Published on October 17, 2025

While you’re taking time to make these delectable condiments, go all in and crack it! Crackers are the perfect partner to all of your preserves.  Phyllo crackers   Makes 26  Ingredients  4 sheets phyllo   Butter Paprika   Salt anti milled pepper   Method Preheat oven to 200°C.  Dust a work surface and place one sheet of phyllo in front of you. Brush phyllo […]

Published on October 8, 2025

Serve as a platter with hummus at the bottom, or pita pockets filled with hummus, frikkadels and salad for family-friendly fare.  Curried frikkadels on hummus and pitas Serves 4 Ingredients ½ batch curried frikkadels, defrosted (see below) 2 cups hummus, defrosted (see below) 6 pitas, toasted and halved  ½ cup pickled red onions  Micro herbs […]

Published on October 1, 2025

Say goodbye to waste and hello to flavour with these lightning-fast 1-2-3 Quick Pickles. Made with everyday pantry staples and Selati Sugar, they’re the perfect way to add a punch of personality to any plate! 1,2,3 Quick pickles  Serves: 4   Ingredients  750ml sunflower oil 2 bay leaves 2 cinnamon sticks   ¼ cup curry leaves 300g (about 3) onions, finely chopped  […]

Published on September 18, 2025

Celebrate braai season with vibrant, flavour-packed sides that bring freshness and flair to every braai — because great company deserves more than just good meat.  Basil, halloumi & nectarine salad  Serves 4  This fresh and bright salad with stone fruit and halloumi makes a great accompaniment to grilled meats or as a meal on its […]

Published on June 3, 2025

The potato guarantees a soft, moist crumb while the egg adds an irresistible richness.  Cheesy garlic pull-apart potato bread Serves 8-10 Ingredients 2 medium soft cooking potatoes, peeled and quartered  1 cup (250ml) milk ½ cup (125g) butter  Salt  1 ½ cups (225g) cake flour  1 ½ cups (225g) bread flour 2 eggs + 1 […]

Published on May 23, 2025

Think veggie soups are bland? Think again. These meat-free marvels are packed with bold flavours and hearty ingredients. And it’s the perfect spoil for a cold winter day.  Charred tomato soup & cheesy toasties  Serves 4-6   Ingredients  1kg tomatoes, quartered  1 onion, quartered  Glug canola or olive oil  2 tsp smoked paprika  1 tsp […]

Published on April 27, 2025

Fatayer is the Middle Eastern version of Spanish empanadas or Italian calzones. These doughy parcels are for giving and gathering, and  make for a mean road trip snack, too.  Spinach and feta fatayer Makes 8 Ingredients ⅔ cup (160ml) milk, slightly warmed 2 Tbsp (30ml) sugar 1 Tbsp (15ml) instant yeast 2 cups (240g) flour, […]

Published on April 26, 2025

From gatherings to celebrations and everything in-between, amp up your meals with our favourite dips, along with some snacks to soak it all up. Toum (Lebanese garlic sauce)  Makes 1 cup  The garlic flavour of this dip can seem spicy or overwhelming at first, but as the flavour moves, it falls away into a softer […]

Published on April 9, 2025

Crunchy pita croutons and lemony dressing take a simple salad to the next level. Serves 8  Fattoush salad with preserved lemon vinaigrette Serves 8 Ingredients For the vinaigrette   2 small preserved lemons  3 Tbsp lemon juice  1 clove garlic 3 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp honey 2 tsp Dijon mustard Milled black pepper   For […]

Published on February 24, 2025

Beetroot has a strong earthy and savoury flavour. The saltiness of the feta elevates the beetroot, while the sweetness of the walnuts add a lightness to the dish. A burst of tart orange seals the deal.   Beetroot & walnut salad Serves 4    Ingredients 8 beetroots, washed and trimmed   Olive oil, for drizzling   Salt and milled […]