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    It’s easy enough to freeze leftover egg whites or use them up in pavlova, but when it comes to egg yolks things get a little trickier.  Here’s how we use up our leftover yolks! Freezing egg yolks Did you know you can freeze egg yolks? Yes, really! Unlike egg whites though, egg yolks will thicken and turn gelatinous if frozen as is, making them unusable in recipes. To avoid this, whisk the egg yolks until smooth and mix in either salt or sugar before freezing. Whether you use salt or sugar depends on whether you intend to use the…

    Coffee: it’s the kind of thing that you either deeply love, or despise. If coffee is one of the most important meals of your day, then these decadent desserts are right up your alley. All infused with the roasted intensity of coffee, these 8 puds are exactly what you need to satisfy your craving! 1. Affogato cakes These moist coffee and hazelnut cakes are drenched in sweet coffee syrup and topped with a generous scoop of ice cream…these elegant coffee puddings are affogato reinvented! 2. Vetkoek twists with chocolate-coffee dipping sauce Served with a decadent coffee-infused ganache sauce,…

    The younger generation is leading a shift to focus on health and reduced alcohol intake by choosing low alcohol or non-alcoholic drink options. The choice of whether to consume alcoholic drinks or not is, sadly, greatly stigmatising in South Africa. There’s a generation of people who are asked ‘why not?’ when they decline a drink, with the connotation that they’re not ‘joining in’ or there’s ‘something wrong’ with them. It’s painted as very ‘un-South African’ to not enjoy a drink, eat braaied meat, watch sport or make jokes about Eskom. In the past year, there’s been a positive shift being…

    The Hot Toddy: a classic tipple, perfect for a cold winter’s eve A hot toddy is the perfect winter drink. It’s got citrus, it’s got honey, but most importantly – it’s got whisky. It’s basically that honey/lemon concoction your mom used to make when you were sick, if it decided to let its hair down and have a little fun. Scarves and jackets are out in full force, heaters are working overtime, ginger shots and flu juices are on display in every grocery store, and even the sun is heading to bed as early as possible. Yes, winter is in…

    Lancewood recently held their Pastry Chef of the Year awards and we’ve got the scoop on the winner! Miss Chanda du Plooy, who is a False Bay TVET College Hospitality student won the ULTIMATE LANCEWOOD PASTRY Category in the annual Young Stars Showcook Initiative Competition 2022. This was announced at the prestigious awards dinner, which is the culmination of the Young Star Showcook Competition. The winning dessert-pastry was a pistachio and almond chocolate cake with Clemen Gold Sauce. The Young Star Showcook Initiative and Competition has been hosted annually for the past 14 years, but this was the first time…

    Do you ever feel frustrated when your cakes and cookies don’t look as good as the glossy image in recipe books? Then follow along as I share some of my top tips for better baking! I’ve been baking ever since I can remember, licking chocolate cake beaters as a tiny tot, making gingerbread cookies with my mom and bottling up brandied cherries with my dad. I’ve still had my fair share of baking fails though…sunken lemon loaves, merged cookies, sponge cakes dotted with pockets of cornflour. My first ever batch of macarons resembled something similar to coloured brandy snaps and…

    Not sure what to do this Father’s Day? We’ve put together a list of fun things for you to do with your dad – and yes, food is included! Father’s Day in Cape Town Father’s day lunch at the President Hotel The popular President Hotel in Bantry Bay will be hosting a fabulous Father’s Day lunch on Sunday, 19 June 2022. It’s the perfect place to celebrate and spoil dads with a South African buffet spread fit for a king.  The menu includes a welcome drink – choose between a Simonsig bubbly or a non-alcoholic Mimosa  – then tuck into…

    The innovative Woolworths kitchen has been at it once again!  With a smorgasbord of new offerings now available, it’s no wonder that Woolies is known for their variety of quality food above all else. Whether it’s an extension of an existing range or something completely fresh and exciting, we can’t wait to introduce you to a flavour experience like no other with this latest batch of newness! ANCHOVIES Anchovies are having a moment, and it’s about time! Your search for an effortlessly delicious snack or antipasti is finally over, all thanks to Woolies’ new anchovies’ range. Woolies’ newest…

