Recipes

Find easy, quick and healthy recipes for breakfast, lunch and supper and all those special occasions. Try our tasty beef recipes, learn to make your own pasta or one of of our traditional recipes like traditional ginger beer! BONA has all your recipe needs covered.

Recipe of the day: Juicy Roasted Chicken

Roast chicken is supposed to be easy. It’s not like you need new technology or fancy schmancy ingredients. It’s one of the basics and cooks have been roasting birds for, like, forever. With that being said, this roasted chicken recipe is just like the my grandmothers used to make it. This method results in the […]

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Nutrition Week 2022 – Make healthy food choices easier

We all have experienced the difficulties of sticking to a strict healthy diet. Sometimes the cravings get the better of us or we just lack discipline. This year, 9 – 15 October 2022 will be celebrated as Nutrition Week in South Africa. South Africa commemorates National Nutrition Week every October to encourage South Africans […]

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Perfect golden brown roasted potatoes

If you love roasted potatoes surely you love the, crunchy golden brown and fluffy on the inside. Potatoes are the perfect side dish or accompaniment to many main meals. Here are some perfect tips and techniques to master your famous roast potatoes: Firstly, peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized pieces to ensure […]

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Maps Maponyane shuts down Buns Out due to loadshedding

It is a sad day in the world of burger lovers as the popular restaurant, Buns Out close it’s Linden door on October 9 2022. Buns Out was launched by businessman and media personality Maps Maponyane launched in September 2019, and it became a popular foodie spot that attracted many celebs. However, it appears his […]

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Heritage inspired classic recipes

Some parts of the country are still winter, even though we are in spring. Truth, all you want to do is get into sweatpants and cook something that reminds you of your childhood , these comforting foods have got your back. Here are heritage classics like Umngqusho, Umleqwa , and Motogo wa Ting t. Umngqusho […]

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Upscale dinner ideas with low cost pantry staples

If you are making a point of not heading off to the shop every time you need something, its likely that you have exhausted the bounds of your pantry and are not necessarily looking forward to your next meal. Never fear, you don’t have to eat another boring bowl of pasta. We have some great […]

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Impressive recipes to try this month.

3 impressive meals to try this month Nothing screams comfort like great home cooking. It is equal parts tasty, simple and affordable. Find delicious inspiration with what will keep tummies full and faces smiling. Here are three impressive meal ideas to try at home that are delicious, simple and don’t cost too much to make: […]

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Spicy lentils

Lentils are a delicious and affordable source of protein. They are also versatile. Enjoy them in this easy to make spicy lentils dish by Ntwehle Gcabashe. Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 45 minutes Serves: 4 4 cups, cooked lentils, drained 3 tablespoons (45ml) oil 1 onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1 teaspoon fresh […]

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Lime jam pudding

Make a yummy and tangy lime jam pudding in a flash with this recipe from Ntwenhle Gcabashe Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 45 minutes Serves: 4 ½ cups self-raising flour Pinch bicarbonate of soda ½ cup dark-brown sugar 5 eggs Juice of 1 lime 1 tablespoon lime zest 1 cup (250ml) milk 1 cup […]

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