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Winter in South Africa can be very cold, and often, very wet. Many people are self-confessed coffee addicts, but switching your caffeine fix up for tea every now and then can be incredibly beneficial for your health, and it will keep you just as warm in winter as coffee does. Read our list of teas…

Everyone knows the old adage of “breakfast is the most important meal of the day,” but if you’re not eating the right foods, then how important is it actually? We’ve got a great list of what to eat for breakfast, as alternatives to the standard options, and why those standard breakfast dishes aren’t necessarily the…

Winter is also a time when most people are hit with colds and flu and just feeling less healthy overall. Feeling good during winter is tricky but it does mean you’ve got to adjust your diet and lifestyle to balance the inner environment of your body with the outer environment around you.

Winter is slowly making its way to South Africa; and as the weather gets colder, many people struggle not to eat as a source of comfort when it’s cold outside and all you want to do is snuggle up under the blanket with your loved ones. Salads and other light meals lose their appeal when…

Many people tend to snack throughout the day, although many people turn to unhealthy snacks out of convenience. Nuts make excellent snacks as they’re easy to pack in and are pretty delicious. Nuts as a whole are excellent sources of good fat, fibre and protein, but there are nuts that are healthier to snack on…

There are many health benefits of switching to a vegan diet – scientific evidence points to longevity and the possible reduced risk of heart disease and diabetes. With such nutrient-dense meals, vegans often feel more satiated as their body absorbs more antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and fibre. Across South Africa, many are turning to a plant-based…

Seasons change, and so should the fruits and veggies you put on your plate, says Chef James Diack, one of South Africa’s pioneers of provenance. Earlier this year, Chef James became a resident head chef at Balsalt (a restaurant at the Peech Hotel in Johannesburg). James made a lasting impression on Johannesburg’s culinary scene when…

Garlic! The bulb has a long history of use as a medicinal plant, with roots tracing all the way back to ancient China and Egypt. Crushed garlic spread on bread with honey. Freshly crushed garlic in a glass of hot water with ginger, lemon and honey for a refreshing tea. Chopped raw garlic in your…

It’s time to say goodbye to blah food and add some “spice” to your menu. Just like fashion, food trends come and go and it’s time to update your dishes with some of the following. #1 Warm avocado If you’ve already acquired a taste for warm avo on your pizza, this won’t be a stretch…

Plant-based eating is having a moment. Along with the rise in its popularity for its undisputed health benefits have come a slew of protein alternatives and snacks – as a vegetarian you’ve never had so much choice before. However, while the protein or seed bars, vegetable chips and other easy on-the-go munchies may tick the…

With louder calls being made to introduce a sugar tax in South Africa, the link between the white stuff and obesity is louder than ever. Sugar alternatives have been around for decades, but the ignited conversation – and a preference for natural products – means that some unusual options have emerged. Before you make the…

Pasta with mushroom, chorizo, feta and kale Serves 2 Ingredients: 160g mushrooms, sliced 100g chorizo, peeled and finely sliced 60g kale, roughly sliced 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 chilli, de-seeded and finely chopped 8g sage leaves, picked and roughly chopped 200g spaghetti 60g feta, crumbled 40g grated Parmesan Olive oil and cooking oil Salt…