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The famous South African braai

March 22nd, 2010 · No Comments

The South African Braai is more than a barbecue. Much more.  It is part of the national culture. While closely associated with the Boers or Afrikaners, it has been taken up by every South African. Everyone, that is, except for the total vegetarians and animal activists.
Most homes have a built in braai on their patios, […]

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Are there really benefits from organic foods?

October 20th, 2009 · 2 Comments

The roots of the organic food industry were sewn in the late 1960s with the dawn of a new wave of environmental awareness.
The industry has since shown astonishing growth that has surprised its critics. According to the Organic Food: Global Industry Guide published in February 2009, the industry has a global value of […]

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Tags: Food · Life · Wildlife

Child-centered marketing for fast food behind child obesity and fast food addiction

June 30th, 2009 · 3 Comments

Marketers of fast foods know that the most effective campaigns are those that target children. Cigarette manufacturers have long been aware that the younger the target, the greater the chance of capturing a life-long customer. Drug dealers work on the same principle. Children are vulnerable and more likely to succumb to the temptation.
Children […]

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Tags: Food · Life · Uncategorized

Whatever happened to dinner party clubs?

September 8th, 2008 · No Comments

Eating out at good restaurants has become a major expense. Of course there are a few restaurants that provide good food at a modest price but only too often we could have done better at home. If you want to eat out then seek out only the best restaurants and be prepared to spend. Lets […]

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Tags: Food · Life