It’s no coincidence that the beautiful dessert in the three-course lunch prepared by Silwood School of Cookery students was inspired by the Noma cookbook. Noma is the Copenhagen restaurant that has been No 1 on San Pellegrino’s The World’s Best 50 Restaurants list for three years running, and it’s where a Silwood graduate starts working this year. “Noma’s food is an inspiration to all of us at Silwood,” says the school’s vice-principal Carianne Wilson. “It was a wonderful challenge for us to reinterpret Chef Rene Redzepi’s Symphony of Flowers.” When Silwood’s version of the intricately plated dessert won Showcook’s annual…
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Walnut flatbreads with figs, Parma ham and rocket are light but full of flavour. The nuttiness is divine with earthy, sweet figs, and the Parma ham and rocket add a delicious salty kick. Perfect for lunch or brunch.
Honey and thyme caramelised figs are a wonderful fruity pudding. Figs have a natural softness that’s divine when coated in a layer of hard sugar. Thyme adds a…
A winter-warmer salad that will leave a smile on everyone’s face – warm white bean, chilli and mozzarella salad.
Adding one of these aubergine and cheesy filo stacks alongside a meaty main will keep family and friends very happy.
Mini fresh fruit tartlets are fresh, fruity, bite-sized delights. We’ve cut the work in half by using pre-made pastry shells, which makes these lovely tartlets absolutely effortless. Elegant, delicious, and light.
Fantasy of flowers with pistachio and olive oil cake is absolutely dreamy. Sure, it takes some effort, but this is a true labour of love. Think of all…
Lemon pound cake is sweet, light and lovely. Known for its thickness but delicate flavours, this cake has remained a classic for centuries. Complement the zesty lemon with a cup of tea.
Roly-poly pudding is a tried and tested favourite. Not to be confused with its jammy British cousin, this roly-poly pudding is proudly South African. The dough is deliciously…