Beef & mushroom pie
I was thrilled when my client agreed to do a beef and mushroom pie for a recent recipe development project. I’ve wanted to make a classic recipe for a while. Winter is on its way, so all the comfort...
View ArticlePork carnitas tacos
This is a recipe for succulent slow-braised pork carnitas that is a delicious filling for tacos or quesadillas. The dish is essentially the Mexican equivalent of pulled pork and is my new favourite...
View ArticleMothers Day brunch recipe ideas
It’s Mothers Day on Sunday so I thought I’d put together a few recipe and menu ideas for a brunch. I love the idea of a brunch because it kills two birds with one stone and gets the whole affair over a...
View ArticlePanzanella salad with white anchovies, fennel & capers
This Panzanella salad with white anchovies, fennel & capers is my new obsession. My friend and well known Cape Town foodie Fiamma Swainston made it at my house recently, and I knew I had to share...
View ArticleSlow-braised beef brisket ragu with pappardelle
Beef brisket slowly braises in a rich tomato-based sauce until meltingly tender and falling apart. Tossed through pappardelle this is a classic and delicious pasta dish where time is a key ingredient....
View ArticleEasy duck pancakes with plum sauce
I’ve been wanting to develop an easy duck pancakes recipe for the longest time. It’s one of my all-time favourite things to order in good Chinese restaurants. Cooking duck, in general, can be daunting...
View ArticleStanding rib roast (prime rib on the bone)
Roasting your rib eye on the bone ensures the maximum amount of favour penetrates the meat. It also makes a majestic and dramatic cut to serve. Cooking this low and slow in a cooler oven ensures that...
View ArticleRoasted sweet potato with parsley & walnut pesto
This roasted sweet potato with parsley & walnut pesto dish is the first recipe I’m making out of Melissa Delport’s new cookbook Heal. I adore roasted sweet potato wedges and love how they are...
View ArticleMy best winter comfort recipes
Winter has settled into Cape Town and all I want is to eat are these comforting recipes. After a disastrous year, we could all do with a little more of it anyway. PIE COMFORT Beef & mushroom pie If...
View ArticleSaagwala (chicken and spinach curry)
This Saagwala is a super delicious and mild North Indian chicken and spinach curry that requires a bit of effort but is well worth it. The chicken is marinated overnight and then roasted in the oven to...
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