Welcome to VanZylStead
….where urban homesteading meets the embrace of natural living. Nestled in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa, our homestead is a sanctuary of simplicity and sustainability.
We are firm believers in the power of returning to our roots, cultivating our own nourishment, and cherishing the bounties of nature. Guided by our faith and a deep reverence for the Earth, we strive to live harmoniously with our surroundings, embracing a lifestyle that is both gentle on the planet and enriching for our souls.
Join us on our journey as we share our passion for holistic health, organic gardening, and the pursuit of a simpler, more intentional way of life.
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Tulsi & Strawberry Granita
Now, tulsi isn't your ordinary sweet basil. It has a wonderfully aromatic flavour, slightly spicy with hints of cloves and pepper. And while we often think of basil as something to add to savoury dishes, tulsi can be absolutely delicious paired with summer fruit. So today, we're making something a little different: a homemade strawberry and tulsi granita!
If you've never made granita before, think of it as a cross between a sorbet and a grown-up slushie. It's icy, fruity and wonderfully refreshing, with a slightly coarse, crystalline texture that makes it so lovely on a hot day.
And the best part? You don't need an ice cream machine.
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3 Herbs Worth Growing in Your Garden
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Lemon Verbena & Peach Sorbet – A Little Taste of Summer!
There is something about summer fruit that makes me ridiculously happy! After months of watching our fruit trees wake up, flower and slowly develop their fruit, we finally get to enjoy the harvest. And what better way to celebrate summer than with something homemade, refreshing and absolutely delicious?
Today we're taking one of my favourite fragrant herbs, lemon verbena, and pairing it with juicy summer peaches to make a beautiful homemade sorbet. If you've never used lemon verbena in a dessert before, you're in for a treat. Its lovely citrus fragrance works beautifully with the sweetness of stone fruit, and you don't need an ice cream machine to make this recipe.
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