Posts in cooking
Vegetarian Lentil Bobotie Recipe

Embark on a culinary journey with our savory Lentil and Apple Bake, a hearty dish that marries earthy lentils with the sweet crunch of apples, elevated with a blend of aromatic spices

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Roasted Butternut Salad Recipe

A braai “aint” a braai without the humble butternut. Try this roasted and pan-caramelised butternut salad served with brown lentils, “shisa” red chillies, seared tender baby leeks and creamy feta cheese. It provides for an interesting combination of slightly sweet and savoury. Tantalising!

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Delli's "KFC" Fried Chicken Recipe

Nothing shouts ‘wild-night-out remedy’ like a bowl of mom’s chicken soup. It might not be the most conventional hangover food but it works. By adding a cup of noodles you will restore your body’s sodium and water levels. Chicken, and some vegetables, contain cysteine which gives the liver a much-needed pick up.

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Chilled Cucumber and Prawn Soup Recipe

Step into a realm of refreshing indulgence with our Chilled Cucumber and Prawn Soup, a culinary symphony blending buttery hints, delicate cucumber essence, and succulent prawns.

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Fresh Scones Recipe

A week in the English countryside sipping wine in the most distinguished luxury country houses is my kind of getaway. Father Time has placed a gentle hand on England’s grand old castles, ancient ruins and the many magnificent manors which stand as proudly as they did the day they were built. All are set in shrub-filled gardens surrounded by peaceful parklands dating back to as early as the 1600's.

And as I sit with a cup of tea and the creamiest of cream scones, I reflect on the fact that English food is not thought of as fondly as, let’s say, French and/or Italian cuisine. This seems crazy when you consider everything the English have brought to the table.

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Crispy Hot Pizza topped with Smoked Salmon Recipe

I hope you enjoy some of my latest ideas starting with a crispy, hot pizza topped with room-temperature smoked salmon, creamy cream cheese, freshly-picked, slightly-peppery rocket and a drizzle of lemon olive oil. A perfect light lunch option filled with exciting textures.

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Pan-seared Beef Fillet Recipe

On my last evening in Switzerland Carla Ferrari cooked rare beef fillet. Never have I enjoyed such quality meat abroad. And, the sauce with the beef is without doubt the best and easiest home-cooked accompaniment I know. Try it!

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