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    Where to tickle your sweet tooth in Cape Town

    The foodie scene in the Mother City is both a blessing and a curse. Blessed with mouth-watering gourmet dishes served by some of the best chefs in South Africa with local flavours that range from braai to Cape Malay. Cursed with the idea that there’s simply too many options to choose from. After a lip-smacking lunch or dinner sampling Cape Town’s finest cuisines, ending a meal with something sweet might even be considered mandatory, according to the foodies. And while Cape Town is bursting with an endless list of world-class restaurants, it’s the dessert scene that really has our sweet…

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    The joys of Easter for all

    From traditional Easter egg hunts to more modern celebrations, there are countless ways to enjoy the holiday. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly activities or ways to unwind, there’s something for everyone this Easter season. One popular activity is Easter egg decorating. It’s a classic way to get into the holiday spirit, and with the rise of DIY culture, there are countless creative ways to decorate eggs. From using natural dyes to incorporating unique materials like colourful feathers. For those looking to indulge their sweet tooth, Easter treats are a must-try. From chocolate bunnies such as the Lindt Gold Bunny donned…

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    Hotels in Cape Town serving Easter Sunday feasts this weekend

    As Easter Sunday approaches, Cape Town hotels are preparing to serve a feast fit for the occasion to both visitors and locals. From traditional hot cross buns to sumptuous roast meats and decadent chocolate treats, here are some hotels in Cape Town that serve Easter Sunday feasts, so you can make the most of this special time of year. As Easter Sunday approaches, many families and friends are looking for unique ways to commemorate the occasion. And what better way to do so than with a lavish feast at a luxurious Cape Town hotel? There’s bound to be a hotel…

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    Easter desserts to indulge in over the long weekend

    There’s no shortage of chocolate treats over Easter but if you’re looking for something homemade and made with love, take a look at some of our best Easter dessert recipes. Which one is on your must-make list? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram. Chocolate-coated caramel marshmallow Easter eggs These chocolate-coated marshmallow Easter eggs are even better than the store-bought version. Marshmallow Easter egg rocky road These marshmallow Easter egg rocky road squares will make you lick your fingers for days. Giant gooey Easter egg cookie Nothing says hoppy Easter like this giant Easter egg cookie! Rose…

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    Egg-citing Easter events in Cape Town you don’t want to miss

    With Easter just around the corner, Cape Town is gearing up for a range of exciting events that are sure to keep locals and visitors alike entertained over the long weekend. From egg hunts to family activities and delicious food, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in the city. Start planning your long weekend and make the most of all the fun and festivities. Here are some of the Easter events you don’t want to miss: Special Easter show at The Galileo This Easter, the Galileo Open Air Cinema is bringing an exciting open-air movie experience to the Six Gun Grill Newlands…

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    Air France presents its new spring menu on board its long-haul La Première and Business cabins

    From March to June 2023, on departure from Paris, Air France offers a new series of exceptional dishes to be exclusively enjoyed on board its long-haul La Première and Business cabins. The company is teaming up with a high-flying trio of chefs – Mauro Colagreco, Angelo Musa and Régis Marcon – to showcase French haute cuisine on board its flights. To design these menus, the chefs have worked alongside Servair, a global leader in in-flight catering, to create a selection of dishes, focusing on fresh, seasonal and local produce. As part of its commitment to a more responsible catering offer, the red meat, poultry, milk products…

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    4 of the best luxury Easter treats for the sweet tooth to savour

    Easter is fast approaching, and it’s nearly the time we gorge ourselves on chocolates and marshmallow eggs. What better way to indulge in the holiday spirit than by treating yourself to some luxurious Easter goodies that would make even the Easter Bunny jealous? Save the standard chocolate bunnies for the kids and hide these high-end, bougie Easter treats away for yourself. Let’s drool over four of the most decadent, indulgent, and downright delicious Easter treats money can buy. You can thank us later… For the liquorice lover If you love a Scandinavian inspired liquorice, Lakrids will become your go-to easter…

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    Sushi restaurants in Cape Town: From the seaboard to the suburbs

    Sushi has become many Capetonians’ preferred food to enjoy while dining out; maybe because it’s not easy to make at home or maybe because you’ll find a variety of top-rated sushi restaurants, from traditional Japanese eateries to modern fusion spots, throughout the City. Whether you’re a sushi connoisseur who knows how to work a set of chopsticks or a fussy eater who doesn’t venture beyond a go-to list of firm favourites, you’ll find the best sushi restaurants in Cape Town. These restaurants in Cape Town have mastered the Japanese art of creating sushi. 1. Kyoto Garden  Picture: @kyotogardenct / Instagram Starting…

