Ideas & inspiration
When happy accidents result in some Sweet Temptations
Sometimes it’s the happy accidents in life that are responsible for our greatest joys. An unplanned trip with friends, a spontaneous dance in the street or even an impromptu session in the kitchen. All it took was one rainy afternoon and... Continue reading
Enjoy life’s little pleasures with August’s free wallpaper
We have reached that point in the year where you find yourself closer to the joys of spring and the promise of warmth. Meals become lighter and fresher, the sun gets warmer and stays up longer and the world seems... Continue reading
Trucks of the trade: how to win at mobile wedding catering
It’s our mission here at Yuppiechef to bring people together to share good food and make a few unforgettable memories while we’re at it. Whether the gathering is around a formal table setting or sitting on the floor with a picnic... Continue reading
4 things not to do when hosting your Christmas in July party but why you should do it anyway
One of my absolute favourite things in life is learning. No matter whether you flopped the cake recipe or invited more into your life than you could handle, there is always richness in retrospection – appreciating what did and didn’t work. So... Continue reading
Easy self-saucing chocolate mud cakes in your Le Creuset mugs
It’s oozy, it’s warm, it’s decadent, and it comes together in a few minutes. If you ever have a dessert emergency, this is who to call! Self-saucing chocolate mud cakes in Le Creuset mugs (one of the reasons we love... Continue reading
How to have the best winter and why this way is such fun
The way we see it, there are two ways to tackle winter. The first way, much embraced by the masses, is to grimace out the window, wishing away the palette of grey and lashings of rain. This way also involves... Continue reading
10 things you didn’t know you could get on your Yuppiechef Registry
Good quality cookware, glassware for various occasions, classic cutlery and crockery for the table, and a few handy appliances leaves your registry selection pretty much sorted. But perhaps there is a part of you and your home calling for something a... Continue reading
Monochromatic moods for a free wallpaper for July
In the bloom of spring and summer, our senses are overwhelmed by fragrant aroma and vibrant hues. Now that we once again find ourselves in the darkest, wettest throes of winter, I notice myself discovering the textured layers in the... Continue reading
Canning and preserving for beginners
One of the things I first learnt about my husband is that he loves apricot jam. But not just any apricot jam, specifically his mother’s. You see, growing up, his mom had been the type to make homemade jams, jellies... Continue reading
How to Win Your Registry – a great reason to set up a Yuppiechef Gift Registry now
A wedding gift registry should be one of those things that you set up (hopefully with a bit of fun and excitement), then not worry about it again until after your celebration, when you can fully enjoy opening all of your... Continue reading