Pure & Special (Roli Books, R472): Award-winning author of Pure & Simple, Vidhu Mittal has published another great collection of Indian vegetarian cuisine. With a focus on gourmet, rather than home-made, it elevates vegetarian fare to a whole new level with dishes like lotuspearl kebabs and sesame milk fudge temptation. Enticed? Highlight: Each recipe contains step-by-step photographs as well as tips and notes from the author.
7000 Islands (Hardie Grant, R544): This exquisite cookbook is dedicated to the cuisine of the Philippines, documenting the many international influences on its culinary heritage. Divided into sections,…
Toro Bravo (McSweeney’s, R476): This is the unique story of chef patron John Graham and the building of his great Spanish restaurant, Toro Bravo, which has garnered a cult-like fan base in Portland, US. Filled with quirky insights into the personalities behind the scenes, it offers recipes for the eclectic Spanish dishes served at Toro Bravo, as well as a great Spanish cocktail section. Highlight: Be prepared to laugh out loud… a lot!
The gorgeous and quirky granadilla is a sure-fire way to add some interesting flavours and textures to any dish. Granadilla and orange sweet potato croquettes are the perfect marriage…
French toast, the ultimate comfort food, as served by Dustin Hoffman’s character in Kramer vs Kramer (1979)
Champagne Rita Serves 2 Place 60ml (¼ cup) lime juice, 60ml (¼ cup) tequila and 60ml (¼ cup) triple sec in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well…
Marshmallow fudge topped with French meringue is sweet and decadent. French meringue is probably the most popular version of meringue; uncooked, and easy to make. On top of buttery, rich fudge this sweet treat becomes doubly delicious. Recipe by Andria Neophytou
Pecan and date nougatina with honey is a divinely decadent dessert. The sweet and creamy filling is amazing with a slight crunch of meringue. This is a unique dessert…
Yoghurt panna cotta with berry coulis, elderflower and meringue shards is a soft, sweet, beautiful dessert. Panna cotta is known for its delicious creaminess, and is amazing with a crunch of meringue. The fruity berries and refreshing elderflower are divine accompaniments. Recipe by Andria Neophytou
Hazelnut meringue stack with glazed figs is a layered triumph. Meringue has a distinctive sweetness that’s made more delicate by the earthiness of figs and hazelnuts. A lovely…