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    A celebration of Easter at Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront

    Take a glimpse of Radisson Blu Hotel’s Easter celebration buffet menu. We were lucky enough to be invited to a daytime teaser of Radisson Blu Hotel’s Easter inspired buffet lunch menu – and what a treat it was! The hotel is set on the banks of Cape Town’s Atlantic Ocean, which takes care of beautiful sea views while dining and the chance to take a stroll on the pier which is a mere few steps away from where you are seated. Their exciting Easter celebration is set to take place on 9 April 2023, and we had the opportunity to…

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    Enjoy an exclusive (and affordable) fine-dining experience at Urchin Restaurant

    We recently visited the new restaurant on the block: Urchin. This beautiful restaurant opened just 3 months ago with a modern, classy look that’s the perfect aesthetic for a relaxed night out. We were warmly welcomed by friendly and helpful staff who made us feel at home and excited for this unique fine dining experience. We ordered their sushi platter – which was absolutely amazing – followed by their set three course special for only R649. Each dish on the menu was carefully created by Chef Gerard Van Staden exclusively for our partner in great savings – Daddy’s Deals. https://daddysdeals.co.za/deals/cape-town/vouchers/a-three-course-meal-and-a-glass-of-wine-at-urchin-restaurant/…

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    Stand the chance to win a Simply Granola hamper! [CLOSED]

    Stand the chance to win a hamper from Simply Granola valued at R450 for Easter! Congratulations to our lucky winner Dieter van Es! Simply Granola has been making their mark in granola land since 2016 and we’re here for their delicious ranges of consciously created products with trademark aesthetic packaging. Their limited edition Speckle & Spice (speculaas flavoured and laced with pieces of easter eggs) Easter range hits the spot on both the indulgent and chocolate side of things and is a must-have this Easter season. The prize contains: 2 Speckle & Spice granola 1 carton Easter eggs 1 honey…

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    Book a cake smash photoshoot to capture the sweetest moments of baby’s first birthday

    Cake smash photo shoots are a fun and memorable way to celebrate your baby’s first birthday. You can expect adorable photos that capture the moment of your little one smashing and playing with their birthday cake – something we all wish we could do. If you’re looking to book a cake smash photo shoot for an upcoming first birthday celebration, we’ve got just the deal for you. For just R549 (a saving of 27%!) you can book a 1 hour cake smash photoshoot – cake and décor included – with Danja Kohler from Signature Photography in Cape Town. https://daddysdeals.co.za/deals/cape-town/vouchers/a-1-hour-cake-smash-shoot-with-cake-and-decor-in-cape-town/ Grab…

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    Mochi Mochi: It’s so delicious, you have to say it twice

    Whether you’re an avid Japanese dessert enthusiast or simply looking to try something new, we’ve got some news for you. South Africa’s first mochi (pronounced mow-chee) café has found an oh-so-kawaii (which means cute in Japanese) new home in Cape Town’s city centre. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cape {town} Etc (@capetownetc) The inception of Mochi Mochi began as a pop-up within Tjing Tjing, the Mother City’s much-loved Japanese restaurant and rooftop bar. The explosion of new Japanese flavour and texture combinations soon became an instant hit and the idea for a mochi café was born. Picture:…

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    New Executive Chef at the helm of The Palace kitchens

    Dedication and passion for the hospitality industry have seen Wesli Jacobs climbing the cheffing ladder, and the 33-year-old can now proudly claim the position of Executive Chef at Sun International’s flagship property, The Palace at the Lost City. Durban-born Jacobs cooked alongside his mother and grandmother from the age of seven, and holds a three-year diploma in cookery and kitchen management from the International Hotel School in Durban and is studying a bachelor’s degree in business administration in hospitality management. He was previously Executive Chef at Sun International’s The Table Bay Hotel in Cape Town, and moved to Sun City…

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    The surprising differences between light and dark roast coffee

    Coffee is unanimously the drink of choice when it comes to morning beverages. If you’re like us, you can’t start your day until you’ve had your coffee. Though most of us love and would go to great lengths for that first morning cuppa, some of us still aren’t clued up on the varieties of coffee, and how they differ from one another. That’s what we’re getting into today! One of the most common ways to differentiate coffee is by the roast level. There are two primary roast levels: light and dark. While both types of coffee are made from the…

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