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    5 Chocolate-based experiences in and around Cape Town

    Indulgently milky, 85% dark and smooth, oozing from a fondant, drizzled with nuts and other goodies or steaming from a mug. Chocolate is addictive in any of its delicious forms. The ancient Mesoamericans were definitely onto something when they used it for medicine and offerings for the gods. More readily accessible today, the sacredness and healing properties remain the same. Consider Cape Town the Willy Wonker of SA with all it has to offer chocoholics and sweet tooths alike. De Villiers chocolate tasting One of the first of its kind in Africa, the De Villiers brand of chocolate pride itself…

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    Immerse yourself in a journey of the senses with Cape Town Gin and Hippolytas Chocolate

    World-class gins, decadent chocolates, this is the recipe for a luxurious afternoon! By popular demand, Cape Town Gin and Hippolytas Chocolate are back with another luxury gin and chocolate pairing experience! On the 27 April, these two proudly South African brands are joining forces to take you on a sensorial journey, complete with artisanal chocolates, pralines, world-class gins, and intriguing backstories on the brands. Make your day off into the me-day you deserve by indulging in rich flavours, aromas, and intriguing backgrounds on these two local brands. (Don’t forget to buy yourself a little treat on the way out). So…

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    5 health benefits of chocolate, just in time for Easter

    Easter is synonymous with chocolate, so we’ve decided to give you a little nudge in the right direction by breaking down the health benefits of chocolate. Not all chocolate is created equal, however. To reap the health benefits of cocoa, have dark choc with a percentage of 70% or more. READ MORE: 16 dreamy chocolate recipes you should make now Let’s get into 5 healthy benefits of eating the right kind of choccie: Raw, unprocessed cocoa beans contain one of the highest levels of antioxidants found in food, which are powerful compounds that fight cell damage. Dark chocolate has been…

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    Chocolate bunnies are the only bunnies to get for Easter gifting

    Easter is an exciting time of year for those who celebrate. It’s a time for rest, family meals, and – of course – lots and lots of chocolate. But there’s something that everybunny should keep in mind when getting ready for the long weekend: Don’t buy bunnies as Easter gifts. This time of year is when rescues like Hop Haven become inundated with dumped rabbits that children get bored of once the thrill of Easter is over. Rabbits are exotic pets meaning that they’re a little more complicated than you’d expect. They’re a 12 year commitment that requires a LOT…

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    No bake chocolate halva cookies
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    No-bake chocolate halva cookies

    No-bake chocolate halva cookies recipe Looking for a simple but delicious Easter dessert? Try our yummy no-bake chocolate halva cookies! Makes 2 logs INGREDIENTS 100 g dark chocolate 140 g unsalted butter 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1⁄3 cup cocoa 200 g condensed milk 200 g tahini 140 g desiccated coconut 100 g pistachios, chopped 50 g sesame seeds, for rolling METHOD Melt chocolate and butter in a double boiler until smooth. Add the sugar and cocoa and mix well. Add the condensed milk and tahini, and mix until smooth. Place the coconut and half of the pistachios in…

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    Chocolate mousse shots
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    Chocolate mousse shots

    Chocolate mousse shots  Ideal Valentine’s dessert for this weather! PREP TIME 20 min + refrigeration | COOK TIME 5 min | SERVES 4 | GLUTEN FREE  INGREDIENTS 50 g dark chocolate, chopped 120 g ricotta, at room temperature ¼ cup caster sugar 1 tbsp cocoa powder 2 egg whites 125 g fresh raspberries METHOD MELT chocolate and allow to cool for 10 minutes. MEANWHILE, process ricotta with sugar and cocoa until smooth. Add chocolate and process until combined. BEAT egg whites using an electric hand mixer until soft peaks form. Fold egg whites into chocolate mixture in two batches.…

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    Chocolate-mousse cake with summer berries
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    Chocolate mousse cake with summer berries

    Chocolate mousse cake with summer berries a decadent chocolate mousse cake with summer berries TOTAL TIME 6 hours | SERVES 8-10 INGREDIENTS Chocolate cake 25g cocoa powder, sifted 5ml (1 tsp) coffee granules 60ml (¼ cup) boiling water 2 large eggs 100g castor sugar 5ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence 100ml canola oil 100g self-raising flour, sifted pinch salt Chocolate mousse 300g dark chocolate, chopped 450ml fresh cream fresh berries, to decorate icing sugar, to dust METHOD PREHEAT the oven to 160°C. Grease and line both the sides and base of a 21cm loose-bottomed cake tin. Place…

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    Macadamia and chocolate upside-down cake
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    Our best chocolate cake recipes for baking days

    We don’t really need an excuse to bake (and eat) a chocolate cake, but Chocolate Cake Day is the perfect occasion for a little more indulgence. We’re sharing some of our best chocolate cake recipes to add to your repertoire of decadent dessert ideas. Flourless chocolate cake Gluten-free baking just got easier with this rich and creamy flourless chocolate cake! Easy Vegan Chocolate Cake If you’re looking for a fun Saturday activity, try our super easy vegan chocolate cake! We used vegan butter, olive oil and vegan chocolate to create a perfectly moist, springy cake topped in a decadent…

