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    Treat yourself to a foodie escape for under R500

    Treat yourself to some summer foodie escapes! We’re sharing our four best deals for gourmet foodie experiences – all for under R500. Whether you’re looking for a massage paired with tapas or a three course dinner at a luxurious hotel, we’re sharing all the details with you. Massage and tapas package Enjoy a massage and tapas package at The Sugar Hotel in Green Point. A 60 minute massage and a tasting tapas platter – what more could we ask for? You can choose from a vegetarian; seafood; or meat, chicken and pork platter. Save 52% on this lavish deal and…

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    How to make Slice & bake biscuits
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    How to make Slice & bake biscuits

    How to make Slice & bake biscuits No need to laboriously roll out dough and cut out cookies, these slice-and-bake biscuits save on time and effort. Pick from 4 scrumptious flavour options to make a cookie for every craving!  TOTAL TIME 1 hour 30 min + refrigeration | MAKES 48  INGREDIENTS 250 g Butter 1 ¼ cups, plus 1 tbsp extra, Icing sugar 2 tsp Vanilla essence 2 cups Flour ½ cup Rice flour ⅓ cup Cornflour 2 tbsp Milk METHOD BEAT butter, sugar and vanilla together in a bowl until pale and fluffy. Stir in combined sifted flours, in two batches, then milk until…

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    Things to do this Halloween that aren’t trick-or-treating

    It’s less than two weeks to go until Halloween 2022, the spookiest night of the year! Don’t feel like trick-or-treating but scratching your head as to how you can make the most of the day? We’ve put together a couple of fun things you can do this Halloween that aren’t trick-or-treating. Host a murder mystery evening Figure out whodunnit and get in the spooky spirit by organising a murder mystery evening. Throw a costume party Dressing up is one of the most fun parts of Halloween! Host a great Halloween-themed party with a costume contest, spooky finger foods and more. Bake some…

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    Brinjal Bolognese bake
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    Brinjal Bolognese bake

    Brinjal Bolognese bake This Brinjal Bolognese bake is the perfect weeknight meal! TOTAL TIME 1 hour 45 min| SERVES 4  INGREDIENTS BOLOGNESE SAUCE 1 tbsp Olive oil 1 Large brown onion, chopped 1 Red bell pepper, coarsely chopped 1 Green bell pepper, coarsely chopped 1 2 Garlic cloves, minced 2 250g Beef mince 1 tbsp Tomato paste ½ cup Dry red wine 400g Canned chopped tomatoes 2 tbsp Coarsely chopped fresh basil ASSEMBLE 2 Brinjals, cut into 2mm-thick slices 200g Baby spinach leaves ¾ cup Fresh ricotta 1 Egg white ½ cup Coarsely grated mozzarella ¼ cup Coarsely grated parmesan-style cheese METHOD BOLOGNESE SAUCE HEAT oil in a pot over medium heat. Cook onion,…

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    Fudgey sweet potato brownies
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    Fudgey sweet potato brownies

    Fudgey sweet potato brownie  PREP TIME 30 min | COOK TIME 1 hour | MAKES 14  Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Vegan INGREDIENTS 1 orange sweet potato (400g), roughly chopped 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds 180g 70% dark chocolate, roughly chopped 1 cup caster sugar 2 tsp vanilla essence 2 tbsp cocoa powder 1 cup almond flour ¼ tsp bicarbonate of soda ¼ cup chopped almonds For the avocado icing 1 large ripe avocado 2 tbsp cocoa powder 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted 2 tbsp pure maple syrup METHOD PLACE sweet potato in a pot with enough cold…

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    WATCH: coffee, cake and cat cuddles at Africa’s first cat café
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    WATCH: coffee, cake and cat cuddles at Africa’s first cat café

    WATCH: coffee, cake and cat cuddles at Africa’s first cat café South Africa’s first cat café is rescuing feline friends from the Western Cape and giving them a special home where cat-lovers can visit them. And while you’re there, you can stock up on all sorts of cute cat goodies and humans can enjoy tasty treats. WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zs8fuRVkrRQ Local resident and retired academic, Valerie Steinmann, spent the best part of the last 20 years travelling the world. It was in Thun, Switzerland that she came across “a true cat lover’s shop”. Enchanted by her discovery, Valerie’s passion for “all things…

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    Sonny and Irene Restaurant Opens in Sea Point

    Sea Point welcomes Sonny and Irene to the neighbourhood The Kove Collection’s newest restaurant offers a nostalgic, yet contemporary dining experience. Just in time for the summer season, Sea Point’s newest experience to excite local foodies, Sonny and Irene, has opened its doors. Crafted by The Kove Collection, the local gem showcases everything that the group has become known for – stylish and contemporary interiors, a menu packed with delicious dishes and drinks, and a buzzing vibe. Affectionately named after Paul Kovensky’s grandparents, this timeless venue communicates a sentimental nod to the past in a modern fresh way. Pink pastel…

