TOP 4 EXFOLIATION TIPS THAT PROMOTE A HEALTHY SKIN BARRIER
April 2023 – Exfoliation and a healthy skin barrier work hand-in-hand, and when done properly can change your life. Achieving a healthy skin barrier is vital when striving for hydrated and balanced skin. Adding exfoliating products into your skincare routine, such as salicylic acid cleansers, lactic acid serums, or any other type of skincare product containing chemical […]
7 WAYS TO SUPPORT YOUR CHILD AT ONLINE SCHOOL
Every year, more and more South African children are enrolled in an online school, bringing changes to their family’s rhythms and routines. It’s important for parents to set their child up for success, and here are 7 top tips from Principal and Co-founder, Mark Anderson: Discover Koa Academy
ACNE AWARENESS – TYPES, APPEARANCE, MARKS AND TREATMENT
February 2023, South Africa – Zits, pimples and breakouts – we are all too familiar with these terms and most of us have experienced it at some stage in our lives. Acne awareness is something local skincare brand Fundamentals Skincare focusses on with an aim to close the education gap and begin the process from cause to cure. […]
ENGAGING WITH SCHOOL SUBJECTS – THE KOA ACADEMY DIFFERENCE
Traditionally schools have taken a strict siloed approach to teaching subjects like Science, Geography, History and Art. Since most parents went to school, subjects such as Technology, EMS (Economic and Management Sciences) and Life Orientation have also been added to the curriculum. Laden with content, these subjects are typically taught by content specialist teachers standing up in […]
MHONDORO SAFARI LODGE WELLNESS SAFARI RETREAT
Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa will team up with a renowned international yoga instructor and detox specialist to present a Wellness Safari Retreat at the 5-star lodge in the Welgevonden Game Reserve (Limpopo), from 7 to 12 September 2023. The 5-night package is limited to 10 participants. It includes luxury accommodation and a complete wellness programme with healthy, organic […]
Roasted Mushroom, Fennel & Grape Salad
SAMFA – Roasted Mushroom, Fennel & Grape Salad Serves 4 Ingredients: 4 medium fennel bulbs 500g pink grapes, seedless 500g white button mushrooms, sliced in half 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 garlic cloves, finely minced 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tsp Dijon mustard 300g mixed leaf lettuce of choice Handful Italian parsley leaves Handful […]
Balsamic Mushrooms with Beans, Broccoli & Ancient Grains
SAMFA – Balsamic Mushrooms with Beans, Broccoli & Ancient Grains Serves 4-6 Ingredients: Mushrooms: 500g mixed cultivated mushrooms, sliced into similar sizes for even cooking 1 Tbsp olive oil 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar 1 Tbsp soy sauce 2 cloves garlic, finely minced ½ tsp dried oregano 125g tenderstem broccoli, ends trimmed 150g fine green beans, […]
Braised Kale & Cabbage with Miso Mushrooms
SAMFA – Braised Kale & Cabbage with Miso Mushrooms Serves 4 Ingredients: Braise: 1 onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 heads green baby cabbage, sliced 1 bunch kale, stems stripped & leaves sliced roughly 375ml chicken or vegetable stock Mushrooms: 2 Tbsp red miso paste ± 2 Tbsp hot water 1 Tbsp sesame oil […]
Dairy Free Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Casserole
SAMFA – Dairy Free Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Casserole Serves 4 Ingredients: 4 free-range chicken breasts 250g portabellini mushrooms, sliced 1 white onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tbsp ground almonds / almond flour 4 Tbsp nut butter, e.g. cashew or almond 175ml almond or oat milk, warm 375ml chicken stock, just boiled 1 […]
Mushroom & Masoor Dal Tikki / Mushroom & Red Lentil Fritters
SAMFA – Mushroom & Masoor Dal Tikki / Mushroom & Red Lentil Fritters Makes ± 15 medium sized fritters Ingredients: Coriander & mint chutney: 2 bunches fresh coriander 1 small bunch fresh mint 1 green chilli 1 knob fresh ginger, peeled 1 Tbsp lemon juice ¼ tsp cumin 1 tsp sugar ½ tsp salt 2-3 […]