Published on July 3, 2023

Here are five ways you can level up in the kitchen and wow your friends and family at your next dinner party. From foodies to professional chefs, all cooks use the same basic techniques to create delicious food. While the techniques may seem intimidating, they can be a game changer.    How to finely slice an […]

Published on July 3, 2023

SERVES 6-8 TOTAL TIME 1 HR 30 MIN INGREDIENTS 2 cups flour 2 cups polenta or yellow maize meal 2 Tbsp baking powder 2 tsp salt 1 Tbsp cayenne pepper 2 Tbsp chopped rosemary 2 cans (415g each) creamed corn 1⁄2 can (205g) whole corn kernels, drained 4 eggs 1 cup buttermilk Handful cherry tomatoes, […]

Published on June 21, 2023

If you’ve been wanting to brush up on your cooking vocabulary, look no further than this helpful glossary.  French cooking techniques have influenced global cuisines for centuries and many chefs are still trained in these methods and taught how to make traditional French dishes today.   Aioli Pronunciation: AH-yoh-lee  Aioli is an emulsion of garlic and […]

Published on June 19, 2023

We sat down with self-taught cook, wife, mother of two and social media influencer Mmule Setati (@feed_my_tribe) to find out more about her cooking journey and what it was like to write her first cookbook Feed My Tribe. How did you get into cooking? Can you share some of your earliest food memories?  My food […]

Published on May 22, 2023

Food that Loves You Back explores the versatility of vegetables – in all their shapes, flavours, textures, colours and smells. For vegetarians, vegans and those simply looking for new dishes to try, this book is an example of how seamlessly plant-based food can fit into all facets of life: everyday living, celebrations, family gatherings and […]

Published on May 5, 2023

Three chefs share the story of a memorable moment in the kitchen with a wonder woman who has moulded their lives – and what it taught them about food, about family and about life. Christi Nortier sits down with them to hear all about it.    The world is in a grain of rice   Ayabonga […]

Published on April 26, 2023

Here’s how to make the most of your next grocery shopping trip! You’re tired after a long day at work, the kids are moaning from the backseat, and you can already envision the line of pre-dinner shoppers swarming the supermarket aisles. Don’t panic! There’s no reason to dread buying groceries if you do some clever […]

Published on April 14, 2023

Editor Chad January sits down with renowned cookbook author and TV show host Sarah Graham to discuss how to live life better through good food.     HOW DID GROWING UP ON A FARM IN ZIMBABWE IMPACT YOUR FOOD PHILOSOPHY?  The farm life is a simple one. The milk came from next door and the meat and veggies […]

Published on April 4, 2023

There’s a lot going on in the month of April: celebrations for Eid, Easter and Passover call for some clever tips and tricks to make this period less stressful and more magical. EASTER TREASURE HUNT On the face of it, an Easter egg hunt seems simple. But when was simple ever really that much fun? […]

Published on March 29, 2023

Loadshedding isn’t going anywhere, unfortunately. If you are stuck without electricity, the MyKitchen team shares their perfect family braai meals, where no electricity is needed.  Charred corn with coriander and garlic butter  Serves 4 • Total Time 15-20 Min  Ingredients 4 corn on the cob  glug olive oil   salt and milled pepper  ¼ cup butter, […]