Woolworths TASTE

Woolworths TASTE is a multi-award-winning magazine, produced by New Media for South African retailer, Woolworths. Each special edition features more than 50 inspiring and delicious recipes - from quick and easy weeknight dinners for the family to indulgent weekend meals to share with friends. There's always room for a dessert or fool-proof bake too! For more visit taste.co.za

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Woolworths TASTE

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FLAME GAME • This fire-cooked feast was inspired by the year's hottest food destinations. From slow-cooked Brazilian ribs, tandoori chicken and lamb shawarma to a fiery-sweet Caribbean sauce and Korean-style dip for veg, Abigail Donnelly brings all kinds of heat

Off the Menu • EAT THIS, DRINK THAT, BUY THESE. RIGHT NOW.

SO HOT RIGHT NOW On our radar • The star-chef-helmed bar-staurant blowing up the socials; slow-fire cooking you should try; and the Indian dish we can't stop making

WOOLIES HEROES Offally good • Once you've had a couple of crispy skilpadjies hot off the braai, there's no going back. Just ask product developer Truitjie van Rooyen, who brought the culinary icon to Woolies’ shelves

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT Dry rubs • What if we told you your collection of dry rubs is good for more than displaying on your #shelfies? These guys can improve flavour and texture. We break down the components to help you get the best out of them over the coals

FOOD NERD TO FOLLOW Yewande Komolafe • Born in Germany and raised in Nigeria and the States, the New York Times cooking writer and columnist has a résumé that reads like the itinerary of a globetrotting food-show host

ANATOMY OF A DISH The G.O.A.T • Hue Café's legendary goat stew has converted many sceptics into fans for life. Chef-owner Lindah Majola lifts the lid on Durban's hottest bucket-list meal

BOOKS FOR COOKS No meat, just two veg • Veg-centric cooking is still a hot topic in culinary circles (for good reason), and these two new cookbooks make the simplest veg shine, whether you're making dinner or exploring the world of pickles and ferments

109 words on… THE NON-ALCOHOLIC DIRTY LEMON SPRITZ • Looking for a sophisticated cocktail sans booze? This no-alc riff on a G&T (with hints of a dirty martini) will solve your day-drinking dilemmas, says Jeanne Calitz

Pair & share • If you're bored with the same-old reliable reds and crisp whites, and are looking for new braai-side wine options, WCellar has the ideal bottle to match all your fire-cooked faves

WHAT TO DRINK Brew it yourself • Embrace the teabag when crafting your next mocktail, says Jeanne Calitz, who is on the hunt for an elegant alternative that will measure up to a fine-dining menu, or just add some class to a casual night in

The Greek dish of wisdom • Because life isn't always perfect, we should recognise and treasure moments when it is at its best, writes Sam Woulidge. She was reminded of this on a recent trip to Greece, the place where she discovered that a dish prepared with care (and a warm heart) needn't look pretty to taste delicious

Sweeter by the dozen • For Diwali, a celebration of togetherness and cultural identity, Kapoochka's Hitesh Panchal chooses a favourite burfi recipe that is a bridge between past and present

To brisket and beyond • In Jewish life, food is never just about sustenance, writes Mandy Bloch. It's survival, memory, celebration, even in the faribels over how things “should” be done

The big scoop • Everyone loves an iconic South African dessert – from Peppermint Crisp tart to malva with custard. (We have the search results to prove it). So we attempted the ultimate mash-up. Turns out you can...