This week I am pleased to feature Kamini Pather from Deelishuss as my interviewee. Kamini writes a beautiful blog that showcases her delicious creations and adventures in the kitchen and her amazing photography skillsas well as events and restaurants she visits. You must know her blog is inspiring when it makes me, a non-foodie, want to try out some of her recipes! Previously Kamini blogged as Lady K on Aficionado these days she works as a freelancer and has recently started presenting a radio show on 2oceansvibe from 1 – 3 pm on Fridays called 2 girls 1 mic with …  Read More »

Today I am pleased to feature a guest post from Ana who has shared a tasty Moussaka recipe that your kids will love. I’m not a big fan of cooking but obviously do have to do it like most moms -if I lived alone I think it might be a different story (hello Woolies!) Anyway I am thrilled to discover new easy recipes for family meal times and especially when they have been tried by other moms who can vouch for them. I am equally excited when a fellow blogger wishes to guest post about food on my blog as …  Read More »

Last week I was invited to a workshop on Cake Decorating with Good Housekeeping magazine held at Chez Gourmet in Claremont. As you are most likely aware I am no kitchen queen but I do enjoy a bit of baking as long as there is no stress or deadline….and I can make as much mess as is necessary ;) The aim of this event was to teach a group of girls like myself a few more tips about cake decorating and I was thrilled to be able to try out some new techniques and discover how easy some things are. …  Read More »

No parent will intentionally buy unhealthy food for their kids but sometimes so called “healthy food” may find its way into the kitchen. The level of obesity in young children has been steadily rising over the years, with greater risk to their health. Even if there if we pay attention to the kinds of food our kids consume, there is no stopping the infiltration of unhealthy food into our increasingly affluent societies.   This has much to do with the advertising by food companies hoping to promote their brands. Their commercials may be just to promote their brands rather than …  Read More »

Ok so by now you must realise that I am quite possibly the worst housewife this side of Table Mountain! This is especially with regards to cooking. It is not something I do often and when I do I get COMPLETELY stressed out. A few weeks back my husband was away on business and I resorted to Woolies Chicken, pre-made meals and some steamed veg with fried sausage – truth be told my sister-in-law fried it! I did insist I could do it but she obviously knows better ;) Anyway a friend recently asked me for a particular recipe which …  Read More »

As it’s National Pregnancy Week I thought I would share this article about Top 10 Eating Tips for Pregnancy. 1. Enjoy a variety of foods: Different kinds of food provide different kinds of nutrients. Strive to include a range of foods that supply beneficial nutrients, rather than opting for poor food choices. 2. Don’t overeat: Only one extra snack is needed each day to meet the extra energy needs of pregnancy. 3. Eat safe food: Care must be taken that foods are not contaminated with harmful germs, so know what you’re eating and where it comes from. 4. Make starchy …  Read More »

Next week (12 – 18 Feb 2012) is National Pregnancy Week in South Africa and to highlight this I will be featuring a few guest articles about Optimum Nutrition in Pregnancy over the next few days…. Optimal nutrition during pregnancy is critical for women’s and children’s long-term health Pregnant women should focus on adopting and adhering to healthy eating plans that promote optimal nutrition in terms of the quality and quantity of the foods during their pregnancy. This is according to the Association for Dietetics in South Africa (ADSA), which is using the upcoming Pregnancy Week (12-18 February 2012) to …  Read More »

I just found out about this event taking place in Cape Town at the Freeworld Design Centre during November. The line up looks fantastic – great foodies and films – it’s so hard to know which one to choose. I would happily go to all but will settle for one. Which do you think? Anyone keen to join me?? To view the lineup visit their website here. source: Freeworld Design Centre

September 2011 the tent of dream returns to the Mother City. The legendary Madame Zingara restaurant is setting up it’s beautiful “Theatre of Dreams” next to Century City. This will be the Madame’s ten year anniversary and the spectacular will showcase all the best singing, dancing and acrobatic acts from the past few years. As usual top act – Three Tons of Fun – will entertain the audience between acts and finish off the show with their show stopping song renditions that will get everyone participating. Madame Zingara started life in Cape Town’s Loop Street and became well known for …  Read More »

The latest lovely edition of Sweet Paul is out – this is def one of my favourite online magazines and is always a treat! Click this link to view more beautiful pages of inspiration in the Fall edition of Sweet Paul (based on the Northern Hemisphere!) Loving this clever idea photographed by Alexandra Grablewski There is a lovely feature on using silouettes in your decor. YUM….. Sweet Paul is a professional food stylist which explains these amazing pics of plates of perfection! I’m dreaming of a lovely picnic in the outdoors – one of my favourite ways to enjoy food! …  Read More »