Spicy Chicken Samoosas
Inspired by my travels to Indonesia, where spicy chili sambal and vibrant red chilies are a staple, this filling is a burst of aromatic spices and fiery heat. The addition of spring onions provides a refreshing balance, cooling down the intensity and creating a delightful culinary experience. Makes: Approx. 70 to 80, depending on the […]
“What’s bad for your heart is good for your art.”
I’ve learned to channel my pain and any kind of emotion that makes me ache on the inside, into something creative. The pain helps with the creative process. The ache that grows deeper every day, sparks off writing that seems to flow effortlessly and organically. Pain creates raw creativity in an artist that allows them […]
Flavour Heritage- Cheers Magazine
I am thrilled to share with you my recent feature in Cheers Magazine, where I talked about my passion for modern Cape Malay cooking. As you may already know, food is an essential part of South African culture, and my Cape Malay heritage has influenced my cooking style profoundly. My cookbook, Modern Cape Malay Cooking, […]
Creating the first cookbook
There were so many heart wrenching, bitter sweet moments leading up to the pictures you see here. However the one that I must share was a message from the Design Manager at Penguin Random House, my dearest friend #BevDodd. My memory takes me to the first day of the photo shoot for the book. I […]
Second Cooking Class For Shell Outpost Group Dubai
What a wonderful day spent cooking with the Shell Outpost group in Dubai. We kept things simple with egg recipes: Frittata and Shakshuka, and a freshly baked Banana loaf with a strong cup of java.
National Amagwinya and Vetkoek Day with Olive Pride
I am so proud and excited to be associated with Olive Pride’s range of oils, balsamic vinegar and olives. I’m already inspired to create… My grandmother used to make #vetkoek #amagwinya for us all the time, especially during the winter months in Cape Town. I remember having it straight out of the hot oil with a […]
Vannie Kaap and #SyHerrit Campaign
I’m beyond excited about my goodies from Vannie Kaap can’t wait to break in my apron! When a fellow Capetonian rises from the ashes to establish a brand as strong as this one, it must be celebrated. I found myself at Vannie Kaap today, determined to get closer to the brand behind the man. He crept […]
Meeting The Chefs at Al Fidaa Baking
I’ve been moved today by the brilliant chefs at Al Fidaa Baking. I think I may just have found a new playground!
The Power of Three
Call it the power of three, the connection between souls, or the right energy flow. Call it female power or global families; the truth is something happens to the human spirit when we come together to love, to laugh and, in my case, to eat or cook together! This is exactly what we felt […]
Vision Board Workshop With Sonja McKaiser
I spent my day just absorbing all of the energy The Creative Space with Sonja had to offer. I found my word, I touched the tip of my heart, and I felt overwhelmed by gratitude. Thank you, God, for choosing me. Throughout the workshop that little voice in my head continued to echo: “are you […]