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One year when we were on our way shopping for a barge trip, we stopped at a small patisserie. Eric ordered something to eat, and we all declined, thinking the tarts were savoury. He offered us a bite, and I am sure regrets that to this day. It was a rhubarb tart, not a celery … Continue reading Rhubarb Tart
I have wanted to try tempering using a marble block, and when I got this gold chocolate I thought it would be the best opportunity to do so. The method is quite tedious, and time consuming. And it should be done in cool climatic conditions, and not in the heat of summer! Head straight on … Continue reading Gold Chocolate
Having the most amazing colour, and stunning flavour, this apricot kernel ice cream got a lot of thumbs up. We enjoyed it on hot summer days, eating it by the bowlful while sitting around the pool. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Apricot Kernel Ice Cream ♥ A caveat when making this apricot … Continue reading Apricot Kernel Ice Cream
This recipe for Persian Love Cakes has been adapted from Yotam Ottolenghi who offers all sorts of amazing recipes for us to enjoy. This one is from Sweet, which I do not have a copy of. Something to be added to my wish list for sure. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Persian Love … Continue reading Persian Love Cakes
Feeling too lazy to drive to the shops, and in the mood for experimenting, I made my own evaporated milk. I used fresh milk as I was not sure how UHT milk would work. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Evaporated Milk ♥ Evaporated milk Evaporated milk is so easy to make at … Continue reading Evaporated Milk
Using my grill for the marshmallows, I made this toasted marshmallow gelato. It is a churner recipe and the result is the most amazing tasting treat. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Toasted Marshmallow Gelato ♥ Eating marshmallows I am sure we all have childhood memories of toasting marshmallows on an open fire. … Continue reading Toasted Marshmallow Gelato
These chocolate flapjacks get a double dose of chocolate from the boozy sauce. You can even amp up the chocolate aspect by adding chocolate chips to your batter. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Chocolate Flapjacks ♥ What is a flapjack? Well, if you live in the United Kingdom, this word will mean … Continue reading Chocolate Flapjacks
Cinnamon dumplings, or souskluitjies, are a traditional Afrikaans dessert that I only came across recently. Teaming up with Amarula, a bunch of home cooks have contributed their recipes to a local recipe book. I will share more about that at the end of the month. In the meantime, enjoy my first recipe from the book. … Continue reading Souskluitjies | Cinnamon Dumplings
Sometimes, the simplest of recipes, provides you with the best of treats. And this recipe for cardamom ice cream is no exception. Using just 3 ingredients, this no churn ice cream is packed full of flavour, and is the perfect dessert to enjoy on its own, or with a slice of chocolate cake. I served … Continue reading Cardamom Ice Cream
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
This caramel toast ice cream is so refreshing, that you will will summer to come along so you can try it. The toast flavour comes from whole wheat bread, and the caramel from reduced apple juice. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Caramel Toast Ice Cream ♥ Which bread? In summer I make … Continue reading Caramel Toast Ice Cream
Set aside 5 minutes of your time to make this divine orange mug cake. Be generous and share it with a loved one. Or, enjoy it all by yourself. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Orange Mug Cake ♥ Let's talk about oranges Despite this sweet citrus fruit originating from China, most of … Continue reading Orange Mug Cake
Using just 4 pantry staples, this Torta Di Cioccolato will delight everyone. You can serve it as is. Or if you are having people over for a dinner party, you can jeuje it up. Add some freeze dried fruit, fresh berries, or sparkles. Crème fraîche is the perfect accompaniment as it cuts through the richness. … Continue reading Torta Di Cioccolato
Using my recipe for French Pastry, and Chef Mimi's recipe for the tart filling, I made this chocolate pear tart. You do not need to poach your own pears as I did as canned pears will work just as well. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Chocolate Pear Tart ♥ The flavour profile … Continue reading Chocolate Pear Tart
These poached pears are perfect to use as is, or for preserving for later use. I made my own as tinned pears here are loaded with refined sugar. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Poached Pears ♥ Let's talk about pears Other than apples, the Elgin Valley is known for its pears. The … Continue reading Poached Pears
Gateau Invisible is a very fancy cake, where the apples are thinly sliced, baked in a batter and basically disappear. Served with caramel sauce, it is a delectable dessert, and one I urge you to make at least once. Head straight on to the Recipe For ♥ Gateau Invisible ♥ Inspired to make Gateau Invisible … Continue reading Gateau Invisible
I have used fructose to make my white miso caramel. You can substitute sugar gram for gram. The key is to take the caramelisation process as far as you can without burning the fructose. To make this easier, use a digital thermometer and heat the fructose to 105° Celsius. Head straight on to the Recipe … Continue reading White Miso Caramel
Chocolate and ginger happens to be one of my favourite flavour combinations. The best example I have ever had of this was at a gelateria in Napoli. I decided to bake ginger cookie dough brownies to elevate a brownie recipe. The cookie dough adds texture as well as flavour. Head straight on to the Recipe … Continue reading Ginger Cookie Dough Brownies
These cottage cheese pancakes can be made in advance and frozen for a rainy day. I served ours with jam, like I would do with crumpets. They can however be enjoyed as is, or with a light dusting of icing sugar. And for a savoury treat, topped with a dollop of sour cream. Head straight … Continue reading Cottage Cheese Pancakes