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    Strawberry pavlova loaf

    Not your typical pavlova, this loaf-shaped dessert will be the talking point of your next get-together. INGREDIENTS 8 egg whites  2½ cups caster sugar  1 pinch cream of tartar 1 tsp. vanilla essence  ½ tsp. cornflour  ⅓ cup freeze dried strawberries, crushed To assemble 150 grams white chocolate, melted  ½ cup whipped cream ⅓ cup fresh strawberries, halved 1 Tbsp. freeze dried strawberries PREHEAT oven to 150°C. Line a loaf tin with baking paper making sure it extends at least 3 cm over the sides. BEAT egg whites on high speed until foamy. While the beater is running, add the…

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    Banana loaf

    Try this quick and easy banana loaf recipe using vanilla muffin mix. INGREDIENTS 1 500g vanilla muffin mix 3 ripe bananas (2 mashed, 1 sliced lengthways) 100 ml milk cup vegetable oil 100 g walnuts 100 g dark chocolate, roughly chopped 2 tbsp tahini 2 eggs METHOD 1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease and line a loaf tin. 2. Mix the mashed bananas, milk, oil and eggs in a large bowl. 3. Gently whisk in the vanilla mix. 4. Fold in the walnuts, chocolate and tahini until just combined. 5. Pour into the prepared tin. Top with the sliced…

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    Armenian-style eight layer cake

    INGREDIENTS 1¾ cups firmly packed brown sugar 2½ cups flour 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda 1 tsp ground nutmeg 1 egg 1 cup milk 125 g butter, melted and cooled ⅓ cup roasted hazelnuts, chopped ¼ cup cacao nibs or chopped dark chocolate Ganache 500 gram dark chocolate, chopped 2 cups pouring cream Coffee cream 1 Tbsp. boiling water 2 tsp. instant coffee granules 600 ml double thick cream ½ cup icing sugar, sifted 1 Tbsp. cocoa powder, sifted METHOD PREHEAT oven to 180°C. Draw two 18 cm circles on each of four large sheets of…

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    Strawberry & coconut shortbread cake

    What goes with tea better than crunchy buttermilk rusks? Cakes! Get your finest china ready for this strawberry & coconut shortbread cake recipe! INGREDIENTS For the pastry cream ⅓ cup caster sugar 2 tbsp flour 2 tbsp cornflour 1 cup milk 1 tsp vanilla essence 4 egg yolks 300 ml coconut cream For the shortbread 250 g butter, softened 1 cup icing sugar 1 egg 3¼ cups flour For the strawberry compote 2 tbsp caster sugar 1 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp water 250 g strawberries, sliced widthways To assemble 500 g strawberries, sliced widthways METHOD For the pastry cream…

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    5 Things To Do With Left-Over Fresh Cream

     Got extra creamy goodness lurking in the fridge? Throw it into these dishes for a treat! 1.  SCRAMBLED EGGS  Make your eggs à la Gordon Ramsay. Break eggs into a pan and add butter. Stir over medium heat until eggs clump, then add some cream. Remove from the heat and carry on stirring until the eggs are done.  2.  VEGGIE BAKE  Loosen the cream with some milk, season with herbs, salt and pepper, and pour over sliced potatoes, butternut, baby marrows – any veggies, really! Bake until they’re cooked through, for a yummy side.  3. SOUP  Stir some cream through…

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    The ultimate starter “101” guide

    Joburg-based master baker Babette Kourelos of Babette’s Bread rises to the occasion and answers all our questions about making a starter (fresh home-made yeast) By Babette Kourelos of Babette’s Bread Photographs by Annalize Nel and Babette Kourelos Q1. How do I make a sourdough starter and approximately how much starter is required for a standard-sized loaf? A1. To make a standard-size loaf of bread, you will require between 50g and 100g of ripe and refreshed starter. You can make your own sourdough starter by mixing flour and water together and leaving the mixture to ferment. This mixture (which is a…

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    10 of the best-ever fudge recipes you must try during lockdown

    Craving something sweet? Fudge is always a good idea! 10 Fudge recipes you must try Marshmallow fudge topped with French meringue Marshmallow fudge topped with French meringue is sweet and decadent. French meringue is probably the most popular version of meringue; uncooked, and easy to make. On top of buttery, rich fudge this sweet treat becomes doubly delicious. Recipe here: Marshmallow fudge topped with French meringue Zoo cookie fudge This Zoo cookie fudge is great for kids’ birthday parties. Recipe here: Zoo cookie fudge Classic vanilla fudge It’s a classic! Recipe here: Classic vanilla fudge Microwave choc-biscuit fudge Spoil…

