What it means to be an ethical foodie

  • Post published:March 22, 2018

The occupation of being a chef has been around for hundreds of years but has only become a more renowned and accepted profession in recent years, gaining considerably more respect. But this new-found recognition comes with great responsibilities, not only to clients and staff, but to food and the food industry itself. So what does it mean to run an ethical kitchen, and what does that have to do with you?

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How to gain kitchen confidence in 3 steps

  • Post published:March 14, 2017

Gaining confidence in the kitchen can be quite a tricky business. It may be your kitchen, but who’s to say you’re using it to your full potential? Not everyone likes to cook, it can be stressful and things can get messy quickly. However, if you’re comfortable with your recipes and get to know your own cooking style, things may turn around for you. Here are 3 easy ways to become the master of your kitchen.

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5 kitchen time wasters

5 simple hacks for the kitchen time wasting you didn’t know you were guilty of

  • Post published:February 17, 2017

We are all about convenience and fun in the kitchen, and certain cooking chores are anything but. There are probably some things you do that you take as standard in food prep, and we do them too because it’s the way people have always done them. Let us help you save time and effort in the kitchen with five super helpful tips and tricks you never thought you needed.

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How to enjoy cooking

How to enjoy cooking (even when you don’t)

  • Post published:February 10, 2017

Not everyone considers themselves to be the Jamie Oliver or Nigella Lawson of their kitchen. In fact, some people even wish to avoid the kitchen completely if they can! But despite the opposition, there are times when cooking is inevitable, and there are a few tricks to ease the mind and effort it takes to have dinner ready by hungry o’clock.

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How to save water

10 ways to save water in the kitchen

  • Post published:February 3, 2017

As most of you know by now, level 3B water restrictions have been implemented in Cape Town after the dam levels dropped below 40%. And even if you don’t live in the Mother City, it is important for each one of us to be aware of how much of this precious resource we waste. Since you all love to cook as much as we do, we thought we’d dedicate this week’s How To to water saving tips.

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Baking secrets

On the Rise: Baking secrets from a (self-proclaimed) domestic goddess

  • Post published:December 9, 2016

I have always loved to bake and have long been renowned for my sugary prowess in the kitchen. I am that faithful friend who will arduously craft you a birthday cake – or a cheesecake with macadamia-nut brittle and salted caramel sauce – but only if I really, really like you. Baking, like most of life’s worthy endeavours, is perfected over time. Things slowly become easier, simpler and more beautiful after sometimes-spectacular series of trial and error. It’s the holiday season, and I am feeling particularly generous, so, here are a few tricks and tips I have learned from my time at the oven.

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