How do you get the entire (almost) wine industry in one room at the same time? You launch the little green book. Platter’s by Diners Club South African Wine Guide 2017 was recently unveiled at an awards ceremony at The Table Bay Hotel. This year’s guide has a more sedate look than usual, sporting a cover of an appropriate vineyard green. South Africa’s top-selling wine guide revealed 94 wines and one brandy with the coveted five-star status, 27 of these were awarded their first five stars. White wines dominated the top ratings, with chenin blanc and chardonnay wines raking in…
Peppered calamari with sweet chilli sauce pairs well with Constantia Glen Three 2008, with flavours from chocolate to spicy herbs to complement every facet.
Print Recipe Tsoureki (Greek Easter bread) Serves: 3 loaves Cooking Time: 4 hrs Ingredients 3 packets Anchor Instant Yeast 400g (2 cups) sugar 375ml (1½ cups) lukewarm milk 125ml (½ cup) lukewarm water 1,1kg (9 cups) flour 100 – 120g butter, grated 6 eggs + 1 extra, beaten, for egg wash 10ml (2 tsp) vanilla
Print Recipe Herb crusted rainbow trout with parsnip purée Serves: 4 Cooking Time: 45 mins + extra to chill Ingredients Herb crusted rainbow trout 20g (2 tbsp) fresh parsley 20g (2 tbsp) fresh coriander 10g (1 tbsp) Gruyère, grated 20g (2 tbsp) unsalted butter, softened 1 slice white bread 4 x 150g trout Spinach and
If you thought soufflé couldn’t get any fancier, you have yet to try seafood soufflé. The broth is traditionally Taiwanese, but it has a Western finish with a topping of flaky pastry.
The Cracker Lekker, brainchild of SohBar liquid chefs Andries Volschenk and Anthony Wingfield, is sure to be unlike anything you’ve ever tasted before. This unique drink is full of wonderfully fragrant…
Pistachio and rose water biscotti are wonderfully light Italian biscuits. They’re delicately flavoured, deliciously fragrant and especially amazing when dipped in chocolate. Enjoy with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Creamy, salty and flaky, spiced baby spinach and ricotta filo parcels are delicious starters. They have more flavour dimensions than traditional spinach and feta pies, with a slightly…
Ham, cheese and mustard galette is a light, tasty dish that’s perfect for brunch or a light lunch. The smoky, salty flavours are delicious with the lightness of pastry, making this a perfect starter. Share with friends at a relaxed gathering.
This Merlot and sangria cocktail is a bubbly celebration in a glass. Sangria is an especially delicious option for those who prefer sweet over strong, but the robust…