12 Pantry items that festive-fy any dish

Food & Home | 02.12.2025 16:00
Whether you’ve been too busy to plan a festive feast or are more of a play-it-by-ear cook, a well-stocked pantry can be your secret weapon. With just a few essential items, you can turn any ordinary lunch or dinner into something warm, celebratory, and unmistakably South African. Here are 12 pantry items that will instantly festive-fy any dish.