SOY SAUCE'S INTERESTING AND MULTI-DIMENSIONAL FLAVOUR EXPLAINED: The Fifth Flavour: Umami Something of a holy grail, after the rote sweet, sour, salt and bitter, there is a "fifth flavour" known as umami that has garnered attention for its pivotal effect in the savoury bouquet. Studies confirm that...
The rabbit hole deepens. You have cleaned up your act. Your cleaning cupboard is no longer a poison pit, you’ve found a fantastic local organic fruit and veg box scheme and your pantry is pretty much moving towards being organic only. But what about your...
A good bottle of organic wine just wouldn't be quite as special without a few loved ones to share it with - and of course, some tasty treats and snacks to complement its flavours and aromas. Check out these tasty suggestions for the best nuts, cheeses,...
There's been a lot of buzz about the Derma Roller lately; so what exactly is it, what does it do and what makes it such a hot "must-have" beauty tool? What is a Derma Roller? As the name suggests, the Derma Roller is a tool designed to...
We're so proud and excited about the latest addition to our ever-growing list of categories - a range of proudly South African organic wines from trusted local organic vineyards. Red, white or rose, from special celebrations to everyday sipping, we've got a wine for every...
If the chilly weather has got you in the mood for something sweet but not too sinful, you're in luck. We've put together a selection of delectable and slightly unusual Banting desserts you can make at home. Have fun with these creative combinations, and enjoy...
Do you know that diseases like type 1 diabetes, psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis have more in common than you may realise? What about multiple sclerosis, motor-neuron disease or an underactive thyroid? The thing that these diseases all have in common is that they are all...
“I felt my lungs inflate with the onrush of scenery—air, mountains, trees, people. I thought, "This is what it is to be happy.” - Sylvia Plath, The Bell Jar Green isn’t just a colour, it’s become a state of mind, a way of living. It’s love and respect...
As the winter chill sets in, the thought of voluntarily dousing yourself with icy water may cause you to raise a skeptical eyebrow, as you gratefully cuddle yourself deeper into your cosy woolen slippers. Yet there are those who would disagree and would go so...
