Published on October 24, 2022

Who needs takeaways when you can create tempting Eastern flavours in your own kitchen? ‘Thai cuisine combines hot, sweet, sour and cool tastes in every meal,’ says Kai Hutchinson, owner and head chef of Kai Thai restaurants.   Beef Stir-fry   SERVES 4 HANDS ON 10 min   INGREDIENTS 350 g beef stir-fry strips 2 […]

Published on October 24, 2022

Have fun decorating your cupcakes with these froggy fondant decorations!   INGREDIENTS 12 vanilla cupcakes   FOR THE FONDANT 500 g white fondant icing Blue food colouring Green food colouring Cornflour 1/2 cup icing   EQUIPMENT Rolling pin A round glass (as wide as the cupcake) toothpick   Tip: Ask an older family member or […]

Published on October 10, 2022

Delicious, refreshing and perfect for summer! Pomegranate smoothie Serves 2 Ingredients: 2 (640 g) pomegranates, seeds removed and set aside 1 cup Greek-style yoghurt 1 tbsp honey 1 (230 g) large banana, coarsely chopped Method: Divide 2 tbsp of the pomegranate seeds among the holes of an ice cube tray and top with water. Freeze […]

Published on September 2, 2022

We’re bringing back our childhood memories with these two heritage desserts: Cinnamon & white chocolate Cremora tart and Tropical pineapple fridge tart.

Published on September 2, 2022

Start off your Sunday mornings the traditional way of the Cape with a few hot, syrupy koeksisters – each bite overflowing with love and comfort 

Published on September 2, 2022

We’re going back to basics with these fun local recipes that are sure to bring back memories and make your tastebuds go ‘mmmm’   Mosbolletjie Muffins With Honey Butter SERVES 10 •  TOTAL TIME  2 hour 30 min INGREDIENTS Butter 55 g Milk ¾ cup Water ¼ cup White grape juice ½ cup Cake flour […]

Published on September 2, 2022

We made a few tweaks to one of SA’s classics and created a meat-free chickpea bunny chow, complete with mango atchar for extra flavour.

Published on August 19, 2022

It’s time to get grilling with this deliciously succulent steak recipe for the ultimate heritage braai! And with shoestring fries? What more could you want!

Published on August 19, 2022

Roasted marrow bones may not seem like the most appetizing dish, but don't knock it until you try it! It's packed with flavour and super quick to make

Published on August 19, 2022

These tasty, doughy pampoenkoekies, also known as fritters will transport you back to your South African school bake sales   MAKES 15–20 •  TOTAL TIME  1 hour FOR THE PAMPOENKOEKIES Pumpkin, cooked and mashed 250 g Eggs 1 Nutmeg ¼ tsp Salt 1 tsp Milk ¼ cup Flour 1½ cups Baking powder 1 tsp FOR […]