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January 2022 News

From all of us here at Eat Sum More, we would like to wish you and your family a very Happy New Year!

Here’s to a happy, healthy, successful and prosperous 2022!

With the new Omicron variant that has developed and the extremely cold weather Toronto has brought us, we wanted to remind you of our strict store policies.

In-Store Guidelines:

• Facial masks will be mandatory at all times.
• Use of sanitizer is mandatory. Available immediately as you enter the store.
• Social distancing will be in effect. Be mindful of your distance at all times. Partitions are in place around the cash area.
• We will be allowing two (2) people from the same family / household OR one (1) solo person into the store premises at one time.

We continue to follow public safety and health guidelines for our employees and have the following practices in place:

• Continuous and ongoing health screening for all employees
• Mandatory face masks for employees, delivery truck drivers & all shoppers
• Increased cleaning and sanitizing, including all frequently touched areas
• Additional training for employees for COVID-19 specific regulations
• Reorganized work and public areas to better allow for social distancing for employees and customers

After drinking all of the spiked eggnog you can stand and sipped the last of winter’s bubbly, you might be looking for a much needed break from alcohol. Enter Dry January – a time when many people choose to avoid booze for the whole month.

Recent studies show that during the coronavirus pandemic, Canadian adults drank alcohol 14% more frequently than they did before the pandemic.

Dry January appeals to those of you who may have noticed a pattern that you’re drinking a little bit more than you should, especially during the recent holiday season, and a month-long break could be the kick start you’re looking for to start off the New Year.

So, instead of reaching for a beer or a shot of whiskey during this month, here are some of our delicious (and non-alcoholic) South African beverages you could enjoy instead:

Observed annually on January 15^th, National Bagel Day is a holiday which pays homage to the dense and chewy bread product that we all love, which dates back to the 16^th century.

As carbohydrates go, the bagel is one of the most versatile and the most beloved. Chewy on the inside, crunchy on the outside, and bursting with every flavor under the sun.

At Eat Sum More, we offer a variety of spreads and shmears that you can put on top of your bagel as you celebrate this national holiday:

INGREDIENTS:

• 8 Rooibos Tea bags
• 4 stalks mint
• 1 lemon
• 1 orange
• 2 slices ginger
• 1 tablespoon honey

DIRECTIONS:
Cut the orange and lemon into 4 thick slices each.
Put all the ingredients into a glass jug and cover with 1 cup of warm water.
Leave to stand for 30 minutes.
Strain, lightly squeezing the excess liquid from the teabags, fruit and mint.
Pour strained tea into a 2L container and then cover with boiling water and stir thoroughly.
Serve with a little sugar syrup (if you like it sweeter) and a few slices of mixed citrus fruit.

December 2021 News 2

From all of us here at Eat Sum More, we would like to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful Happy Holiday season

Starting Sunday, December 26^th until Wednesday, December 29^th, we would like to offer all of our current and first-time customers a 10% BOXING DAY DISCOUNT off of all your online store purchases.

Please use the coupon code “BOXINGDAY10” to receive your discount. This is just a small token of our appreciation for your continued business throughout the year.

In-Store Guidelines:

• Facial masks will be mandatory at all times.
• Use of sanitizer is mandatory. Available immediately as you enter the store.
• Social distancing will be in effect. Be mindful of your distance at all times. Partitions are in place around the cash area.
• We will be allowing two (2) people from the same family / household OR one (1) solo person into the store premises at one time.

We continue to follow public safety and health guidelines for our employees and have the following practices in place:

• Continuous and ongoing health screening for all employees
• Mandatory face masks for employees, delivery truck drivers & all shoppers
• Increased cleaning and sanitizing, including all frequently touched areas
• Additional training for employees for COVID-19 specific regulations
• Reorganized work and public areas to better allow for social distancing for employees and customers

December 2021 News

We wanted to let all of our wonderful customers know that we have just received several large food shipments to our store, which came directly from South Africa.

Our inventory (both online and in our Thornhill shop) are at full capacity and ready for the holiday splurge!

