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• Toasted Coconut Marshmallows

  

  This is an old favourite from my past.  There is nothing more comforting than soft, melt in your mouth marshmallows that have been home made and rolled in... Read more

  Posted on 19 October 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• World Egg Day 11 October – 2013

  

  Time to get cracking and make something delicious on World Egg Day this year 11 October  2013.  To help you get in the mood I have put together a collection of... Read more

  Posted on 11 October 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Halloween Ideas and Food with Style

  

  Halloween is just around the corner, and here are some great ideas for  stylish Halloween decor and delicious recipes. {twig mini caramel apples / Oh the... Read more

  Posted on 07 October 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Pumpkin and Spice Granola

  

  I am in the USA for 5 weeks, and am fully into the swing of pumpkins for Fall.  I know nothing about pumpkin patches, hayrides, crazy stores full of Halloween... Read more

  Posted on 03 October 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Guatemala Markets

  

  Image Karen Hansen. I wanted to share with you the beautiful colors of markets in Guatemala, which  is located in Central America with its coastline on the... Read more

  Posted on 28 September 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Beetroot and Lentil Salad and Other Great Things to Do with Beetroot

  

  Beetroot is the most colorful, sweet, earthy and versatile root vegetable around.  This lentil and roast beetroot salad is topped with the most delicious... Read more

  Posted on 20 September 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• The Worlds Worst Food Photography and Recipes EVER

  

  While I am winging my way to Los Angeles via London (5,938 miles to London and then onto another plane for a further 5,437 miles to Los Angeles)I thought for a... Read more

  Posted on 13 September 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Dark Chocolate Cake with an African Theme

  

  Helen made this beautiful African inspired cake for her friend’s 30th Birthday.  Its a dense chocolate cake which is perfect for a base for fondant icing. It... Read more

  Posted on 06 September 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Crema Di Limoncello

  

  When Life hands you lemons, I say have a Gin and Tonic.   But when life hands you a lemon tree groaning with lemons, I say get creative with them. Read more

  Posted on 30 August 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Eat Your Art out

  

  Having a little fun with food and art.  The lines and textures of my favorite wooden African carving which hangs on the wall in my kitchen, reminded me of... Read more

  Posted on 26 August 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Butternut and Leek Thai Red Curry with Jasmine Rice

  

  This low fat vegetarian thai red curry is quick and easy and very cheap to make.  If you need to make it more substantial add lentils or chickpeas to the mix. Read more

  Posted on 20 August 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• White Chocolate Mousse Tartlets

  

  This is the second recipe for this weeks PnP Food Bloggers challenge sponsored by Robertsons Spices.  We had to use both cayenne pepper and cinnamon in two... Read more

  Posted on 13 August 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Chicken Liver and Sweet Onion Crostini

  

  This is the first recipe for this weeks PnP Food Bloggers challenge sponsored by Robertsons Spices.  We had to use both cayenne pepper and cinnamon in two... Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Jade Fairbrother Pizza Challenge Winner of 2013

  

  Lights, camera, pizza!  - Introducing the Pizza Challenge Live winner, Jade Fairbrother, who will be donning the apron as Col’Cacchio’s pizzeria’s August... Read more

  Posted on 07 August 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Eclairs

  

  Eclairs, also known as profiteroles, paris-brest, and cream puffs are made with Choux Pastry which is very easy to make.  If you follow my recipe,  your choux... Read more

  Posted on 05 August 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Spicy Rice Salad with a Side Serving of Crispy Pilchards

  

  If there is one thing this competition has taught me , its broadening my horizons and making me use ingredients I would never normally cook with. Read more

  Posted on 30 July 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Ostrich Burger with Corn Meal Breads

  

  I am so excited to share my delicious recipe of a great combination of lean, cholesterol lowering Ostrich burgers with mealie meal (corn meal in the USA) bread... Read more

  Posted on 15 July 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Beef, Vegetable and Caramelized Onion Pot Pies

  

  Please vote for me in Week 2 of the Pick and Pay Food Bloggers Challenge and the theme is “Meaty Moment” . The link to vote is... Read more

  Posted on 15 July 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• French Onion Soup

  

  Legend has it that the first French Onion Soup soupe à l’oignon à la lyonnaise, was made by King Louix XV.  He was looking for a late night snack to eat, but ha... Read more

  Posted on 12 July 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• Thai Wok Vegetable Wraps with Sticky Pineapple Salsa

  

  Please vote for me in the Pick and Pay FRESHLY BLOGGED food bloggers challenge. I am thrilled to  have been chosen by Pick and Pay Stores as one of South... Read more

  Posted on 08 July 2013 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES