Chakalaka-infused pasta? The Jozi chef reimagining local ingredients We talk to chef Siya Kobo, the man putting a modern twist on indigenous cooking at Joburg restaurant Kobo’s Cuisine. From imifino to umvubo, here’s how he’s celebrating South African flavours in fine dining food.
3 next-level braaibroodjie recipes to try From a good old classic to a decadent snoek option, these delicious braaibroodjies will take your braai to the next level.
The mother-daughter duo changing perceptions of African food We’re chatting to Portia Mbau and Lumai de Smidt, the ebullient mother-daughter duo behind the @food.of.africa Instagram page, the Africa cookbook and Africa Café. They tell us what’s kept them busy during lockdown, their love of African recipes and what they’re planning next.
The chef behind the cheesy samp dish Cape Town can’t get enough of We’re talking to Nolu Dube-Cele, chef and owner of Seven Colours Eatery in Cape Town. Like many other small businesses, she’s had to pivot to keep her business operational during lockdown. We find out what she’s been busy with.
The indigenous South African ingredients you really need to know about Not only is she a medical doctor, but she’s a fount of knowledge about indigenous ingredients. We chat to Dr. Tracy Nelwamondo about life in lockdown and the ingredients we really should all learn more about.
Watch: The Lazy Makoti’s amagwinya two ways Mogau Seshoene (a.k.a. The Lazy Makoti) shows us how to make amagwinya two different ways: one savoury and one sweet.
Watch: Durban lamb curry pie This pie is inspired by a great Durban lamb-and-bean curry… and I love a good Durban curry, so this is the best of both worlds!
Watch: how to make a no-bake brûléed milk tart This is no ordinary milkt tart. The filling is fridge-set, for starters. Sprinkle it with sugar and blowtorch for dramatic effect, then serve slices with good coffee.
Braai better: all about the veg An open flame can transform the humblest of veggies – potatoes turn crisp-skinned, onions become sweet, and all that smokiness does something seriously good to jalapeños, brinjals, artichokes and peppers.
There’s no place like home: 17 South African desserts to celebrate Heritage Day Satisfy your sweet tooth in true South African style – from cinnamony pumpkin fritters to indulgent bread-and-butter pudding. We’ve selected our favourite heritage desserts just in time for the weekend’s celebrations.