Of all the hats Clara Kapelembe Bwali wears in the food industry, she’d probably most proudly don that of an artist. “I’d love to believe that I’m a culinary artist because my job has so many titles.” To describe her practice in greater detail, Clara is a Zambian food content creator, recipe author, food photographer, cook and food influencer. She cooks food that captivates and engages her online audience, and she has developed recipes for printed publications including Bona magazine, and popular online magazines such as Black Foodie. Clara tempts her followers with diverse, dynamic plate ..read more

10. Roast chicken with almond stuffing There are many ways to roast a chicken and in May we shared this delicious version by Bianca Strydom. The almond-and-wild rice stuffing makes it perfect for Sunday lunch, plus it needs 10 minutes of prep time. It’s no wonder you flocked to this recipe! Find the recipe for roast chicken with almond stuffing here.  Find more roast chicken recipes here.  9. Italian tuna meatball soup The Woolworths Everyday WList great value hub is the gift that keeps on giving. It features dinners under R50 per serving and lunches under R35 per serving. In May, t ..read more

The betrayal I felt as a child when I eagerly opened an ice-cream container from the freezer only to find it full of dhal was so powerful, that I don’t think I ever got over it. It’s the reason I have trust issues. It’s also why I was dead-set against having leftovers in the freezer for the longest time. But, like with so many things in life, I’ve realised that my parents were right to freeze food. They could have picked a less traumatising container, but the practice is spot on. It just took me a while to get it, and when I started living alone it sunk in. Now my freezer is my best friend. Ba ..read more

1. 3-ingredient peanut butter biscuits Mogau Seshoene, a.k.a. The Lazy Makoti, is onto a winner with these cookies. They call for just three ingredients and are ready in under 25 minutes. Whip them up in the morning and pack a tin for the queue. Find the recipe for 3-ingredient peanut butter biscuits here.  2. LemonGold®️ butter popcorn This easy recipe by Jacqueline Burgess is made using microwave popcorn, so you can make it in no time. Lemon zest is rubbed into salt and melted butter is mixed with maple syrup, lemon juice and thyme. The result is a sweet, sour, salty mix that will keep ..read more

1. Roast feta gnocchi Remember the viral baked feta pasta of 2020? Well, we never got over how good it was. Hannah Lewry puts her own spin on it with this butter-roasted balsamic-and-tomato version. Add the caper brine to the tomatoes for extra flavour and, if you want a richer version, you could pan-fry the blanched gnocchi and use Woolworths’ Danish feta. Serve all versions with fresh basil. Find the recipe for roast feta gnocchi here.  ALSO READ: 6 effortless yet impressive dinners 2. Chicken piccata Whether you’re cutting down on carbs or just looking for something different, this ch ..read more

1. Sweetcorn tamarind soup with corn fritters The sweetness of the corn and coconut in the soup balances well with the sour tamarind, and the fritter batter keeps in the fridge for four days if you want to make it in advance. Abigail recommends serving charred rotis on the side if you don’t feel like making the fritters. Find the recipe for sweetcorn tamarind soup here.  ALSO READ: 7 warm puddings to satisfy your cravings 2. Marrow bone samp soup with no-yeast bread Fresh, home-made bread with soup will always be a vibe. This bread is made with amasi, but you could use plain yoghurt or b ..read more

Which knives should I buy? The first thing to understand before buying knives is what you will be using them for. If you know you’ll be butchering a lot of meat, a cleaver and boning knife might be on your shopping list. If most of your kitchen needs include slicing, dicing and chopping, then I have some good news: you only need three knives: 1. The paring knife There are some jobs that require a knife tip with a sharp edge and a blade fine enough to give you control while safely holding it. That’s the paring knife. With enough control you could use the tip of a chef’s knife, but the large bla ..read more

1. Cauliflower tacos Forget Taco Tuesday, you can have these beauties any day of the week. They’re meat-free, wheat and gluten-free and big on flavour. The secret? Salsa macha! This rich oil is a versatile condiment that you’ll want to put on everything! Find the recipe for cauliflower tacos here. 2. Pork enchilada Cheesy, spicy and ready in just 35 minutes, this one is definitely going to be a family favourite. You can change up the protein for more versions that are just as delicious. Find the recipe for pork enchilada here.  ALSO READ: 7 new dinner recipes to shake up your routine&nb ..read more

Our mothers do so much for us, so it’s kind of tough to know where to start when it comes to showing our appreciation for them. “Keep it simple,” advises Rebecca Timkoe of Gqeberha-based Ginger Pops confectionery. Living a life immersed in the sweet, Rebecca has made sweet treats for many a Mother’s Day and has racked up plenty of high-tea experience over the years. Ginger Pops is the city’s largest supplier of classic French macarons, delivering macarons in hundreds of creative flavours to her loyal fan base. Some of her most popular flavours include creamy crème brulée macarons with cracking ..read more

1. Air-fryer sausage rolls Using Woolies’ sizzlers means no additional seasoning is necessary. This quick recipe can be made even more convenient by rolling and freezing the sausage rolls, ready to air-fry when you need your next fix. Find the recipe for air-fryer sausage rolls here.  2. Air-fryer coconut prawns This dish ticks all the flavour boxes and will make that treat-night box of prawns go a long way. They’re crusted in coconut and served with Woolworths’ Asian Thai red curry soup, making for a showstopping starter. Find the recipe for air-fryer coconut prawns here.  ALSO RE ..read more