 180°C. Heat a large pan over low heat and add a glug of olive oil. Add 1 peeled and diced onion, 2 peeled and minced garlic cloves and a handful fresh, torn sage leaves. Fry until the onion is soft, 10 minutes. Increase the heat to medium, add 250g chopped streaky bacon and fry until the bacon is crisp, 10 minutes. Remove the onion mixture from the pan and set aside until needed. Add 8 pork sausages, fry until golden brown and remove…
Vietnamese iced coffee Makes: 1 Time: 10 mins Pour 200ml strong, chilled coffee over a glass of ice. Add 30ml (2 tbsp) condensed milk and stir to combine,…
The ultimate toasted cheese Serves: 4 Time: 15 mins Place 8 thick slices ciabatta bread on a cutting board and spread good quality shop-bought mayonnaise over each – this is the secret to a golden, delicious crunch! To assemble the sandwiches, spread a layer of Dijon mustard over 4 of the slices of bread on the non-mayo side (the mayo should be on the outside of each sandwich and the mustard on the inside). Fill the sandwiches with 2 – 3 slices thickly sliced Gruyère and add 2 crispy grilled streaky bacon rashers, if desired. Heat a pan over medium…
Creamy chocolate and vanilla rice pudding Serves: 4 – 6 Time: 45 mins Add 200g arborio rice, 700ml full-cream milk, 60g icing sugar, pinch salt, 250ml (1 cup)…
The third FNB Eastern Cape Wine Show once again takes place at Hemingways in East London on Thursday 30 and Friday 31 March. Returning to wow East London wine lovers are Bon Courage, Spier, Glen Carlou, Vondeling and Robertson Winery – while Tokara, Overhex Wines, Diemersfontein and Valdo Prosecco are amongst those making a first time appearance. More than an opportunity to taste superb wines in a relaxed and sophisticated setting, the FNB Eastern Cape Wine Show is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to shop for wine favourites at the Shop@Show stand. Dates: 30 and 31 March 2017 Venue: The Venue at Hemingways…
Sarah Phillips is a sweet 16-year-old from Trinityhouse Randpark Ridge. Currently in Grade 11, she recently spent a week in the F&HE offices, catching a glimpse of the…
Why not combine two favourite pastries into one delicious Easter snack? Hot cross bun muffins are the best of both worlds. These cinnamon-y, crunchy yet light delights are perfect with a cup of tea.
Hubbard squash slices with a cinnamon and nut crust are the perfect unusual dish for an afternoon tea. The cinnamon and nuts make for a delicately spiced and crunchy…