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I tested this recipe using both fresh and frozen blueberries and must say I prefer the colour of the blueberry frangipane when I used frozen fruit. They are also much cheaper than fresh for some reason so that is another reason to use them. Head straight on to the Recipe For 
I hid the black sesame ice cream so well that I forgot about it. But on a seriously hot day I combined it with all the other ice creams in my freezer and made the most divine milkshake. Head straight on to the Recipe For
This orange olive oil cake was so good the first time I made it, I had to make it again. The syrup glaze ensures that the cake stays nice and moist, and adds extra flavour. Head straight on to the Recipe For
Whole avocados are so expensive, whether in season or not. It makes buying them prohibitive. But thankfully I can get avocado pulp for a reasonable price and this is what I have used to make my avocado hollandaise. Head straight on to the Recipe For
In South Africa, a firm family favourite is the peppermint crisp tart. A peppermint crisp is an iconic chocolate and while we were at school we used them as straws for drinking milk. As there is no sugar free version of this chocolate, I decided to make a peppermint caramel tart. It has the same … Continue reading Peppermint Caramel Tart | A Take On The Classic
In South Africa we get a biscuit called Tennis Biscuits. These coconut biscuits are often used as the base for tarts or cheese cakes. Here I have made a version using coconut sugar and honey. Head straight on to the Recipe For
These blueberry cheesecake pancakes will become a firm family favourite once you make them. I absolutely love the taste, and the texture and the kids have given these a big thumbs up. Head straight on to the Recipe For
This recipe for oven baked courgette fritters is perfect for the busy mom. The best part about this is you can cut nice squares to add to lunch boxes. And you can change the vegetables to what is in season. Head straight on to the Recipe For
Like everything in life, all good things have to come to an end. These sourdough apricot cookies are the last of the ones using my discard. Head straight on to the Recipe For
I make my own halva but for this recipe for halva sourdough cookies you can use store bought. I really needed a treat after the never ending saga that is going on in my life right now. Head straight on to the Recipe For
I had to force myself to eat no more than one of these sourdough granola cookies at a time. They are so good and thankfully they keep well which means I could eat one a day for a week. Head straight on to the Recipe For
These cheesy brioche rolls make for the ideal brunch or lunch time treat. The recipe has been adapted from the one Chef Graeme introduced to Angama Mara. Head straight on to the Recipe For
I topped my gluten free blueberry Bundt cake with a butterscotch sauce. Served with a soft serve in the same flavour it made for a great dessert. Head straight on to the Recipe For
Using orange juice and zest and some stunning locally grown dried Turkish figs I made fig and orange sourdough cookies. They are the latest of my creations from my delectable base recipe. Head straight on to the Recipe For
These sourdough red velvet choc chip cookies are simply the best way to start a new year. Easy to make, and even easier to eat, I hope you give them a try. Head straight on to the Recipe For
After I made my cinnamon cookies I decided the same effect would look good with something savoury. I made oregano shortbread as it is the one herb I have in abundance. And the leaves are big enough to work with. Use whatever herb takes your fancy, and what you have growing in your garden. Head … Continue reading Oregano Shortbread Using Fresh Herbs
If you have ever needed a reason to create your own sourdough starter, this is it. These sourdough almond cookies are so fantastic. In fact, they are so good I have been making a batch every week for months now. Head straight on to the Recipe For
I am a South African through and through, and have no desire to live anywhere other than exactly where I am. But, if I could have a second home, it would be on the Isola di Ortigia. The narrow streets remind me of Venice and the living is simple. But seeing as I could not … Continue reading Zeppole | Sicilian Doughnuts For San Giuseppe
I was inspired by Liz to make sous vide orange curd. To me, this is going to be the only recipe I use in future as the result was a perfectly smooth curd. Head straight on to the Recipe For
Mayonnaise has to be one of the easiest condiments to make at home. The quality will always be good if you use good quality ingredients. I made coriander mayonnaise to go with our corn fritters. This is a regular flavour profile at home as I often buy coriander for a recipe and never use it … Continue reading Coriander Mayonnaise | Stick Blender Recipe
