Have you ever had 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 a…
Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays you either love or hate. Those who celebrate usually spoil their loved ones with roses, chocolates, love letters and other mushy gifts – but some…
There’s much speculation about the origins of Valentine’s Day, who St. Valentine actually was and how the fat naked baby (cherub) fits into the story. The origins of Valentine’s Day are somewhat…
For some, Christmas is a religious holiday; for others, it’s about the gifts – but for South Africans, it’s a national trifle-eating contest. After having Christmas lunch, it’s tradition to visit loved…
Each year, my mother and I plan our Christmas lunch menu. It usually starts off with her saying that she doesn’t feel like ‘going all out’, but come Christmas, we’ll have a…
Christmas is no longer around the corner, it’s officially on our doorstep, which means it’s time to flock to malls and do that last-minute Christmas shopping you’ve been dreading. We’ve made a…
There’s nothing more magical than watching fireworks light up the night sky, that’s if you’re not a dog or dog owner. Apart from the rolling sound of thunder and startling noises, a…
The only thing better than bubbly is bubbly paired with food. While delicious any time of year, there’s just something about drinking during the festive season that makes it more dazzling. If…
Salsa and nachos, hummus and pita, pâté and crackers — there’s nothing more satisfying than a good dip and carb combo. As much as we love store-bought convenience, we’ve had our fair…
Last summer, we were obsessed with pan con tomate. This summer, we’re trading savoury for sweet with the viral shaved fruit ice trend. Never heard of it? Imagine if granita and sorbet…
Pine nuts – these tiny, tear-drop-shaped nuts are so expensive, they might make you shed a tear or two. If you’ve ever contemplated making your own basil pesto, you’re better off buying…
Attending boarding school, followed by living in university housing, made me realise that I had been accustomed to eating questionable mess hall dinners for most of my adolescent years. Moreover, I came…
Chef David Chang once said that eggs are an incredible way to add creaminess to almost any dish, and we couldn’t agree more. Whether enjoying a classic breakfast, bougie brunch or lazy…
Salty, tangy, intense, umami, ferment-y – I’ll never forget the first time I tried miso. All the flavours converged to create the ultimate flavour bomb. Never mind a spoonful, you only need…
We all cook with olive oil, but have you ever tried baking with olive oil? It not only adds flavour but also results in moist and yummy bakes. Whether you prefer sweet…
The best dishes start or end with garlic – pizza, pasta, bread, the list goes on. Whether you’re in your garlic girl era or just obsessed with Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food,…
“A generous drizzle of olive oil.” I usually cringe when this appears in a recipe, as I was taught to be ‘stingy’ with olive oil. Like aged wines and saffron, olive oil…
Mistakes are unavoidable, thankfully, not all are bad. Some of the world’s greatest inventions were happy accidents. Take penicillin, for example, which started out as a dodgy science experiment and would go…