Serves: 8 Difficulty: moderate Preparation time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including resting time for the pastry) Allow 4 days for the rosemary and vanilla castor sugar to infuse. Cooking time: 35-40 minutes…

We’re a big fan of muffins. They’re very much like cake but somehow feel healthier, even if that is just an illusion. These ones are kept deliciously moist with the addition of…

These cookies were made for dunking. You can opt to make them really big, as we did, or divide into smaller amounts for regular sized cookies. Whichever way you decide to bake…

Beetroot Cured Salmon, Radish and Red Onion Pickle with a Beetroot and Horseradish Cream Beetroot and salmon are a classic pairing, there’s something about the way the beetroot adds a sweet earthiness…

Polenta Pizzas with Roasted Yellow Peppers, Yellow Tomatoes and Parmesan Corn Just because you’re having a pizza doesn’t mean you have to over indulge. This light and fresh take on a classic…

Asparagus, Pea and Goats Cheese Tart with a Green Herb Pastry and Herb Oil Tarts don’t have to be scary or difficult. This one is very easy to put together and the…

Winter Naartjie, Thyme and Marigold Cake with Walnut Praline This cake would make a wonderful dessert for any meal. It’s fresh, while still retaining some richness. Absolutely lovely! Serves: 8 Difficulty: easy…

My friend, Gill, and I did an extraordinary road trip through Spain. We arrived in Barcelona, picked up our Fiat 500 and headed straight down the coast to Valencia, but not before…