HEALTH! COLD & FLU NATURAL THERAPIES

By Sally-Ann Creed

We’ve all heard the old wives tales of how you mix one disgusting thing with another and end up drinking a brew that tastes like fermented drain water mixed with garlic – and this is supposed to ward off or shorten a cold, not so? Well, maybe these brews work for you, but they’ve never worked for me. The following information will either help you to get over a cold/’flu – or hopefully, not get one at all. 

SEE! EAT IN

Take a look at Eat In and their view of
South Africa’s National Treasures

‘Eat In’ comes out annually, celebrating our local food heroes of the year, who are making, baking, farming and producing the most delicious tastes, helping to form South Africa’s own style of cooking using home grown ingredients. 

FEATURE SPECIES: MACKEREL

With Roberta Muir

Mackerels live in tropical and temperate waters all around the world. Members of the same family as Tunas, the Scrombridaes, the family resemblance is obvious in their powerful, streamlined bodies designed for great speed and long ocean journeys. Like their close cousins they’re prized for their meaty, oily flesh, which is appreciated by dolphins, whales, seagulls, marlins and sharks, as well as humans.

SOUTH AFRICA EATS

With Phillippa Cheifitz

Phillippa Cheifitz reflects memories of our diverse cultural
 heritage and the many people that have formed South Africa’s
culinary home. In her newest book you will find a tempting
 sampler of dishes that are inspired by their unique traditions.
The late Donna Benatar, a Sephardi cook who lived at the Cape,
 established, through her generous and unstinting entertaining,
a reputation for the colourful and flavourful Sephardi cooking
that attracts so many cooks worldwide to this accessible table.

SAFFRON FISH BISQUE

Learn to Cook with Showcook

Fragrant and spicy, a memorable soup to add to your collection. Far simpler than the classic bouillabaisse this warming economical fish soup uses mainly fish trimmings and a profusion of vegetables and spices. 

SEE! THE POWER OF SUNSHINE & WATER - Part One

By Mary-Ann Shearer

Both sunlight and water contribute significantly to countless aspects of well-being, so let’s take a closer look at these often overlooked but vitally important health boosters. 

HONEYMOONS

AUTUMN IDYLL AT THE PALACE

Serene, joyous, supremely carefree days. Spend them together beside the sea, waterski on azure waters, canter along the beach, take wonderful walks deep in the forest, sip a glass of red wine warmed by the fire. Honeymoon forever.  

FRESH TOMATO, CAPER AND LEMON LINE FISH

Learn to Cook with Showcook

This light fish dish is the perfect stand by for summer days.

FISH VINDAYE

Learn to Cook with Showcook

Vindayes have their origins in Mauritius, the volcanic island way out in the Indian Ocean. Essentially they are exotic versions of pickled or soused fish flavoured with turmeric or saffron, mustard, bay leaves, garlic, chillies and ginger. 

CELEBRATING SALLANDROUZE

A Showcook Production

When Lanie van Reenen opened her doors at Sallandrouze in June 2008 it was cause for celebration. Today the Hôtel Château Sallandrouze & Café Sallandrouze is enchanting Aubusson and visitors from abroad with its elegance and sumptuous cuisine.