Published on February 13, 2023

Single with no desire to mingle? It’s the perfect day to practice self-love and to treat yourself to this delicious 3-course solo dinner menu. Happy Valentine’s Day!  Starter: Phyllo veggie parcels  Cooking time ± 90 minutes  Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 100g mushrooms, sliced 2 baby marrows, sliced lengthways 1 brinjal, sliced lengthways 3 tbsp […]

Published on February 7, 2023

Show mom just how much you love her with these adorable Valentine’s sweet treats.   Cereal love bites   Makes 10 • Total Time 1 Hour   Ingredients 400g marshmallows (pink and white)  ¼ cup butter  5 cups puffed rice  80g white Chocolate, melted  pink gel food colouring (optional)  2 tbsp colourful sprinkles   Method 1. Grease and […]

Published on February 6, 2023

Sweethearts on a shoestring, these date-night desserts won’t break the bank (or any hearts)!  Fiery and fruity crêpe cake   Serves 8 • Total Time 20 Min (Plus 1 Hour Resting Time)  Ingredients FOR THE CRÊPES 4 eggs   1L milk  ¾ cup sugar  1 tsp vanilla extract  2 cups flour  ½ tsp salt  ¼ cup […]

Published on January 23, 2023

Creamy, gooey yumminess that melts in your mouth – why would anyone want to avoid cooking this mouth-watering Italian dish? Here are a few tips to help you make a risotto that will leave your special someone wanting more and more… 1. Use short-grain risotto rice   If your rice is mushy and can be […]

Published on January 18, 2023

Quick, convenient and hydrating, fruit and vegetable juices pack a punch. They’re filled with vitamins and minerals and work in an abundance of combinations – you’re bound to find a favourite.  Ginger power  Both fresh and powdered ginger are widely known for their medicinal properties that can conquer a cold, nausea and even pain. Regularly […]

Published on January 18, 2023

Following his foray into Italy, editor Chad January  keeps it continental with his fresh take on several of Spain’s most iconic dishes.  Valencian-style paella Serves 6-8 • Total Time 1 Hour   Ingredients FOR THE CHICKEN AND CHORIZO Salt and freshly ground black pepper Chicken thighs, skin on 8 Canola oil 3 tbsp Chorizo or […]

Published on January 18, 2023

Raise your glass in a toast to sisterhood with these Galentine’s day drinks.  Top tip: Flip to Ed’s Corner in the February issue of MyKitchen (page 6) for cool ice cube ideas.   The Merry Mary   Makes 1L • Total Time 15 Min   Ingredients Tomato juice 1L  Freshly squeezed lemon juice ½  cup  Worcestershire sauce […]

Published on December 23, 2022

This curried baked hake and crispy calamari recipes are hearty enough to earn a place on the Sunday lunch table.  Red curry baked hake  Serves 4   Total time 20–25 min Ingredients Butter 2 tbsp  Olive oil 1 tbsp  Red thai curry paste 2 tbsp  Garlic, sliced 4 cloves  Tomato paste 1 tbsp  Sugar 2 tsp  […]

Published on December 23, 2022

From carbonara to meatballs, we love a good, comforting bowl of spaghetti. Treat your family to one of these pastalicious meals!   Spaghetti with boerie meatballs Serves 4   Cooking time ± 1 hour  Ingredients  200 g boerewors, casing removed  3 tbsp breadcrumbs  1 tbsp olive oil  410 g tin chopped tomatoes  1 tbsp caster sugar  1 […]

Published on December 22, 2022

We share easy-to-make summer lunches for work It’s time to take work lunch a little more seriously. Get up from your desk or take a stroll with this grown-up lunchbox inspiration. Pesto pasta salad jars Serves 1   Total Time 10 Min Fusilli pasta, cooked handful Basil pesto 2 tbsp Olive or canola oil 1 […]