We also have some brand new products in our store that we know you are going to love:

Please Note – All Christmas delivery orders must be completed by December 10th to ensure that orders are received on time within Canada, and December 7th for shipments to USA. Please be aware that we cannot guarantee shipment times as we are at the mercy of the shipping companies and the extreme contingencies they face once again this year. So please order your holiday gift boxes early on, in order to have them delivered on time to your friends, family and loved ones

November 2021 News

Lest We Forget.

We recognize Remembrance Day, originally called Armistice Day, every November 11^th at 11:00am. It marks the end of hostilities during the First World War and an opportunity to recall all those who have served in our nation’s defence.

Eat Sum More would like to pay honors to those who have given their lives serving Canadians and helping people all over the world.

From all of us here at Eat Sum More, we would like to wish our American clients, friends & colleagues a very Happy Thanksgiving Holiday to you and your families!

We gather on this day (Thursday, November 25^th) to be thankful for what we have, for the family we love, the friends we cherish, and for the blessings that will come.

We are excited to announce our Black Friday Weekend Sale!

From Friday morning, November 26^th until Sunday late evening, November 28^th, all of our wonderful & delicious food products in our Online Store will be 10% OFF!

Just a little gift from us to thank all of our amazing clients for your continued business and customer loyalty.

The holiday starts this year on Sunday, November 28th at sundown and continues through Monday, December 6th. And on this beautiful festival of lights, joy and togetherness, Eat Sum More would like to wish you and your family a very Happy Hanukkah!

Hanukkah Sameach!

November 1st marks the beginning of moustache season!

Movember (as it is traditionally called) is the leading charity which is changing the face of men’s health on a global scale, focusing on men’s mental and physical health throughout the month of November.
The charity raises funds to deliver innovative, breakthrough research and support programs that enable men to live happier, healthier and longer lives.

The staff here at Eat Sum More is dedicated to keeping the men in our lives healthy, happy and strong!

And for the men who want to be a little more adventurous with their taste buds, we have a line of South African Hot Sauces & Spices that will accentuate (and heat up!) any dish.

Try: Calisto’s Peri Peri Sauce (Hot and Extra Hot); Marina Braai Salt (Spicy); Miami Mango Atchar (Hot); Mrs. Balls Chutney (Extra Hot Sauce); and our line of Rajah Curry Powders.

In-Store Guidelines:

• Facial masks will be mandatory at all times.
• Use of sanitizer is mandatory. Available immediately as you enter the store.
• Social distancing will be in effect. Be mindful of your distance at all times. Partitions are in place around the cash area.
• We will be allowing two (2) people from the same family / household OR one (1) solo person into the store premises at one time.

We continue to follow public safety and health guidelines for our employees and have the following practices in place:

• Continuous and ongoing health screening for all employees
• Mandatory face masks for employees, delivery truck drivers & all shoppers
• Increased cleaning and sanitizing, including all frequently touched areas
• Additional training for employees for COVID-19 specific regulations
• Reorganized work and public areas to better allow for social distancing for employees and customers

Please Note – All Christmas delivery orders must be completed by December 10th to ensure that orders are received on time within Canada, and December 7th for shipments to USA. Please be aware that we cannot guarantee shipment times as we are at the mercy of the shipping companies and the extreme contingencies they face once again this year. So please order your holiday gift boxes early on, in order to have them delivered on time to your friends, family and loved ones

October 2021 News

From all of us here at Eat Sum More, we would like to wish our Canadian clients, friends & colleagues a very Happy Thanksgiving Holiday to you and your families!

We gather on this day to be thankful for what we have, for the family we love, the friends we cherish, and for the blessings that will come.

Please see below for our very special South African Thanksgiving Recipe of the Month.

Halloween, from the original name “All Hallows’ Eve”, is a yearly holiday observed around the world on October 31st. Modern Halloween traditions include the carving of jack-o’-lanterns and displaying scary imagery around your property, which welcomes the children of your neighbourhood to your home so that you can give out candies and treats to all of them wearing their adorable costumes.

Eat Sum More has a huge selection of candies and chocolates to compliment your Hallowe’en night, whether that be via safe trick-or-treating or for you to hand out at your friends & family gatherings with the people in your close social circle.

Shop Sweets & Chocolates

Baking season is here – and the most popular baked good is, of course, cookies! Did you know that the origin of the word cookie comes from the Dutch word for “little cakes”?

