Dominique Brown is F&HE’s features writer. She’s the resident Durbanite who constantly craves sunshine and wine. An avid cook and consumer of food, she’s dabbled in urban veggie-growing and chicken-rearing. If you meet her she will probably try to feed you. Last week I was graciously hosted by the Banditos team at Taste-buds Cooking School in Johannesburg as we indulged in their ‘Banditos Grande Fiesta’. Using their extensive range of Mexican products, they have created a range of fun and easy recipes to give Mexican meals a new twist. I needed to be rolled out after being plied with course…
Not strictly a tequila sunrise, but close enough. Although oranges are a winter fruit, we couldn’t resist making a tequila-based summer drink, and we all adore the tang…
Koula, 94.7 presenter and F&HE blogger, is loving all things food-related in her travels through Turkey, Greece, Italy and Israel… Monday 27 August Spent the morning at the Rumi museum in Konya, learning about Sufis. Then off to Psidian Antiochi, where the apostle Paul spent a few years working as a tent maker, as well as ministering to people. The remnants of the old town, including the theatre and church, were fascinating to see. After that, we hit the road again – en route to another UNESCO World Heritage Site in the form of Pamukkale (the cotton castle). We’ll explore…
Koula, 94.7 presenter and F&HE blogger, is loving all things food-related in her travels through Turkey, Greece, Italy and Israel… Sunday 26 August Well today might just have…
Koula, 94.7 presenter and F&HE blogger, is loving all things food-related in her travels through Turkey, Greece, Italy and Israel… Friday 24 August Must admit I’m starting to feel a little delirious with all these 6am starts, making myself presentable for filming, leaving hotels at 7 or 8, then shooting all day and arriving at a new hotel late that night. Luckily all I’ve managed to lose so far is a phone charger and that was easily remedied! Visited Antioch’s mosaic museum today, then a quick stop at Ferah Kunefe, famous for its sweet snack, kunefe. It’s a mild cheese,…
Koula, 94.7 presenter and F&HE blogger, is loving all things food-related in her travels through Turkey, Greece, Italy and Israel… Thursday 23 August This has been one of…
By Rosanne BuchananI’ve always been a fan of Mount Grace, even in the quirky country hotel days – it’s a little oasis right on Jozi’s doorstep. And then a few years ago it changed ownership and gone was the shabby chic country inn decor and in came the modern prints and somewhat garish hot pink and turquoise (at that stage) soft furnishings. It was a bit of a shock but now it has all settled into itself and I guess nothing can negate the charm of the setting. Aside from the whole hotel revamp which cost a bomb and looks…
Print Recipe No rubbin’ and no rollin’ scones Serves: 12 Cooking Time: 30 mins Ingredients 280g (2 cups) self-raising flour, sifted a pinch of salt 60ml (¼ cup) oil 1 large egg 190ml (¾ cup) milk + extra for brushing GRANADILLA CURD 6 granadillas, pulp and juice 200g (1 cup) sugar juice and zest of 1
Dominique Brown is F&HE’s features writer. She’s the resident Durbanite who constantly craves sunshine and wine. An avid cook and consumer of food, she’s dabbled in urban veggie-growing…
(Bookstorm and Pan Macmillan, R250)“You need to be able to make the perfect braai, without fuss or fanfare. It’s just one of those things that separate the men from the boys,” says Jan Braai, otherwise known as Jan Scannell. Born in Stellenbosch, this chargrilling guru had at least one braai a week when he was growing up and, after a career in finance, decided that making a living from braaiing was a far more savoury pursuit. Now, with the release of Fireworks, Jan Braai has left no room for real men to make excuses when it comes to mastering…
September is the month for sowing tomatoes – growing your own opens up a new world of flavour and varietyBy ALICE SPENSER-HIGGS For the serious cook or tomato…