The South African staple is getting the glory its due on National Baked Potato Day on 19 August. This versatile vegetable, besides being delicious in bakes, pies, stews and soups or simply in some foil with onion on the braai, is also full of nutrients. No wonder we love it so much. Put that banana […] More
A breakfast favourite! Breakfast is more than cereal and milk – especially if you need fuel for a busy day. Gone are the days when a piece of toast would suffice. Now we need something nutrient dense and tasty! A mushroom and spinach egg scramble is just what you need. Packed full of vitamins and […] More
Sitting around at home, watching TV and snacking a bit more than usual during lockdown? Try to keep it as healthy as possible with some crudités, or even if you opt for crisps, make sure to add some extra nutrition with the ultimate crudité and chip dip – guacamole! Surely the best invention of any […] More
BELIEVE IT OR NOT….MUSHROOMS MAKE VITAMIN D FROM THE SUN, JUST LIKE OUR BODIES DO. Mushrooms and humans react the same way when exposed to the sun Not only are mushrooms the only plant source of Vitamin D; they are also able to increase their natural Vitamin D content with exposure to the sun. Just […] More
According to the THP 2020 Flavour & Trend Forecast*, Michelin star restaurants around the world will be increasingly seeking out traditional ingredients from some of the oldest civilizations this year, particularly Central and South America. The SA Avocado Growers’ Association (SAAGA) has taken its cue from this prediction, and in 2020 is celebrating the ancient […] More
With a shape as interesting as its unmatched flavour, the jewelled green of an avocado tantalises from toast to tamarind-avo foam. June is World Avocado Month as proclaimed by the World Avocado Organization (WAO), of which South Africa is a member, and that means it’s time for some fanfare and fun, time to take your […] More
What have you got planned for Father’s Day on Sunday 21 June? Maybe forget the boring breakfast in bed – unless it’s loaded avo on toast or kimchi avocado omelette, which goes without saying! It’s South Africa, so there just has to be a braai later in the day. Hint: avocado is superb sliced onto […] More
With Father’s Day coming, it’s a reminder that we should look out for the health of the men in our lives and the good news is that delicious mushrooms on their plate will show that we really care! Why? Because mushrooms are rich in selenium and research indicates selenium can play a positive role in […] More
Burgers are a staple food. It’s International Burger Day on 28 May. While we are unable to go out to a burger joint, we can create our own at home – with a little help from The South African Mushroom Farmers Association – and celebrate this classic mealtime favourite. Get the family involved and try […] More
During the COVID-19 outbreak, South Africans are encouraged to eat healthily to boost immunity and lower their risk of diseases of lifestyle, such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes. For those who love braaiing, Pharma Dynamics has teamed up with well-known food consultant and cookbook author, Heleen Meyer and the Heart and Stroke Foundation […] More
During the COVID-19 outbreak, South Africans are encouraged to eat healthily to boost immunity and lower their risk of diseases of lifestyle, such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes. For those who love braaiing, Pharma Dynamics has teamed up with well-known food consultant and cookbook author, Heleen Meyer and the Heart and Stroke Foundation […] More
During the COVID-19 outbreak, South Africans are encouraged to eat healthily to boost immunity and lower their risk of diseases of lifestyle, such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes. For those who love braaiing, Pharma Dynamics has teamed up with well-known food consultant and cookbook author, Heleen Meyer and the Heart and Stroke Foundation […] More