• You only live once, so bake the cookies, lick the bowl and indulge… Below we share 3 nifty gadgets to get you baking in no time! Chocolate melt: Melt chocolate to a smooth and silky consistency every time with the Inspire Chocolate Melting Jar from Pick ‘n Pay (R40 each) Making Waffles: You don’t need a waffle maker to have the beautiful smell of freshly baked waffles spilling out of your home in the morning. Simply pour the batter into your Lékué Silicone Waffle Making Kit and insert into your oven for 15 minutes, from Yuppiechef.com, (R395 for a set…

    It’s time for some Sandwich Salvation! These 6 delicious sandwich recipes will change the way you think about snacking. 1. Brioche with thyme-roasted peaches and vanilla mascarpone Recipes by Alida Ryder Serves: 4 Difficulty level: Easy Time: 30 minutes INGREDIENTS: Thyme-roasted peaches 4 peaches, halved and stones removed 4 sprigs fresh thyme 20ml (4 tsp) honey Vanilla Mascarpone 250g mascarpone, room temperature 15ml (1 tbsp) icing sugar 1 vanilla pod, halved lengthways and seeds removed 4 slices brioche, toasted, to serve METHOD: Preheat the oven to 180°C and line an oven tray with baking paper. Place the peaches on the…

    Know your ingredients. When creating beautiful and delicious bakes it always helps to know the little secrets and tricks of the trade when it comes to your ingredients. We’re giving you a few useful tips with regards to berries, fresh cream, honey and limes. Berries:  Select bright red and plump berries with their caps intact.  Smaller berries are usually sweeter and have more flavour. Avoid berries that are soft, mouldy and shrivelled. Wash berries in a colander, drain and dry with paper towel. It is best to store berries in the fridge on a plate lined with paper towel and…

    The true home of the Chenin Blanc grape is the Loire Valley in France and over the centuries, it has found its way to the New World where it grows exceptionally well in South Africa. First planted in the 1660’s, Chenin Blanc has enjoyed stardom in our country and in the past decade and a half is now recognised as the standout grape from our part of the world. The true joy of Chenin Blanc rests in its diversity. From table wine, to brandy base wine, to blending wine, to wines of the utmost finesse, and even to the Noble…

    This delicious homemade ricotta cheese will have you wondering why you’ve never attempted to make your own cheese before. It’s light, creamy and suitable for both savoury and…