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EAT SUM MORE PAYS HOMAGE TO BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Black History Month is not just a North American holiday – South Africa also celebrates it in the month of February. Whereas in North America, we acknowledge Abraham Lincoln’s birthday, in South Africa it is held in February due to the release of Nelson Mandela after 27 years in prison (on February 11, 1990).
And even though it has only been a relatively short time since Nelson Mandela was freed, the younger generations living in Cape Town, Johannesburg & surrounding cities believe they are part of a “clean slate” in South Africa and will continue to work towards equal civil rights and freedoms for all people.
Black History Month is an opportunity for us to recognize and pay our homage to the past and present contributions of African Americans in areas such as education, medicine, art, culture, public service, economic development, politics and human rights.
BRRR… COLD WEATHER TIPS & TRICKS
Winter has hit Toronto full force – and temperatures this week hit a low of -25! Here are some cold weather tips & tricks for you to try:
- Always wear a hat made for cold weather when you step outside.
- Turn on the ceiling fan, which pushes warm air downwards.
- Switch between hot and cold in the shower to improve circulation.
- Block drafts under doorways with a pool noodle.
- Two words: programmable thermostat.
- To trick a locked thermostat that you don’t have access to, place some ice near it and it will perceive the room being colder than it actually is.
- Dress your windows up in warmer clothes. Replace thin curtains with heavier wool or fleece drapes.
- Go ahead, bake all day – using your oven heats up the whole house.
- Stuff your coat pockets (and gloves) with those ingenious little air-activated hand warmers.
Eat Sum More has a variety of comfort foods to keep you warm on these cold winter days & nights. We invite you to try one of our delicious South African soups; our delectable assortment of curries; our hot & nutritious cereals and porridges; or one of our many different SA sauces, spices and dressings to spruce up your meals.
RECIPE OF THE MONTH – SOUTH AFRICAN AMARULA COFFEE
INGREDIENTS:
3 parts brewed coffee (Koffiehuis Medium Roast Or Original Frisco)
1 part Amarula (1-2 shots)
Brown sugar, to taste
Whipped cream, to taste
DIRECTIONS:
Brew the coffee to desired heat
Mix the Amarula in
Sweeten with brown sugar
Add a dollop of whipped cream
Garnish with cinnamon, if desired
We are currently offering contactless, curbside pick-up or home/office delivery. You can order online through our Website – https://eatsummore.com – and start enjoying our mouth-watering selection of South African products!
SUPER BOWL SUNDAY – WE HAVE YOUR FOOD & SNACKS COVERED!
You can’t watch the big game on an empty stomach. Great food and football always go hand-in-hand. Whether you are hosting a Zoom Party, or just enjoying a family shindig, nothing beats Biltong and chips!
Super Bowl LV is almost here, and the way you watch the Super Bowl this year may be a little different due to the pandemic, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy Eat Sum More’s delicious food & snacks while watching the game.
Suggested Snacks:
VALENTINE’S DAY
SOUTH AFRICAN SWEETS FOR YOUR SPECIAL SWEETHEART
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and whether you’re in a new relationship or have been dating for a while, or just want to tell someone that you think they are special, chances are you are looking for that certain wonderful something to give them this Sunday, the 14th of February.
South Africans usually give their kêrel (boyfriend) or vriendin (girlfriend) a thoughtful gift – often of the chocolate variety. Many couples will give a Valentyne Kaartjie (Valentine’s card) to accompany the chocolates, to express their great affection. The card will often have no signature and the recipient then has to guess who gave the card and gift.
Give a gift of love – Eat Sum More has something for that special someone in your life:
Happy February / Vas Byt!
We are currently offering contactless, curbside pick-up or home/office delivery. You can order online through our Website – https://eatsummore.com – and start enjoying our mouth-watering selection of South African products!
From all of us at Eat Sum More, we would like to wish you and your family a very Happy New Year! We thank you for your continued business throughout last year, and we look forward to catering to all of your South African Food cravings in 2021!
We are currently offering contactless, curbside pick-up or home/office delivery. You can order online through our Website –https://eatsummore.com – and start enjoying our mouth-watering selection of South African products!
