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News24
6 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- News24
Five warm, comforting bowls of pasta to cook this week
Supplied Whether its a quick midweek dinner or cosy weekend night in, pasta works for every occasion. From creamy sauces to bold spices, these five recipes are guaranteed to bring comfort to the last bits of winter ahead. TOP TIP: Do you want to make these later? Tap on the bookmark ribbon at the top of your screen and come back to it when you need to shop for ingredients or start cooking. Creamy mushroom and spinach tortellini A luscious dish featuring tender tortellini coated in a rich, creamy mushroom and spinach sauce. YOU Magazine Steak Bolognese pasta bake A hearty pasta bake combining juicy steak chunks with a robust, slow-cooked Bolognese sauce. Dan Jones Cajun chicken pasta in Amarula sauce Cajun-spiced chicken meets a rich Amarula cream sauce in this bold, South African-inspired pasta. Easy mac-and-cheese with bacon A quick comfort food classic made better with crispy bacon. Home Magazine Spicy courgette & ricotta pasta shells Pasta shells stuffed with a creamy ricotta and courgette filling. Home Magazine Show Comments ()
The Citizen
18-07-2025
- General
- The Citizen
The perfectly steamy Irish Cream cocktail for winter
Irish cream has long been a winter favourite for good reason. It's rich, velvety, and laced with just the right amount of sweetness. The blend of cream, whiskey and soft chocolate or coffee notes hits that perfect middle ground between a dessert and a drink. This hot spiced version includes melted chocolate and a pinch of ground cinnamon and nutmeg. Ingredients 50ml Irish cream liqueur (like Baileys or Amarula) 25ml vodka or whiskey 25ml hot milk or cream 6 squares of dark chocolate Pinch of ground cinnamon Pinch of nutmeg To garnish: Dried orange slice or a fresh orange twist Maraschino cherry Grated chocolate or cinnamon stick Method In a small saucepan, gently heat the milk over medium-low heat until warm – don't let it boil. Stir in the pieces of chocolate until melted and smooth. Add the Irish cream and whiskey, then stir in the cinnamon and nutmeg. Heat through gently for another minute. Pour into a heatproof glass or mug. Garnish with a dried orange slice or a twist of orange peel, and top with a cherry, grated chocolate, or cinnamon stick.
IOL News
16-07-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Court sides with Amarula in trademark battle over rival's name
Noble Spirits has lost its bid to appeal a decision banning it from launching a competitor to Distell's world-famous Amarula because the new product's name was too similar. A new would-be player in the marula liqueur game, Noble Spirits, has lost its bid to appeal a decision banning it from launching a competitor to Distell's world-famous Amarula because the new product's name was too similar. In a judgment handed down, the Western Cape High Court found in favour of Distell's subsidiary Southern Liqueur Company, when rival Noble Spirits took a previous matter on appeal. Towards the end of last year, Distell went to the same court in a bid to stop Noble from launching a marula alcoholic drink called Afrula. In that bid, Distell was successful as the Judge ruled that Distell 'acquired a clear and protectable right and that the infringement of such rights causes it potential harm or potential injury'. Distell first learnt that Noble aimed to get the Afrula name trademarked in April 2019, at which time the legal battle started. The Amarula maker argued that, not only were the names similar, but also the fact that the label had what looked like an elephant – like its own product – would confuse customers. Amarula as a brand has been in use since September 1989. Noble stated that this was not a side view of an elephant head, but rather a side view of an African woman. Distell's competitor also argued that Distell 'cannot claim exclusive right to monopolize the word 'marula' thereby restricting its ordinary usage in the English language by other traders,' the November 2024 judgement read.
