Some of us like coffee, others prefer tea but if you’ve got a sweet tooth and you’re a hot chocolate lover in Cape Town, you’re in for a treat! The city is brimming with spots offering delicious and unique hot chocolate creations. Here are some of our top places to try: Places to get a decadent hot chocolate in Cape Town Coco Safar Coco Safar, a beloved spot in Sea Point, offers decadent hot chocolate crafted from a secret blend of dark, milk, and white Valrhona chocolate. Priced at R48, it’s served with a shot of sparkling water and a…
Blondies are always a dessert option. This recipe contains white chocolate, pecan nuts and cinnamon. Its truly the definition of a sweet treat. Recipe by Claire Ferrandi Photograph by Dylan Swart ALSO SEE: Chai latté pecan granola parfaits https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/chai-latte-pecan-granola-parfaits
These black liquorice and almond chocolate-chip giant cookies are so good! Serve them with a glass of milk a cup of tea or simply devour them as is. ALSO SEE: The ultimate chocolate chip cookies Recipe, styling and photography by Katelyn Allegra
Spoil your family this weekend with this sweet milk chocolate,hazelnut and rosemary brioche wreath. Enjoy it with your loved ones alongside a warm cup of tea. ALSO SEE: White chocolate and coconut slice https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/white-chocolate-and-coconut-slice
White chocolate and coconut slice It’s not quite cake and not quite coconut ice. This white chocolate and coconut slice is a delicious combination of the two, and is sweet and crumbly! It’s very easy to make and will be divinely tropical and creamy. ALSO SEE:White hot chocolate with macadamia praline https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/white-hot-chocolate-macadamia-praline
White hot chocolate with macadamia praline This simple, easy cold-weather treat is a spin on the classic white hot chocolate using macadamia nuts and caramel to achieve a beautiful praline. Out with the powdered hot chocolate, and in with delectable homemade ‘real deal’! ALSO SEE: Ginger biscuit s’mores with indulgent hot chocolate https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/indulgent-dark-hot-chocolate-with-melt-in-the-mouth-ginger-and-oat-smores
Warm up this winter with these morish s’mores made with freshly baked ginger biscuits. Serve with a cup of rich hot chocolate to enjoy them with. Ginger biscuit s’mores with indulgent hot chocolate Recipe by Sarah Dall | SERVES 2 INGREDIENTS GINGER BISCUIT S’MORES 125g butter 200g sugar 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla essence 150g cake flour + extra, to dust 75g rolled oats 1 tsp baking powder 20ml ground ginger Pinch salt TO SERVE 1/4 cup fresh cream 100g good-quality dark chocolate 6 white marshmallows 10 Chuckles, crushed 1 cup milk Handful mini marshmallows, to serve METHOD GINGER…
For those who love chocolate, it might be wise to stock up soon. Scientists have discovered that a destructive disease is rapidly spreading among cacao trees in West Africa, which could jeopardise the global chocolate supply. According to Benito Chen-Charpentier, a professor of mathematics at the University of Texas at Arlington and author of the ‘Cacao sustainability: The case of cacao swollen-shoot virus co-infection’ study, the cacao swollen shoot virus disease (CSSVD) is one of the most economically damaging diseases of cacao trees. It accounts for between 15 and 50% of harvest losses in Ghana. ‘This virus is a real…
If you think risotto is strictly savoury, you haven’t tasted creamy risotto pudding with hot chocolate sauce. Arborio rice becomes amazingly thick from soaking up a lot of liquid, so this pudding is a total dream. Go on and indulge. Recipe by Leila Saffarian Also see:Date and walnut self-saucing pudding https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/date-walnut-self-saucing-pudding
Take your tastebuds on an adventure with this Mexican Chocolate Chilli Rump recipe! Succulent rump steak is the star of this dish, infused with rich Mexican chocolate and aromatic spices for the chilli, that creates sweet, savoury, and spicy notes in every mouthful. This is a perfect recipe for those lazy midweek meals that is easy to make and can be whipped up in minutes! ALSO SEE: Herbed rump steak salad with horseradish crème fraîche Recipe and styling by Illanique van Aswegen Photograph by Adel Ferreira
Hop onto Easter with our decadent Easter sheet cake recipe. Bonus: its perfect for a fun-filled decorating session with the kids. A treat that’s as delightful to make as it is to devour !🐰 ALSO SEE: Coconut chana dhal fish curry https://www.foodandhome.co.za/features/coconut-chana-dhal-and-fish-curry
Some call it chemistry, we call it magic! Amazingly, the chocolate and custard layers of this cake reverse positions during the baking process. Recipe and styling by Illanique van Aswegen Photograph by Adel Ferreira ALSO SEE: Chocolate ganache cupcakes https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/chocolate-ganache-cupcakes
There’s nothing better than a good old chocolate shake. Unless it’s a Kahlúa and chocolate shake with stroopwafels. This delicious shake is just for the adults, although it looks so good that the kids will be begging for a taste. Delicious and indulgent! ALSO SEE: Death by chocolate milkshake https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/death-chocolate-milkshake Recipe by Sarah Dall
Innovative chocolatiers from around the world are experimenting with the tisane in chocolate drinks, which appeals to consumers looking for alternatives to traditional hot chocolate or coffee-based drinks. Adele du Toit, spokesperson for the Rooibos Council, says Rooibos-based chocolate drinks vary widely, incorporating different blends, such as matcha and chai, and combining them with chocolate in various forms, such as cocoa powder, chocolate syrup or chocolate chips. Here’s a deliciously decadent rooibos and chocolate latte recipe that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth during the Easter holiday. ALSO SEE: Celebrate a sweet Easter with Rooibos and chocolate tastings https://www.foodandhome.co.za/entertaining/celebrate-a-sweet-easter-with-rooibos-and-chocolate-tastings Recipe and…
These chocolate-coated marshmallow Easter eggs are even better than the store-bought version! These delectable treats are a perfect blend of creamy caramel, fluffy marshmallow, and rich chocolate. Have the kids join in for a great Easter activity and treat. Made this Chocolate-coated caramel marshmallow Easter eggs recipe? Tag us @foodandhomesa #CookingWithFH on Instagram! ALSO SEE: Marshmallow Egg Rocky Road recipe RECIPES, STYLING, AND PHOTOGRAPHS BY KATELYN ALLEGRA ASSISTED BY CASSANDRA UPTON AND SOPHIA-MARIA EYGELAAR