“I chose this recipe because some of my best memories growing up are of my mom and me baking chocolate cakes for birthdays, special occasions, and Saturday afternoon teas. Growing up, I loved baking with my mom, who is my best friend and role model. She’s part of the reason I knew that this is what I wanted to do professionally, and why I’m so hungry (no pun intended!) to begin this journey!” - Holly King
Read More“When I was four years old, my mom entered for us to appear on a cooking show called ‘Take a Biscuit’. However, we never expected to actually be invited to a follow-up interview, so when we were asked to be part of the show, we were utterly shocked but also extremely excited to be on television. We ended up appearing on the show with Liz Meiring and this Ham and Mushroom Quiche was one of the dishes that we made, but I did make a couple changes to the recipe to make the dish my own.” - Bianca Hillermann
Read More“Bread of any sort is my weakness so a Sapore ciabatta always hits the spot for me and this recipe is definitely a home run.” - Jackie Cameron
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Read MoreThe One, Two, Three Biscuit ensures instant treats because left-over dough can be frozen. The basic requirements are one part sugar, two parts butter and three parts flour. Flavours can be added.
Read MoreHomemade Crepes with Homemade Muesli, Fresh Fruit and exciting extras
Read MoreI can't help reflecting on Mugg & Bean's super-sized muffins. A large berry-and-white-chocolate muffin is the perfect example. The muffin's outer, almost gooey, crispness contrasts so well with the light, inner texture. It's a tea-time taste sensation. Another option is an oversized chocolate-chip-and-lavender biscuit or cookie. A favourite of mine!
Read MoreThe South African food and wine events tested our skills to the limit because produce, equipment and kitchen space were extremely limited. It's amazing what a chef can pull out of the hat when needs be. Our traditional samp and beans, pap 'n vleis, Bobotie and Durban bunny chow featured on the menu we had created. They went down well, and we were proudly South African.
Read MoreMy grandmother’s shortbread recipe adds a fun-filled dimension to the menu. Top this with prune compote, creamy gorgonzola, a drizzle of honey and a large, juicy, black, mission fig.
Read MoreTiramisu (Italian dessert made with sponge biscuits soaked in coffee and liquor, and topped with mascarpone or a soft cheese, and garnished with grated chocolate) cups are always a hit for their sweet and savoury combinations. They can be pulled out of the fridge at the last minute and win the day as a perfect “pick me up” - living up to the translation of the name.
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