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How to Make the Perfect Pancake

Few of us are able to ignore the smell of a freshly made pancake or crêpe! Many people enjoy it as a sweet treat or dessert. If you haven’t tried it yet, it’s equally delicious as a light meal with a savoury filling. Heleen prefers to use stoneground wholewheat flour, which is less processed or bleached than regular cake flour, making this a healthier recipe. Using this flour adds more […]

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Interesting Stories

Cape Town Named the Best City in the World

After finishing in second place in 2024, Cape Town claimed the number one spot for 2025 in the British-based company’s rankings. The results were based on opinions from 18,500 people around the world who weighed in on their city as per the seventh Time Out global survey of city-dwellers. The survey’s questions covered everything from food, nightlife and culture to affordability, happiness and overall city vibe... you know us Capetonians, […]

todayJune 24, 2025 3

Interesting Stories

SA Telescope Discovers New Galaxy

SA telescope discovers Inkathazo, a giant galaxy that’s 32 times bigger than Earth’s. Inkathazo is a little different from its cosmic counterparts in several ways. Written by: Jacinta Delhaize  You may not know it, but right now there’s a huge cosmic rave party happening far, far above our heads. The chief partygoers are known as supermassive black holes. These mysterious objects can have masses several million or billion times that […]

todayJune 24, 2025 3

Health and Welfare

Lemon Juice And Your Kidneys

Is lemon water good for kidneys?  You’ve probably heard people say that lemon water is great for detoxing and cleansing the body. Some even claim it can prevent kidney stones and boost kidney function. So - Is Lemon Water Good for Your Kidneys? Yes, for most people, lemon water can be beneficial for kidney health. The citric acid in lemons helps prevent kidney stones, and proper hydration supports overall kidney […]

todayJune 14, 2025 3

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Comforting Winter Spices

Heleen Meyer’s mantra when it comes to spices is to AVOID shop-bought salty spice mixes and rather opt for salt-free options. Some of these healthier options include curry powder, paprika, ground cumin or cumin seeds, ground coriander or coriander seeds, turmeric, cayenne and ground or even fresh ginger and chillies. Just think of the combination of cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger, all spice and a hint of chilli in a tomato bredie […]

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Interview: Ryan Stamrood

Joining us is Ryan Stramrood—South African extreme swimmer, mental endurance expert, and motivational powerhouse. From the icy waters of Antarctica to the brutal currents of the English Channel, Ryan has pushed the boundaries of human performance in some of the harshest environments on Earth.

todayJune 4, 2025 10

Recipes

Hearty Barley Soup with Sausages and Sour Cream

This soup recipe by Heleen Meyer is a winter winner! Why? Because it’s a filling meal-in-one that will warm you up on a cold winter’s night. The barley thickens the soup and gives it a lovely creaminess. Remember that barley is a grain containing quite a bit of starch, which makes the soup extra filling. No bread is needed with this hearty soup, but that’s a matter of preference.  Heleen […]

todayJune 1, 2025 10

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Make it Mexican

Flamboyant family food! Mexican food is a vibrant celebration of textures, bold flavours and bright colours. It’s the kind of food that brings family and friends together, sharing all the lovely aromas. Mexican food is typically served in an array of plates and bowls perfect for everyone around the table to share and help themselves. This recipe perfectly captures this warm style of eating with the variety of accompaniments used. […]

todayMay 30, 2025 5

Health and Welfare

What Your Blood Type Says About Your Health

Do you know your blood type? There’s a good chance that you don’t. There are compelling health reasons why you should know, especially when it comes to your heart. Research suggests that people with certain blood types — namely A and B — are at higher risk of developing blood clots and having attacks and strokes. “We think about blood type a lot when we think about transfusions,” says Robert […]

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