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Contributor

Oct 21 min read

Some News From The Koe’sister Team

The end of this chapter - we hope to see you again.

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I Lost My Heart In Paris - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs

Sep 304 min read

I Lost My Heart In Paris - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs visits Paris and found love in a choux pastry class where she learned a game-changing technique.

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Contributor

Sep 302 min read

How To Braai Chicken Perfectly

Follow these five tips to braai chicken perfectly at your next gettogether.

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Love And The Sweetness Of Doing Nothing - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs

Sep 233 min read

Love And The Sweetness Of Doing Nothing - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs reflects on love and Dolce Far Niente while in Maastricht, Netherlands.

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8 Ways To Improve Your Braai This Heritage Day

Contributor

Sep 233 min read

8 Ways To Improve Your Braai This Heritage Day

While Heritage Day on 24 September is not about braaiing, many South Africans will be taking advantage of the public holiday to do just that

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Cream And Custard Heaven - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs

Sep 161 min read

Cream And Custard Heaven - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

While in Rotterdam, Netherlands, Cariema Isaacs is transported to Cape Town’s Belgravia Road with when she tastes cream and custard heaven.

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Ruby Marks

Sep 164 min read

How Does Your Garden Grow?

Ruby Marks writes about how planting a vegetable garden can teach us a lot about seeding, watering and nurturing a life.

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Contributor

Sep 162 min read

3 Food Entrepreneurs’ Lessons Learned

Consistency, innovative solutions, and the value of seizing opportunities are what these food entrepreneurs highlight as some of their lesso

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If You Can’t Travel, Read - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs

Sep 92 min read

If You Can’t Travel, Read - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs resumes her Eat, Pray, Love journey in Rotterdam, Netherlands and finds a place to collect her thoughts and a must-read book.

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Fire Meets Flavour In Reuben Riffel’s Latest Book “Braai”

Contributor

Sep 23 min read

Fire Meets Flavour In Reuben Riffel’s Latest Book “Braai”

Riffel’s love for bold flavours shines through, with a punchy Korean sauce in one recipe, Middle Eastern spices in another, and a new take o

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Why Benin Reminds Me of Growing Up In Bishop Lavis

Ruby Marks

Sep 22 min read

Why Benin Reminds Me of Growing Up In Bishop Lavis

South Africa’s embassador to Benin, Ruby Marks, shares her experience of the Beninese food scene.

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Leanne Feris

Sep 23 min read

Koe’sister, But Make It Art

Fine artist Stephan Beukes from the Stephan Beukes Collective created a painting for Koe’sister. We asked him to tell us more about his proc

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The French Influence - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs

Sep 22 min read

The French Influence - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs talks about the French influence on the Cape Malay culinary tradition in the form of puff pastry and savoury pies.

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Contributor

Aug 264 min read

What Life As A Chef Is Really Like

From cheffing in hotels and ships, to pivoting to lecturing, find out more about the opportunities Shanay Roelfse from Delft explored so far

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Wyomia Mouwers

Aug 262 min read

Bring On The Broth

Wyomia Mouwers gets lyrical about why she cannot get enough of rich, delicious broth.

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Khadija Tracey Heeger

Aug 192 min read

Krotoa

Khadija Tracey Heeger, digter, aktrise, fasiliteerder, kultuuraktivis en skrywer deel haar gedig Krotoa hieronder.

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Vroedvrou-reeks: Antie Trooi Kaswari, Sanddrift

Leanne Feris

Aug 122 min read

Vroedvrou-reeks: Antie Trooi Kaswari, Sanddrift

Vroedvroue is deel van baie van ons se komvandaan. Antie Trooi Kaswari van Sanddrift in die Noord-Kaap se Richtersveld vertel haar storie.

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Contributor

Aug 123 min read

The Healing Power Of Collaboration

Reflecting on Women’s Day, Toni Giselle Stuart says that “we are more powerful than we have been led to believe... our voices hold power.”

