On September 01 when I sat down to write this, the weather in Cape Town was so miserable that not one happy spring thought sprang to mind. In disgust (and in retrospect, rather wisely) I gave up the idea, dived back onto the couch and put all thoughts of trying out of my mind.
Sunday September 02 dawned crisply sunny – you know the kind of weather when you wear a T-shirt but pack a jersey just in case. A smile instantly found it’s way to my lips and I was out the door soaking up the sunshine without giving the couch a second glance.
Then we did what it appeared the rest of the neighbourhood was doing – in true SA style, we lit a fire, invited some friends and had a braai.
The first of the season’s young asparagus, steamed, cooled and dipped into thick, lemony homemade mayo was a great ‘made to share’ starter while we stood around the fire. A couple of racks of lamb, boiled baby potatoes and a radish, fennel, celery and feta salad completed the meal, all washed down with lots of crisp Durbanville Hills Sauvignon Blanc ’07. Not to be cheated out of a moment in the glorious sunshine, we leapt in the car with a huge tub of Sinnfull’s extraordinarily good coffee ice cream and traipsed a little way up the mountain behind our house to gaze at the twinkling ocean, listen to the birds, gorge ourselves on ice cream and bask in the glory of spring. Aah at last the long happy months of eating-in, out…in the sun, begin…
Please let me know (eatin.web@newmediapub.co.za) of any fabulously innovative braai ideas you and your friends may have and I’ll post the best of your ideas and recipes right here on the Eat In newsletter and our gorgeous website www.eat-in.co.za.
Here’s to spring and all the warm, sunny days ahead.
Justine
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Mouth-watering smoothies
There is no better way to get back into shape than with some delicious liquid snacks! This summer, mocktails and smoothies are bursting with fresh fruit flavours and daring spices! They are easy to create and can be shared with your family or friends by the pool.
Mango & Cinnamon Lassie
Glass: Tall 340ml
Ingredients:
100ml mango juice
100ml Bulgarian / Homemade Indian Yoghurt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon lime or lemon juice
Blend all ingredients with 4 blocks of ice
Garnish: slice of dried mango
Note: You can make this without the cinnamon if you prefer.
Honey & Almond Smoothie
Glass: Tall 340ml
Ingredients: ½ peeled banana
2 tablespoons honey
¼ cup of Bulgarian yoghurt
¼ cup of flaked almonds
Splash 2 shots of orange or granadilla juice
Blend all ingredients together with 4 blocks of ice
Garnish: Almond flakes or banana slice
Note: Ensure that all ingredients are fresh & it’s even better if it's straight out the fridge. Add more honey if you like it sweeter.
Compliments of the Bartender’s Workshop. www.bartendersworkshop.co.za.
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Kiddies cookery course
During the September school holidays, Silwood Kitchen in Cape Town will be running a one day kiddies class for 5-12 year olds.
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Whisky, Whales & All that Jazz festival – Plettenberg bay
Head to Plett for the spectacular Whisky, Whales and Jazz festival from 21-24 September.
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Knysna Gastronomica Festival
The Knysna Gastronomica takes place from 23 Sept to 1 Oct. Come have fun with food, wine, beer, dance, music, passion, a market and some Performing arts.
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Overberg Fruit and Wine Expo – Villiersdorp
The Overberg Fruit and Wine Expo (11-13 Oct) focuses on the Overberg’s Fruit and Wine industry More >>>
Go to our Food and Wine Calendar for plenty more events nationwide www.eat-in.co.za/static/events/index.php.
Email us at eatin.web@newmediapub.co.za if you know of any event that is not listed.
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Congratulations to the winners of the 2007 Eat In RMB Private Bank Produce Awards!
The winners and runners-up were announced yesterday at an Awards function at Dish Food and Social in Cape Town. Click here for the winners
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Keeping your cool with Savanna chill-pack
Make sure your Savanna is as chilled-out as you are, this summer. Especially with all the picnics and braai's that are coming up in the next few months.
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Health and wellness under one roof
The very first Wellness Warehouse was launched in Cape Town’s Kloof Street Lifestyle Centre recently.
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Yuppiechef
What do you get when you add a dash of techno-junkie with a pinch of the ultimate Gordon Ramsey wannabes? Answer: Yuppiechef.
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Smart Chefs Don't Let Food Boil Over
New on the shelves is the premium bennett.read range of superior quality kitchen appliances, bringing you stylish and innovative products to enhance your life.
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Music to Cook to
If music be the food of love, press Play. Nikki Benatar is convinced that the soundtrack is as important as the ingredients to infuse the cooking space with atmosphere and lasting memories.
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Wine Cocktails: Recipes certain to shake and stir
With the sub-zero temperatures South Africa has been experiencing, it is hard to believe that Spring is just around the corner - but it is and undoubtedly welcomed by us all. And, what better way to enjoy those warm, balmy afternoons than with a refreshing cocktail? Read More >> |
