Recipes

Mushroom burger with red pepper and nectarine chutney

Published on July 3, 2017

Because who doesn’t love a mushroom burger? Take it up a level by adding pickled cucumbers and your very own home-made fruity chutney.

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Beef and ale stew

Published on July 2, 2017

Could you think of anything better for a cold winter weekend? Our beef and ale stew is packed with hours worth of flavour, but comes together in just one hour, and in just one pot!

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Egg, avo and tomato rice cake stacks

Published on July 2, 2017

Are you looking for a wholesome, light brekkie? We love these rice cake stacks because you can just grab them and go, and they are also super easy to whip up at work. All you have to do is boil your eggs in advance!

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Raspberry Eton mess

Published on July 1, 2017

Legend has it that the Eton mess was ‘invented’ when a Labrador sat on a strawberry Pavlova during the annual cricket game at Eton College. True or not this treat has been a hit at the famous British school, and around the world, for nearly a century.

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Bloody Mary

Published on June 30, 2017

The classic, simple recipe that was famously enjoyed by Ernest Hemingway himself, a Bloody Mary is delicious with brunch, and equally socially acceptable. To our readers who are thinking of mixing their own spicy, boozy blend, we suggest you take Mr Hemingway’s advice: ‘If it lacks authority, add more vodka.’

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Friday braai day: Perfect spatchcock chicken

Published on June 30, 2017

I have been fortunate enough to have learned most of my cooking from South Africa’s best chefs and friends who are chefs. Being on the road for two months, braaing all over SA every day was the best adventure anyone could ever ask for, and some of our best-kept secrets were revealed. A nice and easy recipe that Bertus Basson...

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Creamy fish and pasta bake 

Published on June 29, 2017

Hello, comfort food! If you are looking for a midweek meal on a dime, look no further than our rich and creamy fish and pasta bake. It will be a hit with the kids too, and feel free to add any extra veggies you desire!

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Red peppers stuffed with ostrich mince

Published on June 28, 2017

Ostrich mince started gaining popularity as a superfood a few years ago and many people began introducing it into their diets in place of beef mince. It is incredibly lean with little of fat and you can usually find it in most local grocery stores. If it feels like a big jump for you, begin with the packs of the...

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Moroccan roast chicken

Published on June 27, 2017

The tummy warming flavours from North Africa are all you need to bring new life to a chicken dinner. Our Moroccan roast chicken is inexpensive to cook and makes for some amazing next-day leftovers.

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Apple and chickpea spinach crêpes

Published on June 26, 2017

Apples are almost always available year-round here in SA and we are obsessed with adding fruity elements to savoury dishes. Not sure what to eat for dinner tonight? Take inspiration from our creative and bountiful spinach crêpes. They look fancy, but come together in a mere 5 steps.

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