Coconut jam, also known as kaya, is popular in Southeast Asia. The traditional recipe requires palm sugar and pandan leaves. This is an easy cheat’s version.
Perfect for cooler evenings. Just double up the quantities if you’re feeding a crowd. TO DRINK: Try a rich chenin blanc like Katbakkies or Ken Forrester Chenin Blanc…
This type of fondue is probably the easiest, tastiest and fastest to prepare, but it is also the most fattening! TO DRINK: A bright, wooded Semillon has lemony flavours that work well with seafood dishes
I was 18 and living in Florence. My friend Gabrielle took me to the market, where we bought a chicken and a large bunch of basil. Once back…
As fashionable as they are old-fashioned, these can be made ahead and just deep-fried at the last minute. They’re also great cold the next day or simply served at room temperature.



