• Christmas gathers us in ways few other days can. It carries a familiar magic, the hush before loved ones arrive, the soft promise of connection and the comfort of traditions old and new. At Vergenoegd Löw, this magic is part of the landscape itself, carried on sea-scented breezes and woven into historic Cape Dutch buildings, farm gardens and shared tables. This year, Vergenoegd Löw invites guests to experience a Cape Christmas shaped by nature, nostalgia and the farm’s quiet spirit of generosity.  A Cape Christmas Feast at Geuwels  25 December 2025 | 11:30 for 12:00 | R850 pp (drinks excluded)…

    Summer was made for simple pleasures: sunshine, good friends and a pizza that tastes like a holiday on a plate. With Eureka Mills 00 Stoneground Flour, crafting that perfect summer slice couldn’t be easier. Our finely milled 00 flour gives your dough incredible stretch and a smooth, silky feel – so shaping your base becomes effortless. It bakes into a light, crisp crust bringing that authentic pizza-shop magic straight to your kitchen, braai, or backyard pizza oven. Because it’s stoneground the traditional way, our flour keeps its natural flavour and character. That means every base has a gentle nuttiness…

    A generous charcuterie board has a way of bringing people together. One look at a table filled with cheeses, cured meats and colourful sides, and suddenly everyone’s nibbling, chatting and settling in. The secret lies in balance – plenty of choice, a relaxed layout and a touch of festive flair without overdoing it. Here’s how to build a board that feels abundant, inviting and beautifully put together. Read more: Impress at your next party with these 14 unique charcuterie board ideas Start with a good base Choose a surface that suits your style and space. A long wooden board, stone…

    ‘Season to taste’ – it sounds simple, but to many, it can feel vague and ambiguous. How much salt is enough? Is your pinch and Nigella Lawson’s pinch the same? When should you season? When should you taste? And how do you know when you’ve reached the point where flavours are truly balanced? Seasoning to taste is less about guessing and more about using salt (and sometimes pepper) to naturally enhance the flavours of the dish (and satisfy your palate). With a little guidance, you can train your palate to recognise when a dish is flat, when it needs brightness,…

    What if the best gift you could give yourself this festive season was time? Simplify the way you eat We all know how the story goes, planning, shopping, cooking, cleaning… and then repeating it all again the next day. But what if you could skip the stress and mental load, and still serve meals that taste like they came from your favourite restaurant? That’s exactly what UCOOK’s Meal Kits were created to do. No more planning or last-minute grocery runs. No more worrying about what’s for dinner. Just beautiful, fresh ingredients, easy-to-follow recipes, and perfectly portioned ingredients delivered to your…

    If you like golden cake and rich creaminess (and really, who doesn’t?), you need to try these Tiramisu cupcakes immediately. These tiramisu cupcakes bring all the indulgence of the…