It’s World Heart Day on 29 September, which leaves just enough time for a few fungi-first steps to a more heart-healthy lifestyle. In general, heart health is all about positive lifestyle choices that include exercise, lowering stress and managing weight through good dietary habits. Delicious, low-calorie mushrooms can be a cornerstone of those heart-conscious eating […]
Bunny chow, potjiekos, shisa nyama, koeksisters and biltong. Some foods are so woven into our heritage, it’s impossible to be South African and not love them. Another thing that’s proudly South African? Homegrown avos, of course, and no Heritage Month would be complete without them! With the arrival of the warmer weather, it’s the perfect […]
Bunny chow, potjiekos, shisa nyama, koeksisters and biltong. Some foods are so woven into our heritage, it’s impossible to be South African and not love them. Another thing that’s proudly South African? Homegrown avos, of course, and no Heritage Month would be complete without them! With the arrival of the warmer weather, it’s the perfect […]
You’ve probably heard cooks describe fresh mushrooms as sponges. Yes, that does mean they will become waterlogged if washed. But, on the positive side, it also means that mushrooms will combine exceedingly well with the flavour of every single ingredient added to the cooking pot – be they subtle or strong – while imparting their […]
DID YOU KNOW? Your results in the gym will be about the same whether you follow a meat-heavy lifestyle like keto, or adopt a vegan eating plan with lots of mushrooms? BUT, DID YOU KNOW That there are plenty of additional health and nutritional benefits if you go the vegan route with lots of mushrooms!!! Muscles […]
We celebrate the joy of comfort food that warms the soul and satisfies the taste buds. As the cold winds blow outside, there’s nothing quite like indulging in a steaming bowl of pasta or savoring the delight of an irresistible, crispy, and cheesy pizza. And to elevate these delightful dishes to a whole new level […]
We celebrate the joy of comfort food that warms the soul and satisfies the taste buds. As the cold winds blow outside, there’s nothing quite like indulging in a steaming bowl of pasta or savoring the delight of an irresistible, crispy, and cheesy pizza. And to elevate these delightful dishes to a whole new level […]
We celebrate the joy of comfort food that warms the soul and satisfies the taste buds. As the cold winds blow outside, there’s nothing quite like indulging in a steaming bowl of pasta or savoring the delight of an irresistible, crispy, and cheesy pizza. And to elevate these delightful dishes to a whole new level […]
Remember when avocado toast was the trendiest thing since sliced bread? What we didn’t tell all those Insta foodies was that the latest craze was just an old favourite – guacamole – all dressed up with somewhere to go. Guac is the ultimate every day, every night, party hard and laze-on-the-couch snack…which is why we’re […]
When warm blankets just aren’t doing the trick, there’s only one thing to do – make yourself a hot Cape Town Gin cocktail! If there’s one upside to winter, it’s being able to eat and drink things that you wouldn’t necessarily in summer: hot soups and stews, hot chocolate, but most importantly, hot gin cocktails. […]