Author: Gugu Mhlungu

Apple & clove dumplings

This delicious warm apple & clove dumplings recipe by Ntwenhle Gcabashe is perfect for chilly days or whenever you want something hearty and yummy. Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 45 minutes Serves: 5–6 4 Golden Delicious apples, halved 1 cup golden syrup ½ cup (125ml) water 1 cinnamon stick 1 tablespoon (15ml) lime juice […]

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Escaping an emotionally abusive relationship

Physical assault is not the only way in which your partner can abuse you. But, how do you spot the signs of emotional abuse? By Nolwazi Tusini *Not their real names When Azola Mthimkhulu* met her partner, she thought he was the man of her dreams. He was generous, kind and attentive. “Everything was great. […]

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Slow cooked trotters and lentils

Make a hearty trotters and lentils dish with this simple recipe from Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 2 hours Serves: 3 2 kg beef trotters 1 cup lentils Salt and pepper, for seasoning 2 tablespoons (30ml) oil 1 large onion, chopped 4 garlic cloves, crushed 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 canned tomatoes, […]

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Savoury dombolo

You can’t go wrong with a classic dombolo or steamed bread, and now you can update the classic with this delicious savoury take by Ntwenhle Gcabashe. Prep time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 60 minutes Serves: 5–6 4 cups self-raising flour 1 tablespoon castor sugar Salt and pepper ½ cup sundried tomatoes, chopped 1 cup ham, […]

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Nomsa Mazwai is expecting baby number 2!

Artist Nomsa Mazwai aka Nomisupasta has announced her second pregnancy in a beautiful shoot. Taking to Instagram, she shared drawings by her first born of her pregnant belly. SEE ALSO: 5 minutes with Nomisupasta Nomsa Mazwai is expecting baby number 2. Congratulations to her! See her announcement below: https://www.instagram.com/p/B-fY0YtD49P/ SEE ALSO: Takkies’ stunning maternity shoot […]

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Listen to Buhlebendalo Mda’s new single

Our September 2019 cover star Buhlebendalo Mda has released a new single from her upcoming album. Titled Ntab’ezimnyama, the single also comes with a pre-order of her much anticipated solo album called Chosi. https://www.instagram.com/p/B-e1xE6Djb-/ Listen to Buhlebendalo Mda’s new single, What do you think? https://open.spotify.com/album/6NjzyYqdhv3eVxUFi3nEE3?highlight=spotify:track:5O6NUPG3bTxwE7iNmL0rCI WATCH: Get to know Buhlebendalo Mda better

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Online learning resources for kids

Keeping the kids entertained during the lockdown period can be made easier and fun with these wonderful online resources for kids. Here are 5 oline learning resources for kids: 1. The national department of basic education has complied online resources to assist home learning. https://twitter.com/DBE_SA/status/1242430583697014785 2. The KZN department of education has organised radio lessons. […]

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Banana and chocolate upside down cake

A yummy pudding that everyone will love, this banana and chocolate upside down cake by Ntwenhle Gcabashe will be a hit. Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 40 minutes Serves: 8–10 1½ cups self-raising flour 4 bananas, halved ½ cup chocolate chip ½ cup caramel sauce ½ cup castor sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ […]

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5 minutes with Innocent Sadiki

Actress Innocent Sadiki (32) chose to deliver her second child on her own terms. She shares why this was important to her, and how she did it. By Kwanele Mathebula Pictures Supplied I have always wanted to be a mother. My mother died when I was four years old. Luckily, my maternal grandmother raised me […]

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