To me, baked custard is the ultimate dessert. Whether it’s creme caramel, creme bruleé or any variation on it, it’s where my mind sinks into a dreamy state of bliss. …
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LemonGold Hollandaise
Nothing beats the luscious texture and zesty flavour of a buttery hollandaise sauce! Spooned over poached eggs on English muffins or toast, Eggs Benedict quickly became one of the most …
Easy lamb & miso ramen bowls
It is so easy to achieve big flavour with a few Asian-inspired pantry staples. This easy recipe will have you slurp your noodles like there’s no tomorrow. Deliciously meaty with …
Almond financiers (a step-by-step guide)
A few years ago, I discovered almond financiers while shopping at Joostenberg Deli. They produce a wide range of French-inspired pastries within their bakery, also including madeleines, croissants, etc. These …
Pilchard & spinach shakshuka – breakfast of champions
Lucky Star recently launched their fourth cookbook in a series of cookbooks published by Tamsin Snyman Publishers, Seven Colours with Fish. This book captures a sense of colourful occasion without …
Mushroom, spinach & cheddar frittata with sage butter
Frittatas are so unfussy – just comfort food in a pan. They’re super easy to make and can be eaten for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. Choose a pan …
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 …
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 …
Croque madame
Still wondering what the big difference is between a croque madame and a croque monsieur? An egg. And the egg is placed on top of the croque madame – not …
Eggs benedict royale
I’m not a huge breakfast person during the week – I usually prefer some rooibos tea with home-baked rusks when I’m on the go. But give me a lazy late-morning …