Inspired by Laborie Rosé’s captivating character, Chef Mynhardt proceeded to develop a recipe to match. “I created an Asian smoked salmon and wasabi panna cotta with a pistachio crust and fresh green asparagus to match the Rosé’s fresh and invigorating flavours. The salmon-pink hues in the dish also play beautifully with the pretty pink colour of the wine, creating a sensory feast that is truly invigorating.” Serves: 6 – 8 Prep time: 25 min Set time: 3 hours or overnight INGREDIENTS: 4 gelatine leaves 250 ml of thick cream Handful of chopped coriander and basil leaves 250 ml crème fraîche…
Bouillabaisse has its origins in the French city of Marseille and is a traditional Provençal fish stew. INGREDIENTS 2 garlic cloves 1 litre fish stock 1 tin chopped…
Not your typical pavlova, this loaf-shaped dessert will be the talking point of your next get-together. INGREDIENTS 8 egg whites 2½ cups caster sugar 1 pinch cream of tartar 1 tsp. vanilla essence ½ tsp. cornflour ⅓ cup freeze dried strawberries, crushed To assemble 150 grams white chocolate, melted ½ cup whipped cream ⅓ cup fresh strawberries, halved 1 Tbsp. freeze dried strawberries PREHEAT oven to 150°C. Line a loaf tin with baking paper making sure it extends at least 3 cm over the sides. BEAT egg whites on high speed until foamy. While the beater is running, add the…
Melissa Delport’s mushroom and pearl barley salad Fennel is a prime example of how food can heal. Fennel tea can support digestion, and cooking with it can ease…
Win a fully inclusive two-night stay for six people at Ulubisi House in Gondwana Game Reserve, with a personal chef, valued at R109 080! The award-winning Gondwana Game Reserve provides a one-of-a-kind Cape safari only four hours from Cape Town. The 11 000 ha private game reserve offers a luxurious, malaria-free, Big Five wilderness experience in an awe-inspiring landscape. Hidden deep inside the reserve and surrounded by grasslands teeming with game, is the luxuriously spacious, stylishly African, private villa called Ulubisi House. The three luxurious guest suites sleep six adults and all have endless mountain views, while the private chef, butler and veld guide make…
Sit back and tantalise your taste buds as you enjoy some of Durbanville Hills cellar’s finest wines with friends and family. Four lucky readers could each win a Durbanville Hills hamper…
Make fresh produce the star of your dish! Try this yummy risotto-stuffed peppers as a lunch meal or a side. INGREDIENTS 40 grams butter 1 onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped ¼ tsp. ground turmeric 1½ cups arborio rice 3 cups vegetable stock 1 cup water 1 cup finely grated Parmesan 150 grams baby marrow, grated 60 grams baby spinach leaves ½ cup chopped basil 3 red peppers 3 yellow peppers 1 Tbsp. olive oil ½ cup water METHOD PREHEAT oven to 180°C. HEAT butter in a pan over medium-low heat. Add onion and cook for 10 minutes…
Your favourite illy coffee blends are now available on supermarket shelves as branded aluminium capsules. Compatible with Nespresso capsule machines, coffee lovers will now be able to enjoy…
Lazy afternoons were made for massive stacks of moreish waffles! But we’re upping our game an extra notch this time with the ultimate fudgy mashup. This recipe combines all things rich and indulgent and soon it will be your go-to treat whenever the sweet bug bites! INGREDIENTS Salted burnt honey buttercream 2 cups icing sugar, sifted ½ cup cocoa powder, sifted ½ cup milk ¼ cup honey 2 tsp. sea salt ½ cup butter 180 grams dark chocolate, melted Waffles 2 cups flour 1 cup cocoa powder 1 tsp. baking powder 2 tsp. bicarbonate of soda ½ tsp. salt ⅓…
Traditionally made with a hearty red wine heated and spiced, glühwein (or mulled wine) is popular in the chilly northern climes of Europe. But, that’s not to say…