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    carved Halloween pumpkins
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    Things to do this Halloween that aren’t trick-or-treating

    It’s less than two weeks to go until Halloween 2022, the spookiest night of the year! Don’t feel like trick-or-treating but scratching your head as to how you can make the most of the day? We’ve put together a couple of fun things you can do this Halloween that aren’t trick-or-treating. Host a murder mystery evening Figure out whodunnit and get in the spooky spirit by organising a murder mystery evening. Throw a costume party Dressing up is one of the most fun parts of Halloween! Host a great Halloween-themed party with a costume contest, spooky finger foods and more. Bake some…

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    spring lemon tart with berries
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    12 Dessert Recipes for Spring

    Have you ever noticed how much brighter and more delicious a strawberry grown in a friend’s garden is when compared with the ones you can buy in the supermarket? It’s well-known that fruits and vegetables that are grown and naturally ripened in season are full of flavour and far more nutrient dense than those out of season. On top of flavour and nutritional value, seasonal produce is generally cheaper and better for the environment. Since seasonal fruits and veggies are easier to source locally, they require far less transport to make it to you. This cuts down on both carbon…

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    Pecan & date cake
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    Pecan & date cake

    Pecan & Date cake TOTAL TIME 1 hour 30 minutes | SERVES 12   INGREDIENTS 250g butter, softened  2 tsp vanilla essence 1 3/4 cups caster sugar 3 eggs 1 3/4 cups self-raising flour   ⅓ cup flour  ¾ cup milk  ½ cup chopped dried dates ½ cup chopped pecans   2 tbsp demerara sugar  1 tsp ground cinnamon  METHOD PREHEAT oven to 160ºC. Grease a deep 22cm square cake pan or deep 22cm round cake pan, line base and sides of pan with baking paper, extending the paper 5cm above the sides. BEAT butter, vanilla and sugar together in a bowl…

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    101 to a homemade yeast starter
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    The ultimate starter “101” guide

    Joburg-based master baker Babette Kourelos of Babette’s Bread rises to the occasion and answers all our questions about making a starter (fresh home-made yeast) By Babette Kourelos of Babette’s Bread Photographs by Annalize Nel and Babette Kourelos Q1. How do I make a sourdough starter and approximately how much starter is required for a standard-sized loaf? A1. To make a standard-size loaf of bread, you will require between 50g and 100g of ripe and refreshed starter. You can make your own sourdough starter by mixing flour and water together and leaving the mixture to ferment. This mixture (which is a…

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    Woolworths Chuckles Mousse Dessert
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    Woolworths’ Chuckles Mousse takes over the dessert aisle

    Woolworths is starting a movement with their ever-increasing Chuckles range. The recently spotted Chuckles Mousse has hit the shelves and it’s sparked a variety of fan theories. One user going so far as to ask Woolworths if biltong is next for the Chuckles takeover. What makes “Chucklete Mousse” special Twitter user @kimberleydujour shared her thoughts on the branding, but otherwise this new chocolate dessert is just in time for our summer menus. It’s 95% chocolate malt mousse and 5% milk chocolate shavings – making it 100% a must-have for all the South African chocolate lovers. From milkshakes to smash celebration…

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    Fudgey sweet potato brownies
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    Fudgey sweet potato brownies

    Fudgey sweet potato brownie  PREP TIME 30 min | COOK TIME 1 hour | MAKES 14  Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Vegan INGREDIENTS 1 orange sweet potato (400g), roughly chopped 2 tbsp ground flaxseeds 180g 70% dark chocolate, roughly chopped 1 cup caster sugar 2 tsp vanilla essence 2 tbsp cocoa powder 1 cup almond flour ¼ tsp bicarbonate of soda ¼ cup chopped almonds For the avocado icing 1 large ripe avocado 2 tbsp cocoa powder 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted 2 tbsp pure maple syrup METHOD PLACE sweet potato in a pot with enough cold…

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    WATCH: coffee, cake and cat cuddles at Africa’s first cat café
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    WATCH: coffee, cake and cat cuddles at Africa’s first cat café

    WATCH: coffee, cake and cat cuddles at Africa’s first cat café South Africa’s first cat café is rescuing feline friends from the Western Cape and giving them a special home where cat-lovers can visit them. And while you’re there, you can stock up on all sorts of cute cat goodies and humans can enjoy tasty treats. WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zs8fuRVkrRQ Local resident and retired academic, Valerie Steinmann, spent the best part of the last 20 years travelling the world. It was in Thun, Switzerland that she came across “a true cat lover’s shop”. Enchanted by her discovery, Valerie’s passion for “all things…

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    White coffee and coconut ice cream

