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    Lower your sugar intake with 4 healthy alternatives

    Indulging in more sugary treats than usual over the festive time is completely normal. However, too much sugar isn’t good for anyone’s health. If only the part of our brains that craves sugary goodness would listen! Staying away from sugar completely, especially when healthier versions exist, isn’t exactly a good idea either. Going cold turkey and eliminating all sugar from your daily food intake usually leads to increased binge eating. So where’s the middle ground? A healthy way to keep a check on your sugar cravings, is to opt for natural sugar-rich foods that will give you ‘that fix’ but…

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    Fine dining and breathtaking views at Jordan Restaurant

    On a lazy Sunday afternoon I found myself at Jordan Restaurant with some family friends. Little did I know that it would be an experience worth writing about. Fine dining at its…finest. For lack of a better word. From a beautiful soft aesthetic, stunning views, and innovative meals, it was a visit to remember. Modern yet traditional aesthetic Upon arrival I was intrigued by the décor. Beautiful branded stoneware that softened the atmosphere and instilled a sense of calm once seated. A hint of what was yet to come. The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable, which made the whole meal…

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    6 festive foods that are toxic to dogs

    Keep your fur friends safe this festive season and avoid giving your doggos these 6 foods that are toxic to dogs. Stuffing is often made with loads of salt as well as onion and garlic – both of which are toxic to dogs. Mince pies often contain raisins, currants or sultanas, which are toxic to dogs – as are grapes in fresh form. Christmas cake is toxic to dogs too due to raisins, currants or sultanas. Nuts like macadamia nuts or chestnuts are also harmful to dogs. Blue cheeses due to the mould and fungus that can make your dog…

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    Ina Paarman’s favourite recipes and her everlasting impact on South African food

    Ina Paarman started her iconic journey in 1982 with the opening of her cookery school from her home’s garage. Seven years later, after the incredible success of the cookery school, her son Graham Paarman suggested that they turn her expansive cooking knowledge into what would become a truly loved South African brand. “Why don’t we go into business together? You can cook, and I can count!” – Graham Paarman Ina Paarman believes that food has the ability to create memorable moments that make life worth living. A philosophy that comes through in all the homestyle products that Paarman Foods creates.…

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    Inverroche bespoke gin and Bee&Bee’s

    Most of you might have seen or heard about the award winning Inverroche gin. We were invited to the home of Inverroche, in Still Bay, a small town just outside of George in the Western Cape. We went on a tour of the Still Bay area and experienced all the Inverroche distillery had to offer. About Inverroche Inverroche is a French inspired gin that is not only award winning, but also known for its distinct flavour and unique packaging. Founder Lorna Scott studied gin and decided to start her own gin brand inspired by nature. Inverroche gin is mostly made…

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    2-minute choc chip cookies

    2-minute chocolate chip microwave cookies These 2-minute chocolate chip microwave cookies are super easy to make and are the perfect snack to get your household into the holiday spirit. These cookies are sure to steal Father Christmas’s heart, and they couldn’t be easier to make. Makes 2 cookies – double or triple the recipe if you’d like to increase the number of cookies. INGREDIENTS ¼ cup (40 g) plain flour 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 tbsp caster sugar 1 egg yolk pinch of salt 1 tbsp butter, softened ¼ tsp vanilla 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips METHOD Place…

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    Dessert recipes for summer

    The summer season is well and truly here, so in order to make the most of the delicious seasonal produce of this time of year, here is a roundup of great desserts that you have to make this summer. Cakes White chocolate and guava cake Litchi-mousse no-bake cheesecake Pistachio & apricot baklava cake Tarts Grape and peach tarte Tatin Nectarine roses Spiced citrus crème caramel with honeyed grapes Puddings Sticky pumpkin and apricot pudding Roasted nectarines with amaretti crumble Mango & coconut meringue pots Frozen desserts Hawaiian guava and condensed-milk ice cream Frozen watermelon Christmas tree lollies 3-ingredient mango sorbet…

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    Booze-free tiramisu

    This festive season, South African’s can celebrate with Lyre’s, the world’s most awarded, ‘impossibly crafted’ premium quality non-alcoholic spirits’ brand. The range gives the perfect elevated drink experience whether gifting or serving as part of any occasion. Whether it’s for loved ones, in-laws, or just fixing up yours truly, you’ll find Lyre’s non-alcoholic spirits a rather advent-ageous gift option. Booze-free tiramisu Try this alcohol-free tiramisu recipe, which uses Lyre’s Coffee Originale and Lyre’s American Malt to give you the same flavour but with none of the booze. INGREDIENTS  180 ml black coffee (preferably espresso) 40 g castor sugar 60 ml *Lyre’s…

