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    5 must-try dessert spots in Cape Town to satisfy your craving

    You’ve just finished your Sunday lunch and are thinking about how you’ve outdone yourself yet again by serving up such a delicious meal. But now your sweet tooth is nagging to be satisfied, and you’re asking yourself why you didn’t just buy that dessert you had your eye on. Luckily for you, Cape Town has some of the best dessert spots. Whether it’s a sugar fix, cookie craving or chocolate coma you’re after, your options are endless. Here are five of the best dessert spots in Cape Town for you to try: 1. Mochi Mochi by Torii: Picture: Mochi…

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    Wild Coast Sun’s weekly foodie options to tantalise the taste buds

    Classic Sunday lunch at Wild Coast Sun Traditional favourites for the whole family to enjoy! Nothing marks a lazy Sunday quite like a hearty Sunday lunch with family and friends, and Chico’s Restaurant at Wild Coast Sun offers delicious value with their three-course buffet. Put away your apron and head to the four-star beachside resort for some downtime as you enjoy starters and soups of the day, an assortment of roasts including beef, lamb and chicken, stews and curries, accompanied by salads and seasonal vegetables. Those with a sweet tooth will be rewarded with three desserts of the day, which…

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    The chilli festival brings the heat to Cape Town

    The Festival of Fire is Cape Town’s hottest chilli festival and the ultimate event for spicy food lovers. Whether you prefer your chilli mild or fiery hot, the chilli festival has just the right level of spiciness for everyone. The festival offers the perfect day out for the whole family with a variety of delectable food stalls and endless entertainment. Picture: Festival of Fire / Facebook Here’s what you can expect on the day: A variety of chilli-based products you can buy from local vendors Chilli seeds and solutions to grow your own chilli Food trucks offering up their own…

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    Word on the vine is that Brookdale’s Bistro and Tasting Room are open

    The next chapter of Brookdale Estate’s narrative takes shape in The Bistro and the Tasting Room, located on the gentle slopes of the farthest corner of vineyards and looking over a sea of vineyards and the mountainous landscape. Located in the estate’s newly established cellar, The Bistro at Brookdale is officially open for lunch from Tuesdays to Sundays and dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings. The Tasting Room is open daily from 11am to 5pm, except for Mondays, and allows visitors the opportunity to taste wines grown on the estate and vinified by winemaker Kiara Scott. Picture: VISIGRAFI / Supplied…

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    In Cape Town

    Owner of The Pot Luck Club launches new restaurant in Cape Town

    Renowned restaurateur and chef Luke Dale Roberts will be adding a new addition to his award-winning group of restaurants in March 2023. Salon Pot Luck opens its doors early next month at the Old Biscuit Mill Silo, the same building as The Pot Luck Club, another of the chef’s successful Cape Town restaurants. Guests can look forward to a menu of elaborate French-inspired canapés and curated cocktails in an old-world glamour setting that will include touches like vintage oyster trolleys and cheese trolleys. “Think “Opera cake” – chicken and duck liver parfait, with porcini and coffee or Black Forest “gateau”…

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    In Breakfast

    Our best pancake recipes for Pancake Day!

    We had to share our best pancake recipes to enjoy for Pancake Day! From sweet dessert-inspired pancakes to savoury breakfast pancakes, we’ve got a delicious collection of flopproof pancake recipes for you to choose from. Fluffy Japanese pancakes The Japanese quite literally take pancakes to new heights with this recipe. Popularly known as soufflé pancakes, these soft, cottony clouds of deliciousness melt in your mouth and make getting out of bed completely worth it. ALSO SEE: How to make fluffy Japanese pancakes Pancakes with fruit and chocolate sauce It’s hard to believe these pancakes are vegan! Ricotta…

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    Krispy Kreme® creates moments to indulge with new Magnum® range

    Krispy Kreme® is giving you 3 reasons to Indulge with their new irresistible Magnum® doubledipped, crack-in-your-mouth doughnut range. “It has been an exciting journey, co-creating the most indulgent Magnum inspired doughnuts together with the Krispy Kreme team. This collaboration truly captures our signature Magnum cracking chocolate and toppings in a doughnut and Chiller. We are ready to delight all Krispy Kreme doughnut lovers and Magnum pleasure seekers alike!” – Ant Borstlap, Senior Ice- Cream Marketing Manager Unilever South Africa. “The golden collaboration with Magnum® has allowed both brands to push partnership and innovation boundaries, to create a one-of-a-kind experience. The…

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    Strawberry toffee pops
    In Desserts

