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The Citizen
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Cookbook celebrates comfort, spice, and everything nice
Kim Bagley didn't plan to become a cookbook author, simply posting photos of her homemade meals to food groups on Facebook, but the response was overwhelming. 'People started asking for recipes. That's when I created a page called: Home Cooking in SA, which later became: Cooking with Kim Bagley.' Read more: From Facebook foodie to cookbook author As her page grew, an unexpected message changed her path forever. 'The late aunty Fatima Sydow sent me a voice note saying she wished she could have a plate of my food. Later, she video-called me and gave me advice I will never forget. She told me to do video tutorials and write a book. That one-hour call truly changed my life.' Bagley's new cookbook is a celebration of South African comfort food, built around three themes: Comfort, spice, and all things nice. She added that readers will find everything from hearty pastas and roasts to traditional Akni, Breyani, and syrupy koeksisters. 'It was tough deciding what to include. There are so many family recipes I cherish, but I chose the ones that hold meaning. Meals we eat on special occasions, and dishes that bring us together.' Bagley explained that her family played a major role. 'My husband supported me through everything, even when I left the corporate world to raise our daughters. My girls were my taste-testers, and my mom taught me what it means to cook with love.' She elaborated that love is the soul of the book. 'Food is how I show I care. I want readers to feel that same joy and warmth. This is not just a collection of recipes. It's my family's story.' Follow us on our Whatsapp channel, Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok for the latest updates and inspiration!
IOL News
11-07-2025
- General
- IOL News
Parkwood Unites for the Children: A Muharram Celebration of Giving and Community
The Parkwood community came together to honour Muharram, bringing joy and hope to over 2,000 children in need, fostering unity and compassion in a time of celebration. Image: Supplied In a heartwarming display of unity and compassion, the Parkwood community came together on Saturday, 5 July, to honour the sacred month of Muharram by giving back to the children who form the heartbeat of this resilient neighbourhood. Held at the Sabr Mosque, this annual initiative reached over 2,000 children from the local area—welcoming all, regardless of religion or background. The mosque was transformed into a space of joy and generosity, as children gathered inside to receive food, treats, and a warm sense of belonging. At the centre of the event was Buckets of Joy, a long-standing community project run by the mosque's volunteers. Despite operating with limited resources year after year, the team has remained enduring in their commitment to serve Parkwood's children with dignity and care. This year, their efforts received a welcome boost from Survé Philanthropies, which contributed funds to help expand the programme's reach. 'We're incredibly grateful for the support we received,' said a volunteer from Buckets of Joy. 'Every year, we do this for the kids, and having a partner like Survé Philanthropies come on board shows that others believe in the value of our work too.' Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading The event unfolded with an uplifting rhythm. Children were first invited into the mosque, where they engaged with organisers and volunteers who offered encouragement and friendly smiles. After short interactions, each child was given a small monetary gift along with a colourful party packet filled with treats. They then proceeded to collect hearty servings of Akni, a traditional spiced rice dish deeply loved in Cape communities. The joy was unmistakable. Laughter rang out through the streets as children left with their parcels in hand, sharing their excitement with one another. For many families in Parkwood, where financial challenges are a daily reality, this initiative provided not just nourishment but a reminder that their community has not forgotten them. Survé Philanthropies, known for its commitment to social development, education, and community upliftment, said the decision to support the Parkwood Muharram initiative was an easy one. 'We believe in supporting grassroots projects that are driven by compassion and community spirit,' said a spokesperson for Survé Philanthropies. 'Buckets of Joy is one such project, it reaches people where they are, and it reminds children that they matter.' The initiative also carried a message of inclusion and togetherness. Children from all religions were welcomed and treated equally, reflecting the broader values of humanity, charity, and respect that underpin the significance of Muharram.
