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 …
Easy lamb chop bourguignon (French-style stew in red wine)
Beef bourguignon is probably one of the best-known classic French dishes, also famously featured in the movie Julie & Julia. This fuss-free version is made with delicious lamb chops …
How to make great pizza: from scratch, at home, without a pizza oven
After many requests, here it is! My essential guide to making exceptionally tasty pizza at home, from scratch, without a pizza oven. We’ve been making pizza at home for many …
Lamb & tomato ragu with gnocchi
This is hands-down one of the most comforting dishes I’ve ever eaten. It is made with boneless lamb that’s been cubed into 1 x 1 cm blocks – don’t …