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    Turn those festive moments into memories with LANCEWOOD® Cream Cheese

    Make entertaining look easy and add a little ‘mmm’ to your festive menu with LANCEWOOD®’s versatile and award-winning cream cheese. Rich, creamy and utterly irresistible, South Africa’s favourite cream cheese is equally delicious spread on bread and crackers, baked into savoury dishes and added to sweet treats. Available in a range of flavours and snack-friendly formats, LANCEWOOD® Cream Cheese is the ultimate get-together go-to, and a must-have ingredient in your fridge this festive season. Whether you’re looking to create a show-stopping dessert, an indulgent main or a simple yet scrumptious snack platter, you can’t go wrong with South Africa’s most…

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    Enjoy a French dining experience in Pretoria – plus our best French-inspired recipes

    How about a French-themed date night to enjoy with the one you love? In Pretoria, you can get a 3-course meal (for two) of gourmet French cuisine for just R989 until the 17th of December 2022. That’s a saving of 24%! Brasserie de Paris is a contemporary French restaurant that serves French-inspired à la carte and has an innovative international tasting menu. Prepare for an elegant, intimate atmosphere paired with good food and a French dining experience. Take a look at what’s on the menu here. You don’t want to miss out on this delicious selection of French cuisine. Grab…

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    Vegan & vegetarian Christmas dishes

    The traditional Christmas meal is often centred around meat, leaving vegetarians and vegans to make-do with a hardly handful of starters or side dishes (or sometimes nothing at all)! If you are catering for someone who doesn’t eat meat, or simply want to try and incorporate more plant-based foods into your Christmas cooking, we have put together some suggestions for meat-free dishes to serve this festive season. Starters Spinach and ricotta Christmas tree Baked Camembert with honey-roasted grapes, almonds and puff-pastry shards Baked vegan feta Spinach, Blue Cheese and Walnut Puffs Mains Beet Wellington with balsamic reduction Whole baked cauliflower…

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    Allesverloren Wine Estate celebrates 150-year milestone

    Allesverloren Wine Estate this year marks a truly rare and historic milestone, celebrating with the release of a new wine. It was 150 years ago that the Malan Family acquired the land that has been under its custodianship ever since. A host of pioneering successes was set in motion, including high-level representation in directing South Africa’s wine industry for many years; the establishment of Portuguese wine grape varieties in South Africa; and, the establishment of one of the most beloved global wine brands. This year also marks the end of Allesverloren’s successful 53-year distribution contract with Distillers Corporation, now Distell.…

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    Win with Waterford Estate! [CLOSED]

    Enter now and stand a chance to win a wine safari with Waterford Estate valued at R15 000 for you and five friends. Congratulations to the lucky winner Martie Rossouw! Down the gravel driveway, citrus orchards on either side set the tone for what’s behind the iconic, grand entrance. Waterford Estate has truly earned its reputation as one of the South African greats with award-winning wines that speak for themselves and a wine experience that has elevated the world-class standard while offering genuine South-African hospitality at its absolute finest.  Driven by passion- this is a place where renowned wines are…

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    WHAT’S ON: Summer has started at Waterford Estate

    Summer-style wines, festive gifting and on-site offerings aplenty: Waterford Estate is the place to be this summer. Perfectly timed with the start of December and South Africa’s favourite season, Waterford Estate is proud to share their selection of summer-style wines with visitors from both near and far.  Summer-style wines Proudly offering an estate collection including crowd favourites like the Waterford Rose-Mary – an elegant incarnation of a Blanc de Noir made with Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Malbec, Cinsaut, Tempranillo and Sangiovese cultivars and ideal for the sunny days to follow.  For lovers of Chenin blanc, the ‘Waterford Old Vine Chenin blanc’ boasts grapes…

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    Thoughtful DIY Gifts

    Making gifts by hand is a cost-effective way to show your loved ones how much you care this festive season. Here, we’ve put together some ideas for thoughtful DIY gifts that you can make for friends and family this Christmas. Homemade cookies Put together a box of iced Christmas cookies, shortbread stars, or just a selection of your favourites as a gift for friends or family. Add some extra festive feeling to the box by wrapping the cookies in red and white ribbon and putting some Christmas chocolates or candy canes amongst the biscuits in the box. Handmade candles Reuse…

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