“I hope you enjoy my peppermint-crisp tart. I chose to share it is because it reminds me of home, it’s simple to make, and it always impresses. Perfect for balmy summer days, I serve this tart at family occasions such as Christmas, and on Friday braai nights with friends. It’s a hit every time!” - Kirsten Bowes
Read MoreI’m not sure whether it was the poached-apple puff tart or the Amurala ice cream that convinced Karen Edwards to keep coming back for tasters. At that stage my sous chef, Elaine Boshoff, and I were taking very unprofessional photographs with our very basic cameras. With her keen eye, Karen made a huge difference to our column all those years back.
Read MoreIt will take some serious chocolate-tart recipe to surpass my chocolate tart with raisins, and remember there’s no reason to change a recipe unless you can add, considerably, to the flavour. Those with high blood pressure will be pleased to know that dark chocolate as well as raisins help reduce this condition.
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