    The flagship Courtyard Hotel Waterfall City in Midrand, Johannesburg has added a High Tea experience with a difference to its delicious food and beverage offering. Teaming up with Pongrácz, one of South Africa’s finest Méthode Cap Classiques, executive chef Keegan Maistry and his team of talented chefs have developed a signature selection of sweet and savoury delights that pair perfectly with a glass of bubbly as well as a range of teas and coffees. This unique High Tea experience is a must-try among the diverse range of restaurants in Midrand, offering a delightful combination of exquisite cuisine and elegant ambiance.…

    We’re back with another incredible round up of products that our team has used and loved this month. Our editors favourites include everything from wines to food and unique home-decor items. Ernie Els Wine Cabernet Sauvignon is in the DNA of Ernie Els Wines and most of their property is dedicated to this variety. Their latest Big Easy Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 vintage is wonderfully energetic with a lingering, pleasant lead pencil finish. Rich red fruit flavours combine with the earthy herbaceousness, adding some complexity to the wine. Youthful, yet serious, this wine is carefully crafted in its intended style: fruity,…

    We’ve teamed up with Laphroaig to help one lucky reader win a father’s day experience!  The lucky winner will receive a bottle of Laphroaig with a dad-approved gift inside. In addition to this, the winner will be treated to an exclusive at home whisky pairing for 6 hosted by Steven Zylstra. Steven Zylstra is the National Laphroaig Brand Ambassador. Steve has spent just under a decade in the liquor industry with expertise in whisky and hospitality. Get ready for an evening of Islays finest perfect pairings  … you may even learn a thing or 2! Here’s what you’ll get: Private…

    Got leftover coffee grounds? Coffee beans make a GOOD cup of coffee… but when that’s done why not up-cycle them? Love a good cup of coffee made from freshly ground coffee beans? The aroma, the texture, the unbeatable flavour. “There is no doubt about it, making coffee from fresh beans is not just about the coffee but about the ‘theatre’ that comes with it,” explains Matthew Dees, senior brand manager for Jacobs coffee. Using quality coffee beans to make your coffee is the first step in getting the best taste. The way you make it, how finely or coarsely the…

    Everyone has their favourite UltraMel custard moment, reminiscent of all the great memories created with friends and family for generations. Having enjoyed 5 decades of being Mzansi’s favourite custard, it’s time to shake things up with UltraMel’s new and exciting full cream milkshake variants in 3 delicious flavours – vanilla, chocolate & strawberry. Social media has been abuzz with the question “How do you UltraMel?”…red or green jelly? Vanilla or cinnamon? Hot or cold? Malva or Trifle? Big or small spoon? However you UltraMel, everyone has memory-filled stories to share. If the original UltraMel is anything to go by, it’s…

    We wanted to create a fruity biscotti with a note of nuttiness. This take on a Yotam Ottolenghi biscuit is delicious and will have everyone raiding the cookie jar, so get good at hiding it! You will need preserved ginger and dried figs to make this recipe. Almond, Apricot, Ginger and Fig Biscotti HANDS-ON TIME 30 min | TOTAL TIME 2 hrs 30 mins | SERVES 6 | VEGETARIAN INGREDIENTS 400 grams cake flour 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda 1⁄2 tsp ground cinnamon 1⁄2 tsp salt 100 butter, cubed 220 grams soft dark brown sugar 70 ml water 100 grams almonds,…

    There’s always something new to be found at Woolworths! Whether it’s an extension of an existing range, or something completely fresh and exciting, Woolworths is always cooking up something innovative to whet your appetite, and get your tastebuds tingling. From cakes to crumbed chicken, and cheese bites to Chuckles®, we’ve tried them all and shared some of our thoughts below! NOODLE POTS A delicious meal, ready in minutes- who doesn’t love the sound of that?! These fresh noodle pots are filled with fresh vegetables, noodles, and a reduced broth, so that all you have to do is add boiling water…