The history of the koeksister The word koeksister is of Dutch origin, from the word ‘koek’, which literally means a wheat flour confectionery and is also the origin of the…
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Canada is a wonderful country to live in – but for South Africans it’s very far away from family, friends and food! If you are craving the local flavours of…
Peppermint Crisp Tart is a uniquely South African dessert using the beloved South African Peppermint Crisp and is adored by children and adults alike. Its ingredients make it more of…
Every South African family has inherited a milk tart recipe from their grandmothers and everyone proudly proclaims their milk tart or ‘melktert’ is the very best one around. In fact,…
If you are tired of Big Mac burgers and traditional apple pie and craving the flavours of home, you’ll be delighted to discover you can easily shop for your South…
The whole of South Africa reeled in shock on the 10th of July 2019, when the news was announced that James Small had passed away due to a heart attack...
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South African sports stars are famous around the world for their prowess on the sport’s field and their general sportsmanship. Not surprisingly, our sports stars have also done well financially….
Despite the rise of Amazon Kindles and e-books, bookstores in South Africa are still flourishing. These days, South African bookstores are not just places for exploring the world of books,…
When it comes to referees, Jaco Peyper is a rugby referee that has international recognition and regard. As testimony to his skills as a rugby referee, he has been chosen…
Love them or hate them, insects are vitally important to the continued health of our ecosystem. South Africa is home to a wide diversity of insects. If you think you…