Food Talks

4 delicious ways to use the rest of your chicken

Published on August 21, 2023

Whether you roast it in the oven, charr it over the coals or use it in stews and curries – we love the versatility of the humble whole chicken. But what do you do with the less-popular bits, such as the liver and bones? Here are four parts of the chicken you may have thrown […]

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The ultimate braai hack cheat sheet

Published on August 17, 2023

Elevate your braaiing skills with these hacks. The proof is in the pudding… but it all starts with the prep! Master these hacks ahead of National Braai Day.   Braai hack cheat sheet   Top tips for a better braai, every time!   Brush it off Before you get started, make sure your grid is clean – use […]

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Reader’s Choice: Crispy burger buns with fried chicken

Published on August 11, 2023

This Women’s Month, we’re inspired by the creativity and flair of our female MK foodies. We couldn’t resist these crispy buns by digital creator and mom of three Mubina Ajaz. You won’t stop at just one…  These buns are inspired by the popular Shanghai street food called mantou. It’s worth the effort, and oil, to make them from scratch. My family and I […]

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No-bake stovetop beef lasagne

Published on August 10, 2023

All you need is a stove, a large pan and these lasagne ingredients to brink Italy into your kitchen. No-bake stovetop beef lasagne   Serves: 4  //Total time: 1 hour  Ingredients   Glug of olive oil   1 onion, chopped  500g beef mince   Salt and milled pepper  1 Tbsp crushed garlic   2 Tbsp tomato paste   ½ […]

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Jane Nshuti shares her love for plant-based African cuisine

Published on July 27, 2023

Jane Nshuti’s life has led her in criss-crosses over Africa, eating and learning all the while. Now, she shares her reverence for plant-based African cuisine in her restaurant, cooking classes and Sunday lunches. Her mission started at home: to cook plant-based meals to convince her family just how tasty vegetables could be. Little did that […]

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4 appetising tuna recipes that may surprise you

Published on July 26, 2023

We hero the humble tin of tuna in these lean, mean, mouth-watering meals.   Our tuna pâté is a nod to the flavours of a classic nigoise salad and can be served with a cheeseboard, on crusty bread or with dinner.   Tuna nicoise pate  Serves 4 as a starter  Totatl time 20 minutes Ingredients  2 tins […]

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Why Shalley Wise bakes for comfort, creativity and community

Published on July 25, 2023

Sally Wise bakes for comfort, creativity and community. Homely and humble, these sweet and savoury treats will bring this feeling into your slice of the world.  In a wooded valley tucked into an island just off the coast of Australia, you’ll find a wooden cabin with its kitchen window ajar. Step closer and you’ll smell […]

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Lazy Makoti & J’Something collabs on SA cookbook

Published on July 14, 2023

It doesn’t get more South African than this: Lazy Makoti and J’Something are teaming up to create a cookbook celebrating the unique tastes of our country and the creativity of its home chefs. Mi Casa frontman and restauranteur J’Something and cookbook author Mogau Seshoene, aka the Lazy Makoti ,are no strangers to the MyKitchen team. […]

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What’s cooking with self-taught foodie Mmule Setati

Published on July 4, 2023

Self-taught foodie and social media influencer Mmule Setati sits down with editor Chad January to talk about her family and inspiration, Feed my Tribe’s online success and her first cookbook. Growing up in Johannesburg, young Mmule knew that she wanted to live the best life she possibly could. Now, at the age of 30, she’s […]

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Cooking and Baking Jargon to Add to Your Vocab

Published on July 3, 2023

Do cooking and baking terms continue to elude you? To help you get to grips and brush up on your knowledge, we’ve rounded up a list of the most common cooking and baking techniques (and some ingredients) in this helpful glossary. Bain-marie Directly translated from French, a bain-marie means ‘water bath’ and involves gently heating […]

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