Known to many around the world as biscuits, biscottis, keks, hertzoggies or galletas, the cookie is one of the most, if not the most, popular desserts ever created. With National Cookie Month upon us, it’s only fitting to get into the spirit of things and embrace what makes cookies so magical.

From macaroons, to gingerbread, and shortbread, to chocolate chip, cookies are certainly one of Canada’s favorite treats. And why not? They’re delicious, they fill the room with wonderful and heavenly aromas, they take you back to a simpler time as a child, and there is a flavour fit for every tastebud. Whether you prefer your cookie to be soft and gooey, or crunchy and chocolatey, you can bet that the perfect cookie for you is out there.

We have been truly excited having you once again shop inside our store and pick up all of your essential South African foods, meats, soups, sauces, spices, desserts, beverages, and delicious treats & delicacies.

However, now that winter is quickly approaching – and bringing with it the mix of cold & snowy weather conditions – we would like to encourage our faithful clientele to continue to shop online (for delivery or curb-side pickups) whenever possible, so that you do not have to wait in line, outside in the cold!

Since we will only be allowing two (2) people from the same family / household OR one (1) solo person into the store premises at one time, in-person shopping waiting times could vary and we don’t want our clients to be uncomfortable having to wait outside during these upcoming winter months.

INGREDIENTS:

• 4.5kg/10lb turkey
• 1 large washed onion
• 4 tsp ginger paste
• 3 tsp garlic paste
• 1/2 stick butter
• 10 small washed fresh green chillies
• 1 cup washed fresh green coriander leaves
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp coriander powder
• 1 tbsp cumin powder
• 1.5 tbsp garam masala
• 1tbsp red chilli powder
• 2 tbsp cooking oil (canola)
• Salt to taste

DIRECTIONS:
Defrost the turkey: either put it in the fridge for two days; or if you’re short on time, place it, still in its packaging, in a sink full of cold water, refreshing water every half hour, for six hours.
Pat dry the turkey with paper towel.
Chop the onion and fry it until brown. Then blend all the ingredients above, along with the onion, into a paste.
Get dirty: rub the paste thoroughly under the skin of the turkey.
Stuff the cavity with a few onions, carrots, celery.
Add some flour to an oven bag and place turkey inside it. Scatter some celery, onions, and baby carrots into the bag. Let it marinate overnight.
Preheat oven to 400°F/200°C.
Cut slits in the bag.
Bake turkey in a deep pan, turning every hour.
After about 2.5 hours, remove bag.
Bake another two hours or until done (use a meat thermometer), turning it over once more, and constantly pouring juices over it.
Take it out of the oven and let it sit in a platter, before dressing with coriander.

September 2021 News

Eat Sum More is pleased to announce the launching of our End Of Summer Sale starting this weekend. The sale begins on Saturday, September 18^th – and all items in our Online Store will be 10% off!

Please use the coupon code SUMMER10 on the checkout page, and save on all of your favorite and delicious South African groceries, treats & delicacies.

We are still open to the general public and we welcome you to come visit us at our store in Thornhill, Ontario. If you are going to be shopping with us in-person, here is an infographic reminder of our store policies and regulations:

From all of us here at Eat Sum More, we would like to wish everyone who is observing Yom Kippur today – have an easy fast and g’mar chatima tovah!

The fall season is almost here and with it brings us those autumn chilly nights. It also brings us warm sweaters, crisp leaves, ripe apples and everything pumpkin spice!

We have the perfect assortment of teas to warm you up on the upcoming cool evenings – Freshpak Rooibos Tea, Joko Tea and Five Roses Tea. If you are a Rooibos drinker, we have a beautiful Freshpak container, designed by Esther Mahlangu, which is great to store your Rooibos or to give as a gift to someone.

So go ahead and slip on some fuzzy socks, light your favorite candles, and fire up the kettle – it is time to wind down after a long day. Grab yourself a soothing cup of one of our delicious South African teas and indulge in some well-deserved self-love.

