Woolworths TASTE

Woolworths TASTE is a multi-award-winning magazine, with an annual frequency of 11 issues, which is produced by New Media Publishing as a flagship brand for South African retailer, Woolworths. Innovative in design and content, it presents more than 50 delicious recipes in each issue in an exquisitely photographed yet accessible way, showcasing the variety of top-quality food products offered by Woolworths alongside the abundant creativity within the South African food industry. Woolworths TASTE consistently offers credible, easy-to-use dining-in solutions and creative entertaining ideas, and also shares new developments in the culinary world, keeping readers informed about food trends and personalities. For more visit taste.co.za

Plans for the weekend?

Woolworths TASTE

Dinner PLANS • Supper sorted in under 10 minutes? Don’t scoff, Gordon Ramsay’s latest book – Ramsay in 10 – says you can! Put these fine-looking dishes to the test, starting tonight. (Although even Gordon admits cheating may be required)

DONNA HAY’S Chicken 3 ways • The queen of no-fuss, IG-friendly family food is back with her new book One Pan Perfect. We scored three exclusive recipes, ideal for adding to your weeknight rotation. You’re welcome!

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POP ART • EAT THIS, DRINK THAT, BUY THESE. RIGHT NOW.

On our radar • Call us suggestible, but our current consumption – media and otherwise – is leaning to the sweet side

Sunshine incorporated • The clue’s in the name at Cape Town’s Egghead Diner, where every dish on the menu puts the OG protein powerhouse in the spotlight. Group exec chef Johan van Schalkwyk tells TASTE why their porkey bun brekky roll is so flippin’ good

Sifo The Cooking Husband • Pharmacist by day, #husbandgoals by night, Sinoyolo Sifo is on a mission to get more men into the kitchen – and to keep wooing his wife Nondumiso with his hearty self-taught kitchen creations

Harissa • No newcomer to the hot sauce hall of fame, this well-known (but underrated?) North African spice paste demands attention. Smoky, fragrant, earthy and acidic, its complexity means it can elevate everything from roast meat to salad dressings

Bun fight! • Team raisin or team extra-spicy? Straight-up buttered or toasted? Not surprisingly, the TASTE team has some strong opinions on optimal Woolies hot cross bun enjoyment and was generous enough to share them

Chocolate season • Keeping with tradition, Woolies’ shelves are loaded with excellent Easter swag, so hop to it and make sure your egg hunt has something for everyone

The royal treatment • Let’s hear it for long-weekend season! Whether you’re imagining dinner in the bush or high tea in the city, The Royal Portfolio has you covered

The agua fresca • For a bit of Mexico without the side-effects, Jeanne Calitz prescribes this fruity cooler

Chocolate notes • Instead of your standard pudding and go-to dessert wine, dazzle even your most particular guests with a selection of chocolate paired with the perfect wines, says Jeanne Calitz

The Taste case • Take your Easter menu to the next level with sommelier Miguel Chan’s expertly curated case of six wines to savour with pickled fish, slow-roasted lamb and more

Secrets of the Swartland • This is true big-sky sky country, known for its pioneering wines, excellent olives and good food – just what’s needed for a long-weekend road trip

SWARTLAND WINES AT WOOLIES • Taste the Swartland terroir with these wines available at selected stores and at woolworths.co.za.

Match points • Which wines should be on the table at your long weekend feast? Try this expert trio of pairings by sommelier and wine judge Joseph Dhafana

24 HOURS IN HOEDSPRUIT • From laid-back feasts in the shade of marula trees to...