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    Cake pops Looking for a fun party treat to serve at your next birthday or festive occasion? Try these cheerful cake pops! INGREDIENTS Store-bought or homemade sponge cake (any flavour of your choosing) Store-bought or homemade icing (any flavour of your choosing) 2 bars of white chocolate (if you’re planning to colour the chocolate) Food colouring (optional) Sprinkles of your choice Cake pop sticks or skewers METHOD Break the cooled cake into a bowl, until it resembles rough breadcrumb like constancy. Add some of the icing and stir until the mixture resembles wet sand – the mixture must not…

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    Tea lovers, have you discovered these 4 tea shops in Cape Town?

    In the West, coffee and wine have conquered the beverage industry. But in the East, it is tea that holds the highest esteem in the day-to-day rituals of its people. In comparison to this centuries-old custom, the tea drinking culture in South Africa is still quite young, but Cape Town seems to be catching on. Here are four gems in Cape Town that every tea lover simply has to visit Nigiro Tea Café Do you remember that little tea café called O’ways that used to be outside Cavendish Centre? The spot is still pretty vibrant thanks to the neighbouring…

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    Can you handle the heat with these extra spicy challenges?

    Johnny Hexburg‘s comprehensive collection of proudly South African artisanal chilli sauces has grown from a simple evolution of a local farmers market’s not-so-hot hot sauce offering in 2016 to become Africa’s leader in handcrafted homemade hot sauces. Using the world’s hottest chillies, the couple-owned home business has since expanded to making a range of extra spicy snacks and sweets designed as game challenges, which have quickly captured Cape Town’s attention. One Cup Chug Challenge Everyone loves a good chugging game; why else would it have become the stereotypical ingredient in most American high school or college-themed films? But when it’s…

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    Easter celebrations
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    7 countries that celebrate Easter differently to South Africa

    Easter is either a time of reflection for those in the Christian faith or an excuse for many to get chocolate-wasted. As South Africans, we also look forward to the long weekend that often sees an invasion of GP number plates in the country’s coastal towns. No matter the tradition, Easter is the big sigh of relief in the first quarter of the year that we all need. Although celebrations may vary among families in South Africa, here is how some nations across the globe observe the holiday in colourful, epic and sometimes weird ways. 1. Germany Picture: Flickr Commons/ Günter…

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    Let’s welcome 2023’s avocado season!

    On Friday the 3rd of March 2023 we attended the avocado season launch hosted by the South African Avocado Growers Association. The event took place at Upper Union Restaurant in Cape Town. The restaurant’s aesthetic was on brand for the event with its different shades of green. READ MORE: Stylish eatery Upper Union to open in Kloof Street Upon arrival, we were served avocado margaritas to sip on while mingling with the other attendees. We were welcomed by CEO Mr Derek Donkin who gave us a brief talk about avocados. In this avo season, we will be spoilt with dark skin…

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    Milk Beach ice creams
    In Cape Town

    Milk Beach transforms ice cream into delectable art

    Ice cream and the beach are two things that have always gone hand in hand. There is something about being by the ocean with the sun shining down and the sound of the waves crashing in the background that makes ice cream taste even better. For one family, this was a tradition they cherished after their surfing outings. It was this love of ice cream and the beach that led to the creation of Milk Beach Ice Cream. Picture: Milk Beach Ice Cream in Muizenburg – Instagram Located on one of the most beautiful beaches in Cape Town, this ice…

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    Fresh new menu for Maslow as Sandton hotel marks first decade of operation

    It’s been a decade since the beautiful Maslow hotel in Sandton opened its doors to welcome guests to what remains a tranquil garden environment in the midst of the country’s biggest financial district. As part of its 10-year celebrations, the hotel’s dining options for the Lacuna Bistro, Bar and room service have enjoyed a refresh, with Executive Chef Omar Menhouk and his kitchen teams working for months to refine new dishes. While familiar favourites like the Durban chicken curry and meat platter remain to please regular guests, Menhouk has tapped into his Algerian heritage, the countries he has worked in…

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    Essential appliances for small kitchens

    Trying to fit larger, more cumbersome appliances into a smaller kitchen space can cause endless frustration. But the thing is, those days are over – or, at least, they can be. From hybrid wonders to compact alternatives, you really can make the most out of smaller spaces. Here we’ll give you a rundown of need-to-have appliances that will be right at home no matter how cosy your kitchen. Believe the air fryer hype By now you will have run into a few enthusiastic air fryer converts… And while it may be easy to dismiss the hype around these nifty gadgets, you absolutely…

