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For just about two years now, I’ve been lucky enough to be part of a Book Club. Some may say it’s more of a Supper Club or even a Wine Club—but who cares? Once a month we gather, we eat, we sip wine or martinis, and yes, we talk about books. We also get into […] Read more…
I will be the first to admit that I don’t have the food waste in our home under control, but I am writing this as a reminder to myself to stay committed to cutting down on food waste. My hope this will be useful for you too. Did you know that a shocking 1.4 billion […] Read more…
The first time I saw pictures of Smørrebrød in a foreign food magazine I was smitten. What beautiful simplicity was this? Smørrebrød is the name for the Danish Open-Faced Sandwich.Traditionally, the main ingredient of Smørrebrød (pronounced “smuhr-broht”) is crisp buttered rugbrød (Danish rye bread), topped with a fatty spread like salted butter, then layered with […] Read more…
Île de Païn is a Knysna institution. Since opening in 2002, it has become one of the most beloved cafés & bakeries on the Garden Route. If you’ve ever visited, you’ll know exactly why — it’s more than just a bakery; it’s an experience. But it has not always been simple for the team at […] Read more…
Looking for a refreshing, non-alcoholic drink that’s perfect for summer or Dry January? With the temperature soaring past 30°C (over 86 Fahrenheit), this drink is my go-to for cooling down & staying hydrated at the moment. While this recipe isn’t about real caviar, the lime caviar garnish adds a unique, but if it is […] Read more…
Are you a fan of poké bowls? If not, then let me introduce you to the world of vibrant flavours & wholesome goodness of poké bowls! Poké vs Buddha vs Nourish Bowl These bowls are quite different but all have one thing in common: delivering fresh, nourishing meals while offering unique culinary perspectives. A poké […] Read more…
Few treats are as comforting & loved as banana bread. Whoever dreamed up this moist, delicious loaf was a genius. Banana bread has earned its place as a staple in kitchens worldwide & can tick the box as a breakfast delight, a lunchbox item, an afternoon snack or a dessert. During the Covid-19 Pandemic, the […] Read more…
Need a starter with a wow factor? Look no further than this little recipe. You can play around with the filling a bit by adding chopped walnuts or grated parmesan cheese to the mix. Or you can sprinkle your final dish with toasted pine nuts. Whatever you do, make these before the fig season is […] Read more…
A granita really is the ultimate summer dessert! It’s light, refreshing, and packed with seasonal fruit flavours. Think of it as a grown-up sno-cone, with a hint of lime and a splash of vodka (optional, of course!). Best of all, you don’t need any fancy equipment—just a small food procssor, a shallow dish, a fork, […] Read more…
Whipped coffee is nothing new. And neither is egg-infused coffee. Remember the viral Dalgona coffee that swept social media during the pandemic? Egg coffees are enjoyed from Sri Lanka, Norway, and Sweden. Giang, a Vietnamese barista who, in the 1940s due to a milk shortage, crafted Cà phê trứng – the creamy, frothy coffee drink […] Read more…