Tarta de Santiago, a dense almond cake, is one of the most traditional dessert recipes of Galicia, a region in the north-west region of the Iberian peninsula. Its name meaning literally Saint James’s cake, some claim it to be of Medieval origin though it is first mentioned in the year 1577 and it is named not only after the patron saint of Galicia, but indeed after the beautiful town of Santiago de Compostela. Also famed for the Saint James’s cross stencil apparently initiated in Casa Mora, a traditional pastry shop in Santiago de Compostela, which started selling cakes decorated with…
When chef Santi Louzán says “mi casa es su casa”, he means it. From his gorgeous loft apartment in one of the Mother City’s gracious Art Deco buildings,…
This pâté is best enjoyed when made two days in advance – the flavour will be fully developed and absolutely amazing! Recipe by Santi Louzán Photograph by Bruce Tuck
If you are looking for a cost-effective and efficient way of preserving raw materials (that are often perishable), then fermentation is the way to go! This on-trend process…
We’re all about getting things done in a flash, so what better way is there than cooking dinner all in one go? Our collection of tray bakes (both savoury and sweet) will save you time in the kitchen without cutting down on flavour. It’s the perfect solution to weekday dinners! Scroll down for: Tray lasagne Cauliflower and chickpea bake Pork banger and cannellini-bean bake Tomato, olive and feta bake Caramel, peanut butter and chocolate poke cake “The best way to get anybody’s attention is dinner. I have good kitchen skills and good grocery shopping skills,” – Al Roker Looking for…
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Recipe by Marthinus Ferreira
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Have you noticed how we all flock home over the holidays? Children, aunts, uncles, Gogos and Oupas all gather to celebrate the time off. And what better way to make them feel super welcome than to serve a delicious, aromatic curry? Whether it is Easter, Freedom Day or New Year’s Eve, family and friends come together to share the closeness and warmth of your home – and the food for which you are so well known! But what to serve, you may think. Wonder no more, for you already know the answer! An aromatic curry is always the best option.…