Food

“What are we doing for dinner?” Nobody took anything out of the freezer. One person is still sitting in traffic. Someone else is leaving the office late. There has been a school run, an afternoon of sport, homework to get through, or another meeting that should have ended 20 minutes ago. By six o’clock, dinner can feel [...]

In the middle of East London’s CBD, opposite Steers on the corner of Oxford and Caxton Street, you’ll find a food truck that’s become a morning and lunchtime stop for office workers and people on the go. It’s called The Brunch Corner, and it’s owned by two sisters who saw a gap and decided to fill it [...]

Are you someone who likes cooking but run out of ideas? Look no further because I’m bringing you two go-to accounts that can help you up your pot game. Social media has made life easier for us, it went from just serious stuff to content creation which has helped us learn new skills from people across the [...]

Game night is about having fun with people, not spending the whole time in the kitchen. The best food for it is something easy, quick, and that you can eat without putting the controller down. An airfryer makes that possible. It is fast, there is less mess, and you still get that crispy finish without deep frying. [...]

Let’s be honest, noodles are a lifesaver. Quick, cheap, and comforting. But if you’re only boiling the packet and adding the flavor sachet, you’re missing out. Here are three easy ways to cook your noodles so they actually feel like a meal: 1. The Stir-Fry Way: Crispy, Savory, and Full of Veg This is the go-to when [...]

Growing up, being a picky eater felt like something I would leave behind. As an adult, I realised it did not go away it just changed. Now it is about knowing what works for me, dealing with dinner invites without the stress, and feeding myself in a way that feels good instead of forcing it. For a [...]

A Zimbabwe‑based private chef, trained at a Swiss culinary academy, gave followers a behind‑the‑scenes glimpse of her day‑to‑day life. She prepares everything from light chia‑pudding breakfasts to inventive Halloween treats, all while keeping the family’s meals high in protein and fibre. Highlights include a Mediterranean bulgur‑wheat soup, a Greek‑yoghurt‑based tuna salad, quick kung‑pao chicken, a初めて‑tried farro chicken [...]

Discover the quick-fix secret to a crispy delight with our Sizzling Skillet Crispy Pork. Thinly sliced pork fillet meets a seasoned crust and a sizzle in the pan for that perfect crunch. Served over steamy white rice with a side of colourful stir-fried veggies, all smothered in your favourite sauce. This easy, high-flavour dish is the midweek [...]

With warmer days, it’s time for  us South Africans to embrace  our heritage of salads and side dishes. Thanks to our love of a good braai, there is a rich legacy and history of these side dishes, deeply rooted in the traditional potato salad, coleslaw, sambals, beetroot, three bean dishes and more. Local hoteliers vfrom the Radisson [...]

Who said eggs are just for breakfast? This little package of high-quality protein can be eaten at any time of the day, and served in a variety of ways from omelettes and quiches to salads and casseroles. Eggs are also packed with 13 essential nutrients for every stage of life, from infancy to old age. They provide [...]