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  […]

Published on December 11, 2024

We give prawns their time to shine with this delicious sesame prawn toast. Sesame prawn toast  Makes 12 (as a side)  These work well in the air fryer too! Cook at 180°C for 5-8 minutes until golden and crispy.  Ingredients For the prawn mince   20 prawns, shelled and deveined  2 tsp crushed ginger 2 […]

Published on December 9, 2024

Sit down for a sunshine soirée that will have your Greek feast guests sipping, sharing and celebrating this festive season. Make it a memorable feast with something out of the ordinary: a Med spread fit for a summer Christmas.   Grilled calamari salad with dill yoghurt  Serves 6 A fresh salad that’s the perfect start to […]

Published on December 6, 2024

From bold and flavourful bites to fresh, fruity salads. Gail Damon shares her party spread for the perfect fiesta. Grilled gildas Makes about 10-12 We’ve given this famous bar snack from the Basque country in the north of Spain some South African flare by lightly charring the olives and peppers over the braai. Toss about […]

Published on December 4, 2024

An Italian frozen mousse that is, in short, life-changing. The silky dessert has a ‘half frozen’ texture (as the name semifreddo suggests), so slice and serve quickly.  Chocolate semifreddo log   Serves 8-10  Ingredients 1 ½ cups (375ml) cream, whisked to stiff peaks 4 extra-large eggs, separated cup ⅔ (145g) castor sugar 2 Tbsp (30ml) hazelnut liqueur […]