Published on August 14, 2026

The national treasure we all adore, now with a hint of spice and that caramelised biscuit taste. If you’re on a budget, leave out the Biscoff for the classic pud.     Serves 8  Ingredients   For the malva batter 2 cups (400g) brown sugar 5 extra-large eggs 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla essence 1 cups (263g) cake flour  2 […]

Published on August 13, 2026

The classic creamy sauce, made with chicken mince instead of chicken thighs to save on cost.  Serves 4  Ingredients   For the meatballs: 600g chicken mince (or boneless chicken thighs, diced and blitzed in a food processor) 2 cloves garlic, finely grated 1 Tbsp garam masala ½ Tbsp ground coriander ½ Tbsp ground cumin ¼ tsp each […]

Published on August 10, 2026

 A slice of this on a rainy day could cure any blues.  Serves 6-8  Ingredients   For the filling 2 potatoes, peeled 2 Tbsp butter 3 leeks, thinly sliced 1 Tbsp flour 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp paprika 5 large eggs, whisked 1 cup cream ½ cup milk 1 Tbsp chopped chives 1 Tbsp […]

Published on August 7, 2026

 Remove the bacon to make this a vegetarian feast!    Serves 4  Ingredients   For the roast butternut 1 large butternut ¼ cup olive oil Salt and milled pepper 1 tsp cinnamon ½ tsp nutmeg ¼ cup honey, warmed 8 sage leaves 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced    For the crispy quinoa ½ cup uncooked […]

Published on August 7, 2026

A slow roasting of veggies that results in a delicate crunch with lots of flavour.   Serves 4-6 (as a snack)  Ingredients  1 bulb garlic 1 green pepper 1 red pepper 1 red onion 2 packets (400g) baby roasting carrots, washed 1 lemon, thinly sliced 2 Tbsp honey Salt and milled pepper 10g tarragon 4 sprigs […]

Published on August 6, 2026

Vibrant and flavourful, turmeric’s earthy taste with hints of pepper, citrus and ginger notes is just what winter ordered. The fresh root is also in-season during the colder months, so you can even use it fresh to extract that golden-ochre colour and an even more vibrant flavour.  Turmeric prawn on crispy tapas   This is […]

Published on August 6, 2026

  With flavours that remind you of bobotie, these frikkadels come with a rich gravy-like sauce that coats the meat and rice.  Serves 4-5  Ingredients   For the frikkadels 750g lean beef mince ½ tsp fine salt 2 tsp ground coriander 2 Tbsp mild-to-strong curry powder ¼ cup raisins or sultanas 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 […]

Published on July 29, 2026

There’s more to life than just classic French meringue. When you heat eggs while making meringue, you get a glossier and much more stable result. Dig into delicious recipes that use Swiss and Italian meringues.     Rosy red pavlova  This recipe uses Swiss meringue, which is shiny and stable. This means the meringue will keep its sheen, texture and volume […]

Published on July 29, 2026

Master the French mother sauces and discover the essential building blocks of classic French cooking.  From creamy Béchamel and peppercorn sauce to buttery Hollandaise, these timeless recipes form the foundation of countless dishes. While they may seem intimidating, each sauce can be made at home with simple ingredients and the right technique. Learn how to make these […]

Published on July 29, 2026

What’s not to love about citrus season? From steamy risottos to hearty meals and even a delicious, sweet treat – these meals made with zesty citrus make the chilly weather bearable.   Creamy lemon pasta  Ingredients  For the pasta:   1⅖ cups (250g) plain or OO flour  3 (170g) extra-large eggs    For the creamy lemon […]