Few smells bring more comfort than that of a fragrant curry – not only in colder months but also at the height of summer. Curry doesn’t have to be expensive …
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Blueberry and almond crostata
A few years ago I posted this recipe for a peach galette. By the way, the French call it a galette, the Italians call it a crostata. Now that I’ve …
Scott’s bread
Scott Armstrong joined the team at The Demo Kitchen in May 2015 as an intern – part of his practical experience (food media) for his chef’s course at the Institute …
Milk tart
If there was ever a prize for the most popular sweet treat in South African heritage recipes, it must surely go to the milk tart. You’ll find more recipes for …
Chocolate pineapple pudding with almond & orange
Last night, the MasterChef SA Celebrity contestants had to cook something using a secret ingredient: pineapple. The team behind the Woolworths #CelebrityChef campaign asked me to also put together a …
Roasted plum tart
There is nothing more beautiful than a perfectly ripe plum, its silky matt skin dark and red and tender. Inside, the flesh reveals a golden, juicy, tart, fibrous treasure. I …
Crustless ricotta cheesecake
Many years ago, long before I started writing my food blog, I saved a few pages from a Pick ‘n Pay Fresh Ideas booklet before it became Fresh Living Magazine …
A festive table from “Share: The Cookbook” with Poetry stores
It was such a treat to discover this new book on the shelf at Poetry stores – Share: The Cookbook. It is a celebration of women who have survived war …
Lemon curd swiss roll
As mentioned before, I just adore South African food icon Phillippa Cheifitz and her recipes. She’s probably the reason that I want to write my own recipe book (and will, …
Pear & blue cheese quiche with rocket & pecans
There are few things as underrated as a good quiche. It’s so easy to make and one of the best options for a light lunch or a tea table during …