Published on March 18, 2026

Piña Colada cocktails typically include rum; we’ve incorporated this element in a spiced syrup. Omit the rum in the syrup to make this Piña Colanda tart halal-friendly.  Piña Colada tart Serves 6-8  Ingredients For the coconut biscuit base:  200g Tennis biscuits, finely crushed ½ cup desiccated coconut, toasted ½ cup (125g) butter, melted    For the pineapple custard filling:  ⅓ cup lemon juice 6 extra-large […]

Published on March 17, 2026

Peanut butter and raspberry jam get wrapped inside these fluffy buns for a salty-sweet American treat.  PB & J cinnabuns Makes 15  Ingredients 3⅓ cups (500g) all-purpose flour 1 sachet (10g) instant yeast ¼ cup (55g) caster sugar 1 tsp (5ml) fine salt 1 cup (250ml) lukewarm milk + extra for glazing ½ cup (125g) butter, melted 1 egg […]

Published on March 16, 2026

This pink raspberry lemonade is a refreshing fizz to cool you down while outdoors.  Pink raspberry lemonade Makes 1L cordial  Ingredients 10 lemons, juiced 1½ cups white sugar 1½ cups water 100g raspberries    For serving:  Ice Mint sprigs Lemon slices 2-3L sparkling or soda water  Method Combine water and sugar in a pot and bring to […]

Published on March 13, 2026

This sheet cake won the hearts of everyone who tasted it! It has the best of both: a tangy berry base and a sweet ganache topping.  Buttermilk berry cake with whipped ganache Makes 20 squares  Ingredients 2½ cups (375g) self-raising flour 1½ cups (330g) caster sugar ½ Tbsp (7.5ml) bicarbonate of soda 1 tsp (5ml) fine salt 2 large eggs, at room […]

Published on March 11, 2026

Traditionally these are sandwiched together with vanilla frosting and a dollop of raspberry jam. We opted for in-season granadilla pulp!  Granadilla melting moments Makes 16 biscuit sandwiches    Ingredients 1 cup (250g) butter, at room temperature 2 tsp (10ml) vanilla essence 1 egg ½ cup + 2 Tbsp (90g) icing sugar, sifted ⅓ cup + 2 […]

Published on March 10, 2026

This version of French toast will soon become a household favourite. Serve with bacon, roasted beans or curry.  Sesame-fried eggs with herbed French toast Serves 4    Ingredients 4 large eggs ½ red onion, finely diced 1 red chilli, finely minced ½ tsp turmeric ½ tsp salt 10g parsley, finely chopped + extra for garnish 1 cup milk 4 slices day-old white […]

Published on March 9, 2026

Quick and easy thin-base pizzas that can use practically any topping. Put out an assortment and let each person build their own.  Dealer’s choice pizza Makes 6  Ingredients 12 tortillas 300g mozzarella, grated 1 cup (250ml) tomato pasta sauce Basil or rocket, for serving    Choice of toppings:  Cheese (ricotta / feta / buffalo mozzarella) Veggies (asparagus / baby marrow / spinach / tomatoes / […]

Published on March 4, 2026

All the fiesta fun of nachos – crispy, creamy, fiery – stacked smartly in a grab-and-go salad jar.  Nacho salad jar Serves 4  Ingredients For the mince:  2 tsp olive oil 1 small onion, finely diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 500g beef mince 1 sachet (50g) tomato paste 2 tsp each cumin, coriander and smoked paprika 1 tsp chilli flakes (optional) 1 […]

Published on March 3, 2026

Armed with this basic crust and custard, you can add just about any filling combinations you like! We’ve given you four flavours to choose from.  Cheesy crust quiche Serves 6-8  Ingredients For the cheesy shortcrust pastry:  1⅓ cups (200g) cake flour Pinch salt ½ cup (45g) Gruyère, grated ½ cup (125g) cold butter, cubed 1 egg yolk About 2 Tbsp (30ml) cold water    […]

Published on March 3, 2026

Sweet, roasted veg and protein-packed chickpeas layer up into a colourful, hearty jar that’s as satisfying as it is sunshine-ready.  Roast veggie & chickpea jar Serves 4    Ingredients 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 tsp olive oil 1 tsp each paprika, onion powder and garlic powder 1 tsp cumin seeds Salt and milled pepper 1 can (410g) butterbeans, drained and rinsed 2 tsp tahini […]