This is a time-honoured South African recipe, which comes from the great culinary tradition of the Cape Malays way back in the 17th century. It’s easy to make, and is deliciously paired with meats like venison, corned beef, traditional Bobotie or really, any preferred meat and gravy.
INGREDIENTS:

• 1000 g water
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp Cartwright’s Curry Powder
• 300 g long grain white rice
• 40 g raisins
• 1 cinnamon quill
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp brown sugar

DIRECTIONS:
In a saucepan, combine the rice, salt, curry powder, sugar, cinnamon, raisins, butter and water. Bring to a boil uncovered. When it comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and let it simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, or until rice is fluffy and water has been absorbed. Remove from the heat and fluff with a fork. Keep warm until serving time.

Let’s celebrate National Breakfast Month! Have you ever wondered why breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day? Eating breakfast gives our minds and bodies the fuel it needs as well as a jump-start to begin each day.

At Eat Sum More, we have a variety of cereals, porridges, peanut butters, jams and preserves to help you start your day off the right way – with a nutritious and delicious South African breakfast.

August 2021 News

Students all across Ontario will be heading back to school towards the end of August.

The government’s plan to reopen a number of schools was approved by public health officials given the decline in COVID-19 cases over the summer. This is a good thing according to pediatric specialists, who say that while the virus is dangerous, not going to school is dangerous, too – for educational purposes, as well as for children’s mental health reasons.

Back to school means packing daily lunches and snacks for your kids once again. And at Eat Sum More, we have a variety of delicious and nutritious foods for your children’s lunch boxes:

– Montagu Peach Rolls
– Montagu Ginger Slices
– Safari Fruit Rolls
– Alman Dried Mango
– Provita Biscuits
– Biltong & Chili Bites
– Dry Wors

All of the above mentioned  snacks: are very healthy and full of protein; have fewer calories than other sugary snacks; perfect munchies when your children need something to nibble on during their day; stores well / long time and will not spoil in your child’s schoolbag or lunchbox; are all gluten free and chock full of vitamins.

Eat Sum More will be launching a SPECIAL DISCOUNTED COUPON SALE at the end of the summer to commemorate the start of the Labour Day Weekend.

Starting Monday, August 30th and until Sunday, September 5th, all items found in our online store will be 10% OFF when you use our special discounted coupon code.

The code will be posted on our Website a few days before the sale begins, so be sure to check out our site at the end of the month – and take advantage of this special offer!

Do you have an elderly person in your life that you love and appreciate very much? National Senior Citizens Day this year is August 21^st – and this is the day to let them know how much you care and it’s an opportunity to recognize their many accomplishments. It is a time for the younger generation to share in the wisdom and experiences that our older generation of people have to offer.

Today, seniors are still active in their communities as well as continuing to have a strong presence in the workforce.  For all they do and have achieved for the good of their communities, senior citizens deserve our thanks!

Therefore, there will be a SPECIAL DISCOUNT on all of our in-store items on August 21^st for all Senior Citizens and their families. Please come by the store (located in Thornhill) and it would be our pleasure to help you choose your favorite South African foods, goodies and treats.

INGREDIENTS:

• 15ml (1 Tbsp) cooking oil
• 500g Boerewors
• 2 medium onions
• 2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped
• 125ml (½ cup) Spur Grill Basting Sauce or Spur Peri-Peri Sauce
• Soft butter or margarine
• 6 hotdog rolls

COOKING INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Heat oil in pan and fry the Boerewors until golden brown. Set aside and drain excess oil.
2. Add onions to pan and sauté until soft. Add tomatoes and simmer until tomatoes soften.
3. . Cut rolls and spread butter inside, add boerewors and top with sauce. Drizzle with Spur Salad & French Fry Dressing.

July 2021 News

What could be more perfect than spending a warm summer night outdoors in the company of friends and family? Now that the pandemic rules are lifting, there will be more and more backyard parties, bbqs and cookouts happening in and around the Greater Toronto Area.

Eat Sum More has the perfect menu items to make your backyard party a grand success!

BEEF & CHICKEN BOEREWORS – FLATTENED CHICKEN – ROTISSERIE CHICKEN – OUR WORLD FAMOUS BILTONG

Of course, precautions should be made to make sure everyone feels safe. Make sure that all invitees are on the same page and let them know what extra steps you will be taking before the party begins. Ensure your guests have no symptoms of fever, cough, or sore throat prior to coming and ask your guests to arrive wearing a face mask, if they will feel more comfortable wearing one. Consider the bathroom situation, too – most likely guests will need to use it, so ask that they walk through your house with a face mask on and thoroughly sanitize before and after entering.

