CHERRY COMPOTE WITH BAY LEAF & BLACK PEPPER

In South Africa, the arrival of cherries equals the arrival of Christmas and thus no festive season recipe repertoire is replete without something sweet involving these seasonal treats. Usually my favourite way to enjoy cherries is while watching TV, a big bowl of the fruit on my lap. They need to be icy from the … Continue Reading

EASY SOUTH AFRICAN STRAWBERRY FRIDGE CHEESECAKE

Deliciously kitsch and made for people who can’t be bothered with baking, my easy South African strawberry fridge cheesecake is as decadent as it’s simple to prepare. I’ll be the first to say this, but I’m no fan of sweet recipes – while I’ll occasionally pull together a pavlova or try at my hand at … Continue Reading

ALMOND & WHITE GRAPE CAKE

There is nothing like a rainy day to get me in the mood to bake. Like rain here on the West Coast, the act of me baking a rare occurrence – and thus one that I celebrate! My recipe for almond & white grape cake paired (and made with) La Motte‘s new vintage MCC release – their … Continue Reading

CLASSIC MOUSSE AU CHOCOLAT

If I were to select my preferred dessert, a classic mousse au chocolat – or chocolate mousse – would come out tops every time. Decadently chocolatey with a silky texture, mousse au chocolat makes the perfect post-dinner treat; not too filling, but just the right amount of sweetness to end off the meal. A more … Continue Reading

PAVLOVA WITH ROASTED NECTARINES

My recipe for Pavlova with roasted nectarines is a showstopper of a dish for your dinner party table and ideal to serve as a chilled dessert during a South African summer. The final in a series of recipes I developed for Darling Cellars, this dessert epitomises decadence – albeit in an almost sinfully simple way. … Continue Reading