In-season aubergines are wonderfully complemented by Parmesan. TO DRINK: Go for Lourens River Valley 2001: its mineral core matches perfectly with the saltiness of the aubergines and Parmesan
Recipe by Nicky Gibbs Nicky Gibbs is executive chef at The Westcliff Hotel, Jan Smuts Avenue, Westcliff, Johannesburg. Call 011-481-6000 or visit www.westcliff.co.za Cook’s tips: You can sandwich…
TO DRINK: Meerlust Chardonnay 2008, with a smoky, lemon-blossom aroma.
Margie Fallon learnt everything she knows about baking from her mom, Anne. “We still celebrate my mother’s birthday even though she passed away in 2008, and this year,…
Print Recipe White chocolate and saffron mousse Serves: 6 – 8 Cooking Time: 30 mins plus extra for chilling Ingredients Whip the yolks and sugar until pale and creamy. Heat over a double boiler, whisking continuously until it starts to thicken, about 5 minutes. In a separate bowl, melt the chocolate over the double boiler
How can anyone resist chocolate mousse, especially when it looks like beautiful? This might look too pretty too eat, but you’ll regret not digging you spoon in. Recipe by Malika van Reenen Photograph by Rolene Prinsloo
Print Recipe Persimmon-glazed chicken and vegetable pancakes Serves: 15 Cooking Time: 1 hr + 2 hrs to chill Ingredients CHICKEN 2 large persimmons, roughly chopped 10ml (2 tsp) honey 2,5ml (½ tsp) crushed garlic 2,5ml (½ tsp) light soya sauce 2,5ml (½ tsp) rice vinegar 30ml (2 tbsp) brown sugar 10ml (2 tsp) Worcestershire sauce
This easy waffle recipe ensures that your waffles are light and crispy every time. And best of all these waffles only take 20 minutes to make!
TO DRINK (F&HE): Die Bartho from Hermanuspietersfontein is an unusual combination of sauvignon blanc, semillon and nouvelle. Its acidity and floral aromas match this dish beautifully.