Prepare to elevate your cocktail game with this vibrant and tantalizing Grenadine Tequila Sunrise. Perfect for a gathering of four, this lively concoction layers the sweet tang of grenadine with the kick of tequila, all topped off with the effervescent zest of Fanta Orange.
Read MoreExperience a classic cocktail with a sinister twist - the Bloody Mary. Combining the zesty kick of tomato cocktail with a dash of vodka, a hint of Tabasco, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce, this concoction is perfect for those craving a bold flavor profile.
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 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.
Read MoreWhite-chocolate-and-herb frozen mousse with vibrantly-coloured, edible garden flowers served with a tart, berry sorbet is creamy and fresh. Every bite releases the aromas of an herb garden after a thunderstorm. Expect an explosion of flavour!
Read MoreA homemade Dom Pedro makes a delicious dessert. To vanilla-bean ice cream add a tot or two of Kahlua and a drop of cream or milk and you have the adult equivalent of ice cream and chocolate sauce!
Read MoreWith the erratic and unpredictable climatic conditions we are currently experiencing, I always have my favourite gluhwein recipe close at hand. Remember not to boil, only simmer the wine otherwise all the alcohol will evaporate and the effect will be... let’s say disappointing.
Read MoreIndulge in a seafood delight with this flavorful Mussel Potjie Pot recipe.
Read MoreMy right-hand lady, Elaine Boshoff, while running Hartford’s kitchen, she was prepping up stock levels and doing my daily demonstration preparations for the show. Our favourite staff or home-cooked meal is our ultra-rich lasagne, an irresistible Elaine speciality.
Read MoreRich-and-creamy grilled parmesan-infused polenta; hand-picked herb stuffed baby cabbages wrapped in foil and slow-roasted.
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