Recipes

Baby marrow cake with lemon and coconut

Published on June 1, 2018

If you aren’t too fond of extremely sweet desserts, then this lovely baby marrow, coconut and lemon cake is the one for you. It’s light and has a bitter-sweet combination of flavours, making a delicious treat.

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Traditional hot toddy

Published on June 1, 2018

Fend off the winter blues with this heart-warming, flu-fighting drink! A traditional hot toddy is perfect for relieving symptoms of colds and flu, fighting a fever and helping you to fall asleep. 

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Chilled curried pea soup

Published on May 28, 2018

MyKitchen reader Gloria Strydom says her mom used this tasty curried pea soup recipe to get her to eat peas as a child, and that it’s perfect for cold or warm weather.

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Traditional chicken soup

Published on May 28, 2018

Nothing beats the cold better than some good old traditional chicken soup! Make this amazing recipe with great spices and herbs to get that immune system going again.

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Mozzarella and meatball sub

Published on May 28, 2018

What could be better than a cheesy and meatball sub? You can use any meat you like for the meatballs, but be sure to stick with creamy fresh mozzarella for ultimate taste and cheesy-ness!

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Cheat’s mac ‘n’ cheese

Published on May 28, 2018

Just the very thought of gooey pasta and cheese makes us feel comforted and happy! Next time you want a bowl of love, whip up our quick-and-easy fancy mac 'n' cheese.

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Persian-spiced lamb shanks with bukhari rice

Published on May 25, 2018

According to legend, these Iranian lamb shanks was created by a resourceful cook to feed a sultan who was lost in the forest. Needless to say, the sultan liked it and we know you will too! Serve with a side of Bukhari rice.

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Pistachio and pine nut halva

Published on May 25, 2018

Can’t seem to shake that sweet tooth? Try this lovely nut halva recipe and serve with a cup of mint tea! What is a halva, you ask? It's a delicious Middle Eastern sweet made from sesame flour and honey. YUM! 

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Cinnamon iced coffee

Published on May 25, 2018

Sweet with a little spice, this delicious cinnamon iced coffee will get you through even the toughest of mornings.

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Lemon and origanum marinated mozzarella

Published on May 22, 2018

Take your cheeseboard to the next level with this amazing marinated mozzarella! Fresh cheese is the best for absorbing delicious herbs and oils, so get to prepping.

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