Mint and Pea Red Lentil Pasta with Happy Earth People

For the better part of my 3 month holiday, I have indulged and gorged on all things cheese, bread, and pasta. All equivalent to a small country serving suggestion of carbohydrates and it has been fantastic. But unfortunately, as all good things do, it needs to come to an end. … More Mint and Pea Red Lentil Pasta with Happy Earth People

Warm Glow Plate

Today I made a warm glow plate to accompany my garlic serving. It should be a bowl but being a sibling of nine million and one children means that the majority of the houses crockery is upstairs in rooms until one the cretins decides its time to bring them down. So, I give you the warm glow plate … More Warm Glow Plate

Ice Cream Mecca

I cannot remember a time in my life where I have not been infatuated with ice cream. I can have absolutely any type of ice cream, with any type of topping and be content for the next few hours, blissfully remembering the texture and the flavour. If you want to impress me, take me for some good ice cream – I am a cheap date people! … More Ice Cream Mecca

Ice Cream Mecca

I have quite a few treats that I find myself dreaming about and let me tell you, ice cream is quite high up on the list. Ice cream is a treat; no one in the world can say that it is not. The cold dairy against a hot summers day or even a cold winter’s night has the ability to warm you from within and remind you of a happier time. … More Ice Cream Mecca

Lies of my Mother

I’m sure growing up, everybody’s mum has told a few white lies to maintain a semblance of order in their home. My mother is guilty of telling us a few more than a thousand. The list of lies I have been told and unfortunately believed is endless. For starters, the majority of my life, I … More Lies of my Mother

Musings of Muesli

When you realise how easily and quickly you can whip-up this homemade muesli, you’ll never ever contemplate spending that R150 on the smallest bag of granola that always has that one ingredient that you absolutely despise! Perhaps there is some international treaty, signed by all parents as their induction into the profession that states that … More Musings of Muesli

Oh, Sweet Potato

I have never been one to scream praise to a vegetarian meal ,however, my take on ‘meat free Monday’ taco, may lead me to the ultimate conversion. With Cape Town entering code red water shortages, I feel as if it’s my duty ,albeit small to save water. Now my single attempt to go against the … More Oh, Sweet Potato