Published on March 5, 2025

The chickpea surprise you never knew you needed  The humble can of chickpeas, the star of countless savoury dishes, is here to surprise many in being able to also be a key ingredient in the making of a quick and easy vegan meringue. Introducing aquafaba, the liquid inside a can of chickpeas. Like egg whites, […]

Published on March 5, 2025

Zorah Booley Samaai comes to our rescue with her tried and tested gluten-free recipes, fit for all occasions.  Baking is for everyone. This is what Zorah Booley Samaai shows us with her book The South African Guide to Gluten-Free Baking. She gained widespread recognition with her blog In the Midnight Kitchen, where she poured her […]

Published on March 4, 2025

Classic scones, each with their own flavour twist.   Sweet & savoury scones Makes 8 (per variation)   Ingredients For the sweet scones   3 cups (450g) flour 1 Tbsp (15ml) baking powder ½ tsp (3ml) bicarbonate of soda ¼ cup (55g) caster sugar 1 tsp (5ml) salt ½ cup (125g) cold butter, cubed 1 cup (250ml) […]

Published on March 3, 2025

We only used the top half of the loaf for our French toast. Use the remaining half if you are making a double batch of mixture, or save for sandwiches.   Tiramisu french toast Serves 6-8   Ingredients 1 loaf brioche or butter bread 1½ cups (375ml) milk ¼ cup (60ml) strong coffee 4 eggs ¼ cup […]

Published on February 26, 2025

Sweet potatoes are serving up major main character energy with their natural sweetness, vibrant colour, and versatility. From delicious (and nutritious) smoothies to a hearty soup, here are four ways to make sweet potatoes shine on your plate.   Sweet potato smoothies with maca and orange  Serves 4 // Cooking time 15 minutes   Ingredients  2 sweet […]

Published on February 26, 2025

With Ramadan approaching, we look into what some of these beloved foods mean to our MyKitchen team members during this sacred month.   “I don’t really have a single favourite food during Ramadan, but I enjoy the simple pleasure of breaking my fast with a refreshing glass of water followed by a sweet date. There’s something […]

Published on February 24, 2025

Beetroot has a strong earthy and savoury flavour. The saltiness of the feta elevates the beetroot, while the sweetness of the walnuts add a lightness to the dish. A burst of tart orange seals the deal.   Beetroot & walnut salad Serves 4    Ingredients 8 beetroots, washed and trimmed   Olive oil, for drizzling   Salt and milled […]

Published on February 21, 2025

Nutty grains paired with freshly toasted coconut and a tangy dressing are a perfect match.  Greens & grains salad with coconut & tropical dressing   Serves 4 Ingredients For the tropical dressing   170g mango chunks  2 granadilla, pulp removed  2 cloves garlic, minced  1 lime, zested  1 Tbsp Dijon or wholegrain mustard  1/2 cup olive […]

Published on February 13, 2025

With a perfect blend of a crispy crust and chewy centre, this sourdough bread gets elevated to a whole new level when served with caramelised onion butter. To achieve that perfectly crisp crust, bake the bread in a hot Dutch oven.  Cheat’s sourdough with caramalised onion butter  Serves 8  Ingredients  4 cups (600g) flour + […]

Published on February 12, 2025

Whether it’s creating a tender crumb in baked goods, tenderising meat or adding a tang to salads – good-for-you buttermilk is extremely versatile!  Perfect pan-fried steak with Zhoug sauce  Serves 2  Experience the wonders of the Maillard reaction in this seared steak topped with a burst of Middle Eastern herbs and spices.  Ingredients  About 650g […]