Category: the entertainer

Get your home ready for a date night in

Rather than spending loads of money on an expensive, overrated dinner, keep the romance alive in your very own home this month of love.

These key pieces instantly up the romance in any living space – whether for Valentine’s Day or for any other day of the year. 

1. Up your glass game

Rather than scratching around at the last minute for matching, chip-free glasses, make sure you have glassware to be proud of at the ready. This will take away a lot of last-minute stress and embarrassment you don’t need, especially when you’re quite possibly already filled with nerves. 

2. Set the mood

If you’re hosting a date night in, then it’s entirely up to you to set the mood and appeal to the senses. Our advice? Embrace the candlelit cliché with confidence. Choose scented candles with a subtle yet sultry fragrance – nothing to sweet or overpowering – or taper candles in chic modern stands for a serious style statement. Hot tip: the scent from a reed diffuser will linger for longer than that of a candle, and you’ll have more control of the intensity of the fragrance.

3. Serve everything in style 

Whatever’s on the menu, presentation can make all the difference between a merely tasty meal and a truly memorable one. That said, there is something rather intimate about a smorgasbord of finger foods to share – in which case a fancy cheese board and pretty platters are worthy investments. Looking to end of the night with a sweet treat? Here is some inspiration for late-night snacking.

4. Don’t forget the couch

Now that you’ve wined and dined to your heart’s content it’s time to sit back and relax and enjoy each others’ company. Dress your couch for the occasion with textured throws and scattered cushions in sensual fabrics such as velvet and silk.

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Tips for hosting a pool party

When you have no more ideas on how to entertain yet another party this summer, these 4 tips for easy and upbeat ideas should help.

Long summer days and entertaining go hand-in-hand. Take your party poolside with these easy tips.
Summer is the season to spend time in the sun and be merry, and what better way to do that than by hosting a pool party. Sometimes an impromptu get-together can turn into a memorable party, but planning something magical that your guests will remember takes a lot of thought and preparation. But fear not, we have great tips and ideas to get you there. 

Photography: Dewald Daniels; styling: Rushana Burton

The ultimate braai accessories for the braai master

Here we list all the braai accessories you could possibly need to create killer holiday meals for friends and family.

A good braai requires a great kit. Be prepared with the right utensils, roasting pans and knives to simplify those fun-filled days with family and friends.Everything you need to entertain the South African way | Edgars edit cookware serveware utensils crockery cutlery wine glasses cheese platters grill braai cape malay curry

Mixed medley

Just because you’re vegetarian doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a good old-fashioned braai – grilled veggies retain all their nutrition and is the tastiest way to eat your greens.

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Grilled to perfection

For a simple meal with amazing flavour, head to the grill. This square griller, fish spatula and chopping board will get the job done with no fuss at all.

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Host the ultimate al fresco brunch

Summer is all about entertaining friends and family. Here are some tips to ensure you host a brunch worth talking about.

For the summer season, spruce up your patio and host a mouth-watering outdoor brunch worth talking about. 

You can set the scene by creating a tropical ambiance paired with a beautiful table setting that will make your guests feel welcomed and relaxed. Serve your food in style by bringing indoor elements outside with your dinnerware and glassware. Don’t forget that food and beverage is part of the design, and will bring your table to life – so choose your menu carefully and thoughtfully.

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The best servewear to use this season

The holiday season certainly works up an appetite for which you need the best serveware to match the occasion.
When hosting guests, your serveware should do all the talking. These top picks from Edgars Home will ensure you’re serving with the best. 
Cheese boards, wine glasses

The nibbles

Your expert wine and cheese pairings deserve an elegant presentation! Modern platters and classic wine glasses will strike the right balance. Serve your cheese variety with textured snacks such as nuts, biltong and olives to enhance flavour.

The main course

A delicious curry still hits the spot – no matter the season. Deep-bottomed cast iron casserole dishes are best for cooking curry, as they retain and distribute heat evenly, resulting in soft, succulent meat pieces. Serve it in earthy and natural textures to complement the colour palette or go for contrast using white for a simple yet effective style statement.
Cape Malay Chicken Curry

Cape Malay Chicken Curry 

Serves 4
50ml vegetable oil
2 medium-sized onions, chopped
1 kg chicken, skinned and cut into portions
15ml turmeric
15ml ground cumin
10ml ground coriander
10ml fennel
15ml red masala (available at spice shops)
30ml garlic and ginger paste
1 medium tomato, chopped finely
4 potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters
6 to 7 fresh curry leaves (available at spice shops)
6 to 7 sprigs of fresh coriander
Salt
    Method:
    Heat a little oil in a pot, add onions and sauté until browned. Add chicken and stir well, and then add the spices, garlic and ginger paste, a pinch of salt and the chopped tomato. Pour in 250 ml of water. Cook, then stir for five minutes, and then cover the pot with a lid. Add the potatoes, another 250 ml of water, then cover and simmer on a low heat until the potatoes are soft. Just before serving, add the curry leaves and coriander and stir gently. Serve with rice or homemade rotis.

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    STILLS PHOTOGRAPHY: ANDRÈ WEPENER/PIXEL LOUNGE, STYLING: RUSHANA BURTON