Published on August 7, 2026

 Remove the bacon to make this a vegetarian feast!    Serves 4  Ingredients   For the roast butternut 1 large butternut ¼ cup olive oil Salt and milled pepper 1 tsp cinnamon ½ tsp nutmeg ¼ cup honey, warmed 8 sage leaves 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced    For the crispy quinoa ½ cup uncooked […]

Published on August 7, 2026

A slow roasting of veggies that results in a delicate crunch with lots of flavour.   Serves 4-6 (as a snack)  Ingredients  1 bulb garlic 1 green pepper 1 red pepper 1 red onion 2 packets (400g) baby roasting carrots, washed 1 lemon, thinly sliced 2 Tbsp honey Salt and milled pepper 10g tarragon 4 sprigs […]

Published on August 6, 2026

Vibrant and flavourful, turmeric’s earthy taste with hints of pepper, citrus and ginger notes is just what winter ordered. The fresh root is also in-season during the colder months, so you can even use it fresh to extract that golden-ochre colour and an even more vibrant flavour.  Turmeric prawn on crispy tapas   This is […]

Published on August 6, 2026

  With flavours that remind you of bobotie, these frikkadels come with a rich gravy-like sauce that coats the meat and rice.  Serves 4-5  Ingredients   For the frikkadels 750g lean beef mince ½ tsp fine salt 2 tsp ground coriander 2 Tbsp mild-to-strong curry powder ¼ cup raisins or sultanas 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 […]

Published on July 29, 2026

There’s more to life than just classic French meringue. When you heat eggs while making meringue, you get a glossier and much more stable result. Dig into delicious recipes that use Swiss and Italian meringues.     Rosy red pavlova  This recipe uses Swiss meringue, which is shiny and stable. This means the meringue will keep its sheen, texture and volume […]

Published on July 29, 2026

Master the French mother sauces and discover the essential building blocks of classic French cooking.  From creamy Béchamel and peppercorn sauce to buttery Hollandaise, these timeless recipes form the foundation of countless dishes. While they may seem intimidating, each sauce can be made at home with simple ingredients and the right technique. Learn how to make these […]

Published on July 29, 2026

What’s not to love about citrus season? From steamy risottos to hearty meals and even a delicious, sweet treat – these meals made with zesty citrus make the chilly weather bearable.   Creamy lemon pasta  Ingredients  For the pasta:   1⅖ cups (250g) plain or OO flour  3 (170g) extra-large eggs    For the creamy lemon […]

Published on July 12, 2026

The authentic recipe uses Japanese “Shokupan” (milk bread), which is light and fluffy. Our own unsliced government white bread will work perfectly for this, as it is also springy and full. Makes 6 Ingredients For the toast: 2 unsliced white bread loaves 3 eggs ¼ cup sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract ½ cup cream 2 […]

Published on July 12, 2026

This recipe is inspired by the much-loved “Torrijas” (a Spanish French toast made with a spiced citrus custard, which is known for being the perfect mixture of a bread pudding and French toast. Makes 10 slices Ingredients For the custard: 2 cups milk 1 orange, zested 2 Tbsp orange juice 1 cinnamon stick 2 Tbsp […]

Published on July 12, 2026

If you go to France and don’t end up with a steaming hot chocolate, a side of cream and a croissant to dip into it, I’m afraid you’re doing it wrong. Turn to page 56 to make your own croissant or buy them to pair with this hot drink that can, let’s be honest, double […]