Behind every legendary South African brand there’s a woman on a mission it seems! Mama Liza, a Greek immigrant whose warmth and passion for cooking have shaped Ocean Basket, turns 90. To celebrate this milestone, let’s explore her remarkable journey and uncover whether seafood truly provides a boost when adulting gets tough.
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How To Make A Dazed and Confused Tuna Salad Like Matthew McConaughey
You’re talking about Matthew McConaughey – the man who single-handedly made pink jeans cool in the ’70s… wait, it was just one scene in “Dazed and Confused” and he was probably just trying to fit in with the hippies.
The History Of Simba Chips
Building a legendary brand in South Africa is a formidable challenge, similar to cramming a several sheep into a Volkswagen Citi Golf, yet witnessing a single family successfully launch multiple iconic brands, such as Simba Chips and Ouma Rusks, is truly inspiring.
Meringue and Fruit Swiss Roll
A Swiss roll, a beloved dessert originating from Europe, consists of a light and fluffy sponge cake rolled around a filling, often made of jam, cream, or chocolate. Its characteristic spiral shape is achieved by baking the sponge in a flat sheet, then spreading the filling evenly before rolling it up tightly.
Bake Like Sansa: Game of Thrones Lemon Cakes
Bake lemon cakes inspired by Sansa Stark from “Game of Thrones!
How To Peel Potatoes Like A Master Chef
Peeling potatoes like a Master Chef is less about being a culinary genius and more about channeling your inner potato guru. Someone who understands that the secret to success lies not just in the knife skills, but also in the ability to dodge the occasional airborne spud and to ensure your friends don’t mistake your passion for peeling for auditioning to be the next villain in a James Bond movie!
Salsify Celebrates Six Years Of Rooted Elegance With A Summer Chef’s Menu That Preserves Heritage
Image caption and credit – @Patricia Blacc
Salsify at The Roundhouse in Cape Town marks six years of culinary brilliance with a Chef’s menu that sparks memories of that eccentric aunt -with a degree in edible art- who hosts radical summer soirées staring the indigenous wildflowers and local flavours of the Cape.
Crispy Bacon Sticks With Cheese
Ideal for parties, game days, or a cozy night in, these crispy bacon sticks with cheese are easy to prepare and guaranteed to satisfy the cravings of any stoned citizen.
Whip Up A Haunting Rooibos Pumpkin Pie For Halloween
Whip up a hauntingly delicious Rooibos Pumpkin Pie for Halloween that’s so good, it might just raise the spirits and lower the blood pressure.
Spilling The Tea On Ouma Rusks, South Africa’s Most Iconic Rusk Brand
When Elizabeth Anne Greyvensteyn casually decided to sell rusks in her tiny North-Eastern Cape town over eighty years ago, she probably thought, “Hey, I’ve got a snack, and it’s a bit hard—perfect for a good crunch!” Little did she know that her crunchy little treats would one day rise from humble beginnings to become the most iconic rusk and a breakfast superstar of South Africa, proving that sometimes, the harder the rusk, the sweeter the success!