I’m such a fan of recreational baking and always keen on learning more and sharpening my skills. Yesterday I attended Martjie Malan‘s first baking class in her winter series of …
A stay with dinner and breakfast at Majeka House
Earlier this year, I received an invitation to visit Majeka House Hotel & Restaurant in Stellenbosch for a stayover for two including a four course dinner with wine pairing. …
Pulled lamb pitas with tomato salad & tzatziki
Once you’ve tasted a proper Greek-style souvlaki, few things can beat this meaty “sandwich”: slightly sticky pieces of tender, slow roasted lamb on a toasted pita with fresh tomato …
Tabbouleh bowl with shredded lamb
If you haven’t cooked with bulgur wheat before, you’ll be amazed that it only needs 20-30 min soaking (no boiling). You can’t mess it up! Apart from that, it’s …
Lamb steak salad with figs, rocket, grilled courgettes and yoghurt dill dressing
There’s certainly more than one way to enjoy a good steak – and it doesn’t have to include potato chips and heavy sauces. Whether it’s Winter or Summer, a …
Lamb ramen with star anise, ginger and chilli
Ramen has made a huge splash over the past few years in the Western world, although it’s been a staple for in the East for ages. The stuff that …
Italian-style white bean soup with lamb knuckle
Although many of us know and love traditional South African bean soup made with red speckled beans, there’s another variety that you absolutely have to try. It is made …
Spicy lamb & chickpea stew
This easy North African-style lamb & chickpea stew is heartier than a soup, yet it doesn’t need to be served with any added starch. It is high in protein, …
How to make a cortado frappé with the GREENIS Smart+ Power Blender
A few weeks ago I received a Greenis 888OT Smart+ Power Blender from Greenis South Africa to try out and review. I’ve since discovered the world of power blending …
Moroccan-style lamb tagine with harissa and preserved lemon
There are few things as inviting as the smell of a fragrant, spicy, exotic lamb tagine bubbling away in your kitchen. I used a dry harissa spice blend that …