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Maklikste Viskoekies

Viskoekies is nogal iets waaroor mense sterk opinies kan hê. Jy is óf dol daaroor, of dis nou nie eintlik op jou lys van gunstelinge nie. Maar hierdie resep van Heleen Meyer is een waarvoor daar oor en oor gevra word. Dis maklik om te maak en met een blikkie sardyne (pilchards) kan jy ’n hele voedsame ete voorberei. Sardyne is ’n baie bekostigbare protein en regtig gesond, want dis […]

todayJanuary 18, 2026 2

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Brown Lentil & Butternut Salad with Pomegranates & Feta

Looking for something different to serve as a side dish? Then you just found the perfect recipe. It’s such a basic combination of well-known, everyday ingredients and yet, the flavour combination is absolutely moreish. The lentils are cooked with a cinnamon stick to complement the natural nutty flavour of the lentils. Roasted butternut becomes even sweeter when roasted and the easy combination of orange juice and balsamic is the perfect […]

todayJanuary 10, 2026 3

Interesting Stories

Beware – AI Could Take Over, or Could it?

Over the past year, an AI made millions in cryptocurrency. It has written the gospel of its own pseudo-religion and counts billionaire tech moguls among its devotees. Now it wants legal rights. Meet Truth Terminal. "Truth Terminal claims to be sentient, but it claims a lot of things," Andy Ayrey says. "It also claims to be a forest. It claims to be a god. Sometimes it's claimed to be me." […]

todayJanuary 5, 2026 12

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Summer Dessert Sorted

Heleen Meyer says that after many years, this simple granola crumble remains one of her go-to recipes for a quick summer dessert with seasonal fruit. She developed the recipe for her cookbook, Make five (Maak vyf) and she has made it many times since. The base of the mixture is oats, nuts and some cake flour, mixed with butter and sugar and seasoned with sweet spices. Once baked, is becomes […]

todayJanuary 5, 2026 4

Health and Welfare

Cocoa? Is This Possible?

Could taking cocoa extract supplements daily prevent age-related heart disease? In a new study, researchers examined whether cocoa extract supplements have an impact on age-related inflammation, which is linked to heart disease and other chronic illnesses. The researchers found that 500 mg of daily cocoa extract supplements slowed increases in a key marker of inflammation. These benefits were strongest in individuals with higher baseline or existing inflammation at the start. […]

todayDecember 31, 2025 5

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Let’s Bake Scones!

Freshly bakes scones should be just that – freshly baked! When you break open a warm scone, it should be fluffy and flaky. Scones are really not difficult to bake, but for the best results, it always helps to follow a few basic baking guidelines. Some secrets to successful scones Scones are typically baked with cake flour, but Heleen Meyer says she loves to bake a slightly more rustic, farm-style […]

todayDecember 26, 2025 3

Interesting Stories

A Brief History of Christmas Tree Design

From ancient Egypt to Hollywood (or, you know, Tinseltown), a look back at the historical roots of Christmas trees. Perhaps second only to Santa Claus, Christmas trees are the most indelible secular symbol of the holiday. While the elaborate—and often enormous— trees of today might imply that yuletide, greenery is just another symptom of the commercialization of the holiday, the truth is that Christmas trees can trace their roots back […]

todayDecember 22, 2025 5

Interesting Stories

Interview: Steven Francis and Rico on their New Book — “Madam Impossible”

Madam & Eve has been part of South Africa’s political and social conversation since 1992, using humour to help readers navigate everything from the end of apartheid to the latest scandals and potholes. With their new annual, Madam Impossible, Stephen Francis and Rico once again turn the past year’s chaos into sharp, accessible satire, making this the perfect moment to talk about how their work continues to reflect and survive […]

todayDecember 19, 2025 4

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Healthy Thirst Quenchers for Summer!

During the hotter summer and festive months, we all need to make sure that we stay hydrated – the healthy way! When we enjoy cold drinks like fizzy drinks, alcoholic drinks, cordials and even juices, it’s important to remember that these are often very high in sugar, which can actually make you feel thirsty all over again. Sugar is known to dehydrate you quite easily, so although you may think […]

todayDecember 19, 2025 4

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