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  • This is the Camemburger

    If you’re on diet, look away now. If you’re lactose intolerant, close this tab immediately. This is not a drill. This is not pretend. This is the Camemburger.   ALRIGHT STOP, RECIPE TIME. Whatever you want to put on your burger is up to you. I did the following: Rocket, fresh tomato, caramelised and pickled […] More

  • Tsogo Sun’s Chefs share their best Easter Recipes

    Inspired by Easter and all things chocolate, four of Tsogo Sun’s Cape Town chefs share their recipes for a decadent five course chocolate brunch. The menu starts with chocolate Mayan yoghurt, cinnabun melba toast, chocolate & hazelnut crumble, and fresh raspberries, created by Executive Chef of Southern Sun Cape Sun and former chocolatier, Alfred Henry; […] More

  • Easy-Peasy-Kinda-Festive-Cupcakes with Oreo

    Let me set the scene. Oreo wanted us to create our very own festive-type holiday inspired recipe, incorporating their new brand Oreo Golden. Sounds great, hey? Yeah totally, except for a small problem…..I hate baking. I hate that there are so many rules. I hate that you can’t just add stuff and live like a […] More

  • Win: Richelieu – Café Français Recipe

    Coffee? Brandy? Count me in.  South Africa is home to the most noble spirit, fine potstill brandy. We have a long history of brandy-making (over 300 years) in this country and looking at the numerous awards our local producers have been winning, they are closing in on perfection with every new year. Neat or on the […] More

  • Orange Sponge Cake by The Saint James on Venice

    Restaurant at The Saint James on Venice The hotel’s restaurant serves a variety of delicious meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Come and try their newly developed menu, designed specifically for Saint James on Venice’s discerning clientele who appreciate healthier and fresher foods. The extensive wine list won’t disappoint and they offer the very best […] More

  • Salmon Ceviche Recipe

    Salmon Ceviche Recipe Find smoked salmon too salty? Then it’s time to try ceviche. The Spanish method of curing raw fish in citrus is easier than you’d think. You don’t even need electricity. Ceviche is a good brunch addition (try it with baked eggs!) or a dish you could enjoy as a light, summer lunch. […] More

  • Calamari Mediterranean by Marco’s Restaurant

    Marco’s Restaurant‘s inherent Italian charm, Durban style and adventurous soul combined with his Italian mother’s wonderful cooking ability, helped create Marco’s Ristornate in 1999. Having relished Mamma’s delicious authentic Italian cuisine at home, Marco saw this as the perfect opportunity to nature Italian culture by providing a platform for guests to enjoy the ceremony of […] More

  • Penne all’Amatriciana by Mamma Lucianas

    Mamma Luciana’s is large, colourful and very Italian. This trattoria has a great bar and an open kitchen with aromas sure to whet your appetite. Al fresco dining on the deck turns to long, lazy lunches and fun-filled dinners with sea-views. The menu is influenced by Mamma Luciana’s hometown of Modena in Italy and is […] More

  • Zucchini and Vanilla Soup Recipe

    Zucchini and Vanilla Soup Recipe

    Zucchini and Vanilla Soup Recipe by @TianaTweets Some like it hot… like me. Cold soup just gives me the heebie-jeebies. Gazpacho? No thank you. That said, this pretty green soup works well as both a cold starter (I’m not judging) or hot main served with a chunk of freshly-baked bread and butter. You can simply […] More

  • easy quinoa salad recipe with pine nuts and pemegranate

    Easy quinoa salad recipe with pine nuts and pomegranate

    Quinoa, pine nut and pomegranate salad by @TianaTweets Spring is coming. Can I get a hell yeah? This easy quinoa salad is the perfect accompaniment alongside a piece of fish, it’s also something delicious to feed your vegan friends. What I love most about it is how it feels in your mouth – the pop […] More

  • Butter Chicken Recipe by The Oyster Box

    Executive Chef at The Oyster Box, Kevin Joseph recently shared his recipe for the perfect Butter Chicken. which is also available daily at The Ocean Terrace. Their incredible Curry Buffet boasts delicious meat, fish and vegetarian dishes, accompanied by fresh, homemade chutney, sambals and freshly baked Naan breads, Roti and Papadums. Tandoori Chicken prepared in […] More

  • Beef Wellington Recipe

    There is nothing quite like a Beef Wellington. Nothing. Perfect, golden pastry, succulent, pink fillet and delicious, rich gravy. Beef Wellington is a gift from *insert who ever you believe in here*. I invited a gang over for dinner to make some of this amazingness for them but I was a tad nervous as I’d […] More