Published on December 23, 2024

From gammon to a zesty roast chicken, dazzle your tastebuds this festive season with these three delicious roast recipes.   Lemony roast chicken with gravy  Serves 8 // Preparation and cooking time 2 hours Ingredients   20g thyme sprigs 220g butter, at room temperature 30g parsley, roughly chopped 4 lemons 2 tsp ground cumin 2 × […]

Published on December 23, 2024

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! That means the summer soirées are in full swing. Wow your guests with these delicious canapes at your festive get-together.  Lentil balls with green sauce Ingredients  For the lentil balls  2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, diced 3 garlic cloves, grated 2 cups tinned brown lentils, drained […]

Published on December 23, 2024

’Tis the season to be jolly! ’Tis is also the season to enjoy some of the favourite desserts we only have during the festive season. Make one of these four recipes part of your festive menu.   Summer trifle    Serves 10 -12 //  Total time 30 minutes    Ingredients   2 80g packets peach jelly 2 […]

Published on December 20, 2024

This quick and easy spiced buttermilk marinated wings with chimichurri recipe will take centre stage at your festive feast.   Spiced buttermilk marinated wings with chimichurri  Serves 8-10  Marinate your chicken the night before for ultra juicy, tender wings. Ingredients 16-20 chicken wings Salt and milled pepper 1 cup buttermilk 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard 2 […]

Published on December 20, 2024

Spritely tipples to keep things light and merry around the festive table.   Rose water martini with candy floss   Serves 2  Topping each glass with pillows of candy floss really brings through that over-the-top festive feel.  Combine crushed ice, 2 tots (50ml) each vodka and pink gin, 2 Tbsp rose syrup, juice of 1 lime […]

Published on December 18, 2024

This season we’re loving melon in all forms. These herby watermelon bowls with whipped feta are perfect for summer Herby watermelon bowls with whipped feta Serves 6  Watermelon adds a light and sweet flavour to any salad, and pairs perfectly with avocado, red onion and cucumber.   Ingredients  ½ large watermelon, cubed  Milled pepper 10g chopped […]

Published on December 17, 2024

This season we’re loving melon in all forms. Enjoy this delicious melon & chilli margarita.   Melon & chilli margarita  Serves 2  The fresh sweetness of spanspek is boosted by hints of chilli, deepening its flavour.   Combine 2 Tbsp each sugar, sea salt flakes and 1 chopped red chilli. Dip the rims of two cocktail 1 […]

Published on December 16, 2024

The tartness of raspberries and sweetness of mango complement each other perfectly for this summer frozen yogurt slice. Feel free to swap it out for frozen fruit of your choice, if you like.   Summer frozen yoghurt slice  Serves 8-10  Ingredients  300g coconut or Tennis biscuits, crushed finely ½ cup butter, melted 1 cup sugar […]

Published on December 15, 2024

Inspired by the French upside down Tarte Tartin, these flaky tomato tartlets are the perfect partner to a Camembert fondue.   Tomato tartlets with Camembert fondue   Ingredients  1 Tbsp (15ml) butter 1 Tbsp (15ml) olive oil blend + extra for drizzling 2 onions, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, finely grated 1 roll (400g) puff pastry, […]

Published on December 13, 2024

’Tis the season to rule the roasts! Dust off those aprons, preheat your ovens and get ready to master this delicious whisky, maple & apricot glazed gammon recipe Serves 6-8  Prep ahead! Boil gammon 1-2 days before use and keep in the fridge, bring it to room temperature and glaze to roast for serving.  Ingredients  […]