Recipes

Enjoy these Easter brunch favourites this weekend

Published on March 27, 2024

Lazy Saturdays, Sundays and long weekends are perfect for fuss-free brunches with the family. Our Editor whips together some of his favourites for you to dig into this Easter.   Mushroom, tomato and Brie baked eggs  Serves 4  A twist on the classic shakshuka breakfast. Cut the cost by swapping out Brie for Cheddar or crumbled […]

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Tasty padkos nibbles for your next road trip

Published on March 22, 2024

Planning a family road trip over the long weekend and not sure what to pack? Whether you’re the driver, passenger princess or strapped in the back, our cheap and cheerful padkos nibbles are here to keep everyone going!   Travel Nibbles – Fuel-packed snacks    Choc-coconut peanut clusters  Makes 24 Turn up the crunch by swapping […]

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Fridge desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth

Published on March 18, 2024

Take it to the fridge, because no bake means no fuss! With these thrifty desserts to celebrate the holidays, you can keep that summer feeling for longer.  Piña colada mousse  Serves 4-5  Swap out the rum for canned pineapple syrup for a booze-free version of this creamy dessert.  Ingredients 1 cup (250ml) drained crushed pineapple […]

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Make these tasty sweet treats with Selati Sugar

Published on March 15, 2024

We don’t need any excuses to enjoy a tasty sweet treat! Whether in the decadent honeycomb rocky road fudge cake or the creamy stone–fruit cheesy tartlets, use Selati Sugar and spoil your loved ones with these yummy (and easy-to-make) bakes.   Honeycomb rocky road fudge ‘cake’   Serves 12-14 This sweet slice has a ganache topping […]

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3 yummy chocolate recipes to make with your kids

Published on March 14, 2024

Turn your little ones into bakers with these yummy and easy-to-make recipes with chocolate. Chocolate cosmic cookies  Makes about  20 cookies Transform an ordinary box of cake mix into these easy-to-make cookies.   Preheat oven to 180°C and line two baking trays with baking paper. Combine 1 box (500g) chocolate cake, 1 whisked large egg and […]

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Delicious desserts perfect for Easter 

Published on March 13, 2024

Celebrate Easter with a bounty of delicious, sweet treats! These delicious desserts will be the perfect ending to your festive feast.   Chocolate-egg truffles  Makes 12 // Cooking time 55 minutes    Ingredients  ¾ cup double-thick cream 500 g dark chocolate, chopped 1 tsp vanilla essence 250 g milk chocolate, melted 1 cup desiccated coconut  Method  […]

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Five caramel desserts that will hit the right spot

Published on March 13, 2024

From eclairs to a light (and yummy) panna cotta, these delicious caramel desserts are sure to impress and leave your guests wanting more.   Sea-salt caramels Makes 20 // Cooking time 2 hours 25 min  Ingredients  2½ cups sugar 1 cup water 385 g tin condensed milk 115 g butter, cubed 1 tbsp sea-salt flakes  Method  […]

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Sea breeze spreads  

Published on March 11, 2024

Seafood shines during the Easter season, and we’re here for the soirée! Whether it’s a big braai bash or a simple family dinner, fresh fish on your coastal holiday or frozen seafood if you’re living inland, there’s a seaside feast for everyone on the menu.  Cape Malay fish curry with preserved lemon  Serves 4  This fish […]

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Celebrate Ramadan with these festive recipes

Published on March 5, 2024

Celebrate Ramadan, the holy month of fasting community and worship with these tasty and traditional Eid recipes. Yum! Sweet cheese rolls with rose petal jam  Serves 6 //  Prep time 1 hr 30 minutes // Cooking time 20 minutes   Ingredients  For the rose petal jam  3 cups edible rose petals, chopped 1¼ cup sugar  1 […]

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4 yummy milk tart twists to celebrate this traditional SA dessert 

Published on February 27, 2024

We need no excuse to dig into a traditional, creamy (and yummy) milk tart. Luckily for us, it’s National Milk Tart Day on 27 February. Get your fix with these scrumptious spins on the lip-smacking local dessert.  Lemon milk tart meringue pie with lemon curd drizzle   Serves 8 // Prep time 30 minutes + refrigeration  […]

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