We have a wide variety of CANDIES, BISCUITS, COOKIES & SWEETS for you to give to your close friends and family as stocking stuffers and holiday gifts. Or even to keep for yourself as a treat!
Christmas delivery orders must be completed by December 15th to ensure that orders are received for Canada, and December 12th for USA. Due to the exceptional conditions this year, 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.
From all of us at Eat Sum More, we sincerely wish you all a very happy holiday season and a wonderful new year!
We are currently offering contactless, curbside pick-up or home/office delivery. You can order online through our Website –https://eatsummore.com – and start enjoying our mouth-watering selection of South African products!
We have the perfect assortment of coffees and teas to warm you up on these cold winter evenings. And if you are a Rooibos tea 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. Hint, hint… It makes a great gift for Christmas or Chanukah!
And what better way to enjoy your warm beverage than with one of your favourite South African chocolate bars!
Christmas delivery orders must be completed by December 15th to ensure that orders are received for Canada, and December 12th for USA. Due to the exceptional conditions this year, 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.
From all of us at Eat Sum More, we sincerely wish you all a very happy holiday season and a wonderful new year!
We are currently offering contactless, curbside pick-up or home/office delivery. You can order online through our Website –https://eatsummore.com – and start enjoying our mouth-watering selection of South African products!
Hallowe’en Will Be A Little Different This Year
Door to door trick-or-treating, indoor parties and haunted houses are among the riskiest Halloween activities when it comes to spreading the virus and we recommend you to avoid these altogether.
A safer alternative would be “one-way” trick-or-treating where individually wrapped goodie bags are lined up for kids/families to grab and go while continuing to social distance – such as at the end of your driveway or yard.
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 as explained above or for you to hand out at your small, family gatherings with the people in your close social bubble.
Check out all of our Sweets & Chocolates here.
Movember For Men’s Health
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); Cartwright’s Curry Powder (Hot); Marina Braai Salt (Spicy); Miami Mango Atchar (Hot); Mrs. Balls Chutney (Chili Sauce); and our line of Rajah Curry Powders.
Daylight Savings – Fall Back One Hour
The first Sunday in November is when Daylight Saving Time ends and we’ll “fall back” one hour and return to Standard Time on Sunday, November 1st at 2:00am. Be sure to set your clocks back one hour before bed on Halloween night!
And with that extra hour that we gain, what better way than to spend it enjoying more of your favorite South African late night snacks?
https://eatsummore.com/product-category/snacks
Remembrance Day; A Time To Honour Our Veterans
On November 11th at 11:00am – we observe a moment of silence to honour the courage, valour and sacrifice of the heroes who have served – and continue to serve – the great countries of Canada & South Africa during times of war and conflict.
On behalf of Eat Sum More, we thank you for your service!
Pap And Wors (South African Stew)
INGREDIENTS
4 cups of water
1 tsp salt
1 cup of Iwisa Maize Meal
500 grams Boerewors – cut into 3 inch pieces
1 can of All Gold Tomato & Onion Sauce (410 grams)
DIRECTIONS:
Bring the water and salt to the boil.
Add the Mielie Meal and stir with a wooden spoon until thickened.
Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes or until the pap is thick, stiff, and cooked through.
BBQ Boerewors: Place boerewors on grill on indirect heat. Do not pierce. Let brown on a slow heat and slowly cook. Once cooked, you can cut into serving sizes (3 inch pieces). Heat the Onion and Tomato Sauce and use it as a gravy for the pap.
Fried Boerewors: Cut up boerewors into 3 inch pieces. Put a bit of water in the base of a frying pan, about ¼ cup, depending on how big your pan is, and put boerewors in. Let come to a boil with boerewors in. Let cook on a slow heat, so that the boerewors can cook, and the skin does not burst. Once the boerewors is almost cooked and the water dissolved, add the onion and tomato sauce, and let simmer until cooked. You can add a bit of garlic to add flavour.
Eet and geniet. Mmmm, dit is so lekker!
Eat and enjoy. Mmmm, it’s so nice!
If you have a great recipe and would like to share it with us, please post it to our Facebook page – share a brief history and the sentimental value.
