This is an updated version of a hit recipe that I posted quite a few years ago (a slow braised pork belly in a fragrant broth of soy sauce, ginger, …
Dinner at VADAS, Spier
November 2018 marked the opening of VADAS Smokehouse & Bakery at Spier outside Stellenbosch. This eatery replaced its predecessor, a local branch of The Hoghouse – a much loved …
Fig frangipane tart
I recently bought a 10kg crate of beautiful, purple figs for making preserves. After processing the ripest fruit into jars of soft set conserves, spiced sweet pickles and two …
Instant Pot clear roast chicken broth
I received an Instant Pot last year, to test and review and perhaps post one of my favourite recipes. After missing the deadline for posting a recipe as part …
The story behind “Klankbord”, my new tv series on VIA (DSTV channel 147)
On Wednesday 6 February 2019 at 21h30, the first episode of my brand new tv series #Klankbord will air on VIA (DSTV channel 147). If you haven’t seen the …
Lunch at Pierneef à La Motte
In December last year I was invited to visit Pierneef à La Motte Restaurant in Franschhoek at the esteemed La Motte Wine Estate in Franschhoek for lunch with my family. …
Discovering The Tree House at Boschendal (and much more)
A few weeks ago I was invited to visit Boschendal with my family for a two night stay. It was specifically a family affair, because the team at Boschendal recently …
Balsamic leg of lamb with garlic & figs
Festive season is upon us and many of us are planning menus for a special celebration with family and friends. Every year, we as an extended family get together on …
Pinotage Day at Lanzerac
Earlier this year on the 13th of October, I was invited to celebrate Pinotage Day at the iconic Lanzerac Wine Estate – one of my favourite destinations in my home town of Stellenbosch.
Asian-style braised lamb shanks with orange, ginger, star anise and soy
I’m one of those people that love my meat “saucy”. Slow braising is thus a great choice – really tender meat that’s been cooked in some liquid for a few …