Recipes

Mushrooms

Such a versatile ingredient! Mushrooms are available in many shapes and sizes and each type has a slightly different flavour too. This unique ingredient can be enjoyed raw and cooked in a huge variety of mouthwatering ways. Pan-fried, roasted or when grilled over the coals, the nuttiness of a mushroom is accentuated and is probably the best way to prepare them. They are popular to enjoy raw or cooked, on […]

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Recipes

Potatoes with a Sour Cream & Dill Dressing

During the warmer months, we all look for some delicious salad ideas. South Africans just love potatoes and everyone has their favourite way of preparing the ever-popular potato salad. Heleen Meyer, however is not a huge fan of mayonnaise-based dressings and says everyone should try this quick and easy combination of sour cream and fresh dill. This flavour duo is perfect with potatoes and can be whipped up in a flash. […]

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Interesting Stories

Oumas’s Rusks

The woman who turned a family recipe into one of South Africa’s most legendary brands. By Seth Thorne When Elizabeth Anne Greyvensteyn first started selling rusks to her local community in a small town in the North-Eastern Cape over eighty years ago, little did she know that her humble business would grow to become one of South Africa’s most iconic brands—Ouma Rusks. Rusks have been a beloved South African snack for centuries, long before the Ouma brand became iconic. Dried bread, […]

todayDecember 11, 2024 5

Recipes

Bake a beer bread

Few aromas can beat that of a warm bread straight from the oven. This bread is made with baking powder and not yeast, so it’s a quick and easy way to have a warm bread at your table. South Africans love to bake and beer bread is always a popular side dish at a braai. The beer acts as another rising agent and adds to the delicious taste and texture. There are many recipes for beer bread, but the flavour […]

todayDecember 4, 2024 5

For You

INTERVIEW: Liezel van der Westhuizen

Today, we’re thrilled to have Liezel van der Westhuizen, the dynamic media personality and founder of The Giraffe Brand Academy. Known for her unique ‘Giraffe’ brand and a career spanning global speaking and personal branding, Liezel has inspired thousands to stand tall in their personal and professional lives.

todayDecember 2, 2024 6

Health and Wellfare

10 Common Medications That Can Affect Sleep

10 Common Medications That Can Affect Sleep Trouble catching z’s? Your prescription and over-the-counter meds may be to blame. By Ashley Garling, Pharm.D.  Published April 08, 2013 / Updated July 30, 2024 Just as our bodies and minds change throughout life, so does our ability to get the recommended seven-plus hours of good, quality sleep each night. In fact, it’s estimated that 40 to 70 percent of older adults routinely experience sleep problems, like difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. Insufficient […]

todayDecember 2, 2024 4

Recipes

Homemade Pickled Onions

Homemade Pickled Onions Pickled onions are a really versatile condiment and so easy to make. All you need are a few basic ingredients. These sweet-sour, tangy onions can be added to almost anything. Use them as part of your favourite sandwich filling or enjoy with avocado on toast. It’s delicious with any egg dish and perfect as a condiment on a burger or pizza. Make them part of the filling for a wrap or pita bread and it’s so good with falafel […]

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WEEK TOP

Health and Wellfare

Social Clubs

About Social Clubs There are 18 of these scattered across the country. They are run by committees of volunteers and charge a small annual membership fee to cover their running costs. Enjoy your retirement and meet with like-minded people in your area. Examples of the services offered by a club: […]

todayNovember 10, 2024 7

Interesting Stories

Post Office Fighting Staff Stealing

The Post Office urged customers who wished to mail Christmas parcels and letters to international destinations to consider doing so soon. “The Post Office offers the cheapest rates for sending international mail and parcels,” joint SAPO business practitioner Anoosh Rooplal said. “Customers who use surface mail to send their Christmas […]

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