Cheese and stone fruit – a beautiful summer friendship
South African summers are made for good food with big flavour and freshness, and there are few pairings more effortlessly delicious than stone fruit and cheese. Juicy peaches, nectarines, and plums bring freshness, delicate aromas, natural sweetness and juiciness while cheese adds saltiness, creaminess and depth. Together, they meet in the middle – bright, balanced […]
Summer’s healthiest habit – eating stone fruit every day
The summer of 2025 is here, ushering in the joyful stone fruit season. The first juicy dessert peaches are already on the shelves, freshly harvested from South Africa’s renowned stone fruit orchards. There’s nothing quite like the delicate aroma and succulent flesh of a perfectly ripe peach to make it feel as if brighter days […]
Dairy-inspired winter warmers to sustain your energy on cold days
The mid-winter chill brings a sense of contraction, and it’s natural to feel like curling up under a blanket rather than stepping out. But no matter the weather, our busy lives go on and we have little choice but to wrap up as best we can and get through these colder days. What helps is […]
AN EXPERT CHEMIST’S GUIDE TO BREWING THE PERFECT CUP OF TEA
When it comes to crafting the perfect cup of tea, lovers of the brew know it’s as much about flavour and ritual as it is about comfort and connection. From black to green, oolong to herbal, every cup tells a story. But what if we told you that behind the soothing steam and fragrant leaves […]
CONSISTENCY & VARIETY – NUTRITION FOR REAL IMMUNE SUPPORT
Like a seesaw, winter temperatures plunge and there’s a synchronised spike in the prevalence of colds and flu. This can partly be explained by the fact that some viruses survive better in colder temperatures, but also that our response to cold weather results in conditions and behaviour changes that make us more vulnerable. We’re more […]
Keep summer going with year-round stone fruit flavours
It’s nearly the end of another excellent South African stone fruit season, and what a privilege it is to live in a country where our farmers grow the most delicious, export quality summer fruit. Let summer linger in your kitchen, one slice, spoonful, or stewed plum at a time. The season may be winding down, […]
ELEVATE EASTER TREATS WITH ROOIBOS
As Easter approaches, local chefs and food artisans are embracing the versatility of Rooibos, infusing this indigenous tisane into an array of innovative culinary creations. From traditional desserts to avant-garde confections, Rooibos is making a flavourful impact on the gastronomic scene. Adele du Toit, spokesperson for the South African Rooibos Council, highlights the growing trend. […]
Seasonal suggestions to lift your lunchbox game
Many of us have kicked off 2025 looking for ways to embrace a healthier lifestyle. The trick, though, is to make changes that are sustainable. As we get busy with work and school, it’s all too easy for good intentions to fall by the wayside. One of the most meaningful changes you can make when […]
What dietitians say about 2025’s top nutrition trends
Like everything else in modern life, the landscape of food, health and nutrition is always evolving. Every year, there’s a constant flood of new food and nutrition-related products, and a deluge of social media content on eating trends. There’s also a host of new nutrition studies and emerging research that helps us to make sound […]
CELEBRATE SUMMER WITH DAIRY
January is the height of summer – our favourite season of sun-soaked days, balmy evenings, and plenty of outdoor fun. It’s the time for South Africans to take to the beaches, to meet friends in scenic picnic spots and to light up those braai fires across the country. Central to this vibrant lifestyle is the […]