We cannot get enough of this white chocolate cake with drunken grapes. The drunken grapes gives this delicious cake a fun kick.
A petit four is a small, bite-size confectionery sweet, but it can be savoury too. Originally from France, petit four in French means “small oven”. Below, we share our favourite recipe for these chocolate petits fours.
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.
Joburg, say it with a smile: OAKBERRY opens at Melrose Arch on 27 November On Friday 27 November, OAKBERRY brings the global açaí obsession to Melrose Arch. The Brazilian brand opens its first Johannesburg store just in time for summer. Picture a clear bowl layered with ice-cold, deep-purple açaí, sliced strawberries, banana, a protein layer if you like, and a scatter of crunch. The person behind you in the queue can see your layers and wants to know what you ordered. The flavour is hard to explain until you’ve tried it for yourself. That first spoonful is cold, thick…
To mark the festive season, Nespresso and Swarovski join together in a collaboration that asks What Else? and answers with a joint venture that is rich in aroma and rich in wonder. Bold, colourful, and extravagant, the two iconic brands merge their expertise, offering glittering gifts and exceptional coffees designed for the holidays and beyond. Nespresso, the world’s premium coffee pioneer, introduces a new collection of indulgent limited-edition black and flavored coffee blends with recipes to savor the luxury of now and a shimmering line-up of accessories to ensure every coffee moment shines. The collection is wrapped in vibrant packaging inspired by Swarovski’s signature octagonal…
Eggs are one of a cook’s best weapons in the kitchen – their versatility spans sweet and savoury dishes, from indulgent chocolate mousse to velvety hollandaise sauce. Whether you enjoy a simply boiled egg for breakkie or are an avid baker, every crack leads to empty shells. And while most of us instinctively toss the empty shells in the trash, their shells provide more use than being a vessel for the egg itself. From fertiliser to crafts, we’ve listed the 5 best ways to reuse eggshells around your home. The 5 best ways to reuse eggshells around your home…
Spring is here, which means flowy dresses, sunshine, and colourful drinks in hand. It’s prime hosting season — friends, family, and good vibes all around — so make sure you’re prepared with the right ingredients to serve up the ultimate spring cocktails for your girls. Pexels 1. Classic tequila sunrise Ingredients: 50 ml tequila (blanco or reposado) 100 ml orange juice (freshly squeezed or 100% pure juice) 15 ml grenadine syrup Ice cubes Garnish: Orange slice and a cocktail cherry Method: Fill the glass: Fill a tall highball glass with ice cubes. Add spirit and juice: Pour in the tequila…
With South Africa’s 2026 Local Government Elections taking place on Wednesday, 4 November, several restaurants, coffee shops and food outlets are offering special promotions to customers who show proof that they’ve voted. Whether you’re after your morning coffee, something sweet or a meal with friends, here are the food and drink specials to look out for this Election Day. Wimpy is offering free coffee or hot chocolate Coffee lovers can make a stop at Wimpy after voting, where the restaurant chain is offering a complimentary regular Famous Wimpy Coffee. Not in the mood for coffee? Customers can opt for a…
Pantry supplies are a cook’s best weapon in the kitchen: a can of cooked lentils here and a few condiments like Worcestershire and soy sauce there, and you’ve almost got a full, tasty meal. And although the dates on the label indicate a specific shelf life for each item, there is some leeway. Learn how long pantry supplies actually last so you can keep your pantry stocked and know when to replace key ingredients like bicarbonate of soda and dried spices. How long pantry supplies actually last The following is a list of the shelf lives of the following…
Nothing beats a freshly baked scone, especially when it’s topped with a generous helping of strawberry jam and whipped cream. These air fryer scones are ready in just 20 minutes, with only 15 minutes of baking time, making them an easy weekend bake when a craving strikes. The addition of amasi gives the scones a subtle tang that balances the sweetness of the jam and cream beautifully. Serve them warm with a cup of tea for a teatime treat that’s hard to beat. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Food&Home (@foodandhomesa) Also See: Flourless…