It’s natural to feel reluctant to let go of the wonderful flavours of summer, as well as all the ways that our braais and roasts, salads and smoothies have been filled with the sunshine sweetness of peaches, nectarines and plums over the past months. The good news is that there is still some time left […]
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Weaning is one of the most exciting milestones in a baby’s development as they begin exploring new tastes, textures and nutrients that support growth, brain development and lifelong eating habits. For many parents, however, it can also feel overwhelming, with questions around when to start, what to feed and how to get it right. Mbali
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Padkos adds to the joy of any road trip, but finding fresh ideas is not that easy. Wayne Blake, group Food & Beverage manager at ANEW Hotels & Resorts, shares five creative, fuss-free snacks that taste so good you’ll want to start snacking before you’ve even left the driveway! Rooibos & Citrus Nut Cluster A
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As Easter approaches, the search for spaces that offer more than just a meal becomes increasingly intentional. This year, Beanbag Jazz Lounge stands out not only for its refined dining experience but for the young culinary talent shaping its kitchen. At just 24 years old and originally from Ntuzuma, Nqobile Mabaso – head chef at
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Step aside, lemon and garlic, there’s a lot more on offer when it comes to South African seafood dishes! It is still stone fruit season, and if you haven’t considered it before, you will be surprised at how perfectly our homegrown plums, peaches and nectarines pair with our favourite fish and shellfish. Of course, the
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A healthy lifestyle does not mean you have to play an organised sport or follow a gym routine. There are so many other ways that South Africans can embrace an active lifestyle – which is the most powerful choice you can make for your overall health. The combination of moving more, conscious eating and getting
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Valentine’s Day is too short for predictable, boring plates. Wayne Blake, group Food & Beverage manager at ANEW Hotels & Resorts, has come up with some tempting meal ideas you can cook together, where every bite teases your taste buds. So, light a candle, play your favourite playlist and chop, stir, taste and laugh side
Mid-summer is behind us, but there’s still plenty of time to make the most of the warm season – and no better way to do that than around our outdoor tables. From casual family braais on weekdays to sunny get-togethers with friends over weekends, getting outside to cook and share good food connects us to
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It’s International Chocolate Cake Day on 27 January – and Wayne Blake, Group Food & Beverage manager of ANEW Hotels & Resorts, loves to add a playful and creative twist to classic recipes. A self-confessed sweet tooth, he shares his ultimate classic chocolate cake recipe that is rich, moist and gloriously chocolatey, as well as
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Versatile dairy plays many starring roles in our summer eating: from the honest simplicity of a refreshing, cold glass of milk on a hot day to being the game-changing ingredient in a stylish dish created to impress. With dairy in focus, your summer tables can be effortless, delicious and full of sharing. From holiday brunches
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