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Eggs feature as our breakfast each and every Sunday. Dave is usually in charge and he makes omelettes, scrambled eggs or frittatas, depending on his mood. I made these green eggs and ham several times so that I could get the recipe just how I like my eggs. The key to getting them out of … Continue reading Green Eggs And Ham
Keeping hydrated is vital, especially in winter when one does not really feel like drinking. I make cold infusions to make my water more exciting. This rose hip cold infusion not only tastes great, it looks pretty as well. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Rose Hip Cold Infusion ♥ Let's talk about … Continue reading Rose Hip Cold Infusion
What did November 2024 hold for you? Our month started off with a little bit of waiting, and a lot of anticipation. Finally, on the 13th, our second grandchild made his appearance and our hearts were filled with love. February cannot come soon enough for us to get to hold him. This month, we also … Continue reading November 2024 Showcasing In My Kitchen
We Solve Murders opening lines: You must leave as few clues as possible. That's the only rule. You have to talk to people sometimes; it's inevitable. My blurb: Steve is quite happy with his routine. Pub lunches, weekly quizzes, and his daily walks. Debbie would say he is not living his life. And he thinks … Continue reading We Solve Murders, Richard Osman
Dave and I wanted to stay in Fiumicino for a variety of reasons when we went to Italy in April. At first glance, La Casetta was perfect for our needs. We wanted to be out of Rome, but with easy access to the city. And we needed a place where we could leave our luggage … Continue reading La Casetta, Fiumicino Città, Italy
I veered far away from the traditional when I made this waterblommetjie kimchi. These flowers are only found in the Western Cape, and are harvested when conditions are ideal. This year we had so much rain this winter that the dams were still full of these pretty edible beauties well into October. I have made … Continue reading Waterblommetjie Kimchi
In Too Deep opening lines: The pain hit first, then the sound followed, the way lightning beats thunder in a storm. The pain was in Jack Reacher's right wrist. My blurb: This time, Reacher has no idea how he got into the middle of trouble. But he is slap bang, right there. With no clue … Continue reading In Too Deep, Lee Child And Andrew Child
Using Mimi's adapted recipe of Adeena Sussman’s 24-Hour Salted Lemon Spread, I have made salted lime spread. This paste can be added to so many dishes, adding a beautiful flavour. The sky really is the limit when it comes to how many ways you can use this. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ … Continue reading Salted Lime Spread
This hibiscus cold infusion has quite a tart flavour which might not appeal to everyone. You can sweeten it if you want to, and if you do, make sure you use something that can dissolve in cold water. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Hibiscus Cold Infusion ♥ Let's talk about infusing water … Continue reading Hibiscus Cold Infusion
The Silence In Between opening lines: Any parent who says they don't have a favourite child is a liar. As Axel finally falls asleep in my arms, a bubble of milk resting on his upper lip, a tidal wave of love washes over me. My blurb: The first time Lisette loses her voice it is … Continue reading The Silence In Between, Josie Ferguson
I have used a simple sugar syrup made with fructose, and dried rose buds, to make my rose syrup. This will keep well in the fridge so you can easily bulk up the recipe if you have a variety of ways to use this syrup. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Rose Syrup … Continue reading Rose Syrup
If you have not yet figured it out, I am having a slight obsession with single serving desserts that I can make in five minutes. This cinnamon mug cake is the latest creation to come out of my kitchen. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Cinnamon Mug Cake ♥ Let's talk about cinnamon … Continue reading Cinnamon Mug Cake
These sweet tahini rolls are flavoured with ground cinnamon and topped with sesame seeds. I love how they turned out and I will use this recipe as a base for future sweet treats. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Sweet Tahini Rolls ♥ Let's talk about tahini Tahini is an essential ingredient in … Continue reading Sweet Tahini Rolls
I have mentioned that I am working my way through all the recipes I have collected. By far, the most have come from Chef Mimi's blog. She has introduced me to new flavours and foods which is a bonus for me. These sardine rillettes are served with Vodka pickled cucumbers. They are an essential component … Continue reading Sardine Rillettes
Precipice opening line: Late one Thursday morning at the beginning of July 1914, a young woman with dark wet hair strode long-legged from the Serpentine in Hyde Park along Oxford Street towards Marylebone. My blurb: Prime Minister Asquith is a man sitting on not only the precipice of War, but on the precipice of the … Continue reading Precipice, Robert Harris
October 2024 started off with a coffee date with a friend who I do not see nearly often enough. It was special to just spend time with her, and it was followed with another get together with a friend we usually see as a couple. Sometimes it is great to just have girls' time. Dave … Continue reading October 2024 Showcasing In My Kitchen
We have visited Wildekrans Wine Estate a few times to do wine tasting. And eventually in March we went for lunch at The Restaurant At Wildekrans. Given that the menu is seasonal we have plans to go back. The Restaurant At Wildekrans Wine Estate The drive to Wildekrans in Bot River is well worth it … Continue reading The Restaurant At Wildekrans Wine Estate
These braised lamb tacos are served with a minted sour cream. This is the essential topping for this dish, so don't leave it out. In the recipe I tested from Mexico in Mzansi, a 3 kilogram bone in lamb shoulder was called for to make 15 tacos. I used a 1 kilogram bone in lamb … Continue reading Braised Lamb Tacos
Aiden describes his version of the Crispy Quinoa Salad as a crowd pleaser. My version was exactly the same, so much so, that my friend asked for the recipe and made it the next day! Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Crispy Quinoa Salad ♥ Let's talk about Quinoa Quinoa is an edible … Continue reading Crispy Quinoa Salad
I adapted the recipe for pico de gallo by cooking down the onions. This is by no means traditional, but it was the only way Dave would eat this fresh salsa. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Pico De Gallo ♥ What is Pico De Gallo? Pico de gallo is a fresh tomato … Continue reading Pico De Gallo