Now that the weather has really warmed up here in Ontario, it’s time to kick summer into full gear – and what better way to do so than taking a trip to the beach?

Planning a beach day to one of Toronto’s amazing beaches is the perfect mini-getaway you have been craving after spending so much time indoors! Many of Toronto’s waterfront parks have sand or cobble beaches for you to enjoy. Come soak up the wonderful lakeside atmosphere; have a delicious family picnic; and take part in some friendly games of beach volleyball!

One major tip – pack lots of fluids and drinks – in the heat, it’s easy to become dehydrated without even knowing it. Eat Sum More has a delicious selection of all of your favorite South African beverages to cool you down while you are enjoying the sunshine on the beach.

APPLETISER SPARKLING APPLE JUICE – BROOKS OROS ORIGINAL ORANGE SQUASH – ASSORTMENT OF FANTA DRINKS – GRAPETISER 100% RED GRAPE SPARKLING JUICE – HALLS BLENDED FRUIT DRINK – SPARLETTA (VARIOUS FLAVOURS)

We celebrate Nelson Mandela International Day every year to shine light on the legacy of a man who changed the 20th century and helped shape the 21st.

This is a moment for all of us to renew with the values that inspired Nelson Mandela. Absolute determination. A deep commitment to justice, human rights and fundamental freedoms. A profound belief in the equality and dignity of every woman and man. A relentless engagement for dialogue and solidarity across all lines and divisions.

Nelson Mandela was a great statesman, a fierce advocate for equality, and the founding father of peace in South Africa.

Nelson Mandela remains a symbol of power by resisting oppression. In times of turbulence, Mandela’s legacy teaches everyone to choose dignity over humiliation, speak up during injustice, and forgive rather than hate. He once said, “To be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.”

June 2021 News

Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 20th, and although most sons and daughters don’t need a specific date to celebrate the most important man in their life, every Dad in the country does get his special day on the calendar. With restrictions lifting in many provinces and states, it looks like you will be able to meet in person this year and celebrate together!

Father’s Day celebrates and honors the men who have embraced the essential role of fatherhood. On this day, we also thank fathers and father figures for the sacrifies they make, for embracing the responsibility of nurturing and raising children, and for devotion to their family.

If your Dad is like most of our Dads, he has given himself the title of “grill master,” and you’ve probably seen him grill, smoke and slather his secret South African barbecue sauces and spices on just about anything.

Eat Sum More has a very special South African recipe that he could use this weekend to showcase his BBQ talents to create a traditional SA dish that the whole family will enjoy!

Please see below for an assortment of special sauces and accoutrements that can be used by Dad this holiday, as well as our famous recipe for Gourmet Boerewors Rolls:

15 ml (1 Tbsp) cooking oil
500 g boerewors
2 medium onions
2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped
125 ml (½ cup) Spur Grill Basting or Spur Peri-Peri Sauce
Soft butter or margarine
6 hotdog rolls

Heat oil in pan and fry boerewors until golden brown. Set aside and drain excess oil.
Add onions to pan and sauté until soft. Add tomatoes and Spur Grill Basting and simmer until tomatoes soften.
Cut rolls and spread butter inside, add boerewors and top with sauce. Drizzle with Spur Salad & French Fry or Sweet Chilli Dressing, if preferred.

TIP! The boerewors can be substituted with vegetarian sausages.

May 2021 News

This Sunday will be the opportunity for people to thank Mothers and Mother figures who took the time to care for them and help them through life’s challenges. Especially this past year! It is a day meant to honour our Moms and appreciate their position in society and their role in our families.
Mother’s Day, much like last year, may look different than normal. Whether you are seeing your Mom in person or socially distancing due to the pandemic, the special occasion doesn’t need to involve huge crowds. Here are some great ideas for activities that you can do together:

FUN FACT – Did you know that more phone calls are made on Mother’s Day than any other day of the entire year?

