Amakhekhe

  • Post published:June 10, 2017

Say what? Amakhekhe are scones, similar to the English variety but just larger. These proudly South African treats are glazed with a jam that gives them their distinctive colour. Traditionally, they are served as is, without any jam or cream.

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Lavender shortbread

  • Post published:June 3, 2017

It’s time to fill that cookie jar with fragrant biscuits that are bursting with life. We won’t say no to a late night hot drink with some of our lavender shortbread.

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Buttermilk rusks

  • Post published:May 27, 2017

Every South African should be able to whip out a batch of these whenever the craving arises. Especially since we have been making buttermilk rusks since the 17th century as a way of preserving bread.

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Almond and apricot nougat

  • Post published:May 17, 2017

Do we need to say anymore? There is no need to feel daunted when facing a nougat recipe. It is incredibly easy to make; our almond and apricot nougat comes together in a mere 6 steps. You will need some liquid glucose and a sugar thermometer, both of which can be purchased from a wide range of supermarkets.

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Crumpet stack

  • Post published:May 14, 2017

Just keep stacking! Our crumpet stack stuffed full of dill, mascarpone and smoked salmon are what weekend brunch dreams are made of.

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Peach tart

  • Post published:April 29, 2017

You will not believe how easy this tart is to prepare and it will look absolutely amazing on your table. Not to mention that fact that’s it’s truly delicious with its combo of peaches, winter spices, honey and vanilla.

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Tangy boerewors pizza

  • Post published:April 23, 2017

We don’t know how much more we can say about this winter warmer. Let us show you how to make your own pizza dough from scratch and then use it to put together this local is lekker boerewors pizza, spiced up with Peppadews, red onion and chutney.

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