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AUTUMN COOK'S TABLE 2008

A VIBRANT VIEW OF 
FOOD, TRAVEL & WINE

  A MAGAZINE ON-LINEWinner of the Galliova Merit Award for Food Styling & Photography

 Annette Kesler - Editor
Chania Morritt-Smith - Managing Editor
Christina Cambitzis - Creative Projects Co-Ordinator
Franz Lauinger - Photography
Click on links, see Inside Story on Showcook and scroll down...

 

 

 BACK BY SPECIAL REQUEST
HOT SOUPS
ON THE TABLE

MONDAY TO SUNDAY

Soups, glorious soups. When the leaves have fallen, thoughts turn to home-made soups; rich, wholesome and essentially simple. There is nothing more warming and comforting!

 

 BACK BY SPECIAL REQUEST
SYMPHONY OF OILS
  

By Leslie Back

Part One & Part Two

An oil a day...how should we be using these symphony of oils?

There is a whole spectrum of oil; Cod-Liver, Grape Seed, Salmon, Avocado, Linseed (Flaxseed) and Sesame Oil. How should we be using these and are we making the optimum choice? Leslie Back points us in the right direction in her valuable two part series!

 

 

 NEW! A DATE IN BAHRAIN

By Melissa van Maasdyk

Part One & Part Two

My mother thought I’d be bored. Others worried about security issues or how I’d cope with the heat. When Melissa van Maasdyk moved to Bahrain she found the country laidback and relatively liberal, a hive of activity with a buzzing restaurant and art scene, deliciously intriguing cuisine and a veritable united nations of movers and shakers. 

 

**SEE IN THE NEWS**

Spreading the word...

Solms-Delta, A Joyous Celebration
The Good Life Festival of Fine Brandy in Sandton
Onewaterfront Wine & Dine series, 
the first of their winter soirées. 
Searching for hotels worldwide...
click here!

 

NEW! COURAGE AND RICE
My journey along the great wall of China
By David Grier

The pursuit of good food has always been an integral part of David Grier's life, celebrity chef, extreme adventurer, author and philanthropist. In his superb book, 'Courage and Rice', David recalls his journey along The Great Wall of China, detailing every inch of a once in a life time experience. The book includes his view of eating in this diverse, endlessly intriguing country, one that encompasses many levels from the exquisite to the most basic of street food. 

 

NEW! DEM BONES
With Sally-Ann Creed

Osteoporosis is exactly what its name suggests - porous bones or thin bones. It's remarkably common in fact, so much so that one in two women and one in 5 men over the age of 50 are said to be suffering from it.

 

 

SEE! SNACKS AND TREATS 
FOR SUSTAINED ENERGY 1

With Gabi Steenkamp and Jeske Wellmann

 

Gabi Steenkamp and Jeske Wellmann are two highly accomplished dieticians and contributing authors for 'Sustained Energy for Kids'. In 'Snacks and Treats for Sustained Energy', their newest book in the series, they have made the ultimate contribution towards easy-to-make foolproof, low GI recipes. 

 

SEE! KITCHEN SECRETS

April is Fairlady’s Birthday month, Food Editor Nikki Werner visits three past Fairlady Foodies as they cook their own favourite recipe from their years on the magazine's food pages. 

 

DAY TO DAY
Easy recipes for everyday cooking and instant entertaining.
By Phillippa Cheifitz

In Phillippa Cheifitz's 'Day To Day', she has assembled a collection of easy, fabulous recipes. A blueprint that will please your family and when you entertain, impress your friends. 

Enjoy a variation on a theme, perfect the year round. We have chosen Marvellous Mince, five versatile ways with well seasoned, good quality mince, working around Phillippa's basic recipe. 

 

NOT THE MOZZARELLA YOU KNOW
By Hilary Prendini Toffoli

Soft, white mozzarella made from buffalo milk is one of Italy’s great delicacies and it’s now being made in the Cape, Hilary Prendini Toffoli meets the herd.

