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Sep 30, 20241 min read
Sour Fig Preserve
Sour Fig Preserve (suurvykonfyt) pairs perfectly with cheese, harmonizing sweet and tart flavours with the savoury creaminess of the cheese
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Sep 23, 20241 min read
Zerina’s Apricot Chutney
It might not be Mrs. Balls chutney, but Zerina’s Apricot Chutney recipe certainly echoes back to this favourite South African condiment.
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Sep 23, 20241 min read
Makataan (AKA Pie Melon)
Making Makataan (AKA Tsama or Pie Melon) is a labour of love. And you can certainly taste the love in every sweet bite of this konfyt.
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Sep 9, 20241 min read
Mint & Dhanya Chutney
Mind & Dhanya Chutney is a delicious condiment that adds a burst of flavour to food.
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Sep 9, 20241 min read
Aunty Jessie’s Pineapple & Dhanya Sambal
This recipe for Aunty Jessie’s Pineapple & Dhanya Sambal goes deliciously well with chicken akhni and breyani.
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Jul 22, 20241 min read
Naartjie Pudding Sauce
This Naartjie Pudding Sauce is just what you need to use up the season's naartjies. It goes delicious with an old-fashioned buttermilk puddi
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Jul 1, 20242 min read
What To Substitute For Missing Ingredients
Cookbook author Chantal Lascaris shares her secrets on quick-fix substitute ingredients.
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Jul 1, 20241 min read
Peanut Chutney
Vinette Ebrahim shares her recipe for peanut chutney just like her mom used to make, albeit much faster now that she does not have to grind
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Jul 1, 20242 min read
Blosende Oondgestoofde Kwepers, Die Lui Manier
As jy ’n sak vol kwepers kry probeer gerus een van die twee resep: Blosende Oondgestoofde Kwepers, Die Lui Manier of Gebakte Kweper Vir Inlê
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Apr 22, 20241 min read
Soet, Pienk Ingelegde (Gepiekelde) Radyse
Heerlike en maklike tuisgemaakte ingelege radyse: perfek vir slaaie, toebroodjies en charcuterieborde!
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Apr 15, 20241 min read
Nectarine Jam with a Hint of Ginger
This easy to make jam offers a burst of summer flavour to brighten the long winter months. It’s an elegant topping for high-tea scones but
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Apr 8, 20241 min read
Peach Atchar
Stock up and make some preserves for for the coming winter. This peach atchar will be a pantry essential once you’ve tasted it.
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Mar 25, 20241 min read
Spicy Plum Marinade
Plum season is almost at an end in South Africa. Preserve the taste of summer’s bounty by making this delicious spicy plum marinade. With pe
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Mar 4, 20241 min read
Marinated Leeks And Green Beans In A French Vinaigrette
Instead of going for your regular side dish of green beans, try this version instead. The Marinated Leeks and Green Beans in a French Vinaig
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Feb 12, 20241 min read
Make Your Own Chimichurri Sauce
This versatile sauce can be used as an ingredient in cooking and as a table condiment for grilled meat, or even vegetarian dishes. Chimichur
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Jan 22, 20241 min read
Preserved Lemons: The Secret Ingredient to Elevate Your Dishes
Preserved lemons make a flavourful addition to your kitchen arsenal and they are so easy to make.
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Jan 15, 20241 min read
Broadbean & Zucchini Dip
With the indulgence during the the festive season behind us, try this healthy dip to spread over wholewheat toast or crackers.
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Dec 11, 20232 min read
Potato Crisps With Avocado Dip & Asparagus
This delicious potato crisp with avocado dip and asparagus is the perfect party snack when entertaining guests this summer.
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Nov 27, 20232 min read
Lebanese Flatbread (Khubz Arabi), Foul Mudammas (Egyptian Fava Bean), Hummus & Smokey Aubergine Dip
Prepare a delicious vegan feast with Middle Eastern flavours for your next picnic.
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Nov 13, 20231 min read
Mosterdsous Vir Aartappelslaai
As jy lus is vir ’n ander tipe aartappelslaai, probeer hierdie mosterdsous in plaas van jou gewone mayonnaise-sous.
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