Special occasions

Squid linguine with creamy cauliflower and Parmesan sauce

Published on September 28, 2017

If you are entertaining this weekend and need to serve up a dish that will make an impression with minimal effort, give our squid linguine a try. And be prepared for everyone to go mad over our Parmesan pasta sauce!

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Scandalous Food Truck’s slow-roasted brisket piadine

Published on September 1, 2017

If you’re in Cape Town, you’ve probably tasted the amazingness that is Scandalous Food Truck. They were kind enough to share their slow-roasted brisket piadine recipe with us, so that everyone in SA can taste this gourmet street food goodness. And if you haven’t check them out there, be sure to visit their website. 

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Lesego Semenya’s olive and biltong tapenade

Published on August 30, 2017

After six years in the corporate world, Lesego Semenya took off his tie, put on an apron and set off to study cuisine at one of the leading chef academies in the country. Now, this classically trained chef (aka LesDaChef) is making it his mission to educate, entertain and show that cooking good food is not really that complicated. And he’s here...

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Blackberry, vanilla and Merlot slushies

Published on August 25, 2017

We’re reinventing the wine cocktail in a big way (and right in time for the warmer weather!) by turning them into gourmet slushies! Berries are coming into season and they pair perfectly with vanilla and a glass of robust red. Introducing our amazing Merlot slushies!

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Salted chocolate bark

Published on August 23, 2017

Whether you are having people over this weekend or just chilling, our salted chocolate bark makes for an amazing bar or movie snack.

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Blue cheese dip

Published on August 18, 2017

No matter your party snack, a classic blue cheese dip will always be a winning accompaniment that everyone will love. Pop toothpicks into your crudités, grilled mushrooms or olives for easy dipping.

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Jelly babies

Published on April 14, 2017

Do you love the taste of jelly babies as much as we do? We decided to take things a step further for the long weekend and try to turn this flavour into a fun boozy treat. Try these babies out and let us know what you think.

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Lamb chops with blackberry salsa, sweet potato quinoa cakes and rosemary crème fraîche

Published on March 26, 2017

We love entertaining, and when we have special guests over for lunch or dinner, we also like to make a splash. This is an absolutely gorgeous meal of gourmet lamb chops that will leave your guests in awe, and it gives you a chance to make the most of the last of this summer’s produce.

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The most common entertaining faux pas and how to avoid them

Published on March 23, 2017

When it comes to entertaining there are a few definite dos and don’ts. From keeping it within your budget to providing your guests with a nourishing, unforgettable meal, we dispel the three biggest mistakes that hosts make and how to do it better next time. Here it is: entertaining faux pas 101.

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Words from a wonderful (if not slightly over-bearing) host on the perfect dinner party

Published on March 16, 2017

I love entertaining. My mum has trained me, from an almost concerning age, to be the most wonderful (if not slightly over-bearing) host. I never run out of ice. I always remember that my granny is allergic to avocado and although she’s not allergic to raisins, she truly despises them. I know that good red wine should be served slightly...

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