• F&HE contributor Jenny Handley meets Eric LanlardMeeting award-winning master patissiere chef Eric Lanlard at a breakfast hosted by le Creuset at Silwood Kitchen in Cape Town made for a memorable morning. Eric demonstrated some seductive dishes, and also unveiled his philosophy about food being unpretentious, borne from his childhood in Brittany, France. Previously just a tad intimidated by the intricacies of chocolate, I felt my fears dissolve as I watched him create three recipes out of his new book, Chocolat – with the salted butter caramel cake being my favourite. His masterpieces have a peasant feel, and I was quite…

    The Snapper is a refreshing variation of the traditional Bloody Mary. Made with gin instead of vodka, this drink has been popular on the American cocktail scene since the…

    The word ‘hollandaise’ can often instill fear into otherwise happy apron wearers, but no more! Our super-easy hollandaise sauce will have you scrambling to make batches of eggs Benedict for hungry friends and family. Easy, simple, and delicious. A few handy hints when tackling the hollandaise: Ensure that the bowl never touches the water. Always add the butter slowly – one cube at a time. Whisk continuously to prevent the eggs from curdling. 

    Summer vegetable tart proves that some of the best pastries are savoury. This delicious dish is loaded with tangy flavours and wholesomeness. Definitely on the menu for a…