This great recipe is from a subscriber Down Under--thank you! They were delicious, very generous pies as befits the season. We adapted them for gluten free using necessary adjustments--they worked fabulously--superb with a glass of cool Pinot Noir. You could probably...

Nutty Banana Breakfast Waffles By Therea Ulyate Elevate your breakfast or brunch with these crispy and fluffy waffles. Top them with banana, candied pecans and creamy nut butter, then pair with a glass of chilled Leopard’s Leap Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir for a...

From a subscriber in NZ. Thank you. Three Recipes for Long, Lazy Gatherings There’s something quietly theatrical about cooking an autumnal lunch for guests. The light is softer, the air carries that first hint of woodsmoke, and the kitchen becomes a place of slow,...

These two fabulous recipes are so easy, and just the thing to wake up those sleepy tastebuds after all that indulgence. Coconut & Chilli Chicken (Serves: 4) Works equally well with skin-on bone-in thighs –just modify cooking times Ingredients 6 boneless, skinless...

  Continuing with lighter fare after all that feasting, these two Greek dishes from my many trips are perfect for satisfying that longing for something with masses of flavour without that bloated feeling. The Tzatziki I originally published in 2020 but I am sure...

After all that celebrating and plenty of food, here are two easy Capsicum recipes to take a load off the schedule. For a cool, vibrant side dish that pairs beautifully with roast chicken or grilled salmon you can’t do better than this Mediterranean Couscous Salad with...

For those celebrating Christmas under blue skies and warm breezes, the traditional roast turkey or glazed ham, accompanied by Brussels sprouts, roasted potatoes and other stodgy vegetables doesn’t always suit the season. This festive menu – suggested by some of the...

I don’t know about you, but for me – living in the Southern Hemisphere – the last thing I want to sit down to on a hot Christmas day is a heavy meal that takes hours to prepare and even longer to digest. So my take on a Christmas lunch or dinner is to make things as...

This is the best gluten free carrot cake you’ll ever make. It’s perfectly moist, soft and tender, packed with flavour, and it’s incredibly easy to make. Fresh peaches add a tangy twist. Works just as well with ordinary flour.   Gluten free peach spiced carrot...

It was Jan Kohler’s love of entertaining that set her on her current path. Trained as a graphic designer, it was those friends, who were lucky enough over the years to feast at her table, who encouraged her to put down all her favourite recipes into a book and Pink...

  Herewith two classic SA recipes--a long list of ingredients but easy as pie to assemble and enjoy-typically South African !Samp is basically dried corn kernels and boerewors is traditional SA sausage. MADIBA OXTAIL AND SAMP According to the cookbook, Ukutya...

Heritage Month is a time when South Africans come together to celebrate their roots through food, music and shared traditions. From fragrant Cape Malay curries and traditional Zulu samp and beans, to Afrikaans melktert, Indian-spiced bunny chow and classic Xhosa...

Ever since becoming gluten intolerant about three years ago, I have been looking for things from my chef that make up for the way things are. This definitely one of those, and it will adapt very well to other flours. It was delicious! Apple Cake That Melts in Your...

Even though peaches aren't in season I just HAD to have a peach dessert of some kind, so my talented chef came up with this one. He used tinned, maybe fresh would have been even better --but who can wait when one MUST have something. It was fabulous!!  ...

There are many different versions of where this dish got its name but the one I like is this--- It is named after one of the members of the Stroganov family, Russian aristocrats. According to legend, while stationed in Siberia, Pavel Stroganov's chef found the beef to...

If you are looking for a fabulous dish, easy to make, totally delicious, slightly tangy, definitely different, this one ticks all the boxes. Just have a look at the notes at the end for a tip or two. It couldn't have been simpler. The whole idea is that the fish...

You are going to love this easy, quick, totally delicious take on pasta at its best. We went gluten free but do as suits you. Do try and get fresh tuna which makes a big difference but otherwise go for tinned and use your experience and tailor the recipe. Obviously...

  Pear & Chocolate Gluten free cake with Meringue cloud and Pomegranate pearls This gluten free chocolate cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or just for the love of chocolate. It's moist, fluffy with the perfect crumb, and I promise no-one will have...

During Easter, the tradition in the Cape is to make and enjoy curried or pickled fish. The combination of spices gives the fish its characteristic yellow colour and the curry a beautiful flavour. Serve with seasonal Hot Cross Buns and a glass of unwooded 2019...

In today’s digital age, where recipes are just a click away on websites, apps and social media platforms, the question arises: Are cookbooks still relevant? Just ask Jamie Oliver.   While it may seem that the convenience of online resources could make physical...