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Cakes for days this festive, because why not?

Are you a cake lover? Well, we’ve got you covered. Celebrate the festive spirit with our irresistible treats below that are sure to bring you joy with every bite. Coconut and granadilla Bundt cake Recipe by: Mogau Seshoene: Lazy Makoti PREP TIME: 20 min COOK TIME: 50 min + refrigeration MAKES: 1 cake Ingredients 2½ […]

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Kitchen tips to make your Christmas feast a breeze

The festive season is a chaotic time in any household. Gift lists, gift shopping, menu planning, and making sure the pantry is stocked with all the ingredients you need before the stores close for your Christmas feast—it just doesn’t stop! Any tips to make the festive season a little more seamless is a godsend and […]

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The food and vibe of SA’s festive season

There are so many joys of the South African summer, but perhaps the most delightful is the filling up of the senses that the season brings. Long, hot days and balmy nights invite us to fully embrace the aliveness of outdoor living. More than at any other time of year, summer awakens our knowing that, […]

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Our top salads for your dinner table this festive

Make your festive dinner table more colourful with our best salads. They are the ideal way to add flair to your holiday feast because they are fresh and full of taste. Enjoy! Zola’s Rainbow Slaw with Apple Cool, crunchy, salty and sweet, this coleslaw ticks all the boxes! Recipe by: MasterChef South Africa judge Zola […]

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Holiday fun for the whole family: Christmas activities for kids

The holidays are a wonderful time of year, full of joyous celebrations, cherished family customs, and numerous chances to make enduring memories. Children especially like Christmas because they look forward to the idea of wearing new clothes, unwrapping their presents, and all the enjoyable activities that accompany this season. There are countless ways to involve […]

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ASICS and Kiko Kostadinov Studio combines to birth the UB10S GEL-KAYANO 20

Building on the continued success of the forward-thinking partnership between ASICS and Kiko Kostadinov Studio, they will resume their curational series for Spring/Summer 2024. The UB10-S GEL-KAYANO 20 sneaker draws inspiration from the themes of Interlaced Assemblages, Functional Utopias, and Mino Ceramics.​​ Soft textures are combined with the idea of handcrafted elements found in iconic […]

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Craving dessert? Try this Irish malva pudding recipe

A delicious, boozy twist on a South African classic, this Irish coffee malva pudding with make your guests giddy with happiness! This festive season you can spice up the way you usually make desserts, and maybe ditch the ordinary trifle option for this Irish malva pudding. Recipe by Food and Home: Imka Webb INGREDIENTS MALVA […]

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Furry Festivities: How to celebrate Christmas with your pets

Your lovely and fluffy buddies should join you in celebrating Christmas with your loved ones! Your Christmas season might be even more memorable if you include dogs in your customs. By involving your furry best friends in your Christmas festivities, you make unforgettable memories and provide even more excitement to the season for everyone, even […]

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Things we’ve learnt to tolerate for the sake of Christmas

Christmas is the season of joy, giving, and… putting up with things we secretly wish we didn’t have to, from listening to those long and “not-so-true” stories from your drunk uncles to going from house to house (especially if you’re from Cape Town and you’re in the Eastern Cape), greeting all the family members and […]

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