Beloved TikTok home cooks Najma Abrahams (Tietie) and Azba Fanie (Nanna) have just released their highly anticipated debut cookbook, Tietie en Nanna se Huiskos. The cookbook is a celebration of the heartwarming, no-fuss Cape Malay dishes that have made them a social media sensation. From everyday family favourites like kiefaait stews and curries to festive treats such as seafood paella and Christmas pudding, the recipes capture the essence of home-cooked comfort.
Tietie and Nanna, like fennel and coriander, are a perfect pair in the kitchen. Their passion for cooking comes from their late mother, who taught them the art of preparing hearty meals. Najma, the younger of the two, has two sons— Rezah and Ubaid — with Ubaid being the mastermind behind their TikTok success, encouraging the sisters to share their cooking online. Azba, who started cooking at just 11 years old, fondly remembers making her first tomato-based dish with her mom.
In the cookbook, these two sisters bring their down-to-earth style to the page, sharing simple, flavourful recipes with a Cape Malay twist. Each dish is infused with family memories, humour, and love, just like their viral videos. Whether you’re new to their cooking or a longtime fan, Tietie en Nanna se Huiskos is a must-have for anyone who loves authentic home cooking with heart.
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