Test kitchen
10 Tips for making lollies with Zoku
Keen to make ice lollies in 7 minutes without electricity? Look no further, Zoku is the business when it comes to making ice pops. Here are our top tips for making your lollies stand out from the crowd. 1. Keep... Continue reading
How to make boerewors from scratch
Our friend, Claire Sebastiao, embarked on a mission to make boerewors from scratch as part of her review of Justin Bonello Cooks for friends. It was not difficult to choose a recipe to test. Just imagining the look on my father’s... Continue reading
I’ve got a diabetic coming for dinner, what should I cook?
How does diabetes affect daily life? What are the key signs to look out for if you think you might have diabetes? To mark World Diabetes Day, we checked-in with Bridget McNulty from the diabetes community and magazine, Sweet Life,... Continue reading
The science behind toffee
It’s pretty tough to define toffee, since people all over the world have varying ideas about what characteristics truly define the sweet stuff. It can be crunchy or chewy; plain or nutty. Some varieties have a chocolate coating and others... Continue reading
How to use a whetstone
A good knife is likely to be the most important tool in your kitchen so it’s wise to keep it razor-sharp. One of the best ways to sharpen your knife is to use a whetstone – it takes a little... Continue reading
How to make your own yoghurt
I tend to steer away from any cooking activities that involve a thermometer. I assume the thermometer will suck the joy right out of my kitchen by being way too scientific and needy for my artistic brain to handle. So,... Continue reading
How to make Garam Masala
If you’re fond of a bit of spice and curry, you’re probably quite familiar with garam masala but did you know you can make it yourself? Garam masala is a hot (garam means ‘hot’) spice mixture – hot in terms... Continue reading
Jamie’s Great Britain: a review
A few weeks ago our friends at Penguin SA gave us the first sneak preview of Jamie Oliver’s brand new book, Jamie’s Great Britain, and we offered you the chance to win a copy by cooking Jamie’s out-the-box recipe for Guinness... Continue reading
The science behind marshmallows
Marshmallows have been around for centuries, believe it or not. Originally they were made using gum extracted from the root of the marshmallow plant – no surprises there – but what is surprising is that in ancient times marshmallows were... Continue reading
Using your Weber as a smoker
Using your Weber as a smoker is a great option if you’re looking to up your braai game. Here’s how to get that awesome smokiness, tender meat and a rich flavour that’s difficult to beat. What you need: Aside from... Continue reading
