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Grilled peaches wrapped in sage and Parma ham with a creamy chilli sauce

February 22, 2013

Grilled peaches wrapped in sage and Parma ham with a creamy chilli sauce are the perfect combination of sweet and salty. Fresh peaches are so wonderfully juicy, and…

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Roast sirloin of beef

January 29, 2013

Roast sirloin of beef needs a bolshy wine. Try a rich cabernet/merlot blend with this dish.

Beef

Rolled stuffed fillet of beef with horseradish crust

January 29, 2013

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Rosemary, garlic and lime butter mushrooms

January 29, 2013

Rosemary, garlic and lime butter mushrooms are deliciously zesty appetisers. The citrus flavours work so well with the earthiness of the mushrooms, making this a wonderful flavour experience. An…

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Fresh cucumber ‘cannelloni’ with cream cheese, chive and rocket filling with tomato salsa

January 29, 2013

Fresh cucumber ‘cannelloni’ with cream cheese, chive and rocket filling with tomato salsa is fresh and delicious. A healthier spin on a traditional pasta dish, this cannelloni won’t…

Beef

Stuffed cabbage rolls (sarmale) served with polenta (mamaliga) and sour cream

January 28, 2013

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Victorian-style lamb two ways with veggies and vinaigrette dressing

January 3, 2013

This Victorian-style lamb two ways with veggies and vinaigrette dressing is perfect for a fancy dinner with friends and family. TO DRINK: Spicy, berry-laden shiraz

In Beef

Potstickers make particularly delicious appetisers, but can also easily be a light main. Tender and crisp, they’re absolutely delicious and ideal for entertaining. Cook’s note: Brunoise is a culinary…

Recipes

Chilled cream of cauliflower soup with fresh apple

December 6, 2012

In Beef

Beef kebabs with roasted baby marrow hummus

December 5, 2012

Beef kebabs with roasted baby marrow hummus are wonderfully light and tender. The salty meat is delicious with the earthiness of baby marrows. To drink: A spicy pinotage loves…

In Dinner

The ultimate sweet potato French fry

November 1, 2012

French fries are right on trend and sweet potatoes make this side dish extra special. They may require additional time but the end results are worth it – a less oily, thin and crisp nibble that will make any steak, gourmet burger or roast chicken meal even more ‘wow’