Tipsy rooibos iced tea
Tipsy rooibos iced tea
Rooibos is one local ingredient we can never stop being thankful for, not only for its taste, but also for its diversity. Use it to cool down this weekend by making our tipsy rooibos iced tea.
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South African brandies bring home the gold
It’s official, you can add brandy to the list of foodie things South Africa does well. Three local brandies have been selected in a blind tasting among almost 600 other international spirits at the 7th Annual New York International Spirits Competition (NYISC).
3 healthy cocktails
3 healthy cocktails to enjoy this festive season
You might have tidied up your diet, but the festive season is still in full swing. Make sure you’re not missing out on all the fun with these delicious – but healthy! – cocktails.
Eggnog
A traditional eggnog
We are back to a traditional eggnog recipe with this one, raw egg and all. Although raw eggs have no negative health implications, many people don’t like the taste. In our recipe, we mostly use the whipped egg whites for that ;lovely texture this jolly drink is known for. So if you aren’t into that as an option, feel free to swap them out for unsweetened whipped cream.
6 ways to prolong summer fruit
6 ways to prolong summer fruit
There is such a wonderful abundance of fruit on our supermarket shelves, come this time of year! Because all of these delightful offerings are in season, your favourite summer fruits are much cheaper now than they will be in the wintery months. We suggest you make the most of it!
Watermelon and ginger punch
Watermelon and ginger punch
It’s Friyay, and after a long week of deadlines and gym and meetings - you deserve a drink! Watermelon is in season so we’re using our favourite summer fruit as the base for this refreshing, boozy cocktail.
Gareth's old school lemon concentrate
Gareth Henderson’s old-school lemon concentrate
The Fresh Cool Old School lemonade stand at the I Heart Market in Durban, began as Gareth Henderson’s answer to how he could earn a few extra bucks. He shows us how to concoct the ultimate glass of refreshing lemonade, just in time for the scorching summer months!
5 things you didn't know about sparkling wine
5 super fast things you didn’t know about sparkling wine
With the holiday season almost upon us, we have no doubt you’ll soon be popping many a bottle of your favourite bubbly. Here are a few fun facts you can share over your next glass of champers.
Spiced chai
The perfect cup of chai
There is nothing quite like a deliciously exotic cup of home-made chai tea. Originating in India, chai is made with a blend of sweet, aromatic spices. Enjoy it steaming hot on a chilly winter’s evening or pour it over ice for a poolside drink that will transport you to shores of India.
A lolly to make you jolly
A lolly to truly make you jolly
The height of summer is almost upon us and, as always, we are dreaming of a poolside glass (or three) of chilled Haute Cabrière. Now I’m a real Tranquille fan (if you haven’t spent much time with a bottle of this blush white, you need to), so I didn’t think much could really beat a chilled glass of this on a balmy day.