Published on July 14, 2025

Whether you’re channeling your inner Julia Child or just here for the cheese, these French-inspired dishes are perfect for Bastille Day on 14 July.  French toast Croque madame   Serves 4 // Cooking time: 20 minutes  Ingredients  4 eggs 3 Tbsp milk or cream Salt and pepper 8 slices bread 2 Tbsp vegetable oil  For the […]

Published on June 20, 2025

These two delicious recipes will have you channelling your inner 007 in no time on 21 June, World Martini Day.  Rose water martini with candy floss    Serves 2     Ingredients  2 tots (50ml) vodka 2 tots (50ml) pink gin 2 Tbsp rose syrup 1 lime 1 cup soda water Candy floss Crushed ice  Method  […]

Published on June 17, 2025

Celebrate World Tapas Day on 19 June with a spread of irresistible bites that are perfect for sharing at your next soiree!  Asparagus, Brie & caramelised onion rolls  Serves 8     Ingredients  2 Tbsp butter 2 onions, sliced 2 thyme sprigs, picked, plus extra to serve 2 rolls puff pastry 125g Brie, sliced into 8 […]

Published on June 13, 2025

From braaimasters and spice lovers to that pops with a sweet tooth – this Father’s Day, we’re serving up something special for every kind of dad.  The veggie (and comfort) enthusiasts: French onion mac & cheese recipe  Serves 4-6     Two classics in one! French onion soup meets macaroni and cheese.    Ingredients  For the onions    […]

Published on May 22, 2025

Celebrate Chardonnay Day with Chef Ollie Swart’s recipe for delicately balanced pasta, where lemon and white wine cuts through the rich cheese.  Chef Ollie’s Lemony sage, Chardonnay & pecorino pasta  Serves 4    Ingredients  500g Tagliatelle 100g Unsalted butter 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 4 Garlic cloves, sliced 8 Sage leaves Zest of 1 lemon […]

Published on April 25, 2025

These four wallet-friendly padkos recipes are easy to pack, delicious and guaranteed to keep those travel munchies in check.  Chicken wraps with cranberry and whipped feta  Makes 4 wraps // Cooking time 20 minutes    Ingredients  1 cup smooth cottage cheese 1 cup feta ¼ cup parsley, chopped 4 wholewheat wraps ½ red onion, thinly […]

Published on April 17, 2025

Get ready to hop into dessert heaven with these three delicious Easter desserts that are bound to impress your guests!    Easter Malva Bundt cake  Serves 8-10 // Cooking time 1 hour 35 minutes  Ingredients  For the malva pudding  3 cups (450g) flour ½ cup (60g) cocoa powder 1 tsp (5ml) salt 6 Tbsp (90g) butter, […]

Published on March 28, 2025

Another day, another TikTok recipe that goes viral and some questionable drinks make the rounds on social media. Get ready to shake, stir, and sip your way into these drink trends that really are worth trying!  1. Matcha hot chocolate     From strawberry to creamy chocolate – it’s inevitable that matcha will pop up on […]

Published on February 26, 2025

With Ramadan approaching, we look into what some of these beloved foods mean to our MyKitchen team members during this sacred month.   “I don’t really have a single favourite food during Ramadan, but I enjoy the simple pleasure of breaking my fast with a refreshing glass of water followed by a sweet date. There’s something […]

Published on August 2, 2024

Who knew your local brew can be used in these culinary delights? Celebrate International Beer Day on the first Friday of August with these yummy beer-infused recipes. Cheese and beer pot bread  Serves 6 // Cooking time 1 hour 10 minutes Ingredients  500g self-raising flour  400g tin corn kernels, drained  1 tsp salt  440ml beer  […]