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Die Skatkis Van Wysheid & Kulturele Tradisies Op Die Platteland

Leanne Feris

Aug 124 min read

Die Skatkis Van Wysheid & Kulturele Tradisies Op Die Platteland

Ons gaan soek tradisionele kennis en komvandaan-stories by die vroedvroue van die Richtersveld. Leanne Feris vertel en Loretta Feris het die

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Vroedvrou-reeks: Ouma Katriena (Koekie) Majiedt, Sanddrif

Leanne Feris

Aug 122 min read

Vroedvrou-reeks: Ouma Katriena (Koekie) Majiedt, Sanddrif

Vroedvroue is deel van baie van ons se komvandaan. Ouma Katriena Majiedt van Sanddrif in die Noord-Kaap se Richtersveld vertel haar storie.

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Vroedvrou-reeks: Ouma Toesie (Sarah) Fortuin, Spoegrivier

Leanne Feris

Aug 122 min read

Vroedvrou-reeks: Ouma Toesie (Sarah) Fortuin, Spoegrivier

Vroedvroue is deel van baie van ons se komvandaan. Ouma Toesie van Spoegrivier in die Noord-Kaap se Richtersveld vertel haar storie.

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Vroedvrou-reeks: Antie Veronika Roberts, Steinkopf

Leanne Feris

Aug 124 min read

Vroedvrou-reeks: Antie Veronika Roberts, Steinkopf

Vroedvroue is deel van baie van ons se komvandaan. Antie Veronika Roberts van Steinkopf in die Noord-Kaap se Richtersveld vertel haar storie

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Vroedvrou-reeks: Ouma Magrietha Vries, Steinkopf

Leanne Feris

Aug 123 min read

Vroedvrou-reeks: Ouma Magrietha Vries, Steinkopf

Vroedvroue is deel van baie van ons se komvandaan. Ouma Magrietha Vries van Steinkopf in die Noord-Kaap se Richtersveld vertel haar storie.

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Vroedvrou-reeks: Antie Dorothea Maritz, Steinkopf

Leanne Feris

Aug 122 min read

Vroedvrou-reeks: Antie Dorothea Maritz, Steinkopf

Vroedvroue is deel van baie van ons se komvandaan. Antie Dorothea Maritz van Steinkopf in die Noord-Kaap se Richtersveld vertel haar storie.

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Contributor

Jul 228 min read

In Conversation With Tiisetso Mashifane

Read this Q&A interview with Tiisetso Mashifane, writer and director of Neighbourhood.

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Reinventing Yourself - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs

Jul 222 min read

Reinventing Yourself - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

As Cariema Isaacs continues her journey of self-discovery, she reflects on the importance of reviewing things to check if you are still on t

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Former Bernadino Heights High Student Wins First Prize In Cooking Competition

Contributor

Jul 223 min read

Former Bernadino Heights High Student Wins First Prize In Cooking Competition

Kraaifontein resident Huwitt Strydom took top honours at the recently held Showcook Reaching for Young Stars competition, winning first priz

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Do A Plant-Based Cooking Masterclass At The Good Life Show

Contributor

Jul 221 min read

Do A Plant-Based Cooking Masterclass At The Good Life Show

Now’s your chance to try your hand at making delicious plant-based dishes at the Good Life Show taking place in Joburg, 26-28 July 2024.

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Win 1 of 5 Double Tickets To "Neighbourhood" At The Baxter Theatre

Contributor

Jul 153 min read

Win 1 of 5 Double Tickets To "Neighbourhood" At The Baxter Theatre

Koe’sister Online subscribers are eligible to win tickets to Neighbourhood for the 2 August performance.

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Let It Find You - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs

Jul 152 min read

Let It Find You - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

As she pages through an old “work register” her Big Ma used to write down recipes in, Cariema Isaacs marvels at how the book found her when

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Contributor

Jul 85 min read

Toffee Decadence at Darling Sweet

Find out how Darling Sweet went from late-night toffee making in a kitchen with two employees to a business with 32 employees 10 years later

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What To Substitute For Missing Ingredients

Contributor

Jul 12 min read

What To Substitute For Missing Ingredients

Cookbook author Chantal Lascaris shares her secrets on quick-fix substitute ingredients.

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Focus On The Craft, Not The Crowd - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs

Jul 12 min read

Focus On The Craft, Not The Crowd - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs urges rookies like her to “own your crown, position it, sit up straight and go get the life you’ve always wanted for yourself

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When Things Fall Apart - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs

Jun 102 min read

When Things Fall Apart - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs shares the two events that changed her life over the last few years and how they made her appreciate every day as a gift.

