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    South African chef Shanon Peters is cooking up something big—this time on an international scale. The Strandfontein-born chef has just been appointed head chef of Gordon Ramsay’s first restaurants in the Philippines, bringing world-class flavour and local heart to the table. The two new spots—Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips and Gordon Ramsay Street Burger—are set to open side-by-side on the tropical island of Cebu. Shanon’s role? Everything from handpicking top-quality ingredients and fine-tuning the menus, to training the kitchen teams to match the global brand’s high standards. Shanon’s journey began humbly in Cape Town in 2008 when he started shadowing…

    Why just watch a movie when you can eat your way through it too? Whether you’re hosting a film night, or snuggling up on the couch with your loved ones, here are 10 movie night food ideas to turn your living room into a cinematic feast. Cosy up, press play, and dig in! 10 at-home movie experiences 1. Fantasy feasts Movie inspo: Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, The Chronicles of Narnia, Life of Pi, Pirates of the Carribean Menu idea: Think hearty, magical, and medieval Recipe ideas: Classic roast chicken (don’t forget the ‘tater’s precious), shepard’s pie, veggie ragu,…

    Why is zero-waste cooking so important? Food waste is a grave and concerning issue. Imagine walking out of the grocery store with three full bags of food and dropping one straight into the bin. That’s essentially what happens globally every day. Over 30% (around 2.5 billion tons) of global food supplies end up in landfills yearly. At home, 10 million tons of South African food supplies are wasted yearly. Fruits and vegetables account for a significant portion of this waste, with around 2 million tons discarded due to superficial reasons like bruises and other imperfections. What is considered food waste?…

    With the first term and the summer holidays behind us, the school routine is officially back in full swing: early mornings, packed lunches, the works. And if you’re anything like most parents, you’re probably already searching for fresh lunchbox inspiration for term two. So, what’s the secret to packing a nutritious, quick-to-make lunch that actually gets eaten? Simple — it’s as easy as A-B-C… Eggs. Why eggs deserve a spot in every lunchbox Eggs are one of nature’s most versatile and nutrient-dense foods, perfect for growing bodies and busy school days. They’re rich in high-quality protein, vitamin D, B vitamins…

    As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, autumn brings with it a unique charm and a golden opportunity for gardeners to prepare their gardens for the upcoming winter. Embracing the beauty of Autumn, here are some indispensable tips and ideas to keep your garden vibrant and thriving during this transitional season. 1. Clean Up the Garden Begin by giving your garden a thorough clean-up. Remove any spent annuals, fallen leaves, and dead plant material. This not only helps in maintaining a tidy appearance but also prevents the spread of diseases and pests. The GARDENA range of cleaning…

    The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), the ocean not-for-profit responsible for the world’s leading sustainable seafood ecolabel, has launched its Ocean Cookbook 2025. The free digital cookbook brings together chefs from all over the world to create a collection of healthy, delicious everyday recipes that tell a sustainability story about the seafood we all love.  On local soil (or water?), our very own Chef Naledi Toona has happily stepped into her role as MSC’s campaign ambassador for a third year in a row. The South African rendition of the cookbook features whitefish – that is hake, haddock and cape whiting as…