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How To Take The Best Braai Pictures

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With Heritage Day around the corner, most South Africans will be celebrating in the way they know best – to braai. In fact, we love it so much, we’ve unofficially named Heritage Day, Braai Day. Amongst the festivities of any braai, a few things are always bound to happy. Kids will run around, a drink or two will be spilled and if you have the tremendous honour of being the braai master, smoke will flood your eyes. These are all moments that need to be captured – the moments that make us truly South African! The question then becomes, how do I take the best Braai Day Shot The Table Setting Nothing quite says “Home” like a long shot of the feasting table. Make it better by taking a picture while dishing up  The Overhead Braai Shot Catch the magic of meat braaing on the coals The Candid Shot Candid shots are where memories are made The Classic Group Photo Would it really be a braai if there wasn’t a group photo? The

Celebrate Spring with Faieza's Creme Brûlée Recipe

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Spring brings about a certain liveliness. The air seems a tiny bit crisper, the birds chirp a little louder and food tastes fresher. What better way to enjoy the latter, than a recipe from our very own Faieza! In celebration of Spring and all its festivities, we've decided to share the recipe of Faieza, our Director of Marketing, PR and Communications. Faieza says: "This is a fantastic dessert to usher in Springtime - it is truly decadent and special.  Crack through the thin layer of caramelized sugar to the unctuous, cool, rich, smooth and creamy custard. Adorn with fresh berries and edible flowers for a splash of colour for a garden party, high tea or dinner party. A wonderful way to round off a meal. This is my favourite afternoon treat with a good book in a shady spot in the garden any day of the week. I love recipes that I can “Low Carb” and not compromise on taste, flavour, and texture. This is one of those recipes that can have just the icing sugar and cas