Robyn Paterson

Robyn is a writer, foodie, ceramicist and self-proclaimed connoisseur of Pinot Noir. Past-times include devouring hours of Alison Roman YouTube tutorials and making everything Yewande Komolafe tells her to. 'Food is better than the furniture' is her favourite restaurant attribute and if you know what's good for you, never stand in the way of her and a Negroni. She'll win.

Hass to Pinkerton: Guide to South African Avo Varieties

Avocado season is upon us and we are all loading up on those healthy fats before they’re out of season again and start costing the price petrol. While we’re able to afford…

The History of Street Food

Street food culture has been around for millennia. It’s been sustaining the masses in major cities since urbanisation drove many people to find work in city centres. To this day, it still…

Vegan Baking Tips & Substitutes

These days, access to vegan baked goods isn’t difficult at all. In Cape Town, we are lucky enough to have entire shops dedicated to serving 100% vegan treats, and you’ll be hard-pressed…

Essential Tools for Home Bars

Home bars are stylish and very chic. Whether a small cart or a dedicated hole in the wall, a home bar just elevates your space and makes you ready to entertain whenever…

Explaining the Difference Between Gelato & Ice Cream

Gelato, one of Italy’s many food exports, is beloved all around the world — no surprises there, people love a frozen dessert! But what is the difference between gelato and ice cream?…

Essential Booze and Mixes for your Home Bar

If you’ve read our article on essential home bar tools, you should be well on your way to planning your little bar nook, but what is a bar without booze? Not a…

The History of Monkey Gland Sauce

As a South African, the name ‘Monkey Gland sauce’ probably brings back memories of childhood birthdays spent at Spur and sticky fingers after a Sunday braai. It’s the quintessential meat sauce and,…

The Mastery of the PBJ Sandwich

The PB & J, a simple sandwich — three ingredients, nothing fancy, yet the mastery of the PB&J knows no bounds. A timeless, virtually unchanged masterpiece that transports you straight back to…

Basic Guide to Beef Cuts

If you’re a meat-eater, and better yet, if you’re an avid ‘meat cooker’, then you’ve probably thought to yourself ‘it’s about time I learn about the different cuts of beef’. You’re right!…

Understanding your Hormonal Cycle

If you have female hormones, you’ve probably experienced symptoms of hormonal imbalance in your life. PMS, cramps, bloating, breakouts and cravings are symptoms we’ve just come to accept as normal and par…

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Best Foodie Podcasts

We love podcasts! They’re a great way to learn new things, stay up to date with current affairs and engage with like-minded people — albeit virtually.  There’s a world of foodie podcasts…

Everything You Need to Know about Collagen

Collagen is all the rage right now, as collagen powder and tablets continue to make their way around health and wellness circles. It’s been given nicknames like ‘the fountain of youth’ and…

An Ode to the West Coast at Wolfgat

By some stroke of luck, I was invited to dine at Wolfgat (the Wolfgat) in Paternoster last weekend, thanks to Canadian friends of my parents who couldn’t make their booking (um, thanks…

A Celebration of Seasonality at Good to Gather

Good to Gather offers the best of South African seasonal produce, cooked impeccably and served in the dreamiest outdoor setting on Rozendal farm in Stellenbosch. It’s seasonal dining at its finest, with…

Explaining the Marmite Shortage

Marmite, a beloved breakfast staple country-wide, wasn’t available anywhere for about three months. This shortage had people reeling, to say the least. For many, Marmite is the taste of childhood. It reminds…

Specialist Grocers and Delis in Cape Town

Sometimes, the supermarket just doesn’t cut it. Maybe you’re looking for a specific type of mustard, a particular brand of sauerkraut or an imported flavoured olive oil from an obscure island in…

Skin Food at ERTH

When we heard about the world’s first nutricosmetics cafe finding a home in none other than Green Point, we couldn’t wait to see what it was all about. ERTH Café, owned by…


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