Starters, snacks & sides

Bobotie mince pies

Published on December 18, 2017

Have you ever thought about going savoury with these babies? Serve up these bobotie mince pies as canapés to your friends and family as they arrive for Christmas lunch or dinner.

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Duck fat roast potatoes with Parmesan and rosemary

Published on December 13, 2017

We all know that there’s nothing like a tray of duck-fat roast potatoes. With duck fat available at a selection of local grocery stores, it’s easier than ever to indulge in this delicious side. And if you can’t find any, remember to always cook your potatoes last, then you can roast them in the pan juices leftover from your Christmas...

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Crab, avocado and mango stacks

Published on November 29, 2017

Summer just wouldn’t be the same without a perfectly ripe mango to snack on. We love this tropical fruit so much, we’ve been cooking it in everything, including these mouth-watering crab and mango stacks!

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Quinoa and tahini brinjal roll-ups

Published on November 29, 2017

Whether you need a starter for your Mediterranean feast, or you just need a healthy, energy-boosting snack to get you through that mid-afternoon slump, these brinjal roll-ups will become your go-to.

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Bbq chicken and bacon pizzettes

Published on November 15, 2017

Give your guests a bar snack they can get excited about this holiday season. These little baby pizzettes should do the trick. Feel free to add your own favourite toppings and set out a variety of options to suit everyone’s tastes.

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Coppa ham and grape flatbread

Published on November 8, 2017

Serving an al fresco dinner for your guests? Need a stunning starter for your braai? You will never lack for flavour with our bright and sweet Coppa ham and grape flatbread. And your guests will love it as well, so you’d better make two.

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Gem squash blini with charred corn and sage butter

Published on November 1, 2017

You and your guests will be living on the veg after you’ve had these gem squash blinis. They are quick, easy to prepare and the meat eaters will love them too! 

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Ricotta, fig and prosciutto crostini

Published on October 25, 2017

When the weather is hot and you’re having guests over, the last thing you need is to spend hours in the kitchen. Our advice? Quick-to-prep shared plates of food and our gorgeous prosciutto crostini tick all the boxes!

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Tomato salsa and tortilla chips

Published on October 18, 2017

The real way to measure your self-control is to put a batch of tomato salsa and tortilla chips on the table and try not to each the lot! They are the perfect movie snack and are great for giving your guests something to nibble on before dinner.

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Skordalia

Published on October 4, 2017

Say what? Skordalia is a creamy dip of mashed potato, garlic and olive oil, and is a Greek favourite that is often enjoyed with fried fish. Yum, yum!

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