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28 May 2026

Sticky Toffee Pudding

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I’ve got a rich, nostalgic sticky toffee pudding for you today, just in time for the weekend. This is the kind of comforting bake that fills the kitchen with (...)
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15 May 2026

Spinach and ricotta stuffed pasta

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There are so many wonderful flavours in today’s recipe! In this cosy, vegetarian dish pasta tubes are filled with a creamy ricotta and spinach filling, with (...)
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30 April 2026

Roasted butternut and spinach phyllo pie

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Ooh I’ve got a goodie for you today. I love working with phyllo pastry – once you get the hang of it, it’s surprisingly simple to use, and the crisp, golden (...)
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15 April 2026

Custard pots with spiced fruit

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This cosy dessert of silky vanilla custard topped with soft, stewed fruit and a buttery shortbread crumble is the stuff of dreams. The comforting combination (...)
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26 March 2026

Carrot and pineapple loaf cake

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I always seem to end up with bits and pieces that need using up – a few leftover carrots in the veggie drawer, a tin of pineapple in the pantry, and this (...)
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11 March 2026

Satay chicken tray bake

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I absolutely love satay, and can’t believe I haven’t posted a recipe here yet! As we shift into a cooler season, this is an easy, comforting family meal that (...)
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3 March 2026

Aubergine with tahini yoghurt and almonds

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Every now and then I’ll pop some aubergine on the table at home. I love it, but so far I’ve been unable to get the rest of the family on board with this (...)
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13 February 2026

10-minute strawberry and burrata salad

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Let’s keep things fresh, light and romantic this week with an easy but luxurious strawberry and burrata salad that’s perfect for a Valentine’s Day lunch or (...)
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31 January 2026

Easy make-ahead breakfasts for back to school

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Things are well and truly back in full swing and the December holidays feel like a distant memory. If you also feel like you’re lost in a blur of school (...)
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20 January 2026

Chicken roti with herb yoghurt

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2026, let’s go! I hope you had a fabulous festive season, I must say that after another full year the break was much needed. School and work may have started (...)
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17 December 2025

Mango and coconut ice cream sandwiches

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With the holidays just about in full swing, let’s turn our attention to an indulgent sweet recipe. These seasonal mango and coconut ice cream sandwiches are (...)
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10 December 2025

Tomato and mozzarella summer salad

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This is my favourite type of recipe – simple, fresh ingredients where the flavours truly shine! This light and refreshing tomato and mozzarella summer salad (...)
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31 October 2025

Mini cheesecake pots with cookies and cream

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These spooky mini cheesecake pots will add a playful touch to Halloween indulgence, and if you’re looking for a sweet treat to enjoy today then look no (...)
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24 October 2025

Roasted butternut and feta galette with thyme

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I love this time of year, as spring shifts into summer – when the days stretch a little longer, the air feels lighter and we start craving meals that bridge (...)
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24 September 2025

Spicy halloumi and vegetable skewers with creamy chakalaka dip

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We’re turning up the heat this Heritage Day with a bold and spicy vegetarian braai dish that’s bursting with local flavour. These veggie and halloumi skewers (...)
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12 September 2025

Sunshine lemon shortbread tarts

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I’m a total sucker for anything citrus, so I couldn’t resist leaning into those sunny spring vibes (hello sunshine!) and creating these light, lemony tartlets. (...)
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27 August 2025

Gingerbread and white chocolate blondies

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I love the spiced flavour of gingerbread, and these gingerbread and white chocolate blondies capture it perfectly, wrapped up in chewy, chocolate-studded (...)
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13 August 2025

Mushroom and miso soup with barley

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As August rolls on and we inch closer to the end of winter I’m still reaching for comfort meals that are nourishing and warming. This rich and satisfying (...)
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31 July 2025

Poached pears with chocolate sauce and hazelnut crumb

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This post is sponsored by Bash. Recipe, images and copy are my own.Today, I’m sharing an elegant and irresistible winter dessert that’s rich, warming, and just (...)
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18 July 2025

Jacket potatoes with creamy mushroom sauce

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The other day, I found myself craving a classic baked potato—crisp and golden on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside. It’s not the prettiest dish, but (...)
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30 June 2025

Easy single-serve cinnamon bun mug cake

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It’s a cold, rainy day and you’re craving something warm and sweet – enter the mug cake! This single-serve treat captures the delicious flavour of a cinnamon (...)
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20 June 2025

One pot creamy mushroom orzo with spinach and chorizo

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If a creamy, comforting and quick meal is what you’re after then you’re in the right place. Not only does this meal deliver on flavour, but it’s a one pot (...)
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27 May 2025

2 Minute microwave hot fudge sauce

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This post is sponsored by Bash. Recipe, images and copy are my own.Mention the words “hot fudge sauce” and immediately I think of rich, chocolatey (...)
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12 May 2025

Chocolate and pear crumble cake

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This week, we’re diving into a cosy bake that’s just right for tea time gatherings or as a birthday spoil. My husband and I celebrate our birthdays this week (...)
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1 May 2025

Irresistible autumn grazing board

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In Cape Town at this time of the year the weather keeps us on our toes – you never quite know what you’re going to get. Overall it’s milder, the days are sunny (...)