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IT’S MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND
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:
Gardening together – Virtual spa day – Personalized video message – Movie date – Virtual fitness class or outdoor workout – Home brunch date – Matching meal kits and cook 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; MEMORIAL DAY IN THE UNITED STATES
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.
MAY IS NATIONAL BBQ AND SALAD MONTH
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.
RECIPE OF THE MONTH – BLACK FOREST CAKE FOR MOM
DARK CHOCOLATE SHARDS:
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
CAKE BATTER:
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
FILLING AND TOPPING:
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)
DIRECTIONS – DARK CHOCOLATE SHARDS:
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.
DIRECTIONS – CAKE:
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).
DIRECTIONS – FILLING:
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.
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HAPPY & BLESSED RAMADAN
The first day of fasting for the holy month of Ramadan, which is determined by the sighting of the new moon, is likely to be starting next week on Tuesday, April 13th. It is a time of self-examination and increased religious devotion. Many people broaden their compassion for the hungry and less fortunate when they fast. Therefore, Ramadan is also a time for many to donate to charity by participating in food drives (see below) and other voluntary activities.
For all those who are celebrating – may you be rewarded for all your hardships this Ramadan. Best greetings to you and your family, and throughout this month, may you be blessed with resilience and strength. Ramadan Mubarak!
HAPPY & IT’S ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY ON APRIL 26TH
Administrative Professionals Day (formerly known as Secretary’s Day) is an unofficial secular holiday observed on the Wednesday of the last full week of April, to recognize the work of secretaries, administrative assistants, receptionists, and other administrative support professionals.
The event is celebrated worldwide, bringing together millions of people for community events, social gatherings, and individual corporate activities recognizing support staff with gifts of appreciation. In North America, the day is often celebrated by giving one’s assistant flowers, candy & chocolates (see below), small gifts, lunch at a restaurant, and/or time off.
To all Administrative Professionals – your smiling face is the best thing about walking into work every morning. Thank you for being the source of our happiness each day.
Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
A VERY SPECIAL DAY – SOUTH AFRICAN FREEDOM DAY
Freedom Day is a public holiday in South Africa celebrated on April 27th. It is an annual celebration of South Africa’s first non-racial democratic elections of 1994. It is significant because it marks the end of over three hundred years of colonialism, segregation and white minority rule and the establishment of a new democratic government led by Nelson Mandela and a new state subject to a new constitution.
Freedom Day is a special day for all South Africans to reflect on the painful struggles we’ve overcome as a country, as well as to honour the students, teachers, political leaders and everyday people who lost their lives in the fight for a democratic South Africa.
Freedom Day affords South Africans the opportunity to make a pledge towards fighting against the legacy of racism and economic inequality as well as renewing their loyalty to their country and their commitment to its future. Celebrating Freedom Day in South Africa is all about commemorating the country’s history and the start of democracy.
We are currently offering contactless, curbside pick-up or home/office delivery.You can order online through our Website –
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HAPPY PASSOVER
May you and your family be blessed with happiness, prosperity, peace and good health on Pesach and always!
HAPPY EASTER
May this Easter Sunday inspire you to new hope, happiness, prosperity, and abundance, all received through God’s divine grace.
We are currently offering contactless, curbside pick-up or home/office delivery.You can order online through our Website –
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HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY – SOUTH AFRICAN STYLE!
St. Patrick’s Day is a global celebration of what it means to be Irish; the spirit, the determination, the creativity and the indefinable qualities that make the Irish people who they are.
Once a year, in cities like Cape Town and Johannesburg, the streets are filled with South Africans and tourists wearing strange green clothing and drinking green beer – a sign that St Patrick’s Day has arrived.
Here in Canada, we celebrate the holiday by day drinking and partaking in the celebration of Irish culture with parades, special foods, music, dancing, and a whole lot of green.
In the spirit of the holiday, here is a list of some GREEN Eat Sum More delicacies that you and your family & friends can enjoy on March 17th
MARCH 21st IS HUMAN RIGHTS DAY IN SOUTH AFRICA
Human Rights Day is a national holiday that is commemorated annually on March 21st in order to remind South Africans about the sacrifices that accompanied the struggle for the attainment of democracy in beloved South Africa.
Human Rights Day is historically linked with March 21st 1960, and the events that took place in Sharpeville. On that day, 69 people died and 180 were wounded when police fired on a peaceful crowd that had gathered in protest against the Pass laws. The South African democratic government declared March 21st to be Human Rights Day – to commemorate and honour those who fought for the liberation and the rights we enjoy today.
To celebrate this historic day, the traditional food that is served is called Bunny Chow, which is a delicious South African dish consisting of a hollowed-out loaf of white bread filled with meat, Durban curry, beans and mielie (see Recipe of the Month below).
RECIPE OF THE MONTH – DURBAN CURRY BUNNY CHOW
INGREDIENTS
PREPARATION
- Heat the oil and fry the cinnamon and onions until soft and lightly golden brown.
- Add the curry powder, turmeric, ginger, garlic and tomatoes. Cook over a medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mix resembles a puree.
- Add the cubed meat, beans and mielie and cook for about 10 minutes. Add potatoes and about 1/4 cup of water. Simmer over low heat until the meat and potatoes are tender (roughly 30 minutes).
- Add Indian Braai & Grill spices and salt if necessary. Simmer for a further 10 minutes on a low heat.
- Cut bread loaves in half and hollow out to form a bowl.
Spoon the cooked hot curry mix into the half loaf and serve, garnished with coriander leaves.
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!
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?
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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!
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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!
