Tag: Christmas

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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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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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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Make the most of your solo Christmas celebration

The word “solo” does not sound as bad as hearing ‘lonely’ Christmas right? That’s how we actually want to navigate the idea of celebrating the occasion by ourselves, as something that can be enjoyed even if it may sound ‘depressing’ to some people. It might just present itself as a special chance to establish your […]

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What not to buy Dad this Christmas

Christmas is the time for family, friends, and unity and if there is one thing that celebrates unity then it is Christmas Eve dinners. It is here where parents, grandparents, and their children all gather around the Christmas table, sing carols, and enjoy the privilege of being in one another’s company while enjoying a […]

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Countdown to Christmas with these must-have gifts

The holiday excitement is building! Countdown to Christmas with these must-have gifts that are perfect for everyone in your family. Handcrafted footwear Step into handcrafted leather luxury with the new Pesso Summer Sandal Collection. Born out of a love for comfortable shoes, Pesso has left no stone unturned in their quest for the softest leathers, […]

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Christmas for 2? Add this cherry and strawberry tart to your mini menu

A delicious cherry and strawberry tart will add sweetness to your intimate Christmas celebration and it is the perfect addition to your mini holiday menu. Cherry & Strawberry Tart Recipe by: Kholiwe Rafu also known as @kholiwe_cooks on Instagram. SERVES: 2 Ingredients For the tart 250 g shortcrust pastry 200 g strawberries 100 g pitted […]

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Spice up your dessert game this year with a summer berry trifle

Spice up your dessert game this festive season with a fresh twist! Mogau Seshoene, famously known as The Lazy Makoti, brings you a Summer Berry Trifle that’s as vibrant and delicious as it is easy to make. Perfect for sunny gatherings or indulgent moments, this layered delight will take center stage at your table. Summer […]

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