A while ago I spotted the My Kitchen magazine in Pick n Pay & the cover literally shouted my name! There it was: the most unreal cake I’ve ever seen. So, I messaged my friend Karie who was instantly keen to tackle this project. Karie is the ultimate baking partner & we were so chuffed with […] Read more…
Mexican Style Pulled Pork & Cabbage Salad
When I came up with this pulled pork recipe, I was surprised how delicious & moreish it is. Even those who are not huge pork fans came back for seconds! And it is the perfectly paired with my old friend, Jamie Oliver’s Mexican Street Salad. I would say that you can have these two dishes […] Read more…
It’s Time To Slide Into The Weekend At Hudsons The Burger Joint
I am yet to meet a person who does not like a hamburger. They are oh so yummy & can be customised to every taste & diet. Even if you’re banting, or are a vegetarian, burgers are still the best. And if you have ever been to Hudsons The Burger Joint then you will know that […] Read more…
How To Stop Worrying About How You Look When Eating Ribs
I’ve told you before how much I love my meat & the thought of going out for a good piece of steak makes me super happy. So when we had a quick date night at Turn ‘n Tender in Parktown North recently, I was thrilled. Thrilled to get out of the house, thrilled to have […] Read more…
5 Food Trends That Will Be Everywhere in 2018
As I was reading up on & researching the food trends for this year, I wasn’t exactly shocked that the world is going back to basics. Healthy, natural, seasonal food. Something that can actually be controlled & helps simplify life. The last few years have seen food trends like cronuts, Unicorn food, cruffins (muffin made of croissant […] Read more…
Internet Inspo #33 – Festive Season, Entertainment Tips & Tricks
Hey there. As you are reading this, you are probably on holiday, preparing to go or at least dreaming of special times at home & Christmas in just a few days. This is also my last edition of Internet Inspo for 2017, so I’ve lined up some links that will help you survive & thrive […] Read more…
Do you consider yourself a foodie?
I recently met a lovely women’s magazine food editor at a function. The conversation started with the usual chit-chat: introducing ourselves, talking about what we do etc. I mentioned that I am a super keen cook. She replied promptly: “Thank goodness that you don’t call yourself a chef – these days every second person considers […] Read more…
Gin & Tonic Ice Lollies
On a super hot summers day, I love to have fruit ice lollies in the freezer for Oliver. We enjoy making these together by freezing half water half juice in a lolly mold. They are such a treat on a scorching day & yet they are still healthy. So that means the kiddie ice lolly box is […] Read more…
Four Ingredient Strawberry & Balsamic Ice Cream
Last year around this time, I was really eager to start making my own ice creams. By November I just couldn’t handle all the gorgeous ice creams that I was seeing online, so I just had to get an ice cream maker of my own. I usually consider the purchase of any (small or large) […] Read more…
How To Make The Best Cake Pops
Every couple of years, the foodie world is taken by storm by some craze or another. It has been cupcakes, then macaroons & even cronuts. Cake Pops also had a moment & rightfully so because these yummy little surprises are delicious with a capital D. I am secretly hoping that it will become a thing […] Read more…