INSTANT POT DURBAN CHICKEN CURRY This Recipe Serves 4-6 Durban chicken curry isn’t just a meal – it’s a ritual. From the moment the spices hit the pot, you know something special is on the way. This Instant Pot version keeps all that familiar flavour and fire, but brings it together quicker, without losing…
STEAMED BREAD (UJEQE) INSTANT RICE COOKER This Recipe Makes 1 Loaf Steamed Bread (uJeqe) in the Instant Rice Cooker Soft, fluffy steamed bread, also known as ujeqe, is a beloved staple that pairs beautifully with rich stews and curries. Light yet satisfying, it is known for its delicate texture and simple preparation. Traditionally, ujeqe…
CHICKEN TIKKA SUBS This Recipe Makes 6 Subs Chicken Tikka Subs (Under 30 Minutes) If you’re craving something bold, saucy, cheesy and unmistakably South African, these Chicken Tikka Subs are exactly it. Think juicy, spice-marinated chicken tossed in tikka sauce, finished with that signature smoky dhungar flavour, then loaded into soft rolls and baked…
STRAWBERRY ROSE MILK This Recipe Makes 1 Litre (Serves 4-5) If you’re looking for a drink that’s refreshing, creamy, and bursting with flavour, this Strawberry Rose Milk is exactly what you need. Inspired by the colourful drinks often enjoyed during Ramadan, this beautiful pink beverage combines sweet rose syrup, juicy strawberries, soft sago pearls,…
NO-BAKE BANANA PUDDING This Recipe Serves ± 6-8 No-Bake Banana Pudding: The Perfect Festive Dessert for Christmas When the festive season rolls around, desserts should be delicious, comforting, and let’s be honest, easy to make. That’s where no-bake banana pudding steals the spotlight. Creamy, sweet, and layered with nostalgic flavors, this classic dessert is…
MINI SAUSAGE ROLLS This Recipe Makes ±40 Bite Sized Sausage Rolls Mini Sausage Rolls – The Perfect Bite-Sized Snack for Every Occasion There’s something undeniably comforting about a warm, flaky sausage roll. They’re nostalgic, they’re satisfying, and they’re the kind of snack that disappears from the platter long before the party even begins. Today, I’m…
STEAK AND KIDNEY PIES This Recipe Makes 8 Medium Sized Pies Steak and Kidney Pies with a South African Twist: A Stout-infused Upgrade to the Classic Garage Pie There’s something magical about a warm, savory pie, especially a Steak and Kidney Pie. The kind that brings to mind the comforting smells of a bustling…
FRENCH ONION SOUP This Recipe Serves 2-3 Classic French Onion Soup: A Cozy Bowl of Comfort There’s nothing quite like a steaming bowl of French Onion Soup to warm your soul. With its deeply caramelized onions, rich broth, and golden, cheesy toast on top, this iconic French dish is pure comfort food in a…
MUM’S VANILLA TEA CAKE This Recipe Makes 16 Small Squares A Slice of Home: Mum’s Classic Vanilla Tea Cake There are some recipes that don’t just feed your body—they nourish your soul. For me, that recipe is Mum’s Vanilla Tea Cake. Simple, comforting, and filled with love, it was the cake that greeted…
CHICKEN PERI PERI PIES This Recipe Makes 12 Medium Sized Pies Spicy Comfort: Chicken Peri Peri Pies That Pack a Punch Move over plain chicken pies — there’s a bold new twist on the block, and it’s bursting with flavor. Chicken Peri Peri Pies combine the fiery zest of African-Portuguese Peri Peri sauce with…