Published on June 5, 2024

Celebrate the spirit of World Gin Day with the perfect cocktail. From zesty citrus flavours to floral fun, impress your friends with these delicious (and easy to make) gin drinks.  Cape citrus G&T with naartjie gin  Makes 1 // Cooking time: 25 minutes  Ingredients  Citrus syrup: 250g sugar Peels from 2–3 ClemenGolds ½ cup (125ml) lime […]

Published on June 5, 2024

Get ready to impress your friends (and your taste buds). From ingredient choices to technique, here are three ways to take your burger from ordinary to extraordinary.  Choose the right meat  When it comes to burgers, choosing the right meat is crucial. The more fat there is in the meat, the juicier and more delicious […]

Published on June 5, 2024

Your dad is in for a treat! Whether a hearty breakfast, tasty lunch or decadent dessert, try one (or more!) of these recipes to spoil him with a yummy home-cooked meal.   Breakfast  Pap pancakes with bacon jam  Makes 12 // Cooking time: 45 minutes    Ingredients  ¼ cup (60ml) + 2 Tbsp (15ml) maize meal […]

Published on May 23, 2024

Use these candied pear slices as cake toppers, or dip in chocolate and wrap it up for a nice gift.   Candied pear & edible flower decorations  Makes 12-16  Ingredients 2 cups (500ml) water 2 cups (400g) sugar 2 pears, thinly sliced Handful edible flowers (we used pansies)  Method Add water and sugar to a […]

Published on May 16, 2024

Here’s the tea on three of the hottest food trends right now. It’s tried and tested in our trusty MK kitchen, so you know what’s worth making at home, and what should just stay on your phone!   Pull-apart garlic loaf  Serves 6-8  Top sheets of garlic bread with chopped olives or mozzarella for an extra […]

Published on May 10, 2024

Don’t let loadshedding stop you from serving mom an eye-catching feast fit for royalty this Mother’s Day, says editor Chad January.   Snack spread  Keep the lunch cravings at bay with these moreish snacks to keep you full while the coals heat up.  Spanspek salad with salami & mozzarella  Serves 4-6 (as a starter)  You can […]

Published on May 7, 2024

Is there anything more comforting than a warm bowl of malva pudding on a chilly day? Try one of these four recipes and cosy up with this traditional South African dessert.  Chocolate and caramel malva pudding  Serves 6–8 // Total Time 40–45 Min   Ingredients  For the malva  2 cups (400 g) dark brown sugar   […]

Published on May 6, 2024

The colder days bring with them a need for warmth and heart in the type of food we indulge in. Those cravings for refreshing salads are suddenly replaced with the yearning for bowls of comfort. Our seven-ingredient spaghetti squash recipe is a dish you’ll want to add to your collection. The best part? The halved spaghetti […]

Published on May 3, 2024

Find yourself in a world delicious decadence when you try this easy-to-make chocolate cake recipe. Use Selati Sugar and spoil your loved ones with this yummy sweet treat.   This cake uses the whisk-and-fold method. Fold in by hand instead of an electrical whisk to prevent overmixing.  Chocolate cake with Selati Sugar   Makes: one 3-Layer […]

Published on May 3, 2024

This rich and decadent dessert is perfect for any occasion. Use Selati Sugar and impress your loved ones with this easy-to-make and tasty tiramisu recipe.   These require minimal effort and serve as the perfect dessert for those not into too much sweetness! Be sure all your diary ingredients are ice cold for the best […]