Their traditional Australian cousins are coated in regular milk chocolate, but these white chocolate lamingtons are light, lovely, and delicious. The coating is wonderfully creamy and sweet, perfect with the golden crumbs inside. A great teatime treat!
An unusual but magnificent flavour combination – we recommend serving it as a dinner-party dessert.
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 with coffee. They’re available at selected supermarkets, German delis and at Seemans (011-792-1410).
These strawberry and chocolate spring rolls are so delicious they’ll be eaten up before they’ve had a chance to cool down! Golden pastry, juicy fruits and creamy chocolate are meant to be together. Flaky and amazingly tasty.
Chocolate almond bars are devilishly rich and buttery. These lovely pastries are perfect for a tea party – their elegant shapes and toppings are too pretty not to share. Just as delicious without the ganache and almonds.
Friend and fellow Gourmet Girl Tracy Foulkes produces NoMU cocoa. We modified the chocolate cake recipe that appears on the NoMU tin and created these chilli and lemongrass chocolate cakes with oriental ganache.
Food pests can turn a well-stocked pantry into a source of frustration, particularly when insects appear in flour, rice, cereal or dried fruit. Some arrive in food brought home from the shops, while others find their way into cupboards through small gaps or are attracted by crumbs and improperly stored ingredients. Knowing how to identify common food pests makes it easier to spot an infestation early, protect your groceries and keep your kitchen clean. Here are the most common pests found in food, what to look for and how to prevent them from taking hold. 1. Pantry moths Pantry moths…
Looking for a Halloween treat that’s equal parts spooky and sweet? This pumpkin-shaped Nutella pastry is just the thing. Made with crisp, golden puff pastry and a generous layer of chocolate-hazelnut spread, it’s shaped like a grinning pumpkin for a festive finish. It’s wonderfully easy to make and looks impressive on a Halloween dessert table. Also See: Cookie monster milkshake https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/cookie-monster-milkshake
Give your Halloween table a delicious centrepiece with this wicked toffee-apple cake. Think moist, cinnamon-spiced apple cake layered with fluffy caramel buttercream, crunchy peanut brittle and a drizzle of toffee sauce, all finished with ghostly white chocolate-coated apples. It’s a showstopping bake that’s as indulgent as it is enchanting – and guaranteed to steal the spotlight at your Halloween feast. Also See: Halloween dirt pudding cups
These Halloween dirt pudding cups are proof that spooky treats don’t have to be complicated. Layered with chocolate cake crumbs, silky chocolate mousse and chocolate sauce, then finished with a biscuit and liquorice topping, they’re a fun, fuss-free dessert for Halloween parties or a little seasonal kitchen creativity. Best of all, they come together in minutes, with no baking required! Also See: Pumpkin-shaped Nutella pastry for Halloween https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/pumpkin-shaped-nutella-pastry-for-halloween
Cream is the foundation of many dishes, from chocolate mousse and scones with clotted cream to creamy savoury sauces and potato dauphinoise. But not all creams are made equal. From pouring cream and whipping cream to double-thick and clotted cream, we highlight the differences and their best uses. Pouring vs whipping vs double-thick vs clotted cream Cream is essentially milkfat – the fat that separates from unheated, unpasteurised fresh milk. What makes each type of cream different is the fat content and the way it’s been processed. Let’s get into it. Pouring cream Pouring cream (sometimes referred to…
Ginger, in the last couple of decades, has become so mainstream that almost all kitchens have it stocked. Whether used to brew an all-round health-boosting tea or used in various curries, stews, stir-fries and sweet treats, ginger is a versatile ingredient to have. And while it can be stored for long periods of time, you might have come across a few knobs with a blue tinge. But don’t be alarmed: this doesn’t mean the ginger has gone bad or is toxic. There are a few reasons why your ginger has turned blue – none of them inherently bad. Why…
October/November not only marks the Jacaranda blooming season, but also marks exam season. Is it a coincidence that they occur at the same time? Many believe not – having a Jacaranda flower fall on your head is apparently the way to pass all your exams! Most of us have been there and understand the stresses of exams (with some of us still experiencing exam stress either vicariously or ourselves), and understand how nutrition plays an important role in supporting brain function. To make things simpler, we’ve rounded up a list of the best foods to eat to boost focus. …
South African brandy producers have had a strong showing on the international and local stage, with major wins at the 2026 International Spirits Challenge (ISC) in London and the Veritas Awards in Cape Town. Among the highlights, KWV was named Brandy Producer of the Year at the ISC, while the Veritas Awards recognised 29 brandies, marking one of the category’s strongest medal performances in recent years. The results reflect the continued recognition of South African brandy, with local producers earning accolades across different styles and maturation periods. “South African brandy continues to show that it belongs among the best in…
Cape Town’s much-loved Balducci restaurant has entered a new chapter. Now known as Caffé Balducci, the restaurant opened its doors at Piazza St John in Sea Point on 13 September 2026, marking 30 years since the original Balducci first welcomed diners in September 1996. Previously a familiar fixture at the V&A Waterfront, Balducci closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Its return brings the name back to Cape Town’s dining scene, this time with an all-day café concept that combines Italian classics, Asian-inspired dishes, coffee, cocktails and an extensive wine list. Located at Piazza St John on Main Road, Caffé Balducci draws…