Discover Spekko rice’s fresh look and taste the world at home

Spekko Rice has unveiled a fresh new look, kicking off an exciting campaign that shows South Africans just how creative cooking with rice can be.

With 7 Weeks Around the World, the brand wants home cooks to see rice not just as a side, but as the star of the meal, packed with flavor and possibilities. The campaign takes food lovers on a journey to seven countries: Japan, Indonesia, Morocco, Mexico, Italy, Thailand, and India.

Each destination brings new ideas for turning simple ingredients into delicious dishes. From Temari Sushi in Japan to creamy Risotto ai Fungi in Italy, from fragrant Masoor Dal Khichdi in India to Thailand’s punchy Pad Krapow, these recipes show how rice can transform any meal into something special. Spekko’s rice itself hasn’t changed; it’s still the same premium, single-source grains from trusted growers.

What’s new is the modern, vibrant packaging, making it easier for shoppers to find the rice they need. The five featured types - Long Grain Parboiled, Wholegrain Brown, White ExtraLong Grain, Basmati, and Jasmine Rice - work perfectly with the international recipes in the campaign.

These dishes make it simple to bring a taste of the world into your own kitchen. Adding extra inspiration are some of South Africa’s favourite cooks and content creators.

Clement Pedro from Taste magazine, former MasterChef SA winner Kamini Pather, known for her accessible approach to home cooking, Chef Zanele van Zyl, Tamara Reddy, travel and food TikTokker exploring the flavours of Indonesia, Aneeka Papier, not only the wife of Blue Bulls rugby player, but also star of VIA TV’s Aneeka se Kombuis, along with our very own creator LilaLerie and Gadija Sydow, share tips and recipes to make adventurous cooking easy and fun for everyone.

With its new look and exciting recipes, Spekko Rice invites South Africans to get creative in the kitchen. Rice is no longer just a side dish - it can be the heart of every meal, bringing flavour, curiosity, and fun to the table.

Thirty readers will stand a chance every week for 7 days to win R1 000 voucher. To enter, buy any two Spekko products and WhatsApp the word "Hi" to 084 645 3217 and follow the prompts.