Reflections

Radio 786’s matric revision shows are aimed at equipping learners with the necessary information and skills, in preparation of the Tourism National Senior Certificate Examination that will be written on Thursday, 24th November 2022 from 14:00 – 17:00. In this programme, we examining the inside mechanics of your Tourism Examination Toolbox, and how this Examination […] […]

English Home Language P2 will be written on 17 November 2022. Educators: Siehaam Behardien – Provincial internal Moderator English Home language Paper 2 and Rylands High School Deputy Principal, and Hemlata Govender – Provincial Deputy Chief Marker English Home Language Paper2 – Rylands High School Deputy Principal Share on FacebookPost on XFollow usSave […]

Economics Paper 1 will be written on 01 November 2022. *Radio 786 offers this invaluable resource to help all matrics with their final exams revision. Share on FacebookPost on XFollow usSave […]

  Prep Time: 10 mins Active Time: 20 mins Total Time: 30 mins Course: Breakfast, Main Course, Side Dish Cuisine: Asian, Chinese, Taiwanese Serves 4 Ingredients 350g of Egg Noodles (4 servings) 250g of sliced chicken 2 garlic cloves crushed 2 tbsp. ginger thinly sliced 3 Green Onion (chopped into 2-inch pieces) 4 cups of […] […]

Serves 4 Ingredients 14-16 Large king prawns – cut & deveined (leave heads on) 1 tsp pure butter 1 tsp olive oil ½ lemon, juiced (Grate Rind & set aside for garnishing) Spring onion & coriander to garnish 1 tsp Korean chilli paste 1 lemon grass stalk, finely minced 1 clove garlic minced 1 tsp […] […]

Ingredients 4 English cucumbers (cut into 1cm thick rounds) 1 tbsp salt 2 tbsp minced garlic 4 green onion stalks(sliced) 1 small onion(sliced) 2 tbsp gochugaru(Korean chilli powder) 2 tsp sugar ¼ cup rice vinegar ¼ cup sesame oil 2 tbsp sesame seeds Method In a bowl, add the cut cucumber. Add salt, then mix […] […]

Ingredients 2 packets boudoir biscuits 250 ml fresh cream 1 tub ( 250g) mascarpone cheese 4 eggs (separated) 1 tsp vanilla essence 160 ml castor sugar 2 cups coffee(black) 6 cardamom pods (cut into 3) 2 tbsp rose water Grated dark chocolate (for garnish) Dried or fresh rose petals (for garnish) Sliced pistachios (for garnish) […] […]

To a tall glass, add one tablespoon of your favourite falooda syrup Add a small pinch of cardamom powder and crushed ice For garnishing add dried baby roses or fresh rose petals Pour over your favourite lemon soda or soda water Enjoy it on a hot summer’s day or with carrot halwa Share on FacebookPost […] […]

Ingredients 1kg carrots (grated) 10 cardamom pods Pinch of saffron (1tbsp hot milk to bring out the colour) 4tbsp ghee 300g sugar 300ml full cream milk Pinch of salt Zest of one orange 1tbsp almonds 1tbsp pistachio nuts 1tbsp cashew nuts Method Add one tablespoon ghee to a hot pan or pot and sauté carrots […] […]

Prep time: 10mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Korean corn dogs, otherwise known as gamja hot dog, is a satisfying street food that’s common in the night markets in Seoul. Ingredients 4-5 hotdogs 250g mozzarella sticks 10-12 skewers or wooden chopstick 1¼ cups all-purpose flour 2 tbs sugar ½ tsp baking powder […] […]

Ingredients 2 duck breasts Salt and pepper to taste 2 sprigs of rosemary 2 cloves of garlic 1 tbsp flour 1 cup chicken stock 800g potatoes ½ cup milk 60g butter Pinch of nutmeg Method Mashed Potato Boil the cleaned and cut potatoes in salted water until soft, then drain. Warm up milk and butter […] […]

Kimchi pancakes are a savoury pancake commonly made with wheat flour. It is made with a hint of seasoning and loads of kimchi! The Korean name for kimchi pancakes is Kimchi Buchimgae, but some people might also call it Kimchi Jeon Makes 8-10 small pancakes Ingredients 1 large egg 10 cooked prawns chopped 1 Tbsp. […] […]

 What is Kimchi fried rice? Kimchi fried rice or kimchi-bokkeum-bap is a variety of bokkeum-bap, a popular dish in South Korea. Kimchi fried rice is made primarily with kimchi and rice, along with other available ingredients, such as diced vegetables or meats like spam. It is easy, simple, and takes no longer than 15 to […] […]

Ingredients 200g hazelnuts 100g 50-70% dark chocolate ( chopped ) ½ cup icing sugar 2 tbsp cocoa powder ½ tsp salt Method Roast hazelnuts in the oven at 180℃ for 10-15 minutes. Once slightly cooled, rub nuts in a clean (dry) dish cloth to remove the skins. Add nuts to a blender and blend into […] […]

Born and bred in Athlone in Cape Town, Na-aymah Ally Samaai is an actress and radio personality in Cape Town. She is a beloved former Radio 786 presenter who was active during the years 2002 – 2016, and is fondly remembered on many programs, such as Tiny Tots, What’s Cooking, various outside broadcasts and she was […] […]

Tteokbokki, also spelled Ddukbokki, simply means “stir fried rice cakes” in Korean. The tender chewiness of Korean rice cakes is enticingly satisfying, and the kick of the spiciness makes this an addictive bowl of yummy comfort food. It is made with a specific kind of rice cake which is cylindric in shape that is usually […] […]

Ingredients for Paneer 2l full cream milk 60ml lemon juice Method Add milk to a pot and bring to a boil, then add in lemon juice  and reduce heat to low. Stir in and wait till it curdles. Use a sieve lined with a muslin cloth (or any clean cloth ) to separate the curd […] […]

The relationship between stress and inflammation has been studied rigorously in the past decade, with researchers finding evidence that there is a link leading to  chronic diseases. An estiamted 75% to 90% of human disease is related to stress and inflammation, including cardiovascular and metabolic diseases and neurodegenerative disorders. How does stress imapct your health? […] […]

As unrest continues to grip the country in the wake of the arrest of former President Jacob Zuma, Rural Development and Land Reform Minister Mcebisi Skwatsha discusses the situation on the ground and how to address the situation. https://soundcloud.com/radio-786-100-4fm/land-reform-minister-discusses-rioting-civil-unrest Pic: ANA Share on FacebookPost on XFollow usSave […]

Western Cape Premier Alan Winde talks about preparing for the third wave of Covid-19 infections in the province. This talk forms part of the WCG First Thursday Premier Syndicated Talk Show. 23rd March, President Cyril Ramaphosa, declared a level 5 National lockdown starting the 27th March 2020 for 16 Days to limit the spread of […] […]

Under The Spotlight Guest: Keeno Lee Hector – South African performer Bio: Keeno-Lee Hector is a South African actor, singer and voice artist best known for his role as Boeta Noor in the SABC2 drama series The Riviera. https://soundcloud.com/radio-786-100-4fm/under-the-spotlight-keeno-lee-hector-radio-786 Share on FacebookPost on XFollow usSave […]

One of South Africa’s leading stand-up comics, character comedian, award-winning actor, comedy writer and theatre director, Master of Ceremonies (MC), facilitator, and other talents which cannot (and must not be named for fear of losing the element of intrigue)- the multi-talented Alan COmmittie joins host Luqmaan Shadrach for this weekly edition of Under the Spotlight. […] […]