Published on September 26, 2025

These fresh fruit-forward recipes are sunshine on a plate. So, grab a fork and let these sweet treats steal the show.  Coconut and nectarine tart Serves 8   Ingredients   For the pastry   255g flour 125g cold butter, cubed 80g  icing sugar 2 egg yolks 1 Tbsp ice water   For the filling   2 eggs 75g caster sugar 40g desiccated coconut, plus extra to decorate 35g flour 75g butter, melted 450g (3-4) nectarines, sliced into […]

Published on September 25, 2025

Shake off the winter comfort food drowsiness and step into spring with chicken dinners that are fresh, vibrant and full of flavour! These chicken recipes just got a seasonal upgrade.   Grilled corn, chicken and nectarine salad  Serves 4  Ingredients  For the salad  2 mielies, boiled 4 Tbsp olive oil 2 chicken breasts 1 tsp paprika ¼ tsp garlic powder 4 nectarines, sliced and drizzled […]

Published on September 24, 2025

Don’t let the lack of a paella pan hold you back. Find a large cast iron pot or pan and just follow the ‘don’t stir the rice’ rule! Paella-ish dish Serves 6-8 Ingredients ½  cup olive oil  Salt and milled pepper  1 lemon, halved  8 skin-on chicken thighs 4 chicken drumsticks 100-150g chorizo  2 red peppers, finely diced  […]

Published on September 23, 2025

High heat from the coals makes for a crispy crust with a fluffy inside. Braai grid mushroom pizza  Serves 4 Ingredients For the pizza dough   2 cups cake flour 1 tsp salt 1 sachet (10g) instant yeast  ¾  cup lukewarm water 2-3 Tbsp olive oil + extra for brushing the grid 300g exotic mushroom mix  250g medium brown […]

Published on September 23, 2025

From the comforting softness of dombolo to the hearty flavours of bobotie – this recipe collection pays tribute to the diverse communities and tastes that define our shared heritage. Cornflake-coated tripe kebabs Serves 6 // Cooking time 30 minutes Ingredients For the tripe kebabs 500g honeycomb tripe, boiled ½ cup flour 2 eggs, whisked 1 […]

Published on September 23, 2025

Bringing traditional biltong flavours to the braai. This recipe requires some prep the day before, but best believe it’s worth it! Biltong steak  Serves 4-6 Ingredients 800g-1kg silverside or topside beef, cut into 3cm steaks 1 cup coarse salt ½ cup red wine vinegar ½ cup Worcestershire sauce cup brown sugar ½ cup coriander seeds, […]

Published on September 23, 2025

What’s more local than half a loaf of bread hollowed out and filled to the brim with hearty curry? We’re on board!  Durban curry bunny chow   Serves 4   First mop up the delicious curry using the bread cut out to create the loaf cavity, then move on to the walls of the loaf.  Ingredients For […]

Published on September 18, 2025

Fish requires high heat in order to sear, which avoids it sticking to the grid. A liberal brush of oil also goes a long way! Citrus & soy sticky angel fish  Serves 4  Ingredients For the basting  2 cloves garlic, sliced 3cm knob ginger, sliced ¼ cup soy sauce ¼ cup honey 2 oranges, juiced […]

Published on September 18, 2025

Rib-eye steak with XO sauce Serves 2-3 For the XO sauce, heat 1/3 cup olive oil and sauté 2 finely chopped onions, over medium heat until it begins to caramelise, about 10 minutes. Add 4 sliced garlic cloves and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat, add 3 Tbsp brandy and flambe.  […]

Published on September 18, 2025

Celebrate braai season with vibrant, flavour-packed sides that bring freshness and flair to every braai — because great company deserves more than just good meat.  Basil, halloumi & nectarine salad  Serves 4  This fresh and bright salad with stone fruit and halloumi makes a great accompaniment to grilled meats or as a meal on its […]