Recipes
Lady Basil Festive Cocktail Recipe
A captivating concoction born from the collaborative spirit of The Capital Distillery and Willow Creek, the Lady Basil is a symphony of flavours that dances on the palate. This elegant cocktail marries the delicate floral notes of Pink Lady Gin with...
Festive Rare Roasted Leg of Lamb with Mustard Potatoes Recipe
Having grown up in the Eastern Free State, a leg of lamb always reminds me of the festive season. It is actually surprising how far you can stretch a leg of lamb, which makes it great for entertaining and catering to larger groups. Ask your butcher...
Green Pea and Edamame Bean Salad with Mint and Chilli Recipe
The vibrant green colours of this dish will immediately transport you to long summer lunches with big glasses of chilled white wine. This dish is easy to prepare and can be done in minutes before serving or made ahead of time and left in the fridge...
Balsamic Roasted Fruits with Olive Oil Crumble
Succulent, sun-kissed stone fruits are elevated to new heights with a rich, velvety balsamic reduction. Each bite is a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and nutty notes. The crisp, golden crumble adds a delightful textural contrast, while the smooth...
Seared Duck Breast and Orange Salad Recipe
My ultimate food hero, Jamie Oliver, inspired this recipe, to which we have added our own unique twist. Seared duck breast has always been a firm favourite of mine, and stretching the meat into a salad is a cost-effective way to have glamour and...
Roasted Carrot, Pomegranate and Pine Nut Salad Recipe
Carrots are available all year round, and I love using this simple vegetable with some swanky ingredients. Yellow and purple baby carrots are a new staple in my fridge, and I use them often as a colourful side dish or in a salad.Chef MynhardtCOOKING...
Crispy Salt and Pepper Squid Recipe
I love crispy salt and pepper squid as a festive tapas summer starter. Squid tentacles and tubes are readily available from most supermarkets and are a wonderful, cost-effective ingredient. The secret to the ultra crispy batter is using regular flour...
Seared Blue Wildebeest Fillet Carpaccio Recipe
Experience the untamed flavours of Africa with this exquisite Seared Blue Wildebeest Fillet Carpaccio. The subtle notes of Parmesan-infused extra virgin olive oil and the tangy burst of capers perfectly complement the rich meat. This dish is a...
Beef Carpaccio Recipe
The perfect spring recipe! Trying new flavour combinations is wildly exciting, especially when you stumble across one of your own imaginings, as I have done with this recipe. Paring fillet carpaccio with Sauvignon Blanc is an unexpected choice, but...