Christmas dishes may vary across different cultures, but there are some constant items that everyone embraces. These include mince pies, trifle and (of course) Christmas pudding. Right? At least, that’s what digital editor Annzra Denita used to think until she spent Christmas with people outside her family.
If there’s one thing you should be trying out, it’s making these cold, sweet, and deliciously chewy homemade ice-cream cookie sandwiches. Really good, totally indulgent and much easier to make than you think with Smeg’s nifty ice-cream maker attachment.
As we near the festive season, most of us are all looking forward to stocking the fridge and feasting with friends and family. Do you ever find yourself not having space to store it all? This is a challenge most South African’s also face – finding ample space in their fridge to ensure they keep their food fresher for long.
Heads up: Mogau Seshoene, a.k.a. The Lazy Makoti, shares her Christmas menu and it is nothing short of amazing. There’s oxtail, there’s dombolo, there’s individual trifles and more.
We always have room for dessert, but when it’s hot outside we’re less inclined to go for heavy, baked puddings. After all, many of the traditional Christmas desserts have their origins in countries where Christmas falls in mid-winter. Here are three of our favourite desserts for Christmas in the southern hemisphere.
While we would all love to be with family this festive season, that may not be possible for everyone. The pandemic has transformed how we celebrate big moments. If you’re scaling down Christmas, planning a pot luck-style meal or hosting “Friendsmas” for those who can’t be with their families this year, here’s our guide to what to cook.
While we love gravy all-year round, come Christmas it becomes a non-negotiable. If you thought the art of making gravy was solely reserved for your granny, we’re about to show you just how easy it is to make your own.
Ukhamba Beerworx is known for their delicious local craft beer, including their umqombothi-style Utywala Sorghum Saison. As the brand prepares to open in an exciting new location, we chat to brewer Lethu Tshabangu, one of the brains behind Cape Town’s first black-owned brewery, to find out what drives them and what we can expect from the new spot.
For some of us, Christmas is the biggest cooking event of the year. And while we all love leftovers, there are only so many of them you can continue eating long after Christmas ends. This year, Christmas might also be slightly smaller than usual, so in case you’re feeling a little unsure of how much to cook, this guide is for you.
In the mood for something with a bit of spice? Something that feels like takeaways that you can whip up at home? These hot and spicy beef noodles are perfect – and so easy to make, thanks to the new Asian range from Woolworths.