Published on December 28, 2023

‘Tis the season to be jolly – that means holiday soirées and parties galore. Follow these tips to expand your repertoire, become a beginner mixologist and impress your friends with yummy cocktails (and mocktails) all evening. Cheers! Use the correct glassware  The first step to preparing a yummy cocktail is to choose the right glass. […]

Published on December 22, 2023

Fresh, fruity drinks in a flash, for on the go or at home. Breakfast smoothie  MAKES 2  Ingredients   1 tub (180g) blueberries, plus extra for serving (optional)  ½ cup toasted oats, plus extra for serving (optional)  2 tablespoons honey  2 cups plain yoghurt  Sprigs of mint, for serving   Method  Add ingredients, except mint, to […]

Published on December 22, 2023

Become a fruit freezing pro with these tips below and enjoy summer fruits all year round.  From bananas and tropical fruit to berries and more, prep your fruit for the freezer so you can enjoy summer’s bounty all year round.  Freezing 101  1. Wash, dry & slice  Wash and dry fruit thoroughly before cutting it […]

Published on December 22, 2023

It’s the can’t-flop bread that we won’t stop baking. Banana bread is still a firm favourite and a recipe everyone needs on file. Simple steps to success for beginners:  Room temperature eggs are best for baking  Whisking sugar and eggs is an important step that you don’t want to rush! You’re both aerating the mixture […]

Published on December 22, 2023

Don’t Janu-worry about a thing! Beat the budget blues by stocking up on canned food and stretching it into delicious dinners all month long.  Chicken burrito rice bowls  Serves 4  The delicious fillings inside a burrito, without the hassle of wrapping it up! These zingy bowls can be prepared in advance and simply reheated (or even […]

Published on December 21, 2023

‘Tis the season to be jolly! ‘Tis is also the season to fill your tins with crunchy (and yummy) biscuits you’ve been looking forward to all year. Giant chocolate chip cookies, mince pie biscuits and green tea snaps, you won’t be able to resist these delicious bakes.    Giant triple-chocolate-chip cookies  Makes 10 // Cooking time […]

Published on December 16, 2023

To make this delicious dessert non-alcoholic, substitute brandy for slightly sweetened coffee, made at a strength of your liking.  Healthy-ish, almost-boozy tiramisu  Total time 35 minutes // Serves 6  Ingredients  For the syrup   2 cups (500ml) strong coffee  10-12 (about 200g) medjool dates, chopped 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla essence  ¼ cup (60ml) brandy liqueur  ⅓ […]

Published on December 16, 2023

Dare to do Christmas differently? Serve up a twist on the classic trifle for an unforgettable, festive spread.  Summer trifle  Total time 30 minutes // Serves 10-12  Ingredients  2 packets (80g each) peach jelly  2 (350g each) madeira cake layers, cut into squares  2 punnets (100g each) raspberries + extra for serving 4 cups (1L) […]

Published on December 16, 2023

Gather your loved to ones and serve a sophisticated, showstopping spread to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.  Mediterranean lamb with roast peppers  Cooking time: 1 hour // Serves: 8–10  Ingredients   1.5kg rolled deboned leg of lamb  Salt and black pepper  Oil, for searing  4 red peppers, quartered and seeds removed  120g […]

Published on December 12, 2023

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – and the perfect time to treat yourself to a yummy dessert. Spoil your family with these decadent fudgy caramel brownies. It’s the ultimate festive treat!   Serves 9 // Hands-on time: 20 minutes // Hands-off time: 40 minutes  Ingredients  1 cup (200g) Selati Pure White Sugar […]