NON-STICK FINISHES • Clean non-stick pans with a cloth in hot soapy water, rinse and dry well. • Never use metal utensils as they will scratch the non-stick finish and expose the metal underneath. • Using steel wool or Goldilocks to clean non-stick pots and pans will damage the non-stick coating. COPPER POTS AND PANS • Copper pots are excellent conductors of heat, but unfortunately a poisonous layer of green verdigris can form when food, liquids and air are combined. This is the reason why copper pots should be lined before using them for cooking. Most modern copper pots already…
Sustainable fishing has become something of a buzz word within foodie circles, and one man who is leading the way with his approach and ideas is hot London…
This peppered roast beef with beetroot granita pairs well the sweet spicy fruit of a shiraz such as Zandvliet Kalkveld Shiraz or Graham Beck Shiraz-Viognier or a pinotage like Diemersfontein.
TO DRINK: Sauvignon blanc would rise to the occasion here – go for something subtle from Fairview or Jordan.
Absolutely delicious as a snack at a cocktail party, the sweet preserved figs can be replaced with fresh figs when they’re in season. TO DRINK: An off-dry wine…
Simple tips for smart food…This gorgeous frozen presentation is great for serving cold soups, fruit salads or canapés such as oysters. Place a glass bowl on a baking sheet and place a smaller bowl inside the first bowl. Choose small edible flowers of your choice such as calendulas, carnations, geraniums, dahlias, dandelions and echinaceas. Carefully place the flowers between the two bowls and fill the space with water. Freeze the bowl overnight. When ready to serve, rinse a kitchen cloth with hot water and wrap the bottom of the first bowl to release the finished ice bowl. If you find…
Here’s how we make perfect pancakes every time – easy pancake recipe: Put 100g cake flour and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl and make a well…
Stained glass cookies are beautiful little delicacies that are a great addition to any party. They can be hung off the backs of chairs with beautiful ribbons or used as place settings. Any shape of cutter can be used.
Pepper lebkuchen chocolate sandwiches are a traditional Christmas treat. These peppery soft biscuits work well with dark chocolate and are perfect for a sophisticated tea or served after dinner…