Published on March 15, 2024

We don’t need any excuses to enjoy a tasty sweet treat! Whether in the decadent honeycomb rocky road fudge cake or the creamy stone–fruit cheesy tartlets, use Selati Sugar and spoil your loved ones with these yummy (and easy-to-make) bakes.   Honeycomb rocky road fudge ‘cake’   Serves 12-14 This sweet slice has a ganache topping […]

Published on March 14, 2024

Food symbolises more than just our palettes: it represents centuries of love, struggle and stories. Saba uses her cookbook Tekebash & Saba as a way to do just that – exploring her Ethiopian heritage one recipe at a time.  Saba Alemayoh’s 2023 recipe book Tekebash & Saba is a comprehensive timeline detailing the raw existence […]

Published on March 14, 2024

Turn your little ones into bakers with these yummy and easy-to-make recipes with chocolate. Chocolate cosmic cookies  Makes about  20 cookies Transform an ordinary box of cake mix into these easy-to-make cookies.   Preheat oven to 180°C and line two baking trays with baking paper. Combine 1 box (500g) chocolate cake, 1 whisked large egg and […]

Published on March 13, 2024

Celebrate Easter with a bounty of delicious, sweet treats! These delicious desserts will be the perfect ending to your festive feast.   Chocolate-egg truffles  Makes 12 // Cooking time 55 minutes    Ingredients  ¾ cup double-thick cream 500 g dark chocolate, chopped 1 tsp vanilla essence 250 g milk chocolate, melted 1 cup desiccated coconut  Method  […]

Published on March 13, 2024

From eclairs to a light (and yummy) panna cotta, these delicious caramel desserts are sure to impress and leave your guests wanting more.   Sea-salt caramels Makes 20 // Cooking time 2 hours 25 min  Ingredients  2½ cups sugar 1 cup water 385 g tin condensed milk 115 g butter, cubed 1 tbsp sea-salt flakes  Method  […]

Published on March 11, 2024

Seafood shines during the Easter season, and we’re here for the soirée! Whether it’s a big braai bash or a simple family dinner, fresh fish on your coastal holiday or frozen seafood if you’re living inland, there’s a seaside feast for everyone on the menu.  Cape Malay fish curry with preserved lemon  Serves 4  This fish […]

Published on March 5, 2024

Celebrate Ramadan, the holy month of fasting community and worship with these tasty and traditional Eid recipes. Yum! Sweet cheese rolls with rose petal jam  Serves 6 //  Prep time 1 hr 30 minutes // Cooking time 20 minutes   Ingredients  For the rose petal jam  3 cups edible rose petals, chopped 1¼ cup sugar  1 […]

Published on February 15, 2024

Bulk up and build muscle in the best way this summer with these flavoursome protein and carb-rich lunches   Pork meatball mini subs   SERVES 4 // TOTAL TIME 25 MINS  Ingredients  1 pack pork bangers Canola oil, for frying 1 large baguette, cut into 4 (quarters) ½ punnet fresh coriander or parsley ½ cup mayonnaise […]

Published on February 15, 2024

A great menu uses a symphony of different textures to create not only perfect harmony, but also a feast for the senses. Prepare to catch all the feels with these…   Chocolate Rice Krispies ice-cream sandwich  MAKES 8  Smooth meets crisp and chewy in a recipe that reminds you of your childhood. It’s the perfect dessert […]

Published on February 14, 2024

After her first smash-hit air fryer cookbook, our local best-selling author Louisa Holst is back with her second must-fry book. She’s serving up snacks, roasts, quick meals and dessert – all from her air fryer!   Lemon and sage roast chicken  SERVES 4-6  Swap out the lemon for lime, orange or grapefruit if you prefer.   Ingredients  […]