 

 

**SEE IN THE NEWS**

Michael Olivier, among the most down to earth wine fundis, is fundamental in his approach.  'CRUSH 100 South African Wines To Drink Now' is a must have annual dealing with wine appreciation in Michael's inimitable and most enjoyable style. 

 

VEGETARIAN ADVENTURE
With Viviane Bauquet Farre

Creative New York chef and food writer Viviane Bauquet Farre, a lifelong vegetarian, joins SHOWCOOK with delicious dishes using fruit, vegetables, salad leaves, grains and pulses. Viviane adds a stylish and elegant touch to her recipes that makes each dish a culinary adventure! 

 

BE THE BIGGEST LOSER
With Annette du Toit

The truth is there is no magic pill or potion that will just melt fat away, there cannot be any weight loss without any "pain"! Hands on Annette du Toit, who has been advising on health matters for over twenty years, explains exactly what your options are and how to help yourself . 

 

ON THE TABLE 
THE LURE OF CHUTNEY

By Oded Schwartz

The Concise Oxford dictionary describes chutney as pungent, originally Indian condiment of fruit, vinegar etc. - a puny and dull entry for this versatile condiment that now, casually, appears on tables all over the world. Oded Schwartz invites us to try these fascinating blends!

 

 COOK'S CORNER

HEAVENLY & HEALTHY
THE BROOKDALE EXPERIENCE

Brookdale Health Hydro in KwaZulu-Natal celebrates the 15th anniversary of one of South Africa's most fulfilling health hydro experiences. For Tony and Wendy Somers- Cox and their dedicated staff, Brookdale has become a way of life; sensible, balanced and sustainable, embracing the hydro's philosophy of sharing, encouraging people to take control of their health. An oasis in a toxic environment with fewer healthy choices, Brookdale has not wavered from their vision. This is where you come to rest, reflect and take stock. 

 

COLOUR IN YOUR DIET

New age eating at a glance... food for thought!

How colour provides food for thought and a blue print for new age eating.  We are looking at what stimulates, builds, heals and new ideas for mental concepts, and what gives you energy, joy, gaiety and warmth as well as cleansing and healing. 

 

LONDON LETTER
With
Astrid Michelow 

"Bathing the Red Horse"
Kuzma Pertov Vodkin 1912
The State Tretyakov , Gallery Moscow

"The Dance" Henri Matisse 1910
State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg

London’s art community has been all of a twitter of late as we anxiously awaited the arrival of the From Russia exhibition. At first it was going to be From Russia with love, but ultimately it turned out to be From Russia with reluctance. 

 

ON PARADE
THE MUST- HAVE CAKES & TARTS
 

A collection of divine recipes that you will want to keep and enjoy. Chocolate, almonds, oranges and semolina, wholesome, simple and delicious tastes together with a soupçon of the unusual by some well known food writers. Among them Phillippa Cheifitz, Heilie Pienaar, Marlene van der Westhuizen, Barbara Newman and Sue Lawrence known as the 'Queen of Baking' in Scotland.

 

ENTERTAINING EXPERTS PARTY IN STYLE WITH HEALTHY FARE
By Susan Peters

In a world where many people seem to be on perpetual diets, today’s health-savvy hosts know the importance of offering nutritious, low-calorie food options at their parties. Susan Peters gives us a taste of their pizzazz!

 

FRENCH FLAIR AT VINEXPO
IN BORDEAUX, FRANCE

By Penelope Horwood

Penelope Horwood attended the 2007 Edition of Vinexpo,  in Bordeaux. And … was it fun!!!  It teemed with life, vivid colours, people, stand attractions, dancing girls, great wine tastings, informative seminars and the Who's Who of the Global Wine Fraternity.

 

 

THE ELEGANT VEGETARIAN
By Susan Peters

New York chef Viviane Bauquet Farre, who is a lifelong vegetarian, chats to Susan Peters about her creative, plant-based diet, dishes that please even her carnivorous customers.

 

 

 ZHOOZSH

Cooking with Jeremy & Jacqui Mansfield

Humorous, larger than life, one of South Africa's favourite and multiple award winning radio personalities, Jeremy Mansfield teams up with his blond, gorgeous wife, Jacqui in producing fabulous Zhoozsh! 