Dear Eat Sum More Customers,
It has been a hard decision, but I have decided to close Eat Sum More to walk-in customers, due to the increasing Covid-19 numbers and the fact that winter is approaching. I need to protect my staff, as well as you – our loyal customers.
We are a small store, and as such, can only allow one customer inside at a time. Therefore I do not feel comfortable with having people wait outside, especially in the upcoming winter months where the weather will be very cold.
However, we have our online store which is still operational and running smoothly – you can peruse and purchase all of our merchandise and products in the comfort of your own home or workplace.
To place your order online, please visit: https://eatsummore.com
We will do curbside pick-up or delivery. And of course, our friendly service is always the same!
Thank you for understanding.
As always,
Tanya and Team at Eat Sum More.
We are currently offering contactless, curbside pick-up or home/office delivery. You can order online through our Website – https://eatsummore.com – and start enjoying our mouth-watering selection of South African products!
First Week Back to School for Your Kids
In-person school attendance is optional for the 2020-2021 school year for both elementary and secondary students. This allows parents to make decisions that work best for their family.
If you are sending your children back to school, Eat Sum More has a variety of delicious & nutritious snacks to nourish their growing bodies throughout the day.
We carry Safari Kids Fruit Sticks, Peach and Apricot Fruit Rolls, Our Famous Biltong, Dry Wors and Provita Biscuits (several varieties). And for a special treat, we also have an assortment of your family’s favourite chocolate bars, biscuits and cookies.
Autumn Chilly Evenings: A Great Time for Tea
The fall season is 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 – Freshpack Rooibos Tea (Esther Mahlangu), Joko Tea and Five Roses Tea. If you are a Rooibos drinker, we have a beautiful Freshpack container, designed by Esther Mahlangu, great to store your Rooibos or to gift to someone. Hint! Great gift for Christmas or Channukah!
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.
NFL Football Season is Back
For months, as COVID-19 ravaged the plans and schedules of other sports leagues around the world, the NFL insisted it would be able to start its 2020 season on time. And it has!
Of course, there have been some adjustments to get used to – sporadic or no fans in the stands, less crowded sidelines, a handful of missing players who chose to opt-out of the new season, and most notably – social justice will be highlighted throughout the games.
But football is football and we are very happy it is back!
So why not stock up on some of your favorite South African snacks to eat while you enjoy your Sunday watching some football. We have our famous Biltong, Chili Bites, Dry Wors, Bakers Salticrax, Ouma Rusks and Bakers Cream Crackers. A fab family treat – Flings!
October 1 is International Coffee Day
So, where did coffee come from and how did it become so popular?
According to legend, a sixth-century Ethiopian goatherd named Kaldi discovered his goats frolicking from one coffee shrub to another. He realized the coffee berries had a stimulating effect, and he began to experiment with the seeds. A century later, brewed coffee emerged in Arabia and the popularity of coffee grew at an exponential rate.
Here at Eat Sum More, we have a wide selection of South African coffees for your drinking pleasure – Koffiehuis Medium Roast Coffee, Frisco Original Coffee, Nestle Ricoffy. Not to forget our tea drinkers try our Rooibos Red Espresso.
SOUTH AFRICAN VANILLA COFFEE CAKE
2 eggs
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
Pinch of salt
1 1/2 cups milk
2 teaspoons vanilla essence
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons instant coffee
200 grams butter
DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius. In a mixing bowl, whisk butter and sugar together. Add in eggs and whisk for about 2 minutes, until soft. Add baking powder and salt to the mixture. Mix the milk and vanilla essence together in a cup. Alternating, add milk then flour to the mixture. Bake for 20 minutes at 180 degrees. Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely before icing. Decorate the cake with topping of your choice.
To make a simple chocolate ganache, melt a slab of South African chocolate and mix with equal quantities of cream. Drizzle over the cake. Serve with cream or ice-cream.
If you have a great recipe and would like to share it with us, please post it to our Facebook page – share a brief history and the sentimental value. https://www.facebook.com/eatsummoresouthafricanfoods
We are currently offering contactless, curbside pick-up or home/office delivery. You can order online through our Website – https://eatsummore.com – and start enjoying our mouth-watering selection of South African products!
Going Back to School: What To Snack On
Students all across Ontario will be heading back to school in the upcoming weeks ahead.
