New Foodie Forum – Yumsy
Want to know about all the latest foodie happenings, events, gadgets, books and more then go and join the new South African food forum at Yumsy. This is… Read More »
Cape Malay Pickled Fish
Pickled fish is the favourite South African food eaten at Easter time together with Hot Cross Buns. The recipe was originally devised by Cape Malay fishermen in an… Read More »
Avocado magazine to close
I am sure that I am not the only one who is shocked and saddened by the news that Avusa is closing down Avocado magazine. Just yesterday I… Read More »
Watch the South African version of Come Dine With Me
By now everyone must have watched the BBC food series Come Dine With Me, with those hilarious, jaded and sarcastic remarks by the British actor and narrator, Dave… Read More »
Tomato Bredie, best of the best
Tomato Bredie is one of South Africa’s real gems, slowly cooked it is a richly flavoured meal and the whole house is filled with the most amazing smell…. Read More »
Veal al Limone for supper
All the various varieties of citrus fruit are available right now, with lemon trees in the garden groaning with the weight of these bright yellow orbs, like decorations… Read More »
South Africa’s favourite cake
South Africa is a very diverse and varied country, with mixed cultures and foods across the spectrum. But one thing all South Africans agree on is that they… Read More »
A beetroot and onion salad for summer
Cooking is one of the most fascinating things you can get involved in, sort of scientific on the one hand and then totally experimental on the other. One… Read More »

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