News24
14-07-2025
- General
- News24
Cluck yeah! 9 delicious chicken recipes to try this week
Chicken dishes are flavourful, versatile, and comforting. From classics like peri-peri chicken to inventive fusions like Cajun pasta with Amarula, there's something for everyone. These nine recipes celebrate the versatility of Mzansi's most loved protein, chicken. Chicken is a staple in the South African kitchen for a reason; it's versatile, comforting, and works with just about any flavour. From a South African take on Cajun pasta to a comforting honey and soy stew, here are nine flavour-packed chicken recipes to add to your rotation. Want to make this later? Tap on the bookmark ribbon at the top of your screen and come back to it when you need to shop for ingredients or start cooking. Cajun chicken pasta in Amarula sauce Cajun-spiced chicken meets a rich Amarula cream sauce in this bold, South African-inspired pasta. The sweet liqueur tempers the heat, while the roasted peppers and sundried tomatoes bring bursts of flavour. This one-pot dish gets its depth from butter beans and an unexpected twist: chai rooibos tea in the sauce. Comforting and full of layered flavour. This easy stir-fry combines roasted chilli paste, pad Thai sauce, chicken, vegetables, and yellow (or egg) noodles. Topped with spring onion, coriander, and cashews, it's quick, satisfying, and remarkably similar to the real thing. Chicken and waffles Crispy fried chicken is served on top of golden, fluffy waffles and finished with maple syrup. It's a sweet-savoury classic that never fails. Chicken is spatchcocked and roasted in a velvety, spicy curry sauce until charred. It is served with a sambal of cherry tomatoes, coriander, onions, and fluffy rotis. This comforting stew features the rich umami of soy sauce and the sweetness of honey. It's flavourful and hearty, and it's made with pantry basics. A flavourful chicken wrapped in bacon to add something extra to your dish Spatchcock your chicken for even cooking and maximum char. The peri-peri marinade delivers bold, smoky heat, perfect for a weekend braai. Award-winning Chef Xoliswa Ndoyiya prepared this chutney-glazed chicken for Nelson Mandela for over twenty years. It's simple, tender, and steeped in legacy and re-imagined by celebrity chef Warren Mendes.
IOL News
29-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- IOL News
Warm up this winter with five delightful cocktail recipes
Winter evenings call for something a little stronger. Image: Ron As winter sets in across South Africa, crisp mornings and chilly evenings call for something a little stronger, and warmer, than the usual G&T you sip on in summer. Whether you're curled up by the fire, have a few friends around, or just unwinding after a long day, these cocktails will warm you up from the inside. Here are five of our favourite winter-ready drinks, complete with easy-to-follow recipes. Rooibos hot toddy Rooibos brings a local twist to the traditional hot toddy. With warming spices and honey, it's soothing and perfect for cold nights. Ingredients 1 Rooibos teabag 1 cup boiling water 1 shot (30ml) brandy or whisky 1 tsp honey 1 tsp lemon juice 1 cinnamon stick (optional) Instructions Steep the rooibos teabag in boiling water for 3–5 minutes. Remove the teabag, then stir in the brandy, honey, and lemon juice. Add a cinnamon stick for extra warmth and serve hot. Source: Woolworths Taste Magazine 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 Rooibos brings a local twist to the traditional hot toddy. Image: Freepik Amarula hot chocolate What better combination than your favourite cream liqueur with rich hot chocolate? A perfect decadent drink for winter. Ingredients 250ml milk 2 tbsp cocoa powder 1–2 tbsp sugar (to taste) 50ml Amarula Cream Liqueur Whipped cream (optional) Instructions Heat milk in a saucepan until hot but not boiling. Stir in cocoa powder and sugar until dissolved. Remove from heat and add Amarula. Serve in a mug topped with whipped cream if desired. Source: Perfect decadent drink for winter. Image: Tatiane Herder / Pexels Spiced mulled wine (Glühwein) This European classic has become a winter favourite in South Africa, especially in wine regions like Stellenbosch or Franschhoek. Warm, spicy, and aromatic. Ingredients 1 bottle red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot works well) 1 orange (sliced) 4 cloves 2 cinnamon sticks 2 star anise ¼ cup brandy ¼ cup sugar or honey Instructions In a saucepan, combine all ingredients. Warm over low heat for 20–30 minutes (do not boil) Strain and serve warm in heatproof glasses. Source: Food & Home SA Glühwein is warm, spicy, and aromatic. Image: Eva Michalkova / Pixabay Ginger whisky warmer Ginger and whisky offer both warmth and spice, ideal for fighting off a winter chill. This cocktail is simple but packs a flavourful punch. Ingredients 50ml whisky 100ml ginger beer Juice of ½ lemon Slice of fresh ginger (optional) Lemon wedge for garnish Instructions Combine whisky and lemon juice in a heatproof mug. Add ginger beer and a slice of ginger. Warm gently (don't boil), and serve with a lemon wedge. Source: BBC Good Food Ginger and whisky offer both warmth and spice. Image: Cup of Couple / Pexels Warm spiced rum and apple cider Apple cider is increasingly popular in South Africa, and this hot version, infused with warming spices and dark rum, is perfect for fireside sipping. Rum also pairs beautifully with winter spices like cinnamon and cloves. Ingredients 1 cup cloudy apple juice or cider 50ml dark rum 1 cinnamon stick 2 cloves 1 tsp honey or brown sugar Apple slices or orange peel (optional garnish) Instructions Heat the apple juice with cinnamon, cloves, and honey over medium heat. Let it simmer gently for 10 minutes (don't boil). Remove from heat and stir in the rum. Strain and serve warm in a mug, garnished with a slice of apple or a curl of orange peel. Source: Yuppiechef
