If you’re prone to hosting dinner parties like I am, then you’re probably on the look out for foolproof sides to try. Here’s a way to dress up the humble carrot with some deliciously crunchy toppings and wow your guests... Continue reading
Whether you’re carving up a roast or serving meat fresh off the braai, this dish is the perfect accompaniment. Fresh and full of flavour, you won’t be able to say no to this one. Ingredients: Serves: 4–6 For the salsa... Continue reading
Mushrooms are a wonderful, perhaps slightly undervalued ingredient. The truth is they’re a great cooking companion naturally high in the pleasing savoury ‘umami’ flavour. If you’ve yet to fall in favour of the wonder of mushrooms try your hand at... Continue reading
Being Greek, there are three things you’re guaranteed to find in my house at any given time. Enough olive oil to fill up a bathtub, a bowl stacked with succulent lemons and of course, the biggest block of halloumi cheese... Continue reading
No one does antipasti quite like the Italians. With the number of meats, cheeses and other nibbles traditionally served to kick off meal time, it’s a wonder that anyone makes it to mains. The reason I love antipasti is this:... Continue reading
If you’re anything like me, then a cup of tea or coffee isn’t complete without some form of crunchy companion on the side. Marie Biscuits? Ginger Snaps? You name it, I’ll dunk it! Just like the Cookie Monster, no biscuit... Continue reading
Onion rings are that one side dish that have the ability to make pupils dilate with excitement. Crispy, deep fried batter will do that for you. So, as the holy grail of side dishes, we thought we’d add them to the... Continue reading
Looking for some inspiration on what to bant about tonight? In case you’re having difficulty locating some more wonderfully creative cauliflower, which thanks to the banting trend has become about as elusive as leftover lasagna, we gave the classic potato rösti... Continue reading
If you’re one of those folks who is always striking up a conversation in the office about what to make for supper, we can spare you the trouble this time. This crispy fish is so quick and delicious that with a handful... Continue reading
Busy lifestyle and no time on your side? Enter the often-preached-about but too-seldom-practiced breakfast smoothie. Most days getting up is already quite a task – combine it with packing lunches, feeding pets and children, and we’re lucky if we manage to chomp... Continue reading