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Winter Favourites In Turkish Cuisine To Try At Cape Town’s Saray Restaurant

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Jun 103 min read

Winter Favourites In Turkish Cuisine To Try At Cape Town’s Saray Restaurant

Saray’s winter menu features a variety of comforting halaal Turkish dishes.

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Where To Taste A Sustainably Caught Seafood Fine-Dining Multi-Course Winter Menu

Contributor

Jun 32 min read

Where To Taste A Sustainably Caught Seafood Fine-Dining Multi-Course Winter Menu

Launched last year, Cape Town’s signature ethically harvested seafood restaurant GALJOEN, has introduced a multi-course winter lunch menu, o

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It’s Time To Build - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs

Jun 32 min read

It’s Time To Build - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

After the conclusion of one part of her journey of discovery, Cariema Isaacs realises that “it’s time to talk to my inner circle, time to ac

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Here’s How What We Eat And Drink (And When) Affect Sleep

Contributor

Jun 33 min read

Here’s How What We Eat And Drink (And When) Affect Sleep

Find out from a dietitian how you can improve your sleep for better overall health.

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The Shiraz, Charcuterie & Cheese Festival Is On This Weekend

Contributor

May 201 min read

The Shiraz, Charcuterie & Cheese Festival Is On This Weekend

The annual Shiraz & Charcuterie Festival takes place on Saturday, 25 May.

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Entries For The ‘Plant-Based Chef Of The Year’ Competition Are Still Open

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May 201 min read

Entries For The ‘Plant-Based Chef Of The Year’ Competition Are Still Open

If you are an aspiring chef, with a keen interest in plant-based cooking, then this competition is for you. Entries close 28 May.

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What’s Holding Your Food Small Business Back?

Contributor

May 133 min read

What’s Holding Your Food Small Business Back?

Navigating market access is one of the biggest challenges for small businesses. Read on for advice from a business growth agency.

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Contributor

May 63 min read

Northern Cape Cop Turns Comedy Star

“Antie Katriena” was created when former policeman Warren Louw was stuck at home in Fonteintjie, outside Springbok, during lockdown.

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We Come From Nobility - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs

May 62 min read

We Come From Nobility - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

“Arch your back and sit up straight... Position your crown and allow the light of your heritage and ancestors to illuminate your life,” Cari

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Jakarta Has My Heart - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs

Apr 292 min read

Jakarta Has My Heart - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

“...the waiter comes over to me. He sweetly says: ‘Maybe you’d like to try some Bubur?’.” Cariema Isaacs feels like she’s come home and find

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Your Support Is Essential To koesister.com’s Sustainability

Hilda Samuels

Apr 224 min read

Your Support Is Essential To koesister.com’s Sustainability

We’ve written previously about why we made the decision to stop printing the Koe’sister magazine and pivot to this premium-access website in

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Finding Grounding In Bali - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs

Apr 222 min read

Finding Grounding In Bali - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

“When you speak to anyone here and you mention that you had an epiphany about your life, your career, your love, they nod and say: ‘Yeah, th

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Fayruza Abrahams

Apr 222 min read

Thursday Evening Gadat

Fayruza Abrahams writes about the Thursday evening gadat, a ritual that is still being practiced today, especially in the Bo-Kaap community

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Explore the Flavours: A Sneak Peek at the Fire & Feast Festival at Mzansi Food & Drink Show

Contributor

Apr 222 min read

Explore the Flavours: A Sneak Peek at the Fire & Feast Festival at Mzansi Food & Drink Show

Given that many South Africans like nothing more than a rump steak, lamb chop, chicken kebab or piece of boerewors done to perfection on the

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Ingrid Josephs Vincent

Apr 153 min read

Die Khubus Namastap

Ingrid Josephs Vincent vertel van wat haar ma haar geleer het van die Namataal, dans, en gebruike.

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Playing Small No Longer - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

Cariema Isaacs

Apr 152 min read

Playing Small No Longer - A Journey Of Cape Malay Heritage

“The thing about playing small is, we are silenced, and silent about the stuff that we need to be vocal about,” Cariema Isaacs says as she v

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