If you’re visiting Joburg, or just looking for a new lunch spot among the array of Rosebank restaurants, look no further than Clico Boutique hotel in Rosebank! As a foodie who has trawled across the city for the perfect quiet spot to grab a good bottle of wine and eat phenomenal food, you might imagine my excitement when I discovered my new favorite lunchtime affair at one of the top Rosebank restaurants, with live jazz to complement! Nestled in the heart of Rosebank’s leafy suburbs, Clico is a small and intimate boutique hotel and restaurant boasting an incredible wine list…
Prawn, avocado & asparagus salad It’s fresh, it’s easy and so delicious. Try this Prawn, avocado & asparagus salad. PREP TIME 10 minutes | COOK TIME 25 minutes…
South Africa’s summer season is in full swing. And for many, these warmer months usher in lazy days by the pool or trips to the beach to take full advantage of sand, surf, and sunshine. This, of course, comes with its fair share of much-needed indulgence in tasty cuisine and drinks that capture the frivolity of the holiday mood. For the Tourism Authority of Thailand, nothing captures the summer spirit better than enjoying a taste of the tropics, whether that’s from the shores of The Land of Smiles or from the comfort of your own home. Now is the perfect…
Rainbow burrito bowl A perfect summer vegetarian lunch! PREP TIME 20 minutes | COOK TIME 30 minutes | SERVES 4 | VEGETARIAN INGREDIENTS 175 g sweet mini…
Baked camembert & vincotto figs with walnut crackers A decadent addition to your Christmas table! PREP TIME 20 minutes | COOK TIME 20 minutes (+ standing) | SERVES 8-10 | VEGETARIAN INGREDIENTS 450 g brie or camembert WALNUT CRACKERS 250 g packet fresh store bought bread dough 1 tbsp olive oil 55 g coarsely chopped walnuts Sea salt flakes, to sprinkle VINCOTTO FIGS 150 g dried figs, trimmed ⅓ cup verjuice ¼ cup vincotto METHOD PREHEAT the oven to 240°C. Walnut crackers PLACE two large oven trays in the oven to preheat. DIVIDE dough in half. Roll out…
Little banana coconut cakes Your new favourite dessert! PREP TIME 20 minutes | COOK TIME 20 minutes | MAKES 24 INGREDIENTS 4 egg whites 60 g butter,…
Braaied lamb with tamarind and turmeric tomatoes Tender lamb leg with a side of fried tomatoes. PREP TIME 20 minutes | COOK TIME 45 minutes | SERVES 6 INGREDIENTS 1.5 kg boned and butterflied leg of lamb, trimmed of excess fat 2 tbsp olive oil freekeh and rocket leaves, to serve Tamarind and turmeric tomatoes ¼ cup vegetable oil 2 tsp mustard seeds 2 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp chilli flakes 2 garlic cloves, sliced ⅓ cup fresh curry leaves, plus extra 2 tsp turmeric 500 g small ripe roma tomatoes, halved 500 g baby truss tomatoes 2…
On a lazy Sunday afternoon I found myself at Jordan Restaurant with some family friends. Little did I know that it would be an experience worth writing about.…
Baked ricotta tarts Delicate Baked ricotta tarts. Even consider making your own homemade ricotta, it’s so worth it! PREP TIME 1 hour 10 minutes | COOK TIME 35 minutes | Makes 18 INGREDIENTS PASTRY 55 g blanched whole almonds, roasted ¼ cup sesame seeds, roasted 1 ¼ cups (185 g) plain flour 125 g chilled butter, coarsely chopped ¼ cup caster sugar 1 egg yolk 1 tsp vanilla essence 1 tbsp chilled water RICOTTA FILLING 1 ¼ cups ricotta ¼ cup caster sugar 1 tbsp finely grated orange zest 1 egg 1 egg yolk TO SERVE ½ cup…
Braaied chermoula chicken with pea puree Keen for a unique tasting experience this Boxing Day? Try this chermoula chicken with pea puree, perfect for the braai. PREP TIME…