    Easy & delicious bakes

    Indulge in these luxurious guilt-free desserts. Gluten & sugar-free chocolate brownies Guilt-free chocolate brownies are the ultimate tea time treat! Elderflower & cranberry ice-pops Tart and refreshing, try these incredible guilt-free Elderflower & cranberry ice-pops, perfect for summer. Strawberry toffee pops These Strawberry toffee pops are a great and quick to put together dessert when you’re looking for something healthy to curb your chocolate craving. Chocolate love pots Tantalising and devilishly chocolatey. Berry & coconut chia puddings Enjoy these colourful and healthy berry & coconut chia puddings! ALSO SEE: Our best Sunday bakes https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/sunday-bakes

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    Wake up and get your coffee fix! This is your ultimate guide to types of coffee

    Have you ever experienced the overwhelming feeling of standing in line at a coffee shop, looking at the menu you might even be sweating a little, because there are just so many different coffees to choose from, and you don’t actually know what any of them mean! By the time you get to the counter to order, you just go with what you know, and never try anything new or different. Been there, done that! The good news is, we’re covering everything you need to know about the various coffee types. Hold on tight, we’re diving deep into getting to…

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    Gin-O-Clock with the new kid on the block

    The Gin School at the Indaba Hotel recently launched their new three-month partnership with local brand Milorho Hand Crafted Gin; Ryan Enslin discovers what this small batch gin brand is all about. The inviting tones of the Gin School welcome you upon arrival Going to the Gin School at the Indaba Hotel is always a memorable affair. The room lures you in with warm copper hues from ancient-looking stills, an array of botanicals are neatly laid out in little glass beakers, and there is more gin to satiate your gin-o-clock routine than you actually require. So when the opportunity arose to sample the new…

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    Choc-cherry coconut bars
    In Dairy-free

    Choc-cherry coconut bars

    Choc-cherry coconut bars Impress your Valentine with these delectable bars. PREP TIME 30 mins + refrigeration/freezing | MAKES 16 | GLUTEN FREE | DAIRY FREE | VEGAN  INGREDIENTS 200 g dark chocolate, roughly chopped 1 cup dried or glace cherries 3 cups desiccated coconut ½ cup golden syrup 1 tsp vanilla essence ⅓ cup melted coconut oil seed oil  METHOD GREASE and line base and sides of an 18 cm x 28 cm rectangular pan with baking paper. PLACE half the chocolate in a small heatproof bowl over a pot of gently simmering water (don’t allow bowl to…

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    Food with Chetna Makan – one of the greatest Indian cooks

    Chetna Makan is a household name – and for good reason. Ever since appearing on the Great British Bake off in 2014, Chetna has been on a steady rise to becoming a go-to cookbook author for authentic and delicious Indian cuisine. We caught up with her to chat about her upcoming book, Chetna’s Easy Baking and learn more about her inspiration when it comes to cooking and baking. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chetna Makan (@chetnamakan) How did all of this start? How did you find yourself in food? It definitely wasn’t a planned…

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    Six scrumptious Valentine’s Day gift ideas for the sweet tooth

    Have you sorted your V-Day gift yet? You can never go wrong with a bunch of sweet treats! From aphrodisiac aperitifs to big bouncy mallows, sweet biscuits, and crowd-pleaser choccies, we’ve found the goodies worth splurging for this Valentine’s Day. Let’s dive in! A Valentine’s bundle from Basilei Basilei Basilei takes confectionary to a whole new level. You can never go wrong with gifting a box of the most irresistible marshmallows around. If you opt for their Valentine’s bundle, you’ll get strawberry marshmallow and white chocolate fudge, an almond nougat, a large strawberry mallow and salted pecan caramels. Get it…

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    Valentine’s Day date night ideas for foodies

    Stuck on what to do this Valentine’s Day? Here are a few fun date ideas to spoil your loved one with this Valentine’s Day. Romantic sunset picnics at Spier Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Spier with a romantic picnic next to the Eerste River. Collect your basket filled with delicious farm-fresh food and settle down for a feast while you enjoy the sounds of romantic live music played from across the bank. Local singer/songwriter Luh’ra, with the help of her golden guitar, will provide tranquil melodies during the evening. Expect indie soul with a deep emotional feel. While the music plays…

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    In News and trends

    I Love the Dough Pizza Lights Up Taste Buds

    We visited the new I Love the Dough on Kloof street, famous for their neon lighting, catchy tunes and the freshest pizza parties in town! View this post on Instagram A post shared by I LOVE THE DOUGH (@ilovethedoughct) Beams of Cape Town summer sun stream in through the windows, adding a warm glow to the bright neon pink hue of the restaurant. As I sit down for dinner with my sister, a classic golden oldie booms from the DJ booth, I do a little wiggle in my seat. The longer I sit, the more I feel like I…

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