Samke Mhlongo shares ways to make your money work better for you. Pictures: XX I was surprised over the holidays when family members expressed that they had not expected me to complain about how difficult the past year was. They felt like this because of my social media activity and frequent travel that suggested that […]
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Ntwenhle Gcabashe shows you how to make fluffy pancakes in a few simple steps. Photography by: Dylan Swart Easy pancakes Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 6 minutes Serves: 2–3 1 cup self-raising flour 1 tablespoon castor sugar Pinch of salt 1½ cup (375ml) coconut milk 1 tablespoon (15ml) oil 2 tablespoon (30ml) orange juice […]
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Motswako presenter and media personality Sechaba Gqeba (31) never considered becoming a mother until she met her husband. She shares how he has helped her balance it all. By Kwanele Mathebula Pictures Supplied 5 minutes with Sechaba Gqeba Being a mother wasn’t a part of my plans. I was born and raised in Sebokeng, Vereeniging. […]
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Enjoy this delicious millet and boerewors sauce by Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Serves: 2 3 cups boerewors, chopped 1 tablespoon (15ml) oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 sachet Knorr Tomato Cook in Sauce 1 teaspoon chilli powder 1 can chopped tomatoes 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1 […]
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Make risotto like a pro with step by step recipe by Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 60 minutes Serves: 3 2 cups risotto rice 3 cups cubed butternut 2 cups frozen peas 3 tablespoons butter 1 onion, chopped 4 garlic cloves 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 tablespoon garam masala 1 tablespoon ground […]
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The world is changing, and what was normal many years ago may not be anymore. So, what does that mean for what counts as appropriate wear in the workplace? Should you be able to wear traditional clothes or your afro at work? Gugulethu Mhlungu finds out. Pictures: XX As of the country’s very recent history […]
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Samke Mhlongo weighs in on the renting, rent-to-own or renting-to-buy debate. How do they work, and which one is best for you to own your dream home. One of the goals that I am yet to achieve is that of buying property. Sure, I’ve had property before, but that was jointly with my ex-husband. I […]
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This stuffed salmon recipe by Ntwenhle Gcabashe is a real treat. Prep time: 3 hours 10 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Serves: 4–5 1 whole salmon 2 tablespoons curry paste 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 tablespoons (30ml) butter, melted ½ cup (125ml) lemon juice 1 tablespoon garam masala 1 tablespoon cumin powder Handful fresh coriander, […]
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Actress Luyanda Mzazi (23) made her acting debut on one of the biggest shows in the country, Generations: The Legacy. She shares how she got started. By Kwanele Mathebula Pictures Peter Whitfield I discovered my love for acting in primary school. My brother-in-law, who worked as a director on various television shows, played a significant […]
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This delicious chicken dish will quickly become a favourite by Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 50 minutes Serves: 4 8 chicken thighs 2 tablespoons (30ml) light rum 3 tablespoons butter 1 spring onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper 2 cups (500ml) chicken stock 2 cups sour cream Handful […]
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This anytime meal by Ntwenhle Gcabashe is ready in just 25 minutes. Pictures by Dylan Swart Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes Serves: 3–4 2kg pork sausages 4 tablespoons (60ml) dark rum 2 tablespoons (30ml) oil 2 large onions, sliced 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped 1 cup (250ml) tomato […]
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