World Food Safety Day which is commemorated annually on 7 June –  throws the spotlight on food safety awareness and the steps required to prevent, detect and manage foodborne risks and illnesses. Food safety refers to handling, preparing, transporting and storing of foodstuffs in a way that best reduces the risk of persons becoming sick […]

The Consumer Goods Council of South Africa has warned of food shortages which may lead to a repeat of the July 2021 riots which ravaged parts of KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. ALSO READ: Food prices: Good news for South Africa as prices expected drop LOAD SHEDDING AFFECTING FOOD SECURITY According to the Daily Investor, Zinhle Tyikwe, CEO of the […]

Youth Month The search for great-tasting artisan cheese and healthy, non-processed food is growing in South Africa and Mahlatse Mailula (32) is among local food manufacturers who are meeting the demand. ALSO READ: State-Leased farm gets revived by award-winning entrepreneur Artisan cheese is made primarily by hand, it includes the traditional methods of cheesemaking. Based […]

Food contamination including snacks is at a high rate in Nigeria as millions cases of diarrhoea and thousands of deaths have been reported. Food safety is a concern for Nigerians after increasing reports of food-borne illnesses in recent years. According to the Consumer Advocacy for Food Safety and Nutrition Initiative (CAFSANI), consumption of unsafe food […]

When a state-leased family farm lay fallow after its subsistence farmer patriarch passed on, the entrepreneurial spirit of his daughter-in-law kicked in, and she worked hard to revive it. Today, the initiative is thriving, even earning accolades from the country’s head of state. The director of Kevinot Farming,  Nonopa Tenza, was among a group of […]

If you’re baking fish, roasting vegetables or preparing a piece of meat for dinner tonight, chances are that you’ll wrap your food in aluminium foil. What you may not realise is that some of the foil will leach into your meal – and this could be bad for your health. Research that I conducted with […]

Japanese brand Cellato has created the world’s most expensive ice cream, priced at a staggering R122k per serving. The world’s most expensive ice cream costs an eyewatering $6380 (R122k) per serving. It was reportedly created by a Japanese brand, Cellato, intending to snag the Guinness World Record. READ: Weather: High waves and wind gusting up to 80km/h […]

Bakers Tennis Biscuits, which have been around since 1911, are still South Africa’s most popular coconut biscuit. MUST READ | Life saver: Affordable fabric has been designed to block mosquito bites They are the not-so-secret ingredient in many a fridge cake recipe, especially that old family favourite, peppermint crisp tart. And they just got better! Bakers […]

Winter is an important season for South African agriculture, with some of its key field crops being produced during the cold months of June, July and August, and maturing after that, with harvesting in December. Preparation of the land for winter crops begins in April, which is also the same time harvesting of the summer […]

It’s getting harder to get out of bed in the morning and for many of us, we only wake up when we have our first cup of coffee. However, we sometimes need a bit of an extra incentive and a bit of sweetness makes that more enticing. This homemade caramel coffee recipe is that combination […]

After being dragged for filth after a shopper filmed a video of a live rat in a pack of raw chicken, Woolworths has finally revealed the outcome of their investigation. Over the weekend, the viral video elicited strong reactions from consumers, some of whom threatened to boycott the store. The incident took place at the […]

South Africa has been grappling with power cuts for 15 years, which have worsened in recent years. The persistent power outages have disrupted every facet of life, including food safety. The Conversation Africa’s Ina Skosana spoke to food safety expert Lise Korsten about the impact of persistent power cuts on the food in our homes […]

If you want a fancy dinner this winter, try this luxurious ostrich fillet steak with red wine & mushroom sauce with those you want to impress. Ostrich fillet steak with red wine & mushroom sauce is a fancy dinner delight. Photo credit – Irene Muller Have you been in the mood for steak? Do you […]

A very few desserts from South Africa get their deserved worldwide recognition. Peppermint crisp tart is often listed as one of the favourites in South Africa and it should be enjoyed more around the world. This fancy peppermint crisp tart isn’t different in taste, but in how you serve it. Our fancy peppermint crisp tart […]

Checkers has announced that it is the official partner of the PRIME energy drink that has blown up on social media in recent weeks in SA. Prime energy drinks – created by Logal Paul and KSI – have recently launched in SA. Images via Twitter: @anele Checkers has announced that it is the official partner of […]

Start your weekend morning on the tastiest note when you make some loaded scrambled eggs with your choice of flavourful ingredients. Silky Scrambled Eggs. Image credit: Steve. Mullon On the weekend, you’ve got time to wake up whenever you want to and make the breakfast of your dreams without being rushed. However, that doesn’t mean […]

The thriving Western Cape wine industry was brought to its knees not too long ago, due to devastating limitations imposed during the COVID lockdowns. When South Africa enforced an alcohol ban to help ease hospital pressures, the world looked on in horror. SOUTH AFRICAN WINES GOING DOWN WELL IN THE UK Then, as the country entered […]

Is our food becoming less nutritious? If we use the most useful definition of “nutritious” – “having a macronutrient profile that is conducive to health, and a high ratio of micronutrients to calories” – the short answer is yes, and quite severely. Macronutrients include carbohydrates, protein, fat and fibre, and the distribution of these nutrients, […]

According to a recent feature by Big 7 Travel, one Cape Town cafe has ranked amongst the ’50 Most Instagrammable Cafes in the World’. CAPE TOWN CAFE GETS A SPOTLIGHT It’s all about what’s on the ‘Gram’ these days. And according to travel media company, Big 7 Travel, ‘Instagram continues to massively influence where people go […]

Whether you’re on a diet or just want to try something new with making desserts, this easy keto ice cream recipe is for you.

Netflix announced the release date for ‘Young, Famous & African’ season which includes Bonang Matheba and Andile Ncube’s exes. Netflix announces ‘Young, Famous & African’ season two release date. Image: supplied. Netflix has shared the first look at the second season of their hit unscripted series Young, Famous & African on Tuesday 18 April. The […]

Pork chops have become more popular recently which also means that you need more fun ways to cook them. The best pork chop is well seasoned and tender with well-rendered fat and a bit of crunch on that fat. To get all the seasoning you want, marinating your chops is the best option and this […]

SA-born billionaire Elon Musk’s mom, Maye revealed that she craved boerewors and pap while in South Africa this week. Elon Musk with sister Tosca, mom Maye and brother Kimbal. Images via Instagram @toscamusk. Model and dietician Maye Musk, revealed that she was craving boerewors and pap while in South Africa to accept her honorary PhD in […]

Enjoy another warm and cozy pudding when you make this Amarula pear tart. It’s rich, sweet and great with custard and ice cream! Autumn has reached South Africa which means that it’s also time for warmer desserts to enjoy after big meals. We often enjoy malva and chocolate puddings but you should try our Amarula […]

Nilesh Luckhoo, treasurer and cook at Food for Life SA, starts his day at 5:30am to prepare to cook large pots of plant-based meals to be distributed to dozens of community soup kitchens across the Cape Flats and parts of the Western Cape. At Food for Life SA’s branch in Schaapkraal, Philippi, prepares large pots […]