Mustard seeds have been found in Egyptian tombs presumably to aid digestion in the afterlife. Mixed with chillies and whole spices in a tangy pickle or relish, the taste can only be described as heavenly. Try your hand at tangy homemade pickles or relishes. A good supply of cheese is a snacktime must-have - once you start dipping into those relishes, you're not going to want to stop!

En exciting flavour for braais and a family favourite in the kitchen

Pakco Roasted masala is a pure curry powder produced from exotic spices, blended with a little thickening agent and vegetable oil to a time-honoured Eastern recipe.