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    Beluga Restaurant Cape Town
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    Beluga promises sophistication, consistency and exclusive views

    Beluga is not just any port in a storm; it’s serving up a storm in a port. Beluga exceeds expectations at its new digs, located in Cape Town’s contemporary cruise port on the outskirts of the V&A Waterfront. It will satisfy your cravings for classic favourites while also tantalising your palate with exciting new additions. Industrial views of Cape Town’s harbour complement the refined whisky bar, wine-tasting section, sushi conveyor belt, a la carte menu and elegant dining area. Picture: Beluga Cape Town / Facebook Beluga opened its doors in Green Point’s The Foundry in 2000, serving a Euro-Asian fusion…

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    POPCO popsicles
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    Local popsicle brand is taking South Africa by storm

    Heaven on a stick! A world-class ice cream and sorbet popsicle brand is taking SA by storm (and it’s low on calories, low on sugar, and made with real fruit and zero colourants). Didi and Tim Deane are the dynamic duo behind a rapidly scaling business that brings joy to customers (young and old) and showcases all the delicious fruit and ingredients we are so lucky to have here in South Africa. Their sorbet and ice cream brand POPCO has grown rapidly since its inception in 2018 and is now stocked in more than 150 outlets countrywide. And the volumes being…

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    Melon salad with lime and mint crushed ice
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    Melon salad with lime and mint crushed ice

    Melon salad with lime and mint crushed ice A refreshing and guilt-free dessert. PREP TIME 15 min | SERVES 4  INGREDIENTS ½ large pineapple, peeled and thinly sliced ½ spanspek, peeled and thinly sliced 1.2 kg seedless watermelon, peeled and thinly sliced ¼ cup mint leaves For the lime and mint crushed ice ⅓ cup finely chopped mint 2 tbsp icing sugar 1 tbsp lime juice 2 cups ice cubes METHOD LAYER fruit in serving bowls. For the lime and mint crushed ice JUST before serving, blend or process all ingredients together until the ice is crushed.…

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    Labia theatre Cape Town
    In Cape Town

    The Labia Theatre: Cape Town’s little secret cinephile garden

    Why reinvent the wheel when it works so well? Dinner and a movie is a combination that will never go out of style. So for your next date night, solo-date, or night out with the besties, why not enjoy soul-warming movies at Cape Town’s very own little secret cinephile garden, the Labia Theatre? With its antique feel and cosy atmosphere, it’s the perfect portal to get lost in worlds that are not our own. Step into the past with old-fashioned ticket stubs, popcorn in a brown paper packet and a Coca-Cola in a glass bottle. Hopeless romantics can buy dinner-and-a-movie tickets…

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    In Cape Town

    Limoncello Ristorante is Noordhoek’s own slice of Italian cuisine

    If you’re an avid foodie in Cape Town, you more than likely frequented Limoncello Ristorante Pizzeria in Gardens. For 12 years it was much loved by locals and tourists alike. Celebrated for its authentic Southern Italian cuisine, Luca and Cecilia Castiglione re-opened Limoncello in 2019. Today, you can find Limoncello nestled under Chapmans Peak in Noordhoek with beautiful mountain and sea views. Limoncello’s story When Luca and Cecilia moved to Noordhoek, they fell in love with the venue that currently houses Limoncello Ristorante. They promised that if they were ever to re-open Limoncello it would be right there with stunning views…

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    TikTok food trends
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    Our pick of TikTok’s best foodie trends to try – with recipes!

    It’s no secret that TikTok has influenced our foodie choices over the past year or so. We’ve used milk frothers to whip our butter, we’ve hunted down the nearest mochi, placed our online orders for crystal candy, and tried a slew of new recipes we wouldn’t ever have come across if it weren’t for our beloved FYP’s (For You Pages). In celebration of all the fabulous foodie trends we’ve tacked onto, we’re jumping down the wormhole to give you an overview of some of the standout foodie trends that have washed up on our FYP’s so far. Let’s dive. Whipped…

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    Local is lekker: Shoprite launches Homegrown to boost local brands

    Shoprite, South Africa’s largest retailer, is giving local, emerging businesses a much-needed opportunity to break into the retail market through its introduction of Homegrown. Homegrown is the name of Shoprite’s new exclusive private-label product range that is 100% produced and sourced from local small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs). This follows the 2022 launch of its business division, Shoprite Next Capital, dedicated to empowering and growing local, commercially viable SMMEs. The new product range is believed to create a significant platform for these organisations to gain access to new customer markets, increase turnover, and provide additional jobs for local communities. The…

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