 

 

  CAMINO DE SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
AN EPIC PILGRIMAGE 

On 3rd May 2007 Margi Biggs took an inspirational and epic 800 km pilgrimage along the Camino Francés in Spain raising money and awareness for StreetSmart South Africa. 

 

FLORENCE THE GOLDEN CITY
by Lviah Fenster

The storied city of Florence blooms with art, history, sensuality, food, fashion and fragrance. Lviah Fenster guides you through some of its beautiful attractions. 

 

 

FOOD, WINE & FLOWERS

  A blend of some of our favourite things
at Birkenhead House and the new Birkenhead Villa.

DE GRENDEL WINES
Epitome of Grace

VON GEUSAU FINE CHOCOLATES

LA RESIDENCE
At Play

The new sumptuous La Residence Boutique Hotel in Franschhoek, is the third in Liz and Phil Biden's brilliant South African trio, which includes the memorable Royal Malewane in the Kruger National Park and the gorgeous Birkenhead House & Villa in Hermanus. 

 A SHOWCOOK.COM PRODUCTION 
Photography by Franz Lauinger

 

 

OUT TO DINE WITH
RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX

Plaisir de Merle

Le BonheurUitkyk

Celebrated Cape Relais & Chateau properties; Le Quartier Français, The Cellars Hohenort and Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve and Retreat join us in a stunning three part feature together with distinctive wines from Plaisir de Merle, Uitkyk and Le Bonheur showcased in glorious settings. 

A SHOWCOOK.COM PRODUCTION
Photography by Franz Lauinger

 
 

COUNTRY MATTERS
With Lyn Hall

Lyn Hall, esteemed food writer and brilliant teacher, living in the exquisite English countryside, shares the joys and trials of life in her Gloucestershire country home and kitchen, away from the hectic pace of London. 


ABOUT SHOWCOOK
The Inside Story!

Annette Kesler - Editor
Chania Morritt-Smith - Managing Editor
Christina Cambitzis - Creative Projects Co-Ordinator
Franz Lauinger - Photography

Contributing Editors -
Leslie Back (RSA), Michael Olivier (RSA)
Hilary Prendini Toffoli (RSA), Roy Watts (RSA)
Astrid Michelow (UK)
Susan Peters (USA), Jane Baxter Lynn (USA)

Correspondents -
 Elsa Tan (née Van der Nest) (Singapore)
Roberta Muir (Sydney) and Melissa van Maasdyk (Bahrain)

FOOD & TRAVEL See some of the most vibrant and exciting hot spots, lodges and top restaurants in South Africa and abroad - from rooms with a view to food that captivates. 

See more in TRAVEL MENU on Showcook!

IN THE NEWS  Spreading the word...

TO THE POINT  by Leslie Back
Leslie Back explores and demystifies subjects such as Salad Leaves, Oysters, Salt, Butter, Milk, Olive Oil, Tea and Coffee, answering perplexing questions and providing in-depth, practical and sensible information.  

ON THE TABLE  Where you will find a choice of dishes from starters through to mains and desserts. From the easy, down to earth and practical, to inspirational and everyday.

HEALTH  IN VOGUE WITH HEALTH & SPAS 
Food for Vitality and Showcook explores the way forward!

COOK'S CLASS A series designed to develop and perfect
your skills in the kitchen. See
Beginner's Basics and learn to cook with Showcook Quick Bites to successful cooking.

Browse in COOK'S CORNER for those who love to read and for those who love to eat! 

 

 

FRESH & HEALTHY  

Step-by-Step to Life with the Heart Foundation of South Africa

We are delighted to introduce our book Fresh & Healthy Step-by-Step to Life by Annette Kesler. You will find an accessible way of cooking, one that is life enhancing, helping to ensure an enduring quality of life for you and your family. Heart healthy topics play their vital part in this book from exercise to medication, cholesterol management to understanding stress. 

 

 R 162.50 available at leading book stores in South Africa.
For further information contact: LANNICE SNYMAN PUBLISHERS

  courtenay@lannicesnyman.com 

 

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