For Father’s Day, Pete-Goffe Wood took over the MasterChef SA kitchen at Nederburg to cook a man-sized meal for a pair of wine fans. Taste’s Abigail Donnelly was there to keep the boys in line The boys are back in town. Paarl, to be specific, Congregated at Nederburg’s awesomely outfitted MasterChef5A kitchen is the inimitable … Read more
Let the baby listen to Mozart music since he/she was in the womb and study Chinese in kindergarten, the parents are expecting their children will have a solid foundation to become successful geniuses in future. Of course, we heard a lot about pressure of studying, learning, exams, why can children have a normal life? Many … Read more
Taste readers reveal their best-loved cooking bibles Winning tome: Cook & Enjoy by SJA De Villiers (Human & Rousseau) “I grew up with Cook & Enjoy,” says Mafikeng reader Erica Harris. “I still use my mother’s old edition, of which the front page is now sadly missing and the remaining pages are all loose. The … Read more
Vanilla bean ice cream No ice cream maker? No problem! Just pour the chilled custard into a loaf pan, cover with foil, and freeze until a 1-inch ring freezes around the edges. Transfer to a chilled bowl and beat using an electric mixer to break up the ice particles. Return custard to pan and freeze … Read more
People who have just become parents are haunted by the “content” of baby nappies, it is normal. With infants, it may be a thick, yellowish fecal matter each day to yellowish liquid flows with seeds after each feeding, according to Dr. David Hill, adjunct professor of pediatrics of the Medical University of North Carolina, Chapel … Read more
“I live in Paris and found the naartijes at market here. The idea for the salted caramel came from a menu. Sea salt and Cointreau finishes it off beautifully.” Serves 8 Easy Great value Preparation: 1 hour Cooking: 15 minutes Jane Hendrik Van Der Westhuizen’s Poached Naartjie Crepes with Salted Caramel Sauce Cake flour 120 … Read more
Stirred custard Custard is the base for some favorite treats and it’s much tastier when it’s homemade. Master these simple steps to custard perfection! Makes 11/2 cups; Prep time 5 minutes; Cooking time 20 minutes · 11/2 cups milk · 2 tablespoons caster sugar, divided · 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise · 4 egg yolks … Read more
May I have heard that breastfeeding babies often take longer time to sleep all night. Should my son do this? First, remember that “sleeping all the night” at this age actually means 5 or 6 hours, not 8 or 9 hours. Second, every baby is different from another. Some babies will start sleeping a lot … Read more
“The reason I love this recipe so much is because it was handed down to me by my Nanna, who is also called Elaine. The dish epitomizes family for me. It’s what we eat whenever we get together; we call it ‘Nanna’s oxtail.’” Serves 6 A little effort Preparation: 15 minutes Cooking: 3 – 4 … Read more
Mushroom And Silken Tofu Noodle Soup Use the master stock as the base for this comforting bowl of noodle soup. Serves 4 Prep time 15 minutes Cooking time 10 minutes · 3 cups basic master stock · 100 grams shiitake mushrooms · 2 tablespoons soy sauce · 1 (1-inch) piece ginger, sliced · 1 teaspoon … Read more
“The combination of the creamy cheese, smoky bacon, rich avocado and tender steak is perfect.” Serves 2 Easy Great value Preparation: 10 minutes Cooking: 10 – 15 minutes John Easingwood’s Sirloin with Gorgonzola and Bacon Sauce and Avocado Salad · Garlic 2 cloves, crushed · Butter 2 T · Extra virgin olive oil 1 t, … Read more
Chocolate And Berry Dessert Risotto Risotto is just as wonderful in a dessert. When mixed with rich chocolate and sweet berries, it’s simply divine. Serves 4 Prep time 5 minutes Cooking time 45 minutes · 3 cups milk · 11/4 cups Arborio rice · 1 cup heavy cream · 1/3 cup sugar · 1 teaspoon … Read more
“The inspiration for this recipe actually came from Taste’s very own Abigail Donnelly. Made ahead, baked at the last minute and served with crusty Ciabatta, it’s a delicious dinner-party starter. It oozes Mediterranean flavors and is good as tapas.” Serves 4 A little effort Preparation: 15 minutes Cooking: 30 minutes Shelley Grobler’s Sticky Brinjal Jam … Read more
Master the basic recipes for risotto, Chinese chicken stock, and custard – and you can make six wonderful dishes with the addition of just a handful of ingredients and a few tweaks here and there. Creamy Herb Risotto It’s a delicious, value-for-money meal and making a great one is easier than you think. Sweet or … Read more
Smart choices for you, your baby and the planet Of all the food dilemmas you face when pregnant, seafood might be the most slippery. Fish contain nutrients essential to the developing fetal brain, but they can also be contaminated with brain-damaging mercury and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs). The ecological questions are similarly confusing. Many wild fish … Read more
Quinoa and halloumi salad Originally from South America, quinoa is packed with protein and absorbs flavors easily. You’ll turn to this tasty recipe time and time again. Hands-on time 15min. Cooking time about a large serving bowl. In a small jug, mix 25min. Serves 4 · 200g (7oz) quinoa · 150g (5oz) fresh or frozen … Read more
Operating out of everything from jazzed-up Jurgens caravans to flashy Ford RVs, food trucks are putting tread to tar in food capitals including New York, London and, most recently, Cape Town. Ilana Sharlin takes to the road It all started with tacos. It all started with tacos. Before the American gourmet food truck craze officially … Read more
Mexican chicken salad Inspired by an American “chopped” salad, this easy assembly job is sure to become a summer favorite Hands-on time 15min. Serves 4 · 2 skinless ready-cooked chicken breasts · 2 fresh corn on the cobs, or 225g (8oz) corn kernels · 125g (4oz) mature Cheddar cheese, coarsely grated · 25g (1oz) jalapeno … Read more
Tuesday’s French Coq Au Vin Serves 4 Preparation: 30 minutes Cooking: 45 minutes Tuesday’s French Coq Au Vin · Rindless streaky bacon 125 g, finely chopped · Olive oil 5 T · Free-range chicken pieces 1.5 ka · Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper · Onion 1, finely chopped · Liquid chicken stock 1 … Read more
Cassette Lamp By Neville Sukhia, photographer You will need 12 cassettes, a square wooden block, super glue, a 10 watt light bulb, a bulb holder, electric wire with plug How to Place the bulb holder attached with electric wire at the centre of the wooden block. Drill and screw into place. With all sides touching, … Read more