If your grocery bill has felt a little heavier lately, you’re not imagining it. Meat prices in South Africa are still putting pressure on household budgets – and while food inflation has started to slow, the cost of meat remains stubbornly high. According to FNB Agribusiness senior economist Paul Makube, food inflation eased to 5.2% year-on-year in August 2025, helped by small price drops in cereals, fruit, vegetables, dairy and meat. But meat inflation, which reached a worrying 11.3% earlier this year, continues to be one of the biggest drivers of food costs. Disruptions in livestock supply – from foot-and-mouth…
There’s a new cake trend blowing up—quite literally—and it’s turning every celebration into a glittering spectacle. Blowout cakes have taken social media by storm, adding a touch of…
Scooters Pizza has made the ultimate comeback after ghosting SA for almost a decade, with a relaunch on Tuesday, 21 October, including their 39-minute delivery guarantee! From local favourite to national phenomenon, Juan Engelbrecht (former Master Franchisor, Western Cape) is leading this revival. Scooters Pizza has officially launched on Tuesday, 21 October, filling the streets of Melville with that same cheesy smell we remember from years past. The franchise first fired up its ovens back in 2000, when the Gonzaga family de-franchised three Kwa-Zulu Natal stores, launching a fresher, faster, and fearless brand. By 2010, Scooters Pizza dominated Joburg and…
Indulge in a dessert that steals the spotlight: this caramelised fig cheesecake combines a buttery pastry base, a rich crème-fraîche filling and freshly halved figs caramelised to golden…
Michelin-starred chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen brings a taste of France home with the opening of Le Bistrot de JAN in Cape Town The Mother City’s culinary landscape is set to welcome a new chapter with the opening of Le Bistrot de JAN at InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town, opening in December in the city’s beloved Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Building on the success and spirit of Le Bistrot de JAN in Nice, France, this new addition makes its highly anticipated debut in one of the world’s most iconic cities, tucked between the Atlantic Ocean and the internationally recognisable…
Step back in time with this beloved South African classic! These oat crunchies are golden, buttery, and perfectly crisp, a simple treat that’s packed with nostalgia and flavour.…
Butter may be the hero of most home kitchens, but when it comes to cooking that demands heat, flavour and longevity, there’s a new star worth a spot next to your salt and pepper – ghee. It’s rich, aromatic, and far more versatile than many realise. Once you start using it, you’ll wonder how your pan ever sizzled without it. Read more: Butter vs. Margarine: What’s the scoop? What exactly Is Ghee? Ghee is butter that’s been gently simmered until all the water and milk solids separate, leaving behind a clear, golden fat with a toasty, nutty aroma. This process…
What’s Diwali without sweet recipes? The Festival of Lights is as much about generosity and joy as it is about syrupy, milky, nutty indulgence. This roundup is dedicated…
Calcium is an extremely important mineral, supporting strong bones and teeth and plays a significant role in heart health, muscle function, and nerve signalling. For most adults, our daily calcium goal is to ingest 1,000 milligrams (this amount differs for certain groups, including adolescents, postmenopausal women, and older adults). Many people instantly turn to a tall glass of cow’s milk as the answer, but that’s not the only option (especially for lactose intolerance). Many foods provide the same, if not higher amounts of calcium than cow’s milk. Here are 5 everyday foods with more calcium than milk you should be…
A fun twist on a cheeseburger! Biting into these homemade patties will reveal a gooey, cheesy core. Assemble your cheese-stuffed burgers with plenty of tomato jam and watercress…