Executive chef at The Wanderers Club, Leanne Middlewick’s journey in the food industry is one of passion and success By Zaza Motha From cooking Sunday lunches for her grandparents at the age of 12 and dreaming of owning a restaurant with her dad to studying at one of South Africa’s prestigious cooking schools and leading a team at The Wanderers Club, Leanne Middlewick’s food adventure has reached culinary heights. “Cooking brings out the best in me,” she says. “After graduating from Wits with a hospitality diploma and obtaining a Professional Baking and Cooking Diploma from the Institute of Culinary Arts…
We travel to Prana, a secluded lodge and wellness spa named after the Sanskrit word for ‘life force’ or ‘vital energy’ ANDREA PAFITIS-HILL WHERE IS IT? Chintsa East…
Honey and thyme caramelised figs are a wonderful fruity pudding. Figs have a natural softness that’s divine when coated in a layer of hard sugar. Thyme adds a refreshing lightness and you can’t go wrong with a yummy scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream.
Don’t worry, it still counts as a healthy side. Roasted pumpkin with salted caramel is just a way of making your veggies a little more delicious. Pair this sweet…
Adding one of these aubergine and cheesy filo stacks alongside a meaty main will keep family and friends very happy.
If you’re craving a filling, flavourful and healthy meal, try potato and lentil coconut curry. Lentils pack quite the nutritional punch, and are known for their heartiness. The flavours…
Fantasy of flowers with pistachio and olive oil cake is absolutely dreamy. Sure, it takes some effort, but this is a true labour of love. Think of all the compliments you’ll get when you lay this masterpiece down in front of your guests. Just follow the instructions carefully, and you’ll definitely be able to create this culinary work of art.
Craving a wrap but trying to cut down on carbs? Maybe you just want a new, creative way to use cabbage. Well stuffed cabbage leaves are a delicious…
Lemon pound cake is sweet, light and lovely. Known for its thickness but delicate flavours, this cake has remained a classic for centuries. Complement the zesty lemon with a cup of tea.
Roly-poly pudding is a tried and tested favourite. Not to be confused with its jammy British cousin, this roly-poly pudding is proudly South African. The dough is deliciously…