Published on November 7, 2023

Whether you fancy a summer ratatouille, or a no-fuss baked tomato pasta, tomatoes are the versatile ingredient to see you through.   Endlessly versatile, tomatoes are bursting with flavour, juice and colour. These four ways bring out the very best in them.  Shakshuka   Serves 4 This North African dish of eggs poached in a spicy […]

Published on November 7, 2023

A buttery pastry base, silky egg custard and sharp seasoning will take your quiche from amateur to high-tea status. Getting a high-tea quiche right comes down to three things: a buttery pastry base, a silky egg custard and sharp seasoning. We build it from the base up and finish it off with three fabulous flavour […]

Published on November 7, 2023

Melons are a complete flavour burst on their own but with a little bit of sugar and spice, they get even better. Why not try it out yourself this summer?   The main melons found in SA stores are watermelons, spanspek (known as sweet melons or cantaloupe) and honey melon. Fresh produce markets often sell more […]

Published on October 27, 2023

Who says you can only get that delicious coffee aroma in your morning cuppa? These yummy recipes, from New York-style cheesecake to French toast and steak will entice you to get cooking with your brew.   Wake-up-and-go coconut and mint iced coffee  Serves 4 // Cooking time 10 minutes  Ingredients  Punnet mint leaves 4 glasses ice […]

Published on October 25, 2023

No matter where on the globe you are celebrating, everyone always looks forward to that one dish you only eat on Christmas day. From Malva puddings to tamales and even a bucket of KFC, find out which dishes make their annual appearance in these countries.  South Africa: Malva pudding  Like creamy milk tart and heavenly […]

Published on October 18, 2023

Lock in moisture and taste by wrapping, coating and folding extra flavour around chicken and fish – with something sweet at the end to tie it all up.  Baked coconut fish tacos  Serves 4  Ground oats make for a healthier crumbed coating, and adding extra coconut boosts flavour and fibre.  Ingredients  1 cup rolled oats 1/2 […]

Published on October 13, 2023

Bring on the good vibes! We’re all eyes for these jaw-dropping canapés.  Deep-fried maize balls Makes about 35 // Total time 1 hour 20 minutes Ingredients  5-6 cups water  1/2 tablespoon salt + extra for seasoning  3 cups white maize meal  Vegetable oil, for sautéing and deep-frying  1 onion, chopped  2 red peppers, deseeded and diced  […]

Published on October 12, 2023

There’s no better way to kick off the social season than a gathering and some quick bites! Serve up any of these 8 dips with fresh veggies, crackers or chips to keep everyone deliciously satisfied.  Each serves 4-6 as a side Roasted garlic and cauliflower dip Ingredients  1 halved cauliflower head halved garlic bulb 3 […]

Published on October 10, 2023

Don’t wait for life to hand you lemons. Go out and grab some, plus some gooseberries (and even tequila) to make some lemonade to cool off summer’s heat.  Pink lemonade  Serves 4 Ingredients  200 ml water 200 ml sugar 200 ml lemon juice 200 ml cranberry juice 500 ml ginger ale 1 lemon, sliced, to […]

Published on October 10, 2023

A party without cake is just a meeting! Serve it up MK style to steal the show.  Red velvet cake with white chocolate ganache and torched meringue  Makes one six-layer cake  // Serving 12 // Total time 1 hour 30 minutes, plus cooling Ingredients  For the cake  5 1/3 cups cake flour 1/2 cup cocoa powder  […]