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  • Introducing The Sort Of Cookbook by The Counter

    Oh, this is so cool. The Counter, a confectionery and catering company in Joburg, closed their doors when the lockdown was announced, so their staff could be safe at home. Dedicated to paying their staff salaries, they looked for a new way to bring in money. And voila! Introducing The Sort Of Cookbook. A Recipe […] More

  • The famous Shortbread Recipe by Tintswalo Atlantic

    We’ve got a new recipe for you to try by the team at Tintswalo Atlantic!  Having been to Tintswalo Atlantic on a number of occasions, enjoying their wonderful culinary delights I can only recommend joining them on Wednesdays for their “Where in the World” lunches. But for now, we are all bound to our own […] More

  • Apple Juice Granola Recipe

    Being stuck at home during the lockdown period can make cooking three meals a day quite a challenge. What’s more, finding ways to create healthy balanced meals can get tedious after a while. Fruits and vegetables are a great source of Vitamin C, and fruit juice high in vitamin C can give you an extra […] More

  • Easy Pancakes with Sweet Orange Sauce

    Being stuck at home during the lockdown period can make cooking three meals a day quite a challenge. What’s more, finding ways to create healthy balanced meals can get tedious after a while. Fruits and vegetables are a great source of Vitamin C, and fruit juice high in vitamin C can give you an extra […] More

  • Mango Sunrise Mocktail Recipe

    Being stuck at home during the lockdown period can make cooking three meals a day quite a challenge. What’s more, finding ways to create healthy balanced meals can get tedious after a while. Fruits and vegetables are a great source of Vitamin C, and fruit juice high in vitamin C can give you an extra […] More

  • Apple and Kiwifruit Salad Dressing

    Being stuck at home during the lockdown period can make cooking three meals a day quite a challenge. What’s more, finding ways to create healthy balanced meals can get tedious after a while. Fruits and vegetables are a great source of Vitamin C, and fruit juice high in vitamin C can give you an extra […] More

  • Pineapple and Passion Fruit Smoothie

    Being stuck at home during the lockdown period can make cooking three meals a day quite a challenge. What’s more, finding ways to create healthy balanced meals can get tedious after a while. Fruits and vegetables are a great source of Vitamin C, and fruit juice high in vitamin C can give you an extra […] More

  • Spier’s bobotie puts a new Twist on Tradition

    Mildly spiced beef mince bobotie remains a true South African classic – a favourite all across our land. Spier Wine Farm’s version is a little less sweet than usual, omitting the dried fruit and apricot jam for a more savoury result. The addition of curry leaves lends a deliciously nutty, complex flavour. Enjoy this savoury […] More

  • Celebrate International Gin & Tonic Day with Hendrick’s

    With the lock-down in place, we’ve got a great reason to celebrate international Gin & Tonic Day for an entire long weekend.  To engaged with the brand on social media, tag your own Hendrick’s Gin cocktail creations with with @HendricksGinSA to show off your mixology skills. With only 5 ingredients and simple instructions find some […] More

  • The famous Burger by The Franschhoek Cellar [Recipe]

    Are you spending more time in the kitchen during lockdown? With a glass of Franschhoek Cellar Merlot in one hand, you can try your culinary skills to replicate the famous Cellar Door Burger are a perfect pairing. Perfectly paired with a glass of red wine, you’ll be joining The Franschhoek Cellar once lock-down has ended […] More

  • Wild Garlic Chicken Korma recipe by The Table Bay Hotel

    Well into the nationwide lockdown, days may seem a little longer than before and, with autumn now here, they are a little cooler too. Experimenting in the kitchen to prepare a soul warming curry is the perfect antidote to longer, cooler lockdown days. “As author and illustrator, Valerie McKeehan says, ‘Cooking with love, provides food […] More

  • Celebrate the last Taste of Summer Days with Monkey Shoulder

    With summer days almost gone and the touches of autumn approaching, enjoy some of the last summer sunsets outside with a Monkey Colada. Monkey Shoulder puts the fun back into whisky drinking with a flavour which works well with mixers and cocktails. The Monkey Colada Cocktail combines the fresh taste of coconut topped with pineapple, […] More