COOK THE COVER: Layered watermelon cake
Ah, watermelon season – our favourite! Make this delicious layered watermelon cake for a fun-in-the-sun day with all your friends and family.
Watermelon, Earl Grey and vodka cocktails
Crowd-pleaser welcome drinks coming your way! Your guests won’t be able to say ‘no’ to these unique and fresh watermelon, Earl Grey and vodka cocktails.
Watermelon and grilled halloumi skewers
Make these watermelon and grilled halloumi skewers a summertime favourite! The sweet and salty flavours from the fruit and cheese create a delicious flavour combo.
Floral watermelon ice lollies
Summer calls for fresh fruity flavours to enjoy with all of your loved ones, like these watermelon ice lollies with ginger and edible flowers.
Watermelon and tequila slushies
You can save these lovely watermelon and tequila slushies for a sunny day by the pool. Or you can do what we would do and enjoy their deliciousness no matter the weather!
Thai watermelon salad
We are making the most of this year’s fleeting summer with this breath-taking Thai watermelon salad. The stores are still full of these beauties. And the best part is you can use the rind to make our watermelon konfyt to enjoy on toast all winter long.
Watermelon konfyt
With summer drawing to a close, we got our hands on some of the last watermelons of the season (and recommend you do the same). And because we never waste here in the MK kitchen, we used the rind to make a lovely watermelon konfyt, a South African classic.
Watermelon, basil and vodka cocktail
Preparing food and drinks with fresh flowers, herbs and other botanicals is set to be a huge trend this year. We’re jumping on the band-wagon with summery vodka cocktails.
Chicken, couscous and watermelon salad
We couldn’t be happier that this wonder fruit is finally back in season. Incorporate it into your dinner by making this lovely watermelon salad. The chicken and couscous will bulk it up, helping you feel full.
Watermelon mojitos
It’s cocktail hour! And what could be more refreshing after a long day than the exquisite taste of watermelon? Not to mention this beautiful fruit is packed with vitamin C, antioxidants and water. So raise a glass to these amazing watermelon mojitos.
