Peanut butter, oatmeal, shortbread – we all have a cookie preference, and more often than not, what you dunk into your tea or coffee could let on more about your personality than…
Self-care Sundays and the rise of alternative wellness have led to the rediscovery of aromatherapy. Now, more than ever, people are turning to essential oils to treat a range of conditions, from…
‘Veganism with attitude.’ That’s Bitchy Bites in a nutshell – unapologetically delicious, free from nasties and full of sass. Founded by freelance photographer, young entrepreneur and part-time baker Jess Meniere, the refined…
If you’ve ever stood in the kitchen and watched your dog make puppy eyes, you might have been tempted to reward their cuteness with a snack. But the reality is that not…
When asked in an interview what one of her biggest challenges was, the iconic Aretha Franklin responded, “Trying to figure out what to cook for dinner.” Somehow, it makes me happy knowing…
Easter has become synonymous with chocolates, hot cross buns, lamb and, if you’re South African, pickled fish. But have you ever wondered what was actually eaten at the Last Supper? Well, it…
When you think of baking, it might be all measuring cups and scales, but the very act of baking is romantic. Sure, it might require intense precision and methodical application, but even…
Winemakers spend half their careers waiting – for the perfect moment to harvest, the right conditions for fermentation and ageing to conclude before they can taste the fruits of their labour. A…
Started by four guys obsessed with burgers and fries, Le Pickle is the latest restaurant to join Cape Town’s smash burger revolution. What makes them stand out from the crowd? Simplicity. They…
What started as a biohack for coding nerds and creatives to enhance cognition and tap into imagination, has now become common practice. Microdosing, the self-administration of hallucinogenic substances, isn’t a new discovery.…
Functional mushrooms is one of the most popular buzz terms to enter the wellness chat, but has actually been used in traditional medicine for centuries. For the most part, they are still…
Want to level up meals while keeping it easy on your pocket? Legumes and pulses are the unsung heroes of the kitchen, packed with flavour, nutrients and all-around awesomeness. From wholesome salads…
Classic dishes are easy to pair with wine, but what about sosaties and vetkoek? We share our favourite wine-paired recipes, from Asian to Moroccan-inspired dishes. Whether hosting a family braai, a soirée…
Have you ever had a beer and noticed a vast difference in taste when drinking out of a glass bottle compared to a can? Well, the same applies to wine, except it’s…
If you’ve ever eaten something so spicy that it made your mouth tingle and go numb at the same time, chances are you’ve tasted mala. This powerhouse of flavour is a staple…
The first time I tried soju, it confused my taste buds but in a good way. Before then, I had only heard of it, with rumours that it tasted like vodka. (I…
Spirits could refer to a mood or supernatural being, but in this case, we’re talking about alcohol spirits. Perhaps you know them by their common names… Jack, Johnnie or José. While you…
Global influences pulse through the heart of Cape Town; you don’t need to travel to Valencia to enjoy paella with the perfect socarrat or visit San Sebastián for pintxos – Regent Street…