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Apr 18
1 min

Prawns on the Braai

We needed a getaway for a weekend and found an amazing house on a river in the Magaliesberg. Of course for us a getaway means getting to...

Mar 28
1 min

Potato Salad

People all over the world have been putting meat on fire and enjoying it together for centuries; it just so happens that South Africans...

Mar 11
2 min

Zucchini Fritters & Yogurt Dip

Do I love leftovers? Yes I do! I always think zucchini is a great vegetable to buy but then I never use it. Then with zucchini that were...

Mar 2
1 min

Mango Salsa

When I first read about a mango salsa I found it odd to add fruit to salsa but I have never been glad to be so wrong. The sweetness of...

Feb 28
1 min

Butternut Salad & Blue Cheese Dressing

After a weekend of big family meals a simple and light midweek salad is always a good reprieve. It can be paired with a simply cooked...

Feb 26
3 min

Whole wheat(ish) Sourdough

I am not going to lie sourdough terrified me. You must first have a starter and it takes hours to make and it can still flop, but if you...

Feb 16
2 min

Patatas Bravas

Ridiculously crispy potatoes, spicy tomato sauce and bright garlicky aioli, what's not to love? The first time we had this wonderful...

Feb 12
1 min

Blue Cheese Dip

Blue Cheese is a very divisive ingredient; there are those that absolutely love the funky deliciousness it brings and there are those...

Feb 10
2 min

Mezze Sides

A mezze platter is a fun and interactive way to serve a lunch or dinner party. Its also fantastic as the small dishes and sharing style...

Jan 16
1 min

Silky Smooth Mash Potatoes

I'm pretty certain that my mash potatoes are one of the major reasons that Ash fell in love with me. She's always been amazed at how...

Jan 13
1 min

Brocolli & Green Bean Salad

Super, quick and easy side salad that will make sure you fulfilled your daily vegetable quota. Blanching the greens keeps them vibrantly...

Dec 14, 2020
1 min

Homemade Crackers

I stumbled upon this recipe, when Phil decided to make his famous artichoke dip but forgot to buy crackers, so we had to make a plan....

Dec 14, 2020
1 min

Artichoke Dip

This dip is actually the creation of Robin Petersen but since tasting it we've probably made it more than 15 times. Every time it...

Dec 1, 2020
1 min

Rotis

Rotis are an essential accompaniment to any great curry but can also be eaten with some jam or honey with tea. They're a great weapon in...

Nov 24, 2020
1 min

Cauliflower, Pomegranate & Pistachio Salad

I discovered this salad 2 Christmases ago when I was looking for brignt and crunchy salad to pair with my mother's famous lamb. So when...

Nov 21, 2020
1 min

Easy Eggs Benedict

Eggs Benedict are a restaurant staple for a reason. Almost no one can resist a soft poached egg on top of protein with the delicious...

Nov 15, 2020
1 min

Peanut Butter Sauce

Peanut butter has always been one of Phil's favourite spreads since before he even knew how to fry an egg. He's played with its flavours...

Nov 15, 2020
1 min

Kohlrabi Fritters

We started experimenting with kohlrabi recently and have been pleasantly surprised by the versatility of this alien looking vegetable. It...

Nov 15, 2020
2 min

Lollipop Chicken & Sides

Masterchef Australia is a religion in our home and for this dinner we were inspired by the winner of Masterchef Australia 2011 Adam Liaw....

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