    White coffee and coconut ice cream CELEBRATE WORLD COFFEE DAY . Try this White coffee and coconut ice cream .The wonderful trick to this ice cream is that it appears to be vanilla, but instead has a bold coffee flavour. The secret? Soaking the coffee beans in coconut cream overnight to infuse all of the taste but none of the colour. Recipe, styling and photography by Katelyn Allegra MAKES 2L| 20 mins + overnight, to infuse and 6 hrs/overnight, to freeze INGREDIENTS 3 x 400ml tins coconut cream 180g whole coffee beans, roasted + extra crushed beans, to garnish 100g…

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    Breadsong, a cookbook by Kitty Tait

    The redemptive power of baking Kitty Tait was a bubbly, full-of-life 14-year old girl until she started struggling with depression and anxiety. After trying every activity that her parents suggested to help get their daughter to smile, her dad Alex baked a bread. That small moment changed everything for Kitty, and she notes how the colours, sounds and smells of a simple dough was magically transformed – ultimately grabbing her attention and slowly pulling her out of her slump. One loaf quickly turned into an obsession and Kitty started to find a way out of the terrible place she was…

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    Lindt LINDOR launches limited-edition Heritage design

    Lindt LINDOR launches limited-edition Heritage design In celebration of Mzansi’s rich and diverse heritage, Lindt has launched an exclusive limited-edition Heritage-inspired Lindt LINDOR packaging that symbolises South Africa’s unique beauty. An illustrated design of South Africa’s iconic national flower, the Protea. The Protea symbolises the continuous change and transformation of the various cultures among the people of South Africa. It represents South Africa’s unique beauty, and the flowering of our nation, and through the limited-edition heritage-inspired design, Lindt celebrates South Africa and encourages the spirit of giving. Being a true chocolate favourite that is close to many chocolate-lovers hearts, Lindt…

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    Kickass Kitchen Hacks That Change Your Life

    From managing food waste to prepping more efficiently, these are our kickass kitchen hacks for this month. Kitchen hacks #1 -3 How to make pineapple flowers Preheat the oven to 95ºC. Cut the ends off a large pineapple and carefully slice off the tough skin. Using the potato eye remover on a vegetable peeler, remove the brown eyes form the pineapple. Slice the pineapple into very thin discs using a mandoline or sharp knife. Pat the slices dry with a paper towel. Space the slices evenly on a wire rack placed in a baking tray. Dry out in the oven…

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    Gloriously, gorgeous Grootbos
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    Glorious, gorgeous Grootbos

    Glorious, gorgeous Grootbos Effortlessly tucked away between mountain, sea and forest, Grootbos Nature Reserve is the epitome of luxury and relaxation. With numerous awards and accolades, it’s easy to see why Grootbos was voted as the best hotel in South Africa for 2022. The award winning, 5-star luxury eco-reserve has everything that a dream holiday is made of, namely mountain, sea and forest. Unobtrusive to the environment around it and built with an innate respect for the land, Grootbos is the epitome of the awe-striking Western Cape nature at its best.  First impressions The magic of Grootbos began for me…

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    How choices in food can improve your child’s mood
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    Choices in food can improve your child’s mood

    Once in a while, we may feel uneasy or “hangry” because we haven’t had a meal; however, when it comes to your mood, your food choices and feelings go hand-in-hand more often than you might think. Children are no different as they may throw tantrums because of their bad moods. Fortunately, you and those around you can be happier, healthier, and better energized with each bite, thanks to plenty of good foods that provide mood-boosting benefits. A balanced breakfast to kickstart the day Making sure that children have a balanced breakfast to start the day can improve their mood, memory,…

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    Rocky Road Rice Krispie Treat Squares

    Whether you’re cooking with your kids or simply looking to feel like a kid again, these Rocky Road Rice Krispie Treat Squares are bound to get you feeling soft and warm inside! Whipped up in a short 15 minutes, these only need some time to set before they can be gobbled up by the masses (or just you, we’re not judging). Rocky Road Rice Krispie Treat Squares TOTAL TIME 15 min + 1 hour setting  | MAKES 12 INGREDIENTS 200g milk chocolate chips 140g butter 2 tbsp golden syrup 150g mini marshmallows 120g biscuits; broken into small pieces 50g Rice…

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    LANCEWOOD® launches a new Indulgent Yoghurt range to delight your taste buds
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    LANCEWOOD® launches a new Indulgent Yoghurt range to delight your taste buds

    Your sweet escape is just a spoonful away LANCEWOOD® launches a new Indulgent Yoghurt range to delight your taste buds Who needs a slice of cake, a slab of chocolate or a box of sweets when you can have the best of both worlds in your fridge? With the launch of its new Double Cream Indulgent Yoghurt, LANCEWOOD®, South Africa’s award-winning dairy manufacturer, offers consumers the ultimate guilt-free indulgence in its most decadent form. Bursting with flavour, this irresistibly creamy new range offers up a truly sweet escape that’s guaranteed to add a little ‘mmm’ to any moment. LANCEWOOD® Marketing…

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