And if you are seeing your Mom in person this weekend, please see below for a delicious and mouth watering South African Cake Recipe that is easy to make and will make Mom real happy!

Victoria Day in Canada is Monday, May 24th and Memorial Day in the US is one week later on Monday, May 30th.

Many North Americans celebrate their respective long weekends with barbecues and family get-togethers; but, these holidays are so much more than a chance to kick off the summer months. At its heart, both of these holidays are days to solemnly honor all of the men and women who have died in military service.

The main purpose of Victoria Day and Memorial Day is to pay tribute and memorialize the veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

From all of us here at Eat Sum More, we salute the men and women who lost their lives while serving in the military.

The sun is shining, the breeze is warming, the birds are chirping, and grills all around Toronto are being lit up for the first barbecue of the season. And there is no better way to spend a beautiful Sunday afternoon in May than by throwing a barbecue for your friends and family to enjoy!

Yup, it’s time to take the covers off your grills and smokers and start cooking outside again.

Eat Sum More’s fine selection of grillable meats – ROAST CHICKENS, FLAT CHICKENS, BEEF BOEREWORS, CHICKEN BOEREWORS & BREAKFAST SAUSAGE BOEREWORS – are lovingly made from our family recipe which has been passed down for generations.

The select spices we use are directly related to the spice route that made its way around the Cape of Africa. My late father, Louis Slimowitz, had a number of butcheries in Klerksdorp and Stillfontein, and he always used to say again and again, “It’s all in the spices!”

We have worked hard and with relentless passion and integrity to raise the bar as we continue to provide you, our clients, with the freshest, sustainable, top-of-the-line, hand cut, traditional South African meat products that you’ve come to love over the years.

NOTE – We do not ship frozen meats; in-store pick-up only.

90g dark chocolate
2 rectangles of baking paper 40 cm x 30 cm
1 cardboard core from an empty roll of kitchen paper or foil

400g tin pitted black cherries
3 extra large eggs, at room temperature
1 cup (250ml) canola oil
1 cup (250ml) of liquid made up of juice drained from cherries and strong black coffee
1 x 650g Ina Paarman’s Chocolate Cake Mix

2 cups (500ml) fresh cream
4 tbsp (60ml) dry Ina Paarman’s Lemon Flavour Cheesecake Mix
Cherries, fresh if available or use bottled stemmed cherries
Dark chocolate shards (see above)

Gently melt the chocolate in a small bowl over hot water. Spread the chocolate on one sheet of baking paper leaving a wide border. Lay the second sheet on top. Use a rolling pin to gently level the chocolate between the sheets of baking paper. Don’t roll out too thinly. Roll the paper around the cardboard core and secure with paper clips. Leave to set hard in the fridge until ready to decorate the cake. To garnish: unroll the paper and pull the top sheet straight while unrolling, this will splinter the chocolate on the bottom sheet into slightly rounded shards.

Adjust oven shelf to middle position. Preheat oven to 180°C. Butter 2 x 20cm cake tins generously and line bases with baking paper. Pour the tin of cherries into a sieve and drain well over a bowl. Beat eggs and oil for 1 minute on high speed until well blended. Add cherry juice and black coffee and beat for 1 minute on high speed. Add Chocolate Cake Mix and fold in by hand with a spatula until combined. Scrape mixture into prepared pans. Weigh each pan to make sure you have the same amount of mixture in each. Level the mixture. Bake for 40 minutes. Cake is done when a thin-bladed knife inserted in the centre comes out clean or cake pulls away slightly from the sides of the pan. Cool cakes in the pan for 10 minutes. Turn out on a wire rack. Divide each cake into two layers through the middle (check video for technique).

Half whip the cream and then sprinkle the dry Cheesecake Mix over. Whip cream until just firm. Spread ¼ of the filling over one cake. Place one third of the drained cherries evenly on the cream. Position next cake on top and add cream and cherries, as above, until all four layers have been used. Unroll the paper and pull the top sheet straight while unrolling, this will splinter the chocolate on the bottom sheet into slightly rounded shards. Garnish top with remaining cream, stemmed cherries and chocolate shards. Leave in the fridge to firm for 1 hour before serving. Serve on a cake stand.