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    The Doctor’s In

    In tribute to International Whisk(e)y Day on March 27, we spoke to Dr Bill Lumsden, director of distilling, whisky creation and whisky stocks at The Glenmorangie Company. He is a pioneer in maturation techniques, and today is as excited about single malt as he was when he took his first sip in 1984. BY MALU LAMBERT PHOTOGRAPH SUPPLIED “Single malt, in comparison to blended whisky, is more distinct and idiosyncratic,” says Dr Bill Lumsden, his Scottish vowels bending pleasantly over the word “idiosyncratic”. He may as well be describing himself – he’s famously leftfield in his approach to whisky making.…

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    Food & Wine Pairing: March 2020

    March right up; some delectable drops have arrived on the shelves—offering incredible value. Chateau Del Rei Sparkling Dry, R74.99 for a 6-pack Chateau Del Rei, sparkling wine in a can, has just introduced two new bubblies to their range to accompany the original sweet sparkler. Made in a brut style with predominantly chenin blanc. It’s fruit-forward, unfussy and has just the right amount of fizz; perfect to take outdoors on a picnic, or to lounge around the pool with—the relatively low alcohol content of 7% makes it quite quaffable too. Pair it with: Sweet potato pizza with olives, ricotta and prosciutto…

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    New Owners at River Meadow Manor celebrate with a sumptuous festive feast

    River Meadow Manor, a prominent boutique hotel, conference and wedding venue in Pretoria was recently acquired by celebrated South African hotelier, Siyanda Dlamini and the launch of the new ownership was celebrated at a sumptuous festive feast for business partners, colleagues and media. Dlamini was excited to showcase his venue and some of the delectable dishes on the menu that will make up the showstopper Christmas lunch special at this beautiful property that once belonged to Jan Smuts. The Christmas lunch menu, curated by Chef James Griffiths, featured only the freshest locally grown and seasonal ingredients and included beef bitterballen,…

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    Winner Winner, Melville | Johannesburg restaurant

    Familiar flavours made new… you simply have to try the chicken at Winner Winner, Melville’s newest, most vibey spot! The team behind Joburg favourites like A Streetbar Named Desire, Perron, The Griffin and The Office are at it again! Thom Hughes, Christa and Grant Ansell and Martin Jakoby (Christa’s brother) seem to have a foolproof recipe when it comes to opening restaurants. From the time they opened their first eatery, The Loft in Melville, they’ve blazed a tasty trail through the city, becoming known as much for their quirky take on cocktails as their outrageously moreish food. Maybe it’s because…

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    Wine Concepts “Finer Things in Life” French Champagne Festival

    Wine Concepts “Finer Things in Life” French Champagne Festival celebrates this year’s event with the theme of “Boas & Bow Ties” on Saturday 9th November 2019 Join hosts Wine Concepts in celebrating their eighteenth year of staging this prestigious event at the Vineyard Hotel in Newlands. This year, for the first time, we will be hosting the event on a Saturday afternoon and using not only the magnificent Summer Room, but the adjoining gardens too! The event will run from 15h00 to 18h00 along with co-sponsor Legacy Lifestyle. We will be offering numerous cuvees for tasting from premium and boutique…

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    Braai hacks for the perfect braai

    Look like a braai- aficionado at your next braai with these braai hacks. Written by Imka Webb  No firelighters? No problem! Did you know you can use a bag of Doritos to light a fire? Pine cones make great kindling too! You can also fill a jar with dried out teabags and fill it halfway with paraffin. The teabags will soak up the paraffin to make great firelighters. When life hands you lemons… If your braai grill still has some leftover braai juice from the braai before, don’t fret! Simply cut a lemon and half and rub…

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    Peppermint Crisp fridge tart recipe
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    6 Peppermint Crisp recipes for everyday entertaining

    What’s more South African than Peppermint Crisp? This is the best collection of Peppermint Crisp recipes. We cannot imagine a braai, lunch or dinner where a Peppermint Crisp tart wouldn’t be a hit. Peppermint Crisp ice-cream cake One of South Africa’s most-loved desserts, the Peppermint Crisp tart, gets a grown-up makeover that makes it the perfect indulgence for a warm, summer’s day. We love that you only need 9 ingredients to whip up this masterpiece. The proof of this nostalgic classic-turned-vogue dessert lies in its legacy, taking a contemporary turn for the even better. Recipe here: Peppermint Crisp ice-cream cake…

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