Recipes

Pour your guests an appetising and ice-cold mocktail this summer. Just look at the vibrant colour of this sparkling and cooling drink by Heleen Meyer. It’s quite unique, flavourful and so easy to prepare! You will never guess what she does to prepare this drink … The drink is mixed in a jam or preserve jar – such a clever way to add some sweetness to the drink, and to […]

Steenvrugte is wel net vir ’n sekere tyd van die jaar beskikbaar, maar daar is ’n hele paar smullekker idees wat jy daarmee kan maak. Dis heerlik in ’n groenslaai, as alternatief vir tamaties of in ’n slaai met ’n stysel as basis soos koeskoes, bulgar of stampkoring. Gebruik steenvrugte met ander vars bestanddele soos komkommer, sprietuie en soetrissie vir ’n kleurvolle en geurige bygereg. Of maak ’n salsa met […]

Seasonal abundance A good salad is so much more than lettuce, tomato, cucumber and maybe an olive or two with some feta and a dressing. Why not make your next salads the hero on the table? The secret to a scrumptious salad is to keep things simple, so don’t fall into the habit of combining too many ingredients in one bowl. This tasty homemade salad dressing with mustard and herbs […]

Packed with flavour! This recipe is indeed a surprisingly good combination of vibrant Indonesian-inspired aromas. If you are an adventurous cook and enjoy something new and different, then this recipe is for you. Or are you perhaps looking for a delicious meat-free meal? Then, do give this aromatic idea a try. To describe Indonesian food in one sentence is quite tricky, as the flavour influences for this cuisine ranges from […]

Everyone has their own version of this well-known South African recipe – an aromatic mince mixture baked with an egg custard on top. It may sound strange if you have not had it before, but with its typical Cape Malay seasonings, we promise that it will impress every time. Did you know that bobotie originated as a recipe to use the leftover Sunday lunch roasted leg of lamb? Unthinkable in […]

Have you ever made the effort of reading the label of shop-bought muesli? Making your own muesli is not difficult and is much more affordable than picking something from a shelf. It’s also such an easy way to make sure that this popular breakfast is indeed wholesome and nutritious. Pre-prepared versions can be surprisingly sweet and unnecessarily high in refined sugar and unhealthy fats, despite what the packaging claims about […]

Hummus is becoming a very popular and versatile condiment for a range of meals. It’s no longer something that only vegetarians enjoy. This chickpea dip has its origin in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, and it is as versatile as it is nutritious – definitely more than just a dip for veggie sticks. Heleen Meyer has a quick and easy recipe and shares more ways to even get creative with […]

Many people absolutely love cheesecake, but it’s one of those sweet treats that could be tricky to bake. Then this no-bake recipe from Heleen Meyer is just what you need – simplicity at its best! It’s not overly rich, as there is no cream or condensed milk in the recipe, so it’s not excessively sweet either and a much healthier option, without sacrificing on taste – that we can promise […]

Gather friends around a table and enjoy this fuss-free meal together. Every one can ‘build’ their own sandwich from the choice of ingredients and accompaniments. Heleen Meyer shares her recipe to prepare delicious strips of steak, seasoned with a simple rub. For the best results it would be ideal to braai the steaks over the coals, until done medium or even medium-rare. She does give the recipe to pan-fry the […]