Meat-free doesn’t mean flavour-free. Enjoy comforting vegetarian recipes made without meat or fish, but including eggs. From braised butternut and green beans curry to vegetable biryani. Craving something sweet, try out my favorite recipe for gulab jamun with coconut or these buttery apple pie bars. A flavour-packed collection of comforting vegetarian recipes made for everyday cooking.
Snowball Cookies are the kind of treat that turn an ordinary afternoon into a festive moment. Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth soft, and rolled generously in icing sugar, these cookies look like tiny snowballs and taste like holiday magic. Even better? These cookies come together quickly, use simple…
This easy South African egg chutney recipe is a bold, flavour-packed dish made by cooking eggs directly in a spiced tomato and onion base infused with curry leaves, green chillies, ginger and garlic. Comforting, aromatic, and naturally high in protein, this dish is perfect for…
If comfort had a smell, it would be a tray of freshly baked Apple Pie Bars cooling on your kitchen counter. Warm, buttery, and delicately spiced, these bars combine the nostalgia of a classic apple pie with the ease of a tray bake. Think of…
Start your week with a burst of sunshine in a glass, or bowl! This Turmeric Smoothie with Pineapple isn’t just visually stunning with its vibrant golden color. It’s also packed with nutrients that support immunity, reduce inflammation, and energize your morning. Turmeric has been a…
Tomato Chutney! Just saying the name might make your taste buds tingle with excitement. This South Indian side dish is vibrant, spicy, and bursting with flavor. Best of all, it’s incredibly versatile, you can serve it with pasta, plain rice, flatbread, samosas, or even a…
These eggless South African snowballs are one of South Africa’s most loved teatime treats – soft sponge biscuits sandwiched with jam and icing, dipped in sweet pink syrup, and rolled in desiccated coconut. Nostalgic, irresistible, and completely egg-free. It’s one of those sweet treats I…
Looking for a dessert that’s light, flavorful, and easy to make? This Lemon Poppyseed Sheet Cake is a perfect choice. Bursting with zesty lemon flavor and a delicate poppyseed crunch, it’s a treat that delights both the eyes and the taste buds. Whether you’re planning…
Start your morning with this healthy mixed berry smoothie, a refreshing, healthy breakfast that’s packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and natural sweetness. With a blend of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and banana, this creamy smoothie is full of flavor and nutrients that support glowing skin, steady energy,…
This avocado toast with tomato chutney is the upgrade your breakfast has been waiting for. Creamy avocado slices layered over spicy homemade tomato chutney on crispy toasted sourdough, finished with a pinch of chilli flakes for heat and dried parsley for colour. If you’ve ever…
South African burfee (also known as barfi or burfi) is one of the most loved Indian sweets served during Diwali, weddings, and family celebrations. This is my mum’s recipe – one she has been perfectly making for years -and honestly, it is the only burfee…
Gulab Jamun with coconut is a favourite South African Indian treat, especially during Diwali. It’s soaked in fragrant cardamom syrup, and generously rolled in desiccated coconut, making it irresistibly nostalgic. This is not the round, milk-powder version you’ll find elsewhere. This is the version passed…
This vibrant Dragon Fruit Smoothie is a naturally sweet, creamy, and nutrient-packed breakfast or snack. Made with antioxidant-rich dragon fruit, tropical pineapple, and banana for creaminess, it’s perfect for a healthy start to your day or a refreshing mid-afternoon boost. Quick to prepare and visually…
This Durban sugar beans curry is a hearty South African Indian classic made with soft beans, tender potatoes, and warming spices. It’s rich, comforting, and perfect for everyday meals. Budget-friendly, naturally vegan, and full of flavour. You can serve this sugar beans curry hot with…
This pecan banana loaf solves the most common banana bread problem, a dense, heavy centre that never quite bakes through. The secret is a simple hot water method: dissolving the bicarbonate of soda in boiling water before adding it to the batter helps it disperse…
This simple moist chocolate cake recipe is soft, rich, and perfect for beginners. If you’re looking for an easy chocolate cake recipe that stays incredibly moist and fluffy, this step-by-step guide will help you bake the perfect cake every time. If you enjoy simple bakes…