• Bring a touch of European tradition to your festive baking with this Toscakaka (Caramel Almond Cake) recipe! This holiday classic features a soft, buttery sponge crowned with a golden, caramelised almond topping that’s sweet, nutty, and irresistibly crunchy. One bite, and it’s sure to become a cherished holiday tradition! ALSO SEE: Spiced chocolate cheesecake with Christmas-cake crust Recipe by Angelina Claassen

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    Out of ideas for a midweek dinner? Look no further than our flavoursome braised lamb shank recipe. So inviting and delicious, it’s sure to fall straight off the bone. ALSO SEE: Roast leg of lamb with mint and pomegranate rubies https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/roast-leg-of-lamb-with-mint-and-pomegranate-rubies

    Add a splash of prosecco! This sparkling Italian white wine (which is traditionally a little sweeter and kinder to your wallet than Champagne) comes in sweet and dry varieties, and is deliciously convivial. Christmas is the perfect time to add a splash of prosecco. We love the idea of adding bubbles to the recipe below; mixing a quick and celebratory cocktail by adding a dash of pomegranate concentrate and a few berries to glasses of chilled prosecco; or topping peach ice cream with a tot (or two) of prosecco for a summer float with a grown up makeover! Drunken berries…

    It’s the most wonderful time of the year. If you’re entertaining this festive season, make these brie and cranberry pastry stars part of your feast. It’s the perfect canape to serve as guests arrive, or simply bake a few and serve as starters. ALSO SEE: Spiced eggnog marshmallows Recipe and styling by Nomvuselelo Mncube Photograph by Dylan Swart