Published on March 26, 2025

Autumn just got a whole lot sweeter with these easy pear recipes! From a creamy cardamom and pear breakfast to a fresh salad, and even a delicious tart, the crunchy pear is the star of these yummy dishes.    Creamy cardamom & pear overnight oats  Serves 4     Ingredients  1 cup oats 2 cups pear juice […]

Published on March 20, 2025

We need no excuse to celebrate World Waffle Day on 25 March! These savoury and sweet waffle recipes are jam-packed with flavour and creativity and will have you asking for more after the first bite.   Savoury caprese salad waffles   Serves 4 // Cooking time 45 minutes    Ingredients  For the waffles  1 egg 1 cup […]

Published on February 1, 2025

Chefs around the globe unite to support sustainable seafood for healthy oceans.   Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), the ocean not-for-profit responsible for the world’s leading sustainable seafood ecolabel, has launched its Ocean Cookbook 2025. The free digital cookbook brings together chefs from all over the world to create a collection of healthy, delicious everyday recipes that […]

Published on January 7, 2025

This Asian sarmie traditionally gets a schmear of paté, as influenced by the British settlers that found themselves in Vietnam. The crusty bread with airy texture, combined with crispy pork fat and juicy meat, was more than enough to fill our plates. Convinced yet?  Pork belly bahn mi Serves 4  Ingredients  1.2kg pork belly roast […]

Published on November 18, 2024

Grab your blender and whip out a bowl! Whether you plan to have them for breakfast or a midday treat, these vibrant and fresh smoothie bowls will hit the spot perfectly in the hot summer weather!   Strawberry and banana fro-yo bowls  Serves 2 // Cooking time 15 minutes Ingredients  2 bananas, frozen 1 cup strawberries, […]

Published on November 4, 2024

Stew this spicy Korean fermented cabbage (kimchi), blending its acidic flavour with the richness of eggs. Bulk it up by serving with rice, noodles or bread.  Braised kimchi eggs  Serves 2  Ingredients 2½ cups kimchi ½ cup passata or chopped tomatoes 2-3 Tbsp water ½ Tbsp brown or coconut sugar Salt and milled pepper 2 […]

Published on June 19, 2024

The trick to making the perfect soup, fragrant curry or silky sauce is to create a flavorful broth. By taking your time to build your base, you’ll be able to build flavour with ease, resulting in a meal that packs a punch. Hot & sour pork broth Serves 10-12   Add protein by stirring through butterbeans […]

Published on May 2, 2024

She needs no introduction – from bestselling cookbooks to international awards, Siba Mtongana has made her mark with culinary delights that fill the stomach and soul. And she’s got more up her sleeve, says Editor Chad January.  It’s magic. When she thinks back to her days in the kitchen with her mom cooking up a […]

Published on April 9, 2024

A sweet treat with layers of nuts, buttery pastry and syrup? Yes, please! Treat your family with this yummy sweet treat using Selati Sugar. Pistachio and rose syrup baklava with Selati Sugar Serves 8-10  Add some orange zest to the cinnamon nut mixture for added flair.  Ingredients 1 box phyllo pastry, defrosted 1 Tbsp ground […]

Published on March 27, 2024

Lazy Saturdays, Sundays and long weekends are perfect for fuss-free brunches with the family. Our Editor whips together some of his favourites for you to dig into this Easter.   Mushroom, tomato and Brie baked eggs  Serves 4  A twist on the classic shakshuka breakfast. Cut the cost by swapping out Brie for Cheddar or crumbled […]