Ever wondered what to do with those overripe bananas that nobody wants to eat? Did you know that what we so indelicately refer to as “vrot” bananas (in Afrikaans, in…
Food, glorious food!
Whether making memories and sharing good times, exploring foreign fare, or offering comfort – food is the spice of life.
Food characterises a nation, defining identity, location and creed. Enjoy in these pages the fellowship of good food, experience variety, and savour the flavours!
“If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world.” J.R.R. Tolkien
Ever wondered what to do with those overripe bananas that nobody wants to eat? Did you know that what we so indelicately refer to as “vrot” bananas (in Afrikaans, in…
Nearly seven years ago when I first arrived in Stockholm I joined several clubs. The object was to make new friends, see and learn as much as possible, and to…
Most of us are familiar with the Swedish term Smörgåsbord – Sandwich Table – a delectable array of cold cuts, herrings, salmon, cheeses and other delicacies laid out as a…
Ingredients 1 cup roasted fresh pumpkin, placed in a sieve to drain off excess liquid 1/2 cup heavy cream (40% fat) 1/4 cup whole mild 1 large egg 1/3 cup…
Credit: https://www.taste.com.au/recipes/27810/lemon+ripple+cheesecake This is not strictly speaking a “bake”, as it doesn’t bake in the oven, it sets in the fridge. But it is a cake (or dessert), and I wanted…
So here we are with the first of my baking blog “masterpieces”. This upside-down banana cake with a sublime caramel sauce and toasted pecan topping may not look like anything…
Nothing can beat a delicious meal enjoyed in the company of good friends in a beautiful home with a magnificent view of the sea. This we recently enjoyed at the…
This dish is best made during the “Waterblommetjie Season” which occurs in the Western Cape during the spring – August/September – when all the plants seem to be bursting into…
This is a traditional South African pudding, perfect “comfort food” for cold winter nights. It is delicious, simple – and economical! Ingredients 4 slices light brown bread butter 100 ml…
Nothing can equal the feeling of immense satisfaction derived from producing a good batch of home-made jam! Set aside a morning or afternoon, and devote yourself to this age-old, soothing activity….