I love using this easy Mediterranean herb and spice mix on almost anything! It is really simple to whip up a batch and it adds a tremendous flavour to whatever you use it on. Simply mix dried thyme, dried oregano, granulated garlic, black pepper, roaster ground coriander and cumin, hot or sweet smoked Spanish paprika…
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Easy Tropical Shrimp Salad
It’s still salads at home and I wouldn’t have it any other way with this heat we are currently experiencing. The more I can stay away from a hot stove and oven the better. This easy tropical shrimp salad comes together really quickly and is simply delicious as a salad or dip for corn chips!…
Creamy Seafood Salad
It’s salad week at our house and I decided to put a twist on the classic potato salad by adding some not so traditional ingredients. How did it turn out? Scrumptious! I started off with a simple potato salad base, boiled potato cubed, boiled eggs, mayonnaise and seasoning. I then added additional ingredients including grated…
Spanish Marinated Artichokes
I absolutely love artichokes! In salads, as a pizza topping or just plain with some aioli or homemade mayonnaise. We have been having a salad week at home as it has been excruciatingly hot and I decided I would try my hand at marinating some bottled artichokes to give them a bit of a kick….
The Best Chicken Samosas For Any Party
I can guarantee you that once you have made these samosas or samoosas as we call them in South Africa, you will never go back to another recipe. They are savoury and spicy but not greasy and oh so moreish. This recipe is from my Dad, he has been perfecting it over the years and…
Bean and Corn Salad with Sriracha Mayo Dressing
Here is another simple salad for your next bbq with hardly any cooking required. I love bean salads, especially the old style South African bean salads that are tangy and sweet. This bean and corn salad with sriracha mayo dressing is both of those but with a slight heat and some variation with the addition…
Berry Tart and Vanilla Chantilly Cream
Summer is officially here and here is a real special berry tart and vanilla chantilly cream for your next get together. It’s a real stunner and sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The tart cases and filling can be made ahead of time and stored in airtight containers (make sure the filling is stored in the…
Watermelon, Blueberry Caprese Salad
The best thing about summer is lounging outside, relaxing with friends and family and salads! There is nothing worse than slaving over a hot stove in summer so salads and grilling are the way to go. This watermelon, blueberry caprese salad is stunning and pairs really well with all kinds of grilled protein. I have…
Easy Shortbread Recipe
I love shortbread, in fact I think its probably my favourite tea time snack. Nothing quite matches that buttery flavour and short texture. I have finally perfected this easy shortbread recipe and it is so easy to mix up and bake. I use the addition of rice flour but corn starch gives a similar bite…
Old Fashioned Cocktail
Here is areal simple bourbon cocktail for you to enjoy on a special occasion. Perhaps on Fathers Day with your Dad! Made with a few simple ingredients this old fashioned cocktail is sure to please. dissolve sugar with a bit of water, top with bourbon, a few dashes of Angostura bitters and some lemon peel….