The concept was to think outside the box about chocolate. How could we incorporate chocolate into each dish without it being boring?” says chef Alfred Henry on the culinary challenge he accepted when F&HE asked him to refashion one of his favourite ingredients into a three-course chocolate brunch feast. Executive chef at Tsogo Sun’s Southern Sun Cape Sun hotel in Cape Town, Alfred (40), has spent a good part of his professional life creating delectable desserts. Ever since his natural flair for pastry was identified while he was completing a Cordon Bleu diploma at Silwood Kitchen, Alfred has worked his…
For nature lovers autumn is the last opportunity to squeeze in a quick camping trip – unless you’re one for camping in the cold. There are countless options…
The chocolate bunny is a classic, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be improved. Why not step up your Easter game and create these creamy, delicious Cinnabunnies? Recipe, styling and photograph by Katelyn Williams
Fluffy buttermilk flapjacks Serves: Makes 15 Difficulty level: Easy Time: 30 mins In a large bowl, sieve together 150g cake flour, 5ml (1 tsp) baking powder, pinch salt,…
Jessica Sepel (BHlth, Adv Dip Nutritional Medicine) is a clinical nutritionist, author and international health blogger. She is also the beloved voice behind ‘JSHealth’, advocating a balanced lifestyle through wholefoods. Her philosophy is focused around building a healthy relationship with food, placing emphasis on balance, rest and indulgence in moderation. She has become passionate about helping people overcome fad dieting and disordered eating, having gone through her own struggle with food. She has built a vibrant and loyal social media community on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube, and her blog where she updates her community with her thoughts on her own…
Print Recipe Espresso and peppermint chocolate ice cream Serves: 6 - 8 Cooking Time: 2 hrs + 6 hrs/overnight, to freeze Ingredients 250ml (1 cup) espresso, cooled 500ml (2 cups) fresh cream 250ml (1 cup) full cream milk 200g icing sugar, sifted 30ml (2 tbsp) vanilla essence pinch salt 150g Nestlé Peppermint Crisp chocolate, roughly
These crunchy, sweet and creamy apple pie à la mode ice cream sandwiches are sure to make you fall in love. Either with the sandwiches or with your dining companion. Either way, these treats guarantee that someone will have what you’re having…
This Greased Lightnin’ bacon burger will be the Danny to your Sandy. Smoky, tender, satisfying… this is the stuff of true love. Enjoy with a dreamily creamy Pink Lady…
Winemaker Rianie Strydom has a way with syrah and she demonstrates her aplomb beautifully with the collection from Haskell Vineyards. Upfront The Aeon 2012 dances with pepper and red cherries aromas, leading onto a palate that hits all the taste receptors, from savoury to sweet-and-sour, with a lengthy finish that makes it perfect for food pairing (and well, lengthy dinners!). Pair with: Tomato, mince and Parmesan baked gnocchi WIN! We’re giving away a collection of outstanding syrah from Haskell Vineyards comprised of the Hades 2014 (R320), Aeon 2012 (R320) and Pillars 2012 (R415). The total value of this giveaway is…