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    Breadsong, a cookbook by Kitty Tait

    The redemptive power of baking Kitty Tait was a bubbly, full-of-life 14-year old girl until she started struggling with depression and anxiety. After trying every activity that her parents suggested to help get their daughter to smile, her dad Alex baked a bread. That small moment changed everything for Kitty, and she notes how the colours, sounds and smells of a simple dough was magically transformed – ultimately grabbing her attention and slowly pulling her out of her slump. One loaf quickly turned into an obsession and Kitty started to find a way out of the terrible place she was…

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    Kickass Kitchen Hacks That Change Your Life

    From managing food waste to prepping more efficiently, these are our kickass kitchen hacks for this month. Kitchen hacks #1 -3 How to make pineapple flowers Preheat the oven to 95ºC. Cut the ends off a large pineapple and carefully slice off the tough skin. Using the potato eye remover on a vegetable peeler, remove the brown eyes form the pineapple. Slice the pineapple into very thin discs using a mandoline or sharp knife. Pat the slices dry with a paper towel. Space the slices evenly on a wire rack placed in a baking tray. Dry out in the oven…

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    Rosé Champagne chiffon cake recipe
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    Rosé Champagne chiffon cake

    Rosé Champagne chiffon cake is the pinnacle of dessert elegance. It might look intimidating and take a little effort, but is definitely worth it! It’s one of the lightest and most delicious cakes you’ll ever taste, and is absolutely perfect for the end of a festive dinner. Rosé Champagne Chiffon Cake INGREDIENTS Cake 12 eggs, separated 300g castor sugar 10ml (2 tsp) vanilla extract 180g cake flour, sifted French buttercream 100g sugar 400ml rosé Champagne/MCC/sparkling wine 500g unsalted butter, softened 6 eggs few drops pink food colouring To serve peach jam, to spread gold-dusted roses, to garnish Christmas decorations, to…

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    5 recipes books you must read!
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    5 recipe books that are a must-read!

    Take a look at our 5 recipe books that are a must read! Our cookbook corner cannot be complete without a look at some of these cookbooks that caught our eye! Words by Fatima Saib Paul Hollywood Bake With over 10 years of experience judging the top UK baking shows, Paul Hollywood has finally released his most delectable book yet. From pillowy soft bread to cakes and savoury bakes, Hollywood is intentional about sharing a recipe for everyone. Both amateur and pro bakers will find delight in his array of recipes, including his twist on the nostalgic – like a white…

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    Bacon and egg toast cups

    Bacon and egg toast cups Celebrate international Bacon day with Eskort and these delicious Bacon and egg toast cups. Shake up the traditional bacon and egg breakfast by serving it in a delicious breakfast cup. This quick and easy recipe is a great option for an on-the go-breakfast before school INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted for brushing on the outside of the bread 8 slices white bread 6 slices streaky bacon 6 large eggs Coarse salt and ground pepper Micro herbs Spray and cook 6-hole muffin tin Rolling pin Brush to brush butter on the bread Large round cookie…

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    Managing food waste
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    HACKED! Managing your food waste

    From managing food waste to prepping more efficiently, these are our top kitchen tricks. WORDS BY KIRSTY BUCHANAN How to make pineapple flowers Preheat the oven to 95°C. Cut the ends off a large pineapple and slice off the tough skin. Using the potato eye remover on a vegetable peeler, remove the brown eyes from the pineapple. Slice pineapple into very thin discs using a mandoline or sharp knife. Pat slices dry with paper towel. Space slices evenly on a wire rack placed in a baking tray. Dry out in the oven for 2-3 hours, turning a few times, until…

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    Sweet treats for an afternoon tea party

    Get out your special china tea set, tiered cake stand and silver spoons – it’s time for some tea! Enjoy an afternoon tea with friends in the dappled sunlight under the trees with this picturesque range of floral and fruity sweet treats. Chocolate custard tarts with fresh berries These cute-as-a-button creamy chocolate custard tarts are quick to put together and are a deliciously decadent addition to an afternoon tea. Rosewater meringue kisses These pretty meringue kisses are light, crisp and sweet. Enjoy them as is or sandwich together with a luxurious raspberry and white chocolate ganache. Mini…

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    7 tips for beautiful food photography

    Whether you’re an aspiring food blogger, influencer or enthusiastic food explorer, these food photography tips will help you capture the perfect shot. There is something about the visual presentation of a stacked gourmet burger dripping with sauce, or garlic butter melting over a perfectly prepared fillet of fish that gets your audience salivating and engaged. A picture tells a story. Food photography has become increasingly popular on social media, which abounds with shots of delicious dinners prepared at home, healthy lunches to be savoured at the office, or a decadent dessert at the best coffee shop in town. Want to…

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