The government’s plan to reopen schools was approved by public health officials. 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 education purposes as well as for children’s mental health.
Here is a great piece of advice from UNICEF:
“UNICEF is urging schools – whether open or helping students through remote learning – to provide students with holistic support. Schools should provide children with vital information on handwashing and other measures to protect themselves and their families; facilitate mental health support; and help to prevent stigma and discrimination by encouraging students to be kind to each other and avoid stereotypes when talking about the virus.”
Back to school means packing daily lunches for your kids once again! At Eat Sum More, we have a variety of delicious and nutritious snacks for your children’s lunch boxes:
Safari Kids Fruit Sticks
Peach and Apricot Rolls
Biltong
Dry Wors
All are very healthy and full of protein; have fewer calories than other snacks; great pick me up when your children need something to nibble on; stores well, and will not spoil in your child’s schoolbag or lunchbox; are all gluten free and chock full of vitamins.
Labour Day Weekend: BBQ Season Ending Soon
As the autumn season quickly approaches, we are in the last couple of weeks of prime BBQ season. Enjoy the last few days of summer with some of our scrumptious meats, that will spice up (pardon the pun!) any get together with your family & friends.
We carry:
Flattened Chicken (BBQ and Peri Peri)
Rotisserie Chicken (BBQ and Peri Peri)
Boerewors (Beef, Chicken and Breakfast Sausage)
We recommend Spur Salad Dressing and Nando’s Peri Peri sauces to compliment your BBQ, either as a marinade or a condiment.
Spur Salad Dressing, lovingly known as Pink Sauce, deliciously creamy and tangy, this much-loved condiment is now available to take home in a squeeze bottle.
Nando’s Peri Peri Sauce, enjoyable with almost everything. Nando’s range of Peri-Peri sauces combine flavour with varying degrees of heat that will satisfy the Peri-Peri beginner to the fiery heat seeker. Flavours in stock and in our store are Pepper Sauce, Mild, Lemon Herb, Medium, Garlic, Hot, Bushvelt, Extra Hot, XX Hot and Prego.
Beginning with this edition of our newsletter, we are going to be creating a recipe collection / forum. If you have a great recipe and would like to share it with us, please post it to our Facebook page – share a brief history and the sentimental value. https://www.facebook.com/eatsummoresouthafricanfoods
MINTY WATERMELON-CUCUMBER SALAD
8 cups cubed seedless watermelon
2 English cucumbers, halved lengthwise and sliced
6 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh mint
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
DIRECTIONS: In a large bowl, combine watermelon, cucumbers, green onions, and mint. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, up to 2 hours before serving.
Eat Sum More brings you natural, delicious meat products infused with a well-balanced blend of pure herbs and spices, tastefully blended together to form the perfect mix.
We carry: Biltong (Regular Flavour); Biltong (Peri Peri Flavour); Shavings; Chili Bites; Drywors (Regular Flavour); Drywors (Peri-Peri Flavour); Beef Boerewors; Chicken Boerewors; Kosher Beef Boerewors; Breakfast Sausage Boerewors; Flattened Chicken (BBQ Flavour); Flattened Chicken (Peri-Peri Flavour); Rotisserie Chicken (BBQ Flavour); Rotisserie Chicken (Peri-Peri Flavour).
We pride ourselves on quality and convenience; you can easily order a variety of our homemade meat products online – and start enjoying our carefully prepared, naturally produced meats which are bursting with flavour and traditional spices.
During this lockdown, many people have upped their baking game to the next level.
Are you interested in making some Malva pudding? How about some Hertzoggie slices? Or some delicious Koeksisters? Or a nice traditional Peppermint Crisp?
A melting pot of the Dutch, British and African traditions, the baking culture of South Africa embraces flavorful cuisine in which traditional desserts play an important role. South Africans love it sweet – be it a veggie dish or a barbecue sauce on meat, let alone delicious pastries, cakes & pies.
Some of the baking items we carry: Goldcrest Grandilla Pulp; Illovo Golden Syrup; Ina Paarman Instant Chocolate Cake Mix; Lyles Golden Syrup; Moirs Custard Powder; Moirs Vanilla Essence; Nestle Condensed Milk.
