Vote for Port Alfred lady who could be the face of...
Local lady, Beatrix Bissett is one of the top 40 finalists, chosen from over 60,000 women, in the 10th year of the Sarie Voorbladgesig...
Olive Pike 100th birthday celebration – one hundred not out
Olive Pike (nee Dugmore) recently celebrated her 100th birthday with family and a few friends.
The originally planned celebration, like many other important events including...
WATCH: No showers? No sweat – gyms glad to reopen after...
Gyms across SA were allowed to reopen on August 18 2020 as the country entered lockdown level 2. CrossFit Cyprium in Randburg, Johannesburg was...
First evening out in five months – Kenny’s Pub and Sports...
For all those who have longed to get out of the house and socialise, Tuesday afternoon and evening was a boon with pubs and...
Recipes to share – Savoury Scones
These little savoury morsels are the kind of eats that you can definitely not have just one of. They are easy to make and...
Bringing back the drive-in
Galileo Open air Cinema brought back the drive-in to Rondebosch, Cape Town while keeping their movie- goers secure and providing an opportunity for them...
Liquor stores expecting bottlenecks ahead of booze ban
Liquor stores throughout South Africa are expecting bottlenecks after President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the ban on alcohol sales would be lifted at midnight tonight, for level 2 of...
Elephants at a watering hole in Addo
Addo Elephant National Park was a popular place to visit on National Women's Day on Sunday August 9. And visitors were blessed with sightings...
BOOK REVIEW: The other side of 80 by Wendy Barker
This is Wendy Barker’s third book of poetry and the second I have reviewed, and this one gives an insight into the thoughts of...
A perfect day for kite surfing at Cannon Rocks
Monday was a gusty day, and being a public holiday, was the perfect opportunity for kite surfers to hit the water at Cannon Rocks...
Recipes to share – Meringues
Today’s recipe is the versatile meringue. Easy to make and lends itself to numerous desserts. You can make them as big or small as...
Can transcendental meditation help you during these stressful times?
During these times, when health is a major concern of people all around the world, it is important that we learn to control our...
Recipes to share – Apple Pudding
Today’s recipe is a baked apple pudding which has been one in my family’s most-made recipes over the years. It is easy, delicious and...
National Arts Festival vFringe Online Platform for The Arts to Stay
Virtual entertainment is coming of age during the National lockdown; a chance for new talent to get exposure
The Virtual National Arts Festival has announced...
Local authors, take a bow
This particular area of the Eastern Cape is renowned for producing some of the country's top artists, whether that be in the performing arts...
Recipes to share – Peanut Butter Crispies
Peanut Butter Crispies
These peanut butter crispies looks like a traditional Rice Krispie treat but you don’t use marshmallows in it and has a nice...
Happy birthday Mrs Berry
A very happy birthday to Settlers Park resident, Jessie Berry, on your 104th birthday today (July 4). All the best from Talk of the...
Recipes to share – Mug ‘Koppie’ Pudding
Mug ‘Koppie’ Pudding
When I was in Standard 3 (now Grade 5) my friend and I found this recipe in one of her mom’s magazines....
Recipes to share – Bran Raisin Muffins
Bran Raisin Muffins
These bran muffins are light, easy and delicious and have an added bonus - the batter lasts in the fridge for up...
Running for a cause on Mandela Day
A tiring run to raise funds for the Ndlambe Lockdown Support Group from Nemato Change a Life (NCAL) rowing coach, Sheldon Nelson, ended in...
Recipes to share – Butternut Soup
Butternut Soup recipe
Butternut soup is a favourite for many households. It is great as a starter or as a main meal with a piece...
Recipes to share – Sweet & Sticky Marinade for Chicken Braai
If you are in the mood for sweet and sticky braai chicken this is the recipe to try. ...
Recipes to share – Pasta Salad
Today’s recipe is a very easy pasta salad, which goes perfect with a braai. This salad tastes better if it rests for a day...
Chocolate Crunchies
Chocolate Crunchies
Preheat oven to 150°C
Ingredients:
2 cups of self-raising flour
2 cups desiccated coconut
¼ tsp salt
1 cup sugar
1 cup oats
2 tbls cocoa powder
250g marg or butter
4...
Recipes to share
Most of us are spending more time at home due to lockdown restrictions and I personally have found more time to experiment in the...
Surfers enjoying the waves at Kelly’s Beach
Taking advantage of the sunny weather, some surfers took to the waves at Kelly's Beach today. Other beach-lovers watched from the parking lot, but...
Port Alfred – where east meets west – 7.6.2020
Sea Fever
BY JOHN MASEFIELD
I must down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky,
And all I ask is a tall ship and...
SANParks reopens for self-drive day excursions after two monthsSan
SA National Parks (SANParks) has announced that self-drive excursions for day visitors will be permitted from Monday in parks that cater for self-drives.
SANParks CEO...
Zola Nene gives Gordon Ramsay a taste of Zulu cuisine
The Zulu and the British meet once again in a clash of pots, or rather in an exchange of culinary knowledge.
Bubbly award-winning cookbook author,...
Lockdown has not stopped sardines from appearing in the Eastern Cape
The jury is still out on whether the much-anticipated sardine run will take place soon‚ although large shoals have been spotted along the Eastern...