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    Pancakes with fruit and chocolate sauce
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    Pancakes with fruit and chocolate sauce

    Pancakes with fruit and chocolate sauce It’s hard to believe these pancakes are vegan. TOTAL TIME 40 min | Serves 4 (makes 8 pancakes) | EASY | VEGAN INGREDIENTS Chocolate Sauce 250 ml (1 cup) coconut milk 150 g tofu 30 ml (2 tbsp) cocoa powder 30 ml (2 tbsp) sugar 10 ml (2 tsp) cornflour 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence Pancakes 500 ml (2 cups) almond milk 250 g cake flour 80 ml (1/3 cup) canola oil 45 ml (3 tbsp) castor sugar 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence 3,75 ml (¾ tsp) baking powder a pinch…

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    Cranberry chocolate snack bars
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    Cranberry chocolate snack bars

    Cranberry chocolate snack bars A delicious and nutritious snack you can make at home. PREP TIME 15 minutes | COOK TIME 30 minutes | MAKES 16 bars INGREDIENTS 2 ½ cups puffed rice 60 g pecan nuts, chopped 65 g pumpkin seeds 35 g dried unsweetened cranberries, coarsely chopped  2 tbsp LSA (see Tip) 1 tbsp white sesame seeds ½ cup honey 1 tsp vanilla extract ½ tsp salt flakes 45 g sugar-free dark chocolate, coarsely chopped  METHOD PREHEAT the oven to 150°C. Grease a 20cm square cake pan; line base and two opposite sides with baking paper,…

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    Decadent chocolate cheesecake

    The Swartland’s renowned Riebeek Valley Wine Co. has added a delicious bubbly to its award-winning portfolio. “We’re tremendously excited about expanding this range of very popular wines, named after an early explorer to our valley,” says winemaker Jacques Theron. “With the weather warming up, the timing is just perfect considering they’re both sublime and tasty refreshers.” The new Brut Rosé displays bright red berry notes, a hint of rose petals, and a touch spice, making it perfect with a variety of dishes including rich chocolate desserts. Decadent chocolate cheesecake Treat family and friends to this decadent chocolate dessert. It’s…

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    Macadamia and chocolate upside-down cake
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    Macadamia and chocolate upside-down cake

    Macadamia & chocolate upside-down cake A decadent addition to your Christmas feast. PREP TIME 30 minutes | TOTAL TIME 1 hour 30 minutes + cooling | SERVES 12 INGREDIENTS 150 g unsalted butter, melted  ½ cup firmly packed brown sugar  2 tbsp golden syrup  210 g coarsely chopped macadamias, lightly roasted  150 g unsalted butter, extra, softened  1 cup caster sugar 3 eggs, separated  100 g dark chocolate, melted, cooled  ¾ cup self-raising flour  ½ cup plain flour  ½ tbsp dutch-processed cocoa  ¾ cup buttermilk  1 tsp white vinegar METHOD PREHEAT the oven to 180°C. Grease a deep…

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    Salted dark chocolate tahini tart
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    Salted dark chocolate tahini tart

    Salted dark chocolate tahini tart Salt, chocolate and tahini – the perfect dessert filling! PREP TIME 30 minutes + refrigeration | COOK TIME 50 minutes | SERVES 12 | VEGETARIAN  INGREDIENTS  Chocolate pastry 1 ⅓ cups flour  ⅓ cup icing sugar  70 g good quality cocoa 110 g cold butter, coarsely chopped  3 egg yolks 2 tbsp chilled water Filling 2 eggs 3 egg yolks ⅓ cup caster sugar  260 g dark chocolate, coarsely chopped  185 g butter ½ cup tahini ½ tsp sea salt flakes halva, crumbled, to serve METHOD For the chocolate pastry PLACE flour, icing sugar…

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    Chocolate milkshake

    Chocolate milkshake A deliciously decadent chocolate milkshake recipe that’s quick and easy to make at home – even better than a restaurant. PREP TIME: 5 min | SERVES 3-4 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Food&Home (@foodandhomesa) INGREDIENTS 6 cups vanilla ice cream or chocolate ice cream ⅓ cup milk , or more as needed, or use chocolate milk ⅓ cup chocolate sauce Handful of choc chips whipped cream, optional, for topping METHOD COMBINE ice cream, milk, choc chips and chocolate sauce in a blender and blend until combined. IF you need to thin it, add a…

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    Ina Paarman’s chocolate tart with mixed berries

    Ina Paarman’s chocolate tart with mixed berries A deliciously decadent chocolate tart using bright and cheerful mixed berries. If you have a loose-bottomed flan tin, use it to make this tart. The pecan crust will crisp up beautifully and complement the tart perfectly. We have added Amarula liqueur to the mousse, but you can replace it with the same amount of cold, strong black coffee. SERVES 8 INGREDIENTS PECAN CRUST 1 cup (100 g) pecan nuts 11 Tennis biscuits 4 T (60 ml) soft brown sugar ½ t (2,5 ml) ground cinnamon 5 T (75 ml) melted butter MOUSSE…

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