Published on August 24, 2023

Here’s a step-by-step guide to spring-cleaning your cupboard for a better cooking and baking experience.  A well-stocked and organised store cupboard is an essential aspect of easy everyday cooking. If staples are within easy reach, you can cook more efficiently. Here’s how to make it happen today:  1. Unpack everything  Start by removing everything from […]

Published on August 24, 2023

Spring is on our doorstep and we can’t wait to take our picnic basket out of storage to enjoy an outdoor feast in plush greenery and sunlight. Make sure to use these great packing tips for your next al fresco meal:  Keep the menu simple  Choose foods that can sit outside for a while and […]

Published on August 16, 2023

Sugar, spice and everything nice! We’ve spun our favourites into trendy new desserts for you to share and savour. Tiramisu chocolate cupcakes Makes 8 – 10 large cupcakes Total time 1 hour Ingredients For the cupcakes 1 box (500g) chocolate cake mix For the syrup 1 ½ cups brown sugar ½ cup water 2/3 cup […]

Published on August 16, 2023

Use LANCEWOOD’s Medium Fat Cream Cheese to whip up a no-bake Easter showstopper. It’s as light as it is creamy. SERVES 10-12 // PREP TIME 30 MIN PLUS REFRIGERATION Ingredients For the crust 2 packs Tennis biscuits 200g butter, melted For the filling 2 tsp powdered gelatine 2 Tbsp cold water 2 tubs LANCEWOOD® medium […]

Published on August 8, 2023

Take your kitchen into a cookie haven with these 9 simple tips. Crazy about cookies? These 9 tips will deliver your best bakes…   1. Temperature talk   Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature before starting. This makes it easier to mix them and creates a light texture.    2. Care about creaming   […]

Published on August 7, 2023

Confused by culinary jargon like emulsify, julienne, dredge, and bloom? This article is your ultimate map to navigate through the culinary maze and unravel the mystery behind these terms and more.  Struggling to decipher fancy cooking terms? We give you the what and the why behind them… simply knowing their purpose can change the way […]

Published on August 7, 2023

We can’t resist its classic flavours… hearty, wholesome tomato bredie gets the standing ovation this month.  For the love of classic cooking, the beloved tomato bredie is on the menu. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or new to culinary adventures, this recipe will show you how to infuse rich flavours, textures and aromas into your […]

Published on July 28, 2023

The braai is integral to the South African experience. It cuts across ethnicity, culture and class, and brings friends and foes together. While everyone has their own way of doing things when it comes to prepping meat and grilling it over an open flame, we have a few tips that will make your next braai […]

Published on July 26, 2023

We’ve rounded up our favourite TikToks that share some genius peeling and cutting hacks that’ll become part of your regular kitchen prep in no time.   Unless you’re a trained chef, cutting difficult fruits and vegetables can be challenging. However, with the right approach and technique, it can become a breeze. Bonus – buying uncut fruit […]

Published on July 14, 2023

What good could come of carrot tops, banana peels and beetroot skins? A lot, in fact. Roast, toast and bake them to perfection – no one will guess these showstoppers very nearly didn’t make it to the table… CARROT TOP AND SPINACH PESTO MAKES 1-2 CUPS TOTAL TIME 15 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 2 bunches carrots, leaves […]